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Cruises from Sydney

Stay and play in one of the world’s most famous coastal cities.

Catch a wave at Bondi, shop ‘til you drop in the city or sip a long black in the vibrant inner west before a cruise from Sydney. Culturally diverse, Sydney offers plenty to explore, from art galleries and ancient Aboriginal culture, to iconic structures and a heady mix of cuisines. When cruising from Sydney’s deep-water port in the heart of the city, you can explore it all before or after your next Sydney cruise with Princess.

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New Zealand Cruises

Cruise from Sydney and head ‘across the ditch’ to New Zealand, Australia’s closest neighbour. Sample award-winning wines in Picton, discover rich Māori heritage in the Bay of Islands or explore Tolkien’s mythical Middle Earth. With Princess’ Across the Ditch program, sample the best of the region and immerse yourself in local culture on board any of our round-trip cruises from Sydney or one-way trips to Auckland.

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Australia Cruises

Cruising from Sydney allows you to explore the very best of Australia – including its rich culture and diverse landscape. Dive the Great Barrier Reef, browse Hobart’s Salamanca Markets or tantalise your tastebuds in the Barossa Valley and Margaret River wine regions. From bustling cities to deserted outback, coastal paradise to craggy peaks to lush rainforest, Australia is a land that has it all.

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Australia Seacations

One of the wonderful things about Australia is the fact that you don’t have to go far to see something new. If you’re short on time, short cruises from Sydney allow you to explore some of the country’s highlights. On 2 or 3-day cruises from Sydney, browse Melbourne’s boutique stores and laneways, see a koala at Brisbane’s Australia Zoo or kick back and relax on the Gold Coast.

Papua New Guinea

Located off the north coast of Australia, the rugged paradise of Papua New Guinea is the perfect destination for those who want to head off the beaten track. On a cruise from Sydney, relax on Alotau’s immaculate white-sand beaches, or dive the Conflict Islands’ pristine reef system to uncover the intriguing marine life within. You’ll soon realize that Papua New Guinea is a place that’s not easily forgotten.

Tasmania Cruises

Located just off Australia’s mainland, Tasmania offers plenty to explore on your next cruise from Sydney. Stroll through bustling Hobart and sample some of the local produce, then uncover the state’s history as a penal colony at Port Arthur. Trek Tassie’s wilderness on a hike of Cradle Mountain, or marvel at the beauty of Freycinet Peninsula. Whether on a short cruise getaway or a longer trip, Tasmania is simply a must-see.

South America Cruises

From the balmy jungles of South America to the icy terrains of Antarctica, revel in the best of both worlds on a cruise from Sydney. In Puntarenas, learn how Starbucks coffee beans are harvested at the company’s only farm. Walk past pyramids in Huatulco, and uncover treasures of Mesoamerica. Or ascend to Corcovado Mountain and visit one of the new Seven Wonders of the World, the Christ the Redeemer statue.

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Tahiti & South Pacific Cruises

On cruises from Sydney, step into paradise as you uncover the mesmerising beauty of Tahiti and the islands of the South Pacific. Explore these dream destinations and bask in the crystal waters of Lemon Bay Beach in New Caledonia’s Noumea. Kayak within a secret oasis at Vanuatu’s Mystery Island, wander colourful markets in Fiji’s Lautoka or discover rich French Polynesian culture in Tahiti.

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Asia Cruises

Home to ancient civilizations and long-standing traditions, Asia welcomes you to explore age-old cultures. Learn the art of Thai dancing in Bangkok, navigate the Cu Chi tunnels in Ho Chi Minh City or discover 8,000-year-old history at the National Palace Museum in Taipei. Between the landmarks and local connections, experience a sensory experience unlike any other on a cruise from Sydney to Asia.

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What You Need to Know About Cruises from Sydney

Sydney at a Glance

• Language : English
• Currency : Australian Dollar (AUD)
• Time Zone : Australian Eastern Time (AET)
• Docking : Your cruise from Sydney docks at White Bay Cruise Terminal or the Overseas Passenger Terminal (Circular Quay West).
• Attire : Opt for shorts and t-shirts during the hot and humid summer months (December to February) and long pants and sweaters in the cooler months of winter (June to August).
• Transportation : Public transport makes Sydney easy to get around, thanks to its ferries, buses, trains and light rail. Driving in the city is not recommended, especially during peak hour, due to high density traffic.

Things to Do in Sydney

Whether taking a short cruise from Sydney or a world tour, there’s plenty to explore in the city before or after your cruise. Foodies can indulge in diverse cuisines, while history and nature lovers can find hidden gems at every turn. Climb the Harbour Bridge, tour the Opera House or wander the Royal Botanic Gardens. Outside the city, cool off at Manly Beach, hike the Blue Mountains or catch a game at Sydney Cricket Ground.

Ships That Cruise from Sydney

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Possibilities are endless aboard Royal Princess®, the newest class and our core ship that cruises from Sydney. Savor international cuisine by day and then enjoy late-night game shows with fellow guests.

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Majestic Princess®

From French fare and yum cha delights to the Hollywood-style pool club and private karaoke suites, you’ll feel like an international superstar on your cruise from Sydney aboard Majestic Princess®.

