Auckland to Sydney

Overview

A 14-night voyage aboard Riviera, departing Auckland on 21 Feb 2027 and arriving in Sydney, Australia, calling at 9 destinations along the way.

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   Day 1 ·Auckland, New ZealandEmbark

   21 Feb 2027

   Depart 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
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   Day 2 ·Rotorua (Tauranga)

   22 Feb 2027

   Arrive 06:45Depart 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.
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   Day 3 ·Gisborne, New Zealand

   23 Feb 2027

   Arrive 07:00Depart 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.
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   Day 4 ·Napier

   24 Feb 2027

   Arrive 07:00Depart 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.
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   Day 5 ·Wellington

   25 Feb 2027

   Arrive 08:00Depart 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.
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   Day 6 ·Timaru

   26 Feb 2027

   Arrive 10:30Depart 19:30

   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.
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   Day 7 ·Dunedin, New Zealand

   27 Feb 2027

   Arrive 08:00Depart 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.
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   Day 8 ·Cruising the Fjords of Milford Sound

   28 Feb 2027
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   Day 9 ·At Sea

   1 Mar 2027
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    Day 10 ·At Sea

    2 Mar 2027
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    Day 11 ·Melbourne

    3 Mar 2027

    Arrive 10:00

    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.
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    Day 12 ·Melbourne

    4 Mar 2027

    Depart 19:00

    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.
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    Day 13 ·At Sea

    5 Mar 2027
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    Day 14 ·At Sea

    6 Mar 2027
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    Day 15 ·Sydney, AustraliaDisembark

    7 Mar 2027

    Arrive 08:00

    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.

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