What is included in the cruise fare?

Standard cruise fares include your cabin, onboard meals at main dining venues, most non-specialty entertainment, use of pools and common facilities, and transport between ports of call. Gratuities, specialty dining, alcoholic drinks, shore excursions and onboard spa services are typically billed separately.

How far in advance should I book this cruise?

For popular sailings, booking 6–12 months ahead typically gives the best cabin selection and fares. Last-minute discounts can appear 30–60 days before departure when the cruise line wants to fill remaining cabins on HANSEATIC Spirit.

What documents do I need to board?

Most international itineraries require a passport valid for at least six months beyond your return date. Closed-loop sailings that depart and return to the same U.S. port from Lyttelton (Christchurch) New Zealand may accept a government-issued photo ID plus a certified birth certificate for U.S. citizens — always verify with the cruise line.

Can I change or cancel my booking?

Change and cancellation policies depend on Hapag-Lloyd Cruises's fare type and how close you are to departure. Refundable deposits typically allow changes up to the final-payment date without penalty; closer to sailing, cancellation fees scale up. Review the specific fare rules before booking.

What is a 17-night cruise like?

A 17-night cruise balances relaxing sea days with active port days. You can expect a mix of onboard programming — dining, entertainment, spa and fitness — and multiple shore excursions from HANSEATIC Spirit. Pack for both formal nights and casual deck days.

HANSEATIC Spirit 17-night New Zealand and New Caledonia: the power of nature in a new dimension - Christchurch to Noumea from Lyttelton (Christchurch) New Zealand, Mar 5, 2027

Hapag-Lloyd Cruises · HANSEATIC Spirit · Mar 05, 2027 – Mar 22, 2027

Visit Lyttelton (Christchurch) New Zealand, Fiordland National Park, Stewart Island, Dunedin/New Zealand, Akaroa and 9 more ports

Departure Lyttelton (Christchurch) New Zealand

Return Noumea

Duration 17 Nights

From $9671 pp

Itinerary

Day 1

Lyttelton (Christchurch) New Zealand Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 7:00 PM
Day 2

At Sea Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 3

Fiordland National Park Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 4

Stewart Island Arrives 1:00 PM · Departs 6:00 PM
Day 5

Dunedin/New Zealand Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 6

Akaroa Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 4:00 PM
Day 7

Wellington Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 6:00 PM
Day 8

Picton Arrives 7:00 AM · Departs 4:00 PM
Day 9

At Sea Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 10

Mount Maunganui Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 6:00 PM
Day 11

Auckland, New Zealand Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 12

Bay of Islands, New Zealand Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 5:00 PM
Day 13

At Sea Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 14

Norfolk Islands, Australia Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 15

At Sea Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 16

Lifou Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 17

Ile des Pins Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 18

Noumea Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM

Cabin Prices

Prices as of 2026-10-20.

Prices per person, based on double occupancy in USD.

Ocean View $9671

Balcony $10991

Suite $24057

Ports of Call

Lyttelton (Christchurch) New Zealand
Fiordland National Park
Stewart Island
Dunedin/New Zealand
Akaroa
Wellington
Picton
Mount Maunganui
Auckland, New Zealand
Bay of Islands, New Zealand
Norfolk Islands, Australia
Lifou
Ile des Pins
Noumea

About This Cruise

17-night Hapag-Lloyd Cruises HANSEATIC Spirit cruise from Lyttelton (Christchurch) New Zealand to Fiordland National Park, Stewart Island, Dunedin/New…

Cruise Line Hapag-Lloyd Cruises

Ship HANSEATIC Spirit

Frequently asked questions

What is included in the cruise fare?: Standard cruise fares include your cabin, onboard meals at main dining venues, most non-specialty entertainment, use of pools and common facilities, and transport between ports of call. Gratuities, specialty dining, alcoholic drinks, shore excursions and onboard spa services are typically billed separately.
How far in advance should I book this cruise?: For popular sailings, booking 6–12 months ahead typically gives the best cabin selection and fares. Last-minute discounts can appear 30–60 days before departure when the cruise line wants to fill remaining cabins on HANSEATIC Spirit.
What documents do I need to board?: Most international itineraries require a passport valid for at least six months beyond your return date. Closed-loop sailings that depart and return to the same U.S. port from Lyttelton (Christchurch) New Zealand may accept a government-issued photo ID plus a certified birth certificate for U.S. citizens — always verify with the cruise line.
Can I change or cancel my booking?: Change and cancellation policies depend on Hapag-Lloyd Cruises's fare type and how close you are to departure. Refundable deposits typically allow changes up to the final-payment date without penalty; closer to sailing, cancellation fees scale up. Review the specific fare rules before booking.
What is a 17-night cruise like?: A 17-night cruise balances relaxing sea days with active port days. You can expect a mix of onboard programming — dining, entertainment, spa and fitness — and multiple shore excursions from HANSEATIC Spirit. Pack for both formal nights and casual deck days.