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On a cruise from Sydney, you can enjoy best-in-class service and expertly crafted activities on board Grand Princess® , Coral Princess® and more!

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Extend your cruise vacation, and simplify your travel plans with a hotel stay at the beginning or end of your cruise in Sydney. With a Cruise Plus Hotel Package, a Princess representative meets you at the airport and pier, transporting you to and from your hotel. The package includes the cost of your hotel stay, transportation, luggage handling and the services of the representative.

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Cruises to New Zealand from Sydney

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New Zealand is a destination like nowhere else on Earth. On our luxury cruises to New Zealand from Sydney, explore the natural wonders, thrilling adventures, and unique culture that the twin islands have to offer. Sail through stunning sounds surrounded by awe-inspiring waterfalls and royal blue waters. Admire the contrast of the country’s world-famous sheep against the impossibly green mountains. 

New Zealand is a unique haven waiting to be explored. Experience an authentic Maori village. Marvel at the country’s rugged beauty and vast, wild terrains. Indulge in extraordinary wine from some of the world’s leading wine regions. Enjoy an unforgettable luxury vacation on a New Zealand cruise that will open your world.

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Before you embark on a cruise to NZ from Sydney, choose one of the million ways to explore Australia’s largest city. Spend an afternoon at the world-famous Bondi Beach, admire the architectural phenom of the Sydney Opera House, and ride a cable car to the stunning Blue Mountains. Dive head first into the city’s food scene, where you can sample Asian food in Spice Alley, pasta in Leichhardt, and curry on Wigram Street. Feeling spontaneous? See what adventures our last-minute cruises from Sydney hold.

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On your cruise to NZ from Sydney, you’ll sail along the west coast of the South Island through the stunning Milford, Doubtful, and Dusky Sounds. Marvel at the extraordinary fiords, lush rainforests, and towering waterfalls while spotting bottlenose dolphins and fur seals.

In Dunedin, your next port of call, you’ll have the chance to explore all that this university town has to offer. Walk up the steepest residential street in the world, mingle with yellow-eyed penguins in the countryside, and enjoy a beer tasting at Speight’s Brewery. If you want to stick to Otago Harbour, go kayaking or hop on a wildlife cruise for the chance to spot albatrosses, seals, and cormorants.

Next, you’re off to Akaroa on the east coast. See where they filmed parts of the Lord of the Rings, swim with dolphins in Akaroa Harbor, or take a day trip to the largest city on the island, Christchurch. Rounding off your tour of the South Island, you’ll visit the picturesque coastal town of Picton. Board a WWI memorial steam train on your way to local wineries, kayak through Queen Charlotte Sound, or visit a boutique chocolate factory.

After a day at sea, you’ll stop in Tauranga, a seaside town tucked into the North Island’s Bay of Plenty. Feed your need for speed with a thrilling white-water rafting adventure in the Kaituna River, or recharge your mind and body at one of the six bubbling pools of Manupirua Hot Springs. Experience authentic Maori culture first hand at a remote village in Rotorua or Whakarewarewa.

Bay of Islands

In the Bay of Islands, you’ll get to explore secluded beaches surrounded by craggy cliffs, paddleboard along peaceful coastlines, and explore glow worm caves. If leisure is on your mind, head to a local winery for lunch and a wine tasting, or hop on a cruise around the gorgeous bay or through the exciting Hole in the Rock.

No cruises to New Zealand from Sydney would be complete without visiting the country’s metropolitan heart of Auckland. Urbanites will enjoy browsing art galleries and boutiques along the North Shore or simply walking through the city, stopping in cafes and spotting landmarks along the way.

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New Zealand offers plenty of unique experiences to get face-to-face with its exotic wildlife. Meet yellow-eyed penguins in Dunedin, see seals tanning on rocky crags in Fiordland, and admire the glowworms of Kawiti Cavern in the Bay of Islands. Spotting New Zealand’s famous sheep, which can be found perched alongside steep mountains or in working farms you can visit, is a quintessential experience.

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Don’t miss out on exploring New Zealand’s budding wine country while you’re here. Travel through the stunning countryside to picturesque wineries that have made their mark on the world’s wine map. Sip syrah and chardonnay in Hawkes Bay and sample sauvignon blanc in the Marlborough region. Bring a bottle to share with loved ones back home or to add to your personal collection.

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New Zealand boasts some of the most interesting and breathtaking landscapes in the world. You can witness it for yourself on foot, from the water, or on ground transportation. Board an explorer vehicle to the country’s largest volcano and go white-water rafting past lush forests and waterfalls. See the bubbling mud pits and geothermal activity of Rotorua, or cycle along scenic country roads and soak in the extraordinary natural wonders at your own pace.

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Sydney Harbour has some of the best views seen from the water. A visit isn’t complete without seeing the Sydney Harbour Bridge, the stunning Sydney Opera House, its city skyline and the surrounding areas from a different angle, that you just can’t get from land.

As one of the most beautiful harbours in the world, it buzzes with boats, cruise ships, kayaks and yachts of all sizes, all day, every day. As the sun shines on the sparkling blue waters during the day, the lights both on and off the water continue to shine throughout the night.

