--- type: cruise schema_type: TouristTrip id: 0f9479ae-2683-481d-a233-56b2dcd2d810 slug: anthem-of-the-seas-9-night-sydney-wellington-2027-02-12 voyage_code: AN09K165 cruise_line: Royal Caribbean ship: Anthem of the Seas departure_date: return_date: nights: 9 embarkation_port: Sydney, Australia disembarkation_port: Sydney, Australia starting_price_usd: 1962.62 bookable: true last_updated: 2026-05-05T04:25:17Z --- # New Zealand > Royal Caribbean · Anthem of the Seas · Feb 12 – 21, 2027   (9 nights) ## Quick Facts | Attribute | Value | |-----------|-------| | **Cruise Line** | Royal Caribbean | | **Ship** | Anthem of the Seas | | **Duration** | 9 nights | | **Departure Date** | N/A | | **Return Date** | N/A | | **Embarkation Port** | Sydney, Australia | | **Disembarkation Port** | Sydney, Australia | | **Starting Price** | 1,963 USD per person | | **Voyage Code** | AN09K165 | ## Itinerary ### Day 1: Sydney, Australia **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 05:00 PM Sydney, capital of New South Wales and one of Australia's largest cities, is best known for its harbourfront Sydney Opera House, with a distinctive sail-like design. Massive Darling Harbour and the smaller Circular Quay port are hubs of waterside life, with the arched Harbour Bridge and esteemed Royal Botanic Garden nearby. Sydney Tower’s outdoor platform, the Skywalk, offers 360-degree views of the city and suburbs. ### Day 2: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 3: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 4: Wellington, New Zealand **Arrives:** 10:00 AM · **Departs:** 06:00 PM Wellington, New Zealand's capital, sits at the southern tip of the North Island, roughly the middle of the country. According to Maori legend, New Zealand's two main islands are associated with the god Maui; the South Island is his canoe and the North Island is the fish he caught. Wellington sits in that fish's mouth. Wellington is New Zealand's second-biggest city, after Auckland. Despite its smaller size, it has an abundance of cultural attractions like the National Library, National Archives,... ### Day 5: Napier, New Zealand **Arrives:** 07:00 AM · **Departs:** 04:00 PM On the eastern side of New Zealand's North Island sits Napier, in Hawke's Bay. The entire city was rebuilt in the Art Deco style following an earthquake in 1931, giving Napier the best collection of authentic Art Deco buildings on the planet. Known for its wine, Napier boasts a cafe culture enjoyed year-round thanks to its sunny, Mediterranean-like climate. Nearby you can find the world's largest colony of gannets – a sleek, white sea bird known for its dramatic plunge-dive fish-catching techn... ### Day 6: Tauranga,New Zealand **Arrives:** 10:45 AM · **Departs:** 05:45 PM It's hobbit enthusiast's dream come true in Tauranga. This town on the Bay of Plenty, perched on New Zealand's North Island, is just a short trek from the rolling hills of Waikato — this is where you'll find Hobbiton, the location that served as the Shire in the uber-popular "Lord of the Rings" movies. But the fantastic findings of Tauranga don't end there. Cruise to Tauranga and hike to the summit of nearby Mount Maunganui, an extinct volcano that offers panoramic views of the city and the Pa... ### Day 7: Bay Of Islands, New Zealand **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 05:00 PM Look up — the Bay of Islands is said to have the world's second bluest sky after Rio de Janeiro. Located on the northwestern coast of New Zealand's North Island, the sea here is also a beautiful shade of turquoise, dotted with 144 subtropical islands of the area. Cruise to Bay of Islands and check out Urupukapuka Island, where you can hike through Maori village sites or relax on the white-sand beach. Visit the Waitangi Treaty Grounds — this is the site where the treaty that made New Zealand ... ### Day 8: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 9: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 10: Sydney, Australia **Arrives:** 06:30 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Sydney, capital of New South Wales and one of Australia's largest cities, is best known for its harbourfront Sydney Opera House, with a distinctive sail-like design. Massive Darling Harbour and the smaller Circular Quay port are hubs of waterside life, with the arched Harbour Bridge and esteemed Royal Botanic Garden nearby. Sydney Tower’s outdoor platform, the Skywalk, offers 360-degree views of the city and suburbs. ## Pricing Prices shown are per person based on double occupancy in USD. | Cabin Type | Starting Price | |------------|----------------| | Inside | $1,963 | | Ocean View | $2,283 | | Balcony | $2,315 | | Suite | $3,264 | ## Cabin Options ### Inside Cabins **Interior Stateroom - Guaranteed** (Code: ZI) Interior Stateroom - Guaranteed **Studio Interior** (Code: 2W) Enjoy your vacation in the perfect space. Beds One full size bed. Size Stateroom: 101 