Ovation of the Seas itinerary map for December 28, 2024 (10 nights)
Ovation of the Seas itinerary map for December 28, 2024 (10 nights)
10 nights · 5 ports
Round-trip · Sydney, Australia
Royal CaribbeanOvation of the Seas

Ovation of the Seas
December 28, 2024

10-Night New Zealand Holiday aboard Ovation of the Seas · Departing December 28, 2024 from the Port of Sydney, Australia.

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// AT A GLANCE

This 10-night cruise aboard the Ovation of the Seas departs from Sydney, Australia on Saturday, December 28, 2024 and returns on Tuesday, Jan 7th. December weather across this route averages 85°/50°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 8.5 out of 10, averaged across 5 ports.

ITINERARY SAFETY SCORE
8.5OUT OF 10
SAFE TIER
Safer than 85% of all cruises
Ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
FULL BREAKDOWN →
01
10
night cruise
Sat → Tue
02
Sydney
departure port
Australia
03
5
port stops
Holiday
04
5
sea days
Day 2
// ON THIS PAGE07 SECTIONS
03Itinerary map↓04Cruise ports↓05Weather↓06Shore excursions↓07Safety score↓08Cruise ship↓09FAQ↓
// 02 · CRUISE PRICE

Ovation of the Seas December 28, 2024 Price & Tracking

OVATION OF THE SEAS·DECEMBER 28, 2024

The graph below tracks historic price of the Ovation of the Seas cruise ship departing December 28, 2024. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $2,050 ($205 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $2,099 ($210 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 2%.

Ovation of the Seas cruise departing December 28, 2024 — 10-night itinerary. Current Inside Cabin price: $2,050 ($205 per night). Average price: $2,099.

// PRICE HISTORY · INSIDE
Last 6 months · refreshes daily
This cabin
Avg $2,098
LIVE RATE
INSIDE CABIN
Ovation of the Seas · December 28, 2024
$2,050
$205 per night · 10 nights
↓
2% below average
Avg $2,098 · You save $48

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// 03 · ITINERARY

10 Night New Zealand Holiday (Sydney Roundtrip) Cruise Map

Interactive Itinerary MapDECEMBER 28, 2024
The Ovation of the Seas sails on December 28, 2024 for a 10 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 Jan 7th at 5:30 AM. During the 11-day journey, the Ovation of the Seas will visit 4 additional ports and will spend 5 days at sea.
// CRUISE PORT SCHEDULE
Ovation of the Seas
DECEMBER 28, 2024
11 STOPSSCROLL FOR ALL ↓
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10 NIGHTS · 4 PORTS
ROUND-TRIP · SYDNEY
// 04 · PORTS

10 Night New Zealand Holiday (Sydney Roundtrip) Port List

Ovation of the Seas·December 28, 2024
Sydney, Australia — Day 1 of Ovation of the Seas December 28, 2024 cruise
DAY
1
EMBARKATION
SATURDAY·DEC 28

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
Picton, New Zealand — Day 4 of Ovation of the Seas December 28, 2024 cruise
DAY
4
PORT 3
TUESDAY·DEC 31

Picton

New Zealand
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
9:00 AM
5:00 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.

DECEMBER FORECAST
60°F avg · Avg
Tauranga, New Zealand — Day 6 of Ovation of the Seas December 28, 2024 cruise
DAY
6
PORT 5
THURSDAY·JAN 2

Tauranga

New Zealand
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 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
66°F avg · Avg
Auckland, New Zealand — Day 7 of Ovation of the Seas December 28, 2024 cruise
DAY
7
PORT 6
FRIDAY·JAN 3

Auckland

New Zealand
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
5:00 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
67°F avg · Avg
Bay Of Islands, New Zealand — Day 8 of Ovation of the Seas December 28, 2024 cruise
DAY
8
PORT 7
SATURDAY·JAN 4

Bay Of Islands

New Zealand
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
6:00 AM
4:00 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
69°F avg · Avg
// 05 · WEATHER

10 Night New Zealand Holiday (Sydney Roundtrip) Weather Forecast

Ovation of the Seas·December 28, 2024
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
78°JANFEBMARAPRMAYJUNJULAUGSEPOCTNOVDEC12-MONTH AVERAGE · DATA: 30-YEAR HISTORICAL
// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS

Ovation of the Seas December 28, 2024 Excursions

Ovation of the Seas·December 28, 2024

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
EMBEDDED · POWERED BY VIATOR

Browse shore excursions for each port on this Ovation of the Seas itinerary. Tours, activities, and transfers are provided by Viator.

Pricing & availability provided by Viator. Book directly from listing.
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// 07 · SAFETY SCORE

Itinerary Safety Score

10 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
0OUT OF 100
LOWHIGH
Safer than 85% of all cruises
8.5/10 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 BREAKDOWN05 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

Picton 🇳🇿

New Zealand · New ZealandSAFE

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

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
03

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
04

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
05

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
// 08 · CRUISE SHIP

Ovation of the Seas Ship Overview

Specs & DetailsROYAL CARIBBEAN
Ovation of the Seas
ROYAL CARIBBEAN · QUANTUM
CHRISTENED
2016
STATEROOMS
2,131
TONNAGE
168,666GT
3.5% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 162,993 GT
YEAR BUILT
2016
6 YEARS NEWER· vs avg 2010
LENGTH
1,138ft
4.9% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 1,085 ft
PASSENGER COUNT
4,180cruisers
ON PAR WITH AVG· vs avg 4,184 cruisers
// ABOUT THE SHIP

The Ovation of the Seas has a construction date of 2016 and a total size of 168,666 gross tons. The ship measures 1,138 feet in length. Ovation of the Seas is included in Royal Caribbean's Quantum class. At full capacity, the Ovation of the Seas holds 4,180 passengers. That includes 2,630 cruise vacationers and 1,550 staff members. The Ovation of the Seas total number of staterooms is 2,131.

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// 09 · MORE CRUISES

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// 09 · FAQ

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