New Zealand to Fiji: South Pacific Cruise Journey
Auckland, Bay of Islands, Viti Levu, Lautoka, Apia, Samoa, Pago Pago, Tauranga
- Auckland Discovery: Uncover Auckland with curated private tours from Waitomo Caves to the enchanting Hobbiton.
- Waiheke Gourmet Escape: Savor Waiheke Island’s finest wines and cuisine on a private gourmet and vineyard tour.
- South Pacific Cruise: Cruise for 13 nights through the untouched beauty and treasures of the South Pacific.
- Tropical Adventures: Experience pristine beaches and lush rainforests through guided land excursions in paradise.
- Personalized Voyage: Work with your Cruise Expert to tailor your journey, available from October to April.
Please note: USD per person, double occupancy. Custom designed personal tour. Prices subject to change.
TravelTides: A Journey Like No Other
Experience thoughtfully curated itineraries created by our travel experts to inspire your next adventure. Every journey can be fully customized to match your interests, budget, and personal travel style. With TravelTides, explore top destinations, immerse yourself in local cultures, and enjoy authentic experiences tailored to your schedule and the way you love to travel.
Day 1: Auckland
You will receive a welcome package on arrival which will include a welcome letter, detailed itinerary, voucher summary including supplier contact list as well as a 'sustainability pack' with reusable water bottles and carry bag. No physical vouchers will be included. This will be available at your first hotel. Please request upon check in if not presented to you or in your room upon arrival.
Meet your private driver for a transfer between the airport and your hotel.
Where you’ll be staying:
MSocial Hotel Auckland
Social Room
Day 2: Auckland
Today, enjoy a privately guided three-hour tour of Auckland. Your journey begins with a pickup from your accommodation, leading to an immersive exploration of the city’s highlights. Discover Auckland, New Zealand’s largest and busiest city, set atop 48 dormant volcanic cones and famously known as the City of Sails. Experience the history, culture, and local life of this vibrant city, giving you an insider’s perspective on how Aucklanders live and play. Explore key landmarks, including Auckland University, the Domain, Harbour Bridge, and Queen Street, while enjoying panoramic views across the Hauraki Gulf and back to the city from Mount Victoria on the North Shore. Visit Westhaven Marina, a stunning showcase of Auckland’s deep-rooted passion for sailing. Conclude your journey with a seamless transfer back to your accommodation, enriched by a deeper understanding of this vibrant city.
Where you’ll be staying:
MSocial Hotel Auckland
Social Room
Day 3: Auckland
On this immersive wine and food tour, enjoy succulent fresh oysters, award-winning olive oil and other locally-produced specialty foods paired with wines from some of Waiheke Island’s top boutique vineyards. Along the way, your private guide will provide entertaining and informative commentary to introduce you to the history of the region. Begin the adventure at an award-winning olive oil mill, then tour though two vineyards that offer a range of gourmet tastes to accompany their superb wines. Treats may include oysters straight from Te Matuku Bay, wild honey, a famous local green herb spread and artisan cheese. You will also enjoy a fine-dining, two course lunch at one of the islands top restaurants. After lunch you will be returned to the Waiheke ferry terminal or – optionally - can spend more time on the island and board a ferry back to the city at your leisure (not included). Alternatively, a visit to Oneroa Village can also be arranged. Whatever you choose, this gourmet food and wine excursion on beautiful Waiheke Island is sure to impress.
Where you’ll be staying:
MSocial Hotel Auckland
Social Room
Day 4: Auckland
Today your private driver-guide will pick you up from your accommodation in Auckland and provide a transfer to the Waitomo Glow-worm Caves and Hobbiton. Take a guided tour through the famed Waitomo Glow-worm Caves. Continue on to Hobbiton to see the "Lord of the Rings" movie set. Upon completion of this adventure, your driver will return to Auckland.
