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The longest collectible voyages combine a 14-day cruise to the West Indies with a mythical voyage to the South Pacific to create an extended vacation of up to 50 days.
SEATTLE, Jan. 31, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — For visitors dreaming of a cruise vacation to the Netherlands, Holland America Line’s Australia and New Zealand sailing season, from November 2025 to March 2026, is now open for bookings. From the bustling capital From cities to captivating landscapes, Holland America Line cruises to Australia and New Zealand are a tapestry of varied landscapes and unique cultures.
The 14-day itineraries aboard Noordam allow travelers to easily journey between the two countries and visit the best locales in the region — all while experiencing Holland America Line’s award-winning service and authentic, localized programming. New Collectors’ Voyages combine a two-week cruise with an epic Legendary Voyage to the South Pacific, creating a longer vacation up to 50 days across several cruising regions.
“Australia and New Zealand are wonderful features for cruise passengers to global destinations, iconic cities and wild wonders,” said Beth Bodensteiner, director of advertising for Holland America Line. “We design our cruises to showcase what’s most productive from each region. With those trips, visitors can immerse themselves in New Zealand on an intensive harbour itinerary that also includes a scenic cruise through Milford Sound, or they can spot wildlife such as penguins and kangaroos while exploring South Australia. “
Holland America Line cruises to Australia and New Zealand operate round-trip sailings from Sydney, Australia, or between Sydney and Auckland, New Zealand.
Highlights of the 2025-2026 season in Australia and New Zealand
All cruises are aboard Noordam.
“Australia and New Zealand” – 14 days, between Sydney and Auckland:
Departures in November, February and March.
Combination of ports in Australia, Tasmania and New Zealand:
All cruises in Melbourne, Australia; Hobart and/or Burnie, Tasmania; and Tauranga, Napier and Port Chalmers (Dunedin), New Zealand.
Additional New Zealand ports include a combination of Picton, Wellington, Timaru, Lyttelton (Christchurch) and Waitangi.
“Discover New Zealand” — 14 days, circular from Sydney:
Departure December 7, 2025.
All New Zealand ports: Auckland, Waitangi, Tauranga, Gisborne, Napier, Wellington, Lyttelton (Christchurch) and Port Chalmers (Dunedin).
“South Australia Discovery Holiday”: 14 days, circular from Sydney:
Departure December 21, 2025.
Melbourne, Phillip Island, Eden, Adelaide and Penneshaw, Australia; Burnie, Port Arthur and Hobart (late departure), Tasmania.
All itineraries visiting New Zealand include a scenic cruise on the enchanting Milford Sound in Fiordland National Park.
Holland America Line’s Global Fresh Fish program incorporates new local fish and ingredients, such as New Zealand green-lipped muscles, Atlantic salmon from Tasmania, oysters from Sydney and meatloaf from Tasmania.
Booking back-to-back cruises with a Collector’s Noordam will include five collectible voyages that combine back-to-back, non-repetitive itineraries that allow visitors to explore multiple regions in one set. These collectible voyages last between 28 and 50 days and merge two 14 Day Cruises to Australia and New Zealand, or a 14-day cruise to Australia and New Zealand with a mythical tour of the South Pacific.
41-day trip “Crossing the South Pacific and New Zealand”
Departs Oct. 12, 2025; from Seattle, Washington, to Auckland.
28-Day “Discover New Zealand & South Australia” Collection Trip
Departs Dec. 7, 2025; roundtrip from Sydney.
42-day “South Australia & South Pacific Islands” Collectors’ Voyage
Departs Dec. 21, 2025; from Sydney to Auckland.
42-Day Collector’s Trip “South Pacific Islands & New Zealand”
Departure January 4, 2026; circular from Sydney.
50-Day Collector’s Trip “Crossing New Zealand and the South Pacific”
Departure March 1, 2026; from Auckland to Seattle.
For a limited time, when guests book Australia and New Zealand cruises for 2025-2026 with the Have It All Premium package, popular package amenities include shore excursions, specialty dining, an exclusive beverage package, and Wi-Fi Surf. Included are additional complimentary equipment prepaid recognition perks, as well as complimentary upgrades to the Elite Beverage Package and Premium Wi-Fi. Thermal baths and application conditions.
Departure rates for 14-day Australia and New Zealand cruises 2025-2026 start from $1,759 per month, on double occupancy. Taxes, fees, and port fees are additional. Visit hollandamerica. com for more details.
For more information about Holland America Line, consult an advisor, call 1-877-SAIL HAL (877-724-5425) or stop at hollandamerica. com.
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