A Passage Stretching Across the Southern Arc

Itinerary

1. Day 1 , Sydney, Australia 2029-02-18 Departure 18:00
   Urban elegance and natural beauty come together in Sydney, distilling the essence of Australia into one sun-soaked metropolis. Stroll or paddle past the stacked shells of Sydney Opera House and the iconic arc of Harbour Bridge and pause for open-air dining on the harbourside. Beyond, the misty peaks and valleys of the Blue Mountains invite scenic walks in eucalyptus-scented forest. Sip on Shiraz in Hunter Valley wineries, taste the terroir in countryside dining rooms or take your pick from the region’s fabled beaches. 
2. Day 2 , Time at Sea 2029-02-19
   With more time to reflect, rejuvenate, and embrace the Ocean State of Mind, days at sea with Explora Journeys invite moments of unhurried exploration. Against a backdrop of endless blue, indulge in a varied programme of wellness, dining and entertainment, enriching the mind and indulging the senses, designed to satisfy even the most curious of minds. These moments at sea offer a rare chance to disconnect from the outside world and reconnect with yourself and your loved ones. With so many onboard experiences, each day at sea is unique and memorable.
3. Day 3 , Melbourne, Australia 2029-02-20 Arrival 07:00 Departure 21:00
   Melbourne’s zesty energy radiates from its atmospheric laneways, where colourful street art links local-brew coffee houses and restaurants that celebrate Victoria’s culinary creativity. Museums and markets tell the story of south Australian heritage, and in the family run vineyards of the Yarra Valley, winemakers share stories among the sun-soaked vines. Big skies and sweeping views await on the Great Ocean Road, where the 12 Apostles rise from the Southern Ocean: limestone monoliths shaped by time and tide. 
4. Day 4 , Time at Sea 2029-02-21
   With more time to reflect, rejuvenate, and embrace the Ocean State of Mind, days at sea with Explora Journeys invite moments of unhurried exploration. Against a backdrop of endless blue, indulge in a varied programme of wellness, dining and entertainment, enriching the mind and indulging the senses, designed to satisfy even the most curious of minds. These moments at sea offer a rare chance to disconnect from the outside world and reconnect with yourself and your loved ones. With so many onboard experiences, each day at sea is unique and memorable.
5. Day 5 , Hobart (Tasmania), Australia 2029-02-22 Arrival 08:00 Departure 18:00
   Frontier spirit shapes life in Hobart, tucked between the cold waters of Sullivans Cove and the hulking outline of Mount Wellington on the edge of the wilderness. Slip into the past in award-winning museums, spot Tasmanian Devils in natural sanctuaries or explore convict sites in Port Arthur. Hike and bike across Tasman Peninsula, where waterfalls and rock arches are etched into the Southern Ocean coast. For a slower pace, feast on fresh seafood on Bruny Island, where restaurants capture the essence of place and season. 
6. Day 6 , Time at Sea 2029-02-23
   With more time to reflect, rejuvenate, and embrace the Ocean State of Mind, days at sea with Explora Journeys invite moments of unhurried exploration. Against a backdrop of endless blue, indulge in a varied programme of wellness, dining and entertainment, enriching the mind and indulging the senses, designed to satisfy even the most curious of minds. These moments at sea offer a rare chance to disconnect from the outside world and reconnect with yourself and your loved ones. With so many onboard experiences, each day at sea is unique and memorable.
7. Day 7 , Time at Sea 2029-02-24
   With more time to reflect, rejuvenate, and embrace the Ocean State of Mind, days at sea with Explora Journeys invite moments of unhurried exploration. Against a backdrop of endless blue, indulge in a varied programme of wellness, dining and entertainment, enriching the mind and indulging the senses, designed to satisfy even the most curious of minds. These moments at sea offer a rare chance to disconnect from the outside world and reconnect with yourself and your loved ones. With so many onboard experiences, each day at sea is unique and memorable.
8. Day 8 , Sailing the Milford Sound, New Zealand 2029-02-25 Arrival 06:00 Departure 10:00
   Nature delivers on an epic scale in Milford Sound, a timeless land of Māori myth and untouched beauty. Drift between misty mountains and the sheer cliffs that flank the fjord – Piopiotahi in Māori – where waterfalls cascade from hanging rainforest gardens. Here in South Island’s Fiordland, bottlenose dolphins swish through inky seas and fur seal colonies huddle on placid shores carved by ancient glaciers: a wilderness shaped by natural forces.  
