Cruises from Sydney in February 2028

Where do February 2028 departures from Sydney go?

February is one of Sydney’s prime cruising months, and the range of sailings reflects that. The greatest concentration of departures heads through Australian waters and across to New Zealand, with a strong run of voyages into South East Asia and the South Pacific rounding out the close-to-home options. For travellers with more time, a handful of longer voyages reach as far as Japan and the Mediterranean. Durations range from short getaways of 3 nights up to grand voyages of 69 nights, with a median of 17 nights — so there is genuinely something here whether you want a fortnight away or a life-changing long voyage.

One thing worth knowing before you choose: 20 of the 28 departures are one-way voyages. That means the ship ends its journey in a different port — Auckland, Singapore, Yokohama (Tokyo), Benoa, Bali or Cape Town, among others — and a domestic or international flight connects the two ends of your trip. Our team can book that flight for you as part of a DreamAway Package, along with any hotels either side and transfers, so nothing is left loose.

Close to home — Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific

The largest share of February 2028 sailings from Sydney stays in the region, and for good reason. Australian coastal voyages let you explore your own backyard from the water — a very different perspective to driving or flying. These are popular with first-time cruisers and seasoned regulars alike, and the ships on these routes include some of the most well-known names in the Australian market.

Sydney to New Zealand is one of the classic Australasian runs, and February sailings make the most of the southern summer. Voyages on this route typically take in both the North and South Islands, with Auckland appearing as both a port of call and a disembarkation point for one-way travellers. If the voyage ends in Auckland, a short domestic or trans-Tasman flight brings you home — or we can extend the trip with a few nights in New Zealand before you return.

The South Pacific offers a more tropical flavour, with island-hopping itineraries that suit anyone who wants warm weather and a slower pace. These tend to be shorter voyages, which makes them a practical option if you have two weeks rather than a month to spare.

The long haul — South East Asia, Japan and the Mediterranean

For those with the time and appetite for a longer voyage, February 2028 sailings from Sydney also reach well beyond the Pacific. Several departures head north through South East Asian waters, with Singapore among the disembarkation ports — a city well worth spending a few extra days in before flying home. We can add those nights to your booking.

There is also a Japan sailing, finishing at Yokohama (Tokyo) — a rewarding end-point for a long Pacific voyage, with Tokyo easily reachable from the port. For anyone who has always wanted to combine a Pacific crossing with time in Japan, this is a rare opportunity to do both on one itinerary. See our full range of Japan cruises in 2028 for more options.

One sailing heads all the way to the Mediterranean — a grand voyage that crosses multiple oceans and calls at ports across several continents. If that is the scale of adventure you are looking for, this is worth exploring. Browse the broader cruises from Sydney in 2028 if you want to see what else is sailing before and after February.

Which cruise lines sail from Sydney in February 2028?

Six cruise lines have sailings from Sydney in February 2028, covering a wide spectrum from party-friendly and family-focused to ultra-luxury and expedition-style. Here is a quick guide to who is sailing and what they stand for.

Cunard leads the field with 5 departures. Known for its White Star Service and formal elegance, Cunard suits travellers who want a classic ocean liner experience. The Cunard 2027–2028 world cruise and season launch gives a fuller picture of the line’s programme.

Regent Seven Seas Cruises brings 4 sailings to the list. Regent’s all-inclusive model means fares cover a great deal from the outset — worth considering if you prefer to know your total spend before you board. See our Regent cruises in 2028 for the wider range.

Azamara Cruises, Carnival Cruise Lines and Royal Caribbean each contribute 3 sailings. Azamara is the boutique choice for travellers who want longer port stays and a more intimate ship. Carnival is the fun-first option, strong on entertainment and popular with families. Royal Caribbean brings its signature range of onboard activities and is a reliable choice for mixed-age groups.

Viking Ocean Cruises rounds out the six lines with 3 sailings. Viking’s adults-only ships appeal to travellers who want a culturally rich, understated experience without the bustle of a large resort-style vessel.

Also relevant to this season: Silversea Cruises and Holland America Line both have ships featured. Princess Cruises and Celebrity Cruises are worth checking for adjacent sailings if you are flexible on your departure date.

