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Kiwi Adventure

A whole new world.

A cruise to some of the country’s best ports proves that it’s oh-so easy to love thy neighbour.

If you love wine and cheese tasting, swimming with dolphins, shopping sprees, adventure sports, lush green countryside, art deco buildings, and World Heritage listed wonders, then New Zealand is for you.

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P&O Sea Australia & New Zealand

Cruising down under.

Our beautiful backyard awaits. Discover hidden gems and rich history as you explore Australia and New Zealand with P&O. Discover hidden gems and the rich history of both countries. Our cruises depart from Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne, Adelaide, Fremantle, Cairns and Auckland.

You can choose from a range of cruises:

  • Barrier Reef Discovery
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  • Southern Discovery
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  • Australian Explorer

A fresh holiday perspective

Aboard a P&O Cruise, you'll discover a whole new world right on your doorstep. We'll guide you through some of the most spectacular destinations in Australia and New Zealand, from world-famous sights to some of our best-kept secrets. See Australia's white sand beaches in Far North Queensland, snorkel over shipwrecks at Tangalooma Moreton Island, or cruise amongst the snow-capped mountains and glassy waters of Milford Sound in New Zealand.

Discover tropical paradise in your own backyard

Stay close to home but feel a million miles away in picturesque Far North Queensland. Cruise to the stunning towns of Cairns, Port Douglas or Airlie Beach for an idyllic holiday amongst turquoise waters, white sand beaches and swaying palm trees. Read your book by the pool, explore local markets and sample freshly caught local seafood. Or, take a leisurely snorkel beneath the waves to marvel at the spectacular sea life on the Great Barrier Reef Discovery cruise .

Explore the very best bits of Tasmania

With stunning forests, dramatic cliffs and stunning coastline, Tasmania is a one-of-a-kind destination. On a P&O Taste of Tasmania cruise , you’ll discover the rich history, natural wonders and unique quirks of the region. Breathe in the cleanest air in the world, say hello to a Tasmanian Devil, and sample award winning food and wine on this unforgettable travel experience, just a hop skip and a jump away from mainland Australia.

Experience Maori Culture

With the North and South Islands to explore, New Zealand is a land teeming with natural beauty, as well as several UNESCO World Heritage sites to admire. From exploring world-famous Hobitton Shire, the redwood forests and steaming-thermal pools of Rotorua, and New Zealand’s largest national park, Fiordland National Park, a New Zealand cruise is an experience like no other. Whether you love outdoor adventures, tranquil lakes, local gourmet food, rich culture or cosmopolitan cities, this beautiful country has something for everyone.

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‘Cruise to nowhere’: passengers on NZ P&O cruise plagued by bad weather and biosecurity issues

‘Outcry’ about New Zealand holiday plans being scuttled by rough seas and invasive species prompts P&O to offer onboard credits and refunds

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Passengers on a cruise ship prevented from docking in New Zealand due to a dirty hull have been struck by sea sickness after an extended time on large ocean swells.

The P&O Pacific Adventure cruise, which departed Sydney and was due to visit New Zealand, was turned away last week because it could not meet the country’s strict biohazard entry requirements.

Passengers have had to cope with unexpected time at sea amid choppy waters.

“The sick bags are quickly disappearing from the stairwells,” 21-year-old Jake Welch said.

“I feel for all the people who get sea sick, we have had five to 10m swells almost every day.”

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The cruise, which was sold as a round trip to New Zealand between 20 November and 3 December, was scheduled to stop at multiple ports in New Zealand on the north and south islands, including Auckland, Wellington and Fiordland national park.

New Zealand has strict biosecurity laws that prevent a ship from docking if it has invasive species attached to its hull. The cruise had scheduled cleaning in the Bay of Plenty to remove three juvenile mussels and a single hydroid, or Lace Coral.

But the required cleaning could not be completed because conditions for diving were worse than forecast.

The cruise will now stop at Hobart and Port Arthur in Tasmania and Eden on the NSW south coast.

Welch said many of the passengers were disappointed.

“It is very disappointing we never even got to see NZ but overall a holiday is still a holiday. It does seem like lots of people have had their plans ruined,” he said.

