8 Days Exploring Auckland and North Island Itinerary

Begin with a visit to the historic North Head Historic Reserve (Maungauika). Have breakfast at Chocolate Boutique Cafe in Parnell.

Head over to Cornwall Park for a leisurely stroll and picnic lunch from Bluebells Cakery.

Conclude your day at the beautiful Michael Joseph Savage Memorial Park (Savage Memorial). Dine at Cibo Parnell for an elegant evening meal.

Visit the renowned Auckland War Memorial Museum in the morning. Enjoy breakfast at Sidart Restaurant, which offers a unique dining experience.

Explore the lush greenery of Auckland Domain. For lunch, try out local flavors at Orphans Kitchen.

Take in panoramic views from the top of Mt. Eden. Have dinner at the highly-rated restaurant, Cassia.

Catch a ferry to beautiful Waiheke Island. Start with breakfast at The Oyster Inn before exploring local vineyards like Stonyridge Vineyard.

Continue your vineyard tour with a visit to another renowned spot on Waiheke Island. Enjoy lunch at one of the island's top restaurants, such as Tantalus Estate Vineyard & Winery.

Relax on one of Waiheke's stunning beaches before heading back to Auckland. Have dinner at waterfront restaurant, Soul Bar & Bistro.

Start your day with an adventure to the famous black sand beach of Piha Beach. Grab breakfast from a local cafe like Piha Cafe.

Return to Auckland and visit the popular attraction,  Auckland Zoo. For lunch, try out local favorites at  Burger Burger Ponsonby.

Head back into town for an evening walk around Ponsonby Road before enjoying dinner at  Ponsonby Road Bistro.

Embark on an early morning hike through  Waitakere Ranges, starting from  Arataki Visitor Centre. Have breakfast nearby at Elevation Cafe.

Continue exploring more trails within Waitakere Ranges or take a short drive down towards Karekare Beach for some coastal scenery. Enjoy lunch packed or from nearby cafes.

Return back into Auckland city center where you can enjoy dinner by SkyCity's Federal Delicatessen restaurant.

Take an early ferry ride over towards Tiritiri Matangi Island where you can explore its rich birdlife sanctuary while having breakfast onboard or packed.

{ A-Tiritiri Matangi Island[14262]} offers guided tours around this conservation island; pack yourself some snacks/lunches during these explorations.

{ A-Rangitoto Island[11397]} could be visited next if time permits; otherwise return back into town enjoying dinner by Depot Eatery & Oyster Bar

{ A-Devonport[431]} could be visited next if time permits; otherwise return back into town enjoying brunch by Devon On The Wharf

{ A-Mt Victoria Reserve(Takarunga)[11385]} is another scenic lookout point offering panoramic views across both cityscape/harbor areas followed up light lunches/snacks nearby cafes/restaurants around Devonport area itself

Spend last few hours revisiting favorite spots/shopping souvenirs along Queen Street before finalizing trip dining experience via The Sugar Club located atop Sky Tower