Open daily for expert advice
1300 887 590
Sales:

8am-5pm Mon-Sat | 9am-5pm Sunday AEST

Aftersales:

8am-5pm Weekdays AEST

Choose Cruise Expert

New Zealand from Auckland with the Le Soléal

11 nights, 10 ports with theLe SolealPonant#17156564
  • Stunning sleek-lined ship
  • Elegant and spacious cabins
  • Beautiful photo art by Philip Plisson
Map Marker
Please wait
  • Ponant
  • Le Soléal
  • New Zealand
  • Auckland
  • Dunedin (Port Chalmers), New Zealand
  • 11 nights
  • 15/01/2025
  • 17156564
Itinerary & Map
sold out

Day

port

Info

1Auckland, New ZealandEmbarkment17:30
depart 17:30
Auckland is the largest city in New Zealand and is situated on the North Island of the country. The skyline is iconic due to the highest tower in the southern hemisphere, the Sky Tower, rising proudly from the City of Sails about 328 m high. The city offers plenty of ways for adventure seekers to get their fix with activities like kayaking, sailing and bungee jumping available. The beautiful surrounding areas and islands are the perfect example of stunning New Zealand and the amazing natural landscape of the country.
2Tauranga, New Zealand
Tauranga is located on the North Island of New Zealand and boasts several popular beaches, beautiful, lush parklands and mountains, lakes and cascading waterfalls. As it is located on a faultine, the area is home to numerous dormant volcanoes, including "White Island". For those interested in watersports, the city is conveniently located around a large harbour with opportunities galore to pursue your passion. The Strand waterfront area is a modern hive of activity, with an array of restaurants, clubs and bars.
3Gisborne, New Zealand
Gisborne, New Zealand
Gisborne is located on the Eastern coast of New Zealand. Unique to Gisborne is the opportunity to experience the first sunrise of the day before anywhere else in the world. Kaiti beach, the spot of the first European landing in New Zealand by Captain Cook is also located here. The wine produced in the area is highly regarded and tours are available of the many local wineries. Outdoor pursuits such as kayaking and surfing are also popular in the area. Certain Maori cultural traditions and customs can still be witnessed throughout the city.
4Napier, New Zealand
Napier, on New Zealand's North Island is the primary export seaport for North-Eastern New Zealand. It is known for being an Art Deco city, as much of the city was rebuilt in this style after an earthquake in 1931. The best way to explore downtown Napier is by partaking in a guided walk of the center which takes place daily. Napier makes use of the region's fertile alluvial soils by being home to many vineyards, producing a fantastic array of fine wines. The National Aquarium of New Zealand can be found in Napier and showcases how extraordinarily diverse the sealife of the South Pacific can be.
5Marlborough Sounds, New Zealand
This is a network of sea-drowned valleys located between the North and South Islands of New Zealand. In area, they cover over 4000 km² and serve as shipping lanes between the two islands. Unlike fjords, Marlborough Sounds were formed by earth movements where some parts of the ground lowered, allowing water to flow into some of the valleys. According to Mauri legend however, the Sounds are the finger prints of the Polynesian discoverer of New Zealand, Kupe.
6Cruising
7Christchurch (Akaroa), New Zealand
Christchurch (Akaroa), New Zealand
Christchurch lies on the South Island of New Zealand and is a gateway to the scenic and beautiful Canterbury region. Known as the 'Garden City', Christchurch is full of natural beauty, with scenic gardens, vast green parks and the Avon River flowing gently through the city. Christchurch is an energetic and vibrant city, with a huge range of pop up restuarants, contemporary art galleries, boutique shops and open-air markets adding to the creative and lively feel of the city. The backdrop for Christchurch is the lofty and beautiful peaks of Cantebury.
8Cruising
9Doubtful Sound, New Zealand
Doubtful Sound is the second most popular tourist destination in New Zealand, after its sister, Milford Sound. The serene Doubtful Sound is the deepest fjord in Fiordland National Park at 421 metres deep and features numerous magical waterfalls, unusual flora and fauna and is famous for its eery silence. Manapouri is the base for excursions to Doubtful Sound. There are a number of ways for visitors to explore the beauty of the fiord, such as by taking a day or overnight cruise, scenic flight or by simply exploring it by kayak. Doubtful Sound provides the perfect opportunity to experience the beauty of New Zealand and the fiords.
9Dusky Sound, New Zealand
Dusky Sound is a remote fiord located in New Zealand's Fiordland National Park, not far from Manapouri. The fiord is flanked mainly by lush greenery and imposing rocky outcrops. Dusky Sound is steeped in history, with Captain Cook having spent five weeks here in 1773. The explorer spent two months exploring the fiord extensively, charting its many arms and inlets, and marveling at the birdlife. Visitors can expect to find mountainous terrain with picturesque valleys and forests. Activities include fishing, kayaking and just simply taking in the breath-taking views.
10Milford Sound, New Zealand
A stunning blend of vertical cliff faces and magnificent waterfalls, Milford Sound is one of the most breathtaking locations in New Zealand. One of the best ways to experience it is on a boat cruise, sailing in the dark waters below. Scenic flights are also available so you can witness the beauty from above and also get a sense of the sheer scale of the landscape's stunning features. For those who enjoy hiking or trekking, the Milford Track is the ideal way to experience Milford Sound, winding your way up through some of the world's most astonishing wilderness.
11Cruising
12Dunedin (Port Chalmers), New ZealandDisembarkment07:00
arrive 07:00
Dunedin is New Zealand's oldest city and has played an important role in New Zealand's rich history. The city features a particular combination of culture, wildlife and architecture. Dunedin Street Art Trail is a unique initiative whereby, an increasing number of blank walls are becoming the canvases of international street artists. The trail currently takes 90 minutes to complete. Dunedin is also home to the world's steepest street, Baldwin Street which is also the location of the world-famous Jaffa-Race, which involves 25,000 sweet treats being rolled down the street simultaneously.
Ponant# 17156564