Passengers on the cruise who hoped to celebrate birthdays, wedding anniversaries or to get married at particular locations in New Zealand have had to shift their plans.

Some expressed their disappointment on a Facebook page created for the cruise.

“My wife and I are on this crummy cruise to nowhere, very disappointing, never travelling on P&O again,” wrote one passenger.

“I’m furious P&O think this is acceptable,” said another.

The cruise company initially offered a 50% “future cruise credit” scheme for passengers, but there was an “outcry” from passengers, according to Welch.

P&O is now offering a refund on top of a $300 per person onboard credit.

“P&O Cruises Australia can advise a change to the compensation for guests on board Pacific Adventure, after the ship was unable to visit New Zealand,” a spokesperson said.

“We have listened to the feedback from our guests and understand not all of them wish to cruise with us again.

“Again, we apologise for the change in itinerary, and thank our guests for their patience and understanding.”

Welch said he was pleased with the final outcome.

“There isn’t much else they can offer monetarily as our 14-day cruise ends up being $68pp per night, which is far cheaper than a cruise [going] directly to Tasmania,” he said.

“I’m happy with the outcome and would cruise again with them knowing that they are willing to give onboard credit and a refund – although it did take some outcry from the passengers.”

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New Zealand / Aotearoa Cruises

Authentic experiences and extraordinary landscapes await onboard new zealand cruises.

Escape to this unhurried corner of the world, where Māori legends, steaming volcanic lakes, penguins and hobbits add to the magical landscape. From the historic North Island, known as "the birthplace of the nation," to the stirring drama of  Fiordland National Park / Piopiotahi  , a cruise to New Zealand / Aotearoa with Princess will defy expectations.

Across the Ditch cruise activities

Enjoy enriching experiences onboard and ashore

Princess Cruises proudly presents Across the Ditch, an immersive program designed to bring guests the very best of New Zealand / Aotearoa. Our program brings authentic Maori experiences, culture and local flavors onboard and ashore to showcase what makes New Zealand so unique. With more New Zealand wines, beers, entertainment, enrichment (including the Matariki Festival) and more Shore Excursions than ever before, you’ll have the chance to enjoy even more of this fascinating country as you journey Across the Ditch on a New Zealand cruise.

"Across the Ditch" is an affectionate term for crossing the Tasman Sea between Australia and New Zealand and vice versa - known colloquially as "the Ditch".

Excursions — your gateway to New Zealand's best attractions

On a cruise to and from Auckland, delight at the sight of glittering glowworms inside Auckland’s / Tāmaki Makaurau Waitomo Grotto, and enjoy an exclusive kiij at Māori and Polynesian exhibits in  Auckland . Travel along Akaroa’s Southern Alps, and see white-flippered blue penguins and New Zealand / Aotearoa fur seals on a cruise through Akaroa Harbour. On itineraries with More Ashore Late Night calls, we stay until at least 9 p.m. in port so you can experience some of the fabulous nightlife.

And with a range of  Discovery Recommended and Exclusive excursions  available only with Princess Cruises, you’ll see New Zealand in a whole new way.

Photo: Waitomo Glowworm Caves

Let Your New Zealand / Aotearoa Cruise Journey Begin

Lifestyle & culture.

Savor the unique tastes of an authentic Māori hangi or sample award-winning wines from  Picton . See how the Māori’s rich heritage comes alive in the Bay of Islands / Pēwhairangi, and discover how Napier’s / Ahuriri beautifully preserved 1930s architecture pays homage to the Māori by merging the linear symmetry of Art Deco with tribal motifs.

Photo: Traditional Māori welcome

Natural wonders & landscapes

Witness the unparalleled beauty of what locals call “Godzone” (God’s own country) on a hike into Tauranga’s / Tauranga Moana Wai-O-Tapu thermal valley and be rewarded with spectacular mud pools, geysers and rainbow-colored lakes. And just outside  Wellington , you’ll experience a world teeming with Māori myths, rugged coasts and adorable seals.