Where you’ll be staying:
MSocial Hotel Auckland
Social Room
Day 5: Auckland
Only 19 miles from downtown Auckland is the city’s largest regional park, the Waitakere Ranges. No other city in New Zealand has such a wonderful asset so close to it. In just 30 minutes, leave behind the bustle of the city and step into the tranquility of the rainforest. Setting out with a private guide, travel to the Arataki Center perched high on the ridge of the Waitakere Ranges and enjoy breathtaking panoramic views from the Tasman Sea to the Pacific Ocean. Learn about and admire the magnificent traditional Maori carvings. Continue on to the lush rainforest where you can walk the easy bush tracks among giant tree ferns and view New Zealand’s famous kauri trees. Move on to experience the power of the wild and rugged west coast where you’ll feel the black sand beneath your feet as you stroll along some of the most awe-inspiring beaches the world has to offer.
Where you’ll be staying:
MSocial Hotel Auckland
Social Room
Day 6: Auckland to South Pacific Cruise
This morning, enjoy time at leisure to explore at your own pace, or relax at your hotel.
Meet your private driver for a port transfer.
Embark your ship this afternoon in Auckland.
Experience New Zealand's most cosmopolitan city—a melting pot of British, Asian, Pacific, and Maori cultures. Your cruise from Auckland allows you to sample their diverse arts, entertainment, and traditions.
The Auckland Art Gallery has collected more than 15,000 paintings, sculptures, and prints, dating from 1376. Other attractions to visit include the Auckland War Memorial Museum, New Zealand Maritime Museum, National Museum of the Royal New Zealand Navy, and Museum of Transport and Technology.
The Auckland Philharmonia Orchestra performs concerts, operas, and ballets, and more arts events include the Auckland Festival, Auckland Triennial, New Zealand International Comedy Festival, and New Zealand International Film Festival.
An Auckland cruise arrives via one of two ports, either Waitemata Harbour from the Pacific Ocean to the east, or Manukau Harbour from the Tasman Sea to the west. Perched on a skinny isthmus between them is a leafy urban cityscape of beautiful parks and modern buildings, a dramatic landscape molded by volcanoes (now dormant) and the ocean.
Natural landmarks include Auckland Domain, a central park offering great views of Hauraki Gulf; Mount Eden, with 360-degree views from the city's highest volcanic cone; Mount Victoria, a volcanic cone overlooking downtown from North Shore; and Waiheke Island, a remote site of beaches, forests, vineyards, and olive groves. The hills surrounding the city are cloaked in rainforest.
Man-made landmarks include Sky Tower, offering panoramic views from downtown; Auckland Harbour Bridge, the connection to North Shore; and Auckland Town Hall, which includes a fine concert hall.
Aucklanders love their boating—one in three households owns a boat—and they've hosted the America's Cup twice. Diverse forms of cruises from Auckland include adrenaline-fueled adventures aboard supercharged speedboats that take you flying passed the impressive skyline.
When it's time to go shopping, head to Queen Street, Britomart, Ponsonby Road, Karangahape Road, Newmarket, or Parnell. You won't come back empty handed from your Auckland cruise.
The Celebrity Edge features superb onboard facilities to accompany your voyage. Wine and dine in reimagined restaurants and lounges. Treat yourself to expert pampering at the newly redesigned spa, featuring a curated selection of destination-inspired treatments. Keep your wellness goals on track with a stop at the on-board fitness center, offering state-of-the-art weight machines, cardio equipment, and innovative fitness classes. Whether you're in the mood for theater or dancing, you'll discover a dazzling assortment of live entertainment at the performance venue aboard Celebrity Edge. With Lady Luck by your side, spin the roulette wheel or play the slot machines in the tastefully decorated casino. Indulge in a sweet treat at the gelateria, peruse well-known name brands at The Shops, or spend the day in style as you unwind poolside.
Please note: Daily shore excursions are not included in your Celebrity voyage. Please speak with your Destination Expert to inquire about adding them.
