Ports of Call - Australia / New Zealand

This is your official invitation to the home of the kangaroos, koalas and kiwis. Take one of our 12 and 14 night cruises to Australia, New Zealand and the islands. Ports of call include enchanting destinations like Sydney, Melbourne, Wellington, Christchurch, Tasmania, and more. If you've ever dreamed of an exotic cruise to the South Pacific, your dreams have just come true.

Adelaide, Australia

This easy-going capital of South Australia is your portal to every big outdoor adventure you could dream up. Trek the raw, rugged Outback in all its aboriginal glory. Hop over to Kangaroo Island, one of the world's best places to view wildlife, hence the name. Then hit the wine trail with glass in hand! Adelaide is in the thick of the country's finest vineyards.

Albany, Australia

Whales, wine and wildflowers beckon in Western Australia's oldest and prettiest town. In fact, some consider its rugged and cliffy coast to be some of the most scenic in the entire world. Albany is also aesthetically privileged with two incredible waterways, the stunning King George Sound and Princess Royal Harbour.

Auckland, New Zealand

With a population of 1.3 million people, including immigrants from all over the world and a heavy concentration of Polynesian people, Auckland is far and away New Zealand's largest and most cosmopolitan city.

Ayers Rock, Australia

Huge? Yes. But spiritual? See for yourself on an excursion to the awe-inspiring Ayers Rock, known locally as Uluru. This Aboriginal sacred site is the world's largest monolith, rising more than 1,000 feet out of the desert sand. Discover the mysteries of Uluru on a walking tour around the base or a guided hike to the rock's peak.

Bay of Islands, New Zealand

With its warm azure waters, golden beaches and some of the bluest skies on the planet, Bay of Islands is a magnet for the vacationally deprived. Some 150 isles, many still secluded, and a handful of coastal towns make up New Zealand's favorite holiday haven. Waitangi is your historic hotbed imbued in Maori myth and legends.

Bora Bora, French Polynesia

Bora Bora is universally revered as the quintessential vacation home for hopeless romantics. And why not? If its idyllic location isn't captivating enough, there's the sheer decadent beauty of the place. Silky stretches of deserted white sand. The rocky black peaks of Mount Otemanu and Mount Pahia.

Brisbane, Australia

The cool and casual capital of Queensland offers all the glitz and glam of a big city without the big city airs. Located on the banks of the Brisbane River and surrounded by rolling hills, this urban oasis sure is easy on the eyes.

Broome, Australia

This funky and soulful town in Western Australia is a meeting ground for the Outback and the Indian Ocean. Back in the day, Broome's big draw was its perfect pearls. Today folks come for the tranquility, rugged beauty, tasty seafood and well, its perfect pearls.

Bunbury, Australia

Bunbury is all about the water. Seeing that this busy little seaport is surrounded on three sides by the wet stuff, it's really no surprise. It's got bays, beaches, rivers, lakes, inlets, swamps and all the sightseeing and sporting that goes with it.

Burnie, Tasmania

Burnie is a lively, attractive port city on the northwest coast of Tasmania, originally settled in 1827 as Emu Bay. With its broad beaches and rising hills, Burnie is as physically attractive as it is culturally interesting.

Cairns, Australia

Rapidly becoming the "capital of the Great Barrier Reef," the tropical paradise of Cairns (pronounced "Cans") is one of Australia's fastest-growing tourist areas. Our cruisetour guests will experience both the wet and the wild as they explore lush rain forests, wetlands and woodlands and spy the glorious creatures that inhabit them.

Christchurch, New Zealand

Named after a college at the University of Oxford, England, Christchurch has a reputation for being a conservative, "British" city. This may be true on the surface, but a bit of poking around this largest city of the South Island, population 360,000, will reveal a vibrant arts culture and adventurous spirit that's 100% "Kiwi."

Cooktown, Australia

Located on Australia's northeast coast, Cooktown is a remote frontier town that was discovered and settled by Captain Cook and his crew in 1770. With its unspoiled beauty and lazy tropical feel, Cooktown still feels wonderfully remote. Australia's first purely European settlement, this beautiful area was, until 2006, only accessible by 4WD vehicles.

Darwin, Australia

Located midway along Australia's northern coast, Darwin is a youthful city known for its optimism and its melting-pot culture. Named after famous evolutionist Charles Darwin, the city is the capital of the Northern Territory and the gateway to several Southeast Asian countries.

