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| 1 | Thursday, January 20, 2022 | Auckland, New Zealand | Embark | 6:00 PM |
The city centre of Auckland is perfect for shopping, discovering New Zealand arts, culture and challenging your adventure side. Wander through The New Zealand Maritime Museum or Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tamaki. Sky Tower is a must-do, where you can experience 360 degree views on the SkyWalk or go for it and attempt the SkyJump! View Auckland’s most iconic volcano! Read more about Auckland, New Zealand |
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| 2 | Friday, January 21, 2022 | Bay of Islands, New Zealand | 8:00 AM | 6:00 PM |
The Bay of Islands - the first permanent European settlement and sea port in New Zealand - is an area in the Northland region of the North Island of New Zealand. Located 60 km NW of Whangarei it is close to the northern tip of the country. The bay is the busiest, yet quietest place you'll ever come to. It lies in a subtropical wonderland with an average summer temperature of 24 deg., and has the bluest skies in the world. Read more about Bay of Islands, New Zealand |
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| 3 | Saturday, January 22, 2022 | At Sea | ||
| 4 | Sunday, January 23, 2022 | Norfolk Island, Australia | 8:00 AM | 2:00 PM |
Norfolk Island is a small inhabited island in the Pacific Ocean located between Australia, New Zealand and New Caledonia. With a sub-tropical climate tempered by the surrounding sea, tourists will find a host of things to do, including bush walking, visiting elegant convict-built Georgian buildings, bicycling, and fishing. Visit Emily Bay, where the great crescent shaped beach offers excellent safe swimming for families and snorkelling over coral reefs. Don’t miss Captain Cook’s Monument, a beautiful lookout overlooking the very small beach where Cook is believed to have landed and that is also a haven for the many seabirds. Read more about Norfolk Island, Australia |
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| 5 | Monday, January 24, 2022 | At Sea | ||
| 6 | Tuesday, January 25, 2022 | New Plymouth, New Zealand | 9:00 AM | 8:00 PM |
New Plymouth is the major city of the Taranaki Region on the west coast of the North Island of New Zealand. Twenty-seven kilometres to the south is the conical snow-capped dormant volcano Mt. Egmont/Mt. Taranaki (2518m). Read more about New Plymouth, New Zealand |
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| 7 | Wednesday, January 26, 2022 | At Sea | ||
| 8 | Thursday, January 27, 2022 | Milford Sound, New Zealand | 9:00 AM | 10:00 AM |
Milford Sound is a stunningly beautiful fjord in the SW of New Zealand's South Island and lying within a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Described by Rudyard Kipling as the 'eighth wonder of the world', it has been judged 'the world's top travel destination' in an international survey, and is acclaimed as New Zealand's most famous tourist destination. Milford Sound runs 15 km inland from the Tasman Sea and is surrounded by sheer rock faces, such as the Elephant and Lion Peaks that rise to 1200 m or more on either side. Lush rain forests cling precariously to these cliffs, and seals, penguins and dolphins frequent the waters, while whales are sometimes seen. Read more about Milford Sound, New Zealand |
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| 9 | Friday, January 28, 2022 | Dunedin, New Zealand | 9:00 AM | 6:00 PM |
Dunedin is the principal city of the Otago Region of New Zealand. It was founded in 1848 by Scottish migrants, and today the city still contains many Scottish relics, including a statue of the Scottish Bard Robbie Burns. Fine examples of working heritage include the Speight’s Brewery, the Gasworks Museum and the very popular Taieri Gorge Railway. Then there are the standout Victorian and Edwardian buildings like First Church and Dunedin Railway Station, as well as the stately homes such as Larnach Castle and Olveston. Read more about Dunedin, New Zealand |
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| 10 | Saturday, January 29, 2022 | Akaroa, New Zealand | 8:00 AM | 6:00 PM |
Just 85 kilometres from the city of Christchurch, New Zealand, is the quaint and beautiful French village of Akaroa. It is situated within Akaroa Harbour in the heart of an ancient volcano that is now the circular Banks Peninsula. French settlers arrived in 1840 just a few days after the peninsula was claimed for Britain. The French settlers were granted land, and their heritage is preserved in the town with its colonial architecture, quaint shops, craft stores, and cafes where beautiful gardens invite visitors to relax and enjoy delightful refreshments. Read more about Akaroa, New Zealand |
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| 11 | Sunday, January 30, 2022 | Wellington, New Zealand | 8:00 AM | 10:00 PM |
