Experience the adventure of a lifetime. Begin with the glamour of Los Angeles before boarding the Norwegian Bliss for a 19-night cruise through Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean. Explore ports such as Cabo San Lucas, Acapulco, Cartagena, and Jamaica, and marvel at the engineering wonder of the Panama Canal in daylight transit. Conclude your voyage in New York City—complete with a Broadway show and world-class sightseeing.
Activity Level 2
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Home pick up return within Auckland metropolitan area (if applicable).
Services of Travelwise Holidays Tour Leader throughout.
Return airfare Auckland-Los Angeles and New York-Auckland flying Air New Zealand.
Quality accommodation, share twin basis.
Los Angeles sightseeing including Griffith Observatory, Hollywood Walk of Fame, TCL Chinese Theatre, Beverly Hills, Rodeo Drive, Venice Beach boardwalk.
19-night Norwegian Bliss cruise departing Los Angeles with all main meals and entertainment plus pre-paid gratuities and applicable port charges.
Visit Mexico, Guatemala, Costa Rica, Panama, Colombia, Jamaica, Florida and New York.
New York sightseeing including Central Park, Harlem, Apollo Theatre, Museum Mile, Rockefeller Centre, St Patrick's Cathedral, 5th Avenue and Top of the Rock.
A Broadway show (show to be confirmed).
Metropolitan Musem of Art visit.
SUN 11 OCT – AUCKLAND/LOS ANGELES
Depart Auckland on Air New Zealand NZ6 at 8.10pm, arriving in Los Angeles at 12.15pm. Enjoy your afternoon at leisure before a welcome dinner. Stay at Courtyard by Marriott Long Beach Downtown for 2 nights. Included: D
MON 12 OCT – LOS ANGELES SIGHTSEEING
See the iconic sights of Los Angeles including Griffith Observatory, Hollywood Walk of Fame, TCL Chinese Theatre, Beverly Hills, Rodeo Drive and Venice Beach boardwalk. Evening is at leisure. Included: B
TUES 13 OCT – LOS ANGELES/CRUISE
A leisurely morning then transfer to the port for embarkation on Norwegian Bliss for your 19 night cruise. Included: B, D
WED 14 OCT – AT SEA
Included: B, L, D
THURS 15 OCT – CABO SAN LUCAS, MEXICO
Set off on a Cabo cruise and experience the jewel of the Baja Peninsula. Explore this unique locale where stunning azure waters meet dramatic desert landscapes. Cruise to the peninsula's southern tip and take in Cabo's signature landmark, El Arco ("The Arch"), a rock formation at the tip of "Land's End," or head offroad on a UTV ride through the Mexican Outback. Relax at one of the area's luxurious beach bars, or take a leisurely stroll through local markets. Make your adventure truly your own, with a variety of Norwegian itineraries for an unforgettable Cabo cruise. Included: B, L, D
FRI 16 OCT – AT SEA
Included: B, L, D
SAT 17 OCT - ACAPULCO, MEXICO
As one of Mexico's oldest coastal tourist destinations, Acapulco has much to offer both tourist and traveller. Shop, swim or simply take a siesta on the beach. But be sure not to miss the legendary La Quebrada cliff divers. Included: B, L, D
SUN 18 OCT - AT SEA
Included: B, L, D
MON 19 OCT - PUERTO QUETZAL, GUATEMALA
This port city was constructed in 1984 to help connect nearby cities. Travellers often venture out to Antigua, a 90-minute trek to where 17th century colonial facades beckons and Guatemalan history comes alive. Included: B, L, D
TUES 20 OCT - AT SEA
Included: B, L, D
WED 21 OCT - PUNTARENAS (PUERTO CALDERA), COSTA RICA
Just a few miles from Puerto Caldera is Puntarenas, where stunning beaches, an array of wildlife, and streets lined with restaurants, bars and cafés await. Carara National Park is a must for nature lovers and features ancestral trees and secondary forests, perfect for spotting wildlife such as crocodiles and 400-plus species of birds, including colourful scarlet macaws. Or, switch gears and party with the locals at Jaco, about 30 miles south. There, find sun, fun and sand with plenty of bars and places to grab a bite. Included: B, L, D