Doubtful Sound, New Zealand

Often referred to as the "Sound of Silence," Doubtful Sound is a tranquil, awe-inspiring destination known for its cascading waterfalls, looming mountains and rare marine life.

Dunedin, New Zealand

As gateway to Queenstown's many adrenaline-pumping activities and guard to the unspoiled natural habitats of the Otago Peninsula, Dunedin, the second-largest city on the South Island, with its historic Victorian architecture, alternative collegiate vibe and outstanding outdoor recreation, stands second to none.

Dusky Sound, New Zealand

One of the most complex fjords on New Zealand's southern coast, Dusky Sound is a place of serene beauty, accessible today only by sea or air. European explorers first spotted this treasure when Captain Cook and his crew happened upon its opening in the late eighteenth century.

Exmouth, Australia

Windswept, isolated and possessed of some of the most raw natural beauty on the planet, Exmouth sits at the tip of Western Australia's North West Cape, roughly 800 miles from the state capital of Perth.

Hamilton Island, Whitsunday Islands

Hamilton Island, the largest inhabited island of the Whitsundays, is a tourist haven with great cafes, restaurants, and shops, not to mention an almost endless list of exciting things to do. You can always take a bush walk, cuddle a koala or perfect your golf swing at an aquatic driving range.

Hobart, Tasmania

There are few places as tranquil as the island of Tasmania. It's no surprise that Aussies head here for a taste of laid-back island life. Over a third of the landscape is covered with national parks and wilderness World Heritage areas. It's even home to one of the world's best beaches and tons of aboriginal creatures such as echidna, and Tasmanian devil.

Honolulu (Oahu), Hawaii

Hawaii's capital is indeed the jewel city of the Pacific. From Diamond Head and the world-famous beaches of Waikiki, to the inspiring memorials of Pearl Harbor and the Punchbowl National Cemetery, to the only royal palace ever constructed on U.S. soil.

International Dateline

The International Date Line is the meridian that separates two consecutive calendar days. Of course, since the line is mainly across open ocean, you can't see it. But without the IDL, if you cruised west around the planet you'd discover that when you returned home, it would seem as though an extra day had passed.

Isle of Pines, New Caledonia

It's been said that Captain James Cook named the Isle of Pines without ever stepping foot on its shore. Sure those sturdy Araucaria trees make a statement, but this pretty island deep in the South Pacific is so much more.

Lahaina (Maui), Hawaii

The Hawaiian phrase "Maui No Ka Oi" means "Maui is the best." You'll agree, after a visit to the enchanting Valley Isle. Explore the old whaling town of Lahaina and the nearby West Maui Mountains. Or explore Haleakala National Park and its 10,000-foot volcano crater. Then travel the road to Hana and experience a true taste of old Hawaii.

Luganville, Vanuatu

Luganville is the second-largest town on Vanuatu, one of over 300 islands of volcanic origin located in Melanesia. Its population is extremely diverse, with over 100 different languages, a multitude of dialects and a South Pacific island heritage.

Melbourne, Australia

Sitting pretty in the southeast corner of Australia is the very multi-dimensional Melbourne. Whether you're into football or funky fashion, local pubs or chichi cafés, out there or traditional architecture - this epicenter of everything truly has it all. Including a rich and notorious past.

Milford Sound, New Zealand

For first-time visitors and lifelong natives alike, Milford Sound is one of the most immediately breathtaking places in New Zealand. The 22-km-long fjord is dominated by beautiful Mitre Peak and calmed by gorgeous waters that mirror the sheer peaks surrounding them.

Moorea, French Polynesia

If you're in need of an essential island escape - sun, sand, surf and all the tranquility that goes with it - say hello to Moorea. This ethereal atoll is an unsung romantic and a tad more laidback than its "big name" sister islands in the South Pacific.

Mystery Island, Vanuatu

Located on the southern most point of the Vanuatu archipelago, this little jewel of the South Pacific is completely uninhabited. Formerly used as an allied forces landing strip during WWII, today only palm trees and sweet seclusion grow from the white sand of Mystery Island.

Napier, New Zealand

Napier, a port city in the Hawke Bay region of New Zealand, is the art deco capital of the world. After a 7.9 magnitude earthquake, and subsequent fires, destroyed most of its commercial center in 1931, the city was rebuilt in the flamboyant art deco style prevalent at the time.

Noumea, New Caledonia

Nouméa, the charming capital of New Caledonia, has quite a few things to brag about. It's the third largest island in the South Pacific. It's home to the world's largest lagoon and second largest coral reef. And if that's not enough, it's part French. The cuisine is fabulous. The shopping, well, can you say haute couture?