Ships sailing from Sydney in February 2028

Queen Anne — Cunard

Queen Anne is Cunard’s newest ship, having entered service in 2024, and it brings a fresh energy to the fleet without losing what makes Cunard unmistakable. The Art Deco-inspired interiors set a tone of considered elegance from the moment you step aboard. In the evenings, the Carinthia Lounge fills with live music and the Queens Room ballroom comes into its own — this is one of the few ships at sea where ballroom dancing is a genuine nightly ritual rather than a novelty. At the Golden Lion pub, Michelin-starred chef Michael Roux’s menu gives the classic British pub concept a serious upgrade.

Queen Anne carries 5 departures from Sydney in February 2028, making it the most represented ship in this month’s programme. Cabin grades range from a cosy interior to the grand Queens Grill Grand Suite:

• Britannia Inside cabin IA — 13.7 m². A personal cabin steward available around the clock, with daily turndown service included.
• Britannia Deluxe Ocean-view cabin EA — 21.9 m². Noticeably more spacious than the standard ocean-view grade, with a separate seating area.
• Britannia Club Balcony cabin A1 — 21.9 m². Comes with exclusive access to the Britannia Club Restaurant, where your table is reserved for every dinner.
• Queens Grill Grand Suite Q1 — 133.8 m². The largest suite category on board, and more than twice the size of the Master Suite. Suits guests who want a genuinely apartment-scale space at sea.

See the full Queen Anne cabins and deck plans before you choose your grade.

Cunard fares on these sailings come in several tiers. The Cunard Fare gives flexibility — you choose your stateroom, pay a low deposit, and can amend the booking up to the balance due date. Complimentary shuttle buses at ports are included. If you book late and prefer certainty over flexibility, the Saver fare offers a lower price in exchange for a pre-allocated stateroom and full payment at booking.

Anthem of the Seas — Royal Caribbean

Anthem of the Seas is one of Royal Caribbean’s activity-led ships, and the range of things to do on board is genuinely wide. The North Star observation pod lifts guests above the upper deck for views across the ocean — a feature that is particularly striking on a South Pacific crossing. On deck, the FlowRider surf simulator and SeaPlex multi-sport venue (which converts between ice rink, bumper cars and circus space) make it easy to fill a sea day. Families do very well here, and the adults-only Solarium pool gives those who want a quieter afternoon somewhere to escape.

For cabin options, explore the Anthem of the Seas deck plans:

• Inside cabin with virtual balcony 1U — 15.4 m². A high-resolution screen streams a live sea view directly into the cabin, giving the feel of an ocean outlook without the balcony price.
• Ocean-view cabin 2P — a generously proportioned cabin with sofa and natural light from the ocean-facing window.
• Large Balcony cabin 2G — a spacious layout with double sofa bed, well suited to families or longer voyages.
• Royal Loft Suite RL — a two-level maisonette at 152.4 m², with the bedroom on the upper level looking down over the living room. Sleeps up to 6.

Royal Caribbean fare types include a standard Cruise Fare, a Solo Fare for single occupancy, and promotional options such as last-minute fares and multi-guest offers — check availability at the time of booking for what applies to your chosen sailing.

Azamara Pursuit — Azamara Cruises

With just 777 guests, Azamara Pursuit is a boutique ship by any measure — and that scale shapes the entire experience. The ship accesses smaller ports that larger vessels cannot reach, and the overnight and late-night stays that Azamara builds into its itineraries mean you can actually spend an evening ashore rather than rushing back before the gangway lifts. Every fare includes a private cultural event ashore — a concert, a vineyard dinner or something similar, exclusive to Azamara guests. By the second day at sea, the crew tends to know your name.

See the Azamara Pursuit cabin grades and deck plans for more detail:

• Inside cabin 09 — 14.7 m². No window, which makes for a genuinely dark and quiet space — useful if you are ashore all day and want good sleep.
• Ocean-view cabin 04 — 13.3 m². A large window brings natural light and a sea view into the cabin.
• Veranda Plus Ocean-view cabin P1 — 16.3 m². Your own private balcony with direct access to fresh air and open ocean views.
• Club World Owner’s Suite CW — 52 m². The largest cabin on board, more than 3 times the size of the standard veranda grade.

