Tasmania cruises departing from Australia in 2027

What Tasmania cruises are sailing in 2027?

Tasmania features on voyages ranging from short coastal runs to extended multi-week itineraries in 2027, with sailings departing from Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne and Cairns. Whether you are a short drive from the wharf or connecting on a quick domestic hop from another state, getting on board is straightforward — and Tasmania cruises in 2027 offer genuine variety in duration, cruise line and ship style. Sailings run from 4 nights to 64 nights, with a median of 14 nights, so there is a trip length to suit a week’s leave or a proper grand voyage.

Where do Tasmania cruises go in 2027?

The clear majority of sailings keep to Australian waters, making Tasmania part of a broader coastal journey that often takes in other ports along the way. The second most popular grouping heads across the Tasman to New Zealand, and a small number of voyages continue further on transpacific routings — ideal if you want Tasmania to be one chapter in a longer adventure rather than the whole story.

Australia sailings

Australian itineraries make up the largest share of what is on offer, and these voyages are where most departures are concentrated. Sailings leave primarily from Sydney and Melbourne, with a smaller number from Brisbane and Cairns. If you live near one of these ports, you can board the ship without any flight at all — just drive or take the train to the terminal. If you are coming from interstate, a short domestic flight is all it takes, and our team can arrange that as part of your booking.

New Zealand sailings

A strong second group of itineraries pairs Tasmania with Auckland and the New Zealand coastline. These tend to be longer voyages, and they finish at a different port from where they start — so if your sailing concludes in Auckland, a domestic or short-haul flight home connects the two ends easily. We can book that return leg alongside your cruise so nothing is left loose. See our Sydney to New Zealand 2027 cruises page if you are thinking about this combination.

Transpacific voyages

For travellers who want the full distance, there is a transpacific sailing that goes beyond the region entirely. These one-way voyages end at a port well outside Australia, and we handle the flights and accommodation either side so the logistics never fall to you.

Are most Tasmania 2027 sailings round trips or one-way?

It is worth knowing before you book that just over half of these sailings are one-way — 21 out of 40 — which means the ship finishes at a different port from where it started. That is entirely normal for this type of itinerary, but it does mean you need to plan the return leg. Nineteen sailings are round trips back to the departure port. Our cruise experts will flag which type your chosen voyage is, and if it is one-way, we include the return flight in your DreamAway Package so there are no surprises.

Which cruise lines sail to Tasmania in 2027?

Six cruise lines have Tasmania sailings on sale for 2027, covering a wide range of styles from mainstream to ultra-luxury.

• Princess Cruises leads the field with the most sailings, operating Royal Princess and Grand Princess on Australian and New Zealand routes. See the full Princess Cruises Tasmania 2027 programme, and for the broader season, the Princess Cruises Australia 2026–2027 season is worth a look.
• Celebrity Cruises sails Celebrity Edge and Celebrity Solstice on these routes.
• Norwegian Cruise Line deploys Norwegian Spirit across its 5 Tasmania sailings.
• Holland America Line brings Westerdam to Australian waters.
• Viking Ocean Cruises offers a more intimate experience aboard Viking Orion.
• Seabourn sails Seabourn Quest for travellers looking for small-ship luxury.

What are the ships like?

Royal Princess is Princess Cruises’ flagship on these routes. Step out onto the glass-bottomed SeaWalk — suspended 40 metres above the ocean — for a genuinely memorable moment. In the evenings, Movies Under the Stars on deck and duelling pianos at Crooners give you plenty to choose from. The adults-only Sanctuary retreat is one of the best places on any ship to simply sit back and watch the coast go by. For cabin options, explore the Royal Princess cabins and deck plans.

Grand Princess brings the same Princess signature — Movies Under the Stars, The Sanctuary’s top-deck adults-only retreat, and the Princess app so you can order food and drinks anywhere on board without queuing. The Grand Princess cabins and deck plans show the full range of accommodation.

Norwegian Spirit runs Norwegian Cruise Line’s no-fixed-dining philosophy, meaning you eat when you are hungry rather than to a schedule. Cagney’s Steakhouse and Le Bistro are both available, and the Stardust Theatre has live shows each evening. The adults-only Spice H2O beach club on deck is the spot for afternoons at sea. Check Norwegian Spirit cabins and deck plans to find the right grade for your group.

Celebrity Edge is one of the most distinctive ships afloat. The Magic Carpet — a cantilevered platform suspended 16 storeys above the water — serves as a restaurant, a bar and an event space depending on the time of day. Inside, Eden is a three-level living garden where live performers appear throughout the evening. Every cabin comes with an Infinite Veranda that opens the wall entirely to the sea air. The Celebrity Edge cabins and deck plans are well worth browsing before you book.

Celebrity Solstice is Celebrity Cruises’ well-established Australian-market ship — for cabin details, see the Celebrity Solstice cabins and deck plans.

Westerdam carries 1,916 guests — mid-sized enough that the crew genuinely know who you are by day two. Guests consistently rate the crew 4.5 out of 5 stars. Billboard Onboard and the Crow’s Nest panorama lounge are the social anchors on board. Browse the Westerdam cabins and deck plans to compare grades.

Seabourn Quest carries only 450 guests, and every suite has its own private balcony. The ship’s open-lounge heart — Seabourn Square — has the atmosphere of a private yacht rather than a cruise ship. Fine wines are poured without asking. See the Seabourn Quest cabins and deck plans for suite configurations.

