Australia covers plenty of ground, and its expansive terrain encompasses everything from pristine beaches to rugged Outback, coral reefs and cosmopolitan cities. With such a scintillating and diverse landscape available to explore by land and sea, it’s hardly surprising Australia is a popular cruise destination.
Whether it’s dedicated antipodean cruises you’re looking for, or stop-offs as part of a longer voyage to other countries, we’ve rounded up some of the best itineraries to help you plan your travels.
From epic multi-country voyages aboard giants of the sea to Scenic’s intimate 228-passenger Scenic Eclipse II, there are a range of routes and a variety of vessels, plus trips that cover myriad interests and hobbies, from sampling Hobart’s delectable oysters to some much-needed R&R on a secluded beach. Whatever you’re after, you’ll find there’s a cruise – and part of Australia – for everyone.
Princess Cruises: 7-day Queensland
Brisbane – Airlie Beach – Cairns – Port Douglas – Willis Island – Brisbane
Setting sail 10 February 2025, Princess Cruises’ seven-night Queensland round-trip from Brisbane calls at hotspots including Airlie Beach, Cairns and Port Douglas, and is a great option if you’d like to get acquainted with this northern Australian state. On board Diamond Princess you can expect to enjoy everything from freshly prepared sushi in the Kai Sushi restaurant to the renowned Izumi Japanese Bath, complete with sauna, steam room and hydrotherapy pool. Off-shore excursions include exploring Brisbane, and discovering the Great Barrier Reef by catamaran with an on-board marine biologist.
Departs 10 February 2025. Princess Standard fares start from £624pp, based on two sharing an inside stateroom; flights not included.
Viking Cruises: Komodo and the Australian Coast
Bali (Benoa) – Lombok – Komodo National Park (Slawi Bay) – Darwin – Thursday Island – Cairns – Townsville – Whitsunday Islands (Airlie Beach) – Brisbane – Newcastle – Sydney
Traversing both Australia’s legendary coastline and the Indonesian archipelago, Viking’s 16-night adventure aboard Viking Venues is guaranteed to be an animal- and culture-filled adventure. From…
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