Australia & New Zealand Cruises
Cruising close to home means no long-haul flight: sail from Sydney, Melbourne or Brisbane to Tasmania, Milford Sound, Auckland and the Bay of Islands. We compare Australia and New Zealand cruise deals for couples, families and groups.
Best time for a Australia & New Zealand cruise
The Australian cruise season runs mainly from October to April, matching the southern summer. New Zealand itineraries are most popular from November to March.
Popular ports and highlights
- Sydney
- Melbourne
- Hobart, Tasmania
- Milford and Doubtful Sound
- Auckland
- Bay of Islands
- Tauranga
- Wellington
Cruise lines that sail here
- Princess Cruises
- Celebrity Cruises
- Royal Caribbean
- Holland America Line
- Norwegian Cruise Line
- MSC Cruises
Typical cruise length and departure ports
Short getaways of 3 to 5 nights, 10 to 14 night New Zealand cruises and longer round-Australia voyages are all available. Sailings from Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane are the most popular.
Compare Australia & New Zealand cruise deals with Book My Holiday
Book My Holiday is a Melbourne travel agency. Tell us your travel dates, budget and preferred cruise line and we will prepare a free personalised quote, including international flights, hotels and transfers if you need them. See our latest cruise deals and promotions, international flights and hotels.
Itineraries, seasons and cruise lines change from year to year, so we confirm current sailings and fares in your personalised quote.
Australia & New Zealand cruise questions
Do I need a passport for a New Zealand cruise?
Yes. New Zealand cruises visit international ports, so you need a valid passport, and some travellers also need a visa or electronic travel authority. Check current requirements before you travel.
Can I cruise from Melbourne?
Many cruise lines sail from Melbourne in the cruise season, usually to Tasmania, Sydney and New Zealand. Tell us your preferred port and dates and we will find options.