Cruise to Bali from Sydney

Voyages from Sydney to Bali run between 13 and 18 nights, with a median of 15 nights at sea. Every sailing is operated by Oceania Cruises, a line that built its reputation on gourmet dining, unhurried itineraries and a guest-to-crew ratio that larger ships simply cannot match. All 6 sailings are one-way, finishing in Bali — so if Sydney is home, a domestic flight brings you back; if Bali is closer to your base, the ship is your way in.

Cruising from Sydney to Bali

These are genuine ocean voyages, not short hops. Sailing from Sydney across the waters to Bali, you have two weeks or more to settle into the rhythm of the ship before you arrive. That unhurried pace is exactly what Australian cruising at this level is designed for — long enough to explore the ship properly, relax thoroughly and arrive somewhere genuinely different.

Because every sailing is one-way, your logistics are straightforward: board in Sydney and disembark in Bali, or plan it the other way around by checking cruises to Bali from elsewhere in Australia. If you are flying in from interstate to join the ship in Sydney, that domestic leg is a fraction of the effort of a long-haul flight — and CruiseAway can book it, along with any pre-cruise hotel night or transfer, as part of your DreamAway Package.

Why choose a Bali cruise from Sydney?

For anyone based on the east coast, Sydney is one of the most convenient cruise departure points in the country. You can drive to the terminal, board the ship, and be at sea the same afternoon — no airport, no check-in queues, no long-haul flight before your holiday has even started. For travellers coming from other states, a short domestic flight to Sydney is still the simplest way to join a ship of this calibre.

Oceania’s smaller ships — carrying around 1,250 guests each — are built for the kind of destination-focused travel that suits a longer voyage to Bali. The itinerary is the point, and the ship is designed to match it: fine dining, a relaxed pace and the sort of personal service you notice from the first afternoon on board.

One departure has a discount of up to 12% off the price previously listed for that cabin grade — so it is worth comparing dates when you search.

Which ships sail from Sydney to Bali?

Three Oceania ships operate these voyages: Marina, Riviera and Aurelia. Each carries around 1,250 guests and shares the Oceania hallmarks — multiple included restaurants, attentive service and cabins finished to a standard that feels closer to a boutique hotel than a typical cruise ship. Here is what sets each one apart.

Marina

Marina’s signature feature is the only cooking school at sea, where you can roll up your sleeves between port calls and learn from culinary professionals — then dine across 6 gourmet restaurants that evening, all included in your fare with no surcharges. The ratio of 800 crew to 1,250 guests means service is genuinely attentive rather than stretched thin, and cabins are styled in fine timber and rich textiles with the exclusive Prestige Tranquility bed made just for Oceania. For cabin choices on Marina, see the Marina cabins and deck plans.

Riviera

Riviera shares the same cooking school concept and 6-restaurant dining model, with menus inspired by the legendary chef Jacques Pépin — all included in your fare. With just 1,250 guests aboard, the ship has a quietness and intimacy that you feel on day one. If you are weighing up cabins and deck positions, the Riviera cabins and deck plans page covers everything you need.

Aurelia

Aurelia brings the same Oceania philosophy to this route. For a full breakdown of grades and layouts, visit the Aurelia cabins and deck plans.

What cabin grades are available?

Cabin grades vary slightly between ships. Below are the options for Marina and Aurelia, ordered from interior through to suite, so you can find the grade that suits your budget and your preferences.

Marina cabin grades

• Inside cabin F — 16 m²: A well-appointed interior cabin with complimentary soft drinks and Vero Water® daily from the chilled minibar — a benefit not standard at this price point on most ships. Sleeps 2.
• Ocean-view cabin C — 22 m²: Floor-to-ceiling panoramic windows flood the cabin with natural daylight and an unobstructed sea view. Noticeably brighter than any inside cabin. Sleeps 2.
• Concierge Balcony cabin A1 (upper decks) — 27 m²: A private teak balcony gives you your own outdoor space with a sea view right outside the cabin door — not available in inside or ocean-view grades. Sleeps 2.
• Owner’s Suite OS — 185 m²: The largest suite on board at 185 m², offering twice the living space of the Oceania Suite and five times that of a Penthouse Suite. Sleeps up to 4.

