CRUISE & TOUR HOLIDAYS
OCEAN & RIVER 2026-2027
Two extraordinary holidays in one
Wendy Wu’s Cruise & Tour Holidays combine the best of the world’s ocean & river cruises with our award-winning touring itineraries to create unforgettable holidays. Our fully inclusive touring ethos, where everything is taken care of, is the perfect match for a carefree voyage to the exotic corners of the world. With our carefully chosen cruise partners, we’ve curated unique journeys that weave together inspirational cruise itineraries with our most popular tours providing you with the absolute best of both worlds.
Sail in Style
If you’ve not cruised before, you’re in for a real treat. Travelling in style, only having to unpack just the once, modern cruise ships provide accommodation, dining and bar choices that outshine any hotel. Add the huge choice of entertainment, leisure and relaxation options available and you’ll begin to understand why cruising is so popular.
Experience
award-winning touring
Where the ocean ends we begin. Connecting seamlessly with your cruise, the land element of your holiday will take you places cruise ships just cannot reach. Fully escorted by our renowned National Escorts all the way, we’ll show you the iconic attractions and hidden gems, immersing you in the local culture the way only we can.
What’s included?
On your Wendy Wu Cruise & Tour Holiday everything you need for an unforgettable holiday is included beginning with return flights from New Zealand and all connecting transfers. Cruises include outside staterooms (no inside cabins for us!), dining, drinks, onboard entertainment and gratuities whilst your land touring includes 4* hotels, all meals, touring with guides, sightseeing and entrance fees.
Flights, accommodation, meals, touring, trains, cruises, evening shows, amazing guides & visas ...we include it all! EXCEPTIONAL
YOUR PREFERRED TRAVEL AGENT
China by Land, Japan by Sea
20 day Classic Cruise & Tour
Journey from China to Japan, and back again, on this Far Eastern expedition. Explore fascinating China on a Wendy Wu Tours land itinerary, followed by an ocean cruise onboard the spectacular Royal Caribbean Spectrum of the Seas. Contrast the history and culture of these two ancient nations and see their biggest treasures, from the Great Wall to Kyoto’s timeless temples.
$9,480pp FROM twin share
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
• Walk on the Great Wall of China
• Face the Terracotta Warriors
• Meet the Giant Pandas of Chengdu
• Visit Tokyo, Osaka and Kyoto
• 8 night Royal Caribbean ocean cruise from Shanghai to Shanghai AIRFARES INCLUDEDQ
*Price applies to 01 Sep 2026 departure.
Best of China and Japan by Land & Sea
25 day Classic Cruise & Tour
Explore these two ancient nations starting with a land adventure across China, from the pandas of Chengdu to capital Beijing. Then fly to Tokyo, to continue the adventure onboard the Celebrity Millennium. Immerse yourself in the age-old history and culture of each country, exploring iconic sights like the Great Wall and the Terracotta Warriors, Mount Fuji and Kyoto’s temples.
$17,280pp FROM twin share
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
• Meet the Giant Pandas
• Encounter the Terracotta Army
• Walk on the Great Wall
• Visit Tokyo, Kyoto, Kochi & Nagasaki
• 11 night Celebrity ocean cruise from Tokyo to Tokyo
Japan by Land & Sea
24 day Classic Cruise & Tour
Explore the highlights of Japan on a culture-packed tour! You’ll begin by discovering the wonders of Tokyo, Mount Fuji and Kyoto, before boarding your Azamara cruise to circumnavigate Japan’s largest island, Honshu, and delving even deeper into its history and culture. Cruise & Tour journeys bring together the joy of a cruise with all the exciting exploration of a Wendy Wu Tours land itinerary.
$27,280pp FROM twin share
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
• Explore historic Kyoto
• Bullet train to see the snow monkeys
• Visit iconic Mount Fuji and Tokyo
• Travel round the coast of Japan
• 13 night Azamara ocean cruise from Tokyo to Kobe
*Price applies to 20 Mar 2026 departure.
China by Rail, Japan by Sea
29 day Classic Cruise & Tour
Travel across China by high-speed train, taking in the must-see sights as you go before cruising aboard the Norwegian Jade from Hong Kong to Japan via Hong Kong. On this holiday you’ll stand on the Great Wall, face the Terracotta Army and see the adorable giant pandas up close before setting sail to Taiwan and then Japan, to see Mount Fuji, explore Kyoto and Tokyo and much more.
$18,980pp FROM twin share
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
• See the Great Wall & Terracotta Army
• Meet the Giant Pandas of Chengdu
• Cruise the scenic Li River
• Visit the sights of Taiwan and Japan
• 11 night Norwegian Jade ocean cruise from Hong Kong to Tokyo
*Price applies to 08 Feb 2027 departure.
Beijing to Singapore
26 day Classic Cruise & Tour
An expedition across Asia, by land and sea. On this tour you’ll travel from the rich history of Beijing, through China to Hong Kong on the land part of the adventure, before boarding the elegant Celebrity Solstice for your cruise around the coast of Southeast Asia, stopping off at key destinations en route, to reach the marvellous modern metropolis of Singapore.
