Southern Cross Traverse – Hobart, Darwin & Bali

About this cruise

Block out 32 nights from February 27, 2027 and let this sailing from Sydney do its thing. The route covers Auckland, Tauranga and Lyttelton (Christchurch), with additional stops along the Australia & New Zealand and there's plenty of room to breathe between each stop. Disembarkation is in Singapore. The sea days come first, which means no rushing to get off the ship on day one. You hit the ports relaxed and ready. The Australia & New Zealand route takes in New Zealand, Australia, Indonesia and Singapore, 4 countries, and the differences show up in the food, the architecture, and the mood. If one port sticks with you, it'll probably be Tauranga, Gateway to geothermal wonders. Roughly 11 hours ashore per stop. No need to rush. Coral Princess keeps you well fed. 11 places to eat, with 7 included in the fare and a few specialty spots if you're in the mood. The shows alone are worth the extra nights. You'll catch comedy, music, theatre, and themed evenings you'd miss on a shorter trip. If you've done the short cruises and want more, this is the upgrade. Longer, deeper, and more relaxed. If you can, add a night in Sydney before boarding. It's a good city to wander. And a February cruise to warmer water? Hard to argue with that when it's cold at home. It's the kind of trip you actually remember afterwards.