New Zealand from Auckland with the Le Soléal

11 nights, 10 ports with the Le Soléal
Services
Services Included:
  • A cruise from Auckland, New Zealand to Dunedin (Port Chalmers), New Zealand on board the Le Soléal
  • All main meals (excluding specialty restaurants)
  • Port charges and taxes
  • Accommodation in booked cabin
Optional bookable services:
  • Hotels
  • Wide variety of shore excursions
  • Rental vehicles
  • Travel insurance
  • Flights
  • Transfers
Load more
Dates & Prices
LoadingPlease wait

Please select one of the following cabin types

Cabin type
    Journey Overview
    LoadingPlease wait
    CruiseAway acts as an intermediary for Ponant.
    +
    If you click on "Send booking request", a preliminary non-binding inquiry will be created. Our privacy policy applies.
    * Whilst all information is correct at the time of publication, offers are subject to change. Please note that many of the prices shown on this website are not shown in real time. While we endeavour to keep our pricing as up-to-date as possible, the advertised prices shown here may differ slightly from the live prices in our booking system. Our agency reserves the right to correct errors without penalty.
    Overview
    Itinerary
    Included Services
    Ship
    Decks
    price loading

    Itinerary

    Cruise Waypoints
    Day
    port
    Info
    1
    Auckland, New Zealand
    Embarkment
    2
    Tauranga, New Zealand
    3
    Gisborne, New Zealand
    4
    Napier, New Zealand
    5
    Marlborough Sounds, New Zealand
    6
    Cruising
    7
    Christchurch (Akaroa), New Zealand
    8
    Cruising
    9
    Doubtful Sound, New Zealand
    9
    Dusky Sound, New Zealand
    10
    Milford Sound, New Zealand
    11
    Cruising
    12
    Dunedin (Port Chalmers), New Zealand
    Disembarkment