Popular ports of call include Christchurch, Wellington and Auckland, New Zealand’s largest city.
Sydney is the largest and most populous city in Australia. It has a reputation as an international center for music, arts, fashion, entertainment and tourism. No visit is complete without a stop to view the iconic Opera House; which is home to Opera Australia and the Sydney Symphony. Other popular destinations include the Royal Botanic Gardens, Sydney Harbour Bridge, Luna Park, Sydney Tower and the Taronga Zoo for a visit with the world famous koalas.
Melbourne, mainland Australia’s southern most port, is a vibrant city of hidden lanes, opulent bars, exclusive restaurants and eclectic boutiques. The city’s landmark cultural space, Federation Square, is a popular tourist destination. Enjoy a cocktail in a converted sea container in Chinatown, dine at one of the restaurants, cafes, bistros and bars in Southbank or visit the funky shops of Brunswick Street and upmarket shops of Chapel Street.
Christchurch (The Garden City) is the largest metropolitan area on New Zealand’s south island. The city center is comfortably compact with the Avon River winding gently through as the central feature. You can ski at a world class alpine resort, play golf, bungy jump, go rafting, mountain biking, hot-air ballooning, wind surfing, whale watching and visit world class wineries and gardening all within 2 hours of Christchurch.
The capital of New Zealand, Wellington, is located on the southwestern tip of the country’s North Island. It is home to Te Papa Tongarewa (the Museum of New Zealand), the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra, the Royal New Zealand Ballet and the Wellington City Art Gallery. Wellington’s café culture is prominent. The city has more cafes per capita than New York City.
Auckland, New Zealand’s largest city, is a cosmopolitan experience wrapped up in a fascinating water world that’s dotted with more than 50 islands. In just 30 minutes from the city center, you can sail to an island, trek through a rainforest, picnic on a volcano, sample wines at a vineyard or wander a wild black sand surf beach. Diverse cultures add flavor and interest to the city’s style of life. Auckland is world famous for a style of cuisine known as “Pacific Rim” which blends Asian and Pacific flavors.
No matter how varied your interests may be, Australia and New Zealand has something for everyone. From cultural museums to world class restaurants; from nature hikes to wine tasting; from golfing to bungy jumping, a “Down Under” cruise will be the experience of a lifetime.
Oceania Cruises and Cruise Holidays of Alexandria are pleased to announce the 2012 Australia and New Zealand Wine Cruise. The cruise will be during the winter of 2012 with exact dates to be determined. Through Cruise Holidays of Alexandria you will be able to reserve your stateroom prior to the general public which will provide you with a greater opportunity to reserve the stateroom or suite of your choice.
