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Explore the top-rated Wellington small ship cruises below.  Adventure Life works with all the top-rated small ship cruise lines visiting Wellington, and we help match you with the perfect small ship and cruise itinerary for your specific tastes and needs. There are countless advantages to exploring on a small ship cruise versus a large cruise ship including avoiding crowds and being able to visit and explore smaller ports and scenic shorelines that large ships simply cannot access. The cost of Wellington small ship cruises start at $6,480 for a trip of 8 to 17 days in 2023. Tell us about your dream Wellington small ship cruise and our team of travel planners will help you make it a reality.  
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Cascading waterfall in the Milford Sound
$8,950
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Expedition to the Albatross Latitudes: The Subantarctic & Chatham Islands

17 Day Itinerary aboard Coral Geographer
  • Explore Dusky and Doubtful Sounds
  • Discover Subantarctic islands
  • Spend time on Chatham Islands
  • Spot incredible wildlife
Starts / Ends:
Queenstown / Wellington
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
AboardCoral Geographer, discover why these islands are part of New Zealand’s Subantarctic UNESCO World Heritage site. Each wilderness experience is guided by our knowledgeable expedition team, as you spot rare birds, hike through wonderful fields of mega herbs and encounter numerous species …
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Auckland, the City of Sails
$8,200
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Auckland to Sydney

15 Day Itinerary aboard Silver Muse
  • Explore Auckland, the City of Sails
  • Visit Auckland Art Gallery
  • Discover Gisborne's history
  • Visit Wellington, seaside capital
Starts / Ends:
Auckland / Sydney
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Spa Relaxation, Whale Watching
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Join Silver Muse on this 15-day cruise from Auckland to Sydney aboard Silver Muse. Begin your journey on the beachy recreation of Auckland, aka the City of Sails. Then off to the titanic scenery spots such as Gisborne and Napier before getting to Wellington, which was voted the "coolest capital" by …
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Beautiful view of Akaroa
$6,480
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New Zealand’s Fiordland

Wellington - Dunedin - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Laperouse
  • Visit the ‘Sound of Silence’
  • Marvel at Fiordland National Park
  • Discover and explore New Zealand
  • Enjoy the marine life of Kaikoura
  • Encounter Hector’s Dolphins
Starts / Ends:
Wellington / Dunedin
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Spa Relaxation, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Embark on an 8-day adventure trip aboard Le Laperouse to explore New Zealand's South Island, home to some of the world's most pristine wildlife and enchanting landscapes. Departing roundtrip from Wellington, cruise to the magnificent Fiordland National Park, an integral part of Te …
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Lake and mountains in Milford Sound, South Island, New Zealand
$7,054
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New Zealand & Australia Odyssey

Auckland - New Zealand - 17 Day Itinerary aboard Seabourn Odyssey
  • View Mt. Taranaki in the distance
  • Visit Christchurch, the Garden City
  • Sail along Fiordland National Park
  • See Milford Sound
Starts / Ends:
Auckland / Sydney
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Discover the wonders of New Zealand and Australia on this 16-day journey from Auckland to Sydney. Experience the city of two harbors in Auckland with its abundance of activities, from sailing to trekking. Visit New Plymouth a city located on the Taranaki Peninsula on the west coast of New …
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