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Maori Heritage – Australia & New Zealand

Date: Jan 25-Feb 8, 2026
Starting Price: $5,699
Trip Length: 14 nights
Trip: Auckland to Sydney
Cruise line: Oceania Cruises | Riviera
SPECIAL OFFER: $500 Shipboard Credit & Premium Beverage Package (per person)

Set sail on an epic 14-night cruise Down Under and soak up the beauty of Australia and New Zealand aboard Oceania Cruises’ Riviera. Embark in Auckland and watch for dolphins, whales, and blue penguins dancing through the sparkling waves as you venture towards Rotorua.

Discover the dynamic city of Tauranga, where urban sophistication seamlessly blends with the untamed beauty of the outdoors. Sample the exquisite wines from Napier’s renowned vineyards, watch a sheep-shearing display in Christchurch, or see movie-making history in Wellington, where The Lord of the Rings was filmed. Stroll through Cathedral Square in Christchurch, and in Dunedin, lose yourself in a fascinating blend of Scottish and Maori traditions. Relax on the ship as you take in the sensational sights and sounds along the Fjords of Milford Sound. Encounter a Tasmanian devil, one of Australia’s most unique and beloved creatures, up close in Hobart. Before bidding farewell in Sydney, spend a few days in Melbourne, where you can glimpse the mischievous kookaburra or witness the adorable wallabies as they huddle and hop.

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Features

 


Your World Included Amenities Featuring:
Limited Time Offer! Book by April 17, 2025 to guarantee this offer
  • Shipboard Gratuities
  • Gourmet Specialty Restaurants
  • Unlimited Starlink® Wi-Fi
  • Sodas, Specialty Coffees, Teas, & Vero Water®
  • Juices, Smoothies, & Gourmet Ice Cream
  • Free Launderettes
Prices are per person, based on double occupancy, and reflect all savings. Onboard meals and entertainment are included. Wi-Fi offer includes two devices per stateroom. Prices, itinerary, and offer are subject to change. For more details visit gonext.com/terms.

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Itinerary

  • January 23: Depart for Auckland, New Zealand
  • January 25: Auckland, New Zealand
  • January 26: Rotorua (Tauranga), New Zealand
  • January 27: Napier, New Zealand
  • January 28: Wellington, New Zealand
  • January 29: Christchurch (Lyttelton), New Zealand
  • January 30: Dunedin, New Zealand
  • January 31: Cruising Milford Sound
  • February 1: Cruising the Tasman Sea
  • February 2: Cruising the Tasman Sea
  • February 3: Hobart (Tasmania), Australia
  • February 4: Cruising the Tasman Sea
  • February 5: Melbourne, Australia
  • February 6: Melbourne, Australia
  • February 7: Cruising the Tasman Sea
  • February 8: Sydney, Australia

Deck Plans

Excursions

Personalize this trip by booking shore excursions that cater to your style. Immerse yourself in local culture by discovering the unique culinary tastes of the area or take a behind-the-scenes look at the city’s architectural masterpieces that are known worldwide. Whether you want to unwind and experience more of the local flare or embark on an epic adventure, an excursion is waiting for you. Shore excursions become available to book 365 days before the trip departs. Space is limited and fills up quickly, so book your Shore Excursions today!

To view the shore excursions offered for this sailing, click here.

Go Beyond with GoNext

More time and peace of mind. Don’t just wave at your port city from the deck—extend your trip with an overnight land stay and city exploration. Spend more time with your feet on the ground and immerse yourself in local culture with engaging tours led by an expert travel guide. Let us handle the logistics of your airport transportation, luggage handling, and so much more, so you can worry less and go all in on your vacation.

Auckland Pre-Cruise Program

3-Night Program
January 22+–25
$2,799 per person, double occupancy; $3,599 single

1-Night Program
January 24+-25, 2025$1,099 per person, double occupancy; $1,299, single

  • 3 nights at the 4-star Cordis Hotel or similar accommodations with breakfast
    • Guaranteed hotel check-in upon arrival
  • Full-day Auckland city & Waiheke Island tour featuring:
    • Round-trip ferry ride to Waiheke Island
    • Wine tasting and fine dining lunch at Mudbrick Vineyard
    • Rangihoua Estate scenic tour with olive oil tasting
  • Full-day sightseeing excursion of the Waitomo Caves & Hobbiton Village, with lunch, featuring: 
    • Boat tour through the Glowworm Grotto
    • Private tour of the Hobbiton Village movie set from The Lord of the Rings trilogy
  • Half-day Auckland city tour featuring:
    • Sky Tower
    • Scenic Tamaki Drive
    • Guided visit of Auckland War Memorial Museum
  • Transfers between airport,* hotel, and cruise ship, with related luggage handling

