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Scenic Eclipse II October 29-November 30 2028 Cruise & Offers | Scenic Cruises
Ultimate Voyage: Great Barrier Reef & New Zealand's Fjords: Cairns to Auckland
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October 29-November 30 2028 · Voyage 133O291028.1
Ports & shore experiences
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October 29 2028Cairns, Queensland, Australia
About Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Welcome on board Scenic Eclipse II, your ultra-luxury Cairns, Queensland, Australia is a published destination on Ultimate Voyage: Great Barrier Reef & New Zealand's Fjords: Cairns to Auckland aboard Scenic Eclipse II. It provides the setting for this stage of the journey; arrival, departure, berthing and excursion details are displayed only when...
Experience planning
No separate voyage-specific experience list is verified in the current official data for this entry. Deluxe Cruises can help review the final programme closer to departure.
October 30 2028Willis Island, Coral Sea Islands, Australia
About Willis Island, Coral Sea Islands, Australia
The Coral Sea Islands Territory extends east and south from the outer edge of the Great Barrier Reef, covering 51 islets and cays, alongside 30 separate reefs and atolls. Willis Island is the only permanently inhabited island, staffed by a small team at the weather monitoring station, which was established in 1921 to provide a cyclone early warning service for Queenslanders.
Experience planning
No separate voyage-specific experience list is verified in the current official data for this entry. Deluxe Cruises can help review the final programme closer to departure.
October 31 2028Magnetic Island, Queensland, Australia
About Magnetic Island, Queensland, Australia
Two-thirds national park and surrounded by 23 secluded bays and soft sand beaches, Magnetic Island is renowned for its natural beauty and serenity. Explore an untouched haven of eucalyptus trees with sleeping koalas, hiking trails and open roads. Enjoy panoramic views from the lounge on Deck 10 or relax on your suite’s verandah for views of the dramatic coastline.
Verified voyage-specific experiences
- Scenic Discovery. The exact-voyage entry mentions Zodiac cruising or transfers, kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, helicopter flightseeing, submersible exploration, snorkelling. These are published possibilities, not guaranteed operations.
November 1 2028Airlie Beach, Whitsundays, Queensland, Australia
About Airlie Beach, Whitsundays, Queensland, Australia
Airlie Beach serves as the gateway to the iconic Whitsunday Islands and the Great Barrier Reef. Fringed by palm-lined beaches and set in a tropical climate, the town exudes a relaxed charm that complements the natural beauty of the surrounding islands.
Verified voyage-specific experiences
- Scenic Discovery. The exact-voyage entry mentions submersible exploration. These are published possibilities, not guaranteed operations.
November 2 2028Percy Isles, Queensland, Australia
About Percy Isles, Queensland, Australia
Scenic Eclipse II’s design and environmental credentials allow access to the remote Percy Isles, a rarely visited group of islands in the Coral Sea. Middle Percy rises as a densely wooded hilltop above the surrounding waters, offering dramatic natural scenery. On the island, West Beach features a unique collection of memorabilia left by past visitors.
Verified voyage-specific experiences
- Scenic Discovery. The exact-voyage entry mentions Zodiac cruising or transfers, kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, submersible exploration. These are published possibilities, not guaranteed operations.
November 3 2028Great Keppel Island (Wop-pa), Queensland, Australia
About Great Keppel Island (Wop-pa), Queensland, Australia
Great Keppel Island, often called Wop-pa, is a tropical island retreat surrounded by inviting coastal waters. Snorkel or swim from the yacht or the island’s white sand beaches, where marine life such as turtles, dugongs, and a variety of fish can often be seen.
Verified voyage-specific experiences
- Scenic Discovery. The exact-voyage entry mentions Zodiac cruising or transfers, kayaking, submersible exploration, snorkelling. These are published possibilities, not guaranteed operations.
November 4 2028Lady Elliot Island, Great Barrier Reef, Australia
About Lady Elliot Island, Great Barrier Reef, Australia
Lady Elliot Island is your first stop at the World Heritage-listed Great Barrier Reef. This lush island paradise is known for its giant manta rays and turtles as well as its commitment to sustainability through the use of renewable energy, invasive species eradication and other notable environmental initiatives.
Verified voyage-specific experiences
- Scenic Discovery. The exact-voyage entry mentions kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, submersible exploration, snorkelling. These are published possibilities, not guaranteed operations.
