Kiwi & Kangaroo Coasts - Auckland to Sydney Cruise

Day 1 - Auckland

Arrive: Mon 24 February 2025 / Depart: Mon 24 February 2025 at 18:00

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

Arrive: Tue 25 February 2025 at 07:00 / Depart: Tue 25 February 2025 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: Wed 26 February 2025 at 10:00 / Depart: Wed 26 February 2025 at 21:00

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: Thu 27 February 2025 at 07:00 / Depart: Thu 27 February 2025 at 17:00

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 - Picton, NZ

Arrive: Fri 28 February 2025 / Depart: Fri 28 February 2025 at 20:00

Built around a sheltered harbor, Picton boasts a picturesque seafront lined with cafés, restaurants and galleries. Popular attractions include a floating maritime museum and an aquarium. Local operators offer cruising tours, fishing, dolphin watching and sea kayaking. A beautiful local attraction, the Queen Charlotte Track is navigable on foot or bike. From Picton guests can also explore the scenic Marlborough Sounds.

Day 6 - Lyttelton

Arrive: Sat 01 March 2025 at 09:00 / Depart: Sat 01 March 2025 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 7 - Dunedin, New Zealand

Arrive: Sun 02 March 2025 at 07:00 / Depart: Sun 02 March 2025 at 16:00

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 - Cruising the Fjords of Milford Sound

Day 9 - Tasman Sea Cruising

Day 10 - Tasman Sea Cruising

Day 11 - Burnie, Tasmania

Arrive: Thu 06 March 2025 at 08:00 / Depart: Thu 06 March 2025 at 17:00

Nestled in the northwest corner of Tasmania, this energetic and creative seaside town offers a unique perspective on the world of industry. Once dependent on paper manufacturing, the inventive community has transformed its industry into a compelling art culture. Visit Makers’ Workshop, part museum and part arts center, for an introduction to the inspired spirit of Burnie, along with a tour of the process of papermaking and a glimpse of local artisans at work on their handicrafts. Discover Burnie’s natural gems on the many trails at Fern Glade Reserve or the picturesque Emu Valley Rhododendron Garden.

Day 12 - Melbourne

Arrive: Fri 07 March 2025 at 09:00

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 13 - Melbourne

Depart: Sat 08 March 2025 at 16:00

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 - Tasman Sea Cruising

Day 15 - Sydney

Arrive: Mon 10 March 2025 at 06:00 / Depart: Mon 10 March 2025

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.