Treasures of Captain Cook - Roundtrip Sydney Cruise

Day 1 - Sydney

Arrive: Sat 25 January 2025 / Depart: Sat 25 January 2025 at 17:00

Visit the famous Opera House, stroll along the harbor or cruise around it. Climb the Harbor Bridge, take a walk through the Rocks where Sydney began, or enjoy celebrated Bondi Beach. Head into the beautiful Blue Mountains for a taste of the country; visit a wildlife park and enjoy Australia’s fabulously unique creatures.

Day 2 - Tasman Sea Cruising

Day 3 - Tasman Sea Cruising

Day 4 - Bay of Islands

Arrive: Tue 28 January 2025 at 14:00

Relish the opportunities in this natural playground as you observe flying dolphins, gannets and blue penguins. The diving is renowned as some of the best in the world. Visit the historic Waitangi Treaty House, where the founding document of New Zealand was signed.

Day 4 - Bay of Islands

Depart: Tue 28 January 2025

Relish the opportunities in this natural playground as you observe flying dolphins, gannets and blue penguins. The diving is renowned as some of the best in the world. Visit the historic Waitangi Treaty House, where the founding document of New Zealand was signed.

Day 5 - Auckland

Arrive: Wed 29 January 2025 at 09:00 / Depart: Wed 29 January 2025 at 19:00

Enjoy this beautiful city, its enormous parks and spectacular views from Mount Eden. Learn about Maori culture; visit the famed Waitomo Glowworm Caves and their fantastic formations. Or head for the coast and the crashing surf, see a gannet colony and admire the sheep farms along the way. Visit an area vineyard or one of sixty volcanoes

Day 6 - Tauranga

Arrive: Thu 30 January 2025 at 07:00 / Depart: Thu 30 January 2025 at 16:00

Discover Tauranga's lovely parks and history or head to Rotorua with its fabulous geysers, hot springs and Maori culture. Explore the Rangitaiki River and its amazing scenery.

Day 7 - Napier, New Zealand

Arrive: Fri 31 January 2025 at 11:00 / Depart: Fri 31 January 2025 at 19:00

Spend time admiring the marvelous Art Deco architecture for which Napier is known. Enjoy the picturesque countryside, tour superb area vineyards and sample the vintages. Visit a huge nesting colony of gannets near the spot where Captain Cook landed.

Day 8 - Picton, NZ

Arrive: Sat 01 February 2025 at 12:01 / Depart: Sat 01 February 2025 at 20:00

Built around a sheltered harbor, Picton boasts a picturesque seafront lined with cafés, restaurants and galleries. Popular attractions include a floating maritime museum and an aquarium. Local operators offer cruising tours, fishing, dolphin watching and sea kayaking. A beautiful local attraction, the Queen Charlotte Track is navigable on foot or bike. From Picton guests can also explore the scenic Marlborough Sounds.

Day 9 - Akaroa

Arrive: Sun 02 February 2025 at 10:00 / Depart: Sun 02 February 2025 at 19:00

Take your time to soak in the magic of this little piece of paradise. Nestled in the heart of an ancient volcano, you will find the largest little penguin colonies on mainland New Zealand. Sea kayak amidst the scenic surroundings and keep your eyes open for the rarest and smallest variety of marine dolphins. A quiet and peaceful place, it is the perfect spot to unwind and enjoy walking paths, cycle tours, wildlife cruises, sailing and yachting.

Day 10 - Dunedin, New Zealand

Arrive: Mon 03 February 2025 at 07:00 / Depart: Mon 03 February 2025 at 17:00

Discover the rugged, beautiful Otago Peninsula, filled with geological wonders, and gaze in awe at the great albatross with its 10-foot wingspan. Keep an eye out for fur seals and yellow-eyed penguins sunbathing on the rocks. Enjoy the amazing views and the enchanting gardens that surround the historic 19th century Larnach Castle. Splendid Victorian and Edwardian stone buildings are a highlight of a tour of Dunedin.

Day 11 - Cruising the Fjords of Milford Sound

Day 12 - Cruising the Fjords of Milford Sound

Day 13 - Cruising the Fjords of Milford Sound

Day 14 - Melbourne

Arrive: Fri 07 February 2025 at 13:00

Head into the scenic Dandenong Mountains and ride the Puffing Billy steam train through the forest. Meet the koalas, wallabies and more at a wildlife park or explore local wineries. Take a walk and discover the city's marvelous architecture, chic galleries and boutiques.

Day 15 - Melbourne

Depart: Sat 08 February 2025 at 18:00

Head into the scenic Dandenong Mountains and ride the Puffing Billy steam train through the forest. Meet the koalas, wallabies and more at a wildlife park or explore local wineries. Take a walk and discover the city's marvelous architecture, chic galleries and boutiques.

Day 16 - Tasman Sea Cruising

Day 17 - Sydney

Arrive: Mon 10 February 2025 at 08:00 / Depart: Mon 10 February 2025

Visit the famous Opera House, stroll along the harbor or cruise around it. Climb the Harbor Bridge, take a walk through the Rocks where Sydney began, or enjoy celebrated Bondi Beach. Head into the beautiful Blue Mountains for a taste of the country; visit a wildlife park and enjoy Australia’s fabulously unique creatures.