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Named for the Northern compass point, Noordam dazzles with museum-quality art and lavish staterooms. Guests of this Vista Class ship will have their pick of onboard activities. Sing along to your favourite hits at Billboard Onboard. Enjoy a Pilates class at the Fitness Centre. Or savour the delights of one of our specialty restaurants. A voyage on the MS Noordam is a unique experience to be savoured and remembered!
VIEW ITINERARYDAY 1 Sunday 15 February 2026
Sydney/Departure
This afternoon board the MS Noordam on
this fantastic Cycle and Cruise journey of
Australia and New Zealand. Be up on deck as
we cruise Sydney Harbour and out through
Sydney Heads.
DAY 2 Monday 16 February 2026
At sea
A day at sea to explore and enjoy the fabulous
facilities of the ship. This evening we have a
welcome drinks party so you can meet other
passengers in the group.
DAY 3 Tuesday 17 February 2026
Melbourne
This morning we arrive into Melbourne. After
disembarking, we will be met by our local bike
operator for our ride along the Port Phillip Bay
Trail to Mentone. We will cycle past Brighton
and St Kilda and enjoy the bay and city of
Melbourne views on this enjoyable first ride!
DAY 4 Wednesday 18 February 2026
Burnie
We first ride along the Burnie Coastal Pathway
extending from Cooee Creek to Emu River
including the new Burnie Boardwalk. Enjoy
nice coastal views and a recently constructed
good quality path perfect for an easy ride.
We continue on to the Northwest Tasmanian Coastal Cycleway identified for a decade as one
of Australia’s great coastal rides.
DAY 5 Thursday 19 February 2026
At Sea
A day at sea to enjoy the fabulous facilities of
the ship.
DAY 6 Friday 20 February 2026
At sea
A day at sea to enjoy the fabulous facilities of
the ship.
DAY 7 Saturday 21 February 2026
At sea
A day at sea to enjoy the fabulous facilities of
the ship.
DAY 8 Sunday 22 February 2026
Fiordland National Park
Today we cruise through some of the most
spectacular scenery in New Zealand as we
visit Milford Sound followed by Doubtful and
Dusky Sounds. The fiords will be a highlight
of the cruise, with spectacular scenery and
fascinating wildlife. Nothing can prepare
you for the majesty of Milford Sound, star
of Fiordlands National Park. New vistas
mesmerise at each turn – towering Mitre Peak,
rising 1692 metres above the Sound, plunging
waterfalls, bottlenose and dusky dolphins,
fur seals and Fiordland crested penguins are
amongst this wonderland of outstanding
natural beauty.
DAY 9 Monday 23 February 2026
Dunedin
Today we arrive into Dunedin. Originally
founded by Scottish settlers and known as the
Edinburgh of the South. We are transferred
to the Otago Central Rail trail, the first of New
Zealand’s Rail Trails and the Original Great Ride.
Located along the former route of the Otago
Central Railway, we will ride along a portion of
this off-road 152-kilometre-long trail. We enjoy
this fantastic trail and ride past historic gold
mining villages, country pubs and through
rugged scenery. A fantastic day!
DAY 10 Tuesday 24 February 2026
Timaru
Today we arrive into Timaru and are transferred
to the Pleasant Point Trail, rural New Zealand
countryside at its best – from stunning lakes
and rivers, majestic countryside of Mackenzie
and down eventually to one of New Zealand’s
most beautiful Bays.
DAY 11 Wednesday 25 February 2026
Wellington
Today we call into Wellington, the capital of
New Zealand. Our ride today will be along
a section of the New Zealand Great Ride - the Rimutaka Trail. This trail winds through
the Rimutaka Mountain Ranges around the
Southern Coast. The harder option will start
at Taita Rock and will involve a climb. The
easier option will start at Mayman and involve
downhill and then flat riding as you head into
the suburbs of Wellington. Enjoy riding through
tunnels, over bridges and dramatic scenery!