sq. ft. **Interior Quad Gty** (Code: ZQ) High-definition screen that spans nearly floor to ceiling, providing real-time views of the ocean and destinations. Bedroom area with two twin beds that convert to Royal King, sitting area with sofa, and full bathroom. Stateroom: 166 sq. ft. ### Outside Cabins **Ocean View Balcony Quad Gty** (Code: XQ) Two twin beds that convert to Royal King, sitting area with sofa, full bathroom and private balcony. Stateroom: 198 sq. ft. Balcony: 55 sq. ft. **Oceanview Stateroom - Guaranteed** (Code: YO) Oceanview Stateroom - Guaranteed **Ocean View Quad Gty** (Code: YQ) Two twin beds that convert to Royal King, sitting area with sofa, and full bathroom. Stateroom: 182 sq. ft. ### Balcony Cabins **Ocean View Balcony** (Code: 4D) Experience a spectacular view for a memorable vacation. Beds Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed. One double sofa bed in staterooms. Size Stateroom: 198 sq. ft. Balcony: 55 sq. ft. **Ocean View Balcony** (Code: 1D) Experience a spectacular view for a memorable vacation. Beds Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed. One double sofa bed in staterooms. Size Stateroom: 198 sq. ft. Balcony: 55 sq. ft. **Ocean View Balcony** (Code: 2D) Experience a spectacular view for a memorable vacation. Beds Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed. One double sofa bed in staterooms. Size Stateroom: 198 sq. ft. Balcony: 55 sq. ft. **Studio Ocean View Balcony** (Code: 2F) Experience a spectacular view for a memorable vacation. Beds Single full size bed. Size Stateroom: 119 sq. ft. Balcony: 55 sq. ft. **Connecting Oceanview Balcony** (Code: CB) Experience a spectacular view for a memorable vacation. Beds Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed. Size Stateroom: 198 sq. ft. Balcony: 55 sq. ft. **Obstructed Ocean View Balcony** (Code: 1E) Enjoy the ocean sounds from your a private balcony and sitting area. Beds Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed. One double sofa bed in staterooms. Size Stateroom: 198 sq. ft. Balcony: 55 sq. ft. **Obstructed Ocean View Balcony** (Code: 2E) Enjoy the ocean sounds from your a private balcony and sitting area. Beds Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed. One double sofa bed in staterooms. Size Stateroom: 198 sq. ft. Balcony: 55 sq. ft. **Ocean View Balcony** (Code: 3D) Experience a spectacular view for a memorable vacation. Beds Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed. One double sofa bed in staterooms. Size Stateroom: 198 sq. ft. Balcony: 55 sq. ft. **Balcony Stateroom - Guaranteed** (Code: XB) Balcony Stateroom - Guaranteed ### Suite Cabins **Suite - Guaranteed** (Code: WS) Suite - Guaranteed **Junior Suite with Large Balcony** (Code: J1) Enjoy a great view from your spacious balcony. Beds Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed. One double sofa bed. One Pullman bed in staterooms. Size Stateroom: 276 sq. ft. Balcony: 161 sq. ft. **Junior Suite** (Code: J4) An incredible intimate suite with a great view. Beds Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed. One double sofa bed. One Pullman bed in staterooms. Size Stateroom: 267 sq. ft. Balcony: 81 sq. ft. **Grand Suite with Large Balcony - 1 Bedroom** (Code: GB) Enjoy a comfortable suite, larger balcony and extra perks. Beds Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed. One double sofa bed. Size Stateroom: 351 sq. ft. Balcony: 259 sq. ft. **Sky Junior Suite** (Code: JY) An incredible intimate suite with a great view, plus Sky Class suite benefits. Royal King bed (can convert to two twin beds). Bedroom area. Sitting area with sofa. Split bathroom with shower and tub. Up to 2 guests. Stateroom: 267 sq. ft. Balcony: 81 sq. ft. ## Ship Information ### Anthem of the Seas Anthem of the Seas® isn’t the same old song. It’s a Tri-State rally cry for all the thrill seekers, gourmet globetrotters and adventure aficionados. With spaces that transform on the fly, no other ship packs in more cutting edge experiences in one single day. Ripcord by iFly Experience the exhilaration of skydiving without ever leaving the deck onboard Anthem of the SeasSM, courtesy of RipCord by iFly®. For the first time ever, feel what it's like to fly, as you float on air within the safe confines of this groundbreaking simulator. It's a whole new thrill for thrill seekers of all kinds. *NOTE: Due to the popularity of Ripcord by iFLY and North Star, appointments not cancelled 12 hours in advance will be subject to a $25 no show fee. You may cancel your reservation through Royal iQ app on your mobile device or kiosks, or by visiting the Sports Desk on Deck 15 or Guest Services on Deck 4. North Star Take yourself to new heights with the jewel-shaped capsule that gently ascends over 300 feet above sea level. Breathtaking 360° views of the sea and our destinations make the North Star one of the most anticipated features on this ship. *NOTE: Due to the popularity of Ripcord