With so many cruises, tours and activities available from Circular Quay, it will be hard to find an excuse not to go! Most cruises have licensed bars available, open and top decks to take in the sensational views and different options to enjoy the best cruise that suits you.

Looking to hire your own boat? Find the best cheap boat hire in Sydney or head north to the panoramic, calm waters for the boat hire in Pittwater .

Here are the best ways to enjoy Sydney Harbour, from a relaxing cruise to a thrill-seeker experience, and everything in between:

Sydney Harbour Cruises

1. captain cook cruises.

Captain Cook Cruises are one of the biggest operators in Sydney Harbour. They offer some of the best ways to see Sydney from a range of cruises including:

• Dining Cruises – including a range of breakfast, high tea, lunch, dinner and luxury dinner cruises
• Sightseeing Cruises – including Harbour Story, Harbour Story Premium, Cocktail Cruise and Harbour Highlights
• Whale Watching Cruises – from May to October, go exploring with morning and afternoon cruises and see Humpback whales and occasionally Southern Right whales
• Ferries – a number of private ferries across the ‘harbour highway’ for public use
• Private Charters – with 12 charter cruise vessels in their fleet, you’ll be spoilt for choice where to hold your next big occasion

Captain Cook Cruises also offer a wide range of celebrating cruises including Vivid, Christmas, Boxing Day, New Year, Mothers and Fathers Days, Melbourne Cup, Australian Day and many more.

Check availability, wharf departure locations, including Circular Quay and Darling Harbour and more information on their website .

2. Sea Sydney Harbour

Sea Sydney Harbour offers memorable experiences onboard their catamarans. Their harbour boat tours, showing off the highlights of the iconic Sydney Harbour, include:

• Harbour Beaches
• Sunset & Sparkle
• Historical Gems

They also offer private charters , as well as Vivid packages and New Year’s Eve events .

Check out their website for availability and more information.

3. Sensational Sydney Cruises

Sensational Sydney Cruises offer scheduled departures from Circular Quay, offering smaller, personalised services. The following tours are available:

• Tea at Sea Morning Cruise
• Cruise Like A Local Lunch Cruise
• Sensational Sydney City, Sea & Land Cruise

Vivid cruises are also available during the festival and private cruises can easily be booked for the above tours.

Find their website here for more information and availability.

4. Fantasea Cruising

Fantasea Cruising is a well-loved brand within the Harbour and offers several experiences onboard their modern, stylish vessels, including:

• Harbour Night Lights Cruise
• Sydney Harbour Snapshot Cruises
• Whale Watching Cruises plus a Cruise and Dine option (May – Oct)
• Personalised Picnic on the Harbour Cruise

Fantasea Cruising is also a part of Yellow Water Taxis that offers Sunset Cruises, Shopper Hopper, Taronga Zoo Packages and Water Limousines for the ultimate VIP experience.

5. Sydney Harbour Ferries

Sydney’s public transport ferries are the perfect way to get some picture-perfect moments on Sydney Harbour. Whether you jump on a round trip or use the service to get to where you are going, it’s a perfect way to travel for a day out.

Some of the most scenic routes are Manly, Watson’s Bay, and Darling Harbour to take you under the Harbour Bridge then along the Parramatta River. Read this great review on Awesome Day Trips on Sydney Harbour Ferries .

If you can travel around on a Sunday, make the most of super cheap capped prices which will leave money to spend on other cruises!

Find the latest information, timetables and fare at Transport for NSW website.

Water Taxis

Water Taxis are a great way to get to your next destination quickly and in style! Both comfortable and private, they are a unique way to enjoy the views in all weather conditions. With over 100 wharves in Sydney, you’ll be sure to get close to wherever you are going!

6. Yellow Water Taxis

A popular option in Sydney Harbour, with its iconic brand. Operating day and night, as well as for different events during the year.

7. Water Taxis Combined

This is a great way to tailor the experience to your needs. Get a quick quote online for you taxi, and include any additional minutes you want to cruise around the Harbour

This map of Sydney Harbour and surrounding areas is a great guide to the taxis locations available – courtesy of Water Taxis Combined :

Hop On Hop Off Services

Hopper services offer a great value for money way of experiencing more of Sydney. They are also a great way of taking in some stunning Harbour views at the same time!

8. Sydney Harbour Eco Hopper

With vessels darting around all over Sydney Harbour, Eco Hopper will be sure to be going where you are. With destinations including Circular Quay, Darling Harbour, Manly, Quarantine Station, Watsons Bay, Rose Bay, Taronga Zoo and Fort Denison, a 24 hour Hop On Hop Off Ticket is great for exploring.

9. Captain Cook Cruise Hop On Hop Off

Make it easier to see Sydney Harbour with the Captain Cook fleet of ferries that are cruising the waters all day. 2-day passes are available to make the most of your visit, and these passes can be combined with many Sydney attractions to save even more money.

10. Sydney Tall Ships

Experience how it used to be done and feel an appreciation for how much work Tall Ships can be!

With such character and charm, this is one of the best ways to explore Sydney Harbour, be a part of the crew, and most importantly, look out for pirates!

