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The lowest currently-tracked fare for this sailing is $1,957 for an Inside cabin. Pricing is updated daily.

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When does the Anthem of the Seas sail and return on this itinerary?

The Anthem of the Seas departs on December 19th, 2026 and returns 9 nights later.

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Royal CaribbeanAnthem of the Seas

Anthem of the Seas
December 19, 2026

9-Night New Zealand Holiday aboard Anthem of the Seas · Departing December 19, 2026 from the Port of Sydney, Australia.

Interior from$1,957/ guest

// AT A GLANCE

This 9-night cruise aboard the Anthem of the Seas departs from Sydney, Australia on Saturday, December 19, 2026 and returns on Monday, Dec 28th. December weather across this route averages 86°/53°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 8.4 out of 10 — Sydney (8.0), Bay Of Islands (9.1), Auckland (8.0), Tauranga (8.6).

ITINERARY SAFETY SCORE

SAFE TIER

Safer than 84% of all cruises

Ranked across every sailing in our database.

LEAST SAFESAFEST

FULL BREAKDOWN →

night cruise

Sat → Mon

Sydney

departure port

Australia

port stops

Holiday

sea days

Day 2

// ON THIS PAGE10 SECTIONS

01Roll Call↓02Cruise Price Tracker↓03Itinerary map↓04Cruise ports↓05Weather↓06Shore excursions↓07Safety score↓08Cruise ship↓09Cruise director↓10FAQ↓

// WHO'S ONBOARD YOUR CRUISE

Anthem of the Seas December 19, 2026 Roll Call

7 SAVED THIS SAILING

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// 7 CRUISERS · LOCKED

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// 02 · CRUISE PRICE

Anthem of the Seas December 19, 2026 Price & Tracking

ANTHEM OF THE SEAS·DECEMBER 19, 2026

The graph below tracks historic price of the Anthem of the Seas cruise ship departing December 19, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,957 ($218 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,654 ($184 per night), this represents a recent increase of 18%.

// PRICE HISTORY · INSIDE

Last 6 months · refreshes daily

This cabin

Avg $1,659

LIVE RATE

INSIDE CABIN

Anthem of the Seas · December 19, 2026

$1,957

$218 per night · 9 nights

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18% above average

Avg $1,659

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Anthem of the Seas December 19, 2026 — recent price snapshots

Date

Inside

Oceanview

Balcony

Suite

Jun 9, 2026

$1,957

$2,258

$2,169

$4,784

Jun 7, 2026

$1,957

$2,258

$2,169

$4,784

Jun 6, 2026

$1,957

$2,258

$2,169

$4,759

Jun 4, 2026

$1,957

$2,258

$2,169

$4,759

Jun 3, 2026

$1,957

$2,258

$2,064

$4,759

Jun 3, 2026

$1,957

$2,118

$2,064

$4,739

Jun 1, 2026

$1,967

$2,275

$2,274

$4,570

May 31, 2026

$1,971

$2,279

$2,278

$4,574

May 30, 2026

$1,967

$2,275

$2,274

$4,520

May 28, 2026

$1,967

$2,275

$2,274

$4,520

// 03 · ITINERARY

9 Night New Zealand Holiday (Sydney Roundtrip) Cruise Map

Interactive Itinerary MapDECEMBER 19, 2026

The Anthem of the Seas sails on December 19, 2026 for a 9 Night New Zealand Holiday (Sydney Roundtrip) (Sydney Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Sydney, Australia at 4:00 PM and will return to the port of Sydney, Australia on Dec 28th at 5:30 AM. During the 10-day journey, the Anthem of the Seas will visit 3 additional ports and will spend 5 days at sea.

// CRUISE PORT SCHEDULE

Anthem of the Seas

DECEMBER 19, 2026

10 STOPSSCROLL FOR ALL ↓

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9 NIGHTS · 3 PORTS

ROUND-TRIP · SYDNEY

// 04 · PORTS

9 Night New Zealand Holiday (Sydney Roundtrip) Port List

Anthem of the Seas·December 19, 2026

DAY

EMBARKATION

SATURDAY·DEC 19

Sydney

Australia

ARRIVAL

DEPARTURE

—

4:00 PM

Sydney, Australia, offers docking at Circular Quay. Travelers explore Sydney Opera House and Bondi Beach. Excursions visit Blue Mountains. Local markets sell meat pies. The peak season, December to February, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures iconic landmarks and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes lamingtons, an Australian favorite. Souvenirs, like opal crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Aboriginal history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Sydney’s urban charm offers a vibrant Australian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of cultural landmarks and scenic coasts, making Sydney an engaging destination for exploration.

DECEMBER FORECAST

78°F avg · Avg

Excursion options Full port info

Bay Of Islands, New Zealand — Day 4 of Anthem of the Seas December 19, 2026 cruise

DAY

PORT 3

TUESDAY·DEC 22

Bay Of Islands

New Zealand

ARRIVAL

DEPARTURE

7:00 AM

6:00 PM

Bay of Islands, New Zealand, offers docking at Waitangi Port. Travelers explore Waitangi Treaty Grounds and Paihia. Excursions include dolphin-watching tours. Local markets sell hāngī. The peak season, December to February, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures historic sites and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes kumara, 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 water shoes enhance beach exploration. Bay of Islands’ coastal charm offers a vibrant New Zealand stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of cultural heritage and marine adventures, making Bay of Islands an engaging destination.

