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About Croquet Travel Club
The croquet travellers club is a group for the croquet enthusiast that love to travel and mix in their love for the game. Tours are carefully
constructed to allow a full program of croquet and sightseeing. Playing at local clubs and in some cases, greens constructed in unique locations.
The CTC offers two types of tours:
Croquet Specific – these tours are geared for those looking at playing. They are built on the idea of fun, friendship and camaraderie. Traveling as a group and playing local clubs in the places that we visit.
From time to time we will have tours from various quality tour operators, that whilst not croquet specific, offer excellent value for money and are exclusive to members of the CTC.
Joining the CTC is simple and easy just click on the link and submit the form.
Testimonials
Craig is a great travel agent. We have used his services on a number of occasions and each time received excellent travel advice
and customer service. He listens to what you would like to achieve with your holiday and goes out of his way to make sure it what you want. He is honest with what he can and can’t achieve and makes you feel that the holiday is tailored for you. No hesitation in recommending him to future
travel clients.
Neale & Gordon
We travelled on the 2025 Sailors Cup around New Zealand and enjoyed play at several clubs who welcomed us with open arms. Craig and his team work hard to make sure that everything ran well. We are definitely looking forward to seeing what other tours will come along.
Vicki
As just social players we were a little concerned about being in a full-on competition. But we needn’t have worried, everyone was welcoming and encouraging. There was a nice balance between the sightseeing and croquet. The Crown Princess was lovely, and the crew took care of everything for us. From a casual meal on the deck to formal dining the food was excellent, and we really enjoyed the shows.
Tom & Lynne
The 2026 Croquet Sailors Cup Cruise Ítinerary
Today we will board the Crown Princess at the International Cruise Terminal, Brisbane and settle into our cabins. Once settled in and we have set sail join Brian, Elaine & Craig for a welcome drink as we cross Moreton Bay and head through the northern channel into the Tasman Sea.
While we cross the Tasman Sea, you will be able to enjoy the many facilities and activities available aboard the Crown Princess. Have a swim in on of the pools, enjoy drink on the deck or take in a show in the theatre.
This morning there will be a player briefing. This will be held in the wheelhouse bar and will be perfect opportunity for you to meet the rest of the players.
Docking at Queens Wharf at 0630 we will disembark at 0800 and transfer across to the North Shore Croquet Club located in the picturesque harbourside suburb of Devonport. We will enjoy full days play before transferring back to the ship via the Devonport Ferry Terminal for those who might like to take the ferry back to Central Auckland across the beautiful harbour.
This morning please be ready to disembark the ship promptly at 0830 (as soon as the gangway is secured). We will have a one hour drive to Rotorua travelling through the towering hedges that protect the orchards of one New Zealand’s most famous exports – the Kiwi Fruit. The highway climbs through the forests of Pine & Kauri before we arrive in Rotorua. We will have a full days play at the Rotorua Croquet Club.
After sailing overnight from Tauranga, we dock in Napier. This is a rest day for you to enjoy this beautifully restored art deco style city.
Arriving in Wellington we will disembark and head to the lower station of the Wellington Cable Car. You will enjoy a spectacular ride to the Kelburn (top) station where you will rejoin the coach for the short ride around to the Kelburn Croquet Club. We will return to the ship via national rose garden and the New Zealand Parliamentary Buildings.
Disembarking from the Crown Princess at Lyttleton Harbour we will travel via one of the Lyttleton Tunnel – which at nearly 2km long is second longest road tunnel in New Zealand, into Christchurch. We will have full days play at the United Croquet Club before returning to the ship.
Docking at Port Chalmers we will disembark at 0800 for a drive around to Larnach Castle and then onto Forbury Croquet Club for our final days play. At the conclusion of play we will return to the Crown Princess.
This morning, we will enter the Fiordland coast of New Zealand and will enjoy a scenic sail through Doubtful and Milford Sounds. A wonderful spot to enjoy a hot chocolate on the deck surrounded by towering peaks of New Zealand’s southern alps.
This morning you will be free to enjoy the facilities of the Crown Princess. This afternoon please join us in the Wheelhouse for our trophy presentation by senior members of the ships crew.
Today we cross the Tasman Sea back to Brisbane.
Today we will arrive back in Brisbane and it is time to say farewell to our new friends. For guests with an flight connections we will have a transfer to both the international & domestic terminal at Brisbane Airport. Please do not book flights prior to 12 noon.
FAQ's
Can we bring our own mallet?
Most certainly. They just need to be carried in an appropriate case and stored in your cabin.
What form of Croquet do we play?
All games are Golf Croquet
How many players do you take away?
We take away a maximum of 32 players
Do you allow non-playing partners?
Of course, but if they join us at the clubs, they pay the full price.
What about my handicap?
We recognise your handicap and try to match you with appropriate players. The result of the tournament does not affect your handicap.
What about pre & post cruise accommodation?
We can assist you with pre & post cruise accommodation if required.
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