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3-Day In-Depth Auckland Tour

📆 Day 1: Auckland Domain → Auckland War Memorial Museum → Parnell Road → Sky Tower 🏞️ Start your morning at Auckland Domain, the city's peaceful oasis that offers respite from fast-paced urban life. A 6-minute walk brings you to Auckland War Memorial Museum (adults NZ$25, children NZ$10), showcasing New Zealand's culture, history, military, and natural ecology with fascinating exhibits including numerous plant and animal specimens that can be observed under magnification – perfect for children's educational exploration. 🚶 In the afternoon, take a 15-minute stroll to Parnell Road, Auckland's tranquil boutique shopping street. Relax on shaded benches while watching the comings and goings of vehicles and pedestrians. 📸 Conclude your day at Auckland's iconic Sky Tower – New Zealand's tallest structure, reminiscent of Shanghai's Oriental Pearl TV Tower. · 📆 Day 2: Auckland Zoo → Queen Street → Auckland Harbour Bridge 🦆 Visit the friendly animals at Auckland Zoo – particularly worthwhile for families. Nearby Western Springs Park (free entry) offers duck-feeding opportunities with bread. 🪇 Don't miss Queen Street's dazzling array of shops, cinemas, and souvenir stores. Later, take a 21-minute bus ride to Auckland Harbour Bridge, where the bridge and thousands of yacht masts at the marina create a spectacular seascape. · ⛰️ Day 3: Mount Eden → North Head 🧭 Morning hike up Mount Eden to explore the volcanic crater and enjoy 360° panoramic views of Auckland. The summit compass points to major world cities. After a 1h38m bus ride, discover North Head's historic military tunnels, gun emplacements, and watch continuous ship traffic. The sunset views here are unforgettable. · ✨ About Us: 🏡 Your Guide: Long-term New Zealand resident offering authentic local experiences 💼 Credentials: Top-rated operator across major platforms - Contact me for personalized itinerary planning 😎 - 👉 How to Book: 1. Follow & message me via profile 2. Click product link below to consult online ✔ Get 1-on-1 service from professional planners - More travel services available for: Japan | USA | North America ✔ Mongolia ✔ Russia ✔ Maldives ✔ Tahiti ✔ Indonesia ✔ Thailand ✔ Singapore ✔ Malaysia ✔ Middle East/Africa
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