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Australia/New Zealand Cruises

Iconic cities, coastlines & fjords

Sail out of Sydney Harbour past the Opera House, then cross the Tasman Sea to New Zealand's dramatic Fiordland. It's a bucket-list voyage that pairs cosmopolitan cities with some of the most spectacular scenery on Earth.

When to go

The season runs October through April — the Southern Hemisphere's spring and summer.

Popular ports

  • Sydney
  • Melbourne
  • Hobart
  • Milford Sound
  • Dunedin
  • Wellington
  • Auckland
  • Bay of Islands
Milford Sound in Fiordland National Park, New Zealand
Cruise ship beside the Sydney Opera House

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Fiordland

Scenic cruising through Milford, Doubtful and Dusky Sounds — sheer cliffs and waterfalls.

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Iconic cities

Sydney, Melbourne, Auckland and Wellington, each with its own food, wine and culture.

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Make it longer

Add pre- or post-cruise stays, the Great Barrier Reef, or a road trip through the South Island.

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Celebrity Cruises

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    Book by Nov 5

    Cruise perks

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    • Instant savings per stateroom
    • Overnight port stays

    Newly opened 2028–29 Australia and New Zealand season aboard Celebrity Edge, the renewed Celebrity Solstice and Celebrity Millennium, with overnight stays in every region.

    Sails: 2028–29 season

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Australia/New Zealand cruise questions

When is the best time to take a Australia/New Zealand cruise?
The season runs October through April — the Southern Hemisphere's spring and summer.
Which ports do Australia/New Zealand cruises visit?
Popular ports include Sydney, Melbourne, Hobart, Milford Sound, Dunedin, Wellington, Auckland, Bay of Islands.
How do I book a Australia/New Zealand cruise with TV Travel?
Call James at 209.480.1533, email travel@typevisions.com, or send the form on this page. He compares cruise lines, ships and current promotions (Celebrity Cruises and others) and books it for you at no extra cost.

See this week’s cruise deals for current Celebrity and Australia/New Zealand offers.

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