Sydney Tall Ships haven’t just stuck with the traditional sails, instead they offer a wide range of cruises and activities including:

Adventure Cruises –

• Laser Clay Shooting with Mast Climb
• Pirate Cruise Experience
• Convicts, Castles and Champagne Tour

Harbour Cruises –

• Champagne Brunch Cruise
• Lunch Cruise
• Afternoon Discovery Cruise
• Twilight Dinner Cruise
• Starlight Sail

Charters and group bookings are also available for an even more memorable experience to share with friends and families.

Event cruises are also held throughout the year.

For more information or to check availability, see their website for details.

These jet boats love whizzing in and out of other boats as it takes you on a massive lap of Sydney Harbour. As stunt machines, they spin, slide, fish-tail and speed for a unique thrilling ride you’ll be sure to remember.

• 11. Thunder Jet  
• 12. Sydney Jet
• 13. Down Under Jet

Be prepared to get wet and hold on!! (Jackets are provided!)

14. Ocean Extreme

Take a ride on Sydney Harbour’s fastest commercially operated vessel. This is a 21 seater Rigid Inflatable Boat (RIB) that offers a great offshore adventure.

From May to October, enjoy 360-degree views during their 90-minute Whale Watching Tour. With a high-speed blast towards the Harbour Heads, you’ll be out in the open ocean spotting Humpback whales in no time. In a smaller vessel, this really is the ultimate, unique experience.

Private bookings for each tour are available all year.

Check out their website for more information and availability.

Fishing Charters

Fishing Charters are plentiful around Sydney, but only a couple leave from Circular Quay. For all the fisher people out there, you’ll be glad to know that both local and offshore charters are available. Both charters offer fishing licences, quality fishing gear, bait for the trip duration, fishing instruction, professional crew, keep your own catch (subject to bag limits and size) and a great day out!

The crew will even gut and scale your fish in preparation for your dinner!

• 15. Deep Sea Charters

Morning and afternoon charters and offshore reef and bottom fishing (morning and twilight charters).

• 16. Sydney Sea Charters

***No longer in operation***

A range of different charters on offer with half and full days, including Sports Fishing, Reef Fishing, Combine Game, Sports & Reef Fishing as well as Night Estuary Fishing.

Both charters are able to pick up from Circular Quay or Star Casino Wharf, just round the corner. These pickup points will need to be organised with the charters.

Check when booking your cruise where your departure wharf is.

With a few different locations of wharves at Circular Quay, see the map below for a better understanding of which side of the Quay you may need to head towards:

Whichever cruise you decide to go exploring, we bet you’ll have an amazing time with great memories to cherish forever.

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Accommodation, last cabins: 107-night around the world cruise - june 2023.

• history DURATION 108 days, 107 nights
• history DURATION DAYS 108 days
• history DURATION NIGHTS 107 nights
• calendar_month DEPARTS 6 June 2023
• calendar_month RETURNS 20 September 2023
• Visit 44 destinations in 26 countries
• Explore over 20 UNESCO World Heritage Sites
• C​ruise on the much-loved  Coral Princess

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• Departs Sydney 04 Jun 2023 (round trip)
• Departs Brisbane 06 Jun 2023 (round trip)

The much-loved Coral Princess sets sails in 2023 on her World Cruise round trip out of Sydney, Brisbane and Auckland for 107 nights visiting 44 destinations in 26 countries across 6 continents.

Guests will enjoy 10 late night stays and overnight stays in Dubai, New York and Lima (Callao). Shore excursions offer visits to more than 20 UNESCO World Heritage sites and the 2023 World Cruise includes 6 Maiden World Cruise ports - Elba (Portoferraio), Marseille (for Provence), Málaga, Tangier, Belfast and Inverness/Loch Ness (Invergordon) on her 107-night adventure. There are also amazing World Cruise Segment options giving you the flexibility to build your own adventure.

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107 nights on the Coral Princess

• Anytime dining or traditional dining
• 24-hour room service
• Casual dining venues
• Beverages (iced tea, lemonade, water, tea varieties, non-specialty coffee)
• Price includes taxes, fees and port expenses

Ancient Wonders:

Walk in the footsteps of history as you visit the ruins of Rome, ponder mysterious Stonehenge or the line sand geoglyphs of Nasca and Pampas de Jumana, marvel at the mysterious moai on Easter Island.

Modern Marvels:

You’ll venture to some of the world’s great cities, renowned for their art and architecture, fashion, music, culture, and world-class dining, places like Barcelona, Dubai, New York, London and more.

Natural splendours:

There are also spectacular scenic landscapes to be witnessed along the way, like awe-inspiring Iceland and Nanortalik, known as the “place of bears”. Is there anything more beautiful than afield of lavender – which you can witness in Provence.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites:

The 2023 World Cruise offers access to over 20 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, including Singapore’s Botanical Gardens, Komodo National Park, the Archaeological City of Petra, from Aqabaand the Medina of Tetouan from Tangier.

More ashore:

With Late Night calls (9:00pm or later departures), guests not only enjoy local life by day but also have a chance to experience the unique nightlife in select ports, including Aqaba, Barcelona, Lisbon, London (Dover), Cobh and Québec City.

And with overnight stays in Dubai, New York and Lima (Callao), you can dive into even more of the culture of these destinations at a relaxed pace.

