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Azamara Pursuit December 4-19 2026 Cruise & Offers
Sydney (White Bay), Australia to Auckland, New Zealand
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December 4-19 2026 · Voyage PR261204-015
Ports & shore experiences
Select a city to read about the destination, view its scheduled calls and explore Azamara shore excursions listed for this voyage. Repeat visits are combined in one panel.
December 4, 2026 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 4, 2026 Embarkation · Departure 6:00 PM
Shore excursions currently listed
- Manly Beach, Northern Suburbs & Airport Transfer mild activity · SYD-AP2
- Sydney Sights, Opera House & Airport Transfer medium activity · SYD-AP1
- Sydney Sights, Opera House & City Center Drop-Off medium activity · SYD-011
December 5, 2026 Eden
About Eden
Eden combines Sapphire Coast scenery with maritime history and access to rugged Australian coastal landscapes.
Published port schedule
- December 5, 2026 Arrival 9:00 AM · Departure 4:00 PM
Shore excursions currently listed
- Australian Wildlife Sanctuary & Merimbula medium activity · QDN-005
- Pambula River Kayaking strenuous activity · QDN-008
- Bundle Special: Wildlife Experience medium activity · QDN-BUN1
- The Legend of Old Tom - Eden's Killer Whale Trail mild activity · QDN-015
- Cruising Twofold Bay mild activity · QDN-002
- Haycock Point Cultural & Nature Experience medium activity · QDN-013
- Lake Curalo Guided E-Bike Tour strenuous activity · QDN-014
- The Villages of the Sapphire Coast medium activity · QDN-010
- Bundle Special 1: Three Amazing Tours medium activity · QDN-BUN2
- Beowa National Park Scenic Ranger Tour medium activity · QDN-011
- Cruising for Oysters in Eden mild activity · QDN-018
- Nanda Nara Cultural Experience strenuous activity · QDN-019
December 6, 2026; December 8, 2026; December 9, 2026 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 7, 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 7, 2026 Arrival 8:00 AM · Departure 6:00 PM
Shore excursions currently listed
- Channel Food & Wine Tour medium activity · HBA-013
- Richmond and Tasmanian Devils medium activity · HBA-003
- Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary at Night medium activity · HBA-001
- Floating Sauna Cruise medium activity · HBA-018
- Hobart Highlights mild activity · HBA-002
- Private Car with Driver and Guide - Half Day mild activity · HBA-PVH
- Private Car with Driver and Guide - Half Day mild activity · HBA-PCF
- Private Car with Driver and Guide - Half Day mild activity · HBA-PVF
- Private Car with Driver and Guide - Half Day mild activity · HBA-PCH
- Hastings Caves and Huon Valley medium activity · HBA-WC1
- Farm Tunnel & Fungi Experience medium activity · HBA-017
- Cascades Female Factory medium activity · HBA-019
- Port Arthur Explorer medium activity · HBA-015
- Meet the Makers medium activity · HBA-014
- Art at MONA medium activity · HBA-011
- Hobart Pub Tour medium activity · HBA-016
December 10, 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 10, 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.
December 11, 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 11, 2026 Arrival 7:30 AM · Departure 8:00 PM
Shore excursions currently listed
- Nature's Wonders and Otago Peninsula medium activity · DUD-002
- Dunedin Panorama mild activity · DUD-001
- Orokonui Ecosanctuary Explorer strenuous activity · DUD-008
- Otago High Country Station medium activity · DUD-010
- Royal Albatross Encounter strenuous activity · DUD-009
- Craft Dunedin strenuous activity · DUD-007
- Wildlife Discovery Cruise mild activity · DUD-003
- Larnach Castle and Garden with High Tea medium activity · DUD-005
- Private Car with Driver/Guide - Full Day mild activity · DUD-PCF1
- Private Car with Driver/Guide - Half Day mild activity · DUD-PCH1
- Private Van with Driver/Guide - Full Day mild activity · DUD-PVF1
- Private Van with Driver/Guide - Half Day mild activity · DUD-PVH1
December 12, 2026 Timaru
About Timaru
Timaru combines Victorian and Edwardian buildings with Caroline Bay and the South Canterbury Museum.
Published port schedule
- December 12, 2026 Arrival 8:00 AM · Departure 6:00 PM
Shore excursions currently listed
- Timaru Discovery Walk medium activity · TIU-001
- Oamaru & Moeraki Boulders medium activity · TIU-004
- Alpine Lakes & Mountains mild activity · TIU-005
- Harlau House Southern Hospitality medium activity · TIU-006
- Maori Rock Art Tour medium activity · TIU-002
- Timaru & Geraldine Drive mild activity · TIU-003
December 13, 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 13, 2026 Arrival 6:00 AM · Departure 6:00 PM
Shore excursions currently listed
- Journey to Middle Earth mild activity · CHC-002
- Private Car with Driver/Guide (Full Day) mild activity · CHC-PCF1
- Private Van with Driver/Guide (Full Day) mild activity · CHC-PVF1
- Canterbury Sheep Farm Town and Country Experience mild activity · CHC-003
- A Taste of Antarctica & Christchurch City medium activity · CHC-008
- High Country Off Road & Jet Boat strenuous activity · CHC-001
- Private Van with Driver/Guide (Half Day) mild activity · CHC-PVH1
- Private Car with Driver/Guide (Half Day) mild activity · CHC-PCH1
- Waipara Wine Tasting medium activity · CHC-004
- Ballymoney Farmhouse & Garden Experience medium activity · CHC-009
December 14, 2026 Picton
About Picton
Picton sits near Queen Charlotte Sound and provides access to Marlborough's wine country, waterside activities and local seafood.
