Win the Ultimate Luxury Short Break in Auckland, New Zealand

Auckland burns bright, from the vibrant spark of its nightlife to the ancient volcanoes on which it is built. The city’s cosmopolitan heart brims with art, culture and a buzzy dining scene but its diverse landscape of coastline, rainforest and mountain ranges makes this North Island gem a destination that delivers on all fronts.

Discover Auckland is offering you the chance to experience Auckland’s rare beauty and urban charm on an action-packed three-night escape. The prize includes accommodation at the luxurious Hilton Auckland, world-class dining – with a side of sky-high vistas and harbourside views – and immersive tours showcasing the city’s cultural and natural highlights.

Read on to uncover the magic of Auckland – and learn how you could win your way there. 

How to fall for Auckland in a long weekend

Your adventure begins the moment you check into Hilton Auckland Hotel, your home for the next three nights. Once a warehouse perched at the tip of Princes Wharf in the CBD, the hotel has since been transformed to resemble a gleaming cruiseliner, the hotel feels like the grandest ship in the harbour. Soak in the panoramic views from the comfort of your room, or peer out to sea from the underwater viewing window in the lap pool. 

From here, you’ll be steps away from Auckland’s landmark Sky Tower. Use your complimentary passes to visit the 328-metre-tall monument’s three observation decks, then head to the Sky Bar on Level 50 to raise a glass while watching the sun set over Viaduct Harbour. When your appetite calls, the SkyCity precinct’s diverse dining options have something to tempt all palates, from modern Kiwi fare – with a rotating 360-degree panorama – at Orbit 360 to Aotearoa-inspired Indian at Cassia, the two-hatted restaurant (Cuisine Good Food Awards) on the ground floor.

New Zealand is responsible for some of the world’s most imaginative filmmaking and a Wētā Workshop Tour offers the opportunity to discover the secrets of movie magic. Meet aliens and monsters, tour lifelike castles and marvel at the creativity that has earned this legendary studio five Academy Awards. 

Next up, choose between two unforgettable day trips. On the Waiheke Wine Tour, board a ferry to Waiheke Island – a 40-minute voyage from downtown Auckland crossing the Hauraki Gulf – for a day of wandering through one of New Zealand’s world-class wine regions. You’ll sample everything from light syrah to crisp chardonnay while overlooking sun-warmed vines, olive trees and the sea. Alternatively, join Bush & Beach tours to discover Auckland’s rugged West Coast. Wander among giant tree ferns, mānuka and kauri trees while exploring native rainforests before sinking your toes into the surf at Piha, one of the country’s most beloved black-sand beaches. 

Before your Auckland adventure comes to a close, enjoy one last indulgence with High Tea at the Cordis Hotel’s Chandelier Lounge. Beneath an immense glittering chandelier, savour an array of treats such as strawberry pavlova and cured salmon with seaweed aioli, accompanied by TWG teas or a glass of Louis Roederer Champagne.

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