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An Australia cruise showcases some of the continent’s most striking contrasts, from sailing into Sydney Harbour beneath the Opera House to Queensland’s tropical waters, Tasmania’s cliffs and seaside villages, and the vast, wilder horizons of Western Australia.
The journey can take you from a vibrant city to a coral reef, from a waterfront market to a sweeping beach, and from scenic cruising to a nature-focused port of call.
Depending on the itinerary, a cruise can reveal Australia as an urban, beach, tropical, or expedition-style destination, always with the sense of wide-open space that defines the country.
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Australia
Itinerary : Sydney (Australia), Burnie, Kangaroo Island, Adelaide, Melbourne, Sydney (Australia)
Norwegian Spirit
12 d
Inside Stateroom
Sydney (Australia)
01/10/2027
from
2 201 $CA
Itinerary : Brisbane, Airlie Beach, Brisbane
1 other departures
Ovation of the Seas
5 d
Inside Stateroom
Brisbane
03/06/2028
from
815 $CA
Other departures:
24 Jan 2028
Itinerary : Brisbane, Airlie Beach, Brisbane
3 other departures
Quantum of the Seas
5 d
Inside Stateroom
Brisbane
11/09/2026
from
976 $CA
Other departures:
30 Nov 2026
08 Feb 2027
15 Mar 2027
Itinerary : Sydney (Australia), Hobart, Sydney (Australia)
Celebrity Solstice
5 d
Inside Stateroom
Sydney (Australia)
10/29/2027
from
1 006 $CA
Itinerary : Sydney (Australia), Hobart, Sydney (Australia)
1 other departures
Norwegian Spirit
5 d
Inside Stateroom
Sydney (Australia)
01/06/2027
from
1 093 $CA
Other departures:
21 Jan 2027
Itinerary : Sydney (Australia), Hobart, Sydney (Australia)
2 other departures
Celebrity Edge
5 d
Inside Stateroom
Sydney (Australia)
04/15/2028
from
1 117 $CA
Other departures:
16 Apr 2027
07 Nov 2027
Itinerary : Brisbane, Mysterious Island, Brisbane
1 other departures
Ovation of the Seas
8 d
Inside Stateroom
Brisbane
02/11/2028
from
1 185 $CA
Other departures:
24 Mar 2028
Itinerary : Brisbane, Port Vila, Brisbane
5 other departures
Ovation of the Seas
8 d
Inside Stateroom
Brisbane
02/04/2028
from
1 186 $CA
Other departures:
28 Jan 2028
25 Feb 2028
17-31 Mar 2028
Other departures
Itinerary : Brisbane, Mysterious Island, Brisbane
4 other departures
Ovation of the Seas
8 d
Inside Stateroom
Brisbane
02/18/2028
from
1 186 $CA
Other departures:
28 Dec 2027
07-14 Jan 2028
10 Mar 2028
Itinerary : Sydney (Australia), Hobart, Sydney (Australia)
1 other departures
Anthem of the Seas
5 d
Inside Stateroom
Sydney (Australia)
03/23/2027
from
1 249 $CA
Other departures:
01 Mar 2027
Itinerary : Brisbane, Willis Island, Cairns, Airlie Beach, Brisbane
Ovation of the Seas
7 d
Inside Stateroom
Brisbane
12/04/2027
from
1 250 $CA
Itinerary : Brisbane, Lifou, Brisbane
Voyager of the Seas
8 d
Inside Stateroom
Brisbane
11/25/2027
from
1 395 $CA
Itinerary : Brisbane, Mysterious Island, Port Vila, Brisbane
2 other departures
Quantum of the Seas
8 d
Inside Stateroom
Brisbane
02/26/2027
from
1 407 $CA
Other departures:
22 Jan 2027
19 Mar 2027
Itinerary : Brisbane, Luganville, Brisbane
1 other departures
Voyager of the Seas
8 d
Inside Stateroom
Brisbane
11/12/2027
from
1 462 $CA
Other departures:
29 Oct 2027
Itinerary : Brisbane, Airlie Beach, Cairns, Willis Island, Brisbane
2 other departures
Quantum of the Seas
8 d
Inside Stateroom
Brisbane
03/05/2027
from
