DAY 11 TO 20 - NEW ZEALAND CRUISE ON ROYAL CARIBBEAN’S OVATION OF THE SEAS

Journey to Sydney Cruise Terminal for embarkation of your cruise on board the Ovation of The Seas. Marvel at the newest and third ship in the Quantum Class, Ovation of the Seas. Featuring the same groundbreaking venues as its sister ships, Quantum of the Seas and Anthem of the Seas, this ship continues to take cruisers to new heights. Ovation will offer guests a variety of activities, entertainment and dining options.

Open up exotic shores and untamed spectacular landscapes, not to mention a world of elevated experiences onboard. It’s scenery scoping from an unrivalled perspective. Take adventure to new heights on the rock climbing wall, then experience the thrill of a free fall on RipCord by iFLY, or catch a wave on the FlowRider surf simulator before ascending over 300 feet above sea level in North Star — all while soaking up breathtaking views of New Zealand’s unspoiled landscape. Leave it to us to, literally and figuratively, take you to a higher place. The exclusive North Star promises to elevate you both physically and emotionally, revealing 360-degree views of a world you’ve truly never seen before! On this cruise, you can simply step into the North Star intimate, jewel-shaped capsule and gently ascend over 300 feet above sea level, where you can take in breathtaking views of the ocean, the ship, and the exciting destinations which we visit.

PORT OF CALL - MILFORD SOUND CRUISING
 

Situated on the west coast of the South Island Milford Sound is a fusion of spectacular natural features with amazing visual cues around every corner. Described by Rudyard Kipling as the ‘eighth wonder of the world’, Milford Sound was carved by glaciers during the ice ages, and is breathtaking in any weather. The fjord’s cliffs rise vertically from the dark waters, mountain peaks scrape the sky and waterfalls cascade from as high as 1000 metres. When it rains in Milford Sound, and it often does, those waterfalls multiply with magnificent effect.

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PORT OF CALL - DOUBTFUL SOUND CRUISING
 

Immerse yourself in the vast and untouched wilderness of Doubtful Sound, the second-largest fjord in Fiordland National Park. With its rugged peaks, verdant rainforest and twisting hidden inlets. Doubtful Sound will take your breath away. Home to abundant wildlife you may see bottlenose dolphins and fur seals at play, or catch a glimpse of a rare Fiordland Crested Penguin. Getting to Doubtful Sound is an adventure in itself. This isolation makes the fjord a very special place, a place only those in the know get to see.

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PORT OF CALL - DUSKY SOUND CRUISING​

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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. Although they returned to explore its waters months later, Cook and his crew named it Dusky Sound for the time of night when they first found it.

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PORT OF CALL - DUNEDIN
 

It is New Zealand’s best-kept secret, located on the South Island, this city is full of authentic welcoming characters that tell it like it is. Known as the Edinburgh of New Zealand, Dunedin is the country’s city of the south, wearing its Scottish heritage with pride. Surrounded by dramatic hills, at the foot of a long, picturesque harbour, Dunedin is one of the best-preserved Victorian and Edwardian cities in the Southern Hemisphere.

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PORT OF CALL - CHRISTCHURCH
 

Bordered by hills and the Pacific Ocean, Christchurch is the gateway to New Zealand’s South Island, and it is situated on the edge of the Canterbury Plains that stretch to the Southern Alps. Known for its English heritage, it is the largest city in the South Island and is known as the Garden City because of its many beautiful parks, gardens, and tree-lined streets. Enjoy the beauty and marvel at the relaxed friendliness of the people, as you discover all the things that make Christchurch one of New Zealand’s most attractive holiday and lifestyle destinations.

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PORT OF CALL - WELLINGTON
 

On a sunny, windless day, Wellington is up there with the best of them. For starters it’s lovely to look at, sitting on a hook-shaped harbour ringed with ranges that wear a cloak of snow in winter. Victorian timber architecture laces the bushy hillsides above the harbour, which resonate with native birdsong. As cities go, it’s really rather small but the compact nature of the downtown area gives it a big-city buzz and, being the capital, it’s endowed with museums, theatres, galleries and art organisations completely disproportionate to its size. Wellingtonians are rightly proud of their kick in the caffeine and craft beer scene, and there’s no shortage of beard-wearing, skateboard-lugging, artsy types doing interesting things in old warehouses across town.

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PORT OF CALL - PICTON
 

A town on the north coast of the South Island, in New Zealand. It’s known as a gateway to the islands and inlets of the Marlborough Sounds. The Edwin Fox Maritime Museum is a 19th-century former convict and cargo ship. EcoWorld Aquarium shelters and rehabilitates native animals such as tuatara reptiles and blue penguins. Nearby, the Queen Charlotte Track traverses coastal forest, skyline ridges and bays. Picton offers passengers an enjoyable shore experience with its shopping, swimming, marinas, and nearby vineyards.

DAY 21 TO 22 – SYDNEY - MALTA

Following our departure from the cruise we travel north over the Sydney Harbour Bridge. Then we head to the Northern beaches of Queensclift, Curl Curl, Deewyn, Coolaroy, Narrabeen and Monavale to see some of Sydney’s famed surfing and holiday destinations, while also admiring the spectacular view of the Pacific Ocean. Free time for lunch (not included) and then head South to see the world-famous Bondi Beach, Coogee and Maruaba. See the beautiful beaches along the shore of Botany Bay including Bright-Le-Sands, Ramsgate and Sansouci. After our final day in Sydney, we board our coach transfer to the airport for our flight to Malta via Dubai.

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