Australia and New Zealand Cruise — Norwegian Spirit, 19 Nights

About Australia and New Zealand Cruise — Norwegian Spirit, 19 Nights

A 19-night, 20-day Australia and New Zealand cruise aboard the Norwegian Spirit. Flying from Istanbul to embark the ship at Sydney port. The ship visits the ports of Sydney, Eden, Melbourne, Dunedin, Timaru, Tauranga, and the Bay of Islands, respectively. Itinerary summary: Day 1 Istanbul – Doha; Day 2 Doha – Sydney; Day 3 Sydney; Day 4 Sydney; Day 5 Eden; Day 6 Melbourne; Day 7 Melbourne; Day 8 At sea; Day 9 At sea; Day 10 At sea; Day 11 Dunedin; Day 12 Timaru; Day 13 At sea; Day 14 Tauranga; Day 15 Bay of Islands; Day 16 At sea; Day 17 At sea; Day 18 Sydney; Day 19 Sydney; Day 20 Doha – Istanbul. Cabin options: Inside Cabin Promo, Inside Cabin Standard, Outside Cabin Standard, Balcony Cabin Standard. The cabin difference is added according to the cabin selected during booking. Departure date: December 22, 2026. Prices start from €4,899 per person. Included in the price: Round-trip scheduled economy class flights; Turkish-speaking guide service if the group reaches 20 people; Airport – Port – Airport transfers; Airport and port taxes; 3 nights of hotel accommodation in Sydney; Accommodation throughout the tour in the preferred category.

Departure Dates

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1 — Istanbul – Doha

Flight from Istanbul to Doha.

Day 2 — Doha – Sydney

Free time around Sydney after breakfast; optional excursions available. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 3 — Sydney

Free time around Sydney after breakfast; optional excursions available. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 4 — Sydney

Sightseeing around Sydney after breakfast (Sydney Opera House), transfer to Sydney port, embarkation, and settling into cabins. Dinner and overnight stay on board.

Day 5 — Eden

Stop at Eden port. Free time on shore; optional shore excursions are organized. Overnight stay on board.

Day 6 — Melbourne

Stop at Melbourne port. Philip Island sightseeing and free time during the day. Overnight stay on board.

Day 7 — Melbourne

Stop at Melbourne port. Sightseeing around Melbourne Phillip Island and free time during the day. Overnight stay on board.

Day 8 — Cruising at sea

Full day cruising at sea: free time on board with pools, spa, shows, and restaurants. Overnight stay on board.

Day 9 — Cruising at sea

Full day cruising at sea: free time on board with pools, spa, shows, and restaurants. Overnight stay on board.

Day 10 — Cruising at sea

Full day cruising at sea: free time on board with pools, spa, shows, and restaurants. Overnight stay on board.

Day 11 — Dunedin

Stop at Dunedin port. Free time on shore; optional shore excursions are organized. Overnight stay on board.

Day 12 — Timaru

Stop at Timaru port. Free time on shore; optional shore excursions are organized. Overnight stay on board.

Day 13 — Cruising at sea

Full day cruising at sea: free time on board with pools, spa, shows, and restaurants. Overnight stay on board.

Day 14 — Tauranga

Stop at Tauranga port. Free time on shore; optional shore excursions are organized. Overnight stay on board.

Day 15 — Bay of Islands

Stop at Bay of Islands port. Free time on shore; optional shore excursions are organized. Overnight stay on board.

Day 16 — Cruising at sea

Full day cruising at sea: free time on board with pools, spa, shows, and restaurants. Overnight stay on board.

Day 17 — Cruising at sea

Full day cruising at sea: free time on board with pools, spa, shows, and restaurants. Overnight stay on board.

Day 18 — Sydney

Stop at Sydney port. Free time on shore; optional shore excursions are organized. Overnight stay on board.

Day 19 — Sydney

Disembarkation after breakfast at Sydney port; transfer to hotel. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 20 — Doha – Istanbul

Return to Istanbul via Doha; end of tour.

Places to Visit

What’s Included

What’s Not Included

Frequently Asked Questions

How many days does the Australia and New Zealand cruise with Norwegian Spirit last?

The tour is 19 nights and 20 days.

Which ports does the ship visit?

Sydney, Eden, Melbourne, Dunedin, Timaru, Tauranga, Bay of Islands, respectively.

Which ship operates this tour?

Aboard the Norwegian Spirit ship.

Where is the departure, and how is the transportation?

The journey begins with a flight from Istanbul to Sydney port where boarding takes place; return is also by air.

What are the departure dates and how much does it cost?

Departure dates: December 22, 2026. Price per person starts from €4,899.

What cabin types are available?

Interior Cabin Promo (base price), Interior Cabin Standard (+€100), Oceanview Cabin Standard (+€700), Balcony Cabin Standard (+€2,700). Difference is per person.

What is included in the price?

Round-trip economy class scheduled flights; Turkish-speaking tour guiding service if the group reaches 20 people; Airport – Port – Airport transfers; Airport and port taxes; 3 nights hotel accommodation in Sydney; Accommodation in the chosen category throughout the tour; Breakfast, lunch, dinner, and afternoon snacks on board; 24-hour Complimentary À La Carte restaurant on board; Entertainment and shows on board; Use of Fitness & Sports center.

What is not included in the price?

Service charges. €18.50 per person per day payable on board. Mandatory; Medical services; Shore excursions; Personal expenses; Domestic connecting flights; Required visa fees (Australia Visa & New Zealand Cruise Visa); All drinks purchased at bars and restaurants on board; International departure tax.

Is there a Turkish-speaking guide?

Yes, Turkish-speaking tour leader service is included in the price.