Cruises from Sydney in March 2028

Where do March 2028 cruises from Sydney go?

Sydney in March is one of the strongest months for ocean cruising in the southern hemisphere. Sailings span everything from quick Australian coastal runs to epic transpacific crossings — with durations running from 3 nights up to 63 nights and a median of 14 nights. Most voyages are one-way, so you sail out in one direction and connect home by a short domestic flight, which suits travellers who want to see more rather than retrace their steps. Round-trip options exist too, returning you to Sydney at the end.

Close to home — Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific

The largest share of March 2028 departures stays in the region, with sailings across Australia, New Zealand, the South Pacific and South East Asia.

Australia

Australian coastal voyages make up the biggest single group of departures. These are ideal if you want to see more of your own continent without a long-haul flight — if you’re based in Sydney, you simply walk aboard. Travelling from another state? A short domestic hop to Sydney is all it takes, and we can book that too as part of a DreamAway Package. Sailings call at ports along the Australian coast, with some voyages finishing in Adelaide — a one-way itinerary that connects easily by domestic flight.

New Zealand

New Zealand sailings are the second-most popular choice in March, and it’s easy to see why. These itineraries typically cross the Tasman and call at multiple New Zealand ports before finishing in Auckland. If Auckland is your finishing point, a return domestic flight or a trans-Tasman hop takes care of the journey home — something our team can add to your booking.

South Pacific

South Pacific departures from Sydney reach island groups across the Pacific, giving you that combination of warm weather, blue water and laid-back port days that March does particularly well. These are mostly round-trip voyages that bring you back to Sydney, so there’s no flight to arrange at the other end.

South East Asia

A handful of sailings head north into South East Asia, finishing in Benoa, Bali. These one-way itineraries are a genuine travel experience in themselves — you sail through the region over a series of days and fly home from Bali. Our team can arrange the return flight and any hotels either side.

The long haul — transpacific crossings and round-the-world voyages

For travellers who want something more ambitious, March 2028 from Sydney also offers transpacific crossings and a small number of round-the-world voyages.

Transpacific crossings

Transpacific sailings head east across the Pacific, with some finishing in Los Angeles. These are proper ocean crossings — typically two weeks or more at sea with island calls along the way — and they suit experienced cruisers who enjoy life aboard as much as the destinations. A one-way crossing finishing in Los Angeles means the return is a long-haul flight; we can book that, along with hotels on either side if you want to make a trip of it.

Round-the-world voyages

Two round-the-world sailings depart Sydney in March 2028. With durations reaching up to 63 nights, these are the longest voyages on the programme and the itinerary calls at ports across multiple continents. If a world voyage has been on your list, March from Sydney is one of the most convenient ways to board — no flight needed to reach the ship if you’re local, and a straightforward domestic connection if you’re not.

Which cruise lines sail from Sydney in March 2028?

Princess Cruises leads the programme with the most departures, followed by Azamara, Carnival Cruise Lines, Celebrity Cruises, Royal Caribbean and Cunard. Between them they cover every style of cruising, from Carnival’s fun-first deck parties to Cunard’s Art Deco formality and Azamara’s boutique overnight port stays. Use our cruise experts to work out which line suits how you actually travel.

Which ships are sailing?

Royal Princess — Princess Cruises

Royal Princess carries the largest number of Princess sailings from Sydney in March 2028. One of her signature features is the SeaWalk — a glass-bottomed walkway cantilevered 40 metres over the ocean, which gives you an unobstructed view straight down to the sea. When you want to slow down, The Sanctuary is an adults-only retreat on the upper deck, with attentive stewards and ocean views included. Evenings bring Movies Under the Stars on deck, duelling pianos at Crooners bar and a dancing fountain light show. If you’re choosing a cabin on Royal Princess, the options run from entry-level interiors up to generous suites — take a look at the Royal Princess cabins and deck plans to find the grade that fits.

• Inside cabin IA — 15.4 m², sleeps up to 4. The most affordable way aboard, with minibar, safe and desk included.
• Sea-view cabin O6 — 20 m², sleeps up to 4. A large panoramic forward-facing window brings natural daylight and ocean views that inside cabins can’t offer.
• Deluxe Balcony cabin DA — 23.4 m², sleeps up to 4. Your own private outdoor space for breakfast or sundowners at sea.
• Penthouse Suite S3 with aft balcony — from 54.5 m², sleeps up to 4. The most spacious accommodation on board, with significantly more living space than any other grade.

