Itinerary

Sydney, At Sea, At Sea, Cruise Fjordland National Park, Milford Sound, Port Chalmers, Lyttelton, Picton, Napier, Gisborne, Tauranga, Auckland, Waitangi, At Sea, Sydney

Detailed Itinerary

Sydney

Australia's most illustrious city is the country's capital in everything but name. It possesses one of the most beautiful harbour settings in the world, and emanates with a intermingling of history, ruggedness and sophistication.

Cruise Fjordland National Park

Fiordland National Park is in the southwest of New Zealand's South Island. It's known for the glacier-carved fiords of Doubtful and Milford sounds. A beech forest trail on the sandy Milford shore offers views of towering Mitre Peak. Nearby, the craggy Earl Mountains are reflected in the glassy surface of Mirror Lakes. On the Cleddau River, the Chasm Walk passes over bridges with views of powerful waterfalls

Milford Sound

New Zealand's Milford Sound is one of the world's most beautiful fjords, and popular because of the towering Mitre Peak, surrounded by waterfalls and rainforests. Here, you'll find a unique flora and fauna, with fur seal colonies, penguins, and dolphins just around each corner. Visit the Milford Discovery Centre and Underwater Observatory to discover rare black corals and even more aquatic life.

Port Chalmers (Dunedin)

Lying at the head of a fiord-like inlet surrounded by seven hills, this city was once the largest and wealthiest city in the country, thanks to its gold fields. It's said to be one of the most perfectly preserved Victorian cities in the world.

Lyttelton (Christchurch)

Lyttelton is a port town on the north shore of Lyttelton Harbour, at the northwestern end of Banks Peninsula and close to Christchurch, on the eastern coast of the South Island of New Zealand

Picton

Picton, on the northeast corner of New Zealands South Island, provides access to the beautiful Marlborough Sounds and to New Zealands most famous wine region, Marlborough, home to the worlds best Sauvignon Blanc

Napier

The seaport tourist city of Napier located on Hawke Bay allows cruisers to marvel at the beautiful Pania of the Reef, an important figure of M?ori mythology. Thousands go here every February to attend the Tremains Art Deco Weekend event to celebrate the city's Art Deco inspired heritage.

Gisborne

Known by the local M?ori as the "Great standing place of Kiwa", Gisborne is home to a thriving arts and culture scene, thanks to the predominantly M?ori populace. If you visit during the New Year, you can catch Rhythym and Vines, a 3-day music festival at the Waiohika Estate.

Tauranga

The principal city of the Bay of Plenty is a popular Kiwi summer resort with notorious military and missionary legacies. Its legendary Waitomo Caves comprises a vast underground network of water-sculpted, cathedral-like limestone grottoes. Big-game fishing and scuba diving abounds.

Auckland

Auckland is a lively fusion of international style, local creativity and Polynesian charm. Its urban personality is bold, fast and fashionable, while its seaside ambiance ranges from rugged and untamed to smooth and tranquil.

Description

Celebrate the Holidays in Kiwi Style, set sail for festive memories over the ditch! 

Date: 22 December 2024 - 05 January 2025

Adventure calls on a Sydney roundtrip. Watch waterfalls gush from staggering cliffs in Milford Sound. Explore Wellington’s harbor on an overnight. Take the wine trail in Gisborne.

Your ship: MS Westerdam

The MS Westerdam was built in 2004 and is amoung Holland America's 11 ships in it's fleet. The MS Westerdam is included in the cruise line's Vista Class Class. In the cruise ship stats below you'll find the MS Westerdam vs all other Holland America ships.

Large Inside Cabin - perfect for those seeking a peaceful retreat, these large inside cabins offer ample space to unwind and recharge after a day of exploration.