Australia & New Zealand cruises from $252
Zero booking fees on every Australia & New Zealand sailing, plus perks like onboard credit, free excursions, and gift cards on select departures.
Best Australia & New Zealand Cruise Prices by Line
Sydney Harbour departures, Great Barrier Reef waters and New Zealand’s fjord-carved coastline make this one of cruising’s most spectacular regions. Compare real current prices from the major lines sailing down under, updated daily.
Carnival
Fun, affordable family cruising
From $334
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Princess
Classic, relaxed elegant cruising
From $252
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Viking Ocean
Serene, adults-only ocean voyages
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Celebrity
Upscale ships, modern design
From $608
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Royal Caribbean
Bold ships, thrilling onboard fun
From $505
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Norwegian
Freestyle cruising, dine anytime
From $1,309
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Regent Seven Seas
Every luxury included
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Silversea
All-inclusive ultra-luxury voyages
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Best Time to Sail Australia & New Zealand
The season peaks in the austral summer, roughly October through April, when Australia and New Zealand enjoy their warmest cruising weather.
Popular Australia & New Zealand Departure Ports
Real departure ports from our current inventory, with the most Australia & New Zealand sailings today. Pick your closest port to see what’s sailing.
Australia & New Zealand Itinerary Types
Australian coastal hops, remote Kimberley expeditions or a grand voyage across the Tasman. Choose your route down under.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The austral summer, roughly October through April, is the prime season with the warmest weather and the most departures. Kimberley expedition season runs in the region’s dry months.
Sydney hosts the most sailings, with additional departures from Brisbane and other Australian ports. Longer voyages also connect through Singapore, linking Asia with Australia.
Yes, most visitors need an electronic travel authority for Australia and a similar electronic authorization for New Zealand. Both are typically quick online applications, but complete them well before sailing.
Coastal getaways can run under a week, classic New Zealand itineraries from Sydney often run around two weeks, and Kimberley or Asia-link voyages can go longer still.
Highlights typically include Fiordland’s dramatic sounds, Maori culture in the Bay of Islands and cities like Auckland and Wellington. Scenic cruising through Milford Sound is a signature moment of the route.