Hapag-Lloyd Cruises

Daily Itinerary

1. Day 1

   Lyttelton

   Depart 19:00

   New Zealand

   

   Lyttelton is Christchurch's historic harbor town, rebuilt with creative energy after the 2010-2011 earthquakes into one of New Zealand's coolest small towns with excellent restaurants and a beloved farmers' market. Must-dos include the Saturday farmers' market, swimming with Hector's dolphins in the harbor, and driving the Summit Road for panoramic views. October through March offers the warmest weather and longest days.

2. Day 2

   At Sea

   

3. Day 3

   Fiordland National Park

   New Zealand

   

   Fiordland National Park is a 12,500-square-kilometer wilderness in New Zealand's South Island, home to Milford Sound's iconic Mitre Peak, the profound silence of Doubtful Sound, and rare wildlife including Fiordland crested penguins and the mischievous kea parrot. Must-dos include cruising Milford Sound beneath thousand-meter cliffs, experiencing the silence of an overnight cruise in Doubtful Sound, and watching for dolphins. Summer (December-February) offers the longest days, though rain enhances the dramatic waterfall displays year-round.

4. Day 4

   Oban, Stewart Island

   Arrive 13:00Depart 18:00

   New Zealand

   

   Oban on Stewart Island is New Zealand's southernmost settlement, gateway to Rakiura National Park's pristine native forest and some of the world's best wild kiwi viewing. Must-dos include an evening kiwi-spotting excursion to Ocean Beach, birdwatching on predator-free Ulva Island, and eating blue cod at the South Sea Hotel. Visit December to February for the warmest weather or March to May for Bluff oyster season and southern lights.

5. Day 5

   Dunedin, New Zealand

   Arrive 08:00

   New Zealand

   

   Dunedin is New Zealand's Scottish-founded southern city, home to the Southern Hemisphere's most beautiful railway station, the world's only mainland royal albatross colony, and rare yellow-eyed penguin nesting sites on the Otago Peninsula. Visit November through March via Seabourn or Oceania Cruises for wildlife encounters, Victorian architectural grandeur, and a university-town culture that punches far above its weight.

6. Day 6

   Akaroa

   Arrive 08:00Depart 16:00

   New Zealand

   

   Akaroa is a French-heritage village nestled in an ancient volcanic crater on New Zealand's Banks Peninsula, home to the rare Hector's dolphin and a sophisticated food scene featuring harbour-fresh salmon and cool-climate wines. Must-dos include swimming with Hector's dolphins, exploring the French colonial heritage along Rue Lavaud, and dining on local green-lipped mussels. Visit December through March for the warmest weather and best dolphin-watching conditions.

7. Day 7

   Wellington

   Arrive 08:00Depart 18:00

   New Zealand

   

   Wellington is New Zealand's compact, creative capital, home to the world-class Te Papa museum, the Peter Jackson filmmaking empire, and a café-and-craft-beer culture rivalling cities many times its size. Must-do experiences include Te Papa's Gallipoli exhibition, Cuba Street's bohemian dining scene, and the cable car ride to the Botanic Garden. November through March is warmest, though Wellington's four-seasons-in-a-day climate adds character year-round.

8. Day 8

   Picton

   Arrive 07:00Depart 16:00

   New Zealand

   

   Picton is the gateway to the Marlborough Sounds' 1,500 kilometers of scenic coastline and New Zealand's premier Sauvignon Blanc wine region. Must-dos include walking sections of the Queen Charlotte Track, wine tasting in the Wairau Valley, and dolphin watching in the sheltered sounds. November through March offers the warmest weather and longest days for both sound exploration and cellar-door visits.

9. Day 9

   At Sea

   

10. Day 10

    Mount Maunganui

    Arrive 08:00Depart 18:00

    New Zealand

    

    Mount Maunganui is a stunning beach town on New Zealand's Bay of Plenty, dominated by the volcanic cone of Mauao and blessed with golden sand beaches considered the country's best. Must-dos include hiking Mauao's summit, soaking in the hot salt water pools, and enjoying superb seafood on Marine Parade. December through February offers the warmest weather for surfing and swimming.

11. Day 11

    Auckland

    Arrive 08:00

    New Zealand

    

    Auckland, New Zealand's largest city, straddles a volcanic isthmus between two harbours, offering a rare blend of Pacific Rim sophistication, Māori heritage, and dramatic natural beauty. Must-do experiences include a wine-and-oyster afternoon on Waiheke Island and the panoramic ascent of Maungawhau (Mount Eden) overlooking the harbour and Rangitoto Island. The ideal cruising season runs from November through March, when long summer days, calm seas, and pohutukawa trees in scarlet bloom make the Waitematā Harbour approach truly unforgettable.

