Route R7

Cruise details · Leg 3 R7 SYDNEY TO AUCKLAND

21 days | Sydney • Australia • Tasmania New Zealand (South and North Island) Auckland

28.01. – 17.02.2024

Our journey begins in Sydney. From here, we set sail on an exciting voyage of discovery along the coasts of mainland Australia, Tasmania and New Zealand. First stop: Paradise! The coastal town of Eden on the Sapphire Coast fully deserves its name – an opinion that is shared by the whales who swim near to the shore! Passing Melbourne, we head for Tasmania. Here we will meet the world’s smallest penguins as well as Tasmanian devils and many other species that are only found here. Reaching New Zealand, we will pay leisurely visits to both the South and North Islands where you can take your time to enjoy the enchanting landscapes and friendly locals.

• Book an extra overland programme to Uluru (formerly also known as Ayers Rock) to immerse yourself in the magic of this special location and the history of the Aboriginal people that hold it sacred. • We allow plenty of time for you to relax and soak up the natural beauty of Tasmania and New Zealand. • Our arrival in Tasmania coincides with the hatching season for the world’s smallest penguins, so you should be able to admire their chicks up close in Burnie. • One breathtaking natural spectacle follows the next on this leg of the journey. You will discover lush green national parks, turquoise blue lagoons, spectacular fjords and many other highlights along this scenic stretch of the cruise. • Climbing, kayaking, hiking, swimming, scuba diving and so much more: the sky is your limit! • Follow the trail of Gandalf, Bilbo and Gollum and visit some of the spectacular locations where Lord of the Rings was filmed.

Australia

Melbourne Eden

Sydney

Tasmanian Sea

Burnie Tasmania

Port Arthur

Hobart Milford Sound Thompson Sound Doubtful Sound Dusky Sound Bay of Islands

Auckland R8

Tauranga

Wellington Lyttelton New Zealand Napier

Timaru Port Chalmers Stewart Island

South Pacific

Why choose this cruise? Time to discover.

In New Zealand, “kiwi” refers not only to the world’s smallest (and definitely cutest!) flightless bird. Here on these two islands on the other side of the world, “Kiwi” also refers to the local population, their style of barbecuing and their currency – to name just a few of the uses for the word.

Itinerary

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Day Port Country/island Arrival Departure Places you can visit on this voyage*

28.01.2024 Sydney Australia – 20:00 Embarkation from 15:00 to 17:00. This is the starting point for our spectacular and highly memorable inland tour to Uluru. 29.01.2024 Eden Australia 12:30 23:30 Throughout the 18th century, Eden in Australia was famous for its whaling. Today you can stand on the beach and watch these fascinating sea creatures.

30.01.2024 Look forward to an exciting and entertaining time at sea.

31.01.2024 Melbourne Australia 07:00 18:00 Melbourne is a colourful concoction of everything we Europeans associate with Australian culture. A vibrant art community, plenty of cultural life, finest cuisine, snug wine bars and people that smile as warmly as the sunshine!

01.02.2024 Burnie Australia/ Tasmania 10:00 18:00

02.02.2024 Port Arthur Hobart Australia/ Tasmania 14:00 22:30 19:00 –In Burnie, in the north-west of Tasmania, you will meet the world’s smallest penguins. Keep your eyes peeled for the baby penguins that will be hatching right at this time of year! In Port Arthur, you can visit one of Tasmania’s best-known attractions: the Open Air Museum, located in a former prison.

03.02.2024 Hobart Australia/

Tasmania – 17:00 Prepare to be enchanted by the small town of Hobart with its many nature attractions. Here you will also encounter gutsy little Tasmanian devils!

04.02.2024–05.02.2024 Look forward to an exciting and entertaining time at sea.

06.02.2024–07.02.2024 Cruise through the fjords of New Zealand. (Milford Sound, Doubtful Sound, Dusky Sound or Thompson Sound – Captain’s choice).

08.02.2024 Stewart Island New Zealand 08:00 18:00

On arrival on Stewart Island, you will have the chance to explore New Zealand’s largest National Park. Look out for kiwis, the iconic national symbol of New Zealand! 09.02.2024 Port Chalmers New Zealand 08:00 18:00 Port Chalmers will enchant you with its magical atmosphere. Soak up the charisma of this picturesque seaport with its galleries, cafés and shops. 10.02.2024 Timaru New Zealand 07:00 19:00 During our stop in Timaru, you can relax on the beach at Caroline Bay or explore the town with its botanical gardens, bird park and museum.

11.02.2024 Lyttelton (Christchurch) New Zealand 07:00 18:00

We will take the 111-year old tram to visit Christchurch, the largest town on South Island. Enjoy a leisurely English-style shopping spree and relax on a canal cruise up the River Avon. 12.02.2024 Wellington New Zealand 07:00 18:30 Wellington is famous for its restaurants and bars. And do not forget to enjoy the views from Mount Victoria! 13.02.2024 Napier New Zealand 11:00 21:00 The city of Napier is a perfect example of finest Art Deco style. Soak up the atmosphere and allow the architecture to whisk you back in time to the 1930s!

14.02.2024 Cruise past White Island.

15.02.2024 Tauranga New Zealand 07:00 18:00 The name says it all in the Bay of Plenty: Tauranga beckons with a whole host of coastal adventures, from sailing boat trips to dolphin watching excursions. 16.02.2024 Bay of Islands New Zealand 09:00 18:00 Compiled of no fewer than 144 different islands, the Bay of Islands is one of New Zealand’s most appealing destinations.

17.02.2024 Auckland New Zealand 08:00 – Disembarkation by 09:00.

RECOMMENDED EXCURSION

We highly recommend Route R7 with the Sydney & Uluru overland programme. For more information, please see page 147. Pre- and post-cruise programme Sydney or Auckland Page 149

Port of embarkation VASCO DA GAMA lies at anchor Overland programme

*The excursions described here represent a small selection of our shore tours. Before your trip begins, we will send you a full list of all the excursions we offer. You must book any excursions you wish to join at least six weeks before the start of your trip. Payment is due on board. Arrival and departure times are scheduled target times. It may become necessary to change the timetable. The captain will decide on the best course depending on circumstances and weather conditions. Times, itineraries and excursions are subject to change. Shore excursions are usually accompanied by either German or English-speaking tour guides. For our English clients we offer a selection of English excursions, these are subject to availability and minimum numbers. **per person