Sydney & New Zealand Cruise | March 20, 2026
Join us for a 12-night Sydney & New Zealand Cruise aboard the Anthem of the Seas starting at $3,698* from Los Angeles on March 20, 2026! You'll see Sydney, Tauranga, Napier, Wellington, Lyttleton, the Bay of Islands, and enjoy a scenic cruise through the stunning landscapes of Dusky, Doubtful, Milford Sounds and much more!
Note:
- Australian Tourist Visa for US Citizens is 20 AUD when you do it online through the Australian Government's website: https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/electronic-travel-authority-601
- The New Zealand Electronic Travel Authority document that US Citizen's need $14 if they do it on the New Zealand Government's website: https://nzeta.immigration.govt.nz/
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What's Included
- All Inclusive Pricing
- Fuel Surcharges and Gov't Taxes
- International Airfare
- Entrance and Program Fees
- Meals on Ship
- Select Shore Excursions
- Cruise
- Overseas Transfers
- Administrative Fee
Daily Itinerary
Day 1 MARCH 20 - DEPART THE USA
Depart the USA & Cross the International Dateline
Day 2 MARCH 21 - DEPART THE USA
Depart the USA & Cross the International Dateline
Day 3 MARCH 22 - SYDNEY
Arrive in Sydney, Australia and make your way to the port to board the Anthem of the Seas.
Day 4 MARCH 23 - AT SEA
Enjoy your free day at sea.
Day 5 MARCH 24 - AT SEA
Enjoy your free day at sea.
Day 6 MARCH 25 - BAY OF ISLANDS
Look up — the Bay of Islands is said to have the world's second bluest sky after Rio de Janeiro. Located on the northwestern coast of New Zealand's North Island, the sea here is also a beautiful shade of turquoise, dotted with 144 subtropical islands of the area. Cruise to Bay of Islands and check out Urupukapuka Island, where you can hike through Maori village sites or relax on the white-sand beach. Visit the Waitangi Treaty Grounds — this is the site where the treaty that made New Zealand into its own nation was signed. Or head out on a dolphin spotting cruise to see the population of bottlenose dolphins that call these waters home.
Day 7 MARCH 26 - TAURANGA
It's hobbit enthusiast's dream come true in Tauranga. This town on the Bay of Plenty, perched on New Zealand's North Island, is just a short trek from the rolling hills of Waikato — this is where you'll find Hobbiton, the location that served as the Shire in the uber-popular "Lord of the Rings" movies. But the fantastic findings of Tauranga don't end there. Cruise to Tauranga and take the one-hour drive to Rotorua, a geothermal fairyland where you can soak in the rejuvenating waters of the natural hot springs.
Day 8 MARCH 27 - NAPIER
On the eastern side of New Zealand's North Island sits Napier, in Hawke's Bay. The entire city was rebuilt in the Art Deco style following an earthquake in 1931, giving Napier the best collection of authentic Art Deco buildings on the planet. Known for its wine, Napier boasts a cafe culture enjoyed year-round thanks to its sunny, Mediterranean-like climate. Nearby you can find the world's largest colony of gannets — a sleek, white sea bird known for its dramatic plunge-dive fish-catching technique — which can be viewed on a hike or a tractor ride on the beach.
Day 9 MARCH 28 - WELLINGTON
Wellington, New Zealand's capital, sits at the southern tip of the North Island, roughly the middle of the country. According to Maori legend, New Zealand's two main islands are associated with the god Maui; the South Island is his canoe and the North Island is the fish he caught. Wellington sits in that fish's mouth. Wellington is New Zealand's second-biggest city, after Auckland. Despite its smaller size, it has an abundance of cultural attractions like the National Library, National Archives, theaters and excellent museums. The city is also home to the country's film industry and is nicknamed Wellywood.
Day 10 MARCH 29 - LYTTLETON
Lyttelton lives up to the quaintness implied by its name, with a population of just under 3,000 people — but the welcoming town is home to big travel attractions and major beauty. Head into downtown Lyttelton to explore independent boutiques and a lively arts scene: Pop in for an afternoon theatre performance at the popular Lyttelton Arts Factory. Christchurch is just a 20-minute drive from the Lyttelton cruise port. Visit Christchurch and stroll through beautifully manicured Hagley Park or see Maori artifacts at the Canterbury Museum.
Day 11 MARCH 30 - DUNEDIN
On the southeast coast of New Zealand's South Island, on the Otago Peninsula, you'll find Dunedin. The city basks in its Scottish heritage — its name is actually the Gaelic word for Edinburgh. No Scottish city would be complete without a castle: Explore Dunedin's Larnach Castle and Gardens, a Gothic Revival mansion surrounded by impeccably manicured rows of rhododendrons, azaleas and Scottish heathers. Then, check out Baldwin Street, the world's steepest residential street. Cruise to Dunedin and explore St. Paul's Cathedral in the city's center, the Octagon. Or head to Taiaroa Head at the end of the Otago Peninsula, where unique wildlife abounds: Spot the rare yellow-eyed penguin, New Zealand fur seals and royal albatross.
Day 12 MARCH 31 - DUSKY, DOUBTFUL & MILFORD SOUNDS
Scenic Cruising. At 25 miles in length and five miles wide at its broadest, Dusky Sound is the largest and most spectacular fjord in Fjordland National Park. Captain Cook named Dusky Sound in 1770, as he sailed past its entrance at twilight. Three years later, he returned and stayed 47 days as his crew repaired and replenished his ship, Resolution, after sailing 11,000 nautical miles from Cape Town. You can still see evidence of his landfall at Astronomer’s Point, an overlook where the crew removed trees, so the ship’s astronomer could get a reading on the stars. Upon entering Dusky Sound, it’s customary to make a resolution as you sail past Resolution Island, named after Cook’s ship. Although technically not a sound (it’s a fjord), Doubtful Sound is the second longest in New Zealand and the country’s second most famous tourist attraction. It does, however, capture the top spot for being the deepest, at over 1,300 feet. Doubtful Sound is also home to fur seals, crested penguins, bottlenose dolphins and whales. Carved by ancient glaciers, Milford Sound, which is really a fjord, is the crown jewel of Fjordland National Park and a UNESCO World Heritage site. It is only nine miles long from its head to the open sea, but what it lacks in size, it makes up for in grandeur. Its vertical cliffs covered in verdant rainforests provide a breathtaking backdrop to thundering waterfalls, misty rainbows and the tannin-stained waters of the fjord. Below the surface is the largest population of black coral in the world.
Day 13 APRIL 1 - AT SEA
Enjoy your free day at sea.
Day 14 APRIL 2 - AT SEA
Enjoy your free day at sea.
Day 15 APRIL 3 - SYDNEY
Disembark in Sydney & return to the USA.
Departure Dates
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Friday, March 20, 2026From $3698*