November 5 2028K'gari (Fraser Island), Queensland, Australia
About K'gari (Fraser Island), Queensland, Australia
K’gari (Fraser Island) is the world’s largest sand island and a World Heritage-listed destination celebrated for its remarkable landscapes and unique wildlife. Stretching over 120 kilometres, the island features ancient sand dunes, secluded beaches, freshwater lakes and creeks, and pockets of lush rainforest.
Experience planning
No separate voyage-specific experience list is verified in the current official data for this entry. Deluxe Cruises can help review the final programme closer to departure.
November 6 & 7 2028Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
About Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
In the late afternoon, Scenic Eclipse II arrives in Brisbane for an overnight stay, offering a chance to experience the city at a relaxed pace. Brisbane, Queensland’s vibrant capital, is known for its modern architecture, lively riverside precincts, and diverse dining scene.
Experience planning
No separate voyage-specific experience list is verified in the current official data for this entry. Deluxe Cruises can help review the final programme closer to departure.
November 8 2028Coffs Harbour, New South Wales, Australia
About Coffs Harbour, New South Wales, Australia
Coffs Harbour is a laid-back coastal town set between the Great Dividing Range and the Pacific Ocean. Known for its expansive beaches and relaxed atmosphere, it offers a blend of scenic coastline, lush hinterlands, and local character.
Experience planning
No separate voyage-specific experience list is verified in the current official data for this entry. Deluxe Cruises can help review the final programme closer to departure.
November 9 2028Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia
About Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia
Newcastle offers a compelling blend of coastal charm and cultural character, with sweeping ocean views, heritage architecture, and a growing contemporary arts scene. Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours was founded in Newcastle, giving the city a special significance for the company.
Experience planning
No separate voyage-specific experience list is verified in the current official data for this entry. Deluxe Cruises can help review the final programme closer to departure.
November 10 2028Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
About Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Sydney unfolds around a wide, sheltered harbour, with the Harbour Bridge and Opera House as its main landmarks. Historic streets in The Rocks sit close to the water, alongside galleries, gardens and neighbourhoods that stretch out towards ocean pools and surf beaches.
Experience planning
No separate voyage-specific experience list is verified in the current official data for this entry. Deluxe Cruises can help review the final programme closer to departure.
November 11 2028Eden, New South Wales, Australia
About Eden, New South Wales, Australia
Eden is a charming coastal town on Australia’s Sapphire Coast, home to just 3,000 residents. Nestled between two picturesque bays and set against rolling hills, dramatic cliffs, and expansive sandy beaches, Eden offers stunning coastal scenery at every turn. The town’s rich maritime history is reflected in its whaling heritage.
Experience planning
No separate voyage-specific experience list is verified in the current official data for this entry. Deluxe Cruises can help review the final programme closer to departure.
November 12 2028Deal Island, Kent Island Group, Tasmania, Australia
About Deal Island, Kent Island Group, Tasmania, Australia
The Kent Island Group forms Tasmania’s northernmost national park, protecting a remote cluster of islands and surrounding marine environment. Shaped by an ancient land bridge that once connected Tasmania to mainland Australia, the area is rich in both geological and ecological significance.
Verified voyage-specific experiences
- Scenic Discovery. The exact-voyage entry mentions Zodiac cruising or transfers, guided hiking or trekking. These are published possibilities, not guaranteed operations.
November 13 2028Beauty Point (Launceston), Tasmania, Australia
About Beauty Point (Launceston), Tasmania, Australia
Beauty Point, a charming riverside town on the Tamar River, serves as the gateway to Launceston and the surrounding Tamar Valley. The region is renowned for its rolling vineyards, which provide a panoramic setting to the tranquil river.
Experience planning
No separate voyage-specific experience list is verified in the current official data for this entry. Deluxe Cruises can help review the final programme closer to departure.
November 14 2028Grassy, King Island, Tasmania, Australia
About Grassy, King Island, Tasmania, Australia
King Island sits in the heart of Bass Strait, between Victoria and Tasmania’s northwest coast. Renowned for its quiet charm, expansive beaches, and dramatic coastal cliffs, the island blends natural beauty with a rich sense of history. Explore historic lighthouses, admire rugged seascapes, and observe the distinctive wildlife, from seabirds to native marsupials.
Verified voyage-specific experiences
- Scenic Discovery. The exact-voyage entry mentions Zodiac cruising or transfers. These are published possibilities, not guaranteed operations.
