Sydney to Auckland Cruise

Day 1 - Sydney

Arrive: Thu 23 December 2027 / Depart: Thu 23 December 2027 at 17:00

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 2 - At Sea

Day 3 - Hobart

Arrive: Sat 25 December 2027 at 08:00 / Depart: Sat 25 December 2027 at 17:00

Explore quaint, historic towns; see the exquisite countryside of apple orchards and wineries. Enjoy spectacular views from mountaintop aeries. See wombats, emus and the famed Tasmanian devil at a wildlife park or visit the historic penal colony at Port Arthur. Stroll through Hobart and its lovely botanical garden.

Day 4 - At Sea

Day 5 - At Sea

Day 6 - Cruising the Fjords of Milford Sound

Day 7 - Dunedin, New Zealand

Arrive: Wed 29 December 2027 at 10:00 / Depart: Wed 29 December 2027 at 18:00

Discover the rugged, beautiful Otago Peninsula, filled with geological wonders, and gaze in awe at the great albatross with its 10-foot wingspan. Keep an eye out for fur seals and yellow-eyed penguins sunbathing on the rocks. Enjoy the amazing views and the enchanting gardens that surround the historic 19th century Larnach Castle. Splendid Victorian and Edwardian stone buildings are a highlight of a tour of Dunedin.

Day 8 - Lyttelton

Arrive: Thu 30 December 2027 at 08:00 / Depart: Thu 30 December 2027 at 18:00

Enjoy the scenic drive past quaint towns into Christchurch. Stroll through Cathedral Square and nearby gardens and savor the English atmosphere. Watch a sheep-shearing display or sample fine wines. Explore the Banks Peninsula and its dramatic landscape.

Day 9 - Wellington

Arrive: Fri 31 December 2027 at 08:00 / Depart: Fri 31 December 2027 at 17:00

Stroll past Victorian Gothic buildings, visit the exquisite botanic gardens, take the cable car up the mountain for a fantastic view, or head for the city beach. Journey around the spectacular harbor with its amazing views and visit a sheep or cattle station. See some of the sites where the Lord of the Rings trilogy was filmed.

Day 10 - Napier, New Zealand

Arrive: Sat 01 January 2028 at 09:00 / Depart: Sat 01 January 2028 at 18:00

Spend time admiring the marvelous Art Deco architecture for which Napier is known. Enjoy the picturesque countryside, tour superb area vineyards and sample the vintages. Visit a huge nesting colony of gannets near the spot where Captain Cook landed.

Day 11 - Gisborne

Arrive: Sun 02 January 2028 at 07:00 / Depart: Sun 02 January 2028 at 16:00

Named in honor of the crew member on Captain James Cook’s ship Endeavour who first sighted land in the area in 1769, this thriving seaside community is wedded to the sea and its vibrant Maori heritage and culture. Often called the “Chardonnay Capital of New Zealand,” Gisborne has a splendid array of boutique wineries. For a taste of Gisborne’s history and art, the Tairawhiti Museum is an essential destination in this city of warm smiles and even warmer hearts.

Day 12 - Tauranga, New Zealand

Arrive: Mon 03 January 2028 at 08:00 / Depart: Mon 03 January 2028 at 17:00

Discover Tauranga's lovely parks and history or head to Rotorua with its fabulous geysers, hot springs and Maori culture. Explore the Rangitaiki River and its amazing scenery.

Day 13 - Auckland

Arrive: Tue 04 January 2028 at 07:00 / Depart: Tue 04 January 2028

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