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New Zealand Holiday Cruise 11 Nights • Sydney, Australia • Anthem of the Seas



Itinerary

Cruise Overview 

Day 1 Sun 28 Dec Sydney, Australia Departs at 5:00 pm

Days 2-3 Mon 29 Dec - Tue 30 Dec 2 Days at Sea Anthem of the Seas

Day 4 Wed 31 Dec Picton, New Zealand Docked from 9:30 am - 6:00 pm

Day 5 Thu 1 Jan Day at Sea Anthem of the Seas

Day 6 Fri 2 Jan Napier, New Zealand Docked from 7:00 am - 4:00 pm

Day 7 Sat 3 Jan Tauranga, New Zealand Docked from 10:00 am - 9:15 pm

Day 8 Sun 4 Jan Auckland, New Zealand Docked from 8:00 am - 6:00 pm

Day 9 Mon 5 Jan Bay Of Islands, New Zealand Tendered from 7:00 am - 5:00 pm

Days 10-11 Tue 6 Jan - Wed 7 Jan 2 Days at Sea Anthem of the Seas

Day 12 Thu 8 Jan Sydney, Australia Arrives at 6:30 am

Cruise Overview 

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Dive headfirst into adventure on a 11-night cruise to Australia and New Zealand. Depart from Sydney, Australia on Anthem of the Seas for your epic Down Under journey. Gaze in awe and wonder at the region’s captivating natural beauty and explore the great outdoors before heading back to your ship.

Day 1 Sun, 28 Dec 2025 Sydney, Australia Departs at 5:00 pm

Your ship departs promptly at 5:00 pm, so plan to arrive at least 2-3 hours early to account for checking in and boarding protocols. During this time, many of the ship's amenities are open and operating, so feel free to start your holiday early.

Days 2-3 Mon, 29 Dec 2025 - Tue, 30 Dec 2025 2 Days at Sea Anthem of the Seas

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Make the most of your day at sea by enjoying our Wi-Fi, drink and Speciality Dining Packages. These services are available at an additional cost

While at sea, take time to recharge before the next adventure. Lounge by the pool, be spoiled at the spa, dine at any of the onboard restaurants or explore the thrills on each deck until we arrive at the next destination.

Day 4 Wed, 31 Dec 2025 Picton, New Zealand Docked from 9:30 am - 6:00 pm

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Day 5 Thu, 1 Jan 2026 Day at Sea Anthem of the Seas

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Make the most of your day at sea by enjoying our Wi-Fi, drink and Speciality Dining Packages. These services are available at an additional cost

While at sea, take time to recharge before the next adventure. Lounge by the pool, be spoiled at the spa, dine at any of the onboard restaurants or explore the thrills on each deck until we arrive at the next destination.

Day 6 Fri, 2 Jan 2026 Napier, New Zealand Docked from 7:00 am - 4:00 pm

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Day 7 Sat, 3 Jan 2026 Tauranga, New Zealand Docked from 10:00 am - 9:15 pm

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Day 8 Sun, 4 Jan 2026 Auckland, New Zealand Docked from 8:00 am - 6:00 pm

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Day 9 Mon, 5 Jan 2026 Bay Of Islands, New Zealand Tendered from 7:00 am - 5:00 pm

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Days 10-11 Tue, 6 Jan 2026 - Wed, 7 Jan 2026 2 Days at Sea Anthem of the Seas

A friendly reminder
Make the most of your day at sea by enjoying our Wi-Fi, drink and Speciality Dining Packages. These services are available at an additional cost

While at sea, take time to recharge before the next adventure. Lounge by the pool, be spoiled at the spa, dine at any of the onboard restaurants or explore the thrills on each deck until we arrive at the next destination.

Day 12 Thu, 8 Jan 2026 Sydney, Australia Arrives at 6:30 am

The cruise might have ended, but there are still some great activities to enjoy in the area. If you flew into this port, be mindful of your departure flight time and plan accordingly.
Your ship:

Anthem of the Seas

Available Rooms

What’s included with your holiday

Your holiday essentials are always included. Quench your thirst with water, coffee, juice and tea options available at no charge. Indulge in many delicious free dining options onboard. You can also enjoy jaw-dropping entertainment like live shows, live music, themed dance parties and more at no additional cost.

Suites come with extra amenities and inclusions.

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  • Standard beverages like water, coffee, juice and tea options
  • Food and snacks at our cafes and buffets
  • Shows, live music, and entertainment
  • Most onboard experiences

Grab these upgrades at an additional cost

  • World-class dining at speciality restaurants
  • Cocktails, specialty coffees, sodas and bottled water
  • Wi-Fi to stay connected at sea
  • Spa treatments
  • Shore excursions
  • Professional photography
  • Royal Babies and Tots℠ Nursery
  • Laundry services