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Encircled by sea, a small ship or ocean cruise is the perfect way to discover Australia’s stunning coastlines. From the rugged Kimberley or the extraordinary landscapes of Tasmania to culturally rich Arnhem land or tropical Far North Queensland where the rainforest meets the sea, there is ample choice in our collection of 297 Australia cruises.

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Australia's Iconic Kimberley

11 Days Broome to Darwin

Operator: Ponant

From 11,687

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Discover the Kimberley Coastline: An Ancient Wil...

11 Days Darwin to Broome

Operator: Scenic

From 43,106

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Whitsundays Cruise

5 Days Brisbane to Brisbane

Operator: P&O Cruises

From 746

Comedy Cruise

4 Days Sydney to Sydney

Operator: P&O Cruises

From 595

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Cunard

(12) Reviews

For over 180 years Cunard have set the bar, and then raised it. Cunard's rich history and unrivalled seafaring knowledge means that Cunard has grown into...more

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Budget:Luxury

Known For:Royal Fleet

Fleet Size:4

Ponant

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It's time to join Ponant's team of experienced naturalist guides and expedition experts to discover some of the world’s most distant and sought-after shores,...more

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Budget:Luxury

Known For:Luxury Expeditions

Fleet Size:13

Celebrity Cruises

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Set sail on the vacation of a lifetime aboard one of Celebrity's award-winning cruise ships. The luxurious fleet merges cutting-edge technology with welcoming...more

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Budget:Premium

Known For:Real Lawn at Sea

Fleet Size:14

Discover Popular highlights of a cruise around Australia's coastlines

Whimsical Whitsundays

A breathtaking archipelago of turquoise water, 74 lush tropical islands, and white sand beaches. Once you drop anchor in Cid Harbour, you may not want to leave.

Tasmania’s Wineglass Bay

Admire Tasmania’s stunning coastal scenery, from beautiful headlands to hidden nooks, crowned by the ridges of Freycinet National Park that offer sweeping views of Wineglass Bay.

The Marine Life of Ningaloo

Explore this stunning reef fringing Australia’s west coast. Don a snorkel to discover a vibrant underwater world or spot migrating humpback whales breaching above the surface.

Cruise Horizontal Falls

Get up close to the marbled white and turquoise wall of water thundering between two steep craggy gorges. A thrilling experience and an absolute highlight of your Kimberley Coast small ship cruise.

The Traditions of Arnhem Land

Be enchanted by the deep rooted customs and incredible arts of Arnhem Land and greeted by traditional Welcome to Country ceremonies as you cruise this historically and culturally rich coastline.

Recent Reviews What our clients are saying about their cruise journeys around Australia

The Break Away Max and Janice, NSW, Australia, Nov 2024

It was a great short break - everything was perfect from the booking in and cabin staff to the neverending quality food and wait service. I could not fault any of the staff involved that made our lives easy and restful. Disembarking was a breeze following the instructions and procedures. Will book again definitely.

Cruise Southern Australia Janice and Alan, NSW, Australia, Oct 2024

Booking online with Georgie has aways been a delight. She is very attentive to our wants and needs. Responding with alternatives and giving us options. Our trip went without any issues and we enjoyed exploring different cities throughout our journey. Thank you for support and will definitely book through you again.

Whitsundays Cruise Norman and Sandra , QLD, Australia, Oct 2024

For our 1st ever cruise it was a wonderful learning curve finding and exploring our way through the ship and its activities and amenities. The journey sampling the many choices for dining on board was exceptional with the outstanding staff and service, highlighted by the celebrity restaurant where we celebrated Sandra's Birthday along with Thomas Gamble ...read more

An amazing cruise from Darwin to Cairns Elizabeth and Barry, QLD, Australia, Sep 2024

Our trip was perfect from the time of booking to the time of arriving home. Tracey was amazing to deal with, she answered all our queries promptly and liaised with Scenic, taking that effort away from us. We would certainly book through Tracey at Global Journeys for our next trip. We enjoyed every minute of the Scenic Eclipse 2 cruise, our room with ...read more

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27 February, 2024
Cunard's Great Australian Culinary Journey 2025
Embark on a culinary odyssey like no other as Cunard's Great Australian Culinary Voyage returns in February 2025, promising an unforgettable experience for enthusiasts of fine dining and exploration aboard the Queen Elizabeth. This 6-day roundtrip voyage from Sydney is where the culinary...

14 November, 2022
Welcome to Australia Virgin Voyages
Australia will welcome its first Virgin Voyages ship at the end of 2023 with the arrival of the Resilient Lady. Resilient Lady will be cruising her way to Australia by way of a 44 night trans-continental cruise from Athens to Sydney and once here will embark on short trips (around 2 nights) to...

23 June, 2022
Le Ponant's New 2023 Kimberley Cruises
Ponant has unveiled its Kimberley experiences on board Le Ponant for next year. Cruises are open now for the expedition program on board the three-masted sailing yacht commencing on the 7th of April 2023 with 26 new cruise departures covering the Northern Kimberley, Southern Kimberley,...

09 June, 2022
Welcome Home Pacific Explorer
P&O's Pacific Explorer has made it's highly anticipated return to Sydney after 2 years away, marking the long awaited restart of cruising in the region. Pacific Explorer became the first cruise ship to return to Australia in more than two years, passing through Sydney Heads at about...

Common Questions Common questions about cruising Australia

Is cruising a good way to see Australia?

Australia has approximately 35,000 km of stunning coastline, is one of the larger countries in the world and is the only one of its size completely surrounded by water. The coastline includes the Pacific, Indian and Southern oceans and offers a huge diversity of reefs, natural landscapes and stunning cities which...read more

When is the best time to cruise Australia?

Although Australia is a year round cruise destination, the main cruise season is from October to April. The greatest selection of departures are available during these summer months which are perfect for visiting Australia's coastal towns and stunning beaches. By contrast, the winter months of May, June, July...read more