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Le Soleal, 11 Night Expedition to the heart of New Zealand ex Auckland, New Zealand to Dunedin (Port Chalmers), New Zealand

11 Night Cruise sailing from Auckland, New Zealand onboard Le Soleal

Departs
Wednesday, 15th January 2025
Ship
Le Soleal
Ponant
Pricing is From and Per Person
Cabin Twin Triple Quad Single
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On this cruise, PONANT invites you to discover New Zealand, a unique destination with a multitude of natural treasures. Set sail aboard Le Soléal for a 12-day cruise from Auckland to Dunedin. Surrounded by the blue waters of the Pacific, the twin islands of New Zealand are the promise of an incredible mosaic of contrasting panoramas.

You will first explore the many treasures of Rotorua from Tauranga: volcanoes, hot springs, geysers, rivers and gorges, and lakes that range in colour from deep blue to orange tinged.

Following the warm and translucent waters of the South Pacific Ocean, Le Soléal will sail towards Gisborne. The first city on Earth to see the sun rise each day, it is distinguished by its enchanting environment of sandy strips and subtropical forest. Here you will learn about Māori culture and local history and will be invited to taste some of the products of this rich farming region, renowned in particular for its chardonnay.

After calling at Napier, a charming city with Art Deco influences, you will sail to the Marlborough Sounds, a veritable maze of hilly islands and drowned river valleys. Marlborough is also a renowned wine region of striking beauty.

Then the Banks Peninsula will reveal wonderful landscapes of lush hills and rugged coasts during your calls in the bays of Akaroa, an ancient, flooded volcano crater. There you will experience a unique mix of Māori, French and European cultural heritage.

Your ship will first chart a course south-west of the South Island to discover the magnificent Fiordland National Park, which is an integral part of the Te Wahipounamu, a UNESCO World Heritage area. Dusky Sound, Doubtful Sound and Milford Sound: you will discover these fjords shaped by successive glaciations, bordered by majestic cliffs.

You will finally discover Dunedin, your port of disembarkation.

Cruise Itinerary
Date Activity Arrive Depart
15/01/25 Auckland, New Zealand 5:30 PM
16/01/25 Tauranga, New Zealand
17/01/25 Gisborne, New Zealand
18/01/25 Napier, New Zealand
19/01/25 Marlborough Sounds
20/01/25 At sea - -
21/01/25 Christchurch (Akaroa), New Zealand
22/01/25 At sea - -
23/01/25 Dusky Sound, New Zealand
23/01/25 Doubtful Sound, New Zealand
24/01/25 Milford Sound, New Zealand
25/01/25 At sea - -
26/01/25 Dunedin (Port Chalmers), New Zealand 7:00 AM
Itinerary may vary by sailing date and itineraries may be changed at the cruise lines discretion. Please check itinerary details at time of booking and before booking other travel services such as airline tickets.

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