1 486 $CA
Other departures:
20 Nov 2026
19 Feb 2027
Itinerary : Brisbane, Mysterious Island, Brisbane
Voyager of the Seas
8 d
Inside Stateroom
Brisbane
11/05/2027
from
1 513 $CA
Itinerary : Brisbane, Willis Island, Cairns, Airlie Beach, Brisbane
Voyager of the Seas
7 d
Inside Stateroom
Brisbane
11/19/2027
from
1 581 $CA
Itinerary : Brisbane, Port Vila, Mysterious Island, Brisbane
1 other departures
Quantum of the Seas
8 d
Inside Stateroom
Brisbane
11/13/2026
from
1 613 $CA
Other departures:
30 Oct 2026
Itinerary : Sydney (Australia), noumea, Port Vila, Sydney (Australia)
2 other departures
Anthem of the Seas
10 d
Inside Stateroom
Sydney (Australia)
02/21/2028
from
1 636 $CA
Other departures:
08 Nov 2027
10 Jan 2028
Itinerary : Sydney (Australia), Port Vila, Mysterious Island, Sydney (Australia)
6 other departures
Anthem of the Seas
10 d
Inside Stateroom
Sydney (Australia)
03/01/2028
from
1 651 $CA
Other departures:
27 Oct 2027
17 Nov 2027
08 Dec 2027
Other departures
Itinerary : Brisbane, Mysterious Island, Port Vila, Brisbane
Ovation of the Seas
9 d
Inside Stateroom
Brisbane
12/13/2027
from
1 724 $CA
Itinerary : Brisbane, Airlie Beach, Cairns, Willis Island, Brisbane
Quantum of the Seas
7 d
Inside Stateroom
Brisbane
01/16/2027
from
1 732 $CA
Itinerary : Sydney (Australia), Hobart, Adelaide, Kangaroo Island, Melbourne, Sydney (Australia)
Norwegian Spirit
12 d
Inside Stateroom
Sydney (Australia)
12/12/2026
from
1 808 $CA
Itinerary : Brisbane, Port Vila, Mysterious Island, Brisbane
Quantum of the Seas
9 d
Inside Stateroom
Brisbane
03/26/2027
from
1 833 $CA
Itinerary : Sydney (Australia), Willis Island, Cairns, Airlie Beach, Sydney (Australia)
Anthem of the Seas
9 d
Inside Stateroom
Sydney (Australia)
01/24/2027
from
1 856 $CA
Sydney Harbour
The Rocks
Bondi Beach
The Rocks
Bondi Beach
Sydney Harbour
Bondi Beach
Sydney Harbour
The Rocks
Airlie Beach
Cairns
Port Douglas
Cairns
Port Douglas
Airlie Beach
Port Douglas
Airlie Beach
Cairns
Hobart
Port Arthur
Kangaroo Island
Port Arthur
Kangaroo Island
Hobart
Kangaroo Island
Hobart
Port Arthur
Fremantle
Broome
Kimberley Coast
Broome
Kimberley Coast
Fremantle
Kimberley Coast
Fremantle
Broome
Weather & swimming
Warm, bright, and lively. A good time for Sydney, Melbourne, Tasmania, and southern Australia, with long days and a festive vacation atmosphere.
Expert advice
Excellent choice for Tasmania and southern cities. In tropical Queensland, heat, humidity and rain can be more pronounced.
Weather & swimming
The busiest season for Australia itineraries. Departures from Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne, or Auckland are more frequent, with summer conditions across much of the country.
Expert advice
Ideal for a first cruise combining Sydney, Tasmania, South Australia, or New Zealand. However, local holidays can make some dates more popular.
Weather & swimming
A good balance, depending on the region. The weather is often milder, crowds are more moderate, and conditions suit itineraries combining several regions.
Expert advice
A very good choice if you want to balance pleasant sightseeing conditions, fares, weather, and a variety of ports.
Weather & swimming
This period is more favorable for tropical Queensland and the reef. Conditions are often more pleasant at the Great Barrier Reef, with lower humidity and better visibility for nature excursions.