Grand Princess — Princess Cruises

Grand Princess offers a relaxed, familiar experience that suits families and returning cruisers equally well. Movies Under the Stars is a genuine highlight — watching a film on deck under an open sky, wrapped in a blanket, is the kind of thing you remember long after the voyage. The Princess app means you can order food and drinks anywhere on the ship, from poolside cocktails to late-night pizza in your cabin, with no queues. The Sanctuary adults-only retreat on the top deck gives parents — or anyone who needs a quieter hour — sun loungers and peaceful views above the sea. See all cabin options on the Grand Princess cabins and deck plans.

• Inside cabin IA — 14.9 m², sleeps up to 4. Positioned on middle decks for minimal ship motion and easy access to onboard facilities.
• Premium sea view O3 — 19.1 m², sleeps up to 4. Floor-to-ceiling panoramic window with an unobstructed view directly into the cabin.
• Premium Balcony cabin B2 — 25.5 m², sleeps up to 4. Floor-to-ceiling glass sliding doors create an open-plan feel and extra natural light.
• Grand Suite S1 with private hot tub — 67.8 m², sleeps up to 4. The largest suite on board and the most spacious accommodation in any grade on Grand Princess.

Anthem of the Seas — Royal Caribbean

Anthem of the Seas is the ship for families and active cruisers who want a full programme regardless of what the weather is doing. The North Star pod lifts you above the ocean for a panoramic view that’s unlike anything else at sea. Below deck, the SeaPlex offers body-surfing on the FlowRider, an ice-skating rink, and circus-skills classes. When the action gets too much, the Solarium — a glass-domed adults-only pool — is a calm retreat. Check the Anthem of the Seas cabins and deck plans before you choose your grade.

• Inside cabin with virtual balcony 1U — 15.4 m², sleeps up to 4. A high-resolution screen shows a live sea view in real time, bringing the outside in.
• Ocean-view cabin 2P — a generously proportioned cabin with sofa, sleeps up to 4.
• Large Balcony cabin 2G — spacious layout with double sofa bed, sleeps up to 4, well suited to families or longer voyages.
• Royal Loft Suite RL — 152.4 m², sleeps up to 6. A two-level maisonette with the bedroom on the upper level overlooking the living room below — the largest accommodation on the ship.

Azamara Onward — Azamara

With just 692 guests aboard, Azamara Onward operates on a completely different scale to the larger ships on this programme. The crew knows your name and your preferences within the first day, and the ship is sized to access ports that bigger vessels simply cannot enter. Overnights and late-evening departures are built into Azamara’s itineraries, so you actually get to experience the places you visit after the day-trip crowd has left. The AzAmazing Evening — an exclusive private cultural event ashore for guests only — is included in the voyage. For cabin choices and deck layouts, visit the Azamara Onward cabins and deck plans.

Carnival Splendor — Carnival Cruise Lines

Carnival Splendor is one of the most recognisable ships sailing from Sydney, and it does exactly what Carnival does best: keeps everyone entertained. The Punchliner Comedy Club runs live stand-up, the nightlife goes until late, and the waterpark keeps younger passengers busy for hours. When you want peace, the Serenity Retreat is an adults-only area away from the energy of the main decks. It’s a genuinely good-value choice for groups and families, and fares tend to be competitive. Check Carnival Splendor cabin grades and deck plans to see what suits your group.

Queen Elizabeth — Cunard

Queen Elizabeth is a different kind of ship entirely. The Art Deco interiors, from the chandeliers to the promenade deck, set a tone that Cunard has maintained for decades, and the White Star Service — formal dining in the Britannia, Princess or Queens Grill restaurants, a ballroom in the Queens Room, and Royal Court Theatre productions in the evenings — is a genuine step away from everyday life. Deck croquet on a sunny afternoon, afternoon tea in the proper sense, formal nights: these are experiences that only Cunard delivers. Review Queen Elizabeth cabin categories and deck plans when you’re ready to choose your grade.

What do Princess Cruises fares include?

Princess offers 2 main fare tiers on these sailings, and the difference is significant enough to be worth understanding before you book.

Princess Standard is the base cruise fare. It covers your accommodation and meals in the main dining venues, but drinks packages, Wi-Fi and gratuities are not included — you pay for those separately or add a package.

