8 days in Auckland, Hamilton & Wellington Itinerary

Auckland is known for sightseeing, nature, and museums. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: make a trip to Sky Tower, explore the world behind art at Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tamaki, do a tasting at Foxes Island, and stop by Pauanesia.

For ratings, where to stay, other places to visit, and other tourist information, you can read our Auckland holiday planner.

Amritsar, India to Auckland is an approximately 23-hour flight. The time zone changes from India Standard Time to New Zealand Standard Time, which is usually a 6.5 hour difference. While traveling from Amritsar, expect colder days and slightly colder nights in Auckland, ranging from highs of 15°C to lows of 15°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 7th (Thu) to allow time to drive to Hamilton.

Start off your visit on the 7th (Thu): sample the tasty concoctions at Brewaucracy. Keep things going the next day: admire the natural beauty at Hamilton Gardens, don't miss a visit to Hobbiton Movie Set, and then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Cathedral of the Blessed Virgin Mary.

For other places to visit, photos, where to stay, and more tourist information, read Hamilton visit planner.

Traveling by car from Auckland to Hamilton takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. Finish your sightseeing early on the 9th (Sat) to allow enough time to fly to Wellington.

On the 10th (Sun), take in nature's colorful creations at Wellington Botanic Garden, catch a ride on Wellington Cable Car, then take an in-depth tour of Wellington Museum, and finally see the interesting displays at Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa.

Make your Wellington itinerary with Klarna Trips to find out what to see and where to go.

Getting from Hamilton to Wellington by flight takes about 3 hours. Other options: drive; or take a train. September in Wellington sees daily highs of 16°C and lows of 10°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 11th (Mon) to allow enough time to fly back home.