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Azamara Pursuit December 20 2027 - January 5 2028 Cruise & Offers
Auckland, New Zealand to Sydney, Australia
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December 20 2027 - January 5 2028 · Voyage PR271220-016
Ports & shore experiences
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December 20, 2027 Auckland
About Auckland
Auckland combines a volcanic landscape with coastal recreation, beaches, sheltered coves and wine-country outings.
Published port schedule
- December 20, 2027 Embarkation · Departure 6:00 PM
Shore excursions currently listed
- Waitomo Glow Worm Caves with Airport Drop Off strenuous activity · AKL-AP2
- Auckland City and Harbour Highlights with Airport Drop Off medium activity · AKL-AP1
December 21, 2027 Bay Of Islands
About Bay Of Islands
The Bay of Islands combines maritime history with a sheltered coastal setting popular for sailing, fishing and other outdoor activities.
Published port schedule
- December 21, 2027 Arrival 6:30 AM · Departure 5:00 PM
Shore excursions currently listed
- Glow Worms & Kauri Forest strenuous activity · WTG-002
- Light Tackle Fishing medium activity · WTG-007
- Waitangi Estuary Kayaking & Waterfall strenuous activity · WTG-001
- Highlights by V8 Trike medium activity · WTG-009
- Relaxing Russell Lunch Cruise mild activity · WTG-004
- Hole in the Rock by Helicopters medium activity · WTG-010
- Heritage Rail & River Journey medium activity · WTG-012
- Bay of Islands History and Artistry medium activity · WTG-005
- Flavors & Forest - A Taste of the Bay of Islands medium activity · WTG-011
December 22, 2027 Tauranga
About Tauranga
Tauranga combines golden beaches and parks with coastal activities and opportunities for walking and wildlife outings.
Published port schedule
- December 22, 2027 Arrival 8:00 AM · Departure 5:00 PM
Shore excursions currently listed
- Private Car with Driver/Guide (Full Day) mild activity · TRG-PCF1
- Private Van with Driver/Guide (Half Day) mild activity · TRG-PVH1
- 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 (Half Day) mild activity · TRG-PCH1
- Beaches, Lakes and Legends medium activity · TRG-016
- Te Puia Geothermal Experience medium activity · TRG-009
- Te Pa Tu Maori Village medium activity · TRG-015
- Waihi Gold Discovery medium activity · TRG-017
- Tauranga Highlights medium activity · TRG-004
- Ngati Makino - The Little Tribe That Could medium activity · TRG-014
- Truffle Treasure medium activity · TRG-012
December 23, 2027 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 23, 2027 Arrival 1:00 PM · Departure 9:00 PM
Shore excursions currently listed
- Hawkes Bay Express mild activity · NPE-003
- Napier and a Stroll Through the Art Deco District medium activity · NPE-004
- Vintage Car Ride medium activity · NPE-011
- Wine Tasting in Hawkes Bay mild activity · NPE-008
- Cape Kidnappers Gannet Safari medium activity · NPE-002
- Craggy Range Ultimate Food & Wine Experience mild activity · NPE-013
December 24, 2027 Wellington
About Wellington
Wellington offers a strong coffee culture and evening entertainment, with Courtenay Place among its principal nightlife districts.
Published port schedule
- December 24, 2027 Arrival 1:00 PM · Departure 8:00 PM
Shore excursions currently listed
- Scenic Wellington and Botanical Garden medium activity · WLG-002
- Private Car with Driver/Guide (Half Day) mild activity · WLG-PCH1
- Private Van with Driver/Guide (Half Day) mild activity · WLG-PVH1
- Wellington Highlights medium activity · WLG-001
- Zealandia Sanctuary and Otari Wilton Bush Walk medium activity · WLG-005
- Wellington Delights strenuous activity · WLG-007
- Seal Colony Encounter medium activity · WLG-008
5 scheduled dates · Dec 25 - Jan 3, 2028 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 26, 2027 Dunedin
About Dunedin
Dunedin's Scottish heritage complements nearby beaches and the Otago Peninsula, a region noted for distinctive wildlife.
