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About Your Journey
From California to New York via the Panama Canal
Cross from America’s west coast to east on an incredible journey linking Los Angeles and New York. Sail aboard Norwegian Bliss through Mexico, Central America and the Caribbean, with a daylight transit of the legendary Panama Canal at the heart of the voyage. Finish with four nights in New York, complete with sightseeing, a Broadway show and time to explore the city for yourself.
Itinerary
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Depart Auckland at 8.10pm, arrive Los Angeles 12.15pm. Enjoy the afternoon at leisure before a welcome dinner. Stay Courtyard by Marriott Long Beach Downtown, 2 nights.
Included: D
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See some of LA’s best known sights including Griffith Observatory, Hollywood Walk of Fame, TCL Chinese Theatre, Beverly Hills, Rodeo Drive and Venice Beach.
Included: B
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Enjoy a leisurely morning before transferring to the port and boarding Norwegian Bliss for your 19 night cruise to New York.
Included: B, D
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Relax onboard as Norwegian Bliss cruises south towards Mexico.
Included: B, L, D
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Arrive in Cabo San Lucas, where dramatic desert landscapes meet the blue waters of the Baja Peninsula. El Arco and Land’s End are among the region’s best known landmarks.
Included: B, L, D
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A day to relax onboard Norwegian Bliss
Included: B, L, D
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Call at Acapulco, one of Mexico’s famous Pacific resorts, known for its beaches and legendary La Quebrada cliff divers.
Included: B, L, D
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Included: B, L, D
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Call at Puerto Quetzal, gateway to Guatemala’s Pacific coast and historic Antigua, renowned for its colonial architecture and rich history.
Included: B, L, D
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Included: B, L, D
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Discover Costa Rica’s Pacific coast, a region of beaches, tropical forests and abundant wildlife. Nearby Carara National Park is known for its remarkable birdlife, including colourful scarlet macaws.
Included: B, L, D
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Included: B, L, D
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Arrive in Panama City, where a modern skyline meets centuries of history and tropical landscapes.
Included: B, L, D
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Experience one of the great highlights of the journey as Norwegian Bliss makes a daylight transit of the Panama Canal, travelling approximately 40 miles between the Pacific and Atlantic oceans.
Included: B, L, D
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Call at colourful Cartagena, where the historic walled city, cobbled streets and centuries old architecture reveal a fascinating history of conquistadors and pirates.
Included: B, L, D
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Included: B, L, D
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Enjoy the tropical setting of Falmouth, known for its white sandy beaches, clear Caribbean waters and distinctive Georgian architecture.
Included: B, L, D
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Included: B, L, D
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Call at vibrant Miami, with its mix of cultures and neighbourhoods including South Beach’s Art Deco district, Little Havana, Coconut Grove and Coral Gables.
Included: B, L, D
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Included: B, L, D
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Disembark Norwegian Bliss and begin exploring New York with sightseeing including the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island and National 9/11 Memorial & Museum. Tonight, enjoy dinner at Gayle’s Broadway Rose. Stay Hotel Edison, Times Square, 4 nights.
Included: B, D
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Discover more of Manhattan including Central Park, Harlem, the Apollo Theatre, Museum Mile, Rockefeller Centre, St Patrick’s Cathedral, Fifth Avenue and Top of the Rock. The afternoon is at leisure.
Included: B
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Enjoy a leisurely day before a pre theatre dinner in Times Square and a Broadway show tonight.
Included: B, D
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A completely free day to explore New York your way.
Included: B
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Visit the Metropolitan Museum of Art this morning before transferring to JFK Airport for your evening flight home.
Included: B
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Arrive Auckland at 7.30am
One ocean to another through the heart of Panama.
Reserve your place on this unforgettable tour. Numbers are limited, so don’t delay.
Why you’ll love this trip
This is much more than a Panama Canal cruise, combining two great American cities with a 19 night voyage linking the Pacific and Atlantic. Travelwise takes care of flights, accommodation, transfers and sightseeing, while Norwegian Bliss carries you through Mexico, Central America and the Caribbean, with the daylight Panama Canal transit as a standout highlight. Four nights in New York, including a Broadway show and plenty of sightseeing, make for a fabulous finale.
Inclusions & Activities
Airfares: Return Economy class airfares Auckland to Los Angeles and New York to Auckland
Cruise: 19 night cruise onboard Norwegian Bliss from Los Angeles to New York, including all onboard meals, entertainment and gratuities
Accommodation: 2 nights Los Angeles and 4 nights New York in quality accommodation
Sightseeing: All sightseeing and attractions as shown, including a daylight Panama Canal transit, sightseeing in Los Angeles and New York with a Broadway show
Meals: Daily breakfasts plus lunches and dinners as specified
Transfers: Home pick up and drop off in Auckland Metro area
Tour Leader: Travelwise Tour Leader throughout, plus local guides
Pam Tothill, Tour Leader
Your Tour Leader
Pam Tothill
Pam Tothill is a friendly, well-travelled Tour Leader at Travelwise whose teaching background and lifelong wanderlust bring warmth and insight to every group. Her positive energy and attention to detail ensure every journey is comfortable and enriching.
Before you book, you should know
Activity Level 2: A balanced pace with more time exploring throughout the day. Suitable for travellers comfortable with longer walks, standing during sightseeing, independently boarding coaches, trains and boats, walking over some uneven surfaces. A good choice if you prefer: Getting out and about, with a steady but manageable pace.
Departure: 11 October 2026
Other Notes: This tour is now sold out.
For last minute availability and pricing, please get in touch today.
Insurance:
Comprehensive travel insurance is mandatory for this tour and must be in place by the final payment date. We recommend arranging cover when you pay your deposit, so you are protected from the time of booking. Please ask us if you need assistance arranging insurance.
