We didn't do a lot in Auckland. We visited the Wynyard area and ate at a tourist trap called The Crab Shack. Was okay but wouldn't go there again. We also took a ferry to Devonport and took a seaside stroll and drank some hot chocolate. All quite leisurely and everything easy to access. It was a nice day. ...
Didn't do an excursion. I met up with a friend who lives there and we hung out all day, her showing me the sights and us jabbering and catching up. Auckland seems to be a really lovely city. ...
Our Auckland activities were booked outside of (and exclusive of) VIking because they never advised any Viking travelers that there were pre-arranged excursions for this extension to Viking's sailing. It was a small-group tour with in-depth stops at local spots. ...