Published port schedule
- December 26, 2027 Arrival 7:30 AM · Departure 4:00 PM
Shore excursions currently listed
- Dunedin Panorama mild activity · DUD-001
- Nature's Wonders and Otago Peninsula medium activity · DUD-002
- Larnach Castle and Garden with High Tea medium activity · DUD-005
- Orokonui Ecosanctuary Explorer strenuous activity · DUD-008
- Wildlife Discovery Cruise mild activity · DUD-003
- Otago High Country Station medium activity · DUD-010
- Craft Dunedin strenuous activity · DUD-007
- Royal Albatross Encounter strenuous activity · DUD-009
- Private Car with Driver/Guide - Half Day mild activity · DUD-PCH1
- Private Van with Driver/Guide - Half Day mild activity · DUD-PVH1
December 27, 2027 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 27, 2027 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 30-31, 2027 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 30, 2027 Arrival 8:00 AM · Overnight in port
- December 31, 2027 Departure 11:00 PM
Shore excursions currently listed
- Hobart Highlights mild activity · HBA-002 · December 30, 2027
- Private Car with Driver and Guide - Half Day mild activity · HBA-PVH · December 30-31, 2027
- Private Car with Driver and Guide - Half Day mild activity · HBA-PCF · December 30-31, 2027
- Private Car with Driver and Guide - Half Day mild activity · HBA-PVF · December 30-31, 2027
- Private Car with Driver and Guide - Half Day mild activity · HBA-PCH · December 30-31, 2027
- Hastings Caves and Huon Valley medium activity · HBA-WC1 · December 30-31, 2027
- Farm Tunnel & Fungi Experience medium activity · HBA-017 · December 30, 2027
- Cascades Female Factory medium activity · HBA-019 · December 30, 2027
- Port Arthur Explorer medium activity · HBA-015 · December 30, 2027
- Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary at Night medium activity · HBA-001 · December 30, 2027
- Twilight Historic Walk medium activity · HBA-021 · December 30, 2027
- Channel Food & Wine Tour medium activity · HBA-013 · December 31, 2027
- Richmond and Tasmanian Devils medium activity · HBA-003 · December 31, 2027
- Wilderness Cruise and Devils medium activity · HBA-004 · December 31, 2027
January 2, 2028 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 2, 2028 Arrival 8:00 AM · Departure 10:00 PM
Shore excursions currently listed
- Flavors of Melbourne Night Trail medium activity · MEL-021
- City Sundowner Kayak Tour strenuous activity · MEL-020
- AzAmazing Evening - Melbourne Mosaic: A Celebration of Culture. medium activity · MEL-AE1
January 4, 2028 Eden
About Eden
Eden combines Sapphire Coast scenery with maritime history and access to rugged Australian coastal landscapes.
Published port schedule
- January 4, 2028 Arrival 8:00 AM · Departure 2:00 PM
Shore excursions currently listed
- Historic Kameruka Estate medium activity · QDN-016
- Tea & Kangaroos medium activity · QDN-017
- Cruising for Oysters in Eden mild activity · QDN-018
- Nanda Nara Cultural Experience strenuous activity · QDN-019
January 5, 2028 Sydney
About Sydney
Sydney's harbor landmarks include the Opera House and Harbour Bridge. The Rocks, Manly and Darling Harbour offer further sightseeing options.
Published port schedule
- January 5, 2028 Arrival 7:00 AM · Disembarkation
Shore excursions
No verified shore excursions are currently published for this port date on this voyage. Ask Deluxe Cruises about the programme when it becomes available.
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: Auckland, Hobart & Melbourne · PR271220-016 · December 20 2027 - January 5 2028
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 | 2027-12-20 | Auckland, New Zealand | Embarkation | 6:00 PM |
| 2 | 2027-12-21 | Bay Of Islands, New Zealand | 6:30 AM | 5:00 PM |
| 3 | 2027-12-22 | Tauranga, New Zealand | 8:00 AM | 5:00 PM |
| 4 | 2027-12-23 | Napier, New Zealand | 1:00 PM | 9:00 PM |
| 5 | 2027-12-24 | Wellington, New Zealand | 1:00 PM | 8:00 PM |
| 6 | 2027-12-25 | At Sea | At sea | At sea |
| 7 | 2027-12-26 | Dunedin, New Zealand | 7:30 AM | 4:00 PM |
| 8 | 2027-12-27 | Milford Sound, New Zealand | In port | Not published |
| 9 | 2027-12-28 | At Sea | At sea | At sea |
| 10 | 2027-12-29 | At Sea | At sea | At sea |
| 11 | 2027-12-30 | Hobart, Tasmania, Australia | 8:00 AM | Overnight in port |
| 12 | 2027-12-31 | Hobart, Tasmania, Australia | In port | 11:00 PM |
| 13 | 2028-01-01 | At Sea | At sea | At sea |
| 14 | 2028-01-02 | Melbourne, Australia | 8:00 AM | 10:00 PM |
| 15 | 2028-01-03 | At Sea | At sea | At sea |
| 16 | 2028-01-04 | Eden, Australia | 8:00 AM | 2:00 PM |
| 17 | 2028-01-05 | Sydney, Australia | 7:00 AM | Disembarkation |
A closer look at this sailing
New Zealand & Australia Holiday Cruise: Auckland, Hobart & Melbourne aboard Azamara Pursuit
Azamara Pursuit sails from Auckland, New Zealand to Sydney, Australia on this 16-night voyage, December 20 2027 - January 5 2028. 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 Bay Of Islands, Tauranga, Napier, Wellington, Dunedin, Milford Sound, Hobart, Tasmania, Melbourne, with further calls detailed in the full schedule. Consecutive dated calls in Hobart, Tasmania give particular weight to those destinations; check the published timings before arranging evening plans. The schedule also contains 5 entries at sea, providing intervals between destinations.
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