+Auckland hotel check-in is January 22

  • 1 night at 4-star Grace Hotel Sydney, with breakfast
  • Half-day Auckland city tour featuring:
    • Sky Tower
    • Scenic Tamaki Drive
    • Guided visit of Auckland War Memorial Museum

+Auckland hotel check-in is January 24

Transfers between cruise ship, hotel, and airport(s),* with related luggage handling

To view more details on the Auckland Pre-Cruise Program click here.

MOBILITY STATEMENT: ACTIVE 
Travelers should be confident in their ability to walk and stand for up to 3-4 hours with a total of up to 2 miles per day while keeping a steady pace with a group or tour guide. This tour can involve walking on mostly uneven ground and occasionally stairs, some with no handrails. Travelers should be able to board a coach or tour bus independently. This tour is not recommended for those with a walker or wheelchair. Participating guests must be comfortable operating on the water as part of the program includes a ferry and a boat tour. The Waitomo Glowworm Cave requires walking up and down 150 steps. Must be able to step in and out of a dory type boat in low light.

MOBILITY STATEMENT: EASY
Travelers should be confident in their ability to walk and stand for up to 1 hour, while keeping pace with a group or tour guide. This tour involves less than 1 mile of walking on mostly flat surfaces and occasional stairs, some without handrails. Travelers must be able to board a motorcoach or bus with minimal assistance.

The Go Beyond pricing, itinerary, and accommodations are subject to change.

*TRANSFERS: Airport transfers are only applicable during program dates.  Transfers are only provided from Auckland (AKL) airport. FOR GUESTS BOOKING THEIR OWN AIR ARRANGEMENTS: Flights should be booked into Auckland (AKL) airport.  You must provide your complete flight details to Go Next 30 days prior to departure to ensure airport transfers.

Global Destinations Management Ltd. and Go Next Inc. are not responsible for injuries or losses resulting from any causes beyond their own respective and exclusive control or for the negligence of any other suppliers or providers. Land accommodations, local transportation, and sightseeing are arranged and operated by Southern World Australia in Australia and Southern World New Zealand in New Zealand which may use other suppliers or providers to render the services.

Sydney Post-Cruise Program

4-Night Great Barrier Reef Program
February 8 – 12
$3,599 per person, double occupancy; $4,199 single

1-Night Sydney Program
February 8-9, 2025
$1,099 per person, double occupancy; $1,299, single

  • 4 nights’ accommodations:
    • 1 night at 4-star Grace Hotel Sydney with breakfast
    • 3 nights at 5-star Riley Cairns Crystalbrook Collection with breakfast
  • Half-day panoramic sightseeing tour of Sydney featuring:
    • Sydney Opera House tour**   
    • The Rocks
    • Conservatorium of Music, Royal Botanical Gardens, and Mrs. Macquarie’s Chair
  • Airfare from Sydney to Cairns
  • Full-day of sightseeing on an Outer Reef cruise, with morning tea and lunch, featuring:
    • Agincourt Reef
    • Reef viewing from an underwater observatory or snorkeling
  • Full day at leisure or add the Optional Skyrails, Wetlands & Waterfalls Tour on February 10 for $299 per person
    • Indulge in a day of unparalleled discovery as you traverse the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway, savor signature delights at Australia’s oldest coffee plantation, and experience Barron Falls
  • 1 night at 4-star Grace Hotel Sydney with breakfast
  • Half-day panoramic sightseeing tour of Sydney featuring:
    • Sydney Opera House tour**   
    • The Rocks
    • Conservatorium of Music, Royal Botanical Gardens, and Mrs. Macquarie’s Chair

*TRANSFERS: Airport transfers are only applicable during program dates.  Transfers are only provided from Cairns (CNS) airport. FOR GUESTS BOOKING THEIR OWN AIR ARRANGEMENTS: Flights should be booked into Cairns (CNS) airport.  You must provide your complete flight details to Go Next 30 days prior to departure to ensure airport transfers.

