Western Australia cruises from Perth (Fremantle)

Fremantle is one of Australia’s most convenient cruise departure points, and the sailings that leave from here cover a wide sweep of territory — coastal Australian voyages, Indonesian island routes and longer passages into South East Asia. Most itineraries run as one-way voyages, finishing in cities such as Sydney, Brisbane, Singapore or Auckland, which means a short domestic flight connects both ends of the trip rather than a lengthy return journey. Round-trip options are also available for those who prefer to begin and end at home port.

What can you discover on a cruise from Fremantle?

The great majority of departures from Perth (Fremantle) explore Australia itself — the country’s own coastline is the headline destination, with voyages hugging the southern and eastern seaboard and calling at port cities that would otherwise require separate flights to reach. A smaller but appealing selection of sailings heads north and west into South East Asia and Indonesia, offering something quite different in character from the coastal Australian experience.

Australia coastal voyages

The bulk of Fremantle sailings explore the Australian coast, with one-way itineraries finishing in Sydney, Brisbane or Melbourne. These voyages suit travellers who want to see the country from the water — covering distances that would take days by road — while enjoying the comfort of a well-appointed ship throughout. Durations typically sit around a fortnight, though shorter options of 4 nights are also available for those with less time. A domestic flight connects whichever end of the voyage is not home, and we can arrange that alongside your cruise. For anyone keen to explore cruises around Australia in 2027, the selection sailing from Fremantle is a strong starting point.

South East Asia and Indonesia

A handful of sailings head further afield, finishing in Singapore or threading through Indonesian waters on their way north. These itineraries suit travellers who want to turn their cruise into the centrepiece of a longer trip — spending extra days exploring before or after the voyage itself. We can add hotels, tours and transfers in Singapore or elsewhere so that the whole journey sits on one booking.

Which cruise lines sail from Fremantle?

Princess Cruises is the most active line departing from Perth (Fremantle), with the largest share of sailings from this port. Luxury lines are also well represented: Silversea, Seabourn, Regent Seven Seas Cruises and Oceania Cruises all offer departures. That mix — from premium to ultra-luxury — means there is a meaningful range of experiences and price points available, whether you are looking for a well-priced coastal hop or a fully inclusive luxury voyage. DreamAway Packages are also available, bundling cruise, flights, hotels and transfers into a single booking.

The ships sailing from Perth (Fremantle)

Sapphire Princess — Princess Cruises

Sapphire Princess carries the most departures from Fremantle and is the ship most readers here will be considering. Fresh from her 2025 refurbishments, she arrives with new restaurants, revitalised cabins and a modernised Lotus Spa. The adults-only Sanctuary pool deck — with private cabanas, cold towels and dedicated stewards — gives you a quiet escape whenever the main pool gets busy. Sapphire Princess sails in the 2027–28 season, making her a timely choice for anyone planning ahead.

Cabin grades on Sapphire Princess run from interior to suite:

• Inside cabin IA — 15.6 m², sleeps 4. Positioned on a middle deck for minimal motion and easy lift access.
• Premium Sea-view cabin O5 — 18.3 m², sleeps 4. A panoramic bow-view window brings natural daylight that interior cabins lack.
• Balcony cabin B2 — 25.7 m², sleeps 4. Your own outdoor space with direct sea air — a step up interior and sea-view guests notice immediately.
• Grand Suite S1 — 123.5 m², sleeps 4. The largest suite aboard, with a separate living room and dining area — more than twice the space of a Penthouse suite.

Grand Princess — Princess Cruises

Grand Princess brings a relaxed, sociable atmosphere to her Australian sailings. Order food or drinks anywhere on board through the Princess app — cocktails to the pool, pizza to your cabin — with no queues involved. The Sanctuary adults-only deck offers sun loungers, light meals and peaceful ocean views, giving you a quiet corner even on a busy sailing day. For families, the evening under-the-stars movies on deck are a reliable highlight.

