2027 cruises around Tasmania

Where do 2027 Tasmania sailings go?

Tasmania sits at the southern tip of Australia, and the sailings that call there in 2027 spread across three distinct itinerary shapes. The largest group stays close to home — sailing through Australian waters, visiting coastal ports before or after Tasmania. A substantial portion combines Australia and New Zealand in a single voyage, crossing the Tasman Sea for a broader south Pacific sweep. A smaller group focuses on New Zealand waters. Most voyages run for around 14 nights, though the range stretches from 4 nights up to 42, so there is something here whether you want a short taster or a proper extended journey.

Just over half of all sailings are one-way, finishing at a different port from where they began. On a one-way voyage, a short domestic flight connects the two ends — and our team can book that flight, along with any pre- or post-cruise hotel nights and transfers, so you are not left to piece it together yourself.

Which ports do Tasmania sailings depart from?

Sailings depart from Sydney, Brisbane, Cairns and Melbourne. Sydney is by far the most popular starting point, with the majority of 2027 Tasmania sailings leaving from there. Brisbane contributes a smaller but solid selection. Cairns and Melbourne each offer a handful of departures.

If you live close to one of these ports, you can board with no flight at all — drive in, park up, and be at sea the same day. If you are travelling from another state, a short domestic hop is all it takes to reach the ship. Either way, Cruise1st can help you arrange transfers, an overnight hotel the night before, or a Cruise1st Package that wraps the whole journey into one booking.

Voyages finish in Auckland, Sydney, Brisbane, Perth (Fremantle) and Singapore — so if your sailing ends somewhere other than home, a domestic or short-haul flight rounds the trip off neatly. We can book that too.

Which cruise lines sail around Tasmania in 2027?

Princess Cruises leads the 2027 Tasmania programme with the widest selection of sailings. Celebrity Cruises and Holland America Line each bring a strong choice of itineraries, as does Norwegian Cruise Line. Viking Cruises offers a more intimate, destination-focused option, and Azamara Cruises rounds out the selection with its boutique overnight-port style.

Across all lines, more than 30 of the sailings are all-inclusive or include a package of drinks, dining and Wi-Fi in the fare — worth checking when you compare headline prices, because a bundled fare often works out considerably better value than it first appears.

Which ships sail around Tasmania in 2027?

Several well-known ships make up the 2027 Tasmania programme. The sections below cover the key vessels, what makes each one different, the fare tiers on offer and the cabin grades available. Prices start from A$1,061 pp*.

Royal Princess — Princess Cruises

Royal Princess is one of the most distinctive ships sailing Australian waters in 2027. The SeaWalk — an 18-metre glass-bottomed walkway suspended 40 metres above the ocean — gives you a view straight down to the sea below, and it genuinely stops people mid-stride. MedallionClass® OceanNow® lets you order food and drinks to wherever you happen to be on the ship via the Princess app, which makes the whole experience feel noticeably more relaxed than hunting for a waiter. For dining, Crown Grill and Sabatini’s handle the specialty evenings, while the 24-hour International Café covers everything in between. See the full Royal Princess cabin and deck plan options to find your preferred location on board.

Royal Princess cabin grades

• Inside cabin IA — 15.4 m², sleeps up to 4. The most affordable entry point, with minibar, safe and desk as standard.
• Sea-view cabin O6 — 20.0 m², sleeps up to 4. A large panoramic window brings in natural daylight and a sightline to the open ocean that inside cabins cannot offer.
• Deluxe Balcony cabin DA — 23.4 m², sleeps up to 4. Your own outdoor space for breakfast or sundowners, with a private balcony that inside and sea-view cabins cannot match.
• Penthouse Suite S3 with aft balcony — from 54.5 m², sleeps up to 4. The most spacious grade on board, with significantly more living space than any other cabin category.

Princess Cruises fare tiers

Princess Cruises offers two main fare structures for 2027 Tasmania sailings. Princess Standard is the base cruise fare — it covers the voyage itself, with packages available to add. Princess Plus bundles four casual dining meals per voyage, beverages up to A$15 each (up to 15 per day), MedallionNet® Max Wi-Fi, pre-paid crew appreciation, unlimited digital photographs plus 3 prints, and reserved theatre seating. If you want to work out which tier suits you, our experts can run through the numbers with you before you book.

Princess Cruises also has a strong 2027 Australian season beyond Tasmania — see the full Princess Cruises around Australia 2027 programme, the dedicated Princess 2027–2028 season launch, and sailings from Brisbane in 2027.

