ROYAL CARIBBEAN CRUISE LINE - NEW ZEALAND

Accommodating 4,905 guests , Ovation of the Seas is one of Royal Caribbean ’ s Quantum-class ships and features a variety of cutting-edge activities and dining venues for all ages . Along with a wide selection of staterooms , look forward to superb entertainment and unique experiences such as the iFLY RipCord skydiving simulator , FlowRider surf simulator and North Star observation pod .

DAY 1 Fly to Sydney

DAY 2 Sydney On arrival you are transferred to your hotel .

DAYS 3-4 Sydney

At leisure to explore as you wish and you ’ ll have no trouble filling your days with a wealth of sights , sounds and activities to delight . Be sure to visit one or all of the city ’ s three iconic landmarks : the Sydney Opera House , the massive arched Harbour Bridge and white-sanded , crescent-shaped Bondi Beach .

DAY 5 Sydney / Cruise

At leisure before you transfer to the port for embarkation and early evening departure .

DAYS 6-7 At sea

Two full days at sea give you time to familiarise yourself with the many onboard amenities .

DAY 8 Milford Sound , Doubtful Sound & Dusky Sound , New Zealand

Mountains and waterfalls abound in South Island ’ s Milford Sound , one of New Zealand ’ s top attractions and a site of otherworldly beauty . Next up is Doubtful Sound , the deepest and second-largest fiord in New Zealand , known for its towering waterfalls . Later , cruise on to Dusky Sound where you can watch for sunbathing seals .

DAY 9 Dunedin , New Zealand

Lying on the Otago Peninsula , Dunedin basks in its Scottish heritage . Explore Larnach Castle and Gardens , check out Baldwin Street , explore St Paul ’ s Cathedral or head to Taiaroa Head at the end of the Otago Peninsula where unique wildlife abounds .

DAY 10 Lyttelton ( Christchurch ), New Zealand

This welcoming town is home to big travel attractions and major beauty . Head into downtown Lyttelton to browse independent boutiques and a lively arts scene . Visit nearby Christchurch and stroll through beautiful Hagley Park or see Maori artefacts at the Canterbury Museum .

DAY 11 Wellington , New Zealand

New Zealand ’ s capital has an abundance of cultural attractions like the National Library , National Archives , theatres and excellent museums . The city is also home to the country ’ s film industry and is nicknamed Wellywood !

DAY 12 Picton , New Zealand

On the northeast corner of South Island , Picton provides access to Marlborough Sounds and to New Zealand ’ s most famous wine region , Marlborough . The pretty harbour town has several cafés and shops plus a market when cruise ships are in port .

DAYS 13-14 At sea

Options for your two days at sea , include scenery scoping from the unrivalled perspective of the North Star , which is currently the highest vantage point on any cruise ship . Adventurers may like to try simulated skydiving or thrilling surf sessions on the FlowRider . Of course , you can simply opt to laze and socialise with new friends .

DAY 15 Sydney / Melbourne

Bid farewell to life at sea and transfer to the airport for your onward flight to Melbourne . On arrival transfer to your hotel .

DAY 16 Melbourne

A joy to explore on foot or by tram , Melbourne ’ s top sights include the character-filled cobbled laneways , ultramodern Federation Square , and sport ’ s fans won ’ t want to miss the iconic MCG .

DAY 17 Melbourne

The tour concludes as you are transferred to the airport for your onward journey .

Melbourne

Sydney

Tasman Sea NORTH ISLAND

Wellington

Picton SOUTH

ISLAND Lyttleton Milford Sound

Dunedin

NEW ZEALAND

Sydney 3 nights ~ Ovation of the Seas 10 nights Melbourne 2 nights

Federation Square , Melbourne

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

Departures : 17 Feb 24 . Accommodation : 3 nights before your cruise at Best Western Plus Stellar , Sydney ; 10 nights in an inside cabin aboard Ovation of the Seas ; 2 nights after your cruise at The Victoria Hotel , Melbourne . Meals : Room only in Sydney and Melbourne . Full board on cruise . Cruise & stay price : Includes international flights , transfers between airports and hotels , transfers between hotel and port , transfer between port and airport , onward domestic flights , and accommodation as shown above .

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