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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

Cruise Le Soleal, 11 Night Expedition to the heart of New Zealand ex Auckland, New Zealand to Dunedin (Port Chalmers), New Zealand
Cruise Line Ponant
Ship Le Soleal
Destination South Pacific & New Zealand
Brief Description 11 Night Cruise sailing from Auckland, New Zealand onboard Le Soleal
Type of Cruise Luxury
Departure Date 15 Jan 2025
Cruise Description 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.
Sailing Dates
15 Jan 2025
Category Single Twin Triple Quad
SP3 AU $23,200 AU $12,000 AU $6,400
DEL AU $13,010 AU $13,010
PR4 AU $14,440 AU $14,440
PR5 AU $15,150 AU $15,150
PR6 AU $16,010 AU $16,010
PS5 AU $30,160 AU $30,160 AU $15,480
PS6 AU $31,730 AU $31,730 AU $16,270
Cruise Itinerary
Date Port Arrive Depart
15 Jan 2025 Auckland, New Zealand 5:30 PM
16 Jan 2025 Tauranga, New Zealand
17 Jan 2025 Gisborne, New Zealand
18 Jan 2025 Napier, New Zealand
19 Jan 2025 Marlborough Sounds
20 Jan 2025 At Sea    
21 Jan 2025 Christchurch (Akaroa), New Zealand
22 Jan 2025 At Sea    
23 Jan 2025 Dusky Sound, New Zealand
23 Jan 2025 Doubtful Sound, New Zealand
24 Jan 2025 Milford Sound, New Zealand
25 Jan 2025 At Sea    
26 Jan 2025 Dunedin (Port Chalmers), New Zealand 7:00 AM
All itineraries and ports of call at the discretion of the cruise line subject to local weather conditions and may change without notice.

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