Natural New Zealand & Tasmania Treats

Bask in the tranquility of New Zealand's Bay of Islands, exploring the beautiful beaches, marine life, boutique beach towns and natural land formations. Explore the surrounding Far North by car, there is scenic beauty at every turn. Leisurely make your way back to Auckland to indulge in the cities culuture, cuisine and impecable wines. Soak up some of the history at the Auckland Museum before cruising your way down the New Zealand coastline to the Fiords then on to Tasmania, Melbourne and Sydney.

Your Fly, Stay, Cruise Package Includes:

• $300 Air credit per person
• 5 Day car hire in a Toyota Corolla Auto or similar Auckland return, inclusive rate
• 1 Night accommodation in Takapuna, Auckland
• 4 Nights accommodation in Paihia, Bay of Islands
• Cape Reinga via Ninety Mile Beach Tour with Lunch
• Hole in the Rock Cruise with Island Stopover
• 3 Nights accommodation in Britomart, Auckland
• Waiheke Island Wine Tasting Tour with Lunch
• 12 Day cruise from Auckland to Sydney onboard the Norwegian Spirit
• BONUS: Drinks Package, Specialty Dining Package, Wi-Fi & Shore Excursion Credit
• All onboard meals in complimentary dining venues & selected non-alcoholic beverages
• A wide range of onboard activities & entertainment
• Port charges & prepaid gratuities onboard your cruises

***Rate is based on twin share for travel 19 January - 8 February 2023. Other dates available for similar itineraries, a surcharge may apply.***

Hole in the Rock with Island Stopover Cruise
See some of the Bay of Island's most scenic highlights on a four-hour cruise around its sheltered waters. Travel along the Cape Brett Peninsula to the historic lighthouse at its end and see the famous Hole in the Rock. If conditions permit, we we will cruise right through the hole! You will also spend some time on the island of the day – we will choose the best of the bunch for you to explore, depending on the conditions. Relax on the beach or stroll around the island to drink in the views of this breathtaking region.

Cape Reinga via Ninety Mile Beach Including Lunch
A Cape Reinga tour for those who wish to spend time enjoying the magnificent natural wonders of the North. You will be over-awed by the grandeur of the mighty Kauri trees, the expanse of Ninety Mile Beach and the mystique of Cape Reinga. Includes numerous stops for scenic highlights and activities starting with an easy twenty minute boardwalk through the Puketi Kauri Forest. Next we thunder along Ninety Mile Beach to the top of New Zealand and wander out to the lighthouse. Ride our sand sledges if you dare! Take a swim and dig for shellfish. See the picturesque village of Mangonui.

Waiheke Island Wine Tasting Tour
Known as ‘New Zealand’s Island of Wine’, Waiheke has become home to a dedicated group of award-winning wine producers. With a unique micro-climate and the winemakers’ philosophy of “small is beautiful”, Waiheke has produced some of New Zealand’s most prestigious wines. On this tour, you will visit three of Waiheke’s top vineyards and sample a range of their wines. Along the way enjoy a commentated scenic drive, learning about the Island’s history, geography, people and culture from your knowledgeable local guide. After your wine tasting experience sit back, relax and enjoy a lunch and a glass of Waiheke wine or beer at a local favorite before heading back to the ferry.

Takapuna
A vibrant beachside destination Takapuna encompasses the best of everything – a relaxed beach atmosphere, designer shopping, a thriving hospitality scene with a huge variety of cafés, restaurants and bars with simply stunning views out across a white sand beach to the Hauraki Gulf and iconic Rangitoto Island. Walk the historic ‘lava’ trail along the beach foreshore, paddle board or kayak at the beach or choose to relax by Lake Pupuke, Auckland’s only fresh water lake.

Auckland
This vibrant city is well known as the City of Sails for its unique twin harbours, that are home to more than 500,000 sail boats and an endless number of beaches. You’ll be within a 30-minute drive from the ocean where ever you are in the city. Adding to Auckland’s fascinating identity are the 48 volcanic cones settled amongst the city. Visit one of these craters for 360° views of Auckland and beyond.

There is more to explore, with about 50 islands in the Auckland region. Visit Waiheke Island for a haven of beautiful vineyards, olive groves, and farmland or Rangitoto for great hikes, native wildlife and water activities. Retreat to the mainland to a waterfront restaurant for mouthwatering bites and gorgeous marina views, filled to the brim with spectacular yachts.

Bay Of Islands
This subtropical destination is home to clear blue waters, soft sandy beaches and an abundance of wildlife. Soak up the sun, or stroll around to drink in the views of this breathtaking region. Your Bay of Islands cruise will travel along Cape Brett Peninsula to the historic lighthouse and the famous Hole in the Rock before spending some time on the island of the day! Don’t forget to visit the Treaty of Waitangi to clue up on a milestone in New Zealand history and culture.