Your Celebrity Cruises voyage offers a range of perks included with your fare. All on-board meals are included, with your choice of diverse cuisine from an array of restaurants, along with Celebrity's classic beverage package including beer, wine, spirits, specialty coffee and more. For those wishing a more private experience, in-room dining is also provided (service fee applies). A collection of Specialty restaurants offer an eclectic dining experience for every palate (additional fee applies). Enjoy onboard entertainment, ranging from theatrical shows in the main theater to live music in one of the many bars and lounges, and more. Basic WI-FI is included so that you may access basic web functions—text on messenger services, web browsing, and email.
Where you’ll be staying:
Celebrity Edge
Edge Stateroom with Infinite Veranda (ES2)
Day 7: Bay of Islands to South Pacific Cruise
Discover indigenous New Zealand Maori culture in a land of sparkling seas and pristine beauty. Bay of Islands is a sub-tropical paradise of clear blue water, hundreds of undeveloped islands, diverse wildlife, and historical significance. The pristine oceans, warm weather, and many animal species attract nature lovers from around the globe. Take an eco-cruise and discover the area’s dolphins, penguins, marlins, whales, and bird life. Journey into a beautiful cave with majestic rock formations and glow worms. Kayak, sail, swim, or sunbathe on one of the many beaches. Those who love beaches consider these in Bay of Islands & New Zealand some of the world’s finest, with their perfect white sand and crystal-clear water. And as tempted as you’ll be to pull up a lounge chair and soak in the surroundings, many consider a Bay of Islands cruise the ideal time to partake in more active pursuits, such as kayaking, mountain-biking, parasailing, swimming with dolphins and scuba-diving.
Where you’ll be staying:
Celebrity Edge
Edge Stateroom with Infinite Veranda (ES2)
Day 8: South Pacific Cruise
While at sea, take the time to recharge before the next adventure. Lounge by the pool, be spoiled at the spa, taste the delicacies or explore the venues on-board, until you arrive at the next amazing destination.
Where you’ll be staying:
Celebrity Edge
Edge Stateroom with Infinite Veranda (ES2)
Day 9: South Pacific Cruise
While at sea, take the time to recharge before the next adventure. Lounge by the pool, be spoiled at the spa, taste the delicacies or explore the venues on-board, until you arrive at the next amazing destination.
Where you’ll be staying:
Celebrity Edge
Edge Stateroom with Infinite Veranda (ES2)
Day 10: Viti Levu to South Pacific Cruise
On your cruise to Suva, capital of Fiji, you'll discover a mix of 21st-century architecture, Art Deco gems, and 19th-century British colonial buildings. Although Suva is built on a peninsula, surrounded by ocean, this part of Viti Levu, one of more than 330 Fijian islands, is more mangrove than beach.
Suva offers several pleasant parks and gardens near the port. Ratu Sukuna Park offers pretty views of the harbor. Next door is Suva Civic Center, an arts and cultural venue.
Historic Albert Park, on coastal Victoria Parade, was the site of the first-ever airplane to land in Fiji. Next door, Thurston Gardens displays botanical specimens in several greenhouses and hiking trails. It's also the site of the Fiji Museum, with archaeological materials going back 3,700 years and cultural objects representing indigenous inhabitants and immigrant communities.
Ten minutes up the hills from Suva, serene Colo-i-Suva Forest Park lures residents and guests with clear river waters amid a spectacular rainforest, making it perfect for a cool dip, a bit of bird watching, and a picnic in the shade, with temperatures cooler than the city. The natural beauty will soothe your soul.
A hub of entertainment for Oceania, Fiji hosts regional sports and activities in several multipurpose venues. Check Vodafone Arena, ANZ National Stadium, and Albert Park.
When it's time to shop for mementos of your Suva cruise, look for Cumming Street, blocks from the port. Colorful colonial buildings feel like you're stepping back in time. Along Victoria Parade, you'll find cafés and restaurants, from Italian and pizza, to Indian and Japanese, to steaks and seafood.
Where you’ll be staying:
Celebrity Edge
Edge Stateroom with Infinite Veranda (ES2)
Day 11: Lautoka to South Pacific Cruise
During a cruise to Fiji, receive a warm welcome and see a traditional meke (dance) in the peaceful village of Lauwaki, on Viti Levu. Although the Fijian archipelago has more than 330 islands, most of the 920,000 locals live on just two, Viti Levu and Vanua Levu. Despite Fiji's exotic image—white beaches, turquoise waters, friendly smiles—the island paradise enjoys one of the most developed economies in the South Pacific.
