Follow the Cable Car signpost around Lambton Quay to find the hidden Cable Car Lane in the heart of the city centre.  Wellington's iconic Cable Car travels through three historic tunnels and over three bridges. There are three intermediate stations; the residential areas of Clifton, Talavera and Salamanca. Victoria University of Wellington and Kelburn Park Fountain can be accessed from the Salamanca Station. Enjoy the panoramic views of Wellington city and the harbor from the top of the Cable Car. To get back down into the city, there are several walks through the hillsides of the Botanic Garden, including a beautiful 40-minute stroll back down to the city centre via the historic Bolton Street Cemetery and the Beehive. Or if you prefer an easier route back down, choose the return journey option. This allows you plenty of time to enjoy the views and explore the surrounding attractions at the summit before heading back.

Avoid the crowds and enter the Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa before it opens to the public at 10:00 AM, and access the "Gallipoli: The Scale of Our War" exhibition to learn more about one of the major campaigns of World War I. Get a short introduction from a knowledgeable guide, and then explore at your own pace. Combining the world of museums with the world-class creative artistry of Weta Workshop, the ground-breaking exhibition tells the story through the eyes and words of eight ordinary New Zealanders who found themselves in extraordinary circumstances.  Learn all about the giant sculptures that took a staggering 24,000 hours to create. Encounter 3D maps and projections, miniatures, models, dioramas, and a range of interactive experiences that will bring New Zealand's Gallipoli story to life. Then, use your entry ticket to explore the Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa's vast collections at leisure.

Immerse yourself in the New Zealand landscape as you walk through a 942-hectare forest, home to the wild kōkako and kākā. Connect with the local fauna in an ethical way at Pūkaha Centre, an unfenced sanctuary for wildlife where endangered birds are bred for release across Aotearoa New Zealand. Book your entry ticket to learn about the forest restoration work and possibly see birds with their chicks in the aviaries. Enjoy your experience knowing you're helping to maintain this protected environment, as all proceeds go back into the restoration projects. The highlight of your journey will definitely be seeing kiwi birds in the nocturnal house. During the breeding season, it may be possible to see kiwi chicks being fed by the rangers. You may also come across wild birds in the forest such as the titipounamu, kārearea, and the kererū.