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Cunard
Queen Elizabeth
Australia and New Zealand
Sydney, Australia
Sydney, Australia
17 nights
06/01/2025
17616831
Hotel
Flight
Itinerary & Map
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United KingdomFlight to Sydney, Australia with major airline
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Sydney, AustraliaOvernight stay in a hotel
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Sydney, AustraliaOvernight stay in a hotel
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Sydney, AustraliaOvernight stay in a hotel
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Sydney, AustraliaEmbarkment
19:00
depart 19:00
The vibrant cultural capital of Australia, Sydney is a must-see city for anyone visiting the Land Down Under. From the silhouette of its iconic opera house perched on the edge of the water to the idyllic green hills of the Blue Mountains sprawling from the city, Sydney is guaranteed to capture your heart. With its pristine beaches, landmark architecture, and charming islands, you may never want to leave Sydney Harbor - but venture outside the city and you'll be rewarded with a world of incredible nature just waiting to be discovered.
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Queen Charlotte Sound, New Zealand
15:00
18:00
arrive 15:00depart 18:00
The Queen Charlotte Sound is the easternmost of the estuaries of New Zealand's South Island of and it empties into the Cook Strait.
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New Plymouth, New Zealand
08:00
18:00
arrive 08:00depart 18:00
New Plymouth is the major city of the Taranaki Region on the west coast of the North Island of New Zealand. Notable features are the botanic gardens, the 11 km Coastal Walkway alongside the Tasman Sea, the Len Lye-designed 45-metre-tall artwork known as the Wind Wand, Paritutu Rock, and views of Mount Taranaki/Egmont.
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Wellington, New Zealand
08:00
18:00
arrive 08:00depart 18:00
The capital of New Zealand, Wellington is a charming, coastal city with a number of cultural centers and landmarks disproportionate to its size. Its picturesque crescent-shaped harbor is the perfect place for a pleasant walk on a calm day, or you can explore the surrounding countryside on a guided tour – a landscape you just might recognize from New Zealand’s most famous fantasy film trilogy, The Lord of the Rings.
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Napier, New Zealand
08:00
21:00
arrive 08:00depart 21:00
The main city in New Zealand’s Hawkes Bay region, Napier is a charming town built in the distinctive Art Deco style of the 1930s. Classic cars, vintage clothing and stunning design await if you choose to tour the city’s historical quarter. Napier is also a great destination for kids, with an aquarium, a technology museum, and a petting zoo all providing great activities for families. Grown-up travelers may prefer to spend the day touring a winery, and adventurous travelers won’t want to miss a day trip to Te Mata Park with its redwood forests and limestone cliffs.
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Auckland, New Zealand
07:00
20:00
arrive 07:00depart 20:00
New Zealand is home to more than just beautiful landscapes and hobbits. A melting pot of different cultures, its blend of European, Pacific Islander, and indigenous Māori heritage give the island its unique charm. To get a real sense of the colonial, geographic, and indigenous forces that have shaped this city, be sure to check out the Auckland Museum, located in the heart of the city. Nature lovers might find themselves more drawn to the volcanoes, beaches, and caves nearby.
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Bay of Islands, New Zealand
08:00
18:00
arrive 08:00depart 18:00
The Bay of Islands is a sweeping sub-region of northern New Zealand. The enormous inlet holds 144 islands and dozens of cities and towns, each more charming than the last. Breathtaking waterfalls, beautiful rainforests, and clear waters teeming with marine life await, and the region also has a fascinating history marked by clashes between the colonists and the region’s indigenous Māori people.
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Sydney, AustraliaDisembarkment
06:30
arrive 06:30
The vibrant cultural capital of Australia, Sydney is a must-see city for anyone visiting the Land Down Under. From the silhouette of its iconic opera house perched on the edge of the water to the idyllic green hills of the Blue Mountains sprawling from the city, Sydney is guaranteed to capture your heart. With its pristine beaches, landmark architecture, and charming islands, you may never want to leave Sydney Harbor - but venture outside the city and you'll be rewarded with a world of incredible nature just waiting to be discovered.
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United KingdomFlight to United Kingdom with major airline
Cruise1st Package# 17616831
New Zealand from Sydney
17 nights, 8 ports with the Queen Elizabeth
Services
Services Included:
Return flight from UK to Sydney
3 Nights Hotel Stay in Sydney
Cruise inclusions
All shipboard main meals (excluding specialty restaurants)
Accommodation in the stateroom category of your choice