Fiji's Garden of the Sleeping Giant may be one of the best kept secrets in horticulture. Its magnificent collection of Asian orchids and Cattleya hybrids—more than 2,000 varieties—evolved from the private collection of American actor Raymond Burr. Now open to the public, it makes for a wonderful day of admiring the delicate flowers and wandering the canopy-covered boardwalks, landscaped lawns, and lily ponds.
Also at the base of the Sabeto mountains, you can embrace the therapeutic powers of a natural geothermal mud pool. Slopping around in the mud here will leave you feeling completely refreshed—if only from all the giggling. Mud is rubbed on, then washed away, leaving your skin exfoliated and glowing. The Fijian people have enjoyed this treatment for generations.
For a bit more action, fly high above the rainforest canopy on a five-level zip line that whisks you over streams and waterfalls, and hike among the ancient trees full of colorful butterflies and parrots.
To immerse yourself in Fiji's cultural traditions, tour popular Nadi town. You can experience folkloric performances, explore a wonderland of orchids, and shop for traditional woodcarvings, pottery, and tapa cloth to take back on your Lautoka cruise.
Where you’ll be staying:
Celebrity Edge
Edge Stateroom with Infinite Veranda (ES2)
Day 12: South Pacific Cruise
While at sea, take the time to recharge before the next adventure. Lounge by the pool, be spoiled at the spa, taste the delicacies or explore the venues on-board, until you arrive at the next amazing destination.
Where you’ll be staying:
Celebrity Edge
Edge Stateroom with Infinite Veranda (ES2)
Day 13: Apia, Samoa to South Pacific Cruise to Pago Pago
Over 3,000 years of Samoan culture and 19th Century colonial character echo across Apia in a charming urban center. Experience a vibrant nightlife, bustling seafood markets, and swim and snorkel the many scenic beaches and waterfalls. Be sure to take in traditional Samoan song, dance, and cuisine at a Fiafia night, and visit Robert Louis Stevenson’s former home, which is now a popular museum.
This imaginary line runs roughly parallel to the 180 degree longitudinal line. As you travel east you'll subtract 24 hours from your current time, and add 24 hours as you travel west across it.
This tropical destination will delight you with its magnificent mountain ridges, wonderfully peaceful bays, tranquil villages and some of the world’s most remote and utterly beautiful reefs and beaches. Whether you're a hiker keen on checking out some of the highest sea cliffs in the world on Ta'u, a history buff wanting to see your first star mound, or a leisure-seeker with a deep appreciation of beach life, you'll be glad you visited this unsung paradise.
Where you’ll be staying:
Celebrity Edge
Edge Stateroom with Infinite Veranda (ES2)
Day 14: South Pacific Cruise
This imaginary line runs roughly parallel to the 180 degree longitudinal line. As you travel east you'll subtract 24 hours from your current time, and add 24 hours as you travel west across it.
Where you’ll be staying:
Celebrity Edge
Edge Stateroom with Infinite Veranda (ES2)
Day 15: South Pacific Cruise
While at sea, take the time to recharge before the next adventure. Lounge by the pool, be spoiled at the spa, taste the delicacies or explore the venues on-board, until you arrive at the next amazing destination.
Where you’ll be staying:
Celebrity Edge
Edge Stateroom with Infinite Veranda (ES2)
Day 16: South Pacific Cruise
While at sea, take the time to recharge before the next adventure. Lounge by the pool, be spoiled at the spa, taste the delicacies or explore the venues on-board, until you arrive at the next amazing destination.
Where you’ll be staying:
Celebrity Edge
Edge Stateroom with Infinite Veranda (ES2)
Day 17: South Pacific Cruise
While at sea, take the time to recharge before the next adventure. Lounge by the pool, be spoiled at the spa, taste the delicacies or explore the venues on-board, until you arrive at the next amazing destination.