Cabin options on Grand Princess:

• Inside cabin IA — 14.9 m², sleeps 4. Middle decks, minimal motion, central access to lifts and facilities.
• Premium sea view O3 — 19.1 m², sleeps 4. Floor-to-ceiling panoramic window with an unobstructed sea view.
• Premium Balcony cabin B2 — 25.5 m², sleeps 4. Floor-to-ceiling glass sliding doors give an open-plan feel and more natural light than standard balcony grades.
• Grand Suite S1 with private hot tub — 67.8 m², sleeps 4. The largest suite on board, with considerably more space than any other suite category.

Seabourn Quest — Seabourn

With only 450 guests on board, Seabourn Quest sits at the intimate end of the ultra-luxury spectrum. Every suite opens onto a private balcony, fine wines are poured from the moment you settle in, and the open-lounge atmosphere at Seabourn Square feels closer to a private yacht than an ocean liner. If the ratio of attentive crew to guests matters to you, this ship sets a high bar. See the Seabourn Quest cabins and deck plans for suite options including the Grand Wintergarden Suite — 115 m² of living space, approximately twice the size of the Owner’s Suites.

Seven Seas Navigator — Regent Seven Seas Cruises

Regent Seven Seas Cruises positions itself as one of the most inclusive luxury experiences at sea, with Seven Seas Navigator offering generous space per guest and immersive exploration built into the voyage design. If the appeal of knowing almost everything is paid for before you board matters to you, Regent’s all-inclusive model is worth a close look. The Seven Seas Navigator cabins and deck plans show the suite categories in detail.

Crown Princess — Princess Cruises

Crown Princess suits Australian travellers with her relaxed dining, live entertainment and genuinely personal service. She’s well set up for families too — younger guests have their own dedicated clubs while parents retreat to The Sanctuary’s adults-only deck. If you are considering a circumnavigation of Australia that calls at multiple port cities, Crown Princess cabin and deck options are worth exploring early.

Riviera — Oceania Cruises

Riviera carries just 1,250 guests and is built around food and destination immersion. Six restaurants — all included in your fare — draw on menus inspired by Jacques Pépin, and the on-board cooking school lets you take the destination home with you. For an Oceania grand voyage, Riviera sets the standard for what unhurried, culinary-led luxury looks like at sea. See full Riviera cabin grades and deck plans before you decide.

Silver Moon — Silversea

Silversea’s all-inclusive model means butler-serviced suites, unlimited wines and spirits, exceptional dining, Wi-Fi and gratuities are all covered in the fare. The enhanced All-Inclusive Plus tier adds a shore excursion credit based on voyage length, along with a fully refundable deposit — useful if your plans are not yet fixed. Australia cruises with Silversea are a distinct experience from the mainstream, and Silver Moon is the ship delivering it here. Check the Silver Moon cabins and deck plans for suite categories.

What do the fares include?

All 18 sailings are sold on an all-inclusive basis, though what that covers differs meaningfully by cruise line.

Princess Cruises offers 2 main fare tiers. Princess Standard is the base cruise fare and covers the voyage itself; drinks packages, Wi-Fi and crew appreciation are available to add. The Princess Plus fare builds those in: 4 casual dining meals per voyage, beverages up to A$15 per drink with a daily limit of 15 drinks, MedallionNet® Max Wi-Fi, pre-paid crew appreciation, unlimited digital photographs plus 3 prints, and reserved theatre seating.

Silversea includes butler-serviced suites, exceptional dining, unlimited wines and spirits, Wi-Fi and gratuities in every fare tier. The All-Inclusive Plus variant adds a shore excursion credit and a fully refundable deposit.

Our cruise experts can walk you through the differences and help you choose the tier that genuinely suits how you travel — rather than defaulting to the most expensive or the cheapest.

Are there short cruises available from Perth?