Full deck-by-deck details are on the Marina cabins and deck plans page.

Aurelia cabin grades

• Inside cabin G — 14 m²: Located exclusively on Deck 4, a lower, quiet deck position with minimal wave motion — well suited to guests who are sensitive to ship movement. Sleeps up to 4.
• Ocean-view cabin C — 15 m²: A large panoramic window with an unobstructed sea view provides natural daylight without the balcony surcharge. Sleeps up to 4.
• Concierge Level Balcony cabin A1 — 20 m²: A private balcony gives direct access to fresh sea air and outdoor space unavailable to interior and ocean-view guests. Sleeps up to 4.
• Owner’s Suite OS — 92 m²: The largest suites on board at 92 m², designed as a private residence at sea and offering almost twice the living space of the Oceania Suite. Sleeps up to 4.

See the Aurelia cabins and deck plans for full layouts and positions by deck.

How much does a Sydney to Bali cruise cost?

Fares start from A$4,275 pp* for these one-way voyages. Prices vary by ship, cabin grade and departure date, with the longer 18-night sailings naturally priced above the shorter 13-night options. At least 1 departure carries a reduction of up to 12% off the price previously listed for that cabin grade — worth checking when you compare dates.

Our cruise experts can walk you through the fare inclusions across each grade — Oceania’s base fares already cover all dining across the included restaurants, so there are fewer on-board add-ons to budget for than you might expect on other lines. Call or chat with the team to make sure you are comparing like for like.

Make it a full holiday

Because every voyage here is one-way, the two ends of the trip each need a plan. If Sydney is home, you simply arrive at the terminal; if you are flying in from another state or territory, CruiseAway can book that domestic flight as part of your package. At the Bali end, whether you want a few nights in a resort before flying home or a transfer straight to the airport, our team handles the details through a DreamAway Package — flights, hotels, transfers and tours, built around your cruise as a single booking.

We are cruise specialists, which means every booking starts with the cruise and builds outward. Our cruise experts know these ships and these routes, and the Best Price Guarantee means you are not paying more by booking through us than you would direct.

Popular routes and Bali cruise highlights

Sydney is one of Australia’s most active cruise departure ports, with sailings fanning out across the Pacific, Asia and beyond. The Bali route is one of the more immersive options available, combining open-ocean days with a destination that feels genuinely different to the Pacific island circuits. For other long-haul routes from the same port, cruises from Sydney to New Zealand and cruises from Sydney to the South Pacific are popular alternatives.

If Bali is your destination but you have flexibility on where you board, cruises to Bali from elsewhere in Australia and voyages operating the Singapore to Sydney corridor may suit — some itineraries on that route call at Bali along the way. For a broader look at what is sailing from Australian ports, cruises around Australia in 2027 and the full Australia cruises hub are good starting points, and the oz cruises page covers the widest range of Australian departures. Our full cruises search lets you filter by departure port, duration and cruise line to find exactly the right sailing.

Other Sydney departures worth considering

Not every trip from Sydney heads to Southeast Asia. If you are open to different directions, Sydney to Hawaii in 2027 and Sydney to Fiji are two of the most searched routes from the same port. Cruises from Melbourne are another option if that city is more convenient as a starting point.

For Oceania’s longer voyages — grand journeys that cover far more of the world than a single two-week passage — the Oceania world cruise and grand voyages page is worth a look if Bali feels like a stepping stone rather than the whole trip.

*Prices are per person based on 2 people sharing, and are subject to change. This price is not kept up to date and therefore does not reflect live pricing and availability. Prices and any discounts shown were checked on 14 October 2026.

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.