The Disney Wonder is headed to a land down under. During today’s “A Boundless Future: Disney Parks, Experiences and Products” presentation at the D23 Expo 2022 in Anaheim, Josh D’Amaro, Disney Parks, Experiences and Products Chairman, announced the Disney Wonder will sail to Australia and New Zealand with a reposition cruise visiting ports in the South Pacific.

Disney Cruise Line is excited to unveil our first-ever cruises through the South Pacific—plus new Hawai’i sailings in 2023 and 2024. Voyage from Vancouver, British Columbia, to the breathtaking beauty of the Hawaiian Islands. From Honolulu, cruise the South Pacific across the international date line to Sydney, Australia. Along the way, dock in the exotic island nations of Fiji, American Samoa, and New Caledonia, where you’ll have time to appreciate Polynesian culture, explore enchanting rainforests and hike to tropical waterfalls

The Disney Wonder will embark on these “Disney Magic at Sea” cruises through February 2024, ranging from two to six nights and departing from four home ports: Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane, Australia; and Auckland, New Zealand.“Disney Magic at Sea” bookings open September 29th for the Australia and New Zealand cruises, and repositioning sailings open October 6th for the general public.

Disney Magic at Sea Voyages – Australia & New Zealand Cruises on the Disney Wonder

For the first time ever, Disney Cruise Line is sailing Down Under with 2-, 3-, 4-, 5- and 6-night cruises from Auckland, Brisbane, Melbourne and Sydney.

Embark on an unforgettable voyage immersed in the magic of Disney storytelling—from award-winning entertainment, festive deck parties and spectacular themed events to world-class dining, imaginative kids clubs and beloved Characters throughout your sailing.

Detailed itineraries are not yet available, but Disney Cruise Line did reveal the following sail dates and starting prices for the 2-night sailings.

Disney Cruise Line set up a Hawai’i and South Pacific Cruises webpage to highlight the new offerings.

Hawaiian Cruises

• 10-Night Hawaiian Cruise from Vancouver ending in Honolulu
  October 3, 2023
  Say “Aloha!” to an enchanting 10-night Hawaiian cruise departing from Vancouver, British Columbia. Drop anchor at Hilo, Honolulu, Nawiliwili and Kahului, where carefree leisure, recreation and adventure await. Trek to lush jungles, discover secret waterfalls, kick back on a gorgeous beach or explore the colorful marine life under the waves. Plus, enjoy the exceptional hospitality you’ve come to expect from Disney—award-winning entertainment, festive deck parties, imaginative dining, freshwater pools and waterslides, kids clubs, Character encounters, exciting Port Adventures and so much more.
• 10-Night Hawaiian Cruise from Honolulu ending in Vancouver
  March 1, 2024
  Drop anchor at Kahului, Hilo and Nawiliwili during a 10-night sailing from Honolulu to Vancouver, where the best of the Aloha spirit awaits—from lush jungles and secret waterfalls to stunning beaches and a laid-back island vibe. Then voyage through the Pacific in style while enjoying magical amenities and activities only Disney can create—including award-winning entertainment, festive deck parties, themed dining, sparkling pools, kids clubs, Character encounters and so much more. After your cruise, enjoy time to explore the parks, gardens and big-city charm of beautiful Vancouver.

Transpacific Voyages

Please note the “international date line” portion of the transpacific itineraries.

The International Date Line (IDL) is an imaginary line on the surface of the Earth, established by the International Meridian Conference of 1884, that runs from the north to the south pole and demarcates one calendar day from the next. It passes through the middle of the Pacific Ocean, roughly following the 180° longitude but it deviates to pass around some territories and island groups.

The IDL is on the opposite side of the Earth to the Prime Meridian. The Prime Meridian is used to define Universal Time and is the meridian from which all other time zones are calculated. Time zones to the east of the Prime Meridian are in advance of UTC (up to UTC+14); time zones to the west are behind UTC (to UTC-12).The IDL and the moving point of midnight separate the two calendar days that are current somewhere on Earth. A traveller crossing the IDL eastbound subtracts one day, or 24 hours, so that the calendar date to the west of the line is repeated after the following midnight. Crossing the IDL westbound results in 24 hours being added, advancing the calendar date by one day. The IDL is necessary to have a fixed, albeit arbitrary, boundary on the globe where the calendar date advances in the westbound direction.

International Date Line Details from P&O Cruises

• 13-Night South Pacific Cruise from Honolulu ending in Sydney
  October 12, 2023
  Embark on a one-of-a-kind vacation at sea to Sydney, Australia on a 13-night cruise—with 14 sunsets—departing from Honolulu, Hawai’i. Experience the best of Oʻahu before sailing over the international date line (where you’ll “lose” a day but not a sunset) to the exotic isles of American Samoa, Fiji and New Caledonia. While sailing the Pacific blue, enjoy award-winning entertainment, exciting deck parties, imaginative dining, Character encounters and more. In Australia, spend time exploring a host of fascinating destinations, including the Sydney Opera House, botanical gardens, golden-sand beaches and a vibrant dining scene.
• 15-Night South Pacific Cruise from Sydney ending in Honolulu
  February 16, 2024
  Cast off on the journey of a lifetime with this 15-night cruise sailing through the South Pacific and over the international date line, where you’ll experience the same calendar day twice amid 14 sunsets. Explore Sydney’s stunning botanical gardens, golden-sand beaches and cosmopolitan city center—home to a beautiful harbor and the iconic Opera House—before setting sail through the mighty Pacific Ocean. Along the way, dock at American Samoa, Fiji, New Caledonia and the Hawaiian island of Maui. While at sea, delight in award-winning entertainment, exciting deck parties, imaginative dining, Character encounters and more.

Detailed itineraries were not released for the Australian and New Zealand sailings, but below is my rough summary of the sail dates based on the details that have been provided at the time of publication. What you see presented below are essentially, my working notes as I work through the new sailings. Please do not take the following as fact other than the dates that are included which have been taken directly from the two PDF summary sheets released by Disney Cruise Line. I’ve reached out the the cruise line and am awaiting clarification.

Early Booking for Disney Cruise Line Castaway Club Members
If you’re currently a Platinum, Gold or Silver Castaway Club Member, an eligible Disney Vacation Club Member or an Adventure Insider with Adventures by Disney, be among the first to book the new Hawaiian and South Pacific cruises before they go on sale to the general public on October 6, 2022. To book during your designated advance booking window, sign in to your Disney account, call Disney Cruise Line or contact your travel agent. 

Booking Begins:

• October 3, 2022: Platinum Castaway Club Members & Golden Oak Members
• October 4, 2022: Gold Castaway Club Members
• October 5, 2022: Silver Castaway Club Members, eligible Disney Vacation Club Members and Adventure Insiders
• October 6, 2022: All Guests

Earlier this year, Disney Cruise Line established roots in the region by registering as a business in Australia and an unnamed ship has been spotted on port calendars.