November 15 2028Cruising West Coast, Tasmania, Australia
About Cruising West Coast, Tasmania, Australia
Sail along Tasmania’s rugged west coast, where untamed wilderness meets the comfort of Scenic Eclipse II. Towering mountain peaks, dense temperate rainforests, and winding rivers meet the vast expanse of the Southern Ocean, creating dramatic coastal vistas.
Day planning
No separate voyage-specific experience list is verified in the current official data for this entry. Deluxe Cruises can help review the final programme closer to departure.
November 16 2028Port Davey, Tasmania, Australia
About Port Davey, Tasmania, Australia
Explore the untouched beauty of Port Davey, nestled within Tasmania’s Southwest Wilderness World Heritage Area. This remote region is defined by rugged coastlines, dense temperate rainforests, and pristine waterways, offering a rare glimpse into one of Australia’s most unspoiled landscapes.
Experience planning
No separate voyage-specific experience list is verified in the current official data for this entry. Deluxe Cruises can help review the final programme closer to departure.
November 17 2028Hobart, Tasmania, Australia
About Hobart, Tasmania, Australia
Arriving in Tasmania’s capital, Hobart, reveals a city shaped by its surroundings - mountains rising behind historic streets and calm waterways stretching toward the Southern Ocean. The compact waterfront blends colonial architecture with a lively yet understated cultural scene.
Experience planning
No separate voyage-specific experience list is verified in the current official data for this entry. Deluxe Cruises can help review the final programme closer to departure.
November 18 & 19 2028At Sea
About At Sea
Begin your morning at sea with a refreshing dip in the Vitality pool on Deck 10, followed by a leisurely coffee at the Observation Lounge. Alternatively, join an early guided meditation session, embracing the tranquillity of the open sea.
Day planning
No separate voyage-specific experience list is verified in the current official data for this entry. Deluxe Cruises can help review the final programme closer to departure.
November 20 2028Cruising Milford Sound, New Zealand
About Cruising Milford Sound, New Zealand
The rugged West Coast of New Zealand’s South Island offers some of the country’s most stunning scenery. You’ll cruise through Fiordland National Park, which covers more than 1.2 million hectares of granite peaks, shimmering lakes, deep black fjords and spectacular waterfalls. Rudyard Kipling described Milford Sound as the ‘eighth wonder of the world’.
Day planning
No separate voyage-specific experience list is verified in the current official data for this entry. Deluxe Cruises can help review the final programme closer to departure.
November 21 2028Cruising Doubtful Sound > Cruising Dusky Sound, New Zealand
About Cruising Doubtful Sound > Cruising Dusky Sound, New Zealand
Step into history as you cruise Doubtful Sound, named by Captain Cook in 1770 when its narrow entrance persuaded him to sail elsewhere. Today, its breathtaking beauty is wonderfully secluded, offering a serene escape. Glide past towering cliffs, keep an eye out for playful bottlenose dolphins, and perhaps spot the elusive Fiordland crested penguin along the shore.
Day planning
No separate voyage-specific experience list is verified in the current official data for this entry. Deluxe Cruises can help review the final programme closer to departure.
November 22 2028Bluff, New Zealand
About Bluff, New Zealand
At the southern tip of the South Island, Bluff is one of New Zealand’s oldest European settlements, its history shaped by whaling, fishing and the waters of Foveaux Strait. Its cool, nutrient-rich seas nurture one of the world’s most renowned natural oyster beds, with Bluff oysters regarded as a seasonal delicacy.
Experience planning
No separate voyage-specific experience list is verified in the current official data for this entry. Deluxe Cruises can help review the final programme closer to departure.
November 23 2028Oban, Stewart Island, New Zealand
About Oban, Stewart Island, New Zealand
Stewart Island sits 30 kilometres off the southern tip of the South Island. It is one of the last inhabited outposts before you reach Antarctica. Its only settlement, the tiny village of Oban, clings bravely to the northern shore. This is New Zealand off the grid, a remote place of spectacular scenery and abundant wildlife.
Experience planning
No separate voyage-specific experience list is verified in the current official data for this entry. Deluxe Cruises can help review the final programme closer to departure.
November 24 2028Port Chalmers (Dunedin), New Zealand
About Port Chalmers (Dunedin), New Zealand
Wake up in Port Chalmers, the gateway to Dunedin, one of New Zealand’s most historic cities. Founded in 1848, it has a proud Scottish lineage – in fact, Dunedin takes its name from the old Gaelic for Edinburgh, Dùn Èideann.
Experience planning
No separate voyage-specific experience list is verified in the current official data for this entry. Deluxe Cruises can help review the final programme closer to departure.