Papeete, Tahiti French Polynesia

Brilliant blue lagoons, proud jagged peaks, coconut groves and a hint of gardenia in the air. Everything you've ever imagined about this island is true. An enchanting place to say the least, its little wonder Tahiti is a muse to so many. Herman Melville and Paul Gauguin certainly found some inspiration here.

Perth (Fremantle), Australia

Perth, the capital of the state of Western Australia, is the fastest growing major city in Australia, with a population of over 1.5 million people. Situated alongside the tranquil waters of the Swan River (named for the indigenous population of Black Swans), much of Perth's growth and vitality is due to its proximity to surrounding natural resources.

Picton, New Zealand

Imagine a scene of regal sailboats floating atop blue waters, hugged by a picturesque landscape of rolling green mountains and cloud sprinkled skies. This is Picton, New Zealand, a charming seaside town at the head of Queen Charlotte Sound.

Port Arthur, Tasmania

Located on the Tasman Peninsula, just 37 miles southeast of the state capital, Hobart, lies the scenic and historic town of Port Arthur. Although it is best known for its infamous 19th-century prison, the peninsula region rewards the visitor with a dramatic coastline and several natural wonders.

Port Douglas, Australia

Fishing village charm meets aquatic amusement and jungle intrigue in Port Douglas. And if you think this sounds like the perfect setting for your Australian adventure, wait 'til you experience it firsthand. Take a dip in the warm tropical waters. Sip a fruity drink at one of the many seaside cafés.

Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea

Port Moresby, the capital of Papua New Guinea, is the main gateway to the majestic mountains and waterfalls in this country's lush, wild interior. Palm trees and modern skyscrapers rise against a skyline of rolling hills, the foothills of the inner highlands.

Queenstown, New Zealand

Little wonder life is electric in Queenstown, it's built on a lake shaped like a lightning bolt, after all. Of course, the scenery created by the surrounding Remarkables and Eyres mountain ranges certainly doesn't hurt either.

Raiatea, French Polynesia

Known as French Polynesia's best-kept secret, this dreamy paradise has a warm and hospitable culture that is pristine and untouched by heavy tourism. While its sister island Tahaa is internationally renown for its vanilla, Raiatea is recognized as the region's cultural and historical center - local folklore describes it as the birthplace of the Polynesian gods.

Rarotonga, Cook Islands

Is Rarotonga as exotic as it sounds? In a word - yes! Rare black pearls, sparkling blue lagoons, and fertile red earth are just a few of the reasons it's often referred to as the emerald jewel of the Pacific.

Rotorua, New Zealand

Spa lovers and culture vultures rejoice! This seething hotbed of spouting geysers, boiling mud pools and warm geothermal springs surrounded by silica terraces is a natural spa paradise set in the heartland of ancient New Zealand Maori culture.

Sydney, Australia

The whole world's in love with Sydney. It's stylish, it's sophisticated, it's home to some of the friendliest people on the planet. And yes, a few koalas, if you know where to look. What's not to love? This gateway to the Outback has it all: endless outdoor adventure around the harbor or in spots like the Blue Mountains.

Tauranga, New Zealand

Tauranga lies in the heart of the Bay of Plenty region, about 2.5 hours south of the city of Auckland. It has become one of New Zealand's fastest-growing areas thanks to plentiful sunshine and beautiful beaches. But with a population of only about 100,000, Tauranga can still offer you generous space to yourself.

Vila, Vanuatu

There are 83 idyllic islands that make up the amazing archipelago of Vanuatu. And Port Vila, the capital city of the island of Efate, is the heart and soul of them all. Sandwiched between the northern and southern atolls - it's like the city was built for island hopping.

Volcanic White Island, New Zealand

Located 30 miles off the east coast of the North Island of New Zealand, White Island is the country's only active marine volcano, and may be the most accessible marine volcano in the world.

Wellington, New Zealand

The fact that Wellington has become New Zealand's fastest-growing weekend destination tells you something about the city. Once merely its political capital, the city's calendar is packed with celebrations, festivals and some of the country's best theater and dance.

Willis Island (Cruising), Australia

Willis Island, located east of Australia just beyond the Great Barrier Reef, is the only permanently inhabited island in Australia's Coral Sea Islands Territory. The Australian Bureau of Meteorology has a weather monitoring station on the island, staffed by three people, who make up the island's human population.

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