Heritage Adventurer, 11 Night New Zealand Coastal Odyssey ex Queenstown, New Zealand to Auckland, New Zealand

This departure is from Auckland to Bluff.

Discover the hidden gems of Aotearoa/New Zealand and its three main islands (the North Island, South Island, and Stewart Island) on this unforgettable 12-day expedition. From the bright lights of New Zealand’s largest city to the geothermal wonderland of Rotorua, Dunedin’s avant-garde fashion labels and the adventure playground of Queenstown, this is the ultimate Kiwi adventure to experience it all. Please note: the 11 November 2026 voyage is 13 days with a day in Abel Tasman National Park and operates in reverse departing from Auckland.
With the 9th longest coastline in the world measuring some 15,000 kilometres, you will wind through narrow fiords, circumnavigate small islands, explore secluded bays, and visit quaint seaside towns. Bordering the Tasman Sea and the Pacific Ocean, and once part of Gondwanaland, New Zealand has a fascinating natural and cultural history from its first Polynesian arrivals through European settlement, early sealing and whaling and world-leading conservation efforts. Highlights include the sunken valleys and towering mountains of Fiordland’s Doubtful and Dusky Sounds; the volcanoes, hot springs and geysers of Rotorua; the ‘World’s Coolest Little Capital’ (Wellington); the scenic playground of the Marlborough Sounds; the Scottish city of Dunedin; the iconic wildlife havens of Stewart Island and nearby predator-free Ulva Island; the French-infused village of Akaroa; and the City of Sails, Auckland.Those looking for a thrilling exploration filled with wildlife encounters will enjoy observations of dolphins and whale watching, as well as exceptional birdwatching, including several rare endemic species such as on Ulva Island, and an albatross colony on the Otago Peninsula. Those with a taste for gourmet delights will enjoy experiencing some of New Zealand’s award-winning cuisine including the wines of Canterbury, Marlborough and cheese in Akaroa.Our vessel Heritage Adventurer is built for exploring regions like New Zealand’s intricate coastline, navigating through fiords, cruising up harbours, and allowing for Zodiac cruising to remote and isolated bays. We invite you to join us on this in-depth exploration of Aotearoa/New Zealand.

***Note: Some voyages will operate the itinerary in reverse.***