6 – 17 February 2019
Celebrate Wine Diva Deb’s 60th Birthday in Sydney and join the NEW ZEALAND CRUISE
Come aboard the Majestic Princess that truly lights up the seas, serving up tantalizing cuisine, dazzling live entertainment and new experiences with their Discovery at SEA™ programs. Relax in The Sanctuary, a tranquil haven reserved for adults, or put your feet up at Movies Under the Stars®, whatever you decide to do, your time on board will be unforgettable.
Voyage Details
| Date | Port/City | Activity | Arrival | Depart |
| Wed 6 Feb | Sydney, Australia | Embark | 4:00pm | |
| Thu 7 Feb | At Sea | Cruising | ||
| Fri 8 Feb | At Sea | Cruising | ||
| Sat 9 Feb | Auckland, New Zealand | Tendered | 12:00pm | 8:00pm |
| Sun 10 Feb | Tauranga, New Zealand | Docked | 8:00am | 6:00pm |
| Mon 11 Feb | At Sea | Cruising | ||
| Tue 12 Feb | Wellington, New Zealand | Docked | 8:00am | 6:00pm |
| Wed 13 Feb | Akaroa, New Zealand | Tendered | 8:00am | 6:00pm |
| Fri 14 Feb | Dunedin (Port Chalmers), New Zealand | Docked | 8:00am | 6:00pm |
| Thu 15 Feb | Fiordland National Park | Cruising | 8:00am | 5:00pm |
| Sat 16 Feb | At Sea | |||
| Sun 17 Feb | At Sea | |||
| Mon 18 Feb | Sydney, Australia | Debark | 7:00am |
Port Details
Auckland
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Straddling a narrow isthmus created by 60 different volcanoes, New Zealand’s former capital boasts scenic beauty, historical interest and a cosmopolitan collection of shops, restaurants, museums, galleries and gardens. Rangitoto, Auckland’s largest and youngest volcano, sits in majestic splendor just offshore. Mt. Eden and One Tree Hill, once home to Maori earthworks, overlook the city. One of New Zealand’s fine wine districts lies to the north of Auckland.
Auckland served as New Zealand’s capital from 1841 until 1865, when the seat of government moved to Wellington. |
Tauranga
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New Zealand’s natural bounty is always on display at the Bay of Plenty. It was Captain James Cook who in 1769 aptly named this bay, thanks to the prosperous Maori villages of the region. Tauranga, the chief city, is a bustling port, an agricultural and timber center and a popular seaside resort. Tauranga is also the gateway to Rotorua – a geothermal wonderland that is the heart of Maori culture. A 90-minute drive from Tauranga, Rotorua is New Zealand’s primary tourist attraction.
Your ship docks near the foot of Mt. Maunganui, which rises 761 feet above the bay. Across the harbor, Tauranga offers scenic tidal beaches at Omokoroa and Pahoia. The region boasts fine beaches, big-game fishing, thermal springs and seaside resorts. |
Wellington
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New Zealand’s capital offers stunning views of forested peninsulas, dramatic cliff-side homes and fine Victorian buildings. Settled in 1840 by the London-based New Zealand Company, “wonderful, windy Wellington” is frequently buffeted by bracing winds funnelling through Cook Strait. The sophisticated metropolis boasts museums, winding streets and even a cable car. No wonder many travelers compare it to San Francisco.
Despite its steep hills, the city can be easily explored on foot. Kelburn Cable Car, stairways and footpaths climb the slopes from the city center. |
Akaroa
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On the eastern shores of New Zealand’s South Island, Akaroa is a popular tourist destination with a distinctly French flair, its history steeped in legend. It lies on the volcanic Banks Peninsula, which the Maori believe was formed when a hero named Maui piled mountains upon a giant who threatened to eat his children.
The same peninsula was purchased from the local Maori by a French whaler around 1838, and was later settled by both the French and the British, who had just signed the Treaty of Waitangi ensuring New Zealand’s existence as a British colony. With French-named streets leading to restaurants serving French cuisine and colonial architecture all around, Akaroa’s heritage as the only French-founded community in New Zealand is unmistakable. Akaroa harbour is home to a diverse array of marine life, including rare Hector’s dolphins, and visitors are lured by the area’s secluded beaches and quaint boutiques. |
Dunedin
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Perched on the hills above one of New Zealand’s loveliest harbors, Dunedin is a Kiwi city with a Scottish heart. Hailed as the “Edinburgh of New Zealand,” Dunedin is proud of its heritage. A statue of famed Scottish poet Robert Burns graces downtown, and the presence of New Zealand’s only kilt maker and whisky distillery – as well as many bagpipe bands – keep Dunedin’s ties to Scotland alive. The city also boasts a distinguished architectural and cultural history, a legacy of New Zealand’s 1860s gold rush.
Port Chalmers, gateway to Dunedin, is located eight miles from the city center. Dunedin is a planned city: its streets and suburbs fan out from the city’s octagon. |
Fiordland National Park
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Perched on the hills above one of New Zealand’s loveliest harbors, Dunedin is a Kiwi city with a Scottish heart. Hailed as the “Edinburgh of New Zealand,” Dunedin is proud of its heritage. A statue of famed Scottish poet Robert Burns graces downtown, and the presence of New Zealand’s only kilt maker and whisky distillery – as well as many bagpipe bands – keep Dunedin’s ties to Scotland alive. The city also boasts a distinguished architectural and cultural history, a legacy of New Zealand’s 1860s gold rush.
Port Chalmers, gateway to Dunedin, is located eight miles from the city center. Dunedin is a planned city: its streets and suburbs fan out from the city’s octagon. |
Sydney
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As your ship passes Harbour Heads, you are presented with the shimmering skyline of Sydney – hailed by many seafarers as “the most beautiful harbor in the world.” Two prominent landmarks, Harbour Bridge and the sail-like curves of the Sydney Opera House, grace the backdrop of this picturesque harbor. There is a wealth of adventure waiting in Sydney – from its cosmopolitan city center to miles of beautiful beaches and the Blue Mountains.
Australia’s oldest and largest city was born in 1788 with the arrival of the “First Fleet” transporting 760 British convicts. Today, Sydney is the largest port in the South Pacific and is often voted the most popular destination in the South Pacific. |
Stateroom Features
- Flat screen TV
- Refrigerator
- Desk, chair & vanity mirror
- Spacious closet
- Private bathroom & shower
- Security safe
- Hair dryer & fine amenities
- High thread count linens and plush duvets
- Complimentary 24-hour room service (charges apply on select beverages and food items)
Pricing Details* (per person US$)
*Airfare not included in prices listed
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Balcony Cabin | $2,414 |
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Inside Cabin | $1, 744 |
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Mini-Suite | $2,834 |
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Suite | $4,209 |
To Reserve your space
Send email to: winedivadeb@yahoo.com or call Wine Diva Deb on 206-617-6160.
A deposit of $200/cabin fully refundable until Final Payment due November 23, 2018
All reservations based on double occupancy. Travel Insurance highly recommended as well as Personal & Medical Insurance.
