Astounding Australasia - Singapore to Auckland Cruise

Day 1 - Singapore

Arrive: Thu 14 November 2024 / Depart: Thu 14 November 2024 at 18:00

Discover a delightful city of contrasts, from its old Chinese quarter and colorful Hindu temples to its modern skyscrapers, famous Tiger Balm Gardens and magnificent National Orchid Garden. Stroll along the Esplanade. Take a short cruise along the Singapore River and a tri-shaw ride through town. Visit the Kranji Memorial and Changi Chapel and Memorial, dedicated to those who lost their lives here during World War II.

Day 2 - Java Sea Cruising

Day 3 - Jakarta

Arrive: Sat 16 November 2024 at 07:00 / Depart: Sat 16 November 2024 at 18:00

Day 4 - Java Sea Cruising

Day 5 - Bali

Arrive: Mon 18 November 2024 at 11:00

Experience this exquisite island and its gentle people as you explore the lush countryside of terraced rice fields and mountains dotted with temples. Visit a royal palace, watch an entrancing dance performance, or see carvers at work. Enjoy villages filled with beautiful arts and crafts and the daily festivals with villagers parading in their finery to local temples.

Day 6 - Bali

Depart: Tue 19 November 2024 at 18:00

Experience this exquisite island and its gentle people as you explore the lush countryside of terraced rice fields and mountains dotted with temples. Visit a royal palace, watch an entrancing dance performance, or see carvers at work. Enjoy villages filled with beautiful arts and crafts and the daily festivals with villagers parading in their finery to local temples.

Day 7 - Timor Sea Cruising

Day 8 - Timor Sea Cruising

Day 9 - Darwin, Australia

Arrive: Fri 22 November 2024 at 07:00 / Depart: Fri 22 November 2024 at 16:00

Discover Aboriginal culture and art at the Fine Arts Museum, see the city and its wonderful gardens, or venture into the outback to fabulous Territory Wildlife Park and its many wonders. Or head for the incredible waterfalls at Litchfield National Park. Watch crocodiles at a research station, or take a cruise along the Adelaide River and watch the saltwater crocs leap from the water to catch their prey.

Day 10 - Arafura Sea

Day 11 - Coral Sea Cruising

Day 12 - Port Moresby

Arrive: Mon 25 November 2024 at 08:00 / Depart: Mon 25 November 2024 at 17:00

Named by Captain John Moresby in 1873, the capital of Papua New Guinea was transformed from a sleepy port town into a booming military base during World War II. Explore the cultural exhibits at the National Museum, and stroll the Port Moresby Nature Park – a charming oasis full of local and exotic species, along with over 150 native animals. Travel to nearby Koki or Hanuabada, traditional stilt villages offering remarkable insight into the local culture. For beautiful views of Port Moresby and the surrounding harbor, head up to Paga Hill or Touaguba Hill.

Day 13 - Alotau, Papua New Guinea

Arrive: Tue 26 November 2024 at 12:01 / Depart: Tue 26 November 2024 at 20:00

Amidst a land of thriving tribal cultures and pristine mountainous rainforest, Alotau is located in the extreme eastern end of Papua New Guinea where human habitation began over 45,000 years ago. Perched on the edge of Milne Bay, this picturesque hillside town makes the perfect base for exploring the outlying capes, coves and islands. The nearby village of East Cape offers excellent snorkeling, while Fergusson Island brims with fascinating geothermal features such as hot springs, bubbling mud pools, spouting geysers and volcanoes. The quaint settlement of Wagawaga offers beautiful waterfalls and gorgeous scenery from its cove location at the foot of sheer mountains that rise from the southern peninsula.

Day 14 - Coral Sea Cruising

Day 15 - Cairns

Arrive: Thu 28 November 2024 at 07:00 / Depart: Thu 28 November 2024 at 18:00

This is the place to see the magnificent rainforest from the Kuranda Railway and visit local wildlife like koalas and emus in a rainforest habitat. Or learn about Aboriginal tradition at the culture park. Explore the town, its charming homes and the lovely botanical garden.

Day 16 - Townsville

Arrive: Fri 29 November 2024 at 07:00 / Depart: Fri 29 November 2024 at 17:00

Discover the local beaches and enjoy the tropical scenery, the seafront promenade, galleries and shops. Venture out to stunning Magnetic Island with its national park, miles of walking trails, wildlife and magnificent coral reefs.

Day 17 - Coral Sea Cruising

Day 18 - Coral Sea Cruising

Day 19 - Sydney

Arrive: Mon 02 December 2024 at 11:00

Visit the famous Opera House, stroll along the harbor or cruise around it. Climb the Harbor Bridge, take a walk through the Rocks where Sydney began, or enjoy celebrated Bondi Beach. Head into the beautiful Blue Mountains for a taste of the country; visit a wildlife park and enjoy Australia’s fabulously unique creatures.

Day 20 - Sydney

Depart: Tue 03 December 2024 at 14:00

Visit the famous Opera House, stroll along the harbor or cruise around it. Climb the Harbor Bridge, take a walk through the Rocks where Sydney began, or enjoy celebrated Bondi Beach. Head into the beautiful Blue Mountains for a taste of the country; visit a wildlife park and enjoy Australia’s fabulously unique creatures.

Day 21 - Pacific Ocean Cruising

Day 22 - Pacific Ocean Cruising

Day 23 - Bay of Islands

Arrive: Fri 06 December 2024 at 12:00 / Depart: Fri 06 December 2024 at 20:00

Relish the opportunities in this natural playground as you observe flying dolphins, gannets and blue penguins. The diving is renowned as some of the best in the world. Visit the historic Waitangi Treaty House, where the founding document of New Zealand was signed.

Day 24 - Auckland

Arrive: Sat 07 December 2024 at 10:00

Enjoy this beautiful city, its enormous parks and spectacular views from Mount Eden. Learn about Maori culture; visit the famed Waitomo Glowworm Caves and their fantastic formations. Or head for the coast and the crashing surf, see a gannet colony and admire the sheep farms along the way. Visit an area vineyard or one of sixty volcanoes

Day 25 - Auckland

Depart: Sun 08 December 2024

Enjoy this beautiful city, its enormous parks and spectacular views from Mount Eden. Learn about Maori culture; visit the famed Waitomo Glowworm Caves and their fantastic formations. Or head for the coast and the crashing surf, see a gannet colony and admire the sheep farms along the way. Visit an area vineyard or one of sixty volcanoes