What ports does the Riviera visit on January 7th, 2027?

This itinerary visits the following ports: 1. Fremantle (perth), Australia, 2. Busselton (Margaret River), Australia, 3. Albany, Australia, 4. Esperance, Australia, 5. Adelaide, Australia, 6. Melbourne, Australia, 7. Picton, New Zealand, 8. Wellington, New Zealand, 9. Napier, New Zealand, 10. Gisborne, New Zealand, 11. Tauranga, New Zealand, 12. Auckland, New Zealand.

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Riviera

January 7, 2027

17 Night Tasman Sea Embrace

Riviera January 7, 2027

The Riviera January 7, 2027 cruise departs from Fremantle (perth), Australia. On this 17 Night Tasman Sea Embrace (Perth To Auckland) sailing, the Riviera will visit a total of 12 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The ship sets sail on Thursday, Jan 7th and returns on Sunday, Jan 24th, 2027.

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Departure Port

Fremantle

Australia

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Sea Days

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Riviera · January 7, 2027

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Riviera · January 7, 2027

The Riviera sails on January 7, 2027 for a 17 Night Tasman Sea Embrace (Perth To Auckland). The ship will depart the port of Fremantle (perth), Australia at 6:00 PM and will return to the port of Auckland, New Zealand on Jan 24th at 7:00 AM. During the 18-day journey, the Riviera will visit 11 additional ports and will spend 6 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

17 Night Tasman Sea Embrace (Perth To Auckland)

JAN07
Fremantle (perth), Australia
A: — - D: 6:00 PM
JAN08
Busselton (Margaret River), Australia
A: 6:00 AM - D: 3:00 PM
JAN09
Albany, Australia
A: 9:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
JAN10
Esperance, Australia
A: 8:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
JAN11
At Sea
A: — - D: —
JAN12
At Sea
A: — - D: —
JAN13
Adelaide, Australia
A: 6:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
JAN14
At Sea
A: — - D: —
JAN15
Melbourne, Australia
A: 6:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
JAN16
At Sea
A: — - D: —
JAN17
At Sea
A: — - D: —
JAN18
At Sea
A: — - D: —
JAN19
Picton, New Zealand
A: 8:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
JAN20
Wellington, New Zealand
A: 6:00 AM - D: 3:00 PM
JAN21
Napier, New Zealand
A: 6:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
JAN22
Gisborne, New Zealand
A: 6:00 AM - D: 3:00 PM
JAN23
Tauranga, New Zealand
A: 6:00 AM - D: 3:00 PM
JAN24
Auckland, New Zealand
A: 7:00 AM - D: —

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Cruise Ports

January 7, 2027 · 17 Night Tasman Sea Embrace (Perth To Auckland)

Day 1•Thursday, Jan 7

Fremantle (perth), Australia

Arrival: —•Departure: 6:00 PM

Fremantle (Perth), Australia, provides docking at Fremantle Port with excursions to Perth. Travelers explore Fremantle’s Maritime Museum and Perth’s Kings Park. Excursions visit Rottnest Island’s quokkas. Local markets sell meat pies. The peak season, December to March, brings warm weather for city tours. Photography captures colonial architecture and Swan River views. Dining onboard includes lamingtons, an Australian favorite. Souvenirs, like boomerangs, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Western Australia’s history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance park walks. Fremantle’s vibrant coastal charm offers a dynamic Australian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of maritime history, scenic landscapes, and urban culture, making Fremantle an engaging gateway to Perth and its surroundings.

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Day 2•Friday, Jan 8

Busselton (Margaret River), Australia

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: 3:00 PM

Busselton (Margaret River), Australia, docks at Busselton Jetty, 2 kilometers from town, with shuttles for 10-minute rides. Travelers visit the 1.8-kilometer jetty, the Southern Hemisphere’s longest. Excursions to Margaret River, 45 minutes south, offer wine tastings. Local markets sell olive oil. Peak season September to March; taxis 10-15 AUD. Dining includes marron at beach cafes. Souvenirs feature jarrah wood crafts.

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Day 3•Saturday, Jan 9

Albany, Australia

Arrival: 9:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Albany, Australia, docks at Princess Royal Harbour terminal in the industrial zone, 15 kilometers from downtown, with shuttles or taxis offering 20-minute transfers. The facility provides restrooms and information. Travelers visit the National ANZAC Centre, detailing the 1914 convoy's assembly and WWI history with interactive exhibits. Whale World Museum, at the former Cheynes Beach Whaling Station, explores 1960s operations with preserved equipment. Torndirrup National Park, 20 minutes south, features The Gap and Natural Bridge rock formations. Bald Head Island, accessible by ferry, offers coastal walks and kangaroo sightings. Local markets sell marron (freshwater crayfish) and wildflower honey. Peak season October to April; buses 5-10 AUD. Dining includes kangaroo steak at harborside pubs. Souvenirs feature Noongar art.

