Getaway to Picton

Pricing based on departure date: 29 August 2024

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When you need a break but have little time to spare, come away with us on a value-packed Classic P&O Short Break with main meals, accommodation included in your fare, and plenty of activities to keep everyone entertained.

The gateway to Marlborough Sounds on the South Island of New Zealand, Picton's waterfront claims one of the world's best water views. Enjoy Marlborough's famous wine region, surrounded by lush, rolling hills, or hike the Queen Charlotte Track taking in coastal forest, skyline ridges and the ever changing colours of the bay. Cruise the Sounds and visit Mistletoe Bay. Animal lovers will enjoy the Wildlife Sanctuary where native animals are rehabilitated and sheltered.

Sea Days

Book a P&O cruise and enjoy days and nights filled with entertainment, relaxation, and delicious cuisine. Our cruises offer unbeatable convenience, the freedom to customise every day of your holiday, and an experience you truly won’t find anywhere on land.

Your Ship: Pacific Explorer - Something for Everyone!

See why we love Pacific Explorer. Whiz down waterslides by day, enjoy great restaurants, bars and edgy stage shows at night.

When it comes to dining, you are spoilt for choice with 12 dining experiences all included in your cruise fare. Or treat yourself to something special at Luke's our amazing celebrity chef restaurant with Luke Mangan. Enjoy a mouth-watering signature burger at lunch or a delicious 3 course la carte dinner with the sunset. Or try our award winning pizza in 400 Gradi, in partnership with award-winning Melbourne chef, Johnny Di Francesco.

P&O’s stylish yet relaxed modern Australian interior designs make Pacific Explorer the perfect place to holiday.

What sets us apart from other cruise lines? Our commitment to innovative, fresh and fantastic food sourced through Australian farmers and suppliers. With a range of delicious dining experiences to choose from across the fleet, we're plating up everything from casual to connoisseur, so you can choose when, where and how you dine.

Auckland, Picton, Auckland

All fares are displayed in New Zealand Dollars and pricing is per person based on twin share occupancy unless stated otherwise. Although all due care is taken to keep information as up-to-date as possible, pricing and availability are subject to change without notice: due to varying timing schedules of supplier automated update processes; currency fluctuations; fuel surcharges or government tax & fee changes and may not be guaranteed until paid in full. Gratuities may be an additional onboard charge depending on particular cruise line selected. Please ask your cruise consultant for any clarification of Terms & Conditions.