Auckland to Sydney Cruise

Day 1 - Auckland

Arrive: Sun 24 January 2027 / Depart: Sun 24 January 2027 at 17:00

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 2 - Tauranga, New Zealand

Arrive: Mon 25 January 2027 at 07:00 / Depart: Mon 25 January 2027 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 3 - Gisborne

Arrive: Tue 26 January 2027 at 07:00 / Depart: Tue 26 January 2027 at 17:00

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 4 - Napier, New Zealand

Arrive: Wed 27 January 2027 at 07:00 / Depart: Wed 27 January 2027 at 16:00

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 5 - Wellington

Arrive: Thu 28 January 2027 at 08:00 / Depart: Thu 28 January 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 6 - Timaru

Arrive: Fri 29 January 2027 at 10:00 / Depart: Fri 29 January 2027 at 19:00

Explore Caroline Bay, one of the largest man-made harbors and safest beaches in the world. Sailing, waterskiing, windsurfing, fishing, hiking, skiing and even golf make the island an adventurer's paradise. The Edwardian architecture, blue stone buildings, Maori rock art, museums and gardens are perfect for those who enjoy the aesthetics of life.

Day 7 - Dunedin, New Zealand

Arrive: Sat 30 January 2027 at 08:00 / Depart: Sat 30 January 2027 at 17:00

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 - Milford Sound

Day 9 - At Sea

Day 10 - At Sea

Day 11 - Hobart

Arrive: Wed 03 February 2027 at 08:00 / Depart: Wed 03 February 2027 at 18:00

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 12 - At Sea

Day 13 - Melbourne

Arrive: Fri 05 February 2027 at 08:00 / Depart: Fri 05 February 2027 at 18:00

Head into the scenic Dandenong Mountains and ride the Puffing Billy steam train through the forest. Meet the koalas, wallabies and more at a wildlife park or explore local wineries. Take a walk and discover the city's marvelous architecture, chic galleries and boutiques.

Day 14 - At Sea

Day 15 - Sydney

Arrive: Sun 07 February 2027 at 08:00 / Depart: Sun 07 February 2027

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.