Southern Hemisphere Meridian – Auckland, Lyttelton & Fiordland

About this cruise

Block out 13 nights from March 14, 2028 and let this sailing from Sydney do its thing. The route covers Bay of Islands, Auckland, Picton, Lyttelton (Christchurch), Dunedin and Fiordland National Park and there's plenty of room to breathe between each stop. The sea days come first, which means no rushing to get off the ship on day one. You hit the ports relaxed and ready. Flat whites in Melbourne, coral at the Great Barrier Reef, and fjords in New Zealand. Hard to pick a highlight. Auckland alone is worth the trip, The city of sails between two harbours. Roughly 10 hours ashore per stop. No need to rush. Royal Princess keeps you well fed. 11 places to eat, with 6 included in the fare and a few specialty spots if you're in the mood. With more nights comes more time for the ship's rhythm to kick in: morning coffee in the same spot, evening shows, late-night conversations on deck. Families and groups will find plenty to do: waterslides, shows, multiple pools, and something for every age. If you can, add a night in Sydney before boarding. It's a good city to wander. And March is a good time to go. Mild weather, things starting to bloom, and fewer people than summer. Worth booking. That's the short version.