$17,280pp FROM
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
• Explore Beijing and the Great Wall
• Visit the Terracotta Army & Giant Pandas
• Spend time in Hong Kong
• Visit Vietnam, Thailand & Singapore
• 12 night Celebrity ocean cruise from Hong Kong to Singapore AIRFARES INCLUDEDQ
Japan by Rail & Sea
23 day Classic Cruise & Tour
Experience the incredible sights and rich culture of Japan on this exploration of the archipelago by land and by sea. Visiting big cities like Kyoto and Tokyo and heading a little more off the tourist trail in Hiroshima, Okayama and Nagoya, you’ll travel by bullet train before boarding your Celebrity Millennium cruise ship to explore Japan further.
$23,880pp FROM twin share
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
• Explore historic Kyoto
• Wander the magical Korakuen
• Visit Mijajima and Okayama
• Cruise the coast of Japan to South Korea
• 12 night Celebrity ocean cruise from Tokyo to Tokyo
*Price
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PLANE BOAT TRAIN
Osaka to Seoul
23 day Classic Cruise & Tour
Discover the Japanese islands of Honshu and Kyushu, with the added bonus of South Korea, on this wonderful Far East exploration. Here your magnificent Celebrity Millenium cruise and fascinating Wendy Wu Tour on land will showcase Japan’s history, culture and nature in a little more depth, before you cruise over to South Korea to call on the vibrant cities of Busan and Seoul.
$18,480pp FROM twin share
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
• Discover the history of Kyoto
• Visit iconic Mount Fuji and Tokyo
• See the snow monkeys
• Explore Hiroshima and Nagasaki
• Visit Busan and Seoul in South Korea
• 12 night Celebrity ocean cruise from Tokyo to Seoul
*Price applies to 07 May 2026 departure.
Japan & South Korea Explored
23 day Classic Cruise & Tour
Explore the delights of South Korea’s capital city Seoul, the paradise island of Jeju and the Japanese islands of Honshu and Kyushu, on this wonderful Far East exploration. Your magnificent Norwegian Jade cruise and Wendy Wu Tours land tour will take you through vibrant Seoul and Jeju Island before exploring Japan’s history, culture and nature in a little more depth.
$21,980pp FROM
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
• Discover timeless Kyoto
• Explore rural Japan
• Meet the snow monkeys
• See Mt Fuji and Tokyo
• 9 night Norwegian Jade ocean cruise from Tokyo to Seoul
India by Land, Southeast Asia by Sea
27 day Classic Cruise & Tour
Venture from the west of Asia to the East, passing through some of the continent’s booming cities and exploring history, culture and tradition. On this epic tour, you’ll explore India’s Golden Triangle by land before boarding your Celebrity Solstice in Singapore to cruise exciting destinations across Southeast Asia, finishing among the soaring skyscrapers of Hong Kong.
$17,990pp FROM twin share
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
• Visit the iconic Taj Majal
• Explore the ‘Pink City’ of Jaipur
• Search for tigers in Ranthambore
• See modern Singapore
• 12 night Celebrity ocean cruise from Singapore to Hong Kong
*Price applies to 27 Jan 2027 departure.
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Japan & South Korea by Land & Sea
25 day Classic Cruise & Tour
Explore the delights of South Korea & the Japanese islands of Honshu and Kyushu, on this epic Far East exploration. On this adventure, your Celebrity Millennium cruise and Wendy Wu Tours land itinerary will take you through vibrant Seoul and Jeju Island before exploring Japan’s history, culture and nature.
$21,580pp FROM twin share
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
• Explore Seoul and charming Jeju Island
• Visit Kumamoto and Kagoshima
• Reflect in Hiroshima
• Enjoy Osaka’s culinary delights
• See Mt Fuji, Tokyo and snow monkeys
• 12 night Celebrity ocean cruise from Seoul to Tokyo
*Price
Borneo & Beyond
27 day Classic Cruise & Tour
Explore the wonders of Southeast Asia on a far-reaching adventure across this magical region. From Hong Kong, cruise aboard the Norwegian Jade across Southeast Asia, stopping to explore ports on the Philippines, Brunei, Vietnam and Thailand until you reach Singapore. From there, discover spectacular Borneo where glorious nature waits to be explored.
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
• Explore cosmopolitan Hong Kong
• Meet orangutans in Sepilok
• Discover Kinabalu National Park
• See Singapore’s historic neighbourhoods
• 13 night Norwegian Jade ocean cruise from Singapore to Hong Kong
Beyond the Brahmaputra
18 day Classic River Cruise & Tour
Starting in Kolkata, exploring colonial landmarks and bustling markets before heading to the Himalayas where stunning monasteries and breathtaking mountain views await. Discover the colonial charm of Darjeeling before travelling to Guwahati, where you’ll set sail on a luxury riverboat, cruising through the Indian state of Assam and exploring its nature, culture and unique heritage.
