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Azamara Pursuit December 19 2026 - January 4 2027 Cruise & Offers
Auckland, New Zealand to Melbourne, Australia
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December 19 2026 - January 4 2027 · Voyage PR261219-016
Ports & shore experiences
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December 19, 2026 Auckland
About Auckland
Auckland combines a volcanic landscape with coastal recreation, beaches, sheltered coves and wine-country outings.
Published port schedule
- December 19, 2026 Embarkation · Departure 6:00 PM
Shore excursions currently listed
- Waitomo Glow Worm Caves with Airport Drop Off strenuous activity · AKL-AP2
- Piha Beach & Rainforest medium activity · AKL-005
- Auckland City and Harbour Highlights with Airport Drop Off medium activity · AKL-AP1
- America's Cup Sailing strenuous activity · AKL-002
- Devonport & North Shore mild activity · AKL-007
- Local Connections: A Gourmet’s World mild activity · AKL-008
December 20, 2026 Tauranga
About Tauranga
Tauranga combines golden beaches and parks with coastal activities and opportunities for walking and wildlife outings.
Published port schedule
- December 20, 2026 Arrival 8:00 AM · Departure 5:00 PM
Shore excursions currently listed
- Private Van with Driver/Guide (Full Day) mild activity · TRG-PVF1
- Rotorua and Polynesian Spa Experience mild activity · TRG-007
- Private Car with Driver/Guide (Full Day) mild activity · TRG-PCF1
- Ngati Makino - The Little Tribe That Could medium activity · TRG-014
- Waihi Gold Discovery medium activity · TRG-017
- Tauranga Highlights medium activity · TRG-004
- Truffle Treasure medium activity · TRG-012
- Private Van with Driver/Guide (Half Day) mild activity · TRG-PVH1
- Private Car with Driver/Guide (Half Day) mild activity · TRG-PCH1
- Te Puia Geothermal Experience medium activity · TRG-009
December 21, 2026 Napier
About Napier
Napier offers city walks and the Pania statue, with vineyards and Cape Kidnappers among the surrounding region's attractions.
Published port schedule
- December 21, 2026 Arrival 1:00 PM · Departure 9:00 PM
Shore excursions currently listed
- Wine Tasting in Hawkes Bay mild activity · NPE-008
- Cape Kidnappers Gannet Safari medium activity · NPE-002
- Napier and a Stroll Through the Art Deco District medium activity · NPE-004
- Craggy Range Ultimate Food & Wine Experience mild activity · NPE-013
- Vintage Car Ride medium activity · NPE-011
- Hawkes Bay Express mild activity · NPE-003
December 22, 2026 Wellington
About Wellington
Wellington offers a strong coffee culture and evening entertainment, with Courtenay Place among its principal nightlife districts.
Published port schedule
- December 22, 2026 Arrival 1:00 PM · Departure 9:00 PM
Shore excursions currently listed
- Private Car with Driver/Guide (Half Day) mild activity · WLG-PCH1
- Private Van with Driver/Guide (Half Day) mild activity · WLG-PVH1
- Wellington Delights strenuous activity · WLG-007
- Wellington Highlights medium activity · WLG-001
- Zealandia Sanctuary and Otari Wilton Bush Walk medium activity · WLG-005
- Scenic Wellington and Botanical Garden medium activity · WLG-002
- Seal Colony Encounter medium activity · WLG-008
December 23, 2026 Christchurch
About Christchurch
Christchurch is known for its garden-city identity and English-influenced urban character, offering varied places to explore on foot.
Published port schedule
- December 23, 2026 Arrival 8:00 AM · Departure 5:00 PM
Shore excursions currently listed
- Journey to Middle Earth mild activity · CHC-002
- Private Car with Driver/Guide (Full Day) mild activity · CHC-PCF1
- Bundle Special 1: Three Amazing Tours medium activity · CHC-BUN1
- A Taste of Antarctica & Christchurch City medium activity · CHC-008
- High Country Off Road & Jet Boat strenuous activity · CHC-001
- Waipara Wine Tasting medium activity · CHC-004
- Private Van with Driver/Guide (Full Day) mild activity · CHC-PVF1
- Canterbury Sheep Farm Town and Country Experience mild activity · CHC-003
- Private Van with Driver/Guide (Half Day) mild activity · CHC-PVH1
- Private Car with Driver/Guide (Half Day) mild activity · CHC-PCH1
- Ballymoney Farmhouse & Garden Experience medium activity · CHC-009
December 24, 2026 Dunedin
About Dunedin
Dunedin's Scottish heritage complements nearby beaches and the Otago Peninsula, a region noted for distinctive wildlife.
