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Explorer, 15 Nights Aussie Bites & Kiwi Sights ex Sydney to Auckland
Cruise Explorer, 15 Nights Aussie Bites & Kiwi Sights ex Sydney to Auckland
Cruise Line Regent Seven Seas Cruises
Ship Seven Seas Explorer
Destination South Pacific & New Zealand
Brief Description 15 Night Cruise sailing from Sydney, NSW, Australia onboard Seven Seas Explorer
Type of Cruise Luxury
Departure Date 28 Dec 2025
Cruise Description Seven Seas Explorer® took luxury cruising to the next level, from the palatial Regent Suite to the hand-picked art accentuating her halls.

Melbourne, Australia
Far from the clichéd Australia of popular perception, Melbourne is a graceful city of European style and substance, fine living and cultural riches. Its many green parks and public gardens reflect the foresight of this city's 19th century founders and their intention to create a "pleasing to the eye" metropolis for the enjoyment of all. The city's moderate climate and financial prominence have attracted huge numbers of visitors from all over the world.

Phillip Island, Australia
Phillip Island will captivate you with its iconic wildlife, pristine white beaches and hi-octane motor sports. From tiny penguins to sleepy koalas to Australia’s largest fur seal colony, you can find them here in their natural habitat as part of the UNESCO Western Port Biosphere Reserve. Take in some of the best surfing in the country at Cape Woolamai, set against the backdrop of ancient pink granite. The region was recently declared a National Surfing Reserve in recognition of its rich surfing heritage and pristine natural environment. For a thrilling racing experience visit the Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit.

Burnie (Tasmania), Australia
Located on the northwest coast of Tasmania, Burnie was originally settled in 1827 as “Emu Bay.” The town was later renamed after William Burnie, a director of the Van Diemen’s Land Company. The first settlers literally carved a village out from the rain forests and tea-tree swamps that occupied the area. After mineral deposits were discovered in Tasmania, the town prospered. In the late 30s, Burnie’s industry bloomed even more when Associated Pulp and Paper Mills Limited began large production.

Dunedin, New Zealand
This charming city lies at the head of a fiord-like inlet and is surrounded by seven hills. In the early days, Dunedin was the largest and wealthiest city in the country, thanks mainly to the gold fields. It has been responsible for many firsts: the first to have gaslight, water mains, hydro power and steam trams. Discover the rugged, beautiful Otago Peninsula, filled with geological wonders, and gaze in awe at the great albatross with its ten-foot wingspan. Keep an eye out for fur seals on the rocks and perhaps some yellow-eyed penguins. Visit Larnach Castle, a historic 19th-century property surrounded by gardens and splendid views. It is often said that Dunedin is the most perfectly preserved Victorian City anywhere. Explore historic Dunedin with its splendid Victorian and Edwardian stone buildings. Look for delightful local crafts, artwork, wool and leather items among the souvenirs. Enjoy a wide variety of cuisines as well as lamb and seafood.

Timaru, New Zealand
Scenically poised on the east coast of the South Island, Timaru is the gateway to New Zealand’s most majestic mountains, including its highest peak Mt Cook. Timaru has recaptured much of its Edwardian heritage with vibrant plantings of roses and trees, and a pedestrian-friendly landscape of paved areas, seating and vantage points from which to enjoy the city’s setting between ocean and alps. Tour the Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden and stroll the striking piazza, with its stunning views across Caroline Bay, complemented by the numerous café-bars and restaurants.

Christchurch (Lyttelton), New Zealand
Christchurch is the largest city of the South Island. Sprawling out across the Canterbury Plains, Christchurch was incorporated as a city in 1862. It was named after the Oxford College attended by John Robert Godley, leader of the settlers arriving in the first four ships to Christchurch. It is a charming city, a garden city with many parks within its boundaries. The city has a backdrop of the Southern Alps and long, ocean beaches are only a short drive away.

