New Zealand Fjords & Australia Shores
12-night one-way sailing from Auckland to Sydney
Volcanic drama on the shores of Wellington
For the best of the Southern Pacific, this one-way voyage beginning in Auckland will transport you into Wellington’s fertile lands, the glowing celestial skies of Christchurch, and the pristine fjords of South Island’s sounds from Dunedin. Crossing the sea, make your way to Tasmania’s quirky capital of Hobart, Melbourne’s golden city, then end along the iconic shores in Sydney Harbour.
New Zealand Fjords & Australia Shores • 12 Nights
Sailing on Resilient Lady
Day 1
Auckland
Departs at 07:00 PM, All aboard 2 hrs before departure
Day 2
Sailing
At sea
Day 3
Wellington
08:00 AM - 07:00 PM, local time
Day 4
Christchurch
09:00 AM - 07:00 PM, local time
Day 5
Dunedin
08:00 AM - 05:00 PM, local time
Day 6
Sailing
At sea
Day 7
Sailing
At sea
Day 8
Sailing
At sea
Day 9
Hobart
08:00 AM - 06:00 PM, local time
Day 10
Sailing
At sea
Day 11
Melbourne
08:00 AM - 07:00 PM, local time
Day 12
Sailing
At sea
Day 13
Sydney
Arrives at 09:30 AM
The Virgin Voyages Experience
From captivating coasts to laid-back island vibes, the exclusively adult cruise vacation of your dreams is here.
Hassle-free embarkation
Pre-upload your travel docs to the Virgin Voyages app, get Ready to Sail before leaving home, and make boarding a (sea)breeze in just a few minutes.
Late stays and overnights
No more rushing from A to Sea. Our itineraries feature late stays and overnights, so you can explore it all from morning to night (and morning again).
Keeping it local
We’ve teamed up with locals in each of our ports to reveal sides of places you’ve yet to explore — from the people who know the destinations best.
The places you'll go
Auckland
Wellington
Christchurch
Dunedin
Hobart
Melbourne
Sydney
Gaze at the iconic Sydney Opera House and the Sydney Harbour Bridge, walk the historic Rocks district, or hit the trendy Bondi Beach.
An ocean of opportunities calling your name.
There’s nothing more liberating than having the freedom of charting your own course. No pre-assigned seating, no fixed schedules, no limited options, no nonsense — just a shipload of opportunities to rejuvenate your body and transform your soul.
WANDERLUST SATISFIED
New Zealand Fjords & Australia Shores
The quirky, unconventional capital of Wellington has become one of the world’s top food destinations. Famed for its coffee, you can’t leave Wellington without sampling its flat white brew. And when you add in its storied maritime past — plus sun-soaked days spent at beaches and bays — it’s more than just a city with a stunning landscape.
Ready to Book?
We’re making waves from the Caribbean to the Med, the Adriatic to the Red, and everywhere in between, with 38 itineraries featuring over 100 ports across 4 continents. Join us on an unparalleled journey of relaxation and indulgence, and discover the things — and the people — that make each destination so special. Because we didn’t build a cruise, we created a voyage.
Get a delicious taste of the modern romance of sailing that only a Virgin brand could pull off.
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Aussie & NZ Shores 20% Off
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Wave goodbye to your routine and start planning an exclusively adult experience at sea.
Rest Your Head
These are the spots you might be calling home. Whether you prefer coffee (or cocktails) overlooking the waves, or waking up late in your own cocoon, we're holding space for you.
Always Included Luxury
Brilliant inclusions on every, adults-only voyage. Perks that put you at the helm of VIP treatment. Never dimming your glow with unexplained charges.