Princess Plus is the mid-tier package and it covers a lot of ground: beverages up to A$15 each (with a daily limit of 15 drinks), MedallionNet® Max Wi-Fi, pre-paid crew appreciation (gratuities), 4 casual dining meals per voyage, unlimited digital photos with 3 prints, and reserved theatre seating. For most cruisers who plan to drink, use the internet and eat out from the main restaurant occasionally, Plus works out well on a voyage of a fortnight or more.

Our cruise experts can work through the maths with you based on how you actually holiday — sometimes Standard plus a drinks package is the better deal, sometimes Plus is — and the answer depends on your specific sailing length and habits.

What do Cunard and Royal Caribbean fares include?

Cunard’s standard fare — the Cunard Fare — gives you flexibility: you choose your stateroom number, pay a 15% deposit with a flexible balance date, and can amend your booking up to the balance due date. Complimentary shuttle buses at ports are included. The Saver fare trades that flexibility for a lower price: you pay in full on booking, accept a pre-allocated stateroom and take on a 100% cancellation fee in return. Which suits you depends on how far ahead you’re booking and how certain your plans are.

Royal Caribbean offers fare types such as last-minute offers and early-booking bonuses on these sailings, as well as a solo traveller fare for guests taking single occupancy of a stateroom. If you’re sailing solo, it’s worth asking our team about the solo fare options — this is one of the areas where a specialist can save you a meaningful amount over booking direct.

Are there discounts on March 2028 Sydney cruises?

A good number of sailings carry a reduced price against what was previously listed for that cabin grade. The headline reduction reaches up to 39% on one departure, though most discounted sailings are reduced by around 9%. If you see a sailing at a price you’re happy with, it’s worth booking — reductions like this can move in either direction, and our Best Price Guarantee means that if the same sailing drops further after you’ve booked with us, we’ll match it.

Is March a good time to cruise from Sydney?

March sits in Australia’s autumn, which brings settled conditions for most coastal and Pacific routes. Sailings operate across the full range of March dates, so whether you need to travel in the first week of the month or the last, there are departures available. The variety of itinerary lengths — from short getaways of 3 nights to full world voyages of over 60 nights — means March suits both those with limited annual leave and those planning a major trip. Autumn cruises from Australian ports are consistently popular, and March sees a full spread of lines and ships in the region.

Make it a full holiday

More than half of the March 2028 departures are one-way voyages — you finish somewhere other than Sydney. That’s not a complication; it’s an opportunity to see more. If you’re finishing in Los Angeles, we can add a few nights there before you fly home. Finishing in Benoa, Bali? We can add a Bali hotel, transfers and tours to round out the trip. Finishing in Auckland? We can arrange the trans-Tasman flight home and a night in the city either side.

We’re cruise specialists — every offer is a cruise or a cruise-inclusive package. Our team can add flights, hotels, tours, transfers and insurance around your cruise, as a bundle or a fully custom holiday. That’s what a DreamAway Package is: the whole trip, sorted in one booking.

Planning ahead or looking at other dates?

If you’re comparing March against other months, cruises from Sydney in April 2028 are the natural next step — the programme continues with a similar mix of lines and regions. For a broader view of the year, all Sydney 2028 departures lets you compare months side by side.

If you’ve cruised from Sydney in March before and are planning ahead, our March 2027 Sydney page gives you a sense of the previous year’s programme for comparison.

Interested in a specific line? The Princess Cruises 2027–2028 season and the Cunard 2027–2028 world cruise programme both cover the full schedule if you want to see what else is available beyond March. For Carnival fans, Carnival 2028 sailings are also worth browsing. If you’re considering Celebrity, the Celebrity Edge Australia and New Zealand 2028–2029 season runs alongside these departures.

For travellers considering a different embarkation point, March cruises from Brisbane are another popular option. You can also explore Singapore to Australia sailings in 2028 if you’d rather join the voyage further north, or look at all 2028 cruises for the widest possible view. The last-minute Sydney departures page is worth bookmarking if your plans are flexible.

Also see: Australia cruises in April 2028 and Australia cruises in April 2027 for a sense of how the autumn season shapes up across both years.

All March 2028 Sydney sailings sit under the broader CruiseAway cruise search, where you can filter by region, line, duration and price.

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.