THURS 22 OCT - AT SEA
Included: B, L, D
FRI 23 OCT - PANAMA CITY (PACIFIC CRUISE TERMINAL), PANAMA
A vibrant metropolis, historic city and your gateway to tropical adventures - Panama City has it all and it's all waiting for you to discover. Founded in 1519, Panama City is the oldest continuously occupied European settlement on the Americas' Pacific Coast. Lose yourself in the region's dramatic past while touring historic sites intertwined among the buzzing cosmopolitan atmosphere. Visit the world-famous Panama Canal or feel a world away lounging on a pristine beach or hiking among lush rainforest that's home to an assortment of colourful flora and fauna. Included: B, L, D
SAT 24 OCT - DAYLIGHT TRANSIT PANAMA CANAL
Experience one of the world's best short cuts! Journey 40 miles through the Panama Canal for an unforgettable experience. Witness first-hand one of the world's manmade short cuts that has changed travel and the transport of goods worldwide. Included: B, L, D
SUN 25 OCT - CARTAGENA, COLOMBIA
The old walled city of Cartagena reflects a turbulent history of conquistadors and pirates. Climb "las murallas" for an unforgettable view of the harbour. Shop for emeralds and leather goods along the cobblestone streets of this enchanting city. Included: B, L, D
MON 26 OCT - AT SEA
Included: B, L, D
TUES 27 OCT - FALMOUTH, JAMAICA
With white sandy beaches, crystal clear water and blue skies, it's easy to relax in Jamaica. Aside from breathtaking beaches, Falmouth is also known for its 19th century Georgian architecture. The most popular dish on the island is cooked with jerk. Jerk, native to Jamaica, is a zesty mixture of spices that's used as a rub to flavour meats, seafood and shellfish. Included: B, L, D
WED 28 OCT - AT SEA
Included: B, L, D
THURS 29 OCT - MIAMI, FLORIDA
Miami's amazing medley of cultures and flashy urban settings makes it a scene to be seen. Visit the trendy Art Deco district of South Beach, Calle Ocho in Little Havana, the super-upscale neighbourhoods of Coconut Grove and Coral Gables and the unique ecosystem of the Everglades. Included: B, L, D
FRI 30 OCT - AT SEA
Included: B, L, D
SAT 31 OCT - AT SEA
Included: B, L, D
SUN 01 NOV - DISEMBARK CRUISE NEW YORK/NEW YORK SIGHTSEEING
Your cruise ends with breakfast onboard this morning. Upon disembarkment enjoy a sightseeing tour of New York including the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, and the National 9/11 Memorial & Museum. Dinner tonight at Gayle’s Broadway Rose featuring aspiring New York Broadway performers as singing waiters. Stay at Hotel Edison, Times Square for 4 nights. Included: B, D
MON 02 NOV - NEW YORK SIGHTSEEING
Today’s sightseeing takes in Central Park, Harlem where you’ll view the Apollo Theatre, Museum Mile, Rockefeller Centre, St. Patrick’s Cathedral, 5th Avenue and Top of the Rock. The remaining afternoon is at leisure with freedom dining tonight. Included: B
TUES 03 NOV - BROADWAY SHOW
Enjoy a leisurely day before meeting in the hotel lobby at 4pm. Walk to pre-theatre dinner in Times Square before heading to see a Broadway Show (show to be confirmed). Included: B, D
WED 04 NOV - FREE DAY
Today is a free day. Explore Times Square, head to the Empire State Building for magical views across the city or enjoy getting to know the neighborhoods around the hotel like a local with their free daily walking tours and socializing with fellow guests at the complimentary wine hours. Included: B
THURS 05 NOV - NEW YORK/AUCKLAND
Morning visit to the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Enjoy lunch at the museum (own expense) before transferring to JFK Airport for your Air New Zealand flight NZ departing 7.20pm.
Included: B
SAT 07 NOV - AUCKLAND
Arrive in Auckland at 7.30am.
Deposit: $3000pp
Balance Payment Due: 11 Jun 2026. Tours may still be booked after the balance payment date, unless the tour shows as sold out. Please ask us about last minute availability.