Wellington, New Zealand
Stroll past Victorian Gothic buildings, visit the exquisite Botanic Gardens, take the cable car up the mountain for a fantastic view, or head for the city beach. Journey around the spectacular harbor with its amazing views and visit a sheep or cattle station. See some of the sites where the Lord of the Rings trilogy was filmed. Shopping: Shop for arts and crafts, jewelry, fine woolens, and leather goods. Shop for arts and crafts, jewelry, fine woolens, and leather goods. Enjoy a variety of continental dishes in addition to succulent lamb and seafood.

Napier, New Zealand
The twin cities of Napier and Hastings, located within the region of Hawke's Bay on the East Coast of New Zealand's North Island, are unique. The area is blessed with a Californian-Mediterranean climate, boasting one of the highest sunshine averages in the country. The area is also dotted with colorful vineyards and orchards, with some of the most fertile farmland you will see. Within the region are more than twenty of New Zealand's finest vineyards.

Auckland, New Zealand
Auckland, “The City Of Sails”, is spread over a narrow isthmus between the sparkling waters of the Waitemata and Manukau Harbours on New Zealand’s North Island. It earns its sobriquet from having more boats per capita than any other city in the world. The first settlers here were the Maori, and are still a vibrant component of its cosmopolitan population. Auckland offers the visitor all the amenities of a world-class city. Browse the shops of Queen Street or the Parnell area with its galleries and boutiques in quaintly restored Victorian buildings. For a magnificent panorama of the city travel to Mount Eden, the city’s highest point, or visit the Skytower for loftier views. Minutes from downtown you can relax on a black sand beach, or explore the America’s Cup Yachting Village. Further afield there are the spectacular pine-clad Waitakere Mountains, the amazing Waitomo Glowworm Caves and the verdant vineyards of Kumeu River Wines.
Sailing Dates
28 Dec 2025
Category Single Twin Triple Quad
H - Suite ‐ AU $15,675 AU $13,933 ‐
G2 - Suite ‐ AU $16,230 AU $14,303 ‐
G1 - Suite ‐ AU $16,455 AU $14,453 ‐
F2 - Suite ‐ AU $17,018 AU $14,829 ‐
F1 - Suite ‐ AU $17,355 AU $15,053 ‐
E - Suite ‐ AU $18,424 AU $15,766 ‐
D - Suite ‐ AU $18,874 AU $16,066 ‐
C - Suite ‐ AU $30,000 AU $23,483 ‐
B - Suite ‐ AU $30,900 AU $24,083 ‐
A - Suite ‐ AU $31,640 AU $24,577 ‐
SS ‐ AU $38,510 AU $32,640 ‐
SS2 - Suite ‐ AU $38,510 AU $32,640 ‐
ES - Suite ‐ AU $42,690 AU $35,427 ‐
GS - Suite ‐ AU $49,410 AU $39,907 ‐
SG ‐ AU $56,870 AU $44,880 ‐
RS - Suite ‐ AU $134,330 AU $100,747 ‐
Cruise Itinerary
Date Port Arrive Depart
28 Dec 2025 Sydney, NSW, Australia 6:00 PM
29 Dec 2025 At Sea    
30 Dec 2025 Melbourne, VIC, Australia 7:00 AM
31 Dec 2025 Melbourne, VIC, Australia 8:00 PM
1 Jan 2026 Phillip Island, Victoria, Australia 7:00 AM 7:00 PM
2 Jan 2026 Burnie, Tasmania, Australia 7:00 AM 4:00 PM
3 Jan 2026 At Sea    
4 Jan 2026 At Sea    
5 Jan 2026 At Sea    
6 Jan 2026 Dunedin (Port Chalmers), New Zealand 8:00 AM 6:00 PM
7 Jan 2026 Timaru, New Zealand 8:00 AM 6:00 PM
8 Jan 2026 Christchurch (Lyttelton), New Zealand 7:00 AM 6:00 PM
9 Jan 2026 Wellington, New Zealand 7:00 AM 4:00 PM
10 Jan 2026 Napier, New Zealand 7:00 AM 2:00 PM
11 Jan 2026 Auckland, New Zealand 4:00 PM
12 Jan 2026 Auckland, New Zealand 7:00 PM
All itineraries and ports of call at the discretion of the cruise line subject to local weather conditions and may change without notice.

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