Oceania Cruises®, the best culinary and destination cruise line in the world, is delighted to announce its luxurious wet 1,250 ship, Riviera ™, will embark on its inaugural travel season through Australia, New Zealand and the South Pacific. This marks the entrance of the cruise line in a new region, carrying its famous combination of exquisite experiences of restaurants and immersive destination to some of the most picturesque places in the world.

A culinary expedition through Australia, New Zealand and the South Pacific

Riviera will remain as the exclusive Oceania container in the region, offering travelers incomparable culinary experiences while exploring the impressive natural beauty of Australia and New Zealand. Passengers can immerse themselves in local culinary scenes through a variety of intimate excursions on land, such as visits to vibrant local markets, rice fields and truffle farms. Highlighting the coolest ingredients in the region, including the famous Marshals of Australia and the world -famous lamb of New Zealand, the guests will experience authentic flavors and culinary traditions of the area.

The 2026 season, from November 2025 to March 2026, will offer a variety of itineraries that go from 14 to 35 days, leaving multiple ports in the region. These trips will explore hidden gems such as Mystery Island in Vanuatu, Dunedin in New Zealand and Kangaro Island in Australia, as well as more iconic ports like Sydney. The extensive offers of excursion in Earth of Oceania will allow passengers to select how they want to discover each destination, either through Culinary Discovery Tours ™ to local restaurants or excursions focused on the lives of local fishermen and farmers.

Exploring the best of the region with the culinary approach of Oceania

Oceania Cruises is known for her culinary skill, and Riviera is no exception. With the culinary center, a state -of -the -art cooking school in the sea, Riviera will offer cooking classes designed around regional flavors. One of the outstanding offers will be the “Down Under Abundance” class, inspired by the various ingredients found in Australia and New Zealand. This culinary experience will show the freshest offers of the sea, the mountains and the vineyards, made by the Oceania chefs and designed to celebrate the unique cuisine of the region.

In addition to its cooking school, Riviera has a remarkable variety of gourmet dining rooms, which include:

• Tuscany: Authentic Italian cuisine with an approach to seasonal ingredients
• Polo grill: An elegant grill that offers a refined gastronomic experience
• Jacques: A French bistro curated by the legendary Jacques Pepin
• Red ginger: A contemporary version of the Pan-Asian kitchen
• The great dining room: A sophisticated gastronomic experience with a refined menu
• Terrace cafeteria: Outdoor dinners with dinners from the chef market with destination theme
• Surf: An informal dining option on the deck with a relaxed atmosphere
• Horizons: Enjoy decadent tea with panoramic views

Beyond the gastronomic experience, Riviera will offer passengers the opportunity to relax in the Vitality Center of Aquamar® SPA +, enjoy social activities such as the mini golf, or express their creativity in the artist Loft, an elegant space for artistic expression.

Improve the trip with land and excursions programs

Oceania Cruises understands that some travelers want to immerse themselves in the regions they visit. To complement the cruise itineraries, guests will have the option of adding land programs prior or after the Cree, improving their exploration of these incredible destinations. Some options include:

• Great adventure of the island of Barrera in Auckland, New Zealand: A unique program that presents rented fishing trips, stars speech experiences and a tour of the vibrant life of the city of Auckland.
• Scenic trip to the blue mountains of Sydney, Australia: An unforgettable experience in which the guests will walk with a ranger of the National Park that will share the Dreamtime stories of the aborigines.

TRAVELIOUS TRAVEL IN Australia, New Zealand and the South Pacific

Next season will have a variety of impressive itineraries, such as:

• Komodos and kangaroos: 22 days from Singapore to Sydney, visiting Surabaya, Bali, Lombok, Komodo, Perth, Busselton, Adelaide, Melbourne and Burnie. Parts on November 18, 2025.
• South Pacific Archipelagos: 19 days from Sydney to Papeete, with stops in Noumea, Mystery Island, Lautoka and more. Parts on December 10, 2025.
• Auckland Azure Atolones: 18 days from Papeete to Auckland, with stops in Bora Bora, Rareonga, Suva and more. Parts on January 6, 2026.
• Maori Heritage Route: 14 days from Auckland to Sydney, visiting Rotorua, Napier, Wellington and Christchurch. Parts on January 25, 2026.
• Verdante Bali outback: 14 days from Sydney to Bali, exploring Brisbane, Whitsunday Island, Cairns and Komodo. Parts on February 8, 2026.
• Melanesian wonders: 21 days from Bali to Sydney, with stops in Komodo, Port Moresby, Alotau and Lautoka. Parts on February 22, 2026.
• Kiwi and Coral Landscapes: 21 days from Auckland to Singapore, visiting Sydney, Cairns and Bali. Parts on March 30, 2026.

A commitment to the luxury trip and the destination centered on the destination

Oceania Cruises® is recognized for its luxurious ships, exceptional kitchen and travel experiences cured by experts. With the Riviera debut season in Australia and New Zealand, Oceania Cruises will offer travelers a unique luxury cruise experience that combines world -class meals, immersive cultural excursions and some of the most impressive destinations in the world.