DAY 12 Thursday 26 February 2026
Napier
This morning we arrive in the unique city of
Napier in the Hawkes Bay area. Today’s ride
will be along the Hawkes Bay Trail. We will
have panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean
as we ride and see the Ahuriri Estuary, a
sanctuary for endangered wetland wildlife.
Another great day!
DAY 13 Friday 27 February 2026
Tauranga/Rotorua
This morning we arrive in Tauranga. After
disembarking, we will be met by our private
coach and transferred to the Whakarewarewa
Redwood Forest in Rotorua where we pick
up the Te Ara Ahi Cycle Trail. For those who
have opted for the harder ride, your journey
takes you from Whakarewarewa MTB along
the City Cycle Way and then into the Redwood
Forest and for those who have opted for the
leisurely ride, your journey takes you from the
Whakarewarewa MTB trail and along the City
Cycle Way. The two groups will come together
for lunch. We return to the ship late afternoon.
DAY 14 Saturday 28 February 2026
Waitangi (Bay of Islands)
Today we arrive in the spectacular Bay of
Islands, one of the most historic areas in New
Zealand, dotted with 150 scenic islands. We
will be met by private coach and transferred to
the Twin Coast Cycle Trail. Enjoy coastal views,
wetlands, native forest and rolling farmland
as we cycle along on this coast-to-coast ride
between the popular Bay of Islands and peaceful Hokianga Harbour. Following smooth
rail trail, dedicated cycle paths and country
roads we will do a section of the 84 kilometre
trail, as we ride back towards the ship.
DAY 15 Sunday 1 March 2026
Auckland/Hauraki Rail trail
This morning, we arrive in Auckland, the largest
city and commercial centre of New Zealand.
After breakfast we will disembark the ship and
travel south to meet the Hauraki Rail Trail at
Miranda. We cycle along the Seabird Coast to
Kaiaua and then along to Thames where we
stay the night.
DAY 16 Monday 2 March 2026
Hauraki Rail Trail
Today we continue our ride along the historic
railway corridor from Thames winding through
the Karangahake Gorge to Waihi. The trail
travels through some of the most stunning
scenery in New Zealand through the historic
railway corridor from Thames to Waihi. We
then transfer to our hotel where we have a final
night dinner to celebrate our trip!
DAY 17 Tuesday 3 March 2026
Departure
This morning, we transfer to Auckland Airport
for flights back to Australia.
| Cabin | Description | Deck | Twin Fare | Single Fare |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MM | Inside | 8 | $6,790 | $8,890 |
| L | Inside | 7 | $7,090 | $9,390 |
| K | Inside | 4,5,6,7 | $7,190 | $9,490 |
| J | Inside | 1,4,5,6,10 | $7,250 | $9,550 |
| G | Oceanview Obstructed | 4 | $7,390 | $9,890 |
| F | Oceanview | 1.6 | $7,490 | $9,990 |
| E | Oceanview | 1 | $7,550 | $10,090 |
| DD | Oceanview | 1 | $7,590 | $10,190 |
| D | Oceanview | 1,4 | $7,650 | $10,290 |
| C | Oceanview | 1 | $7,690 | $10,390 |
| VF | Balcony | 4,8 | $8,090 | $11,890 |
| VD | Balcony | 6,7 | $8,490 | $12,690 |
| VC | Balcony | 4,5,6,8 | $8,590 | $12,790 |
| VB | Balcony | 4,5,6,7,10 | $8,690 | $12,890 |
| VA | Balcony | 4,5,6,8 | $8,750 | $12,990 |
| SY | Suite | 5,8 | $9,890 | $15,390 |
| SS | Suite | 6 | $9,990 | $15,590 |
| SC | Suite | 6,7 | $12,390 | $20,290 |
| Included Port and Handling charges and ship gratuities | $1,642 | $2,034 | ||
Flights from Auckland to Australia should depart from 1.30pm onwards. Please contact one of our friendly consultants for a quote 1800 630 343
You can stay on in New Zealand for minimal additional airfare cost. Please contact Travelrite on 1800 630 343 for more information.
It is important that all tour participants have a basic level of physical fitness that allows them to take part in this tour without the need of assistance from others.
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