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Explore New Zealand by Sea

16-night cruise from Melbourne to Auckland — save up to $1,970 plus receive up to USD$300 onboard credit per stateroom*

Melbourne to Auckland

17 days / 16 nights

Small Ship Cruise

Dining and Beverages Included

Azamara Pursuit

Departs 04 Jan 2027

Overview

Sail from Melbourne to Auckland on an unforgettable journey through Australia and New Zealand. Enjoy an overnight stay in Sydney before cruising the spectacular Milford Sound and discovering Dunedin, Christchurch, Wellington, Napier, Tauranga and the beautiful Bay of Islands.

Azamara Pursuit offers an intimate, boutique-style cruising experience designed for immersive destination discovery. Carrying fewer than 700 guests, the ship can access smaller ports that larger vessels can't, allowing for longer stays and more time ashore. Enjoy personalised service, award-winning dining, elegant lounges, a relaxing spa and comfortable staterooms, all complemented by Azamara's signature destination-focused experiences and welcoming onboard atmosphere.

Inclusions

  • 16 nights onboard Azamara Pursuit

Always Included

  • A variety of dining venues plus 24-hour room service
  • Beer, wine & spirits served throughout the day and night
  • Signature AzAmazing Evenings® experiences
  • Unlimited self-service laundry
  • All onboard gratuities covered

Always Expected

  • Overnight stays & extended destination days
  • Unique, iconic ports of call
  • A boutique cruising experience with no hassle, no crowds
  • Warm, attentive, and personalized service

Itinerary

DateLocationArriveDepart
Mon 4 Jan 2027Melbourne, Australia5:00 PM
Tue 5 Jan 2027At Sea
Wed 6 Jan 2027Eden, Australia8:00 AM4:00 PM
Thu 7 Jan 2027Sydney, Australia8:00 AM(Overnight)
Fri 8 Jan 2027Sydney, Australia6:45 PM
Sat 9 JanAt Sea
Sun 10 Jan 2027At Sea  
Mon 11 Jan 2027Milford Sound, New Zealand (scenic cruising)
Tue 12 Jan 2027Dunedin, New Zealand7:30 AM6:00 PM
Wed 13 Jan 2027Christchurch, New Zealand8:00 AM6:00 PM
Thu 14 Jan 2027Wellington, New Zealand8:00 AM10:00 PM
Fri 15 Jan 2027Picton, New Zealand8:00 AM4:00 PM
Sat 16 Jan 2027Napier, New Zealand11:00 AM10:00 PM
Sun 17 Jan 2027Gisborne, New Zealand8:00 AM4:00 PM
Mon 18 Jan 2027Tauranga, New Zealand8:00 AM5:00 PM
Tue 19 Jan 2027Bay of Islands, New Zealand7:00 AM6:00 PM
Wed 20 Jan 2027Auckland, New Zealand7:00 AM
*Itinerary is subject to change and availability.

Dates/Pricing

DepartInteriorOceanviewVerandaSuite
Price from$7,169 pp$7,959 pp$9,079 ppSOLD OUT
Savings up to$775 pp$865 pp$985 pp
Onboard creditUSD$125USD$125USD$150

*Advertised pricing is per person, twin share, and correct as at 20 July 2026. Pricing may be based on guarantee staterooms. Offer valid for new bookings made before 30 September 2026. Subject to availability and change without notice.

Booking terms and conditions apply.

* Term and conditions apply: All pricing subject to change and availability. Advertised prices are per person twin share unless stated otherwise. Offers may be withdrawn at any time. Itineraries are subject to change. Booking Conditions and Phil Hoffmann Travel Schedule of Professionalism* applies. Please speak to your Phil Hoffmann Travel Consultant for more information.

Destinations featured in this deal

Australia Victoria Melbourne New Zealand

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