Wellington, New Zealand's capital city, is situated on the SW tip of the North Island, and is set on the edge of a stunning harbour surrounded by rolling hills. As the political centre of New Zealand, it houses Parliamentary buildings as well as the bulk of foreign diplomatic missions. However, it is also renowned for its cafe-culture, as there are more cafes per capita than in New York City, and they rival the world’s top culinary destinations for flavour and variety. The city’s world-class film industry attracts many visitors who are taken by expert tour operators to locations of several famous movies (e.g. Read more about Wellington, New Zealand |
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| 12 | Monday, January 31, 2022 | Nelson, New Zealand | 8:00 AM | 10:00 PM |
Nelson city of 50,000 is situated on the eastern shores of Tasman Bay, at the very north of New Zealand’s South Island. It lies at the Geographical Centre of New Zealand (and there’s a monument to this overlooking the city). Nelson Harbour is protected by a natural 15 km long Boulder Bank, with a central cut to make the harbour entrance. Boulder Bank Lighthouse stands prominently on the Bank. Read more about Nelson, New Zealand |
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| 13 | Tuesday, February 1, 2022 | Picton, New Zealand | 8:00 AM | 5:00 PM |
The picturesque seaside town of Picton near the NE corner of New Zealand's South Island is the South Island base for the ferry service that links the main islands of New Zealand. It’s also the gateway to the marine, forest and island attractions of the Marlborough Sounds. It offers a relaxed setting with beautiful beaches, easy bush walks and an outstanding climate. The town itself has an attractive seafront dotted with cafés, restaurants and various galleries. Read more about Picton, New Zealand |
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| 14 | Wednesday, February 2, 2022 | Napier, New Zealand | 12:00 PM | 7:00 PM |
Napier is a port city in Hawkes Bay on the east coast of the North Island of New Zealand. It is known as the 'Art Deco' capital of the world because following the earthquake which almost levelled the city in 1931 the rapid rebuilding was strongly influenced by Art Deco architecture. The building style of clean simple lines and bas-relief decoration was not only at its height of popularity, it also suited the needs of the city. It is now maintained by the Art Deco Trust. Read more about Napier, New Zealand |
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| 15 | Thursday, February 3, 2022 | Rotorua (Tauranga), New Zealand | 5:00 PM | 12:00 AM |
Rotorua (Tauranga) is a centre of tourism and a place of extraordinary natural beauty. It is a smallish city on the shores of a lake of the same name, in the crater of an ancient volcano in the Bay of Plenty region of the North Island of New Zealand. The entire area is thermally active, and the smell of sulphur, a 'rotten eggs’ smell that is never far, results in the nicknames 'Sulphur City' and 'Rottenrua'. The surrounding geothermal wonderland including 16 beautiful lakes and the lush green of the abundant native flora, soon causes one to get used to the odour. Read more about Rotorua (Tauranga), New Zealand |
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| 16 | Friday, February 4, 2022 | Rotorua (Tauranga), New Zealand | 12:00 AM | 5:30 PM |
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Rotorua (Tauranga) is a centre of tourism and a place of extraordinary natural beauty. It is a smallish city on the shores of a lake of the same name, in the crater of an ancient volcano in the Bay of Plenty region of the North Island of New Zealand. The entire area is thermally active, and the smell of sulphur, a 'rotten eggs’ smell that is never far, results in the nicknames 'Sulphur City' and 'Rottenrua'. The surrounding geothermal wonderland including 16 beautiful lakes and the lush green of the abundant native flora, soon causes one to get used to the odour. Read more about Rotorua (Tauranga), New Zealand |
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| 17 | Saturday, February 5, 2022 | Auckland, New Zealand | 7:00 AM | Disembark |
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The city centre of Auckland is perfect for shopping, discovering New Zealand arts, culture and challenging your adventure side. Wander through The New Zealand Maritime Museum or Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tamaki. Sky Tower is a must-do, where you can experience 360 degree views on the SkyWalk or go for it and attempt the SkyJump! View Auckland’s most iconic volcano! Read more about Auckland, New Zealand |
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Azamara Journey is one of eight R-class ships now owned by three luxury cruise lines, and which to this day are very popular. The vessel looks spanking new following its 2016 refurbishment. The ship is able to access ports not visited by larger vessels. Carrying just 692 passengers, its elegant public spaces appear uncrowded. Her staterooms have recently been revitalised, and personalised service is a hallmark.