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Day 4•Sunday, Jan 10

Esperance, Australia

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Esperance, Australia, has docking at Esperance Port. Travelers explore Lucky Bay’s white-sand beaches. Excursions visit Cape Le Grand National Park. Local markets sell abalone. The peak season, December to March, brings warm weather. Photography captures kangaroos on beaches. Dining onboard includes barramundi. Souvenirs, like shell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover coastal ecology. Light clothing suits summer conditions. Esperance’s pristine shores offer a stunning Australian stop.

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Day 5•Monday, Jan 11

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Day 6•Tuesday, Jan 12

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Day 7•Wednesday, Jan 13

Adelaide, Australia

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 PM

Adelaide, Australia, docks at Port Adelaide Passenger Terminal in Outer Harbor, 23 kilometers northwest of the city center. The upgraded facility offers welcome centers, souvenir shops, free Wi-Fi, ATMs, and toilets, with a 2-minute walk to the railway station. Trains reach downtown in 40 minutes for 3 AUD. Barossa Valley, 90 minutes north, tours wineries like Jacob's Creek for tastings of shiraz and semillon. Kangaroo Island, 45-minute ferry plus drive, reveals seal colonies at Seal Bay and koala spotting in eucalyptus groves. Cleland Wildlife Park, 30 minutes away, feeds kangaroos and views platypus in bushland enclosures. Rundle Mall, city heart 15 minutes by train, hosts street performers and arcades selling opals. Glenelg Beach, 20 minutes south, provides tramside promenades and fish-and-chips. Dining includes pie floaters at pub counters. Souvenirs feature Aboriginal dot paintings. Peak season November to March; metro cards cost 10 AUD daily. Buses connect to airport 35 minutes away.

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Day 8•Thursday, Jan 14

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Day 9•Friday, Jan 15

Melbourne, Australia

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 PM

Melbourne, Australia, offers docking at Station Pier. Travelers explore Federation Square and Royal Botanic Gardens. Excursions visit Yarra Valley wineries. Local markets sell meat pies. The peak season, December to February, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures urban skylines and Port Phillip vistas. Dining onboard includes lamingtons, an Australian favorite. Souvenirs, like Aboriginal crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Wurundjeri history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Melbourne’s urban charm offers a vibrant Australian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of cultural landmarks and scenic vineyards, making Melbourne an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

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Day 10•Saturday, Jan 16

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Day 11•Sunday, Jan 17

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Day 12•Monday, Jan 18

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Day 13•Tuesday, Jan 19

Picton, New Zealand

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Picton, New Zealand, offers docking at Picton Port. Travelers explore Marlborough Sounds and Queen Charlotte Track. Excursions include wine-tasting in Blenheim. Local markets sell whitebait fritters. The peak season, December to February, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures fjord-like sounds and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes lamb, a Kiwi favorite. Souvenirs, like paua crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Maori history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while sturdy shoes enhance track hikes. Picton’s coastal charm offers a vibrant New Zealand stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of scenic waterways and wine regions, making Picton an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

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Day 14•Wednesday, Jan 20

Wellington, New Zealand

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: 3:00 PM

Wellington, New Zealand, offers docking at Wellington Port. Travelers explore Te Papa Museum and Mount Victoria. Excursions visit Weta Workshop. Local markets sell pavlova. The peak season, December to February, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures urban harbors and Cook Strait vistas. Dining onboard includes lamb, a Kiwi favorite. Souvenirs, like Maori crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Polynesian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Wellington’s cultural charm offers a vibrant New Zealand stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of modern museums and scenic lookouts, making Wellington an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

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Day 15•Thursday, Jan 21

Napier, New Zealand

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Napier, New Zealand, offers docking at Napier Port. Travelers explore Art Deco District and Hawke’s Bay wineries. Excursions visit Cape Kidnappers’ gannets. Local markets sell pavlova. The peak season, December to February, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Art Deco buildings and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes lamb, a Kiwi favorite. Souvenirs, like Maori crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Ngāti Kahungunu history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Napier’s cultural charm offers a vibrant New Zealand stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of architectural heritage and scenic vineyards, making Napier an engaging destination. (126 words)

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Day 16•Friday, Jan 22

Gisborne, New Zealand

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: 3:00 PM

Gisborne, New Zealand, offers docking at Gisborne Port. Travelers explore East Cape’s beaches and Maori cultural sites. Excursions visit Tairawhiti Museum’s Maori artifacts. Local markets sell manuka honey. The peak season, December to March, brings warm weather. Photography captures coastal cliffs and sunrise views. Dining onboard includes hangi, a Maori dish. Souvenirs, like jade carvings, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Maori heritage. Light clothing suits the temperate climate. Sturdy shoes enhance coastal walks. Gisborne’s cultural richness and scenic coast provide a vibrant New Zealand stop, immersing travelers in its Maori traditions.

