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The P&O Cruises Island Discoveries Shore Tours Programme for Australian and New Zealand destinations introduces the fantastic range of organised shore tours available to enhance your P&O holiday experience. As some tours have limited numbers, you should book as early as possible.

Something for everyone

P&O Cruises have carefully compiled a fantastic range of tours in each port and there’s something to suit everyone. All tours are scheduled to ensure that you are returned to the ship before it sails. Once on board, the friendly Shore Tours staff will give an informative talk on the destinations you will visit on your cruise, and will be happy to assist with any queries.

Australia

Australia’s coastline is vast and diverse. Every destination boasts strikingly varied experiences – tropical rainforests, cosmopolitan cities and World Heritage wilderness areas. You can discover the history and culture, explore the natural wonders, or take off on a thrilling action-packed adventure.

Queensland

No wonder visitors to the “Sunshine State” agree that it’s made for holidays. From the Great Barrier Reef to the Gold Coast there is so much on offer. Action-packed outdoor activities and water sports, indigenous culture, charming country towns and a friendly relaxed lifestyle.

Melbourne

Melbourne is the nation’s style capital. Shop ‘til you drop, visit hallowed sporting venues, admire European architecture, wander through manicured gardens, tour galleries and museums and dine on gourmet cuisine. Further afield are verdant mountain ranges, wineries, penguin colonies and wildlife sanctuaries.

Tasmania

Tasmania is truly a state of inspiration. National parks and World Heritage listed areas cover over 30% of this beautiful island. The colonial past is ever present in Hobart’s lively docks, Launceston’s formal streetscapes and the haunting prison at Port Arthur.

Sydney

Sydney Harbour is the focus of Australia’s most exciting city. Iconic landmarks abound and the Harbour Bridge, Opera House and Darling Harbour are magnets for visitors. There are endless diversions – harbour cruising, designer boutiques, world class restaurants, famous beaches, wildlife, the Blue Mountains and so much more.

New Zealand

Choose from an amazing selection of experiences across the North and South islands – intriguing Maori culture, thermal wonderlands, visits to family farms and homesteads, unique rail journeys, panoramic vistas, heartstopping adventures on land and water – this is the spirit of New Zealand.