Published port schedule
- December 14, 2026 Arrival 8:00 AM · Departure 8:00 PM
Shore excursions currently listed
- Queen Charlotte Sound Cruise mild activity · PCN-008
- A Stroll Through Picton strenuous activity · PCN-007
- Paua Pearl Farm mild activity · PCN-009
- Cloudy Bay Wine and Wanderings medium activity · PCN-010
- Wineries of Marlborough mild activity · PCN-001
- Queen Charlotte Sound Kayaking strenuous activity · PCN-006
- Seafood Odyssey mild activity · PCN-003
December 15, 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 15, 2026 Arrival 8:00 AM · Departure 6:00 PM
Shore excursions currently listed
- Private Van with Driver/Guide (Full Day) mild activity · WLG-PVF1
- Private Car with Driver/Guide (Full Day) mild activity · WLG-PCF1
- Seal Colony Encounter medium activity · WLG-008
- Scenic Wellington and Botanical Garden medium activity · WLG-002
- Zealandia Sanctuary and Otari Wilton Bush Walk medium activity · WLG-005
- Wellington Highlights medium activity · WLG-001
- 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
December 16, 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 16, 2026 Arrival 10:00 AM · Departure 10:00 PM
Shore excursions currently listed
- Cape Kidnappers Gannet Safari medium activity · NPE-002
- Napier and a Stroll Through the Art Deco District medium activity · NPE-004
- Vintage Car Ride medium activity · NPE-011
- Tuki-Tuki Valley Farm Adventure medium activity · NPE-012
- Wine Tasting in Hawkes Bay mild activity · NPE-008
- Hawkes Bay Express mild activity · NPE-003
- Craggy Range Ultimate Food & Wine Experience mild activity · NPE-013
- AzAmazing Evening - Starlight Soirée at Napier’s Municipal Theatre medium activity · NPE-AE1
December 17, 2026 Gisborne
About Gisborne
Gisborne offers beaches, wine-growing traditions and strong Maori cultural connections on New Zealand's coast.
Published port schedule
- December 17, 2026 Arrival 8:00 AM · Departure 4:00 PM
Shore excursions currently listed
- Eastwood Hill Arboretu medium activity · GIS-008
- Gisborne City Cycle strenuous activity · GIS-009
- Station Life in Rural New Zealand medium activity · GIS-010
- Two Gisborne Wineries medium activity · GIS-012
December 18, 2026 Tauranga
About Tauranga
Tauranga combines golden beaches and parks with coastal activities and opportunities for walking and wildlife outings.
Published port schedule
- December 18, 2026 Arrival 8:00 AM · Departure 6:00 PM
Shore excursions currently listed
- Ancient Maori Rock Art, Marae and Family Lunch medium activity · TRG-003
- 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
- Beaches, Lakes and Legends medium activity · TRG-016
- Waihi Gold Discovery medium activity · TRG-017
- Te Pa Tu Maori Village medium activity · TRG-015
- Tauranga Highlights medium activity · TRG-004
- Ngati Makino - The Little Tribe That Could medium activity · TRG-014
- Te Puia Geothermal Experience medium activity · TRG-009
- Private Van with Driver/Guide (Half Day) mild activity · TRG-PVH1
- Private Car with Driver/Guide (Half Day) mild activity · TRG-PCH1
- Truffle Treasure medium activity · TRG-012
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 Arrival 7:00 AM · Disembarkation
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
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
Australia & New Zealand Cruise: Hobart, Wellington & Tauranga · PR261204-015 · December 4-19 2026
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 | 2026-12-04 | Sydney (White Bay), Australia | Embarkation | 6:00 PM |
| 2 | 2026-12-05 | Eden, Australia | 9:00 AM | 4:00 PM |
| 3 | 2026-12-06 | At Sea | At sea | At sea |
| 4 | 2026-12-07 | Hobart, Tasmania, Australia | 8:00 AM | 6:00 PM |
| 5 | 2026-12-08 | At Sea | At sea | At sea |
| 6 | 2026-12-09 | At Sea | At sea | At sea |
| 7 | 2026-12-10 | Milford Sound, New Zealand | In port | Not published |
| 8 | 2026-12-11 | Dunedin, New Zealand | 7:30 AM | 8:00 PM |
| 9 | 2026-12-12 | Timaru, New Zealand | 8:00 AM | 6:00 PM |
| 10 | 2026-12-13 | Christchurch, New Zealand | 6:00 AM | 6:00 PM |
| 11 | 2026-12-14 | Picton, New Zealand | 8:00 AM | 8:00 PM |
| 12 | 2026-12-15 | Wellington, New Zealand | 8:00 AM | 6:00 PM |
| 13 | 2026-12-16 | Napier, New Zealand | 10:00 AM | 10:00 PM |
| 14 | 2026-12-17 | Gisborne, New Zealand | 8:00 AM | 4:00 PM |
| 15 | 2026-12-18 | Tauranga, New Zealand | 8:00 AM | 6:00 PM |
| 16 | 2026-12-19 | Auckland, New Zealand | 7:00 AM | Disembarkation |
A closer look at this sailing
Australia & New Zealand Cruise: Hobart, Wellington & Tauranga aboard Azamara Pursuit
Azamara Pursuit sails from Sydney (White Bay), Australia to Auckland, New Zealand on this 15-night voyage, December 4-19 2026. 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 Eden, Hobart, Tasmania, Milford Sound, Dunedin, Timaru, Christchurch, Picton, Wellington, with further calls detailed in the full schedule. The schedule also contains 3 entries at sea, providing intervals between destinations.
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