December 7 - 4, 2026
Holland America Line
from Sydney, Australia
The December 7, 2025 cruise on the MS Noordam departs from Sydney, Australia. On this 28 Night New Zealand & South Australia Discovery Collector sailing, the ship will visit a total of 20 different cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The MS Noordam sets sail on a Sunday (December 7, 2025) and returns on a Sunday (January 4, 2026).
Day | Date | Port |
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1 | December 7, 2025 Sunday | Sydney, Australia |
2 | December 8, 2025 Monday | At Sea |
3 | December 9, 2025 Tuesday | At Sea |
4 | December 7, 2025 Sunday | Cruise Fjordland National Park |
4 | December 10, 2025 Wednesday | Cruise Milford Sound |
5 | December 11, 2025 Thursday | Port Chalmers, New Zealand |
6 | December 12, 2025 Friday | Lyttleton, New Zealand |
7 | December 13, 2025 Saturday | Wellington, New Zealand |
8 | December 14, 2025 Sunday | Napier, New Zealand |
9 | December 15, 2025 Monday | Gisborne, New Zealand |
10 | December 16, 2025 Tuesday | Tauranga, New Zealand |
11 | December 17, 2025 Wednesday | Auckland, New Zealand |
12 | December 18, 2025 Thursday | Waitangi, Bay Of Islands, New Zealand |
13 | December 19, 2025 Friday | At Sea |
14 | December 20, 2025 Saturday | At Sea |
15 | December 21, 2025 Sunday | Sydney, Australia |
16 | December 22, 2025 Monday | At Sea |
17 | December 23, 2025 Tuesday | Phillip Island, Australia |
18 | December 24, 2025 Wednesday | Burnie, Tasmania, Australia |
19 | December 25, 2025 Thursday | At Sea |
20 | December 26, 2025 Friday | Adelaide, Australia |
21 | December 27, 2025 Saturday | PENNESHAW, KANGAROO ISLAND, AUSTRALIA |
22 | December 28, 2025 Sunday | At Sea |
23 | December 29, 2025 Monday | Hobart, Tasmania, Australia |
24 | December 30, 2025 Tuesday | Port Arthur, Tasmania, Australia |
25 | December 31, 2025 Wednesday | At Sea |
26 | January 1, 2026 Thursday | Melbourne, Australia |
27 | January 2, 2026 Friday | At Sea |
28 | January 3, 2026 Saturday | Eden, Australia |
29 | January 4, 2026 Sunday | Sydney, Australia |
Holland America Line
The MS Noordam was built in 2006 and is amoung Holland America's 11 ships in it's fleet. The MS Noordam is included in the cruise line's Vista Class Class. In the cruise ship stats below you'll find the MS Noordam vs all other Holland America ships.
Say 'G'day' to one of the most beautiful cities in the world. Stroll along the world-famous Bondi and Watsons Beaches. Tour the Sydney Opera House on Bennelong Point, shop for Aboriginal art, or go on a photographic safari. This diverse land is home to crocodiles, koalas, emus, and, of course, kangaroos.
Say 'G'day' to one of the most beautiful cities in the world. Stroll along the world-famous Bondi and Watsons Beaches. Tour the Sydney Opera House on Bennelong Point, shop for Aboriginal art, or go on...
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
A vast remote wilderness, with snow capped mountains, glacial lakes and valleys, fiords, islands, waterfalls and dense forest. It contains some of New Zealand's best known tramping tracks, including the Milford, Kepler, Dusky, Routeburn and Hollyford. Fishing, hunting, guided walks, cruises on lakes and fiords, scenic flights, penguins, seals, dolphins and spectacular coastal features await you.
A vast remote wilderness, with snow capped mountains, glacial lakes and valleys, fiords, islands, waterfalls and dense forest. It contains some of New Zealand's best known tramping tracks, including...
Milford Sound is the most famous and accessible of the grand glacier carved fiords scattered along New Zealand's south western coast. Mountain peaks with sculptural, hanging valleys, send waterfalls cascading over sheer granite cliffs to the sea below. Boat trips on the Sound are a must and provide close up views of awe inspiring scenery.
Milford Sound is the most famous and accessible of the grand glacier carved fiords scattered along New Zealand's south western coast. Mountain peaks with sculptural, hanging valleys, send waterfalls...