*TRANSFERS: Airport transfers are only applicable during program dates.  Transfers are only provided to Sydney (SYD) airport. FOR GUESTS BOOKING THEIR OWN AIR ARRANGEMENTS: Flights should be booked into Sydney (SYD) airport.  You must provide your complete flight details to Go Next 30 days prior to departure to ensure airport transfers.

Transfers between cruise ship, hotel, and airport(s),* with related luggage handling

To view more details on the Sydney Post-Cruise Program, click here.

MOBILITY STATEMENT: ACTIVE +
Travelers should be confident in their ability to walk and stand for a minimum of 5 hours with a total of 2-4 miles per day while keeping a steady pace with a group or tour guide. This tour can involve walking on uneven ground for extended periods and occasionally stairs, some without handrails. Travelers should be able to board a coach or tour bus independently. This tour is not recommended for those with a walker or wheelchair. Participating guests must be comfortable operating on the water as a portion of the program includes a ferry and a boat tour. **The Sydney Opera House Tour includes 300 steps.

MOBILITY STATEMENT: ACTIVE
Travelers should be confident in their ability to walk and stand for up to 3-4 hours with a total of up to 2 miles per day while keeping a steady pace with a group or tour guide. This tour can involve walking on mostly uneven ground and occasionally stairs, some with no handrails. Travelers should be able to board a coach or tour bus independently. This tour is not recommended for those with a walker or wheelchair. **The Sydney Opera House Tour includes 300 steps.

The Go Beyond pricing, itinerary, and accommodations are subject to change.

*TRANSFERS: Airport transfers are only applicable during program dates. 

FOR GUESTS BOOKING THEIR OWN AIR ARRANGEMENTS: Flights should be booked to depart Sydney (SYD) airport.  You must provide your complete flight details to Go Next 30 days prior to departure to ensure airport transfers.

Global Destinations Management Ltd. and Go Next Inc. are not responsible for injuries or losses resulting from any causes beyond their own respective and exclusive control or for the negligence of any other suppliers or providers. Land accommodations, local transportation, and sightseeing are arranged and operated by Southern World Australia in Australia and Southern World New Zealand in New Zealand which may use other suppliers or providers to render the services.

 

Visa Requirements

Australia – Electronic Travel Authority (ETA) Visa is required for all nationalities. New Zealand – Electronic Travel Authority (NZeTA) Visa is required for most Nationalities. * NZeTA visas for U.S. & Canadian passport holders who opt in to the visas through Oceania Cruises will be processed by Oceania Cruises. Guests will receive information on obtaining the ETA visa closer to departure. Passports MUST be valid for at least six months past the cruise end date and a visa is mandatory for all non-exempt nationalities.  Failure to produce the correct visa and valid passport at embarkation will result in denial of boarding. Birth certificates, copies of passports and passport cards are not accepted. 

Cancellation Policy

REFUNDS AND CANCELLATIONS:
If you choose to cancel your reservation, we must receive written notice of your cancellation either via certified mail, overnight courier, or e-mail sent to cancel@gonext.com. (with a confirmation of receipt from us). The following cancellation fees apply to cancellations received by us on the days below before the date of departure.
Cruise Cancellation Fees:
181 days or more = $150 per person
180-151 days = $500 per person
150-121 days = 25% of total fare
120-91 days = 50% of total fare
90-61 days = 75% of total fare
60-0 days = 100% of total fare
For Owner's, Vista and Oceania Suites, the cancellation amounts are as listed above with one exception, the administrative fee from 180 to 91 days prior to sailing is 10% of the fare.

ADDITIONAL REFUNDS AND CANCELLATIONS
Go Next Pre- and/or Post-Cruise Program Cancellation Fees:
181 days or more = No Penalty, Full Refund
180-121 days = 25% penalty of total fare, per program
120-91 days = 50% penalty of total fare, per program
90-61 days = 75% penalty of total fare, per program
60-0 days = 100% of total fare, per program
If you cancel any Go Next Program, your rights to a refund are limited. Any requests for cancellation must be communicated to Go Next in writing. Submit a written cancellation to cancel@gonext.com. Applicable refunds, if any, will be made within 30 days after the cancellation. (Subject to change; refer to your brochure for current rates.)

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Available To Book

Maori Heritage – Australia & New Zealand

Date: Jan 25-Feb 8, 2026
Starting Price: $5,699
Trip Length: 14 nights
Trip: Auckland to Sydney
Cruise line: Oceania Cruises | Riviera
SPECIAL OFFER: $500 Shipboard Credit & Premium Beverage Package (per person)
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