November 25 2028Kaikoura, New Zealand
About Kaikoura, New Zealand
You’ll arrive in Kaikoura early this morning. This tiny town sits in a spectacular natural environment, flanked by the Pacific Ocean on one side and the snow-capped Seaward Kaikoura Range on the other. The town began life as a whaling station in the mid 1800s; visit the oldest surviving building, Fyffe House, or the Kaikoura Museum to learn more about its history.
Experience planning
No separate voyage-specific experience list is verified in the current official data for this entry. Deluxe Cruises can help review the final programme closer to departure.
November 26 2028Wellington, New Zealand
About Wellington, New Zealand
Wellington sits astride the Cook Strait, its harbour ringed by steep, villa-dotted hills and a compact, walkable centre. Rather than dwell on its “Windy City” reputation, locals focus on culture: the distinctive Beehive parliament building, a thriving café scene and a strong design sensibility in its boutiques, small galleries and studios.
Experience planning
No separate voyage-specific experience list is verified in the current official data for this entry. Deluxe Cruises can help review the final programme closer to departure.
November 27 2028Napier, New Zealand
About Napier, New Zealand
Arriving in Napier, it can feel as though the clock has paused in the 1930s. After a devastating earthquake in 1931, the city centre was almost entirely rebuilt in the Art Deco style of the era, with clean lines, pastel facades and geometric detailing.
Experience planning
No separate voyage-specific experience list is verified in the current official data for this entry. Deluxe Cruises can help review the final programme closer to departure.
November 28 2028Gisborne, New Zealand
About Gisborne, New Zealand
Gisborne, known affectionately as “Gizzy”, is celebrated as one of the first cities in the world to greet the new day. Its relaxed coastal atmosphere is complemented by a strong food and wine culture, with vineyards in the surrounding Tairawhiti region particularly noted for expressive whites and rich Chardonnay.
Experience planning
No separate voyage-specific experience list is verified in the current official data for this entry. Deluxe Cruises can help review the final programme closer to departure.
November 29 2028Tauranga, New Zealand
About Tauranga, New Zealand
Today your Tauranga, New Zealand is a published destination on Ultimate Voyage: Great Barrier Reef & New Zealand's Fjords: Cairns to Auckland aboard Scenic Eclipse II. It provides the setting for this stage of the journey; arrival, departure, berthing and excursion details are displayed only when they appear in the stored Scenic schedule, and final operating information should be reconfirmed before sailing.
Experience planning
No separate voyage-specific experience list is verified in the current official data for this entry. Deluxe Cruises can help review the final programme closer to departure.
November 30 2028Auckland, New Zealand
About Auckland, New Zealand
You’ll end your journey in the nation’s largest city, Auckland. Home to around a third of the entire New Zealand population, Auckland is a stylish, cosmopolitan city set around two grand harbours. It’s packed with fascinating museums, world-class art galleries and stylish shops featuring local designers.
Experience planning
No separate voyage-specific experience list is verified in the current official data for this entry. Deluxe Cruises can help review the final programme closer to departure.
Please note: Call times, operation type and experience details are shown only when verified in the exact-voyage data. Unpublished details have not been estimated. Confirm the final programme with Deluxe Cruises before sailing. No cruise-line links or itinerary prices are included here.
A closer look at this sailing
Ultimate Voyage: Great Barrier Reef & New Zealand's Fjords: Cairns to Auckland aboard Scenic Eclipse II
On October 29-November 30 2028, Scenic Eclipse II follows official voyage 133O291028.1 from Cairns, Australia to Auckland, New Zealand over 33 days. Its published progression includes Cairns, Queensland, Australia, Willis Island, Coral Sea Islands, Australia, Magnetic Island, Queensland, Australia, Airlie Beach, Whitsundays, Queensland, Australia, Percy Isles, Queensland, Australia.
Journey from Australia’s tropical north to the wild southern landscapes of New Zealand on this immersive Ultimate Voyage on board Scenic Eclipse II, your ultra-luxury Scenic Discovery Yacht. From the vibrant reefs of the Great Barrier Reef and the islands of the Coral Sea to Tasmania’s rugged coastline and New Zealand’s spectacular fjords, this extended journey showcases an extraordinary diversity of natural environments, rich wildlife, and iconic coastal destinations.
Scenic's official catalog provides 33 day-by-day entries for this departure but does not publish daily arrival and departure times. Those times remain explicitly unpublished here rather than being estimated.
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