Cruising to Australia gives you the opportunity to enjoy a wide range of pleasures. From the Sydney Opera House to the Great Barrier Reef, you can see a variety of sites and sounds that range from metropolis to wilderness. Few locations on earth give you the opportunity to scuba dive in the world's largest coral reef and go on a shopping spree the same week. Most sailings leave from Sydney or Auckland, New Zealand. Cruises in Australia may visit Hobart, Melbourne, Sydney, or destinations around the continent and New Zealand.
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Recent price found was as low as: $5,949 per person. Taxes and fees of $760 USD included. Port charges of $729 USD included.
Itinerary Overview
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Day 1 · Auckland, New Zealand
Auckland, New Zealand
Depart 6:00 pm
New Zealand's largest city is draped over seven volcanoes and wrapped around Waitemata Harbour (meaning "sea of sparkling waters" in Maori). Despite its British feel, it is the world's largest Polynesian city. Shop for Polynesian crafts on Queen Street, the main drag. Or from atop Mt. Eden, overlook the "City of Sails," which will host the America's Cup races in 2000.
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Day 2 · Tauranga, New Zealand
Tauranga, New Zealand
Arrive 8:00 am · Depart 5:00 pm
...It is no wonder why the region has become so popular, as it is safe, exciting, diverse, and warm.From touring in a four-wheel drive vehicle through the hills to swimming with the dolphins, Tauranga has it all.The hot springs are glorious, and you could spend an entire day and night lounging in the bubbling saltwater pools.They are truly magnificent, as are the restaurants and accommodations in Tauranga...
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Day 3 · Napier, New Zealand
Napier, New Zealand
Arrive 1:00 pm · Depart 9:00 pm
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Day 4 · Wellington, New Zealand
Wellington, New Zealand
Arrive 1:00 pm · Depart 9:00 pm
...exquisite architecture, great museums, and fabulous dining establishments.The accommodations and amenities in Wellington are superb, and during the summer there are many hot beach spots...
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Day 5 · Christchurch, New Zealand
Christchurch, New Zealand
Arrive 8:00 am · Depart 5:00 pm
Christchurch was founded in 1850 by members of the Church of England, who wanted a little bit of heaven on earth. They succeeded, and today the city takes great pride in its spacious layout and distinctive English-style buildings in elegant grey stone. The River Avon winds through Christchurch, along parks and gardens that cover one third of the city.
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Day 6 · Dunedin, New Zealand
Dunedin, New Zealand
Arrive 7:30 am · Depart 4:00 pm
Dunedin is actually a collection of small towns, great sights, and enjoyable atmospheres.The flora and wildlife are plentiful, and Dunedin is loaded with wonderful historic buildings and fabulous architecture.
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Day 7 · Milford Sound, New Zealand
Milford Sound, New Zealand
Arrive 4:00 pm · Depart 7:00 pm
Milford Sound is simply stunning. In Maori legend, the fiords were created not by rivers of ice, but by Tu Te Raki Whanoa, a godly figure who came wielding a magical adze and uttering incantations. Milford Sound (Piopiotahi) is without doubt his finest sculpture. Whatever the fiord's mood, teeming with rain or with sun glistening on deep water, it will inspire you.
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Day 8 · AT SEA
AT SEA
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Day 10 · Hobart, Australia
Hobart, Australia
Arrive 8:00 am
Located on the island of Tasmania and Australia's second-oldest city, Hobart is famous for its Georgian buildings, picturesque harbor, and fine galleries and gardens. Nearby are the ghostly ruins of Port Arthur, the infamous penal colony, with its Isle of the Dead cemetery. Or, visit one of the perfectly preserved colonial villages nearby.
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Day 11 · Hobart, Australia
Hobart, Australia
Depart 6:00 pm
Located on the island of Tasmania and Australia's second-oldest city, Hobart is famous for its Georgian buildings, picturesque harbor, and fine galleries and gardens. Nearby are the ghostly ruins of Port Arthur, the infamous penal colony, with its Isle of the Dead cemetery. Or, visit one of the perfectly preserved colonial villages nearby.
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Day 12 · AT SEA
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Day 13 · Sydney, Australia
Sydney, Australia
Arrive 8:00 am
Sydney is Australia''s showcase: the oldest settlement, the largest and most thriving city, the cultural melting pot. It curves around idyllic Port Jackson, where sandstone cliffs and bright islands complement the Opera House and Harbor Bridge. Wander the cobbled colonial streets of the historic Rocks quarter, or tour the mansions of Watson''s Bay.
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Day 14 · Sydney, Australia
Sydney, Australia
Sydney is Australia''s showcase: the oldest settlement, the largest and most thriving city, the cultural melting pot. It curves around idyllic Port Jackson, where sandstone cliffs and bright islands complement the Opera House and Harbor Bridge. Wander the cobbled colonial streets of the historic Rocks quarter, or tour the mansions of Watson''s Bay.
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Day 15 · Sydney, Australia
Sydney, Australia
Depart 2:00 pm
Sydney is Australia''s showcase: the oldest settlement, the largest and most thriving city, the cultural melting pot. It curves around idyllic Port Jackson, where sandstone cliffs and bright islands complement the Opera House and Harbor Bridge. Wander the cobbled colonial streets of the historic Rocks quarter, or tour the mansions of Watson''s Bay.
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Day 16 · AT SEA
AT SEA
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Day 17 · Melbourne, Australia
Melbourne, Australia
Arrive 7:00 am
Australia's "Garden City" rejoices in its greenery, from the Fitzroy Gardens to the magnificent Royal Botanical Gardens. Hiding behind the sky-scrapers along the Yarra River are the graceful 19th-century mansions of the city's Gold Rush years. Sample one of the sixty different international cuisines, which make Melbourne the food capital of Australia.
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Day 17 · Melbourne, Australia
Melbourne, Australia
Arrive 7:30 am
Australia's "Garden City" rejoices in its greenery, from the Fitzroy Gardens to the magnificent Royal Botanical Gardens. Hiding behind the sky-scrapers along the Yarra River are the graceful 19th-century mansions of the city's Gold Rush years. Sample one of the sixty different international cuisines, which make Melbourne the food capital of Australia.
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Highlights
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Sail aboard Azamara Pursuit.
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Travel from 2026-12-19 through 2027-01-04.
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Visit Auckland, New Zealand, Tauranga, New Zealand, Napier, New Zealand, Wellington, New Zealand, Christchurch, New Zealand, Dunedin, New Zealand, Milford Sound, New Zealand, Hobart, Australia, Sydney, Australia, Melbourne, Australia.
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Cabin Types
InsideRecently found from $5,949 per person
Taxes and fees of $760 USD included. Port charges of $729 USD included.
OceanviewRecently found from $6,679 per person
Taxes and fees of $760 USD included. Port charges of $729 USD included.
BalconyRecently found from $7,069 per person
Taxes and fees of $760 USD included. Port charges of $729 USD included.
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