Voyages from Fremantle range from 4 nights at the shorter end through to 20 nights, with the middle of the range sitting around 14 nights. The shorter sailings are a practical option for first-time cruisers, for those with tighter holiday windows, or for anyone who simply wants a taster of the Western Australia departure experience before committing to a longer voyage.

Are these cruises suitable for families?

Princess Cruises ships — which represent the largest share of sailings from Fremantle — are well equipped for families travelling together. Crown Princess has dedicated clubs for younger guests, and Grand Princess offers evening deck movies that tend to go down well with all ages. The Sanctuary adults-only areas on both ships mean parents also have somewhere to decompress. Luxury lines such as Seabourn, Silversea and Regent Seven Seas Cruises are typically oriented towards adults, so the right ship depends on your travel group.

When is a good time to cruise from Western Australia?

Sailings from Perth (Fremantle) depart from spring onwards, with availability running through to the following year. Spring and early summer departures are popular for coastal Australian itineraries, while the longer voyages heading into South East Asia and Indonesia tend to be scheduled later in the season. If your travel dates are flexible, our cruise experts can identify which specific departures have the best availability and current pricing for your preferred duration and destination.

Why cruise from Perth and Fremantle?

For travellers based in Western Australia, Fremantle is the most practical cruise terminal in the country — you board without a flight, and the cruise itself begins immediately. If you are travelling from another state, a short domestic hop is a far simpler start to a holiday than a long-haul international flight, and we can include that domestic leg in your booking. On one-way itineraries finishing in Sydney, Brisbane, Singapore or Auckland, a domestic or short-haul flight reconnects you with home at the end — and we handle that side of the journey too.

Whichever way you are arriving, CruiseAway can put the whole holiday on a single booking: flights, a pre-cruise hotel, transfers, shore tours and insurance, all arranged alongside the cruise itself through our DreamAway Packages. That is the difference between a cruise booking and a complete holiday.

What does it cost to cruise from Fremantle?

Prices start from A$749 pp* for the shortest sailings. Discounts of up to 14% are available on a small number of departures — that is the maximum reduction on a single sailing, measured against the previous price listed for the same cabin grade; across the range of discounted voyages, a reduction of around 6% is more typical. Our Best Price Guarantee means that if you find the same sailing at a lower price elsewhere, we’ll match it.

Top Western Australia cruises and sailing — what to look for

The most popular sailings from Fremantle tend to be the longer coastal Australian voyages on Princess Cruises ships, particularly on Sapphire Princess after her recent refurbishment. If you are drawn to ultra-luxury and a more intimate experience, Seabourn Quest and the Silversea sailing offer a very different level of service and space per guest. For food-led travel, Riviera by Oceania Cruises brings a culinary focus that is genuinely distinct from the broader market. See the full Princess Cruises Australia 2026–2027 season for more detail on Princess departures specifically.

Can I combine local sightseeing with my cruise holiday?

Fremantle itself is worth a day or two before you board — the historic port precinct, the market and the waterfront give you a proper sense of Western Australia before you sail. CruiseAway can arrange pre-cruise hotels and tours in the area as part of your booking. On one-way voyages, the city at the other end — Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne or Singapore — offers the same opportunity in reverse. Tell our team which cities interest you and they will build the sightseeing around the voyage. Explore cruises involving Sydney or Brisbane if you are considering either as your finishing port.

More Western Australia cruise inspiration

If you want to broaden your search beyond Fremantle departures, the wider range of Western Australia cruises includes itineraries configured differently. Australia cruises from other home ports give you a fuller picture of what is on offer around the country. Our broader Australian cruise listings cover every departure port and region, and the cruise around Australia 2027 page is worth a look if a full circumnavigation appeals. For travellers arriving into Sydney, Australia cruises from Sydney and the reverse routing on cruises from Sydney to Perth are both available. The full cruise search lets you filter by any combination of line, ship, duration and destination.

*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.