£2999pp—Australia & New Zealand cruise, with tours & stays

This cruise offers a choose-your-own-adventure experience. You can pick from a list of excursions at either end of your voyage. You'll visit two countries during 18 nights on this winter-sun trip. The package saves £248–£1202 compared to putting the holiday together yourself.

What's included

• Return flights, with up to 23kg checked baggage
• Private transfers throughout
• Two nights at the Auckland City Hotel - Hobson Street, with breakfast
• A 14-night full-board cruise on Holland America Line's Noordam, in an Inside Stateroom
• Two nights at the Parkroyal Darling Harbour, Sydney, with breakfast
• A choice of one of three tours in both Auckland and Sydney

When
Fly from London on 13 January or 10 February, 2027.

Depart on 27 January or 10 March, 2027, from £3199 per person; or on 24 February, 2027, from £3299 per person.**

Travel from Glasgow International or Manchester from £3098 per person.

For more information, see our partner's website.

Itinerary highlights

• Two nights in Auckland... stay at a hotel a few minutes' walk from the Sky Tower and the shops on Queen Street.
• Tauranga (Rotorua)... climb Mount Maunganui for panoramic views of the beach.
• Napier... discover the city's architectural charm, wine culture, and beautiful coast.
• Picton... a picturesque seaside town at the top of the South Island.
• Lyttelton (Christchurch)... artists and port workers chill together in effortlessly cool bars.
• Port Chalmers (Dunedin)... explore the city's Scottish heritage at Larnach Castle.
• Cruise Fiordland National Park... get up close to scenery from the Lord of the Rings.
• Hobart... the capital of Tasmania is your first Australian port.
• Melbourne... a lush and vibrant city full of colourful laneways and artsy cafes.
• Two nights in Sydney... spend two nights at a central hotel near Hyde Park.

Choose one tour in Auckland:

• Explore Piha's beaches and rainforests, with a nature walk among the giant ferns.
• Discover the wine estates around Muriwai, with sauvignon blanc tastings.
• Get to know Auckland in-depth on a half-day private city tour.

Choose one tour in Sydney:

• Embark on a sunset harbour cruise with dinner included.
• Sail across Sydney Harbour to Taronga Zoo, home to cuddly koalas.
• Go on a whale-watching cruise around Sydney.

Ship details
Holland America Line's Noordam is a mid-sized ship with a capacity of 1916 passengers. The ship's amenities suit explorers, foodies, and music lovers alike. You can enjoy the pool no matter the weather, thanks to its retractable roof. You can dine on well-reviewed cuisine at one of the ship's five restaurants. There are two live music venues: Billboard Onboard and the Rolling Stone Lounge. The latter has a seven-piece band that plays rock, pop, and R&B hits.

Other options

• Sail in a Verandah Stateroom from £3499 per person
• Add extra nights in Auckland from £50 per person
• Add extra nights in Sydney from £99 per person
• Solo travellers can book this cruise holiday from £4599

Transfers and baggage
Private transfers and up to 23kg checked baggage are included.