Expert advice
Choose this period if your priorities are Queensland, the Whitsundays, Cairns, Port Douglas, or itineraries through northern Australia.
| Season | Weather & swimming | Expert advice |
|---|---|---|
January | Warm, bright, and lively. A good time for Sydney, Melbourne, Tasmania, and southern Australia, with long days and a festive vacation atmosphere. | Excellent choice for Tasmania and southern cities. In tropical Queensland, heat, humidity and rain can be more pronounced. |
February - March & November - December The busiest season for Australia itineraries. Departures from Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne, or Auckland are more frequent, with summer conditions across much of the country. Ideal for a first cruise combining Sydney, Tasmania, South Australia, or New Zealand. However, local holidays can make some dates more popular. | ||
April - May & September - October A good balance, depending on the region. The weather is often milder, crowds are more moderate, and conditions suit itineraries combining several regions. A very good choice if you want to balance pleasant sightseeing conditions, fares, weather, and a variety of ports. | ||
June - August This period is more favorable for tropical Queensland and the reef. Conditions are often more pleasant at the Great Barrier Reef, with lower humidity and better visibility for nature excursions. Choose this period if your priorities are Queensland, the Whitsundays, Cairns, Port Douglas, or itineraries through northern Australia. | ||
The highlights of an Australia cruise vary significantly by route: iconic ports, tropical reefs, temperate southern landscapes, or the more isolated western coast.
Sydney
For the harbor arrival, Opera House, Harbour Bridge, Circular Quay, and neighborhoods within easy reach of the port.
Melbourne
For laneways, cafes, street art, markets, and access to Port Phillip Bay.
Fremantle
For an inviting, walkable port call with markets, heritage, restaurants, and easy access to Perth.
Sydney
For the harbor arrival, Opera House, Harbour Bridge, Circular Quay, and neighborhoods within easy reach of the port.
Melbourne
For laneways, cafes, street art, markets, and access to Port Phillip Bay.
Fremantle
For an inviting, walkable port call with markets, heritage, restaurants, and easy access to Perth.
Great Barrier Reef
For snorkeling, boat trips, pontoons on the reef and marine landscapes of Queensland.
Whitsundays
For turquoise waters, tropical islands, and northeastern Australia’s quintessential beach scenery.
Port Douglas
For a gentler reef experience, with a marina, beach, and excursions into the rainforest.
Great Barrier Reef
For snorkeling, boat trips, pontoons on the reef and marine landscapes of Queensland.
Whitsundays
For turquoise waters, tropical islands, and northeastern Australia’s quintessential beach scenery.
Port Douglas
For a gentler reef experience, with a marina, beach, and excursions into the rainforest.
Sydney Harbour
To photograph the Opera House, Harbour Bridge, and ferries from the water or waterfront.
Whitehaven Beach
For the sweeping white sands and turquoise hues of the Whitsundays when the itinerary allows.
Kangaroo Island
For cliffs, wild beaches, and rock formations that reveal the rugged side of southern Australia.
Sydney Harbour
To photograph the Opera House, Harbour Bridge, and ferries from the water or waterfront.
Whitehaven Beach
For the sweeping white sands and turquoise hues of the Whitsundays when the itinerary allows.
Kangaroo Island
For cliffs, wild beaches, and rock formations that reveal the rugged side of southern Australia.
Tasmania
For Hobart, Port Arthur, cliffs, green valleys, and a cooler climate than the rest of the country.
Kimberley Coast
For remote landscapes, red rock, gorges, and spectacular scenic cruising.
Broome
For Cable Beach, the Indian Ocean, pearling history, and the feeling of a remote tropical outpost.
Tasmania
For Hobart, Port Arthur, cliffs, green valleys, and a cooler climate than the rest of the country.
Kimberley Coast
For remote landscapes, red rock, gorges, and spectacular scenic cruising.
Broome
For Cable Beach, the Indian Ocean, pearling history, and the feeling of a remote tropical outpost.
Sail into Sydney Harbour between the Opera House and Harbour Bridge
Arriving in or departing from Sydney remains one of the most memorable moments of an Australia cruise. Travelers love watching the city unfold from the ship’s deck, with the Opera House, Harbour Bridge, Circular Quay, and ferries immediately setting the tone for the journey.
Sail to the Great Barrier Reef from Queensland
The reef stays with travelers because it turns a port call into a complete marine experience. From Cairns, Port Douglas, or Airlie Beach, excursions to see coral, tropical fish, and lagoons offer an especially vivid picture of tropical Australia.
Discover Hobart’s waterfront, market, and Tasmanian scenery
Hobart often surprises visitors with its relaxed pace and maritime character. Travelers appreciate the old waterfront, Salamanca Place, Battery Point, and the option to extend the port call to Port Arthur or Tasmania’s wilder landscapes.