12. Day 12

    Bay Of Islands, New Zealand

    Arrive 08:00Depart 17:00

    New Zealand

    

    The Bay of Islands, on New Zealand's North Island, is a maritime paradise of 144 islands steeped in Māori and colonial history. Must-dos include visiting the Waitangi Treaty Grounds, dolphin watching, and cruising through the Hole in the Rock at Piercy Island. November through March brings the warmest weather and calmest seas, ideal for water-based exploration of this subtropical haven.

13. Day 13

    At Sea

    

14. Day 14

    Cascade, Norfolk Island, Australia

    Australia

    

    Norfolk Island's Cascade landing is the northern gateway to this unique Australian territory, inhabited by descendants of the Bounty mutineers who speak the creole Norf'k language and maintain Polynesian-British traditions found nowhere else. Must-dos include the UNESCO-listed Kingston convict ruins, swimming at Emily Bay, and tasting Pitcairn-heritage dishes like hi'i banana pudding. October through April delivers the warmest weather, with Bounty Day in June the cultural highlight.

15. Day 15

    At Sea

    

16. Day 16

    Lifou Island

    New Caledonia

    

    Lifou is New Caledonia's largest Loyalty Island, where raised coral cliffs plunge into impossibly clear water, Kanak traditional chieftainship governs cultural life, and the Baie de Jinek offers Robinson Crusoe perfection without tourist development. Visit September through November via Regent Seven Seas or Silversea for cliff-top snorkeling, sea turtle encounters, and a Pacific Island experience that has chosen cultural preservation over commercialization.

17. Day 17

    Ile des Pins

    

18. Day 18

    Noumea

    New Caledonia

    

    Nouméa, capital of New Caledonia, is a uniquely French-Melanesian city set within a UNESCO World Heritage lagoon — the largest enclosed reef system on Earth. Visitors should explore the Renzo Piano-designed Tjibaou Cultural Centre, snorkel pristine coral gardens at Amédée Lighthouse, and savour the fusion of French cuisine with Pacific ingredients at the Moselle Market. April through November offers the most pleasant tropical climate.

Cabin Categories

Balcony Cabin

Balcony

291 sq ftMax 308

Approx. 27 m²/291 ft² Cabins incl. balcony (approx. 5 m²/54 ft²) on Deck 5, 6 and 7 Heated wall in the bathroom Rain shower Free mini bar (soft drinks) Coffee machine Separable beds 24-hour cabin service

Double or Twin ConfigurationLounge AreaShowerRoom Service AvailableTVCoffee Machine+5

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Balcony Cabin

Balcony

291 sq ftMax 306

Approx. 27 m²/291 ft² Cabins incl. balcony (approx. 5 m²/54 ft²) on Deck 5, 6 and 7 Heated wall in the bathroom Rain shower Free mini bar (soft drinks) Coffee machine Separable beds 24-hour cabin service

Double or Twin ConfigurationLounge AreaShowerRoom Service AvailableTVCoffee Machine+5

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Balcony Cabin

Balcony

291 sq ftMax 307

Approx. 27 m²/291 ft² Cabins incl. balcony (approx. 5 m²/54 ft²) on Deck 5, 6 and 7 Heated wall in the bathroom Rain shower Free mini bar (soft drinks) Coffee machine Separable beds 24-hour cabin service

Double or Twin ConfigurationLounge AreaShowerRoom Service AvailableTVCoffee Machine+5

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Balcony Cabin

Balcony

291 sq ftMax 304

Approx. 27 m²/291 ft² Cabins incl. balcony (approx. 5 m²/54 ft²) on Deck 5, 6 and 7 Heated wall in the bathroom Rain shower Free mini bar (soft drinks) Coffee machine Separable beds 24-hour cabin service

Double or Twin ConfigurationLounge AreaShowerRoom Service AvailableTVCoffee Machine+5

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French Balcony Cabin

Balcony

291 sq ftMax 303

Approx. 21/23 m² (226 ft²/248 ft²) Cabins on Deck 6 and 7 Heated wall in the bathroom Rain shower Free mini bar (soft drinks) Coffee machine Separable beds 24-hour cabin service

Double or Twin ConfigurationLounge AreaShowerRoom Service AvailableTVCoffee Machine+5

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French Balcony Cabin

Outside

226–248 sq ftMax 305

Approx. 21/23 m² (226 ft²/248 ft²) Cabins on Deck 6 and 7 Heated wall in the bathroom Rain shower Free mini bar (soft drinks) Coffee machine Separable beds 24-hour cabin service

Double or Twin ConfigurationShowerRoom Service AvailableTVCoffee MachineSafe+6

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Guarantee Balcony Cabin

Balcony

291 sq ftMax 3SB

Guarantee Balcony Cabin

Double or Twin ConfigurationLounge AreaShowerRoom Service AvailableTVCoffee Machine+5