09, 10, 11, 12, AZ, Z
Size: 158 sq ft. Occupancy: Up to 4 guests. Description: Interior Staterooms have two beds that can be converted to a queen-sized bed with a pillow-top mattress and duvet, considerable closet space, a private bathroom with shower, as well as a sitting area with desk, drawer space, and sofa. Each stateroom also has its own plasma flat-screen television, direct-dial telephone and voice mail, thermostat controlled air-conditioning, refrigerator with mini-bar, individual safe, hair dryer, 100% cotton towels and linens. 24 hour room service. Tote bag. Two nights guaranteed seating in specialty dining restaurants. Complimentary shoe shine-service.
04, 05, 06, 08, AY, Y
Size: 170 sq ft. Occupancy: Up to 4 guests Amenities: Queen-sized bed which may convert into two twin beds, window, 23" plasma TV, private bathroom with shower, hairdryer, refrigerator with mini-bar, in-room safe. 24-hour room service, European bedding, duvet and pillow-top mattress, complimentary use of Frette 100% Egyptian-cotton bathrobes, Elemis bath products. Two nights guaranteed seating in specialty dining restaurants, tote bag, complimentary use of binoculars, daily fruit basket, fresh-cut flowers, complimentary use of umbrella, stationery, complimentary bottle of Evian water, afternoon Canapes and shoe shine service.
P3, P2, P1, VX, V1, V2, V3, AX, X
Size: 175 sq ft.; Balcony: 46-64 sq ft.* Location: Forward. Occupancy: Up to 4 guests Amenities: Queen-sized bed which may convert into two twin beds, floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors which open to a private balcony, sitting area, 23" plasma TV, refrigerator with mini-bar, private bath with shower, hairdryer, in-room safe, European bedding, duvet and pillow-top mattress, complimentary use of Frette 100% Egyptian cotton bathrobes, Elemis bath products. 24-hour room service.All the same features as the Club Veranda Stateroom, plus: More veranda space. Complimentary Internet (120 minutes) or $130 towards a full voyage unlimited package. One free bag of laundry service per stateroom, every seven days. One night of complimentary specialty dining for two - every seven days. Priority embarkation and debarkation. Complimentary in-room spirits. Shoe-shine service, complimentary use of binoculars, tote bag, complimentary bottle of Evian water, stationery, complementary use of umbrella and afternoon Canapes. *All measurements are approximate. Smoking is not permitted in staterooms or on stateroom verandas.
CW, CO, SP, N1, N2, W
Size: 603 sq ft.; Balcony: 233 sq ft. Occupancy: Up to 3 guests. The largest suites have been transformed to feature contemporary design elements that create an elegant and organic feel. The design draws inspiration from nature—a sandy cliff, flowing river beds, exquisite white sand beaches, and rustling grasses. These luxurious accommodations feature a large living room with a separate bedroom, floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors that open to your own private veranda, marble master bath, large flat-screen television, refrigerator with mini-bar, and many other amenities. Enjoy everything the Club Owner’s Suites have to offer, and of course, all of the pampering that comes with them. Amenities: King size bed in the bedroom with 40" TV in the bedroom. 55" TV in the living room. Complimentary use of Frette 100% Egyptian-cotton bathrobes, European bedding, duvet and pillow-top mattress, fresh cut flowers, Elemis bathroom products, Butler service, complimentary use of binoculars, welcome fruit basket, afternoon canapes, complimentary use of umbrella, stationery, shoe-shine service and 24-hour room service. Additional suite amenities include: welcome bottle of champagne, complimentary garment pressing, complimentary nonalcoholic specialty coffees (in-suite), sodas, and bottled water, priority luggage delivery at boarding, priority shore excursion booking, opportunity to book in-suite spa services, silk-wrapped hangers, priority tender service, priority check-in and departure. Complimentary seating throughout the voyage in specialty dining restaurants. Smoking is not permitted in staterooms or on stateroom verandas.
Connecting Staterooms
Club Continent Suites with Tub
Convertible Sofa Bed
Interior Stateroom Door Location
Restrooms
Smoking Area
Wheelchair Accessible Stateroom
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Cruiseline: Azamara Cruises Ship: Azamara Journey Departure: Thursday, January 20, 2022 Nights: 16 nights Departs: Auckland Returns: Auckland
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