DAY 1 ISTANBUL AIRPORT – SINGAPORE 19.12.2026
Meet at Istanbul Airport International Terminal, in front of Singapore Airlines counter at 11:00. After passport, baggage, and check-in procedures, we depart on Singapore Airlines flight SQ-391 at 13:15 towards Singapore. Overnight on the plane.
DAY 2 SINGAPORE - SYDNEY 20.12.2026
Arrive in Singapore at 04:45 local time. After transfer, we take Singapore Airlines flight SQ 241 at 07:00 to the famous city of Sydney, Australia, regarded as one of the most beautiful cities in the world and discovered by British navigator Captain James Cook. After approximately 7 hours and 40 minutes of travel, we arrive at Sydney Airport at 17:55 local time. After customs and passport procedures, our private bus awaits us at the airport to transfer us to the hotel. After hotel check-in, we settle into our rooms and have free time. Overnight at the hotel.
DAY 3 SYDNEY 21.12.2026
After breakfast at the hotel, there will be free time for shopping and personal activities. Guests can optionally join the "Blue Mountains & Aboriginal Culture Village Experience Tour" arranged by our guide. Our tour will start by following the routes of the Sydney Olympics, providing panoramic views of the entire city from a hill overlooking the ocean, then visiting Bondi Beach, famous for its surfing and beaches. Following this, we will arrive at the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Blue Mountains region, known for its mountains and lush forests. Here, we will view the Three Sisters rock formation, learn about Aborigine culture through dance shows, hiking, and local fauna and flora. After completing the cable car tour, we return to our hotel for rest. Overnight at the hotel.
DAY 4 SYDNEY (BOARDING THE SHIP) 22.12.2026
After breakfast at the hotel, we check out and transfer from the hotel to the port where our cruise ship is located. After check-in procedures on the Royal Princess cruise ship, we settle into our cabins and have free time. During the time the ship is docked, guests can optionally join the "Sydney Harbour Cruise Boat Tour" arranged by our guide. We will go on a panoramic cruise to explore Sydney’s world-famous harbor, including the Sydney Opera House, Sydney Harbour Bridge, Circular Quay, and surrounding coves. During the tour, while enjoying the city’s skyline, passengers will learn about Sydney’s history, maritime past, and modern life through guide commentary. Photos can be taken from the open deck to capture the views. After the tour, we return to our ship. The ship departs the port at 16:00. Dinner and overnight onboard the ship.
DAY 5 SEA PASSAGE 23.12.2026
Today, while at sea, the ship offers many options for guests. Those interested can enjoy the outdoor and indoor pools, jacuzzis, sunbathing areas, or shop at duty-free boutiques. Guests can also try their luck at the casino or enjoy a variety of music and entertainment at numerous bars. A variety of dining options will be available throughout the day. Dinner and overnight on the ship.
DAY 6 SEA PASSAGE 24.12.2026
Today, at sea, guests can continue enjoying the ship’s amenities, including pools, jacuzzis, sunbathing areas, shopping, casino, bars, and entertainment options. Several dining choices will be available all day. Dinner and overnight onboard the ship.
DAY 7 SEA PASSAGE 25.12.2026
Another day at sea, offering guests various options such as pools, jacuzzis, sunbathing areas, shopping, casino, bars, and entertainment. Multiple dining options will be available throughout the day. Dinner and overnight onboard the ship.
DAY 8 BAY OF ISLANDS 26.12.2026
The ship will dock at Bay of Islands port at 08:00 in the morning. After breakfast, guests have free time for personal activities and shopping. Guests can optionally join the "Hole in the Rock & Russell Village Tour" organized by our guide. Departing from the port, we begin with a boat tour of the region’s most popular experience, seeing the turquoise waters, green islands, and coastlines of the Bay of Islands archipelago. The highlight of the tour is the Hole in the Rock formation, which can be viewed up close on the boat depending on weather and sea conditions, with photo stops. After the boat tour, we visit Russell Village, one of New Zealand’s earliest settlements, known for its historic charm, beaches, cafes, and boutique shops. Guests can stroll along the coast, relax at seaside cafes, or explore historical sites. After the tour, we return to the ship. The ship departs at 18:00. Dinner and overnight on board.
DAY 9 AUCKLAND 27.12.2026
The ship will dock at Auckland port at 06:00 in the morning. After breakfast, guests have free time for personal activities. Guests can optionally join the "Auckland City Tour" arranged by our guide. Auckland, called the "City of Sails" due to its numerous sailing ships in the Waitemata Harbor and Hauraki Gulf, is also known as the "City of Volcanoes" because it is built near approximately 48 volcanoes. The tour will start with visits to Victoria Park Market and Westhaven Marina, then enjoy views of the city and harbor from Eden Crater. After that, we will visit the Auckland Museum, which showcases New Zealand's recent history, and the Kelly Tarlton Marine Aquarium. After transfer to the hotel and check-in, guests have free time for shopping or to relax in cafes and restaurants. We then return to the ship. The ship departs at 19:00 in the evening. Dinner and overnight on the ship.
