Island Escape Cruises – Luxury Vanuatu and New Zealand holidays -
Vanuatu, Marlborough Sounds and Bay of Islands
Island Escape Cruises are leaders in luxury small ship cruising where you’ll discover a perfectly formed travel experience with cruises in Vanuatu and New Zealand. We invite you to come along cruising with us and be relaxed, be spoilt, be pampered and be totally amazed…
Whatever your ultimate luxury holiday ideal is, we have a range of exceptional cruises that include stunning wine regions, gorgeous coastlines, tropical white sand beaches, spectacular golf courses, luxurious staterooms and suites. Then of course, our outstanding food and fine wine, served by our renowned attentive crew who love to ensure you have that special holiday of a lifetime.
Vanuatu Luxury Cruise Holidays – New Booking Bonus

Experience the ultimate in Pacific Island luxury holidays aboard our small cruise ship, Island Passage. Cruise the islands of Vanuatu and enjoy the soft white sand beaches, the spectacular coral reefs, the warmth of the local people and savour the fine food prepared by our chefs while enjoying fine wine from our extensive cellar.
When you book and confirm for JUNE VANUATU CRUISES you will receive one of the following:
20-minute scenic helicopter flight from Port Vila
Conditions apply
Marlborough Sounds Wine Cruises

Cruise the spectacular Marlborough Sounds and meet some of New Zealand’s internationally renowned winemakers and sample award winning wines at their wineries. Or what about a whale watching experience? Get up close and personal with these giants of the deep in the internationally famous whale watching spot – Kaikoura. And then… relax and take in the beauty of the Marlborough Sounds from our luxury cruise ship or venture out into the many secluded bays in a kayak or our landing craft or maybe try your hand at a bit of fishing.
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Bay of Islands Cruises – Luxury, Natural Beauty and Adventure

New Zealand’s spectacular Bay of Islands is a haven for nature lovers and adventure seekers. Our luxurious small ship Island Passage and our crew will ensure you get the most out of this luxury experience. Stunning sea and coastal views, secluded bays, an abundance of sea-life and fascinating historic places all add to an unforgettable cruise. Snorkel, kayak or swim in these beautifully clear waters and if you like you can fish in some of the best fishing spots in the country. As a treat we will also take you on a helicopter scenic flight over the Bay of Islands – breath-taking!
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New Zealand Luxury Heli-Golf Holidays

How would you like to arrive at New Zealand’s most spectacular golf courses by helicopter and then after a round of golf return to your luxury small ship to try a spot of sport fishing? Or maybe you’d just like to relax aboard the small cruise ship with a sundowner before our chefs present the evening meal? This is the ultimate in golf holidays with all inclusive 7 or 10 day packages covering the best courses in New Zealand.
Find out more about our helicopter golfing holidays here:
Auckland and Hauraki Gulf Luxury Cruises

Right on New Zealand’s largest city’s doorstep are the stunning, sparkling waters of the Hauraki Gulf with its many secluded islands. If fine wines, fresh seafood, historic places, galleries, stunning isolated beaches and rare wildlife sound appealing then this luxury cruise is for you. Add in swimming, hiking, kayaking, or fishing for the more adventurous or you may prefer to just relax on board our spacious small ship with a cool drink and a good book while taking in the beauty of the islands of the gulf.
Find out more about our luxurious Auckland and Hauraki Gulf cruises here:
EARLY BIRD SAVINGS - BOOK EARLY AND SAVE
2013/14
Save $NZ 500 or $AU 400 per couple on New Zealand Cruises
Marlborough Wines Cruises 2013 - bookings confirmed by 20 August 2013
Bay of Islands Cruises 2014 - bookings confirmed by 20 September 2013
2014
Save $NZ 1,000 or $AU 800 per couple on Vanuatu Cruises
Vanuatu Cruises in 2014 - bookings confirmed by 31 January 2014
EARLY BIRD's require 25% deposit when booking.
Balance is due 90 days prior to cruise departure.
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