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Day 17•Saturday, Jan 23

Tauranga, New Zealand

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: 3:00 PM

Tauranga, New Zealand, offers docking at Tauranga Port. Travelers explore Mount Maunganui and Rotorua’s geothermal sites. Excursions include Maori cultural tours. Local markets sell pavlova. The peak season, December to February, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures geysers and Bay of Plenty vistas. Dining onboard includes lamb, a Kiwi favorite. Souvenirs, like jade crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Maori history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while sturdy shoes enhance geothermal hikes. Tauranga’s cultural charm offers a vibrant New Zealand stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural wonders and indigenous heritage, making Tauranga an engaging destination. (126 words)

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Day 18•Sunday, Jan 24

Auckland, New Zealand

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: —

Auckland, New Zealand, offers docking at Auckland Port. Travelers explore Sky Tower and Waiheke Island. Excursions include Waitomo Glowworm Caves. Local markets sell pavlova. The peak season, December to February, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures urban harbors and Hauraki Gulf vistas. Dining onboard includes lamb, a Kiwi favorite. Souvenirs, like Maori crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Maori history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Auckland’s urban charm offers a vibrant New Zealand stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of modern landmarks and scenic islands, making Auckland an engaging destination. (126 words)

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Weather Forecast

Riviera - January 7, 2027 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Fremantle (perth), Australia

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January

Typical Weather

100°F

Average High

56°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.02in

Daily average

0.7 in monthly total

Shore Excursions

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Itinerary Safety Score

Based on comprehensive research of cruise port safety information, including recent crime reports, travel advisories, Global Peace Index rankings, and specific port security concerns, we've created a "safety score" for each cruise port stop. The overall rating below represents a combined score for your specific cruise itinerary.

Itinerary Safety Rank

85 / 100

safer than 85% of all cruises

/ 10

Fremantle

Fremantle is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates, but travelers should remain vigilant against petty theft in tourist areas.

/ 10

Busselton

Busselton offers a safe environment with low crime rates, allowing cruise travelers to explore independently with minimal risk.

/ 10

Albany

Albany, Australia, is generally safe for tourists, but caution is advised in less populated areas, especially at night.

/ 10

Esperance

Esperance offers a safe environment for travelers, with low crime rates and a need to be mindful of typical coastal natural hazards.

/ 10

Adelaide

Adelaide is a safe destination for cruise travelers, featuring low crime rates and strong public safety infrastructure.

/ 10

Melbourne

Melbourne offers a safe environment for cruise travelers, featuring low crime rates and a strong public safety infrastructure.

/ 10

Picton

Picton is a safe cruise port with low crime rates, but travelers should prioritize road safety and remain vigilant about environmental hazards.

/ 10

Wellington

Wellington is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates, allowing travelers to explore its attractions with minimal risk.

/ 10

Napier

Napier, New Zealand, offers travelers a safe experience with a low crime rate and well-maintained infrastructure for exploration.

/ 10

Gisborne

Gisborne is a safe cruise port with low crime rates, allowing travelers to explore the area confidently and enjoy its welcoming atmosphere.

/ 10

Tauranga

Tauranga, New Zealand, offers a low-crime environment and well-developed facilities, ensuring a safe experience for cruise travelers.

/ 10

Auckland

Auckland offers a generally safe environment for cruise travelers, but visitors should remain vigilant against petty crime in tourist areas.

Cruise Ship

⚓ Tonnage

66,000

vs avg 42,200

🛠️ Year Built

2,012

vs avg 2,003

📏 Length (ft)

824

vs avg 671

👥 Passenger Count

1,258

vs avg 882

The Riviera has a construction date of 2012 and a total size of 66,000 gross tons. The ship measures 824 feet in length. Riviera is included in Oceania’s Oceania class. At full capacity, the Riviera holds 1,258 passengers. That includes 458 cruise vacationers and 800 staff members. The Riviera total number of staterooms is 0.

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Itinerary FAQ

How many nights is the Riviera sailing on January 7, 2027?

This is a 17-night cruise itinerary departing from Fremantle (perth), Australia.

What ports does the Riviera visit on the January 7, 2027 cruise?

This route includes perth-australia, busselton-margaret-river-australia, albany-australia, esperance-australia, adelaide-australia, melbourne-australia, picton-new-zealand, wellington-new-zealand, napier-new-zealand, gisborne-new-zealand, tauranga-new-zealand, auckland-new-zealand.

How many sea days are included on this Riviera January 7, 2027 itinerary?

This itinerary includes 6 sea days.

Who is the cruise director for the Riviera sailing on January 7, 2027?

Cruise director assignment data is not currently available for this sail date.

How is the itinerary safety score calculated for this cruise?

The itinerary safety score combines port-level safety indicators such as travel advisories, local risk signals, and historical context into a single overall score for this specific route.

Can I track price drops for this Riviera itinerary?

Yes — use the price tracking opt-in on this page to get updates when cabin prices change for this sailing.