Published port schedule
- December 24, 2026 Arrival 7:30 AM · Departure 4:00 PM
Shore excursions currently listed
- Otago High Country Station medium activity · DUD-010
- Royal Albatross Encounter strenuous activity · DUD-009
- Wildlife Discovery Cruise mild activity · DUD-003
- Larnach Castle and Garden with High Tea medium activity · DUD-005
- Dunedin Panorama mild activity · DUD-001
- Nature's Wonders and Otago Peninsula medium activity · DUD-002
- Craft Dunedin strenuous activity · DUD-007
- Private Car with Driver/Guide - Half Day mild activity · DUD-PCH1
- Private Van with Driver/Guide - Half Day mild activity · DUD-PVH1
December 25, 2026 Milford Sound
About Milford Sound
Milford Sound's steep peaks and waterfalls form a dramatic natural landscape best appreciated from the water.
Published port schedule
- December 25, 2026 Arrival and departure times not published
Sailing experience
This is a scenic sailing or operational entry in the published schedule. No shore landing or excursion is implied.
4 scheduled dates · Dec 26 - Jan 3, 2027 Day at sea
A day aboard Azamara Pursuit
These dates are scheduled at sea aboard Azamara Pursuit. Enjoy the voyage between destinations and check the daily onboard programme for the activities available.
Time aboard
Follow the daily programme for dining, entertainment and activities. The final schedule is confirmed aboard.
December 28-29, 2026 Hobart, Tasmania
About Hobart, Tasmania
Hobart's waterfront preserves Georgian-era buildings. Mount Wellington and Bruny Island offer further possibilities beyond the city.
Published port schedule
- December 28, 2026 Arrival 8:00 AM · Overnight in port
- December 29, 2026 Departure 6:00 PM
Shore excursions currently listed
- Floating Sauna Cruise medium activity · HBA-018 · December 28, 2026
- Hobart Highlights mild activity · HBA-002 · December 28, 2026
- Private Car with Driver and Guide - Half Day mild activity · HBA-PVH · December 28-29, 2026
- Private Car with Driver and Guide - Half Day mild activity · HBA-PCF · December 28-29, 2026
- Private Car with Driver and Guide - Half Day mild activity · HBA-PVF · December 28-29, 2026
- Private Car with Driver and Guide - Half Day mild activity · HBA-PCH · December 28-29, 2026
- Hastings Caves and Huon Valley medium activity · HBA-WC1 · December 28-29, 2026
- Wilderness Cruise and Devils medium activity · HBA-004 · December 28-29, 2026
- Farm Tunnel & Fungi Experience medium activity · HBA-017 · December 28, 2026
- Richmond and Tasmanian Devils medium activity · HBA-003 · December 28-29, 2026
- Channel Food & Wine Tour medium activity · HBA-013 · December 28-29, 2026
- Cascades Female Factory medium activity · HBA-019 · December 28, 2026
- Art at MONA medium activity · HBA-011 · December 28, 2026
- Twilight Historic Walk medium activity · HBA-021 · December 28, 2026
- Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary at Night medium activity · HBA-001 · December 28, 2026
- AzAmazing Evening -A night with James Morrison medium activity · HBA-AE2 · December 28, 2026
- Port Arthur Explorer medium activity · HBA-015 · December 29, 2026
December 31, 2026 - January 2, 2027 Sydney (White Bay)
About Sydney (White Bay)
White Bay serves Sydney, where harbor travel, historic districts, green spaces and coastal neighborhoods offer varied sightseeing.
