South Pacific & Australia Cruises: Sailings, Embarkations & Ports of Call
55 ships from 22 cruise lines across 19 countries
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Upcoming sailings calling in South Pacific & Australia, earliest departure first.
South Pacific & Australia cruises at a glance
Waterways Cruise lists 650 upcoming sailings on 55 ships from 22 cruise lines visiting South Pacific & Australia, calling at 127 places. Cruises can start in Sydney, Auckland, Papeete, Lautoka, Darwin, Brisbane and 11 more and end in Auckland, Brisbane, Broome, Cairns, Darwin, Dunedin and 11 more.
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11 Days One-Way from Lautoka to Papeete
Silver Whisper
13 Days One-Way from Port Moresby to Cairns
Emerald Xara
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13 Days One-Way from Cairns to Sydney
Scenic Eclipse 2
13 Days One-Way from Cairns to Port Moresby
Emerald Xara
21 Days One-Way from Sydney to Auckland
Scenic Eclipse 2
8 Days One-Way from Sydney to Hobart
Scenic Eclipse 2
14 Days One-Way from Port Moresby to Benoa
Emerald Xara
24 Days One-Way from Port Moresby to Darwin
Emerald Xara
14 Days One-Way from Hobart to Auckland
Scenic Eclipse 2
Ships by type: 49 ocean 4 river 5 expedition · a ship that visits several places here is counted once; an expedition ship that also sails as an ocean ship appears under both types.
Cruises in South Pacific & Australia by country
Compare South Pacific & Australia cruise lines
Princess Cruises has the most upcoming sailings among South Pacific & Australia cruise lines (125). Starting fares run from $175 per person. Most sailings last 9–47 nights, and the most common length is 14 nights.
Ocean cruise lines (21)
Ultra-luxury cruise lines (4)
| Cruise line | Upcoming sailings | Lowest starting fare | Typical length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silversea Cruises | 56 | $4,300 | 10–28 nights (typically 10) |
| Regent Seven Seas Cruises | 55 | $14,398 | 10–32 nights (typically 14) |
| Seabourn Cruises | 36 | $7,810 | 15–81 nights (typically 10) |
| Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection | 5 | $8,300 | 5–12 nights (typically 12) |
Luxury cruise lines (4)
| Cruise line | Upcoming sailings | Lowest starting fare | Typical length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oceania Cruises | 38 | $3,300 | 13–62 nights (typically 14) |
| Ponant Cruises | 38 | $2,090 | 9–16 nights (typically 10) |
| Scenic Cruises | 18 | $8,196 | 11–23 nights (typically 13) |
| Aurora Expeditions | 1 | $30,171 | 25 nights |
Premium cruise lines (7)
| Cruise line | Upcoming sailings | Lowest starting fare | Typical length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Azamara Cruises | 43 | $2,779 | 13–68 nights (typically 14) |
| Windstar Cruises | 39 | $2,501 | 9–39 nights (typically 21) |
| Viking Cruises | 28 | $6,099 | 12–90 nights (typically 12) |
| Crystal Cruises | 17 | $5,250 | 12–38 nights (typically 15) |
| Emerald Cruises | 16 | $8,017 | 12–24 nights (typically 23) |
| Hapag-Lloyd Cruises | 16 | $10,902 | 16–23 nights (typically 17) |
| Lindblad Expeditions | 4 | $25,000 | 10–17 nights (typically 10) |
Contemporary cruise lines (6)
| Cruise line | Upcoming sailings | Lowest starting fare | Typical length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Princess Cruises | 125 | $175 | 4–51 nights (typically 13) |
| Cunard | 25 | $3,159 | 17–66 nights (typically 66) |
| Norwegian Cruise Line | 24 | $829 | 8–18 nights (typically 11) |
| Celebrity Cruises | 23 | $692 | 6–15 nights (typically 10) |
| Holland America | 22 | $1,989 | 14–42 nights (typically 14) |
| Royal Caribbean | 21 | $379 | 3–18 nights (typically 3) |
Cruise embarkation and disembarkation
Cruise lines sailing in South Pacific & Australia (22)
Ocean cruise lines (21)
Ultra-luxury cruise lines (4)
Luxury cruise lines (4)
Premium cruise lines (7)
Contemporary cruise lines (6)
River cruise lines (1)
Premium cruise lines (1)
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Frequently asked questions about South Pacific & Australia cruises
Can you start or end a cruise in South Pacific & Australia?
Yes. Cruises start in Sydney, Auckland, Papeete, Lautoka, Darwin, Brisbane, Fremantle, Melbourne and 9 more. Cruises end in Auckland, Brisbane, Broome, Cairns, Darwin, Dunedin, Fremantle, Hobart and 9 more.
How many places do cruises visit in South Pacific & Australia?
127 South Pacific & Australia places are visited by 55 ships from 22 cruise lines.
Which cruise lines sail to South Pacific & Australia?
22 cruise lines sail to South Pacific & Australia, including American Cruise Lines, Aurora Expeditions, Azamara Cruises, Celebrity Cruises, Crystal Cruises, Cunard and 16 more.
Created by the Waterways Cruise content team and reviewed and fact-checked by J. Richard, Sr. Cruise Travel Agent and Founder of Waterways Cruise.
Published October 4, 2026 · Last updated October 31, 2026
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