7-Day Itinerary for Auckland and Wellington, New Zealand

  1. Day 1: Auckland
    From Auckland Airport to Sky Tower (20 minutes, 11km)

    Ride up to the observation deck of the Sky Tower for panoramic views of Auckland's skyline.

  2. Day 2: Auckland
    From Sky Tower to Auckland Museum (10 minutes, 2.5km)

    Discover the fascinating history and culture of New Zealand at the Auckland Museum.

  3. Day 3: Auckland
    From Auckland Museum to Cornwall Park (15 minutes, 5km)

    Relax in the peaceful surroundings of the Cornwall Park, with over 300 acres of open spaces, gardens, and sports fields.

  4. Day 4: Auckland
    From Cornwall Park to Sea Life Aquarium (20 minutes, 9km)

    Explore the marine life of New Zealand and beyond at the Sea Life Aquarium.

  5. Day 5: Wellington
    From Auckland to Wellington by plane (1 hour)

    Take a flight to the capital city of New Zealand, Wellington.

  6. Day 6: Wellington
    From Wellington Cable Car to Wellington Zoo (15 minutes, 3.5km)

    Take a scenic ride up the Wellington Cable Car to enjoy stunning views of Wellington, then visit the Wellington Zoo to see more than 500 native and exotic animals.

  7. Day 7: Wellington
    From Botanic Garden to Wellington Museum (15 minutes, 1km)

    Visit the Botanic Garden to enjoy a leisurely stroll and see a variety of plant life. Afterward, head to the Wellington Museum to learn about the city's maritime and social history.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Sky Tower (1-2 hours, $20-$30)
  • Auckland Museum (1-2 hours, $25-$45)
  • Cornwall Park (1-2 hours, free)
  • Sea Life Aquarium (2-3 hours, $30-$50)
  • Wellington Cable Car (1 hour, $7-$12)
  • Wellington Zoo (2-3 hours, $22-$40)
  • Botanic Garden (1-2 hours, free)
  • Wellington Museum (1-2 hours, $5-$15)
  • Total Estimated Costs: $94-$189

Useful tips

If you have more time in Auckland, you may want to add a visit to Rangitoto Island, which can be reached by ferry. In Wellington, you may consider adding a visit to the Weta Cave or Te Papa Tongarewa museum.

If you have less time, you may want to skip Sea Life Aquarium or Wellington Zoo. Alternatively, you could shorten your time at each location or take a guided city tour to see more of the sights in less time.

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