Regent Seven Seas Cruises Australia/New Zealand Cruises

You can’t deny the reputation that Australia has as a wild continent. It’s got beaches for surfing, the Outback for exploring and its own set of unique animals, like kangaroos and koalas. So let loose and discover your wild side on a cruise to Australia. If you are looking for some peaceful serenity, try New Zealand. This island offers idyllic settings, rolling hills and stunning coastlines. However, like Australia, you can still run into lots of adventure here. After all, this is the land where bungee jumping was invented and where The Lord of the Rings epic adventure trilogy was filmed. So brace yourself for lots of laughter, a few thrills and a general great time on a Regent Seven Seas cruise to Australia and New Zealand.

Things to Do on an Australia and New Zealand Cruise with Regent Seven Seas Cruises

From the amazing Great Barrier Reef all the way to the explosive volcanoes in Hawaii, this region of the world is vast, and offers lots of adventures. Enjoy the wonders of Australia and the South Pacific with Regent Seven Seas Cruises and make the most of your cruise down under.

• Mt. Tamborine, Winery and Crafts (Brisbane, Australia)
  Walk through the canopy of the local rainforest where you’ll see a butterfly enclosure and learn about the local history. Then head to St. Bernard’s, a pub with amazing valley views, for a typical Aussie lunch. Then you’ll explore the galleries and craft shops of the Gallery Walk at Eagle Heights. Finally, arrive at the local winery after driving through the soaring Gold Coast scenery.
   

• The Underwater World of the Great Barrier Reef (Whitsunday Island, Australia)
  The Great Barrier Reef is a must-see when in Australia. This tour takes you in a semi-submersible ship where you’ll get amazing views of this living attraction. For those interested in a more up close and personal experience, you can also SCUBA or snorkel around the reef.
   

• South Sea Orchids and Fijian Artifacts (Lautoka, Fiji)
  Tour the island’s important sites, including Vuda Point, where the first Polynesians landed on Fiji around 1000 AD. Next, explore the landscaped gardens of the Burness House where you’ll taste homemade cakes and see orchids, lilies and Fijian artifacts.
   

• Auckland City Sights (Auckland, New Zealand)
  Drive through the 200 acres of parkland called the Auckland Domain. This land includes tropical glass houses, ponds and a variety of trees. It’s here where you’ll visit the Auckland Museum with its Maori artifacts, including a war canoe. Then you’ll drive through Parnell Village and pass the America’s Cup Yachting Village.
   

• Volcanoes National Park Odyssey (Hilo, Hawaii)
  Drive along the Crater Rim and see smooth and jagged lava tubes in Volcanoes National Park. In the park you’ll visit the Thomas A. Jaggar Museum which provides insight into the eruptions of volcanoes. It also has stunning view points where you can see calderas and craters. Then finish the day with a stop at the Mauna Loa Macadamia Nut Factory.
   

• Pearl Harbor and City Highlights (Honolulu, Oahu, Hawaii)
  Honor those who served the country and learn about the past at the Pearl Harbor and USS Arizona Memorial. Visiting the ship and the memorial site is an extremely moving experience. After this emotional morning, tour Honolulu stopping at the Governor’s Mansion, the home of Hawaii’s last two monarchs, and Aloha Stadium.