Destinations:

Sydney, Australia | Brisbane, Australia | Komodo Island, Indonesia | Cross the Equator | Singapore | Colombo, Sri Lanka | Muscat (Mina Qaboos), Oman | Dubai (overnight) | Aqaba (for Petra), Jordan | Transit the Suez Canal | Mykonos, Greece | Salerno (for Amalfi Coast Capri & Pompei), Italy | Rome (Civitavecchia), Italy | Elba (Portoferraio), Italy | Marseille (for Provence), France | Barcelona, Spain | Malaga, Spain | Tangier, Spanish Morocco | Lisbon, Portugal | Holyhead, Wales | Belfast, Northern Ireland | Glasgow (Greenock), Scotland | Cork (Cobh for Blarney Castle), Ireland | London (Dover), England | Inverness/Loch Ness (Invergordon), Scotland | Lerwick, Shetland Islands, Scotland | Akureyri, Iceland | Reykjavik, Iceland | Nanortalik, Greenland | Qaqortoq, Greenland | Corner Brook, Canada | Quebec City, Canada | Saquenay, Canada | Sydney (Cape Breton island), Canada | Halifax, Canada | New York, USA | Panama Call | Manta, Ecuador | Lima (Callao), Peru | Pisco (General San Martin), Peru | Easter Island, Chile | Pitcairn Island, British Overseas Territory | Tahiti (Papeete), French Polynesia | Bora Bora, French Polynesia | Auckland, New Zealand | Bay of Islands, New Zealand | Sydney, Australia

• 04 Jun - Depart Sydney, Australia
• 05 Jun - Cruising the Tasman Sea
• 06 Jun - Brisbane, Australia
• 07-12 Jun - Cruising the Coral and Timor Seas
• 13 Jun - Komodo Island, Indonesia
• 14-15 Jun - Cruising the Java Sea (CROSS THE EQUATOR)
• 16 Jun - Singapore
• 17-19 Jun - Cruising the Andaman Sea and the bay of Bengal
• 20 Jun - Colombo, Sri Lanka
• 21-23 Jun - Cruising the Arabian Sea
• 24 Jun - Muscat (Mina Qaboos), Oman
• 25 Jun - Dubai, United Arab Emirates (FULL DAY & OVERNIGHT)
• 26 Jun - Dubai, United Arab Emirates (FULL DAY & EVENING)
• 27 Jun-02 Jul - Cruising the Gulf of Aden and the Red Sea
• 03 Jul - Aqaba (for Petra), Jordan (FULL DAY & EVENING)
• 04-05 Jul - Suez Canal Transit and Scenic Cruising
• 06 Jul - Cruising the Mediterranean Sea
• 07 Jul - Mykonos, Greece
• 08 Jul - Cruising the Mediterranean & Tyrrhenian Seas
• 09 Jul - Salerno (for Amalfi Coast, Capri & Pompeii), Italy
• 10 Jul - Rome (Civitavecchia), Italy
• 11 Jul - Elba (Portoferraio), Italy (MAIDEN WORLD CRUISE CALL - access by ship’s water shuttle, weather permitting)
• 12 Jul - Marseille (for Provence), France (MAIDEN WORLD CRUISE CALL)
• 13 Jul - Barcelona, Spain (FULL DAY & EVENING)
• 14 Jul - Cruising the Balearic and Alboran Seas
• 15 Jul - Málaga, Spain (MAIDEN WORLD CRUISE CALL)
• 16 Jul - Tangier, Spanish Morocco (MAIDEN WORLD CRUISE CALL)
• 17 Jul - Lisbon, Portugal (FULL DAY & EVENING)
• 18-19 Jul - Cruising the North Atlantic Ocean and Celtic Sea
• 20 Jul - Holyhead, Wales
• 21 Jul - Belfast, Northern Ireland ((MAIDEN WORLD CRUISE CALL - FULL DAY & EVENING)
• 22 Jul - Glasgow (Greenock), Scotland
• 23 Jul - Cruising the Irish Sea
• 24 Jul - Cork (Cobh for Blarney Castle), Ireland (FULL DAY & EVENING)
• 25 Jul - Cruising the English Channel
• 26 Jul - London (Dover), England (FULL DAY & EVENING)
• 27 Jul - Cruising the North Sea
• 28 Jul - Inverness/Loch Ness (Invergordon), Scotland (MAIDEN WORLD CRUISE CALL)
• 29 Jul - Lerwick, Shetland Islands, Scotland (access by ship’s water shuttle, weather permitting)
• 30 Jul - Cruising the Atlantic Ocean
• 31 Jul - Akureyri, Iceland
• 01 Aug - Reykjavik, Iceland (FULL DAY & EVENING)
• 02-03 Aug - Cruising the Atlantic Ocean
• 04 Aug - Nanortalik, Greenland (access by ship’s water shuttle, weather permitting)
• 05 Aug - Qaqortoq, Greenland (access by ship’s water shuttle, weather permitting)
• 06-07 Aug - Cruising the Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf of St. Lawrence
• 08 Aug - Corner Brook, Canada
• 09 Aug - Cruising the Gulf of St. Lawrence
• 10 Aug - Québec City, Canada (FULL DAY & EVENING)
• 11 Aug - Saguenay, Canada
• 12 Aug - Cruising the Gulf of St. Lawrence
• 13 Aug - Sydney (Cape Breton Island), Canada
• 14 Aug - Halifax, Canada
• 15 Aug - Cruising the North Atlantic Ocean
• 16 Aug - New York, USA (FULL DAY & OVERNIGHT)
• 17 Aug - New York, USA
• 18-21 Aug - Cruising the Atlantic Ocean
• 22 Aug - Panama Canal Full Transit and Scenic Cruising
• 23 Aug - Cruising the Pacific Ocean (CROSS THE EQUATOR)
• 24 Aug - Manta, Ecuador
• 25-26 Aug - Cruising the Pacific Ocean
• 27 Aug - Lima (Callao), Peru (FULL DAY & OVERNIGHT)
• 28 Aug - Lima (Callao), Peru
• 29 Aug - Pisco (General San Martin), Peru
• 30 Aug-02 Sep - Cruising the South Pacific Ocean
• 03 Sep - Easter Island, Chile (access by ship’s water shuttle, weather permitting)
• 04-05 Sep - Cruising the South Pacific Ocean
• 06 Sep - Pitcairn Island, British Overseas Territory, Scenic Cruising
• 07-08Sep - Cruising the South Pacific Ocean
• 09 Sep - Tahiti (Papeete), French Polynesia (FULL DAY & EVENING)
• 10 Sep - Bora Bora, French Polynesia
• 11-12 Sep - Cruising the South Pacific Ocean
• 13 Sep - Cross the International Date Line
• 14-15 Sep - Cruising the South Pacific Ocean
• 16 Sep - Auckland, New Zealand (FULL DAY & EVENING)
• 17 Sep - Bay of Islands, New Zealand (access by ship’s water shuttle, weather permitting)
• 18-19 Sep - Cruising the Tasman Sea
• 20 Sep - Arrive Sydney, Australia

