Titan Travel Natural Wonders of New Zealand & Australia Cruise & Tour

30-day itinerary

Day 1-2: In Flight

You will be collected from your home by Titan Travel’s VIP door-to-door service, ahead of the flight to Auckland.

Day 3: Auckland

After arriving in Auckland in the early afternoon, transfer directly to your hotel.

Grand Millennium (4.5 star)

Day 4: Bay of Islands

Commence your first full day of exploration as you travel to the Bay of Islands, with a scheduled stop on route at Waipoua Kauri Forest to marvel at the 2,000 year-old tree – Tane Mahuta, before then visiting the Kauri Museum. The journey will continue to the Bay of Islands. While here, gain intriguing insights the islands’  history and heritage as you explore the first British settlement in New Zealand.

Copthorne Bay of Islands (4-star)****

Day 5: Cape Brett Peninsula – Waitangi Treaty Grounds

Embark on a Cape Brett Peninsula cruise in the morning, to soak up the incredible views and marine life around the region. During the afternoon, learn more about New Zealand’s extensive history as you take part in a scheduled tour around Waitangi Treaty Grounds.

Copthorne Bay of Islands (4-star)****

Day 6: Whangarei – Auckland

Enjoy a morning of free time before travelling back to Auckland through the striking region of Whangarei. You’ll explore this region and the continue along the Hibiscus Coast to Auckland.

Grand Millennium (4.5 star)

Day 7: Auckland

During the morning, enjoy a guided tour around the city’s highlights, which includes a visit to the iconic Bastion Point. The afternoon will be free for you to explore the vibrant city independently.

Grand Millennium (4.5 star)

Day 8: Auckland

A morning of free time to explore more of the city, ahead of starting your cruise adventure as you board the Westerdam cruise ship.

Westerdam (4-star)****

Day 9: Tauranga (Rotorua)

The journey continues to Tauranga – an area rich in Maori history.

Westerdam (4-star)****

Day 10: Napier

The next port of call on your cruise journey will be the town of Napier, located on the coastline of Hawkes Bay. Be sure to visit the National Aquarium while here, as you gain knowledge into the region’s volcanic past.

Westerdam (4-star)****

Day 11: Wellington

Stop off at the capital on the southern tip of the northern island, and make sure to look around the bountiful array of restaurants and shops on its picturesque waterfront.

Westerdam (4-star)****

Day 12: Picton

Explore the charming town of Picton on day 12. Why not visit the Edwin Fox Maritime Museum while here?

Westerdam (4-star)****

Day 13: Lyttelton (Christchurch)

Experience the stark difference between old and new as you visit the city of Lyttelton – a city steeped in ‘English’ heritage.

Westerdam (4-star)****

Day 14: Port Chalmers (Dunedin)

Experience the Victorian and Edwardian-era buildings in Dunedin, or see the variety of rare wildlife in the Opago Peninsula, such as royal albatross and yellow-eyed penguins.

Westerdam (4-star)****

Day 15: Cruising Fiordland National Park

Immerse yourself in the incredible surrounding scenery as the Westerdam cruises through Fiordland National Park. Witness a captivating array of mountains, lakes, fjords and rainforests, as you travel through the serene waters.

Westerdam (4-star)****

Day 16-17: At sea

Two days at sea as you head towards Hobart to start the second leg of your adventure.

Westerdam (4-star)****

Day 18: Hobart, Tasmania, Australia

Commence your journey in Australia as you walk around the historic neighbourhood of Battery Point, in Hobart. Gain fascinating insights into Tasmania’s past while visiting the convict centre of Port Arthur.

Westerdam (4-star)****

Day 19: At sea

A day at sea after departing Hobart.

Westerdam (4-star)****

Day 20: Melbourne

Arrive in the bustling city of Melbourne. While here, you’ll have the opportunity to wander round the old Edwardian and Victorian buildings, as well as the Botanical Gardens.

Westerdam (4-star)****

Day 21: At sea

An additional day at sea.

Westerdam (4-star)****

Day 22: Sydney

Commence a full day of exploration around this fine city as you experience a guided tour of all the highlights, including Sydney Harbour Bridge, the Opera House – and the 19th-century Royal Botanical Gardens. During the afternoon, climb onboard your ship for a scheduled sunset and dinner cruise journey around the Sydney Harbour.

Parkroyal Darling Harbour, Sydney (4-star)****

Day 23: Sydney

A day of free time for you to spend at your own leisure, exploring more of what the wonderful city has to offer.

Parkroyal Darling Harbour, Sydney (4-star)****

Day 24: Sydney

Enjoy the final scheduled day in Sydney at your own leisure, with an entire day of free time.

Parkroyal Darling Harbour, Sydney (4-star)****

Day 25: Sydney – Cairns

The journey continues to Cairns – the base for the next few days of your adventure. While here, you’ll enjoy the wonders of the region’s tropical climate, as well as an unforgettable visit to the Great Barrier Reef.

Bailey Hotel, Cairns (4-star)****

Day 26: Cairns

An additional day of free time to relax and unwind in the tropical Queensland weather.

Bailey Hotel, Cairns (4-star)****

Day 27-28: Cairns – Great Barrier Reef

On an unforgettable day of adventure, explore the rich ecosystem and thriving waters of the Great Barrier Reef. You’ll be able to view the vibrant and colourful coral while on the included Outer Greater Barrier Reef cruise, with there even being a chance take part in snorkelling activities in the water. The next day will be free to relax in your hotel in Cairns.

Bailey Hotel, Cairns (4-star)****

Day 29: Cairns – In flight

Transfer to the airport for your return flight to the UK.

Day 30: UK

Once you have arrived back in the UK, Titan’s travel service will be waiting to take you home.

7 Different excursions and visits (see tour highlights)