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International Cruises & Cross-Country Land Tours
Australia - New Zealand Cruisetours
Hand Tailored Australia Excursions
Australia Highlights
- Luxury Rail: The Ghan (Adelaide to Darwin) and The Indian Pacific (Sydney to Perth).
- Boutique Lodges & Reefs: Luxury Outback stays (Longitude 131° at Uluru), Lizard Island/Great Barrier Reef, and Tasmania wilderness lodges.
- Wine & Coastal: Barossa Valley, Yarra Valley, and Great Ocean Road private transfers.
- Australia Round-Trip Voyages: Popular Sydney-based itineraries featuring round-trip ocean sailings into Fiji and the Coral Sea for large cruise ships.
- Sydney South Pacific Cruisetours: Deep-water ocean ports offering the widest selection of long-distance voyages across Fiji, French Polynesia, Vanuatu, New Caledonia, and Samoa.
- Ocean-to-Rail Transfers: Complete harbor-to-station transfer packages pairing your cruise disembarkation with reserved luxury rail packages from Sydney Central Station.
Bespoke New Zealand Packages
New Zealand Highlights
- South Island Alpine Rail: The TranzAlpine train crossing the Southern Alps (Christchurch to Greymouth).
- Fjordland & Nature: Milford Sound and Doubtful Sound wilderness lodges and overnight boat stays.
- Culture & Thermal Wonders: Rotorua geothermal sites, Maori cultural experiences, and Hawke's Bay/Marlborough wine regions.
- Trans-Tasman Sailing Itinerary: Details about 10–12 day sailings between Sydney and Auckland, Milford Sound, Melbourne, Hobart, and Tauranga.
- 7-Night Auckland Roundtrip Cruises: Embark from downtown Auckland for a seamless 7-day roundtrip sailing—exploring New Zealand’s hidden coastal gems, sub-tropical bays, or nearby South Pacific islands before returning right back to harbour.
- Cruise & Scenic Rail Bundles: Complete harbor-to-station transfer packages pairing your Auckland cruise disembarkation with reserved luxury seats on the Northern Explorer or South Island's TranzAlpine train.
Pre- & Post-Cruise Adventures
Down Under Adventure Packages
Sydney Harbor & Wine Country Stays (Australia):
- The Hub: 2- to 3-night luxury city stays overlooking Sydney Harbour or Circular Quay.
- The Package: Private airport and pier transfers, reserved Sydney Opera House tours, Taronga Zoo experiences, and private day excursions to the Blue Mountains or Yarra Valley wine estates.
Auckland & Cultural Heartland Stays (New Zealand):
- The Hub: 2- to 3-night boutique harbor stays in Auckland, the "City of Sails".
- The Package: Seamless airport-to-ship transfers, Waiheke Island boutique vineyard tours, Maori cultural performances, and overland day trips to Hobbiton Movie Set or Rotorua thermal wonders.
Cairns & Great Barrier Reef Extensions:
- The Hub: Tropical North Queensland luxury resort stays in Cairns or Port Douglas.
- The Package: Outer Reef catamaran snorkel and dive charters, Daintree Rainforest Skyrail cableway tours, and wildlife sanctuary access before or after your ocean crossing.
Large Ship vs Small Ship Cruises
Coastal & Wine Country Loops
- NCL: Runs 8-to-11-day roundtrip sailings out of Sydney focusing strictly on Australian ports—including Melbourne, Tasmania (Hobart/Burnie), Adelaide, and Kangaroo Island.
- Windstar: Features boutique coastal sailings down the East Coast and around Tasmania, stopping in smaller regional harbors that large ships can't access.
Great Barrier Reef & Tropical Queensland Sailings
- NCL: Offers 10-to-14-day itineraries sailing north along Queensland's coast from Sydney or Cairns, hitting Airlie Beach (Whitsundays), Townsville, Cairns, and the Great Barrier Reef.
South Pacific & Island Hopping (Fiji, Vanuatu, New Caledonia)
- NCL & Windstar: Depart Sydney or Brisbane to sail northeast into the tropical South Pacific islands (Fiji, Vanuatu, Mystery Island, Nouméa) without going near New Zealand.
Grand Transpacific & Repositioning Crossings
- Transpacific: Long-haul voyages connecting Australia (Sydney) to Hawaii (Honolulu) or Tahiti (Papeete), crossing the Equator.
- Asia Repositioning: Sailings connecting Sydney to Bali (Indonesia), Singapore, or Japan via Northern Australia.
Combined Sydney & Auckland Tours
Australia Cruise & Land Packages
The Hub: Sailing from Sydney is the primary gateway for combining iconic city experiences with South Pacific ocean adventures.
- Popular Routes: Round-trip Sydney to Fiji, Vanuatu, and New Caledonia, as well as grand transpacific repositioning sailings toward Hawaii or Asia.
Pre & Post-Cruise Extensions:
- Cairns & Great Barrier Reef: World-class snorkeling and tropical rainforest tours.
- Melbourne & Yarra Valley: Boutique city culture, arts, and premier wine tasting.
- Uluru & The Outback: Iconic red center excursions and indigenous cultural experiences.
Down Under Ocean Cruisetours
Featured Boutique & Luxury Lines
Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL):
- The Fleet: Premium ocean liners featuring ship-wide amenities offering expansive deck space, multi-generational cabins, and world-class dining.
- The Route: Multi-country cross-Tasman routes between Sydney and Auckland, Australian coastal loops, and South Pacific island sailings.
- Best For: Multi-generational families, active travelers, and first-time South Pacific cruisers looking for comprehensive ocean-liner comfort.
Windstar Cruises:
- The Fleet: Boutique all-suite motor yachts accommodating under 350 guests for an uncrowded, private yacht-style atmosphere.
- The Route: Intimate coastal voyages and hidden harbor loops, gliding into tender-only island atolls, shallow regional bays, and New Zealand’s quietest fjords.
- Best For: Luxury travelers, couples, and destination lovers seeking immersive shore excursions, private marina access, and unhurried local culture.
Trans-Tasman Ocean Voyages
South Pacific Cruisetours
One-Way Trans-Tasman Voyages: Experience the ultimate ocean crossing between Australia and New Zealand.
- Open-jaw routes allow you to explore Sydney Harbour, Fjordland National Park, Napier, and Waitematā Harbour in a single, continuous journey.
- Curated Cruisetour Extensions: Our concierge team custom-builds your itinerary with 5-star pre- and post-cruise hotel stays, inter-city flight connections, and scenic rail extensions.
- Complimentary Consultation: Contact us to tailor your open-jaw package dates and travel style.
Bespoke Travel Planners
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Concierge Australia travel services are complimentary and no additional fees are added to the cost of your travel package. Licensed travel agencies are paid by the operators of the package inclusions.
Together we will create an itinerary for your dream vacation, or cruise with hotels and excursions for any destination. Take advantage of my 20+ years of experience, specializing in destinations in the Pacific regions.