Where you’ll be staying:
Celebrity Edge
Edge Stateroom with Infinite Veranda (ES2)
Day 18: Tauranga to South Pacific Cruise
Explore this chic coastal town in the North Island and you’ll discover the land of the Māori. Tauranga’s white sand beaches offer something for everyone. Relax and sunbathe on one of New Zealand’s most beautiful and popular coasts. Take a dip in the ocean or immerse yourself in a lush waterfall swimming hole. Watch dolphins frolic in the waves or swim with these lovable creatures. Learn to sail, try surfing, take a diving lesson, or refine your fishing technique. Water activities abound in Tauranga. If you’re a landlubber, you can tee up at a golf course on your Tauranga cruise or stroll down The Strand where you can enjoy cafés and a vibrant nightlife. Journey to charming waterfalls or board one of the many eco-cruises available in the Bay of Plenty. Sometimes called the New Zealand Riviera, downtown Tauranga offers galleries, shops, history, and a vibrant café and restaurant scene. The culinary culture brings together innovative chefs working in diverse traditions. Enjoy Italian, Indian, Turkish, Thai, French, and fusion flavors. Sip a hand-crafted drink or enjoy fresh-caught seafood from the Bay of Plenty. From casual al fresco dining to sophisticated New Zealand Riviera gastronomy, Tauranga offers something to tantalize every taste.
Where you’ll be staying:
Celebrity Edge
Edge Stateroom with Infinite Veranda (ES2)
Day 19: Auckland
Disembark your ship this morning in Auckland.
Meet your private driver for a port transfer.
MSocial Hotel Auckland
Located in downtown Auckland on the picturesque Waitemata Harbour the new MSocial redefines the art of travel. Featuring 198 rooms and suites, this new designer hotel provides a grandstand view of the sparkling Waitemata Harbour that is home to a plethora of quaint dining, entertainment and Auckland's designer shopping options. Stay and discover our distinctive MSocial hospitality in Auckland. A contemporary hotel for the curious, the explorers and those who thrive on new experiences. Functionally chic, this contemporary hotel features guestrooms and suites designed for all travellers, overlooking the vibrant Princes Wharf that is home to a stunning array of dining, entertainment and shopping experiences. Treat yourself to some of the best cuisine from around the world at ‘Beast and Butterflies’ - M Social’s signature restaurant. Alternatively, catch up with friends – both old and new – over a drink at what is disputably the longest bar in Auckland. Stay social with our distinctive hospitality. Everyone enjoys complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the hotel.
Celebrity Edge
Celebrity Edge was designed to create a closer connection between you, the sea, and every place on the horizon—blurring the lines between inside and out. Every element on the 2,900 passenger capacity ship has been taken to the edge of possibilities. Higher ceilings. Airier venues. Flowing architecture so every deck, every experience, is seamlessly connected. From the mind-blowing Eden to the cantilevered Magic Carpet, the Celebrity Edge leaves traditional thinking in its wake. Enjoy an amazing array of flavors and a wide selection of restaurants to suit every mood. Visit The Spa for an escape within your escape, pamper yourself with Destination Inspired Treatments. Indulge in martinis served up on an ice-topped bar, start the night right at the visually stunning Eden bar for live entertainment and dancing, or simply watch the world go by at the Sunset Bar.
- Choose from a range of places to stay, from impeccable five-star hotels to equally outstanding boutique ones.
- Tailor your trip to include a wide variety of activities, from the must-see’s to the lesser-known, local experiences, and even the exclusive ones you may not know about.
- With no fixed dates or set schedules, you can explore on your terms.
- Whether you’re celebrating one of life’s big moments or looking to fulfill a personal journey, we always work with you to ensure we’re creating a trip-of-a-lifetime.
- What’s included: Fully customized itinerary, 24/7 local support, all accommodations, tours, transfers, private driver or guide, luggage allowance.
- What’s not included: International airfare, travel insurance, visas, tips, meals unless specified, excess baggage, personal charges, optional upgrades, local fees.
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