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 19-night cruise like?

A 19-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 19-night New Zealand: great contrasts at the end of the world - Lyttelton (Christchurch) to Auckland from Lyttelton (Christchurch) New Zealand, Feb 24, 2028

Hapag-Lloyd Cruises · HANSEATIC Spirit · Feb 24, 2028 – Mar 04, 2028

Visit Lyttelton (Christchurch) New Zealand, Dunedin/New Zealand, Stewart Island, Fiordland National Park, New Plymouth / New Zealand and 4 more ports

Departure Lyttelton (Christchurch) New Zealand

Return Wellington

Duration 19 Nights

From $13616 pp

Itinerary

Day 1

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

Dunedin/New Zealand Arrives 11:00 AM · Departs 7:00 PM
Day 3

Stewart Island Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 5:00 PM
Day 4

Fiordland National Park Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 5

At Sea Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 6

New Plymouth / New Zealand Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 7

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

Cruising in Queen Charlotte Sound Arrives 12:30 PM · Departs 7:00 PM
Day 9

Kaikoura Bay Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 10

Wellington Arrives 7:30 AM · Departs 6:00 PM

Cabin Prices

Prices as of 2026-10-19.

Prices per person, based on double occupancy in USD.

Ocean View $13616

Balcony $16066

Suite $24518

Ports of Call

Lyttelton (Christchurch) New Zealand
Dunedin/New Zealand
Stewart Island
Fiordland National Park
New Plymouth / New Zealand
Kaiteriteri
Cruising in Queen Charlotte Sound
Kaikoura Bay
Wellington

About This Cruise

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

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 19-night cruise like?: A 19-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.