Sydney Cruise Tour

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast at the hotel. Later in the morning, meet your local tour guide in the foyer of the hotel and embark on a Sydney City Highlights Tour. Travel back in time to Sydney's oldest urban village, the Rocks. Heading through the city centre you'll see the Sydney Tower and the magnificent Queen Victoria Building.

Travel east of the city to the most sought-after residential areas in Sydney. From Darling Point, the shoreline is lined with vast mansions and expensive apartments overlooking a flotilla of yachts moored along the harbour's edge. See the sidewalk cafes and chic boutiques of Double Bay and take in the magnificent city skyline from the ideal vantage point of Watsons Bay. The Sydney Opera House was officially opened by Queen Elizabeth II in 1973 and is still today indisputably Sydney's most famous landmark. You will stop there for a short, guided tour of this impressive building, with its distinctive sail-like roof. You'll learn about its history, design and how it's used today.

Finally, enjoy a stop to snap some photos at Bondi, Australia's world-famous surfing beach. Here you will have time at your leisure to grab some lunch at your own expense. You'll then make your way back to the city and your hotel via the narrow streets of Paddington, lined with picturesque terraces - framed with iron laced balconies, sandstone houses, designer boutiques, art galleries and cafés.

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast at the hotel. Meet your guide and board a charter transfer for a half-day tour of Taronga Zoo. Nestled on the cliff s of the pretty waterside suburb of Mosman, it offers some of the most iconic water views in the city. The zoo cares for over 5,000 animals from over 350 species, many of which are endangered. Enjoy lunch at your own expense at one of the zoos many eateries. Don't forget to stop by the zoo shop before you leave to pick up a souvenir or two. Spend the afternoon and evening at your leisure - a perfect opportunity to see more of Sydney. Dinner will be at your own expense.

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast at the hotel, check-out and transfer to ship. Exact times to be confirmed depending on embarkation time. There will be a hospitality desk manned by a local NCL representative located in the hotel lobby for any questions or assistance.

Sydney's harbour is the hub from which there's much to see and do. You'll want to explore this area, home of the iconic Opera House. Admire the skyline, swim at a harbour beach or cross the Sydney Harbour Bridge. Want to see surfing? Grab your sunblock and towel and spend the day on world-famous Bondi Beach, or take a scenic walk on the coast from Bondi to Coogee Beach. The Rocks district is a shopper's mecca offering a wide variety of goods, from woodcrafts and unique art to outback fashions.

Hobart is Tasmania's capital city that blends culture, historical sites and a vibrant artistic community against a backdrop of staggering natural beauty. Get a taste of local life by strolling Salamanca Place in Sullivan's Cove - a cobblestone square bustling with art galleries, boutique shops, restaurants and live music. Journey to the Tasman Peninsula to explore the island's beautiful wilderness and perhaps spot the famed Tasmanian Devil.

As its name suggests, you will indeed encounter kangaroos while visiting Kangaroo Island. But there's so much more to see in addition to Australia's national animal. Situated 70 miles off the coast of Adelaide, Kangaroo Island is home to diverse wildlife, including the koala, platypus and tammar wallaby. Explore some of the island's rugged 330 miles of coastline and visit sea lion and long-nosed fur seal colonies. Go sandboarding on the otherworldly landscape of Little Sahara sand dunes. Sample honey made from Ligurian honey bees - the island boasts the only purebred and disease-free population of this bee species. Or go vineyard hopping and discover a new favourite vintage. Experience an unforgettable day on an island unlike any other.

Ranked as one of the world's most livable cities, Adelaide is ideally nestled between the ocean and the foothills of the Mt. Lofty Ranges. In addition to the abundance of outdoor adventures available from the sea to the mountains, Adelaide is known for its thriving arts and culture scenes. Spot colourful street art while heading to one of the museums or art galleries found throughout the city. Stick to the coastline as you explore picturesque beaches or journey inland to visit some of the numerous vineyards located in the region. From kayaking, hiking and sunbathing to boutique shopping, learning about Aboriginal culture and more, get ready for an unforgettable day in Adelaide.

Ranked as one of the world's most livable cities, Adelaide is ideally nestled between the ocean and the foothills of the Mt. Lofty Ranges. In addition to the abundance of outdoor adventures available from the sea to the mountains, Adelaide is known for its thriving arts and culture scenes. Spot colourful street art while heading to one of the museums or art galleries found throughout the city. Stick to the coastline as you explore picturesque beaches or journey inland to visit some of the numerous vineyards located in the region. From kayaking, hiking and sunbathing to boutique shopping, learning about Aboriginal culture and more, get ready for an unforgettable day in Adelaide.

Once the richest city in the world thanks to a gold rush, Melbourne is Australia's cultural capital with striking architecture, chic galleries and boutiques. Wave at a wallaby or get close to a koala at a wildlife park. Feel closer to the land on a ride on the Puffing Billy steam locomotive through the mountains and countryside. Back in the city, explore a different culture and visit Chinatown - the oldest one in the West.

Once the richest city in the world thanks to a gold rush, Melbourne is Australia's cultural capital with striking architecture, chic galleries and boutiques. Wave at a wallaby or get close to a koala at a wildlife park. Feel closer to the land on a ride on the Puffing Billy steam locomotive through the mountains and countryside. Back in the city, explore a different culture and visit Chinatown - the oldest one in the West.

Sydney's harbour is the hub from which there's much to see and do. You'll want to explore this area, home of the iconic Opera House. Admire the skyline, swim at a harbour beach or cross the Sydney Harbour Bridge. Want to see surfing? Grab your sunblock and towel and spend the day on world-famous Bondi Beach, or take a scenic walk on the coast from Bondi to Coogee Beach. The Rocks district is a shopper's mecca offering a wide variety of goods, from woodcrafts and unique art to outback fashions.