New Zealand from Sydney, Australia

Overview

A 10-night voyage aboard Carnival Splendor, departing Sydney, Australia on 12 Oct 2026 and returning to the same port, calling at 6 destinations along the way.

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   Day 1 ·Sydney, AustraliaEmbark

   12 Oct 2026

   Depart 15:30

   Sydney always lives up to great expectations. When you are on one of our Sydney cruises, the first glimpse of the Harbour Bridge and Opera House will stay in your memory forever. One of the world's great cities and harbours, Sydney always lives up to great expectations. When you are on one of our Sydney cruises, the first glimpse of the Harbour Bridge and Opera House will stay in your memory forever. Even before the 2000 Olympics, cruises to Sydney had much to offer - hosting the games just made the city even better with improved facilities and extra dining and entertainment venues all round. From the waterside restaurants fringing the historic Rocks district, the Sydney cruise tour takes you around Sydney Cove past the Circular Quay ferry terminal to that remarkable Opera House and the beautiful Royal Botanic Gardens.
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   Day 2 ·Fun Day at Sea

   13 Oct 2026
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   Day 3 ·Fun Day at Sea

   14 Oct 2026
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   Day 4 ·Fun Day at Sea

   15 Oct 2026
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   Day 5 ·Napier

   16 Oct 2026

   Arrive 07:00Depart 15:00

   At the southern end of Hawkes Bay you’ll find Napier. This may surprise you, but Napier is the art deco capital of the world. In 1931 a massive earthquake and fire destroyed the city. Within two years the town was rebuilt in the style of the era – art deco. To make Napier even more unique, traditional Maori motifs give the city unmistakable New Zealand character.
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   Day 6 ·Tauranga

   17 Oct 2026

   Arrive 09:15Depart 20:15

   White sandy beaches, a beautiful harbour, spectacular surrounding landscape, a vibrant city – Tauranga has everything going for it. And there are plenty of things to do too. In fact, there are so many activities you’ll be totally spoilt for choice.
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   Day 7 ·Auckland

   18 Oct 2026

   Arrive 08:15Depart 18:30

   Experience a cosmopolitan city surrounded by natural wonders. Auckland has two harbours and over 50 local islands. When your legs are ready to fall off, take a seat and feast on local cuisine with an international twist. Yep, Auckland really is a city like no other.
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   Day 8 ·Bay of Islands

   19 Oct 2026

   Arrive 07:00Depart 16:00

   Often referred to as the jewel in New Zealand’s crown, the Bay of Islands attracts visitors from all over the world. With 144 unspoilt islands and bays, it’s easy to see why. In addition to the sheer beauty of this destination, the Bay of Islands has an abundance of wildlife. Expect to bump into penguins, dolphins and whales. This pristine marine park with its warm waters, sandy beaches and subtropical rainforests is worth adding to your bucket list.
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   Day 9 ·Fun Day at Sea

   20 Oct 2026
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    Day 10 ·Fun Day at Sea

    21 Oct 2026
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    Day 11 ·Sydney, AustraliaDisembark

    22 Oct 2026

    Arrive 06:30

    Sydney always lives up to great expectations. When you are on one of our Sydney cruises, the first glimpse of the Harbour Bridge and Opera House will stay in your memory forever. One of the world's great cities and harbours, Sydney always lives up to great expectations. When you are on one of our Sydney cruises, the first glimpse of the Harbour Bridge and Opera House will stay in your memory forever. Even before the 2000 Olympics, cruises to Sydney had much to offer - hosting the games just made the city even better with improved facilities and extra dining and entertainment venues all round. From the waterside restaurants fringing the historic Rocks district, the Sydney cruise tour takes you around Sydney Cove past the Circular Quay ferry terminal to that remarkable Opera House and the beautiful Royal Botanic Gardens.

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