Spectacular scenery for as far as the eye can see – with the Southern Alps, volcanoes and subtropical beaches. Nestled in this landscape, you will find charming cities that are ideal for relaxed discovery tours.
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At anchor - If the ship anchors in open water the ferrying ashore will be done with tenders or Zodiacs.
Scheduled flight from Frankfurt to Sydney
Sydney/Australia, transfer to a first-class hotel, overnight stay with breakfast
Sydney
Be it a little earlier with our pre-cruise programmes* or as part of the normal prelude to your cruise: welcome to Sydney! The harbour is one of the most beautiful in the world, and the remarkable silhouette of the Sydney Opera House is a fascinating sight to behold. Discover the city on a helicopter flight* or above the rooftops on a culinar tour*. Alternatively, you can try out surfing* for beginners on Bondi Beach. A tip from the travel concierge: bridge climbing* over the arches of Harbour Bridge, whose summit towers 134 m above sea level.
Sydney
City tour and transfer to embarkation point, overnight stay on board
Sydney departure 19.00 hrs
Relaxation at sea
Cruising through Milford Sound, Thompson Sound and Doubtful Sound/New Zealand during the day
The land of fjords
Steep rock faces and thunderous waterfalls: the fjord landscape of New Zealand is one of the largest natural wonders in the world. Cruise through the majestic Milford Sound, Thompson Sound and Doubtful Sound on the EUROPA 2 – your veranda will become your exclusive box seat.
Oban/Stewart Island/New Zealand , 8.00 – 18.00 hrs
Oban
Discover the natural paradise that is Stewart Island, perhaps by walking to the lighthouse on Ackers Point*, or the bird sanctuary on Ulva Island*.
Port Chalmers (Dunedin)/New Zealand, 7.00 – 20.00 hrs
Port Chalmers (Dunedin)
Explore the historic architecture of Dunedin. A train ride on the Taieri Gorge Railway* will take you across cast-iron viaducts and through dense forests.
Timaru/New Zealand, 7.00 – 20.00 hrs
Today, you can enjoy a walk along the beach at Caroline Bay or discover Mount Cook National Park*, which where the highest mountain in Australia can be found. As part of a tour in an RIB*, a robust rubber boat, you will get to see massive icebergs up-close in one of the world’s few accessible glacial lakes.
Lyttelton, 07.00 - 18.00 hrs
Lyttelton (Christchurch)
One of the high points of New Zealand: the 920 m high Arthur’s Pass, which you can reach on the TranzAlpine train* or on the High Country Explorer Adventure* – spectacular views included.
Picton/New Zealand, 10.00 – 23.00 hrs
Picton
The end of Queen Charlotte Sound, which you sail up on the EUROPA 2, invites you to explore as part of a walk along the Queen Charlotte Track* or on a kayak ride through the sounds*.
Wellington/New Zealand, 6.30 – 17.00 hrs
Wellington
New Zealand’s artistic and cultural hub is the coolest little capital in the world. Enjoy breathtaking views of Wellington and the surrounding area on a helicopter flight*.
Napier/New Zealand, 8.00 – 19.00 hrs
Napier
A listed city: walk* around and marvel at the impressive art deco architecture and stroll along the promenade, Marine Parade. Alternatively, visit the gannet colony on Cape Kidnappers*.
Cruising off White Island/New Zealand during the day
Mount Maunganui (Tauranga)/New Zealand, arrival 19.00 hrs
White Island
Unforgettable panoramic views await you when you cruise by New Zealand’s most active volcanic island on the EUROPA 2.
Mount Maunganui (Tauranga), departure 18.30 hrs
Auckland/New Zealand, arrival 6.00 hrs
Transfer to scheduled flight to Frankfurt
Auckland
Your cruise will come to an end in this coastal city, although you can stay a little longer with our post-cruise programmes*.
Arrival in Frankfurt
* The pre- and post-cruise programmes and shore activities are not included in the cruise price and are in the planning stage. Subject to changes.
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