DAY 10 SEA PASSAGE 28.12.2026
While at sea, guests can continue enjoying numerous options provided by the ship, including pools, jacuzzis, sunbathing decks, duty-free shopping, casino, bars, and entertainment programs. Multiple dining options will be available throughout the day. Dinner and overnight onboard.
DAY 11 PICTON 29.12.2026
The ship will dock at Picton port at 09:00 in the morning. After breakfast, guests have free time for personal activities. Guests can optionally join the "Marlborough Sounds Scenic Drive Tour" arranged by our guide. After arriving at Picton, we embark on a scenic drive through Marlborough Sounds, known for its winding coastlines, lush hills, deep bays, and tranquil fiords. Along the way, our guide will share information about the region’s geography and wildlife. Stops are made at the best vistas overlooking Cook Strait and the surrounding bays for photos. This peaceful scenic journey offers an immersion in nature. After the tour, we return to Picton and transfer to the ship. The ship departs at 17:00. Dinner and overnight onboard.
DAY 12 CHRISTCHURCH (LYTTELTON) 30.12.2026
The ship will dock in Christchurch (Lyttelton) port at 07:00 in the morning. After breakfast, guests can enjoy free time. Guests may optionally take the "Christchurch City Tour & Akaroa & Banks Peninsula Tour" organized by our guide. Starting from Lyttelton, the tour begins with exploring Christchurch, known as the "Garden City." We will visit the Botanical Gardens, Avon River, and Cathedral Square, learning about the city’s history, reconstruction, and modern life. After a short free time in the city center, we travel through the scenic Banks Peninsula to Akaroa, a charming French colonial town with pastel-colored houses, boutique shops, and a seaside ambiance. Guests may stroll along the coast, relax in cafes, or take photographs. Afterward, we return to Lyttelton and transfer to the ship. The ship departs at 17:00. Dinner and overnight onboard.
DAY 13 DUNEDIN 31.12.2026
The ship will dock at Dunedin port at 12:30 in the afternoon. After lunch, guests have free time. Guests can optionally join the "Dunedin City Tour & Otago Peninsula Wildlife Tour" organized by our guide. After docking at Port Chalmers, we head to explore Dunedin. The city tour will include Scottish architecture, historic buildings, the university district, and the famous Baldwin Street, known as the world's steepest street. Our guide will share the city’s history and cultural insights. After the city tour, we go to Otago Peninsula, known for its rich wildlife, including albatross colonies, seals, and possibly penguins, depending on conditions. Stops are made at scenic spots for photos and wildlife observation. After this scenic and cultural experience, we return to Port Chalmers and transfer to the ship. The ship will depart at 20:00. Dinner and overnight onboard. (Happy New Year 😊)
DAY 14 FIORDLAND NATIONAL PARK SIGHTSEEING PASSAGE 01.01.2027
Fiordland National Park, New Zealand's largest national park, was formed by massive glaciers carving deep fiords into the South Island over thousands of years. The heart of the park, Milford Sound, is surrounded by towering cliffs nearly a mile high and extends into the Grey Alps. Rainforests cling to sheer rock faces, waterfalls cascade into the fjords, making this one of the most spectacular natural sights globally. Mitre Peak, visible from miles away, is the iconic symbol of Milford Sound. Within the boundaries of Fiordland, Te Anau is an important gateway, connecting to Lake Wakatipu, Queenstown, and Mount Cook National Park, among others.
DAY 15 SEA PASSAGE 02.01.2027
While at sea, guests can continue enjoying a variety of options offered by the ship, including pools, jacuzzis, sunbathing decks, duty-free shopping, casino, bars, and entertainment programs. Multiple dining options will be available throughout the day. Dinner and overnight onboard.
DAY 16 SEA PASSAGE 03.01.2027
Another day at sea with various amenities and options such as pools, jacuzzis, sunbathing areas, shopping, casino, bars, and entertainment. Multiple dining venues will be open. Dinner and overnight onboard.
DAY 17 SYDNEY – SINGAPORE 04.01.2027
The ship will dock in Sydney port at 06:00 in the morning. After breakfast and check-out from the cabins, we transfer from the port to Sydney Airport. Free time until the flight. Guests can optionally join the "Sydney City Tour" organized by our guide, exploring Sydney’s iconic landmarks such as the Sydney Opera House, Sydney Harbour Bridge, and the vibrant Darling Harbour area. We'll have a photo stop at Mrs. Macquarie’s Chair for a great view of the Opera House and Harbour Bridge. After the tour, we transfer to the airport. Check-in procedures are completed, and we depart on Singapore Airlines flight SQ 222 at 16:10 towards Singapore. We arrive in Singapore at 21:20 local time, transfer through passport control for connecting flights.
DAY 18 SINGAPORE – ISTANBUL AIRPORT 05.01.2027
After passport and customs procedures, we depart on Singapore Airlines flight SQ 392 at 01:50 towards Istanbul. We arrive at Istanbul Airport at 08:45 local time. End of our tour.