This November, Scenic Eclipse II will embark on its inaugural New Zealand voyages, giving travellers the opportunity to experience the Land of the Long White Cloud in unrivalled ultra-luxury. With exciting departures in 2024 and 2025, the spectacular Discovery Yacht will set a new benchmark for exploration and ultra-luxury cruising in the region, immersing guests in the ancient, natural and cultural wonders of New Zealand, with once-in-a-lifetime journeys and a suite of extraordinary experiences on offer.
The Scenic Eclipse ocean voyages have become renowned across the travel industry as providing ‘over and above’ guest experiences that elevate the exceptional all-inclusive offer. Scenic Freechoice excursions and curated Scenic Enrich experiences take guests behind the scenes in each destination, sharing the most spectacular surrounds with private access and immersive moments. Guests may opt to further elevate their journey, soaring high above New Zealand’s inspiring landscapes in one of Scenic Eclipse’s two on-board helicopters^.
Travellers seeking an expansive, immersive Kiwi adventure, should consider New Zealand in Depth, an 18-day Cruise voyage from south to north departing 18 November 2024, visiting busy cities, historic ports, World Heritage-listed wonders and remote islands, all the while enjoying an indulgent time at sea. Scenic also offers the option to split this journey; travellers may opt for an 11-day voyage, Taste of New Zealand: Queenstown to Wellington, or an 8-day itinerary, Taste of New Zealand: Wellington to Auckland via Norfolk Island and the Bay of Islands.
For those with a love of island culture, Scenic’s Treasures of the Pacific: The Yasawas to New Zealand is an island-hopping Discovery voyage across the South Pacific, revealing the region’s stunning natural riches, strong local traditions and warm hospitality. Sailing from the paradise islands of Fiji, Scenic Eclipse II calls in at glamorous holiday spots and remote islands in Vanuatu, New Caledonia and Norfolk Island en route to New Zealand’s north, where it takes in the breathtaking beauty of the Bay of Islands, Waiheke Island and Auckland.
With only up to 228 guests on board and 114 luxurious suites, all with private verandahs and butler service, Scenic Eclipse II offers an unprecedented level of ultra-luxury on these New Zealand journeys. There are up to ten different dining experiences, ranging from casual to fine dining, as well as up to eight bars and lounges.
Anthony Laver, Scenic Group GM Sales & Marketing APAC said, “We are very proud to offer the Scenic Eclipse II ultra-luxury experience in the New Zealand region and welcome guest on board to explore beyond the horizon on the two state-of-the-art helicopters. We can’t wait to share the wonders of New Zealand with our guests as Scenic Eclipse II commences her maiden voyages in November, December and February, marking a new era in Discovery Yacht cruising in the region.”
Founded in Newcastle Australia, Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours has grown over its 38-year plus history to include award-winning river and ocean cruises and handcrafted land journeys that take guests to many of the world’s most fascinating destinations. Since 2008, Scenic has set the benchmark for truly all-inclusive, luxury 5-star river cruises in Europe and Southeast Asia. In 2019, the company introduced Scenic Eclipse, The World’s First Discovery Yacht™, followed in 2023 by its second yacht, Scenic Eclipse II. Scenic is part of Scenic Group, which includes Emerald Cruises, Mayflower Cruises & Tours and Evergreen Tours.
Discover the benchmark in ultra-luxury cruising on board Scenic Eclipse II in the New Zealand in 2024 & 2025. For more information visit scenic.com.au or refer to the Scenic Eclipse cruise calendar. To book, contact your local travel advisor or Scenic on 1300 492 847.