9. Day 9 , Port Chalmers (Dunedin), New Zealand 2029-02-26 Arrival 09:00 Departure 20:00
   A refuge in Otago Bay, Port Chalmers channels a sense of the sublime. Step into its pioneer history at the Maritime Museum and delve into the legacy of Antarctic exploration, or spend an afternoon exploring the region’s Scottish roots behind the walls of Larnach Castle in Dunedin, self-styled ‘Edinburgh of the South’. Sea lions lounge on the windswept beaches of Otago Peninsula, a hiking paradise where little blue penguins nest and Albatross wheel above the lighthouse at Taiaroa Head.
10. Day 10 , Lyttelton (Christchurch), New Zealand 2029-02-27 Arrival 09:00 Departure 19:00
    Tucked between the grizzled ridges of Banks Peninsula and the art galleries of Christchurch, Lyttelton bridges edge-of-wilderness adventure and gastronomic encounters. Tackle epic hikes in ancient caldera or venture into the wide-open spaces and filming locations of Arthur’s Pass National Park. World-class Riesling and elegant Pinot are grown in the vineyards of Waipara Valley, poured in boutique wineries amid rolling hills. French heritage lingers in little Akaroa, where fresh seafood is served in waterside brasseries and Hector’s dolphins zip through milky blue waves.
11. Day 11 , Wellington, New Zealand 2029-02-28 Arrival 07:00 Departure 18:00
    Wellington is a window into the past, present and future of Aotearoa (New Zealand), the ‘Land of the Long White Cloud’. Tales of Māori culture and heritage are told at Te Papa National Museum, while contemporary creativity is found among the boutique nooks of Hannah’s Laneway and the studios of Wētā Workshop, which brought JRR Tolkien’s fantastical worlds to life. Earthy and elegant Pinot Noir takes centre stage in the wineries of Martinborough, where tasting rooms and rural restaurants celebrate sun, soil and seasonality.
12. Day 12 , Napier, New Zealand 2029-03-01 Arrival 08:00 Departure 14:30
    Napier’s story is one of rebirth and renewal, set to a backdrop of outstanding natural beauty. Days here start early: wander through the pines of Marine Parade and stop for a coffee among the breezy palms of the city centre, rebuilt as an ode to Art Deco architecture in the 1930s. Watch gannets plunge towards the Pacific from the emerald clifftops of Cape Kidnappers or pedal between the lush wineries of Hawke’s Bay, where family run cellar doors share 150 years of winemaking heritage. 
13. Day 13 , Tauranga, New Zealand 2029-03-02 Arrival 10:00 Departure 21:00
    Māori roots run deep in Tauranga, anchored in the Bay of Plenty by the dome of Mount Maunganui. Ancestral stories give shape to the land, from the volcanic valleys and rushing geysers of Rotorua to the island sanctuary of Whale Island (Moutohorā), a lost world of endemic species, hot springs and artistic rock formations. Hike to native forest lookouts, paddle the still waters of Lake Rotoiti, feast on fresh seafood and spot orcas and dolphins off the rugged headlands of North Island’s sacred coast. 
14. Day 14 , Auckland, New Zealand 2029-03-03 Arrival 09:00 Departure 18:00

    Known as the City of Sails - and spontaneous rainbows — Auckland charms as a beachy urban haven lounging beside the lucid blue-green water of New Zealand’s North Island. Adventure awaits in every direction: explore Rangitoto Island’s volcanic trails or Waiheke’s renowned vineyards and beaches. In town, two harbours invite waterfront strolls, fresh sea air, and sweeping Harbour Bridge views. Meet local artisans and farmers at Matakana, then step into Auckland War Memorial Museum’s showcase of Māori heritage. The ultimate exclamation point: the Sky Tower soaring over the peaceful cityscape. 

15. Day 15 , Auckland, New Zealand 2029-03-04 Arrival 09:00

    Known as the City of Sails - and spontaneous rainbows — Auckland charms as a beachy urban haven lounging beside the lucid blue-green water of New Zealand’s North Island. Adventure awaits in every direction: explore Rangitoto Island’s volcanic trails or Waiheke’s renowned vineyards and beaches. In town, two harbours invite waterfront strolls, fresh sea air, and sweeping Harbour Bridge views. Meet local artisans and farmers at Matakana, then step into Auckland War Memorial Museum’s showcase of Māori heritage. The ultimate exclamation point: the Sky Tower soaring over the peaceful cityscape.