$13,880pp FROM twin share
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
• Explore the sights of Kolkata
• Discover beautiful Darjeeling
• Enjoy a Kanchenjunga sunrise
• Safari in Kaziranga National Park
AIRFARES INCLUDEDQ
INCLUDEDQ
*Christmas Beyond the Brahmaputra tour also available
• Relax on a 7 night boutique Brahmaputra river cruise AIRFARES INCLUDEDQ
*Price applies to 04 Apr 2026 departure.
Grand Mekong Odyssey
26 day Classic River Cruise & Tour
This epic 26-day journey is one of our most immersive and in-depth tours of Indochina, featuring a full seven nights of cruising on the Mekong plus two nights cruising in Halong Bay. With two cruises, a breathtaking coastal rail journey and even a meeting with a war veteran, this itinerary showcases Vietnam and Cambodia at their most personal and authentic.
$13,680pp FROM twin share
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
• Enjoy a scenic rail journey
• Meet a Vietnamese war veteran
• 2 night Halong Bay cruise
• Soak up Ninh Binh’s rural beauty
• Visit a Buddhist meditation centre
•7 night Victoria Mekong river cruise
*Price applies to 09 Sep 2026 departure.
Antarctica & Latin Wonders
21 day Classic Cruise & Tour
Cross the last frontier of travel on an expedition into the wilds of Antarctica aboard the MS Fridtjof Nansen (HX Hurtigruten Expeditions), coupled with an exciting Wendy Wu Tours land itinerary. Experience two of South America’s greatest cities – Rio and Buenos Aires – and the raw power of Iguazu Falls before heading south into the utterly remote wilderness of the ‘White Continent’, on this truly once-in-a-lifetime adventure.
$44,580pp FROM twin share
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
• Explore dynamic Rio de Janeiro
• See the stunning Iguazu Falls
• Visit Buenos Aires and the pampas
• Cross legendary Drake Passage on your 10 night ocean cruise to Antarctica
*Price applies to 12 Jan 2027 departure.
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Christmas on the Mekong
20 day Classic River Cruise & Tour
Celebrate Christmas with an unforgettable journey through Southeast Asia. Visit the aweinspiring temples of Angkor, then embark on a magical seven-night cruise along the Mekong, waking on Christmas morning to a sunrise over the water. Continue your adventure through Vietnam, from vibrant Saigon to the lantern-lit charm of Hoi An, before ending with a serene overnight cruise on Halong Bay.
$13,280pp FROM twin share
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
• Admire the temples of Angkor
• Celebrate Christmas on a 7 night Victoria Mekong river cruise
• Visit charming Hoi An
• Explore bustling Saigon and Hanoi
*Price applies to 20 Dec 2026 departure.
Antarctica, Falklands & Latin Wonders
25 day Classic Cruise & Tour Venture into the ‘White Continent’, on this once-in-a-lifetime expedition into the wilds of Antarctica aboard the MS Roald Amundsen (HX Hurtigruten Expeditions), coupled with an exciting Wendy Wu Tours land itinerary. Discover the wonders of Rio de Janeiro, Iguazu Falls and Buenos Aires as you make your way south to the ‘End of the World’ to embark on your Antarctic adventure, returning via the beautiful Falkland Islands.
$46,480pp FROM twin share
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
• Explore dynamic Rio de Janeiro
• See the stunning Iguazu Falls
• Visit Buenos Aires and the pampas
• Cross legendary Drake Passage on your 14 night ocean cruise to Antarctica and the Falkland Islands
*Price applies to 28 Feb 2027 departure.
OUR CRUISE PARTNERS
ROYAL CARIBBEAN INTERNATIONAL
Royal Caribbean International has been delivering innovation at sea since its launch in 1969. Each successive class of ships is a record-breaking architectural marvel that revolutionises holidays with the latest technology. Today, the cruise line continues to dial up the guest experience for adventurous travellers, offering bold onboard thrills, spectacular dining options, breathtaking entertainment and world-class accommodation.
CELEBRITY CRUISES
Celebrity is different. As in “you’ll never want to vacation any other way” kind of different. Every detail is elevated beyond what you ever thought a vacation could be. You’ll enjoy the intimate feel and thoughtful service of a smaller ship, the variety and excitement of a bigger one, and experiences you won’t find anywhere else. So, if you want to explore the world or get away from it for a little while, Nothing Comes Close to Celebrity Cruises.
AIRFARES INCLUDEDQ
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AZAMARA
Since 2010, Azamara has delivered a unique way to travel that they call Destination Immersion experiences. Their intimate, club-like ships can fit in smaller ports bigger vessels can’t visit, and you’ll experience destinations that aren’t even on the map for other cruises. With smaller ports, longer stays, and more overnights than other cruise lines, Azamara makes it easier than ever to be immersed in the heart of local cultures in the ports they visit.
NORWEGIAN CRUISE
LINES
More to see. More to do. More to enjoy. On a holiday with NCL, there’s always more to experience. Explore more iconic destinations around the globe and savour every bite at more than 20 world-class restaurants. Enjoy more exclusive activities and more award-winning entertainment on board. And with a crew that’s dedicated to personalised service, you’ll always feel welcomed and pampered- making for a truly unforgettable holiday.