Holland America Line is transporting cruisers to the iconic sites and natural wonders of Australia and New Zealand with its new 2025-2026 itineraries.
From November 2025 to March 2026, guests dreaming of a cruise holiday to the Land Down Under can experience the vibrant cities and captivating scenery of this region for themselves with the cruise line’s new Australia and New Zealand season- showcasing a tapestry of diverse landscapes and unique cultures to explore.
The exceptional 14-day itineraries onboard Noordam allow travellers to seamlessly experience the best of these two countries, all while experiencing Holland America Line’s award-winning service and authentic programming. Additionally, new Collectors’ Voyages will combine a two-week cruise with an epic Legendary Voyage to the South Pacific to create a longer holiday lasting up to 50 days, travelling across several cruising regions.
“Australia and New Zealand are excellent options for cruisers looking for global destinations, iconic cities and wild wonders. We craft our cruises to showcase the best of each region. With these voyages, guests can immerse themselves in New Zealand in a port-intensive itinerary that also features scenic cruising through Milford Sound, or they can see wildlife like penguins and kangaroos while exploring South Australia.”
Beth Bodensteiner, Holland America Line’s Chief Commercial Officer
Holland America Line’s Australia and New Zealand voyages sail roundtrip from Sydney, Australia, or between Sydney and Auckland, New Zealand- all onboard Noordam. All New Zealand itineraries will also include scenic cruising in the stunning Milford Sound, located within Fiordland National Park.
2025-2026 Australia & New Zealand Season Highlights
“Australia & New Zealand” – 14 days, between Sydney & Auckland
-Departures in November, February and March.
-Variety of ports in Australia, Tasmania and New Zealand.
-All cruises call at Melbourne, Australia; Hobart and/or Burnie, Tasmania; and Tauranga, Napier and Port Chalmers (Dunedin), New Zealand.
-Additional New Zealand ports include a combination of Picton, Wellington, Timaru, Lyttelton (Christchurch) and Waitangi.
“New Zealand Discovery” – 14 days, roundtrip from Sydney
-Departs 7th December 2025.
-All New Zealand Ports: Auckland, Waitangi, Tauranga, Gisborne, Napier, Wellington, Lyttelton (Christchurch) and Port Chalmers (Dunedin).
“South Australia Discovery Holiday” – 14days, roundtrip from Sydney
-Departs 21st December 2025.
-Ports include Melbourne, Phillip Island, Eden, Adelaide and Penneshaw, Australia; Burnie, Port Arthur and Hobart (late departure), Tasmania.
Back-to-Back Cruises With Collectors’ Voyages
Noordam will be sailing five Collectors’ Voyages, combining back-to-back, non-repeating itineraries that allow guests to explore multiple areas in one seamless cruise.
These exciting Collectors’ Voyages will range from between 28 and 50 days, and will either merge two 14-day Australia & New Zealand cruises, or one 14-day Australia & New Zealand cruise with a Legendary Voyage to the South Pacific.
