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Australia & New Zealand Cruises

Encounter natural wonders including the Great Barrier Reef and Milford Sound on Australia & New Zealand cruises.

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Legendary Voyages: South Pacific

Unpack once and island-hop your way through the South Pacific on board our Legendary Voyages. These longer sailings, ranging from 25 to 59 days, offer a deeper exploration of a single region with immersive experiences, extended port visits and exclusive onboard programming.

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Islands of the South Pacific

Duration: 28 days

Departs: Sydney to Auckland

Cruise Australia’s east coast en route to Vanuatu, Fiji, Tonga and others. Snorkel coral reefs, visit a traditional island village and relax on white-sand shores. Call on New Zealand’s natural wonders, historic Māori sites and so much more.

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Hawaii, Tahiti & the Marquesas

Duration: 35 days

Departs: Roundtrip San Diego

Visit four Hawaiian Islands and cross the International Date Line and equator. Call on the South Pacific’s beloved havens and secluded atolls. Drift into “island time” during overnights in Raiatea, Tahiti and Moorea.

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National Parks & UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Australia and New Zealand are brimming with ancient sites, diverse ecosystems, and breathtaking landscapes just waiting to be explored.

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Fiordland National Park

Marvel at Fiordland National Park’s soaring peaks, shimmering ribbons of water, and unique wildlife.

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Lake Gunn near Fiordland National Park, New Zealand

Milford Sound

Cruise New Zealand’s mesmerizing Milford Sound, a UNESCO World Heritage Site punctuated by the iconic Mitre Peak.

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Scenic sunset at Milford Sound in New Zealand

Great Barrier Reef

There are many ways to experience this staggeringly beautiful UNESCO World Heritage Site and natural world wonder.

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Underwater world with corals and tropical fish

Magnetic Island National Park

This stunning natural reserve is home to rock wallabies, koalas, rainbow lorikeets and much more.

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Rainbow lorikeet birds on a tree, Australia

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Top Reasons to Cruise Australia & New Zealand With Holland America

Authentic Cultural Activities

Tour a historic New Zealand seaport, visit a working Tasmanian sheep farm and call on a genuine Māori marae (meeting ground).

Unique Natural Wonders

Encounter jaw-dropping national parks, geothermal hot springs and captivating wildlife.

UNESCO World Heritage sites

Tour the Sydney Opera House, hike the world’s oldest tropical rain forest, snorkel the Great Barrier Reef and much more.

Fresh Local Favorites

Savor locally sourced specialties, such as Sydney rock oysters and Tasmanian meat pies.

Cruise the South Pacific’s Secluded Isles

Cruises to the South Pacific carry you to a tapestry of remarkable islands. Stroll through ambrosial vanilla plantations, snorkel coral-rich lagoons and learn about ancient traditions on a village tour.

New Caledonia

Kayak the tranquil Dumbéa River
Trek Mt. Koghi’s Rainforest

In addition to old-growth forests and vanilla plantations, this French overseas territory is home to coral-rich lagoons with such superlative beauty and biodiversity, they have been named a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

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Map depicting New Caledonia ports

Solomon Islands

Admire the stunning Mataniko Falls
Browse a local market for fresh tropical produce

The Solomon Islands’ Guadalcanal boasts a bustling central market, dense tropical rain forests, enchanting birdlife and fascinating World War II history.

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Map depicting Solomon Islands ports

Cook Islands

Look for the colorful kākerōri, an endangered avian species
Explore the sacred marae and other ruins

Rarotonga — the largest of the Cook Islands — is home to towering mountains, cascading waterfalls, stunning shorelines and warm Polynesian hospitality.

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Map depicting Cook Islands ports

Vanuatu

Tour Chief Roi Mata’s Domain, an UNESCO World Heritage Site
Watch a fire-walking demonstration

Vanuatu is full of natural splendors and long-lasting traditions. Splash into the dazzling Blue Lagoon from a rope swing or take a refreshing dip in its cooling water. Learn about ancient hunting, fishing and weaving on a Keamu Cultural Village tour.

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Map depicting Vanuatu ports

Kagu bird in the forest of New Caledonia

The Hen of Hienghene in New Caledonia

Beach on Lifou Island, New Caledonia

Sea turtle swimming underwater in Nouméa, New Caledonia

Tenaru falls in the Solomon Islands

Woman weaving a coconut palm leaf in the Solomon Islands

Panorama from above of Solomon Islands

Nicobar pigeon on a tree branch in the Solomon Islands

Aerial view of beaches with white sand in Cook islands

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Sunset at Cook Islands

Man playing with a school of fish in Rarotonga, Cook Islands

Man sculping slit gongs out of tree trunks, Vanuatu

Erakor Island landscape with turquoise water, Vanuatu

Aerial view Matevulu Blue Hole in Espiritu Santa Island, Vanuatu

View from cruise port Mystery Island in Vanuatu

Auckland

Take in 360° views of Auckland’s marinas, modern skyscrapers and restored Victorian buildings from atop its 1,076-foot Sky Tower.

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Melbourne

Melbourne Admire Melbourne’s UNESCO-listed Royal Exhibition Building and Carlton Gardens, a harmonious fusion of nature and architecture, on a Melbourne city tour.

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Sydney

Attend a dazzling show at the dynamic Sydney Opera House, one of the world’s most iconic performing arts venues.

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Hobart

Encounter Tasmania’s unique creatures, including Tasmanian devils, wombats, kangaroos and wallabies, at the Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary.

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Auckland

Take in 360° views of Auckland’s marinas, modern skyscrapers and restored Victorian buildings from atop its 1,076-foot Sky Tower.

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Melbourne

Melbourne Admire Melbourne’s UNESCO-listed Royal Exhibition Building and Carlton Gardens, a harmonious fusion of nature and architecture, on a Melbourne city tour.

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Sydney

Attend a dazzling show at the dynamic Sydney Opera House, one of the world’s most iconic performing arts venues.

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Hobart

Encounter Tasmania’s unique creatures, including Tasmanian devils, wombats, kangaroos and wallabies, at the Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary.

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Explore Australia & New Zealand With Holland America

Our ships are perfectly sized to navigate the breathtaking bays and amazing isles of Australia, New Zealand, and the South Pacific with ease.

Enjoy a Front-Row Seat to Australia & New Zealand Splendors

Experience the breathtaking scenery of Australia and New Zealand aboard our uncrowded mid-sized ships. Delight in extra space while soaking up the sun by our pools or enjoying the views from our wraparound decks.

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