Tauranga
Set on the beautiful Bay of Plenty and indeed there are plenty of things to do. Head to the beach or discover Tauranga's lovely parks and rich history. Visit a village buried by a volcanic eruption and captured in a moment of time - a fascinating yet moving experience. Explore Hell's Gate, an aptly named geothermal park with boiling pools, fantastic geysers and mud baths, the largest of which is Poutamu, "the stairway to heaven."

Napier
Gorgeously preserved 1930’s architecture is what separates Napier from the rest. Street after street offers beautifully restored Art Deco buildings, making it one of the most famous complete collections of Art Deco buildings in the world. During your stroll around the city you’ll also see more than 50 walls with magnificent painted murals. Head just out of town for superb wine tasting and vineyards.

Wellington
Recently named “the coolest little capital in the world” by Lonely Planet. Surrounded by nature, and fueled by creative energy. You’ll experience quirky and unique everywhere you go, from the funky street cafés and markets to the museums and art galleries. Ride the cable car to Kelburn for amazing views, walk the Makara Peak track or admire the waterfront.

Akaroa
This small town is the only French settlement in New Zealand and accommodates historic buildings, a magnificent harbour and exquisite locally sourced food. Explore this town by foot, visit Barrys Bay Cheese where original methods have been preserved for over a century, stroll past the historic cottages or head to the harbour to witness the dolphins, penguins and fur seals in their natural environment.

Dunedin
Known as the Edinburgh of New Zealand, this city proudly showcases its Scottish heritage. Explore the Otago University campus for unique student culture and history. Head out to the Otago Peninsula where the views are endless and you can encounter some unique wildlife, such as the Northern Royal Albatross and the rarest penguin colonies in their natural habitat. Experience Larnach Castle and the exciting, sometimes scandalous, sometimes tragic history, its magnificent carved ceilings, New Zealand antiques and breathtaking views. Larnach Castle offers you a vision of the past and present.

Fiordland National Park (The Sounds)
One of the most dramatically beautiful destinations in New Zealand, where the air is fresh and the water is crisp. This mind-blowing landscape was carved by glaciers 100,000 years ago and today show cases waterfalls cascading hundreds of metres into the Fjords, surrounded by almost vertical mountains where rainforest clings, and deep blue water teeming with wildlife.

Melbourne
Once the richest city in the world thanks to a gold rush, Melbourne is Australia's cultural capital with striking architecture, chic galleries and boutiques. Wave at a wallaby or get close to a koala at a wildlife park. Feel closer to the land on a ride on the Puffing Billy steam locomotive through the mountains and countryside.

Burnie
A community of artisans on the northwest coast of Tasmania, Burnie has long a history as a community that makes things, with locally crafted European-style cheeses, fine papers, ceramics and single-malt whisky. Surrounded by accessible wilderness areas, in Burnie you can still get a glimpse of little penguins and the platypus, a duck-billed mammal, in the wild. The vibrant shopping district spills onto the beach where you can sit down at a café and watch the world slow down for a little while.

Eden
The town's name reflects what you will indeed find in Eden - a beautiful natural wonderland. Situated on the rugged coastline of Australia's New South Wales, Eden is nestled among national parks, wilderness areas and enticing beaches. It's one of Australia's best locations for oyster farming, so bring your appetite. Eden and its surrounding landscapes offer an abundance of outdoor activities on the water and by land.

Sydney
Sydney's harbour is the hub from which there's much to see and do. You'll want to explore this area, home of the iconic Opera House. Admire the skyline, swim at a harbour beach or cross the Sydney Harbour Bridge. Grab your sunblock and towel and spend the day on world-famous Bondi Beach, or take a scenic walk on the coast from Bondi to Coogee Beach. The Rocks district is a shopper's mecca offering a wide variety of goods, from woodcrafts and unique art to outback fashions.

Prices listed are per person in Australian/New Zealand Dollars, based on twin occupancy, including all discounts unless otherwise stated. The offer is subject to availability at time of booking and shown on the lowest suite category available at the time. Fares are capacity controlled and are subject to change at any time without notice. Prices/Offers are correct as at 09 November 2021 and can be withdrawn without notice. Cabin categories include prepaid government fees and port taxes unless otherwise stated.  Hotels may charge resort fees not included in this package, payable direct upon check in. Visas are not included.  Air credit is applicable on airline of choice, subject to availability and subject to the carriers’ flight schedules and conditions. Payments made by credit card will incur a surcharge.