Be awestruck by the beauty of  Fiordland National Park / Piopiotahi , named one of the 7 Cruise Wonders of the World by  Condé Nast Traveler . And sail through the glassy waters and towering cliffs of Milford Sound, which was formed a millennia ago by massive glacial flows.

Photo: The volcanoes in the Wai-o-Tapu Valley

Unique experiences on New Zealand / Aotearoa cruises

New Zealand’s vast, dramatic and diverse landscape is the unrivaled home of Tolkien’s mythical Middle Earth. Journey to the city of Edoras and walk in the footsteps of  The Lord of the Rings  in Wellington, and visit Peter Jackson’s Weta Studios.

Marvel at the sight of twinkling glowworms in Auckland’s Glowworm Grotto, and explore Wellington’s Zealandia, nicknamed "Jurassic Park," in search of the giant weta – one of the world’s largest insects!

Photo:  The Lord of the Rings  movie sets in Hobbittown

Onboard enrichment on New Zealand / Aotearoa cruises

At Princess® we want you to enjoy an unforgettable New Zealand adventure. That’s why we’ve created a unique onboard program ‘Across the Ditch’ - with special regional experiences, including:

  • See traditional folkloric performances, and learn the art yourself such as the Haka Māori War Dance or Poi Dancing.
  • Enjoy kiwi favorites served on board New Zealand cruises, including Pavlova, or Lamb, or even a Hangi Dinner – a Māori tradition. Pair this with a glass of world famous wine from the Marlborough Region.
  • Learn more about New Zealand’s rich history with a pop-up display from Auckland War Museum in the Atrium.
  • Participate in “Festivals of the World” celebrations, such as Matariki, a Māori festival that marks the start of the Māori New Year, with ceremonial offerings and homage to whakapapa (ancestors). Celebrate with kiwi music, dance, crafts & even traditional face painting.

Photo: A traditional Māori Matariki Festival on board

Landmarks & Cultural Masterpieces

Don’t miss the famed Christchurch Botanic Gardens, which boasts the finest collection of exotic and indigenous plants in New Zealand, Port Chalmers’ Larnach Castle (the country’s only castle) or cruise to Auckland / Tāmaki Makaurau and see the Sky Tower, the tallest man-made structure in the southern hemisphere.

Photo: Larnach Castle in Dunedin

Art, museums & historic treasures

Wellington ’s number-one attraction, the Te Papa National Museum, showcases Māori and Pacific cultural treasures, New Zealand’s extraordinary natural life and its most important works of art.

Photo: The famous TranzAlpine Express in the Southern Alps

UNESCO world heritage sites

Sail into a world of surreal beauty in  Fiordland National Park / Piopiotahi , where the verdant flanks of snowcapped peaks plunge into the crystalline waters of ice-carved fiords. Or visit the Tongariro National Park outside of Napier / Ahuriri, which holds the title of first park in the world to receive UNESCO World Heritage status for both its natural and Māori spiritual and cultural value.

Photo: Fiordland National Park

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Before or after you set sail for the wonders of New Zealand, why not also discover some of Australia’s greatest attractions. Sailing from Sydney or Auckland / Tāmaki Makaurau, you can pair your cruise with a land tour to the Australian Outback to famed Uluru (Ayers Rock) and visit the Great Barrier Reef.

Photo: Australia’s magical Great Barrier Reef

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The Land of the Long White Cloud, New Zealand is known for Maori culture, lush-valley-and-gentle-hill-filled landscapes made famous by the "Lord of the Rings" films and dramatic glacial mountain peaks. Cruise to New Zealand and head to the World Heritage-listed Fiordland National Park, home to the mighty fjords of Milford Sound. Ever imagined setting foot on tundra? Check out Franz Josef and Foz Glaciers on the South Island, two of the world's most accessible glaciers. Get your fix of urban culture in windy Wellington, Auckland and Christchurch. Adrenaline junkies will want to make a beeline for Queenstown on Lake Wakatipu's shores, where you have access to ski resorts, bungee jumping and jet boating.

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Sightsee your way through New Zealand's best-known sites and cities. "Lord of the Rings" lovers, appreciators of the arts and culinary enthusiasts won't be disappointed. 