Please note prices are subject to availability at time of booking and may change without notice. Solo traveller fares available on request - call us on 1300 414 198 for details.

107-night World Cruise - round trip from Sydney - departs 04 Jun 2023

107-night World Cruise - round trip from Brisbane - departs 06 Jun 2023

• Interior cabin from $26,999 pp twin share/ $57,035 pp sole use*
• B​alcony cabin from $34,999 pp twin share / $73,035 pp sole use*
• Mini-Suite cabin from $48,799 pp twin share / $100,635 pp sole use*

You can also choose from a huge range of shorter segments, including:

• London (Dover) to New York - 21 nights - departing 26 Jul 2023
• Sydney to Dubai - 22 nights - departing 04 Jun 2023
• Dubai to London (Dover) - 30 nights - departing 26 Jun 2023
• New York to Sydney - 34 nights - departing 16 Aug 2023
• Brisbane to London (Dover) - 50 nights - departing 06 Jun 2023
• Sydney to London (Dover) - 52 nights - departing 04 Jun 2023
• London (Dover) to Sydney - 55 nights - departing 26 Jul 2023
• London (Dover) to Brisbane - 57 nights - departing 26 Jul 2023

Call our local travel team on 1300 414 198 to secure your cabin on this popular cruise!

Coral Princess , with more than 700 balcony staterooms was custom built to navigate the historic Panama Canal. Be sure to try the Bayou Café and Steakhouse, which features New Orleans-inspired Cajun and Creole cuisine, join friends for cocktails and Movies Under the Stars® by the pool or try some decadent treats at the International Café.

Features include:

• Traditional Dining - Provence and Bordeaux Dining Rooms
• Specialty Dining - Sabatini’s Italian Trattoria & Bayou Cafe and Steakhouse
• Princess Theatre
• Movies Under the Stars®
• The Sanctuary
• Pool and hot tubs
• Fitness Centre
• International Cafe

Travel at 60 and supplier booking conditions apply.

D​iscount of $500 per person is only applicable when booking the complete world cruise itinerary. Not available for sector cruises.

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• Crown November 23rd, 2024 Sydney round-trip
• From Sydney ›
• 10 nights ›

With Rooms Starting At Only $89.30 Per Day, You Don't Have to Postpone Your Vacation to Next Year

Join the Crown Princess and prepare for ten nights of leisurely travel across the sea from Sydney and back!

Visiting very uncommon ports such as Moreton, Port Douglas, and Cairns makes this cruise noteworthy. This route is an interesting one for the Crown. In fact, it sails it just once.

This price includes all meals, entertainment, taxes, and fees. No surprises at checkout! Offered at under $90 a day, this deal is incredible.

The Crown Princess

More than 3,000 travelers can comfortably cruise on this highly-rated Princess Crown class vessel, based in the South Pacific and refurbished only two years ago in 2022.

The Crown Princess wows guests with a gym, a spa, a basketball court, a jacuzzi, a minigolf course, a casino, and an outdoor movie theater.

Pricing Information

Since it was first listed on April 4th of last year, The price of this cruise has fluctuated between $713 and $1,143 for a room, including $145 in taxes and port fees. This graph shows the price over time for every type of cabin.

Your Itinerary

This sailing includes five days at sea and four port days. Highlights include visits to exotic stops like Moreton, Port Douglas, and Cairns.