by iFLY and North Star, appointments not cancelled 12 hours in advance will be subject to a $25 no show fee. You may cancel your reservation through Royal iQ app on your mobile device or kiosks, or by visiting the Sports Desk on Deck 15 or Guest Services on Deck 4. Transformative Venues Experience completely revolutionary spaces that transform from day to night. Play basketball, go roller skating and ride bumper cars at the SeaplexSM. Relax with a book at Two70°SM and come back at night for a spectacular aerial show. Innovative Staterooms Say hello to your home on the high seas – with upscale fabrics, contemporary art and stunning leather and wood finishes to provide a truly unmatched experience. Dining Discoveries Seek out more than 15 dining options like; Jamie's Italian by one of Britain's most famous food exports, Chef Jamie Oliver, Wonderland Imaginative Cuisine, Chops Grille American steakhouse, Izumi Japanese Cuisine and more... SHIP HIGHLIGHTS: Rest & Relaxation: Full-service VitalitySM Spa, State-of-the-art Fitness Center, 220-foot outdoor, poolside movie screen, Adults-only Solarium pool, a glass-canopied retreat*, Indoor pool with retractable roof and Whirlpools. *During inclement weather and select hours, the ship may permit the Solarium pool to be used by persons under age 16 provided they are directly supervised by a parent or guardian. Action & Advanture: Bumper cars, roller skating, basketball court, circus school and more at Seaplex, the largest indoor active space at sea. RipCord by iFLY®, the first skydiving experience at sea. North Star observation capsule, FlowRider® surf simulator and 30-foot high Rock Climbing Wall. Kids & Families: Complimentary Adventure Ocean® youth program, Royal Babies® and Royal Tots® program and H2O Zone kids' water park. Entertainment & Shopping: Casino Royale® with thousands of square feet of slots and tables. Two70° with nighttime aerial entertainment and an ice bar. Music Hall, an edgy venue for live music performances and entertainment venues. #### Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Passenger Capacity | 4,180 | | Crew | 1,500 | | Gross Tonnage | 167,800.0 | | Length | 1,141.0 ft | | Total Cabins | 2,098 | ## Onboard Amenities ### Food and Drink - **Vintages**: Whether it’s malbec, merlot, riesling or pinot grigio, you’re sure to find all your beloved reds or whites at Vintages wine bar. From France to Califo... - **English Pub**: If you’re looking to grab a pint, this fleetwide favorite is the spot. Pop-up musical performances keep the vibe here is as lively as London, and the ... - **Bionic Bar**: At Bionic Bar®, meet two robotic bartenders who know how to shake, stir, and mix up your night out. With moves as fluid as the Pimm’s in your cup, the... - **Solarium Bistro Restaurant**: Emphasizing fresh ingredients and Mediterranean flavors for breakfast, lunch and dinner, Solarium Bistro offers a bright and breezy gastronomic getawa... - **Pool Bar**: You don’t have to stray too far from your comfy poolside lounger to enjoy a cool and creamy piña colada, a tropical Mai Tai, a glass of bubbly, or you... ### Entertainment - **Arcade**: If you find yourself fleeing a gang of ghosts, saving deep space from invaders, or starting a dance revolution, you might be at the Royal Caribbean Ar... - **Aquanauts**: Bubbling science experiments. Dino-sized secrets just waiting to be uncovered. Adventurers ages 3 - 5 are engaged and entertained any time of day in t... - **SHUSH! Silent Party**: If you walk in and see a room full of people dancing in silence, you’ve come to the right place. Welcome to the Silent Party, where DJs battle it out ... - **Outdoor Movie Nights**: Why watch a movie inside? Lounge on the pool deck with an ocean breeze, the moon, and movie stars as big as all outdoors. The 220 square foot movie sc... - **Live bands**: It’s a great way to start an evening— or a mellow way to wind down the night. Our live music venues feature world-class musicians performing across th... ### Relaxation - **Pools**: The pool deck is the place to be. And each ship has several to choose from. Bask in the sun or relax in the shade while you sip a cool tropical cockta... - **Spa & Fitness Centre**: Emerge renewed, relaxed and rejuvenated at the Vitality℠ Spa. Professional spa products from acclaimed brands such as Elemis®, bliss®, La Thérapie and... - **Solarium**: Check your watch: It’s me time. Discover the Solarium, a relaxing indoor-outdoor retreat just for our adult guests. Perfectly positioned at the front ... ### Fitness - **Sports Court**: We’ll bring the balls — you bring your A game. Whether it’s a pick-up game or one-or-one, go all in for basketball and volleyball action at sea, but w... - **Pickleball**: Introducing pickleball at sea. Whether you’re a total beginner or pickleball pro, grab a paddle and take on America’s fastest-growing new sport — it’s... - **Table Tennis**: Get ready for a table tennis tourney