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WELLINGTON WOWS

Hilly and windy Welly is New Zealand's capital city. It's home to a scenic hillside tram, a collection of indigenous art and artifacts at the Te Papa Museum and an up-and-coming food scene, exclusive cocktail bars tucked next to modernist, high-end spots serving inspired takes on local ingredients.

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AUCKLAND EXPERIENCE

New Zealand's largest city, Auckland is home to two harbors, black and white sand beaches, hiking trails and the iconic Sky Tower. Head to the top for the best views during your vacation.

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JUST LIKE THE MOVIES

Follow in Frodo's footsteps and check out Hobbiton in Matamata — check out the recreation of the hobbit's houses nestled in the rolling green hills (watch your head!). Cruise to New Zealand to kayak past unique cliff structures at popular Cathedral Cove, where the Chronicles of Narnia were filmed.

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The best part about a New Zealand cruise is that it departs from Australia , so you see two countries and two different landscapes in one visit.

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While you're "in the area," start in Australia and experience a sampler cruise from Sydney , or a cruise up the coast from Tasmania to Queensland .

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From North to South, see city sights in Auckland, check out the art deco delights of Napier , and cruise through Milford Sound's majestic fjords .

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Although summer is the best time to visit New Zealand in terms of warm weather, it's also the busiest season for domestic and international visitors. This means less accommodation options and higher prices. The shoulder season of autumn is a better option, as you have the bonus of falling leaves, while spring is known for its unstable and windy conditions. If hiking is on the agenda, remember to pack quality hiking boots and layers, as some of the Great Walks have notoriously temperamental weather. A waterproof and windproof jacket will save you while cruising around New Zealand, particularly in the cooler months.

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Kia Ora is a local greeting, which translates to "Hello!". It is derived from the Maori language, where it's literal meaning is "alive" or "healthy".

As in Australia, tipping is not a New Zealand custom.

If driving in New Zealand, bear in mind the roads can by windy, narrow and hilly, so give yourself extra time to get from point A to B.

CUISINE Meats and Sweets

Like its neighbor Australia, New Zealand's national cuisine has British, Mediterranean and South Pacific influences. But it has developed its own sweet tooth, with a long list of cookies, candy and cakes that locals love.

New Zealand Traditional Dessert

EMBRACE YOUR SWEET TOOTH

New Zealander's sweet selection includes pavlova (a meringue cake with fruit toppings), Afghan and Anzac biscuits, hokey pokey ice cream (vanilla with honeycomb pieces), chocolate fish, Pineapple Lumps and lolly cake.

New Zealand Traditional Lamb Dish

KIWIS LOVE THEIR LAMB

One of New Zealand's biggest meat exports, roast lamb — seasoned with rosemary and served with seasonal vegetables — is served in many local restaurants. When you visit New Zealand, look for options that are locally raised and grass-fed for the best flavor.

New Zealand Fish and Chips

SEAFOOD ESSENTIALS

Satiate yourself on Bluff oysters, thought by many connoisseurs to be the world's best. Or try the country's British-inspired favorite, crisp-fried fish and chips with plenty of malt vinegar to cut through the richness. Top that off with savory whitebait fritters and green-lipped mussels in curry sauce with crusty bread.

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New Zealand ports are a combination of cities and countryside stops. This includes Auckland and Wellington, as well as Tauranga's beaches, Doubtful and Dusky Sounds' fjords and the Bay of Islands. Don't forget Napier, with its distinctive art deco architecture like Miami Beach.

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Up to 200 fewer visits from cruise ships expected next season.

The new cruise ship of the Meyer dockyard in Papenburg, 'Ovation of the Seas', arriving in bremerhaven, Germany, 28 March 2016. After the first major test run on the North Sea, the 348 meter long ship will be finalised for the handover to the US-American shipping company 'Royal Carribean International'. PHOTO: INGO WAGNER/dpa (Photo by INGO WAGNER / DPA / dpa Picture-Alliance via AFP)

The Ovation of the Seas was one cruise ship that visited New Zealand. Photo: INGO WAGNER / DPA / dpa Picture-Alliance via AFP

New Zealand may be pricing itself out of cruise ship visits.

