Australia and New Zealand Cruises in 2027

Where Do Australia and New Zealand 2027 Cruises Go?

Australia and New Zealand together form one of the great long-haul cruise destinations, and 2027 sailings cover the full sweep — from the harbour cities of Sydney and Brisbane to the fjords and national parks of New Zealand, with side routes into Southeast Asia and across the South Pacific. Most of these sailings are one-way itineraries, so it is worth reading your chosen voyage carefully — a one-way cruise ending at a port abroad will need a flight home, and our team can book that alongside your cruise so nothing is left loose.

Which Regions Are Most Popular in 2027?

Australian coastal itineraries make up the largest share of what is on sale — think east-coast rounders calling at Sydney, Brisbane and Perth (Fremantle), together with dedicated sailings around the west coast. Combined Australia and New Zealand voyages are the next most popular: these longer itineraries typically cross the Tasman Sea and call at Auckland as well as Australian ports. New Zealand-focused sailings give the most time in the islands’ own waters, while transpacific crossings and Polynesia routes add a genuinely different feel — longer at sea, with island calls that rarely appear on European itineraries.

A smaller number of sailings dip into Southeast Asia, including disembarkations at Singapore — a natural end point for itineraries that thread northward through the region. If you are considering a voyage that ends in Singapore, we can add the flight home and any hotel nights you want in the city.

Which Cruise Lines Sail to Australia and New Zealand in 2027?

Princess Cruises is the most prominent line in the 2027 programme, with the broadest choice of Australian and New Zealand itineraries. Carnival Cruise Line offers a strong alternative, particularly for families and those who want a lively, activity-led ship. Royal Caribbean and Celebrity Cruises both have meaningful programmes in the region, while Azamara suits travellers who prefer a smaller ship with longer port stays. Australia sailings with these lines depart from Australian ports rather than the UK, so you will be flying out to join the ship — something we can arrange as part of a Cruise1st Package that covers flights, hotels and transfers in one booking.

If you are drawn to a longer journey and want to see Australia as part of a grand voyage, world cruises in 2027 also pass through the region, calling at ports across multiple continents. The P&O Arcadia World Cruise 2027 and World Cruises 2027 with P&O Cruises are worth comparing if an extended voyage appeals.

Which Ships Are Sailing to Australia and New Zealand in 2027?

Grand Princess — Princess Cruises

Grand Princess is one of Princess’s most familiar ships in Australian waters. The open-air poolside cinema — Movies Under the Stars — gives you a giant screen, complimentary popcorn and blankets under the Southern Hemisphere sky, which is a rather pleasant way to spend an evening at sea. Crown Grill steakhouse serves aged cuts for a special dinner, and the International Café runs 24 hours for coffee and pastries whenever you surface. MedallionClass technology lets you order food and drinks delivered anywhere on board via the Princess app, which is genuinely useful on a longer voyage.

Cabin grades on Grand Princess run from compact to generous. If you want to compare layouts before booking, the Grand Princess cabins and deck plans page has the full breakdown. In brief:

• Inside cabin IA — 14.9 m², sleeps 4, on middle decks with central access to lifts and facilities
• Premium sea view O3 — 19.1 m², sleeps 4, floor-to-ceiling panoramic window with unobstructed sea view
• Premium Balcony cabin B2 — 25.5 m², sleeps 4, floor-to-ceiling glass sliding doors for an open-plan feel
• Grand Suite S1 with private hot tub — 67.8 m², sleeps 4, the largest suite on board with its own hot tub

Royal Princess — Princess Cruises

Named in Southampton by HRH The Princess of Wales in 2013, Royal Princess is Princess Cruises’ flagship Royal-class ship. The SeaWalk extends 18 metres out over the ocean, with a glass floor almost 40 metres above the waves — it’s the kind of feature you either love or approach very carefully. The Sanctuary adults-only retreat comes with a thermal suite, heated stone loungers and a hydrotherapy pool, which earns its place on a long Pacific crossing when you want genuine quiet. See the Royal Princess cabins and deck plans for stateroom details:

• Inside cabin IA — 15.4 m², sleeps 4, with minibar, safe and desk
• Sea-view cabin O6 — 20.0 m², sleeps 4, large panoramic window with a forward-facing ocean view
• Deluxe Balcony cabin DA — 23.4 m², sleeps 4, private balcony for breakfast or evening drinks
• Penthouse Suite S3 with aft balcony — from 54.5 m², sleeps 4, the most spacious cabin on board

Carnival Adventure — Carnival Cruise Line

If activity is your priority, Carnival Adventure delivers it in volume. The EDGE Adventure Park on deck runs zip-lining, rock climbing, abseiling and a flying fox — not the usual cruise-ship afternoon. Younger travellers are covered by Camp Ocean (ages 2–11), Circle C and Club O2 teen programmes, while adults who prefer peace can retreat to the Serenity adults-only area or the Cloud 9 Spa. Fahrenheit 555 Steakhouse, Bonsai Sushi and Blanc de Blanc Uncorked cabaret mean evenings hold their own against the daytime activity. Cabin options are detailed on the Carnival Adventure cabins and deck plans page:

• Inside cabin 4A — 15 m², sleeps 4, with walk-in wardrobe and generous storage for longer voyages
• Ocean-view cabin with Porthole PT — 15 m², sleeps 4, two round portholes on the ship’s quieter lower decks
• Balcony cabin 8A — 16 m², sleeps 4, private balcony with folding glass door
• Byron Beach Club Presidential Suite SB — 58 m², sleeps 4, flagship suite with expansive balcony and dressing area

Celebrity Edge — Celebrity Cruises

Celebrity Edge carries features that genuinely set it apart. The Magic Carpet — a cantilevered platform that travels 13 floors up the ship’s side — functions as a restaurant, bar and dedicated Dinner on the Edge venue, which is a memorable way to spend a Pacific evening. Infinite Veranda staterooms open the entire balcony wall into the cabin, giving you indoor-outdoor living that no other cruise line currently offers. The three-storey Eden venue hosts Cirque-style performers amid a living garden space. For cabin layouts, the Celebrity Edge cabins and deck plans page has everything you need.

