Auckland to Melbourne

Overview

A 15-night voyage aboard Crystal Symphony, departing Auckland on 23 Dec 2028 and arriving in Melbourne, calling at 11 destinations along the way.

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   Day 1 ·Auckland, New ZealandEmbark

   23 Dec 2028

   Depart 19:00

   Situated astride a narrow, jade-green isthmus between the shimmering waters of the Tasman Sea and the Pacific Ocean on two harbors, the Waitematā and Manukau, is Auckland. This vibrant city is a gateway to New Zealand’s natural and cultural treasures: great natural beauty, friendly people, magnificent glacier-studded mountain ranges, sculpted fjords, pristine beaches, lush rainforest, an endless array of sporting activities, and, not to be forgotten, plenty of sheep and rolling farmland.
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   Day 2 ·Tauranga, New Zealand

   24 Dec 2028

   Arrive 08:00Depart 18:00

   The spectacular Bay of Plenty on New Zealand’s North Island is home to the resort town of Tauranga. Known for its fine restaurants, boutiques and galleries, the city is also a hot spot for water sports and a gateway to nearby attractions, such as the geothermal wonders of Rotorua. At the southern end of Tauranga’s harbor lies the relaxed beach town of Mount Maunganui, named after its distinctive peak, Mauao, which towers 750 feet above the town’s white-sand surf.
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   Day 3 ·At Sea

   25 Dec 2028
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   Day 4 ·Napier, New Zealand

   26 Dec 2028

   Arrive 07:00Depart 18:00

   Nestled on the Pacific coastline of New Zealand’s North Island is charming Napier, a town with much to boast about. Napier is known for producing wool, growing fruit, cultivating grapes and making wine. The city abounds in art deco splendor with iconic landmarks, rivaled only by the surrounding natural beauty of Hawke’s Bay. A highlight of the region is wild and wonderful Cape Kidnappers, known for its gannet colony, considered to be one of only two such mainland colonies in the world.
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   Day 5 ·Wellington, New Zealand

   27 Dec 2028

   Arrive 08:00Depart 18:00

   Hugging the hillsides around Port Nicholson, a horseshoe-shaped bay that is one of the world's finest, Wellington reminds many visitors of San Francisco. In cultural offerings as well as landscape - Wellington boasts the National Art Gallery and the Dominion Museum, as well as the Government Building, one of the world's largest wooden structures.
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   Day 6 ·Christchurch/Akaroa, New Zealand

   28 Dec 2028

   Arrive 08:00Depart 18:00

   The historic port of Lyttelton serves as the gateway to Christchurch, the largest city on New Zealand’s South Island. Traditionally considered the most English of New Zealand’s cities, there is much to explore in vibrant Christchurch, from its neo-Gothic stone buildings and beautiful botanical gardens, to its picturesque Avon River lined by graceful willows. Further afar, the Canterbury Plains, snow-capped Southern Alps and numerous rivers beckon with their enchanting beauty and wildlife.
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   Day 7 ·Timaru

   29 Dec 2028

   Arrive 07:00Depart 19:00
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   Day 8 ·Dunedin, New Zealand

   30 Dec 2028

   Arrive 07:00Depart 17:00

   The charismatic city of Dunedin lies in southeastern New Zealand, at the head of Otago Harbor on South Island. Its name means Edinburgh in Gaelic and to this day it has retained enduring reminders of its Scottish roots. Adorning the streets of Dunedin is a wealth of Victorian and Edwardian buildings, richly festooned with spires, gables and gargoyles. The rolling hills, pristine beaches and secluded bays of the adjacent Otago Peninsula are home to albatrosses, sea lions and yellow-eyed penguins.
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   Day 9 ·Cruising Dusky Fjord

   31 Dec 2028

   Arrive 08:00Depart 10:00
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    Day 10 ·Cruising Doubtful Fjord

    31 Dec 2028

    Arrive 12:30Depart 13:00
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    Day 10 ·Cruising the Milford Sound, New Zealand

    31 Dec 2028

    Arrive 17:00Depart 19:00
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    Day 10 ·At Sea

    1 Jan 2029
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    Day 11 ·At Sea

    2 Jan 2029
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    Day 12 ·Tasmania/Hobart, Australia

    3 Jan 2029

    Arrive 08:00Depart 23:59

    Hobart, premier city of the island-state of Tasmania, is situated between Mount Wellington and the Derwent River. As Australia's second-oldest capital, it savors the present while revering its past. History adds picturesque charm to this charismatic city, for there are no less than 90 buildings with National Trust classification. At Salamanca Place and Battery Point, relics of the whaling days of the last century can still be seen. Tasmania maintains abiding links with a wealth of Australian heritage. The convict settlement of Port Arthur provides vivid reminders of bygone days. With a busy port and thriving commercial center, Hobart is justifiably recognized as one of the world's most beautiful harbor cities.
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    Day 13 ·Tasmania/Hobart, Australia

    4 Jan 2029

    Depart 02:00

    Hobart, premier city of the island-state of Tasmania, is situated between Mount Wellington and the Derwent River. As Australia's second-oldest capital, it savors the present while revering its past. History adds picturesque charm to this charismatic city, for there are no less than 90 buildings with National Trust classification. At Salamanca Place and Battery Point, relics of the whaling days of the last century can still be seen. Tasmania maintains abiding links with a wealth of Australian heritage. The convict settlement of Port Arthur provides vivid reminders of bygone days. With a busy port and thriving commercial center, Hobart is justifiably recognized as one of the world's most beautiful harbor cities.
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    Day 13 ·Port Arthur, Australia

    4 Jan 2029

    Arrive 07:00Depart 13:00

    Many Australian destinations are scenic. Many reflect Australia’s connection to England. Still others reveal Australia’s history in crime and punishment. Some, like Port Arthur do all three—especially the last—in spades. Today, the UNESCO-listed Port Arthur Historic Site is beautiful, despite its role as a convict stronghold. Honey-hued in its sandstone construction and elegant in its ruined state, the prison sits positioned on the water, looking like a chateau, or a castle, or a fortress.
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    Day 15 ·Phillip Island

    5 Jan 2029

    Arrive 13:00Depart 23:59

    Australia's Phillip Island sits in shimmering blue waters just south of Melbourne in the Bass Strait. Its smorgasbord of cafés, restaurants, wineries, and shops is complemented by water sports, Grand Prix motorcycle racing, and an array of nature-focused attractions. Among the best spots for wildlife sightings is the Koala Conservation Center, where raised boardwalks let you come face to face with the cuddly creatures dozing in their treetop homes. Wallabies and possums live here too.
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    Day 15 ·Melbourne, Australia

    6 Jan 2029

    Arrive 08:00Depart 23:30

    Melbourne is the capital city of Victoria - and a global capital of trend-setting cool. Dynamic, sporty and arty, it still maintains an air of old-world grace with spacious tree-lined boulevards and expansive parks. The prosperous lifestyle of its people is both cosmopolitan and sophisticated. The heritage of more than 100 different cultures has contributed to Melbourne's richly international character - exemplified by its range of 15,000 dining venues offering more than 50 different kinds of cuisine.
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    Day 16 ·Melbourne, AustraliaDisembark

    7 Jan 2029

    Melbourne is the capital city of Victoria - and a global capital of trend-setting cool. Dynamic, sporty and arty, it still maintains an air of old-world grace with spacious tree-lined boulevards and expansive parks. The prosperous lifestyle of its people is both cosmopolitan and sophisticated. The heritage of more than 100 different cultures has contributed to Melbourne's richly international character - exemplified by its range of 15,000 dining venues offering more than 50 different kinds of cuisine.

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