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Guarantee Balcony Cabin

Balcony

291 sq ftMax 3S03

Guarantee Balcony Cabin

Double or Twin ConfigurationLounge AreaShowerRoom Service AvailableTVCoffee Machine+5

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Guarantee Balcony Cabin

Balcony

291 sq ftMax 3S08

Guarantee Balcony Cabin

Double or Twin ConfigurationLounge AreaShowerRoom Service AvailableTVCoffee Machine+5

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Guarantee Balcony Cabin

Balcony

291 sq ftMax 3S07

Guarantee Balcony Cabin

Double or Twin ConfigurationLounge AreaShowerRoom Service AvailableTVCoffee Machine+5

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Guarantee Balcony Cabin

Balcony

291 sq ftMax 3S05

Guarantee Balcony Cabin

Double or Twin ConfigurationLounge AreaShowerRoom Service AvailableTVCoffee Machine+5

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Guarantee Balcony Cabin

Balcony

291 sq ftMax 3S04

Guarantee Balcony Cabin

Double or Twin ConfigurationLounge AreaShowerRoom Service AvailableTVCoffee Machine+5

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Guarantee Balcony Cabin

Balcony

291 sq ftMax 3SF

Guarantee Balcony Cabin

Double or Twin ConfigurationLounge AreaShowerRoom Service AvailableTVCoffee Machine+5

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Guarantee Balcony Cabin

Balcony

291 sq ftMax 3S06

Guarantee Balcony Cabin

Double or Twin ConfigurationLounge AreaShowerRoom Service AvailableTVCoffee Machine+5

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Guarantee Balcony Cabin

Balcony

291 sq ftMax 3S02

Guarantee Balcony Cabin

Double or Twin ConfigurationLounge AreaShowerRoom Service AvailableTVCoffee Machine+5

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Guarantee Outside Cabin

Outside

237 sq ftMax 2SKAB

Guarantee Outside Cabin

Double or Twin ConfigurationShowerRoom Service AvailableCoffee MachineSafeHair Dryer+6

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Guarantee Outside Cabin

Outside

237 sq ftMax 2SAP

Guarantee Outside Cabin

Double or Twin ConfigurationShowerRoom Service AvailableCoffee MachineSafeHair Dryer+6

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Guarantee Outside Cabin

Outside

237 sq ftMax 2S01

Guarantee Outside Cabin

Double or Twin ConfigurationShowerRoom Service AvailableCoffee MachineSafeHair Dryer+6

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Outside Cabin

Outside

237 sq ftMax 201

Approx. 22 m²/237 ft² cabins on Deck 4, 5 and 6 Heated wall in the bathroom Rain shower Free mini bar (soft drinks) Coffee machine Separable beds 24-hour cabin service

Double or Twin ConfigurationShowerRoom Service AvailableCoffee MachineSafeHair Dryer+6

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Panoramic Cabin

Outside

226 sq ftMax 202

Approx. 21 m²/226 ft² Cabins on Deck 5 Heated wall in bathroom Rain shower Free mini bar (soft drinks) Coffee machine Separable beds 24-hour cabin service There is one cabin with fully accessible layout and equipment (cabin 404)

Room Service AvailableTVCoffee MachineSafeHair DryerTelephone+6

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Grand Suite with Veranda

Suite

764 sq ftMax 310

Approx. 71 m²/764 ft² Suites on Deck 6 and 7 Private veranda (approx. 16 m²/172 ft²) with space heaters Separate living and sleeping areas Separate dining area Sleeping area with panoramic view Separable beds TV in living and sleeping areas Daylight bathroom with two sinks, free-standing bath, rain shower and veranda access Steam sauna in shower area Heated wall in bathroom Separate toilet Free mini bar with a selection of spirits Coffee machine 24-hour cabin service Butler service Fixed table reservation in the main restaurant, if desired Free choice of Zodiac group

Double or Twin ConfigurationLounge AreaDining AreaShowerToiletries ProvidedRoom Service Available+11

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Guarantee Suite

suite

SJS

Guarantee Suite

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Junior Suite with Balcony

Suite

452 sq ftMax 309

Approx. 42 m²/452 ft² Suites on Deck 6 and 7 Private balcony (approx. 6 m²/65 ft²) Separate living and sleeping areas Separate dining area Sleeping area with panoramic view Separable beds TV in living and sleeping areas Bathroom with two sinks and rain shower Steam sauna in shower area Heated wall in bathroom Free mini bar with a selection of spirits Coffee machine 24-hour cabin service Butler service Fixed table reservation in the main restaurant, if desired

Double or Twin ConfigurationLounge AreaDining AreaShowerRoom Service AvailableFree Mini Bar+9

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