Viking Orion rounds out the fleet for Viking Ocean Cruises. For accommodation details, the Viking Orion cabins and deck plans cover everything.

Which cabin grade should I choose?

Cabin grades across the ships on these sailings run from comfortable interior rooms to spacious suites. Here is how they stack up on 3 of the most popular ships, to give you a sense of what each level gets you.

Norwegian Spirit cabin grades

• Family Inside cabin I4 — 13.8 m², sleeps 4. The entry point for groups, with enough room for a family without paying for a view.
• Deluxe Sea-view cabin O3 — 26.7 m², sleeps 3. At nearly twice the size of a standard ocean-view, this is the largest sea-view cabin on the ship.
• Balcony cabin BA — 15.9 m², sleeps 3. Your own private outdoor space with sea views — what interior and ocean-view guests do not have.
• Owner’s Suite SB — 56.2 m², sleeps 2. Separate bedroom, living and dining area, walk-in wardrobe and a private aft balcony — the most spacious cabin on board.

Full deck-by-deck detail is on the Norwegian Spirit cabins and deck plans page.

Royal Princess cabin grades

• Inside cabin IA — 15.4 m², sleeps 4. The most affordable way on board, with minibar, safe and desk included.
• Sea-view cabin O6 — 20.0 m², sleeps 4. A large panoramic window with a forward-facing view brings natural daylight into the room.
• Deluxe Balcony cabin DA — 23.4 m², sleeps 4. A private balcony for breakfast or sundowners — the step up that makes the most noticeable difference to daily life on board.
• Penthouse Suite S3 — 54.5 m², sleeps 4. The largest cabin on the ship, with significantly more living space than any balcony cabin below it.

See the Royal Princess cabins and deck plans for the full layout.

Westerdam cabin grades

• Inside cabin I — 13.0 m², sleeps 4. Complimentary 24-hour room service is included, which not every inside cabin on other ships offers.
• Ocean-view cabin C — 16.2 m², sleeps 4. Mid-deck positions give a quieter location with stable ship movement and easy lift access.
• Balcony cabin VA — 21.0 m², sleeps 4. Fresh air and sea views right outside your door.
• Signature Suite SS — 36.0 m², sleeps 3. A hot tub bath with separate shower — comfort that standard balcony cabins do not offer.
• Pinnacle Suite PS — 120.0 m², sleeps 4. The ship’s top accommodation, with a private hot tub on the balcony.

The Westerdam cabins and deck plans show exactly where each grade sits on the ship.

What do the fares include?

Fare inclusions vary by cruise line and tier, so it is worth knowing what you are actually getting before you compare prices.

Princess Cruises offers a Standard base fare — the cruise itself, with packages available to add — and a Plus tier that bundles 4 casual dining meals per voyage, beverages up to A$15 each (up to 15 drinks per day), MedallionNet® Max Wi-Fi, pre-paid crew appreciation, unlimited digital photos plus 3 prints, and reserved theatre seating. The Princess Cruises 2027–2028 season has more detail on what is available this year.

Celebrity Cruises runs 3 tiers: a base rate covering the cruise with amenities and activities included; an All Inclusive rate that adds a classic drinks package and basic Wi-Fi in one price; and The Retreat, which covers premium drinks, premium Wi-Fi, suite accommodation, exclusive lounge access and dedicated personal service.

Norwegian Cruise Line offers a straightforward lowest fare with no packages, or a bundled option that adds a beverage package, speciality dining, Wi-Fi and shore excursion credits — a solid deal if you plan to eat at Cagney’s Steakhouse or Le Bistro most nights anyway.

Are there any discounts on Tasmania 2027 sailings?

A good number of sailings carry a reduced fare, with discounts measured from the price previously listed for that cabin grade on that sailing. The headline reduction goes up to 36% on a single departure, though that is the exception rather than the rule — most discounted sailings sit closer to 9% off. Our cruise experts can tell you which voyages currently have a reduced rate when you enquire.

Make it a holiday

CruiseAway is a cruise specialist — every booking is a cruise or a cruise-inclusive package. Our team can add domestic or international flights, hotels before or after the voyage, tours, transfers, train travel and insurance, either as a bundle or as a fully custom itinerary. If your sailing ends in a different city from where you boarded — and just over half of these voyages do — we book the return leg alongside the cruise so you never have a loose end to sort out yourself. That is what our DreamAway Packages are built for.

Not sure which Tasmania voyage suits you? Browse cruises around Australia in 2027 for a wider view, or look at our full cruise search to filter by ship, duration and price. If you have already sailed with Princess, the Princess Cruises from Brisbane in 2027 page is a useful starting point. For travellers based in Queensland, Christmas cruises from Brisbane offer a festive departure option worth considering. For something after the festive season, cruises from Brisbane in January 2027 is worth a look too.

What if I want to cruise somewhere different in 2027?

Tasmania sits within a broader Australian cruising season that runs all year. If you are open to other destinations, all 2027 cruises gives you the full picture. Travellers thinking about starting or ending in New Zealand can explore cruises from Auckland in 2027, and those considering a longer journey can look at Sydney to Hawaii 2027 sailings. If you sailed Tasmania in 2026, the Tasmania cruises 2026 page shows what that season looked like for comparison.

*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.