unlike any other. Come solo or pair up for a back-and-forth battle at sea. - **Fitness Classes**: Start a healthy new habit or keep your fitness routine on track. VitalitySM Fitness Center© has an array of the most popular training classes includin... ### Other - **Sushi Making Class**: Learn how to prepare your own Far East feast during a sushi-making class, where our chefs will walk you through the basics of creating a hand-rolled s... - **Art Collection**: Park West Gallery, the largest art dealer in the world, brings you their unparalleled arts programming during your vacation. Join the Park West Art Te... - **Adventure Science Lab**: Fossil digs. Junior chemistry. Space Mud making. At the Adventure Science Lab at Adventure Ocean® there's no limit to the discoveries budding scientis... - **All Access Tour**: Go behind-the-scenes for a look at ship operations, and see how we bring the Royal Caribbean experience to life. Learn how dishes are prepared and whe... - **Jewelry Making**: Create handmade jewelry like a pro with new techniques and an array of eclectic beads and stones. ### Recreational - **Scrapbooking**: Turn your memories into something beautiful with a vacation scrapbook. Learn how to build themed pages with textured borders, cutouts and embellishmen... - **Guest Lectures**: From stargazing to meditation, and a ton of topics in between, you’ll hear experts from different fields give insights and offer new perspectives duri... ## Ports of Call ### Sydney, Australia *Coordinates: -33.8675, 151.207* Sydney, capital of New South Wales and one of Australia's largest cities, is best known for its harbourfront Sydney Opera House, with a distinctive sail-like design. Massive Darling Harbour and the smaller Circular Quay port are hubs of waterside life, with the arched Harbour Bridge and esteemed Royal Botanic Garden nearby. Sydney Tower’s outdoor platform, the Skywalk, offers 360-degree views of... ### Wellington, New Zealand *Coordinates: -41.2865, 174.776* Wellington, New Zealand's capital, sits at the southern tip of the North Island, roughly the middle of the country. According to Maori legend, New Zealand's two main islands are associated with the god Maui; the South Island is his canoe and the North Island is the fish he caught. Wellington sits in that fish's mouth. Wellington is New Zealand's second-biggest city, after Auckland. Despite its sma... ### Napier, New Zealand *Coordinates: -39.4917, 176.916* On the eastern side of New Zealand's North Island sits Napier, in Hawke's Bay. The entire city was rebuilt in the Art Deco style following an earthquake in 1931, giving Napier the best collection of authentic Art Deco buildings on the planet. Known for its wine, Napier boasts a cafe culture enjoyed year-round thanks to its sunny, Mediterranean-like climate. Nearby you can find the world's largest ... ### Tauranga,New Zealand It's hobbit enthusiast's dream come true in Tauranga. This town on the Bay of Plenty, perched on New Zealand's North Island, is just a short trek from the rolling hills of Waikato — this is where you'll find Hobbiton, the location that served as the Shire in the uber-popular "Lord of the Rings" movies. But the fantastic findings of Tauranga don't end there. Cruise to Tauranga and hike to the sum... ### Bay Of Islands, New Zealand *Coordinates: -35.1813, 174.199* Look up — the Bay of Islands is said to have the world's second bluest sky after Rio de Janeiro. Located on the northwestern coast of New Zealand's North Island, the sea here is also a beautiful shade of turquoise, dotted with 144 subtropical islands of the area. Cruise to Bay of Islands and check out Urupukapuka Island, where you can hike through Maori village sites or relax on the white-sand b... ## Booking Information - **Book This Cruise:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/anthem-of-the-seas-9-night-sydney-wellington-2027-02-12 - **Compare Prices:** CruisePirate compares prices across multiple booking channels - **Price Alerts:** Set up alerts for price drops on this sailing - **Support:** Contact our AI-powered cruise assistant for personalized recommendations ### Why Book with CruisePirate? - Real-time price comparison across booking channels - AI-powered cruise recommendations - Transparent pricing with no hidden fees - Expert cruise search and filtering --- ## Technical Metadata - **Canonical URL:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/anthem-of-the-seas-9-night-sydney-wellington-2027-02-12 - **Markdown URL:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/anthem-of-the-seas-9-night-sydney-wellington-2027-02-12.md - **API Endpoint:** https://cruisepirate.ai/api/cruises/anthem-of-the-seas-9-night-sydney-wellington-2027-02-12/ - **Primary Image:** https://images.cruisepirate.ai/v3/static/cruise-lines/royal-caribbean/anthem-of-the-seas/other/58998.webp - **Data Source:** CruisePirate Cruise Database - **Last Updated:** 2026-05-05 04:25:17 UTC