28-Day South Australia & New Zealand Holiday
Route Map
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1
Sydney, New South Wales
Australia
Climb the iconic Sydney Harbour Bridge for breathtaking views of the Opera House and sparkling harbour below.
Arrive
2026-12-20 00:00:00
Depart
2026-12-20 17:00:00
Day 2
🌊 At Sea
Day 3
Phillip Island, Victoria
Australia
Watch thousands of little penguins waddle ashore at sunset in the world's largest penguin parade.
Arrive
2026-12-22 08:00:00
Depart
2026-12-22 23:59:00
Day 4
Melbourne, Victoria
Australia
Wander through bohemian laneways adorned with street art and discover world-class cafes, galleries, and vintage shops in Australia's cultural capital.
Arrive
2026-12-23 08:00:00
Depart
2026-12-23 17:00:00
Day 5
Burnie, Tasmania
Australia
Explore Tasmania's rugged coastal wilderness and encounter native wildlife in their natural habitat at this gateway to the island's wild northwest.
Arrive
2026-12-24 09:00:00
Depart
2026-12-24 18:00:00
Day 6
🌊 At Sea
Day 7
Adelaide, South Australia
Australia
Sip world-class wines in the rolling hills of the Barossa Valley, just hours from the city center.
Arrive
2026-12-26 08:00:00
Depart
2026-12-26 18:00:00
Day 8
Kangaroo Island, South Australia
Australia
Encounter adorable native wildlife roaming freely through pristine bushland and encounter playful sea lions lounging on secluded beaches.
Arrive
2026-12-27 07:00:00
Depart
2026-12-27 17:00:00
Day 9
🌊 At Sea
Day 10
🌊 At Sea
Day 11
Hobart, Tasmania
Australia
Explore the Museum of Old and New Art in a striking clifftop setting overlooking the Derwent River and surrounding wilderness.
Arrive
2026-12-30 08:00:00
Depart
2026-12-30 23:00:00
Day 12
Port Arthur, Tasmania
Australia
Explore Australia's most significant convict heritage site where haunting colonial ruins tell stories of the nation's darker past.
Arrive
2026-12-31 08:00:00
Depart
2026-12-31 17:00:00
Day 13
🌊 At Sea
Day 14
Eden, New South Wales
Australia
Dive into pristine underwater gardens at Split Solitary Islands where vibrant marine life thrives in crystal-clear waters.
Arrive
2027-01-02 07:00:00
Depart
2027-01-02 15:00:00
Day 15
Sydney, New South Wales
Australia
Climb the iconic Sydney Harbour Bridge for breathtaking views of the Opera House and sparkling harbour below.
Arrive
2027-01-03 07:00:00
Depart
2027-01-03 18:30:00
Day 16
🌊 At Sea
Day 17
Melbourne, Victoria
Australia
Wander through bohemian laneways adorned with street art and discover world-class cafes, galleries, and vintage shops in Australia's cultural capital.
Arrive
2027-01-05 08:00:00
Depart
2027-01-05 17:00:00
Day 18
🌊 At Sea
Day 19
Hobart, Tasmania
Australia
Explore the Museum of Old and New Art in a striking clifftop setting overlooking the Derwent River and surrounding wilderness.
Arrive
2027-01-07 08:00:00
Depart
2027-01-07 17:00:00
Day 20
🌊 At Sea
Day 21
🌊 At Sea
Day 22
Milford Sound
New Zealand
Cruise through towering fjords where waterfalls cascade directly into the sea and dolphins glide beneath your ship.
Arrive
2027-01-10 07:00:00
Depart
2027-01-10 08:00:00
Day 23
Port Chalmers
New Zealand
Explore the rugged beauty of the Otago Peninsula where yellow-eyed penguins and albatrosses thrive in their natural coastal habitat.
Arrive
2027-01-11 07:00:00
Depart
2027-01-11 18:00:00
Day 24
Lyttelton
New Zealand
Explore the dramatic volcanic landscape and charming hillside views that make this historic port gateway to the South Island unforgettable.
Arrive
2027-01-12 08:00:00
Depart
2027-01-12 18:00:00
Day 25
Picton
New Zealand
Sail through the stunning Marlborough Sounds with dramatic cliffs and pristine native forests rising from turquoise waters.
Arrive
2027-01-13 08:00:00
Depart
2027-01-13 17:00:00
Day 26
Wellington
New Zealand
Explore Middle-earth film locations and vibrant waterfront galleries in New Zealand's creative capital.
Arrive
2027-01-14 08:00:00
Depart
2027-01-14 18:00:00
Day 27
Napier
New Zealand
Stroll through stunning 1920s Art Deco architecture and relax on golden sandy beaches where dolphins often play in the bay.
Arrive
2027-01-15 08:00:00
Depart
2027-01-15 14:00:00
Day 28
Tauranga
New Zealand
Kayak through pristine Bay of Islands waters and hike to stunning coastal cliffs overlooking turquoise seas.
Arrive
2027-01-16 08:00:00
Depart
2027-01-16 15:15:00
Day 29
Auckland
New Zealand
Climb extinct volcanic peaks and explore vibrant Pacific island culture in New Zealand's stunning maritime gateway.
Arrive
2027-01-17 07:00:00
About This Cruise
28 nights on
Noordam
with
Holland America Line
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