The attractive, historic town and modern container port of Port Chalmers, on a tiny peninsula 12km from Dunedin, is worth a half-day trip for its magnificent harbour views offset by bush-covered hills, its fine nineteenth-century buildings and its thriving artistic community. The site was chosen in 1844 as the port to serve the proposed Scottish settlement of New Edinburgh, later called Dunedin. The first settlers arrived on the John Wickliffe in March 1848 and named the port after the Reverend Dr Thomas Chalmers.
The attractive, historic town and modern container port of Port Chalmers, on a tiny peninsula 12km from Dunedin, is worth a half-day trip for its magnificent harbour views offset by bush-covered hills...
Christchurch has a long historic connection with Antarctic exploration. It is from the port of Lyttleton (about 10 miles North of Christchurch) that Captain Scott sailed for Antarctica. Today Lyttleton is a port of call for ships of the United States and New Zealand Antarctic programs A monument to Captain Scott (created by his wite Katherine) stands alongside the banks of the River Avon in Christchurch.
Christchurch has a long historic connection with Antarctic exploration. It is from the port of Lyttleton (about 10 miles North of Christchurch) that Captain Scott sailed for Antarctica. Today...
Wellington is the capital city of New Zealand / Aotearoa. It is also the cultural, administrative and political center of the country. Two aspects of the city that will immediately strike any visitor are the sprawling harbour and the dramatic, hilly terrain. Everywhere you go, the sounds and smell of the ocean hang in the air, and green hills and valleys wrap you in a bear-hug embrace.
Wellington is the capital city of New Zealand / Aotearoa. It is also the cultural, administrative and political center of the country. Two aspects of the city that will immediately strike any visitor...
In 1931 a disastrous earthquake destroyed the city. The earthquake heaved 40 square kilometres of water covered land above sea level. Rebuilding began, resulting in Napier becoming the art deco capital. With Napier being a coastal town there are a wide variety of water sports, fishing trips, pleasure cruises and also night cruises which are very popular. Other activities include windsurfing, jet skiing, kayaking, canoeing and parasailing - all available on the waterfront.
In 1931 a disastrous earthquake destroyed the city. The earthquake heaved 40 square kilometres of water covered land above sea level. Rebuilding began, resulting in Napier becoming the art deco...
Tauranga is located in the Bay of Plenty and is the region's largest residential and commercial area, boasting profuse sunshine and a fertile landscape. The township is the center of a large kiwifruit and citrus growing area and houses a population of approximately 91,000 people, including those residing in Mount Maunganui.
Tauranga is located in the Bay of Plenty and is the region's largest residential and commercial area, boasting profuse sunshine and a fertile landscape. The township is the center of a large kiwifruit...
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Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Say 'G'day' to one of the most beautiful cities in the world. Stroll along the world-famous Bondi and Watsons Beaches. Tour the Sydney Opera House on Bennelong Point, shop for Aboriginal art, or go on a photographic safari. This diverse land is home to crocodiles, koalas, emus, and, of course, kangaroos.
Say 'G'day' to one of the most beautiful cities in the world. Stroll along the world-famous Bondi and Watsons Beaches. Tour the Sydney Opera House on Bennelong Point, shop for Aboriginal art, or go on...
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
In Tasmania, the 'stones are time' and so are the trees, which are believed to be the oldest living things on earth. This small island-state has preserved one-third of its land as nature reserves to keep its many ecological treasures safe. You might even spot a platypus, a penguin, or even a Tasmanian Devil.
In Tasmania, the 'stones are time' and so are the trees, which are believed to be the oldest living things on earth. This small island-state has preserved one-third of its land as nature reserves to...
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
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The vast majority of South Australia's 1.4 million people live in this capital city. Adelaide enjoys a Mediterranean climate, and is home to miles of fine sandy beaches. Sample the fine wines and the...
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
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Hobart is the state capital and the largest city in Tasmania. Perched on the southeast part of the island, Hobart offers many historic buildings, cultural events, and scenic views to delight visitors...
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Say 'G'day' to one of the most beautiful cities in the world. Stroll along the world-famous Bondi and Watsons Beaches. Tour the Sydney Opera House on Bennelong Point, shop for Aboriginal art, or go on a photographic safari. This diverse land is home to crocodiles, koalas, emus, and, of course, kangaroos.
Say 'G'day' to one of the most beautiful cities in the world. Stroll along the world-famous Bondi and Watsons Beaches. Tour the Sydney Opera House on Bennelong Point, shop for Aboriginal art, or go on...