Take the ferry to Manly to see Sydney from the water
In Sydney, many travelers enjoy this simple crossing, which offers a natural way to experience the city. The ride provides another look at the Opera House, Harbour Bridge, and waterfront neighborhoods before reaching Manly for a more relaxed beach than the best-known hot spots.
Spend time on the Fremantle docks before heading to Perth
Fremantle offers a more local port call than Australia’s classic big-city experience. Travelers enjoy its markets, historic buildings, breweries, maritime museum, and relaxed waterfront atmosphere.
Taste Tasmania around Salamanca Place in Hobart
In Hobart, Salamanca Place is often praised for its relaxed food scene, especially on market days. Travelers find local products, cafés, and small eateries, along with a tangible sense of Tasmanian identity where city, harbor, and nature meet.
A cruise to Australia and New Zealand allows you to discover distant islands and continents, with their varied landscapes and sublime natural scenery. Australia and New Zealand are located in the southern hemisphere. Australia is distinguished by its vast sandy beaches, subtropical forests, cosmopolitan cities and bush. Most of the country is covered by semi-arid or desert zones. New Zealand is made up of two main islands, North and South. It lies 2,000 km from Australia, separated by the Tasman Sea. It's a country of diverse relief, with unique landscapes ranging from lush forests to craggy peaks, from immense green plains to superb beaches.
Historically, Australia has been inhabited by Aborigines for tens of thousands of years. From the 17th century onwards, European explorers began to discover the land. English colonization began in 1788, and the influences of this presence can still be seen today in the country, notably in the use of the English language. Initially used as a penal colony, Australia saw the arrival of many settlers during the gold rush at the end of the 19th century. The colonies eventually came together to form the Commonwealth of Australia in 1901. In the 20th century, the country gained its independence and became a major state. New Zealand's history is much more recent, being one of the last territories discovered by man. Maori tribes settled the land between 1050 and 1300, while Europeans only discovered it in the 17th century. New Zealand became a British colony before gaining independence in 1907. Like Australia, New Zealand welcomes many tourists who come to admire the natural beauty of this remote country.
An essential stage of your trip takes you to the dazzling city of Sydney. Located on the east coast, the city promises cultural discoveries, from art galleries to museums and festivals. The city's contemporary architecture culminates in its famous opera house. Situated on Sydney Harbour and bordered by a wooded park, the Opera House rises like a giant sculpture with an original architecture and a roof in the shape of shells or sails, giving it an airy allure. Tourists come to relax on the sublime Bondi beach, before enjoying a plate of oysters. Not far from Sydney, the landscape is varied, with vast stretches of forest and national parks such as Myall Lakes Park, with its many lakes and wetlands. In the coastal town of Port Stephen, you can kayak into Nelson Bay to spot the familiar dolphins. 800 km from Sydney, Byron Bay in northern New South Wales is famous for its beaches and waves, popular with surfers, and for the whales that sometimes pass offshore. Other ports and natural wonders to visit include the famous Ayers Rock. The fauna is typical of this country, with koalas, kangaroos, marsupials...
Leaving Australia for New Zealand, you'll find sublime beaches and contrasting landscapes of rugged beauty. The capital Wellington lies at the southern tip of the North Island. Film buffs will enjoy visiting the Weta studio used for the Lord of the Rings films. The city is characterized by its warm atmosphere, cultural activity and numerous bars, where rugby matches are often broadcast. To enjoy the view of the harbor and the surrounding green hills, you can climb aboard the bus that travels on rails above the city. The country is a paradise not only for surfers, but also for all adventurous sportsmen and women, thanks to its extraordinary landscapes.
Australia is a country with a variety of climates, from tropical on the north coast to Mediterranean on the west coast. In general, the summer season is characterized by high temperatures and frequent tropical rains. For your stay, you can choose to go in winter, from May to September. Days are mild, with dry weather and milder temperatures than in summer. This climate is ideal for a sunny beach vacation. During your cruise, you can dock at Fraser Island, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It's the world's largest sand island, 123 km long. Admire its white sandy beaches and numerous lakes.
Off the coast of Queensland lies another aquatic curiosity, the Great Barrier Reef. It's a popular destination for divers, who can admire the many colonies of fantastically colored coral. For a complete change of scenery, head for New Zealand, with its 15,000 km of wild and extensive beaches. And if you want to swim in the crystal-clear turquoise waters, plan your trip to New Zealand in summer, from December to February!
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