Voyage to the Vineyards - A Suite Life
Fully Escorted onboard Celebrity Edge
Sail through New Zealand’s most spectacular landscapes on Voyage to the Vineyards, an exclusive Cruise Express hosted departure aboard Celebrity Edge, where world-class cruising meets celebrated wine experiences. This carefully curated journey invites you to relax, unwind and indulge as dramatic fjords, vibrant coastal cities and renowned wine regions unfold around you, complemented by specially curated wine inclusions and enriching onboard experiences designed for lovers of fine travel and exceptional vintages.
Guests will experience The Retreat® – Celebrity’s most elevated holiday experience – combining every stunning suite with access to a private restaurant, exclusive lounge and dedicated sundeck designed to rival the world’s finest resorts. From premium beverages and Wi-Fi to thoughtful amenities and personalised service delivered by a dedicated team focused on every detail, The Retreat creates a seamless and refined way to explore New Zealand in complete comfort.
With fares and inclusions available exclusively through Cruise Express, this hosted sailing offers a rare opportunity to enjoy suite-class luxury, exclusive wine experiences and the ease of travelling with like-minded guests – all while discovering one of the world’s most beautiful destinations in truly elevated style.
Your journey includes:
Departs 19 November 2026 - 12 nights
- 12 night cruise aboard Celebrity Edge in your choice of suite including all main meals, gratuities and entertainment
- Premium drinks package
- Premium Wi-Fi
- Dedicated butler service for every suite
- Access to Luminae restaurant
- Access to the exclusive Retreat Lounge
- Access to the private Retreat sundeck and pool
- Priority embarkation and a separate check-in area
- Wine-themed shore tours with local experts in Christchurch and Auckland
- Welcome aboard cocktail function
- Onboard wine tasting experience
- Cruise Express Tour Manager – Hardy Schneider
The Retreat - Suite life. Elevated
Cruise in a Sky or Aqua Sky Suite for additional benefits
- Exclusive spaces: A private sundeck with pool, hot tub and lounge chairs, and the Retreat Lounge
- Dining: Luminae, a suite-only restaurant serving breakfast, lunch and dinner
- Dedicated service: A dedicated Retreat concierge team to assist with shore excursion bookings, restaurant reservations and other requests
- Personalised services: Pre-cruise selection of personalised items such as pillow type and wine choice and a complimentary minibar stocked with soda and beer on embarkation day
- Enhanced experiences: Afternoon tea event hosted in The Retreat Lounge or
Michael’s Club, premium bath and body products crafted exclusively for The Retreat, reserved theatre seating on Evening Chic nights and Complimentary beach towel service, shoeshine service, use of an umbrella, and binoculars
Package Fares
from: $12,290* pp twin
from: $22,990* solo
from: $13,990* pp twin
from: $26,490* solo
Stateroom images are representative of staterooms in that category and type. Some rooms in the same category may have different furniture configurations and/or facilities.
To enquire call 1300 766 537 or complete the form below
Voyage to the Vineyards - A Suite Life 2026
IMPORTANT INFORMATION: A non-refundable deposit of $1000 per person is required at the time of booking to secure your place on this departure. Full payment must be received by 07 August 2026. Failure to pay the balance by the due date may result in cancellation and loss of deposit. This departure is fully intended to be hosted/escorted by a Cruise Express Tour Manager. However, the escorted component is subject to minimum group numbers. Should minimum numbers not be met, the cruise will still operate as booked, but may proceed without an onboard escort. No compensation or refund will be payable should the escorted component not operate. All bookings are subject to Celebrity Cruises’ terms and conditions, including their onboard rules, and conditions of carriage. In the event of any inconsistency, Celebrity Cruises’ terms and conditions will prevail. Cruise Express reserves the right to make changes to the onboard program, inclusions, escorting arrangements or pricing where necessary due to operational, commercial or safety reasons. Any changes will be communicated as soon as practicable. Cancellation fees apply from the time of booking. In addition to the loss of your non-refundable deposit, further cancellation fees will be applied as follows (percentages are based on total fare paid to Cruise Express). Cancellation 07 Aug - 05 Sep: 25% | 06 - 19 Sep: 50% | 20 Sep - 19 Oct: 75% | 20 Oct until departure: 100% Comprehensive travel insurance is strongly recommended at the time of booking and paying your deposit, including cover for cancellation, medical expenses, and unforeseen circumstances. Cruise Express acts as a booking agent only and is not responsible for the acts, omissions or insolvency of third-party suppliers, including but not limited to cruise lines, airlines, hotels or tour operators.
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