Splendors Down Under
16-day Cruise from Auckland to Sydney onboard Marina
A wonderful expression of the dichotomy of Down Under, this spectacular voyage combines Australia's cosmopolitan culture with the natural beauty New Zealand. In seductive Sydney, its famed Opera House is a must-see, as is lovely Bondi Beach, a mecca for surfers. For a grand view of the countryside surrounding Melbourne, ride a vintage steam train through the fertile Yarra Valley and stop in one of its highly regarded wineries. Nature is the major draw of New Zealand, as you will witness firsthand by visiting Rotorua, the Maori homeland near Tauranga. The English influence is evident in the stone bridges and elegant Victorian architecture in Christchurch. Of course, bigger cities such as fashionable Wellington exude a sophistication all their own.