Published port schedule
- December 31, 2026 Arrival 8:00 AM · Overnight in port
- January 1, 2027 Overnight in port
- January 2, 2027 Departure 2:00 PM
Shore excursions currently listed
- Panoramic Sydney mild activity · SYD-002 · December 31, 2026 - January 2, 2027
- Discover the Blue Mountains strenuous activity · SYD-004 · December 31, 2026 - January 1, 2027
- Hunter Valley Wine Tour mild activity · SYD-028 · December 31, 2026
- Taronga Zoo with Zoo Specialist medium activity · SYD-003 · December 31, 2026 - January 2, 2027
- Manly Beach & Northern Suburbs mild activity · SYD-001 · December 31, 2026 - January 2, 2027
- Sydney Harbour Bridge Climb strenuous activity · SYD-005 · December 31, 2026 - January 1, 2027
- Northern Beaches, Aboriginal Sites & National Parks strenuous activity · SYD-009 · December 31, 2026
- Sydney Sights, Opera House & City Center Drop-Off medium activity · SYD-011 · January 1-2, 2027
- Independent Exploration of Sydney Full-Day (8 hours) mild activity · SYD-017 · January 1, 2027
- Independent Exploration of Sydney Half-Day (4 hours) mild activity · SYD-018 · January 1-2, 2027
- Sydney Sights & Opera House medium activity · SYD-006 · January 1-2, 2027
January 4, 2027 Melbourne
About Melbourne
Melbourne's cultural identity includes literature, street art, film and television, alongside boutiques and a varied dining scene.
Published port schedule
- January 4, 2027 Arrival 7:00 AM · Disembarkation
Shore excursions currently listed
- Explore Melbourne and Fitzroy Gardens with Airport Dropoff mild activity · MEL-AP1
- Panoramic Melbourne and Royal Botanical Gardens mild activity · MEL-009
- Explore Melbourne & Fitzroy Gardens with Hotel Transfer mild activity · MEL-HT1
Excursion listings checked October 14, 2026. Availability, activity levels, durations and schedules may change. Confirm the final programme and suitability with Deluxe Cruises before reserving.
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Itinerary at a Glance
New Zealand & Australia Holiday Cruise: Wellington, Hobart & Sydney · PR261219-016 · December 19 2026 - January 4 2027
Times are local to each port. “Not published” means the official source supplies no time for that entry. Schedules can change.
| Day | Date | Port / destination | Arrival | Departure |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2026-12-19 | Auckland, New Zealand | Embarkation | 6:00 PM |
| 2 | 2026-12-20 | Tauranga, New Zealand | 8:00 AM | 5:00 PM |
| 3 | 2026-12-21 | Napier, New Zealand | 1:00 PM | 9:00 PM |
| 4 | 2026-12-22 | Wellington, New Zealand | 1:00 PM | 9:00 PM |
| 5 | 2026-12-23 | Christchurch, New Zealand | 8:00 AM | 5:00 PM |
| 6 | 2026-12-24 | Dunedin, New Zealand | 7:30 AM | 4:00 PM |
| 7 | 2026-12-25 | Milford Sound, New Zealand | In port | Not published |
| 8 | 2026-12-26 | At Sea | At sea | At sea |
| 9 | 2026-12-27 | At Sea | At sea | At sea |
| 10 | 2026-12-28 | Hobart, Tasmania, Australia | 8:00 AM | Overnight in port |
| 11 | 2026-12-29 | Hobart, Tasmania, Australia | In port | 6:00 PM |
| 12 | 2026-12-30 | At Sea | At sea | At sea |
| 13 | 2026-12-31 | Sydney (White Bay), Australia | 8:00 AM | Overnight in port |
| 14 | 2027-01-01 | Sydney (White Bay), Australia | In port | Overnight in port |
| 15 | 2027-01-02 | Sydney (White Bay), Australia | In port | 2:00 PM |
| 16 | 2027-01-03 | At Sea | At sea | At sea |
| 17 | 2027-01-04 | Melbourne, Australia | 7:00 AM | Disembarkation |
A closer look at this sailing
New Zealand & Australia Holiday Cruise: Wellington, Hobart & Sydney aboard Azamara Pursuit
Azamara Pursuit sails from Auckland, New Zealand to Melbourne, Australia on this 16-night voyage, December 19 2026 - January 4 2027. The different embarkation and disembarkation cities offer two distinct places to consider for a pre-cruise or post-cruise stay.
Between embarkation and the final port, the published sequence includes Tauranga, Napier, Wellington, Christchurch, Dunedin, Milford Sound, Hobart, Tasmania, Sydney (White Bay). Consecutive dated calls in Hobart, Tasmania, Sydney (White Bay) give particular weight to those destinations; check the published timings before arranging evening plans. The schedule also contains 4 entries at sea, providing intervals between destinations.
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