Carnival Splendor — Carnival Cruise Lines

Carnival Splendor is a well-established favourite in the Australian market and one of the most sociable ships sailing from Sydney. The Punchliner Comedy Club is a genuine draw for those who want their evenings to include a few laughs, and the ship’s party atmosphere carries through to the bars and decks. At the same time, the adults-only Serenity Retreat gives those who want a quieter experience somewhere peaceful to spend the day, while younger travellers head to the waterpark. See Carnival Splendor cabin grades and deck plans for the full breakdown.

Seven Seas Mariner — Regent Seven Seas Cruises

Seven Seas Mariner is the flagship of Regent Seven Seas Cruises, and the all-inclusive model it operates under means a great deal is covered in your fare from the outset. Regent’s approach centres on generous space per guest, a highly inclusive fare and itineraries designed for genuine destination immersion rather than a tick-box port list. See the Seven Seas Mariner cabins and deck plans to understand the suite categories on offer.

Silver Moon — Silversea

Silversea’s Silver Moon is the newest addition to the Silversea fleet and brings a butler-included service to every cabin — a level of personal attention that sets the standard for ultra-luxury ocean cruising. If that appeals, explore the Silver Moon cabin grades and deck plans.

Are there any discounted sailings?

A selection of February 2028 Sydney departures are available at a reduced price from their previously listed fare for that cabin grade. Discounts of up to 12% are available on individual sailings, though that maximum applies to a single departure — most reduced sailings are discounted by around 10%. If price is a factor in your choice, our cruise experts can identify which sailings currently carry the best value and help you weigh up the fare tier as well as the headline price.

What does it cost to cruise from Sydney in February 2028?

Fares start from A$521 pp* for the most affordable departures. The range is wide, reflecting the variety of ships, durations and cabin grades available — a 3-night coastal sailing in an interior cabin sits at a very different price point to a 69-night grand voyage in a suite. Around 9 sailings are all-inclusive in their fare structure, which changes the value calculation significantly: when drinks, gratuities and shore excursions are covered, the headline fare and the total cost are much closer together.

Our Best Price Guarantee means that if you find the same sailing at a lower price elsewhere, we will match it. When you are ready to compare options, our cruise experts can walk you through the fare tiers — Cunard’s flexible fare versus Saver fare, Princess Plus versus Standard, Royal Caribbean’s promotional fares — and find the combination of cabin and fare that suits your budget and flexibility preferences.

Make it a complete holiday

CruiseAway is a cruise specialist — every offer is a cruise or a cruise-inclusive package. If you are based in Sydney or close enough to drive to the terminal, you can board with no flights involved at all. If you are travelling from another state, a short domestic hop to Sydney is still far simpler than any long-haul journey, and we can include that flight in your booking.

For one-way voyages — the majority of the February 2028 programme — the voyage ends in a different port, whether that is Auckland, Singapore, Yokohama or elsewhere. A domestic or international flight connects the two ends of the trip, and we can book that as part of the same package. We can also add hotels at either end, pre- or post-cruise tours, transfers to and from the terminal, and travel insurance. Our DreamAway Packages bring all of that together as one booking, so nothing is left for you to chase up separately.

February also sits within the broader summer cruising season, which means more ships in the region and more departure frequency than the cooler months. If you want to compare options across the whole year, see our full Sydney 2028 programme or browse all cruises in 2028.

Other Sydney February departures to consider

If February 2028 does not have exactly what you are looking for, there are several adjacent options worth exploring. February 2027 departures from Sydney follow a very similar pattern and may suit if your timing is flexible by a year. For the Princess 2027–2028 season and the Cunard 2025–2027 season programme, those pages give a fuller picture of each line’s schedule across the period.

If you are drawn to the Asia end of the itineraries, it is also worth checking sailings from other Australian ports: the Fremantle to Singapore route in 2028 covers some of the same waters from a west-coast departure. Alternatively, Singapore to Australia cruises in 2028 serve the same corridor in the opposite direction — useful if you want to fly out and cruise back.

For Australia-focused departures later in the year, April 2028 Australian cruises follow on from February and carry a similar range of lines and destinations. And if Japan is the draw, the Japan 2028 cruise programme covers the full range of options reaching that destination.

Closer to home, all Sydney cruise departures gives the widest view of what sails from the port, while Melbourne cruises are worth a look if you are based in Victoria and a short hop to Sydney is less convenient than departing from your own state.

*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.