Alternate Sailings

The Crown sails this route once this year. The Splendor also sails a route with the same stops but a slightly different schedule. In the accompanying graphic you can see a visualization of when this ship sails as well as the relative price.

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Sydney Harbour Bridge. Australia.

Circular Quay is the perfect place to start exploring Sydney. You can find the Opera House here, and Harbour Bridge is within walking distance. Stride into one of the many walking and pub tours that leave from here. Just 20 minutes away, you can stretch your legs on the iconic Harbour Bridge walk, the first of its kind in the world.

People enjoying Manly beach in Sydney, Australia

Bondi Beach gets all the attention, but Manly Beach in the Northern Beaches is a bit more local. The Corso is lined with shops and restaurants, including local favorite, Hugo's. If surfing is your thing, this is the place to be. The walk from Spit Bridge to Manly is a fantastic way to soak in the city's coastline.

Walk Watsons

Hop on the ferry or one of the regular buses that go to Watsons Bay to enjoy the scenic hike around South Head. During your journey, you'll enjoy views of Sydney Harbour, North Head, the historic Hornby Lighthouse and, of course, the sapphire-blue Pacific Ocean. The Gap offers breathtaking views of the sea from the rocky cliffside.

Local Cuisine

With all the water surrounding you, it's no surprise seafood takes center stage on many plates in the city. Head to Sydney Fish Market for giant Sydney Rock oysters or classic fish and ships. Stop into a local pie shop for a traditional Australian meat pie, or explore Sydney's international side with udon or ramen noodles at a Japanese noodle bar, or seek out shrimp dumplings in Chinatown.

There are plenty of shopping malls in the heart of the city, including Westfield Mall, Pitt Street Mall and the wonderful Queen Victoria Building, which is now a shopping mall featuring top designers. Seek out cutting boards made from local camphor laurel — they're not only beautiful but also have natural antimicrobial properties. During your Sydney cruise vacation, look for jewelry made from opal, the national gemstone of Australia.

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Why the best way to see Australia is on a cruise

K nown for its epic road and rail trips through the vast, open countryside of the dusty Outback , Australia is often overlooked by Brits as a cruise destination. Yet the world’s largest island has over 37,000 miles of coastline fronting the Southern, Pacific and Indian Oceans, plus various smaller seas. Even the locals know the appeal of the sea, with 85 per cent of Australians living within 50km of the coast.

As a result, almost every kind of cruise imaginable can be found here; be it on a mega-ship with stacks of facilities; a boutique brand with a more refined air; a luxurious riverboat; or an expedition ship that can venture to truly out-of-the-way places. And with most of Australia's key attractions and cities scattered around its fringes, explorations by cruise (preferably topped and tailed with land-based touring) can pack any number of Down Under wonders into a single trip.

I've been lucky enough to visit Australia more than a dozen times, and some of my greatest memories are of experiences that I've had from the deck of a ship. I once set sail to New Zealand from Sydney, with the tiles atop the Opera House gleaming in the sunshine as we passed, and far from land on the Great Barrier Reef, I leaned over the railings to marvel at its underwater patchwork of cobalt and turquoise in an otherwise midnight-blue sea. 

Perhaps the most incredible experience of all was a cruise in the Kimberley : the little-visited wilderness region at the top of Western Australia. It's vast and sparsely populated – bigger than Britain but with fewer residents than a mid-sized English town – and its attractions are so remarkable that they would be crowded with visitors were they easier to access. But on a small-ship sailing with Coral Expeditions, I was one of just 120 guests exploring the waterfalls, reefs and ancient rock art for which the Kimberley is famed.

At the uninhabited Lacepede Islands, we saw seabirds and turtles in mind-boggling numbers. In Talbot Bay, we powered through one-of-a-kind Horizontal Falls in a Zodiac. And at Montgomery Reef, we watched a coral-encrusted plateau seemingly rise from the sea on a falling tide. 

It wasn’t only the epic landscapes and their intriguing wildlife – humpback whales, lemon sharks, saltwater crocs – that impressed. Etched in my memory is the experience of first seeing the Wandjina (ancient rock art). These alien beings stare down from rock art galleries across the region: a symbol of the oldest continuous culture on the planet, and of the Indigenous people's long connection to the land. A land littered with surprises best experienced by boat. 

Classic Kimberley 

Remote, isolated and with little infrastructure for land-based journeys, there are few parts of the world as suited to expedition cruises as the Kimberley. Explore it with Coral Expeditions – the pioneers of cruising in the region – on a formula perfected over four decades of operations. Itineraries are timed to experience key sites at optimal tidal phases: expect to see Montgomery Reef being drained by dozens of miniature cascades, and Horizontal Falls at its powerful best.

How to do it

Ten-night cruises between Darwin and Broome with Coral Expeditions operate between April and September and cost from £3,965pp; excludes flights.

Aussie icons

Sydney Opera House and the Great Barrier Reef are two of Australia’s most recognisable icons. Experience both with Princess Cruises, whose journeys up the eastern seaboard from Sydney to tropical North Queensland stop in Cairns for reef and Daintree Rainforest excursions, and Airlie Beach, gateway to the gorgeous Whitsunday Islands. 

