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A U S T R A L I A & N E W Z E A L A N D S Y D N E Y – A U C K L A N D o r v i ce v e r s a D A Y 1 S Y D N E Y, A U S T R A L I A Arrive and settle into your Veranda stateroom. Docked overnight, you have time to explore on your own. D A Y 2 S Y D N E Y, A U S T R A L I A Discover Sydney's highlights including the famous Opera House and The Rocks, or venture to the Blue Mountains, a UNESCO site. D A Y 3 S A I L T H E G I P P S L A N D C O A S T Trace one of Australia's most scenic regions along the southeastern shore of the continent on the Bass Strait. D A Y 4 M E L B O U R N E , A U S T R A L I A Tour Fitzroy Gardens and Cook's Cottage or meet Australia's iconic wildlife including kangaroos and koalas. D A Y 5 C R O S S T H E B A S S S T R A I T Cross Bass Strait, separating Tasmania from Australia's mainland. Enjoy the Sun Deck or scan the horizon from the Explorers' Lounge for one of the 60 islands that dot the strait. D A Y 6 H O B A R T, T A S M A N I A , A U S T R A L I A Stroll the streets of this waterfront city or travel to Port Arthur, home to the UNESCO-listed Australian Convict Sites. D A Y 7-8 C R U I S E T H E T A S M A N S E A & F O V E A U X S T R A I T Enjoy a talk on an upcoming port, take a swim in the Infinity Pool or have a cocktail on the Aquavit Terrace. D A Y 9 D U N E D I N , N E W Z E A L A N D Take a panoramic tour of Dunedin featuring the Octagon and railway station or embark on a wildlife cruise along the Otago Peninsula. D A Y 10 C H R I S T C H U R C H , N E W Z E A L A N D Tour the "Garden City" and stroll the Botanic Gardens, or visit the penguins at the International Antarctic Centre. D A Y 11 W E L L I N G T O N , N E W Z E A L A N D Capture panoramic views from atop Mt. Victoria or discover local sights made famous by The Lord of the Rings trilogy. D A Y 12 N A P I E R , N E W Z E A L A N D Explore the city's many art deco buildings or go wine tasting in one of New Zealand's renowned wine regions. D A Y 13 R O T O R U A ( T A U R A N G A ) , N E W Z E A L A N D Learn about the region's natural and cultural highlights or embark on a comprehensive Māori experience. D A Y 14 A U C K L A N D , N E W Z E A L A N D Enjoy a panoramic tour of the "City of Sails" or spend the day on Waiheke Island exploring its beaches. D A Y 15 A U C K L A N D , N E W Z E A L A N D Say farewell to your newfound friends or extend your journey with a hotel stay in this scenic city. E N J O Y, I T ' S A L L I NC L U DE D Your cruise fare covers all of this: • 15-day cruise in a private veranda stateroom, visiting 2 countries and 9 ports • Guided excursion in each port of call • Culture Curriculum: Become immersed in your destinations through lectures on or performances of music, art, cooking, dance and history • All onboard meals • Wine, beer and soft drinks with lunch and dinner on board • Coffee and tea any time on board • 24-hour room service • Access to Nordic Spa facilities • Free Wi-Fi • Self-service laundry • All port charges and government taxes • All onboard tipping and gratuities WO M BAT, TA S M A N I A , AU S T R A L I A 149 Call us on 138 747 (AU), 0800 447 913 (NZ) or contact your local Viking travel agent