DECEMBER FORECAST

65°F avg · Avg

Excursion options Full port info

Auckland, New Zealand — Day 5 of Anthem of the Seas December 19, 2026 cruise

DAY

PORT 4

WEDNESDAY·DEC 23

Auckland

New Zealand

ARRIVAL

DEPARTURE

6:00 AM

6:00 PM

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.

DECEMBER FORECAST

63°F avg · Avg

Excursion options Full port info

Tauranga, New Zealand — Day 6 of Anthem of the Seas December 19, 2026 cruise

DAY

PORT 5

THURSDAY·DEC 24

Tauranga

New Zealand

ARRIVAL

DEPARTURE

8:00 AM

7:00 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.

DECEMBER FORECAST

62°F avg · Avg

Excursion options Full port info

Sydney, Australia — Day 10 of Anthem of the Seas December 19, 2026 cruise

DAY

DISEMBARKATION

MONDAY·DEC 28

Sydney

Australia

ARRIVAL

DEPARTURE

5:30 AM

—

Returning to Sydney — see Day 1 above for port info.

DECEMBER FORECAST

78°F avg · Avg

Excursion options Full port info

// 05 · WEATHER

9 Night New Zealand Holiday (Sydney Roundtrip) Weather Forecast

Anthem of the Seas·December 19, 2026

DEC FORECAST · SYDNEY

Historical monthly averages for travelers visiting this port.

78°

AVG · °F

Mostly sunny days

AVG HIGH

100°

AVG LOW

57°

AVG RAINFALL

2.8"

Source: 30-year historical climate averages via Open-Meteo

// YEAR-ROUND AT SYDNEY

Average monthly temperature and rainfall. Your sail month is highlighted.

AVG TEMP °FRAINFALL IN

// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS

Anthem of the Seas December 19, 2026 Excursions

Anthem of the Seas·December 19, 2026

From beach breaks and snorkeling to local food tours and cultural landmarks, these shore excursions help you make the most of every stop. Browse by port below to compare top-rated options and plan your day before you board.

// BROWSE BY PORT

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// 07 · SAFETY SCORE

Itinerary Safety Score

9 Night New Zealand Holiday (Sydney Roundtrip)

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 AVERAGE

SAFE TIER

LOWHIGH

Safer than 84% of all cruises

8.4/10 itinerary average · ranked across every sailing in our database.

LEAST SAFESAFEST

// HOW WE SCORE

Four signals, weighted by recency.

Scores combine recent crime reports, government travel advisories, Global Peace Index rankings, and port-specific security incidents. Refreshed monthly.

8.0 – 10.0

Safe — Low-risk; standard precautions apply.

6.5 – 7.9

Moderate — Generally safe with normal vigilance.

5.0 – 6.4

Caution — Stay alert; avoid certain areas after dark.

0 – 4.9

High caution — Significant risk; book guided excursions.

REFRESHED MONTHLY

// PORT-BY-PORT BREAKDOWN04 PORTS

01

Sydney 🇦🇺

Australia · AustraliaMODERATE

Travelers should remain vigilant against petty theft in tourist areas and nightlife districts while enjoying the overall safety of Sydney.

0.0/10

SAFETY SCORE

02

Bay Of Islands 🇳🇿

New Zealand · New ZealandSAFE

The Bay of Islands offers a safe environment for travelers with low crime rates, minimal commercial traffic, and sheltered anchorages.

0.0/10

SAFETY SCORE

03

Auckland 🇳🇿

New Zealand · New ZealandMODERATE

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

0.0/10

SAFETY SCORE

04

Tauranga 🇳🇿

New Zealand · New ZealandSAFE

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

0.0/10

SAFETY SCORE

// 08 · CRUISE SHIP

Anthem of the Seas Ship Overview

Specs & DetailsROYAL CARIBBEAN

ROYAL CARIBBEAN · QUANTUM

CHRISTENED

2015

STATEROOMS

2,102

TONNAGE

168,666GT

3.5% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 162,993 GT

YEAR BUILT

2015

5 YEARS NEWER· vs avg 2010

LENGTH

1,141ft

5.2% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 1,085 ft

PASSENGER COUNT

4,154cruisers

0.7% BELOW AVG· vs avg 4,184 cruisers

// ABOUT THE SHIP

The Anthem of the Seas has a construction date of 2015 and a total size of 168,666 gross tons. The ship measures 1,141 feet in length. Anthem of the Seas is included in Royal Caribbean's Quantum class. At full capacity, the Anthem of the Seas holds 4,154 passengers. That includes 2,654 cruise vacationers and 1,500 staff members. The Anthem of the Seas total number of staterooms is 2,102.

// INSIDE THE FULL SHIP PAGE

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// 09 · CRUISE DIRECTOR

Cruise Director

On duty at sail date·December 19, 2026

ON STAGE

CRUISE DIRECTOR · ANTHEM OF THE SEAS

Steve Knisley

Steve Knisley is a Royal Caribbean cruise director recognized for his calm leadership, professionalism, and clear onboard communication.

CONTRACT

ANTHEM OF THE SEAS

YOUR SAIL · DECEMBER 19, 2026

STARTS

May 10, 2026

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// 10 · FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs for yourAnthem of the Seas·December 19, 2026sailing

The lowest currently-tracked fare for this sailing is $1,957 for an Inside cabin. Pricing is updated daily — see the live price chart above for the latest snapshots.
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