How to do it 

A 16-night Sydney & Queensland Showcase cruise-and-stay from Cruise Kings (0800 197 8050) includes an 11-night round-trip cruise from Sydney aboard Majestic Princess and a three-night pre-cruise Sydney stay from £2,799pp. Departs January 26 & March 26 2024;  departs September 8 2023; includes flights. . 

Southern comforts

Make the festive season extra-special on a cruise along Australia’s entire south coast, taking in nine ports of call. Esperance, Adelaide, Cape Le Grand National Park and Kangaroo Island are among the highlights, with shore excursion that include wine tastings and local wildlife sightings. Better still, spend Christmas Day at sea before arriving in Sydney for a two-night stay that coincides with New Year’s Eve.

The 14-night Australia Intensive Voyage from Perth to Melbourne with Azamara Cruises (0344 4934016) departs December 21 2023 & December 20 2024 and costs from £2,859pp. Excludes flights. 

Over the top 

Nobody is more qualified to share Australia’s stories than its traditional owners and custodians. On a voyage through remote Barrier Reef islands en route to Cape York and Arnhem Land, you will meet indigenous Torres Strait islanders and other Aboriginal peoples to experience their culture, art and homelands, including Garig Gunak Barlu National Park. Along the way, spy dugongs, turtles, saltwater crocodiles and the birdlife of Kakadu’s wetlands.

A 13-night Australia's Top End cruise from Cairns to Darwin with Scenic (0808 273 6069; scenic.co.uk ) departs April 28 2024 and costs from £11,108pp. Excludes flights. 

Murray river flow 

River cruises are rare down under, ­making an active experience on the mighty Murray – the nation’s principal waterway – all the more remarkable. Murray River Trails offers short cruises aboard a 12-berth houseboat, with a daily programme of guided walks and activities. The small-group, into-the-wild nature of the experience lends itself to wildlife encounters, with sightings of echidnas, emus, koalas and ­unusual native birds all possible. It is a fascinating insight into authentic inland Australia.

The three-night Murray River Walk departs May–Sep and costs from £1,500pp. Excludes flights. 

Kim and swim

The Kimberley may have beguiling blue waters, but dips in the sea are foolhardy (and forbidden) due to the dangerous saltwater crocodiles that call the region home. Sidestep that inconvenience on a voyage with Ponant, which combines classic Kimberley elements ­(Montgomery Reef, Horizontal Falls) with the little-visited Rowley Shoals – one of the world’s most sensational snorkelling and diving destinations. Located west of Broome, in the Timor Sea, these croc-free coral atolls brim with colourful sea life.

An eight-night cruise round-trip from Broome departs September 8 2023 and costs from £11,835pp through Mundy Adventures (020 7399 7630; mundyadventures.co.uk ); includes flights. 

Queensland immersion 

Take a deep dive down under on a Great Barrier Reef & Beyond itinerary with Windstar Cruises. This holiday is particularly good for wildlife-lovers. Look out for wedge-tailed shearwaters, sooty terns and noddies while passing Willis Island; spot dingoes on sandy Fraser Island; and cuddle a koala at Australia Zoo (established by the late Steve Irwin). Show-stopping Whitehaven Beach is an unforgettable trip highlight.

An 11-night sailing from Cairns to Melbourne with Windstar Cruises (0808 178 2233; windstarcruises.com ) departs December 6 2023 and costs from £7,499pp. Includes flights and pre-cruise overnight in Cairns. 

Western wonders 

Unlike the Barrier Reef, which clings to the continental shelf, magnificent Ningaloo Reef fringes Western Australia’s coast. Discover it and the archipelagos of Abrolhos, Monte Bello and Dampier on a small-ship expedition that mixes snorkelling and shipwrecks with whale-watching and indigenous rock art. Enhance the experience by foraging and fishing for mud crabs and oysters, or take sightseeing to new heights in the ship’s helicopter. 

How to do it  

The 10-night West Coast Explorer cruise with True North sails from Fremantle to Dampier on March 7 2024 and costs from £12,208pp. Excludes flights

Island state

Raw nature meets colonial history and premium produce in Tasmania, not to mention one-of-a-kind wildlife such as white wallabies and Tasmanian devils. Sip local cool-climate wines and visit the likes of Bruny Island and Wineglass Bay while sailing from Hobart. The cruise is complemented with a self-drive exploration of the island’s west and north coast regions.

A 17-night holiday with Tasmanian Odyssey (01534 735449) combining Coral Expeditions' 10-night Coastal Wilds or Coastal Treks cruise with a 7-night self-drive land tour costs from £5,475pp. Departs Jan–Feb 2024 & 2025; excludes flights. 

All the way

Go all out and see more of the continent on a full circumnavigation of the vast island. Sail the Coral, Timor and Tasman Seas, the Indian Ocean and the Great Australian Bight on an odyssey starting and finishing in Sydney. Travelling via every coastal state and territory, ports of call include cosmopolitan Melbourne, tropical Darwin, lively Fremantle and Phillip Island with its unforgettable koala and penguin encounters. 

A 34-night Australian Panorama sailing with Oceania Cruises is available through Mundy Cruising (020 7399 7670; mundycruising.co.uk ) from £8,729pp, including flights. Departs December 22 2024.

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