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Aussie Bites & Kiwi Sights

Save up to 25% off + 2 category upgrade + Exclusive US$300 shipboard credit per suite

Sydney to Auckland

16 days / 15 nights

Ocean Cruise Holiday

Luxury

Seven Seas Explorer

Departs 28 Dec 2025

Overview

Set sail on a 15-night adventure from Sydney, exploring the natural wonders and vibrant cities of Australia and New Zealand. Your journey begins with a scenic departure from Sydney, heading to Melbourne for an overnight stay, followed by a visit to the iconic Phillip Island. Discover the charm of Tasmania with a stop in Burnie before venturing into the breathtaking fjords of Milford Sound, Doubtful Sound, and Dusky Sound. Continue your exploration through the historic streets of Dunedin and Timaru, then onto Christchurch's beautiful landscapes. Immerse yourself in Wellington's cultural heart, the art deco beauty of Napier, before concluding your voyage in Auckland, New Zealand’s vibrant metropolis. An unforgettable cruise experience awaits, blending natural beauty with rich history across two incredible countries.

Seven Seas Explorer

Seven Seas Explorer® is stunning, with art by Pablo Picasso on the walls and a vivid cobalt-blue glass installation on the ceiling in the elegant restaurant Compass Rose. See for yourself how every space is designed to impress. Regent Seven Seas Cruises takes pride in creating dining experiences that are simply superb. From succulent lobster to the perfect burger and shake, you’ll find an array of refined flavors and refreshments from which to choose.

Inclusions

  • 15 night cruise from Sydney to Auckland onboard Seven Seas Explorer
  • Platinum Cruise Club - Receive up to US$300 shipboard credit per suite
  • Unlimited Shore Excursions
  • Exquisite Dining, Including All Speciality Restaurants at No Added Cost
  • Unlimited Beverages, Fine Wines, Craft Cocktails, Speciality Coffees and more
  • Customizable In-Suite Mini Bar Replenished Daily with Your Preferences
  • Unlimited Access to Spa Facilities
  • Pre-Paid Gratuities
  • Unlimited Wi-Fi*
  • Valet Laundry Service
  • 24-Hour In-Suite Dining
  • Open Bars and Lounges and Dynamic Entertainment and Enrichment Experiences

Concierge Suites and higher always include:

  • 1-Night Pre-Cruise Hotel Package
  • Priority Online Reservations for Shore Excursions and Speciality Dining
  • Additional Savings on Regent Choice Experiences and Land Programmes

Penthouse Suites and higher always include:

  • Personal Butler for an Elevated In-Suite Experience
  • Daily Canapés

Itinerary

DATE  
 
PORT  
 
ARRIVE 
DEPART  
28-December-2025
 
Sydney,
 Australia
 
6:00 PM
29-December-2025
 
Cruising the Tasman Sea
 
 
 
 
30-December-2025
 
Melbourne,
 Australia
7:00 AM
 
31-December-2025
 
Melbourne,
 Australia
 
8:00 PM
01-January-2026
 
Phillip Island,
 Australia
7:00 AM
7:00 PM
02-January-2026
 
Burnie (Tasmania),
 Australia
7:00 AM
4:00 PM
03-January-2026
 
Cruising the Tasman Sea
 
 
 
 
04-January-2026
 
Cruising the Tasman Sea
 
 
 
 
05-January-2026
 
Cruising the Fjords of Milford Sound
 
 
 
 
05-January-2026
 
Cruising the Fjords of Doubtful Sound
 
 
 
 
05-January-2026
 
Cruising the Fjords of Dusky Sound
 
 
 
 
06-January-2026
 
Dunedin,
 New Zealand
8:00 AM
6:00 PM
07-January-2026
 
Timaru,
 New Zealand
8:00 AM
6:00 PM
08-January-2026
 
Christchurch (Lyttelton),
 New Zealand
7:00 AM
6:00 PM
09-January-2026
 
Wellington,
 New Zealand
7:00 AM
4:00 PM
10-January-2026
 
Napier,
 New Zealand
7:00 AM
2:00 PM
11-January-2026
 
Auckland,
 New Zealand
4:00 PM
 
12-January-2026
 
Auckland,
 New Zealand
 
 

Dates/Pricing

 

Departs

Veranda Suite

Serenity Suite

Concierge Suite

Penthouse Suite

28 December 2025$15,900pp$17,249pp$18,649pp$30,300pp
Exclusive onboard creditUS$300US$300US$300US$300

*Advertised price is based on per person twin share. Correct as of 3 January 2025, promotion expires 28th February 2025. Onboard credit is based on per stateroom, you must be signed up as part of Phil Hoffmann Travels Platinum Cruise Club to receive onboard credit. 

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.

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