Celebrity Cruises offers a few different fare approaches for 2027 sailings. The best-rate fare gives you the cruise itself and lets you add extras as you choose. The best-value fare bundles a classic drinks package and basic Wi-Fi in a single price — useful if you want to know what you are spending before you board. The Retreat tier covers premium drinks, premium Wi-Fi, suite accommodation, exclusive lounge access and dedicated personal service. Our team can walk you through which tier suits your plans. You can also browse Celebrity Cruises 2027 sailings or look at Celebrity 2027 cruises from Southampton if you are planning around a UK departure for a different voyage.

Anthem of the Seas — Royal Caribbean

Anthem of the Seas holds the Guinness World Record for the tallest viewing deck at sea — the North Star observation capsule reaches 300 feet above the waterline. The Two70° venue combines 4K immersive performances with a Bionic Bar serving robotic cocktails, and the RipCord by iFLY skydiving simulator adds to what is already one of Royal Caribbean’s most tech-rich ships. Deck plans are on the Anthem of the Seas cabins and deck plans page. Royal Caribbean fare types include last-minute offers and promotional fares such as reduced rates for third and fourth guests — our team can check current availability when you call.

Azamara Pursuit — Azamara

Azamara Pursuit carries just 777 guests, which changes the experience considerably. Azamara’s signature approach is longer time in port — overnights and late departures are standard rather than exceptional — so you can genuinely explore a place rather than tick it off a list. Complimentary AzAmazing Evenings, which are exclusive cultural events ashore, are included in the fare, as is dining at the Prime C and Aqualina specialty restaurants. The Azamara Pursuit cabins and deck plans page covers stateroom options in full.

Princess Cruises Fare Tiers for 2027

Princess Cruises in 2027 offers 2 main fare tiers worth understanding before you book. The Standard fare covers the cruise itself; beverages, Wi-Fi, crew appreciation and casual dining can be added. The Plus fare bundles all of those in — 4 casual dining meals per voyage, beverages up to the included limit, MedallionNet Max Wi-Fi, pre-paid crew appreciation, unlimited digital photographs plus prints, and reserved theatre seating. If you are weighing which tier suits your trip, our team can compare the numbers against how you typically cruise. You can also explore Australia 2027 cruises from Southampton for itineraries that pair with a UK departure, or our dedicated Australia fly-cruise 2027 page if you want flights bundled from the outset. Those planning around the wider region may also find the Princess Japan and Southeast Asia 2027–2028 programme worth a look.

Are There Deals on Australia and New Zealand 2027 Cruises?

A good number of sailings in the 2027 programme carry reduced fares. Discounts are measured from the price previously listed for that cabin grade on that sailing. The maximum reduction on a single departure reaches 50%, though that applies to 1 sailing; most reduced sailings are discounted by around 6%. If you want to know which specific departures are reduced at the time you are ready to book, our team can check live pricing. Fare types such as last-minute offers and early-booking rates come and go throughout the year, so it pays to call and ask what is current.

Planning Your Trip: Flights, Hotels and Transfers

The vast majority of these sailings embark in Australia, New Zealand or Singapore — which means a long-haul flight is part of the journey for most UK travellers. We can take care of that as part of a Cruise1st Package: flights, hotel nights before you board or after you disembark, transfers between airport and port, and insurance, all on one booking. If your voyage ends somewhere other than where it started — which applies to many one-way itineraries — we will sort the return leg too, so you are not left piecing it together yourself after a fortnight at sea.

For those interested in world voyages that pass through Australian and New Zealand waters, our Australia and New Zealand 2026–2027 cruises with Princess Cruises page is a useful starting point, and broader 2027 cruises across all destinations are available if you are still deciding on a region.

Why Book with Cruise1st?

Cruise1st is one of the UK’s leading cruise specialists, rated 4.5/5 on Trustpilot from more than 7,000 reviews. We are ABTA and ATOL protected, so your money is covered. Our team knows these itineraries in detail — which ship suits a family, which fare tier makes sense for a couple who drink wine with dinner, which cabin grade gives you the space you actually want on a 15-night crossing. That is specialist knowledge you will not find on a general travel site, and it is why our customers come back. Call us before you book and we will make sure the cabin, the fare and the extras are right for your trip.

Other 2027 Cruises to Consider

If you are still comparing options, Sydney 2027 cruises from Southampton and cruises from Singapore in 2027 narrow the choice by embarkation port. Those open to a different region in 2027 might also explore Mediterranean cruises in 2027 or all-inclusive Norwegian Fjords cruises in 2027 — both are popular alternatives for the same travel year. Our Australia cruises from the UK hub covers the broader picture if you are still deciding on the year, and cruises to New Zealand from the UK gives an overview of the destination across all dates.

Where a discount is shown, it is a reduction from the price previously listed for that cabin grade on that sailing, not a comparison between cabin grades or against a brochure rate. Discounts and prices shown are not kept up to date: the reduction available now may be smaller, or may have ended, and prices may have changed.