Day 1:

Explore Auckland Waterfront

Start your day with a stroll along the Auckland Waterfront. Enjoy the views of the harbor, and stop at a café for a light breakfast.

Visit the Auckland Art Gallery

Discover New Zealand's largest art collection. Entry is free, and you can spend a couple of hours admiring the exhibits.

Try some local cuisine at a nearby café, perhaps a meat pie or fish and chips.

Head to Sky Tower for breathtaking panoramic views of Auckland. Entry fee is around $32 NZD.

Relax in Albert Park, enjoy the gardens, and take in some fresh air.

Enjoy dinner at one of the restaurants overlooking the harbor. Budget around $40 NZD.

Take a leisurely evening walk along the waterfront and enjoy the city lights.

. Day 2:

Catch a ferry from Auckland to Waiheke Island. The ferry ride is about 40 minutes and costs around $42 NZD round trip.

Join a wine tasting tour at one of the island's renowned vineyards. Expect to pay around $30 NZD for a tasting session.

Enjoy lunch at a vineyard restaurant, with stunning views of the vineyards and sea. Allocate about $40 NZD.

Spend the afternoon relaxing on one of the island’s beautiful beaches, such as Onetangi Beach.

Explore local art galleries and shops showcasing Waiheke's artistic talent.

Catch the ferry back to Auckland and enjoy the sunset on the way.

Have dinner at a local restaurant in Auckland, budgeting around $40 NZD.

. Day 3:

Spend your morning at the Auckland Zoo. Entry fee is about $28 NZD.

Visit the Auckland Domain and the beautiful Wintergardens. Free entry to the gardens.

Enjoy a relaxing lunch at a café near the park, budget around $30 NZD.

Explore New Zealand’s national museum, which offers free entry and a rich insight into the country’s culture.

Spend some time shopping for souvenirs in Auckland's central shopping area.

End your trip with a farewell dinner at a nice restaurant, budgeting around $50 NZD.