The season was coming to an end with about 1000 port visits in the past few months bringing around 350,000 visitors to the country with an estimated economic value of $540 million.

But the signs were that fewer ships will travel to Aotearoa next season, with around 200 port visits set be stripped from the calendar.

Cruise Association chief executive Jacqui Lloyd was attending the world's largest cruising industry conference to promote New Zealand as a destination.

Speaking from Seatrade in Miami, she said rising costs are starting to bite with a projected 20 percent fall in port visits.

"It's a very price-driven market so they look at the cost to operate in each port and New Zealand costs have gone up," Lloyd said.

New Zealand Cruise Association chief executive, Jacqui Lloyd.

New Zealand Cruise Association chief executive Jacqui Lloyd. Photo: Supplied/ NZ Cruise Association

"That's port fees, regulatory fees, fees from bunkering which is around fuel, and the cost of vegetables, wine and other food and beverage costs."

The New Zealand industry experienced a bonanza this summer with around 350,000 passengers spending more than $565m across the regions.

"It's looking lower [for next season]. We are probably around 150-200 port calls lower than we are for this season," she said.

"We are concerned and we're hoping this won't become a continual trend.

"Some of it is deployment, world cruises tend to move to different parts of the world and some ships will come for one or two seasons and then deploy elsewhere, and then come back."

Lloyd said the Red Sea shipping disruptions and drought in the Panama Canal were forcing operators to make alternative plans for next season.

She expected some of the cruise liners will return to our shores, but others were yet to make a firm commitment.

The Noordam cruise ship was one of seven luxury liners that visited Taranaki this season.

The Noordam cruise ship was one of seven luxury liners that visited Taranaki this season. Photo: Supplied

Aotearoa's reputation still holding firm

New Zealand's reputation as a a tourist-friendly destination remained strong according to the latest reports from the conference in Miami.

"The diversity of New Zealand is always a positive, we've got 17 ports and anchorages and every one is completely different," Lloyd said..

"There's the opportunity for a passenger to travel the country and experience new and diverse tourism attractions and hospitality.

"Also the shopping and retail throughout the country is a real positive to the cruise lines and they think New Zealand does that really well."

While New Zealand was often high on people's bucket lists, strong growth was not expected to be forthcoming.

"If we can retain what we have we'll be very happy," she said.

"We're also talking to new lines to engage with them to send ships here in future years.

"We're here to capture interest and get the right ships here to our ports in New Zealand."

Big and small vessels part of the tourism picture

Some of the mega luxury liners to visit our shores this summer were the Ovation of the Seas (4180 guests), Royal Princess (3650 guests), Majestic Princess (3560), Celebrity Solstice (2852 guests), Queen Elizabeth (2100 guests), and Norwegian Spirit (2018 guests).

Smaller ships like National Geographic Orion (106 guests) and Coral Geographer (120 guests) were also visitors to New Zealand waters.

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  5. Cruises to Bay Of Islands, New Zealand

    Bay of Islands, New Zealand cruise holidays. The Bay of Islands cruise destination is New Zealand's finest maritime park and comprises 144 islands, myriad bays and beaches around the coastline. The Bay, with its subtropical climate and pristine natural environment, has an abundance of marine life, including the big marlin, whales, penguins ...

  6. Auckland Cruises

    The EcoZip Site provides commanding views of Auckland, Rangitoto and the Hauraki Gulf. One of New Zealand's most exciting eco-activities includes three dual ziplines, each over 200 metres long. Fly smoothly and safely side-by-side with a partner or friend over the working vineyard and over and into a stunning tract of original and ...

  7. Fiordland National Park Cruises

    On a P&O Cruise to New Zealand you'll enjoy scenic cruising in Fiordland National Park. Fiordland is New Zealand's largest national park and is comprised of 1.2 million hectares of breathtaking natural beauty. With soaring snow-capped mountains, glassy lakes, ice-carved fiords and lush rainforests, this stunning landscape is largely ...

