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Great Southern Lands of Australia and New Zealand

Feb. 9–24, 2025

Tour Operator: GoNext


Activity Level: Easy

Use the button above to download the trip brochure with pricing.

To make a reservation and view pricing, please use the “Learn More and Book Online” button above or call GoNext at 888-918-8954. 

Oceania Cruises’ Regatta is your home as you experience the varied delights of Australia and New Zealand. Experience natural wonders, culinary delights and movie-making history as you journey through the lands of The Lord of the Rings films.


Highlights:

  • Wander through Melbourne’s many laneways lined with impressive street art, or stroll the bustling Queen Victoria Market, an all-encompassing food hub since 1878
  • Let local cheese makers dazzle your taste buds in Burnie, and journey to the summit of Mount Wellington for panoramic views of scenic Hobart.
  • Watch for kangaroos, sea lions and other wildlife.
  • Cruise along captivating fjords as craggy cliffs tower over you in Milford Sound.
  • Soak in the natural sights of Mount Wellington, picturesque Carolina Bay and sunny Napier Beach.
  • Enjoy fine dining and wine tasting at Auckland’s Mudbrick Vineyard.
  • Immerse yourself in Maori culture at a traditional hangi feast and performance.
  • Sail aboard Oceania Cruises’ Regatta.

Cost Details

Please see tour website for details.

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Map of tour region

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