Sydney to Auckland

Overview

A 12-night voyage aboard Vista, departing Sydney, Australia on 23 Dec 2027 and arriving in Auckland, calling at 9 destinations along the way.

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   Day 1 ·Sydney,AustraliaEmbark

   23 Dec 2027

   Depart 17:00

   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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   Day 2 ·At Sea

   24 Dec 2027
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   Day 3 ·Hobart (Tasmania)

   25 Dec 2027

   Arrive 08:00Depart 17:00

   Explore quaint, historic towns; see the exquisite countryside of apple orchards and wineries. Enjoy spectacular views from mountaintop aeries. See wombats, emus and the famed Tasmanian devil at a wildlife park or visit the historic penal colony at Port Arthur. Stroll through Hobart and its lovely botanical garden.
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   Day 4 ·At Sea

   26 Dec 2027
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   Day 5 ·At Sea

   27 Dec 2027
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   Day 6 ·Cruising the Fjords of Milford Sound

   28 Dec 2027
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   Day 7 ·Dunedin, New Zealand

   29 Dec 2027

   Arrive 10:00Depart 18:00

   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 ·Christchurch (Lyttelton)

   30 Dec 2027

   Arrive 08:00Depart 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.
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   Day 9 ·Wellington

   31 Dec 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 10 ·Napier

    1 Jan 2028

    Arrive 09:00Depart 18:00

    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 11 ·Gisborne, New Zealand

    2 Jan 2028

    Arrive 07:00Depart 16:00

    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 12 ·Rotorua (Tauranga)

    3 Jan 2028

    Arrive 08:00Depart 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 13 ·Auckland, New ZealandDisembark

    4 Jan 2028

    Arrive 07:00

    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

Your ship: Vista