Immersive Sydney, Melbourne & Auckland's Bays Beaches & Beyond Tour with Luxury All Included New Zealand Cruising

Escorted Tour Highlights

• ● Devonport ferry and harbour views
• ● Explore Victoria Road and North Head
• ● Auckland city tour and Mount Eden
• ● Mission Bay and One Tree Hill
• ● Bay of Islands Discover the Bay cruise
• ● Cape Brett Cliffs and Hole in the Rock
• ● Historic Russell seaside town visit
• ● Cape Reinga and Ninety Mile Beach
• ● Whangārei Falls and street art walk
• ● Hundertwasser Art Centre and Māori Gallery
• ● Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge
• ● Bondi Beach and Eastern Suburbs tour
• ● Sydney Fish Market experience
• ● Blue Mountains and Three Sisters views
• ● Scenic World railway, skyway and cableway
• ● Melbourne city tour and Federation Square
• ● Brighton Beach bathing boxes
• ● Phillip Island Penguin Parade
• ● Moonlit Sanctuary wildlife encounters
• ● Great Ocean Road and Twelve Apostles

Your Tour Itinerary in Detail

‣ Day 1: United Kingdom → Auckland International Airport

● Fly to Auckland, New Zealand 2 x Overnight

‣ Day 2: In Route to New Zealand

● Flying

‣ Day 3: Auckland

● Arrive in Auckland today. You will be met and transferred to your hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure.

‣ Day 4: Auckland

● After breakfast, take a coach transfer to the ferry terminal and board the ferry to Devonport, a charming seaside village. Stroll along picturesque Victoria Road and visit North Head, offering spectacular views across the harbour.

● Return to Auckland for a guided city tour, taking in highlights such as Mount Eden, One Tree Hill, the Michael Joseph Savage Memorial Park, and the popular Mission Bay.

Breakfast Included

‣ Day 5: Auckland | Russell | Paihia

● Travel by coach to Paihia and discover the stunning Bay of Islands. Cruise the sparkling waters on the ★ Discover the Bay Trip, getting close to the dramatic Cape Brett Cliffs and passing through the famous Hole in the Rock. Later, take a short ferry ride to Russell, a historic seaside town that was once New Zealand’s first capital.

● Return to Paihia for dinner and overnight stay.

Breakfast Included

‣ Day 6: Cape Reinga & Ninety Mile Beach Excursion

● Embark on a full-day adventure with Fullers Great Sights to the northernmost tip of New Zealand, ★ Cape Reinga, where the Tasman Sea and the Pacific Ocean dramatically collide. Continue along the legendary Ninety Mile Beach, renowned for its wild beauty and sweeping coastal views.

Breakfast Included

‣ Day 9-17: Embarkation | Cruising

● Cruising aboard Celebrity Edge

‣ Day 18: Sydney

● Disembark Ship You’ll be met by our representative and embark on a 4-hour guided city tour. Begin in the historic Rocks district, where colonial heritage meets modern vibrancy. Marvel at the world-famous Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge, as your guide shares their fascinating history. Continue through the prestigious Eastern Suburbs, passing boutique-lined Double Bay.

● Enjoy a 45-minute stop at Bondi Beach — stroll along the golden sands, watch surfers tackle the waves, or take in the views from the Bondi Icebergs. On the return, pass through Paddington’s Victorian terraces and the lush Centennial Park.

● Hotel Check-in

● This evening, gather with your fellow travellers for a Welcome Dinner at a local restaurant.

Dinner Included

‣ Day 19: Sydney Fish Market & Blue Mountains Adventure

● Begin the day at the bustling Sydney Fish Market, alive with the sights and sounds of the morning’s fresh catch. Next, venture into the UNESCO-listed Blue Mountains National Park, where panoramic views of the Three Sisters and the surrounding wilderness await.

● Enjoy lunch at Scenic World, followed by three exhilarating experiences:

● Scenic Railway – descend the world’s steepest incline railway.

● Scenic Skyway – glide between cliff tops in a glass-floored cabin, 270m above the valley.

● Scenic Cableway – take in sweeping views as you descend into Jamison Valley.

● On the return, pass the Sydney Olympic Park, home to the 2000 Olympic Games, before a 3-course dinner in Chinatown, blending Sydney’s multicultural food scene with its natural wonders.

Breakfast, Lunch Dinner Included

‣ Day 20: Sydney → Melbourne

● After breakfast, transfer to Sydney Airport for your domestic flight to Melbourne, Australia’s cultural capital. Upon arrival, embark on a guided city tour, exploring highlights such as:

●The serene Fitzroy Gardens

●The Shrine of Remembrance, honouring Australia’s servicemen and women

●Federation Square, Melbourne’s cultural heart

●The grand Parliament House

●The gothic St. Patrick’s Cathedral

●The afternoon is free to explore Melbourne at your leisure. In the evening, enjoy a memorable dinner at the Crown Hotel’s renowned Chinese restaurant.

Breakfast & Dinner Included

‣ Day 21: Phillip Island Wildlife & Coastal Adventure

● Today is dedicated to Australia’s wildlife and coastal scenery. Start at Brighton Beach, where the colourful bathing boxes create the perfect photo backdrop. Continue to Moonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Conservation Park to encounter native animals: kangaroos, wombats, and emus.

● After lunch, travel to Phillip Island for two highlights:

● Panny’s Chocolate Factory – a sweet exploration of chocolate making.

● The world-famous Penguin Parade – watch hundreds of Little Penguins waddle ashore at sunset.

● Conclude the day with a delicious 3-course dinner, reflecting on your close encounters with Australia’s wildlife.

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included

‣ Day 22: Great Ocean Road Scenic Adventure

● After breakfast, embark on one of the world’s most iconic coastal drives — the Great Ocean Road. Admire sweeping beaches, dramatic cliffs, charming townships, and lush rainforest meeting the sea.

● Pause for a pizza lunch in Lorne, a seaside village with artistic flair, then continue through Apollo Bay and Port Campbell, the gateway to the region’s limestone wonders.

● The day’s highlight is the awe-inspiring Twelve Apostles — limestone stacks rising majestically from the Southern Ocean. Stroll the boardwalk for breathtaking views and photo opportunities from multiple vantage points.

● This evening, celebrate your journey with a Gala Farewell Dinner, featuring a decadent 5-course menu.

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included