  8. Kiwi Adventure

    If you love wine and cheese tasting, swimming with dolphins, shopping sprees, adventure sports, lush green countryside, art deco buildings, and World Heritage listed wonders, then New Zealand is for you. Experience a more scenic New Zealand holiday. Take in 1.2 million hectares of breathtaking natural beauty as you cruise past soaring snow ...

  9. Bay of Islands Cruises |Travel New Zealand

    P&O cruises to New Zealand depart from both Sydney and Melbourne. To visit the Bay of Islands, choose our Kiwi Adventure cruise. At A Glance. Population. 148,470 - Northland region (2006 census) Language. English and Te Reo Maori. Government. Parliamentary Democracy. Currency. New Zealand Dollar.

  10. Pacific Explorer Cruise Ship

    Charges apply for some activities, venues and menu items. 400 Gradi to be replaced by P&O Trattoria from September 2023. Pacific Explorer will soon call New Zealand home We're excited to announce that Pacific Explorer will be sailing from Auckland in 2023 with new enhanced itineraries.

  11. 2024 Cruise Deals

    With cruises ranging from 2 to 28 nights, there's a vast array of choices for the 2024 cruising calendar. Conveniently departing from Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne, Adelaide, Fremantle, Cairns and Auckland, P&O makes it easy to explore Australia or venture across the ditch to spectacular New Zealand with various cruise holiday packages.

  12. New Zealand Cruises

    P&O New Zealand Cruises. Join P&O on one of 12 cruises along the shores and fjords of New Zealand this season. May is the most popular month to begin your cruise and P&O have 19 cruises departing between August 2024 and June 2026. Aug 2024 (2) Sep 2024 (1) Oct 2024 (1) Nov 2024 (1) Dec 2024 (1) Apr 2025 (1) May 2025 (4) Jul 2025 (1)

  13. Cruise Deals

    Book now to make the most of our cruise deals from Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne, Adelaide, and Auckland. Choose P&O Cruises to enjoy: Range of activities and onboard entertainment. Easy booking & stress-free travel for every guest. Accommodation options for anyone and everyone.

  14. P&O Sea Australia & New Zealand

    Aboard a P&O Cruise, you'll discover a whole new world right on your doorstep. We'll guide you through some of the most spectacular destinations in Australia and New Zealand, from world-famous sights to some of our best-kept secrets. See Australia's white sand beaches in Far North Queensland, snorkel over shipwrecks at Tangalooma Moreton Island ...

  15. P&O Australia & New Zealand Cruise Reviews

    P&O Australia & New Zealand Cruises: Read 205 P&O Australia & New Zealand cruise reviews. Find great deals, tips and tricks on Cruise Critic to help plan your cruise.

  16. 'Cruise to nowhere': passengers on NZ P&O cruise plagued by bad weather

    The P&O Pacific Adventure cruise, which departed Sydney and was due to visit New Zealand, was turned away last week because it could not meet the country's strict biohazard entry requirements.

  17. New Zealand / Aotearoa Cruises

    On a cruise to and from Auckland, delight at the sight of glittering glowworms inside Auckland's / Tāmaki Makaurau Waitomo Grotto, and enjoy an exclusive kiij at Māori and Polynesian exhibits in Auckland.Travel along Akaroa's Southern Alps, and see white-flippered blue penguins and New Zealand / Aotearoa fur seals on a cruise through Akaroa Harbour.

  18. New Zealand Cruises: Follow in Frodo's Footsteps

    Lace up your hiking boots and explore New Zealand's natural beauty. The Land of the Long White Cloud, New Zealand is known for Maori culture, lush-valley-and-gentle-hill-filled landscapes made famous by the "Lord of the Rings" films and dramatic glacial mountain peaks. Cruise to New Zealand and head to the World Heritage-listed Fiordland ...

  19. australia new zealand

    Take a look at some example ports. There's a vast range of places you can go to with P&O Cruises. See All Ports.

  20. Up to 200 fewer visits from cruise ships expected next season

    New Zealand may be pricing itself out of cruise ship visits. The season was coming to an end with about 1000 port visits in the past few months bringing around 350,000 visitors to the country with an estimated economic value of $540 million.. But the signs were that fewer ships will travel to Aotearoa next season, with around 200 port visits set be stripped from the calendar.