Grand Princess — Princess Cruises

Grand Princess brings the same MedallionClass OceanNow delivery service as Royal Princess, so food, drinks and services come to you anywhere on board. Crown Grill — recognised by USA Today as one of the best cruise steakhouses at sea — and Sabatini’s Italian Trattoria anchor the specialty dining lineup. Movies Under the Stars® adds a giant poolside screen with free popcorn and blankets, a detail that tends to stick in the memory long after the voyage. Check the Grand Princess cabin and deck plan guide for deck-by-deck positioning.

Celebrity Edge — Celebrity Cruises

Celebrity Edge is built around a few genuinely novel ideas. The Magic Carpet — the world’s first cantilevered floating platform — rises 16 storeys up the hull and serves as a bar, a restaurant or a dive platform depending on where the ship is. Infinite Veranda staterooms open the entire balcony wall, so the boundary between inside and outside essentially disappears. Eden, a three-level live-performance venue, is unlike anything else at sea — it is less a theatre and more an environment. Le Petit Chef delivers a 3D animated dinner show that tends to generate conversation for the rest of the voyage. For deck plans and cabin categories, the Celebrity Edge cabins and deck guide has everything you need.

Celebrity Edge also sails from Sydney in 2027 beyond the Tasmania programme — the Celebrity Edge 2027–2028 Sydney sailings page has the full picture.

Celebrity Cruises fare tiers

Celebrity Cruises structures its fares in 3 tiers for 2027 Tasmania voyages. Best Rate is a cruise-only fare — the lowest available price, with extras added à la carte. Best Value includes a classic drinks package and basic Wi-Fi in a single bundled price. The Retreat is the full-suite tier: premium drinks, premium Wi-Fi, exclusive lounge and sundeck access, private dining and dedicated personal service — suited to travellers who want everything taken care of from the moment they board.

Norwegian Spirit — Norwegian Cruise Line

Norwegian Spirit underwent a substantial refurbishment in 2020 and came out of it with Onda by Scarpetta — a modern Italian restaurant — alongside the long-established Cagney’s Steakhouse for premium specialty dining. On deck, Spice H2O is the ship’s adults-only open-air beach club, an Ibiza-style outdoor entertainment space that is NCL’s signature and genuinely sets the atmosphere apart from a standard pool deck. The Stardust Theatre stages original nightly productions — Blazing Boots, Palace of Lights and ELEMENTS! among them — so evenings have real variety. Full details on cabin positioning are on the Norwegian Spirit cabins and deck plans page.

Norwegian Spirit cabin grades

• Family Inside cabin I4 — 13.8 m², sleeps up to 4. Practical for groups who want more berths without upgrading the cabin category.
• Deluxe Sea-view cabin O3 — 26.7 m², sleeps up to 3. The largest sea-view grade on the ship — almost twice the floor space of a standard ocean-view cabin.
• Balcony cabin BA — 15.9 m², sleeps up to 3. A private balcony with sea views, giving you outdoor space that interior and ocean-view grades do not provide.
• Owner’s Suite SB with private aft balcony — 56.2 m², sleeps 2. The most spacious suite on board, with a separate bedroom, distinct living and dining area, and a walk-in wardrobe.

Norwegian Cruise Line fare tiers

Norwegian Cruise Line offers 3 fare structures on 2027 Tasmania sailings. Brochure is a cruise-only fare with no packages included. Free at Sea adds a premium beverage package, a specialty dining package, Wi-Fi and shore excursion credits (US$50 per port) for the first 2 guests. Free at Sea Plus extends the dining package to cover all guests on the booking and upgrades the overall inclusions — particularly useful for groups or families where the savings add up quickly.

Westerdam — Holland America Line

Westerdam is a mid-sized ship carrying around 1,916 guests, which gives it a noticeably quieter atmosphere than the largest ships in the market. The Azipod propulsion system reduces noise and vibration throughout the ship — a real benefit on longer voyages. On board, Morimoto by Sea brings Iron Chef Masaharu Morimoto’s Japanese cuisine alongside Tamarind, the pan-Asian fine-dining restaurant. Evenings fill out with the World Stage, Rolling Stone Rock Room, Billboard Onboard sing-alongs and live sets from The Dam Band. Holland America’s signature attention to craftsmanship and detail runs through the public spaces and cabins alike. The Westerdam cabin and deck plan guide covers every category in detail.

Westerdam cabin grades

• Inside cabin I — 13.0 m², sleeps up to 4. Complimentary 24-hour room service included — not standard on all inside cabins.
• Ocean-view cabin C — 16.2 m², sleeps up to 4. Mid-deck positions offer a quieter location with stable ship motion and easy lift access.
• Balcony cabin VA — 21.0 m², sleeps up to 4. A private balcony brings fresh sea air and a direct view that inside and ocean-view guests do not have.
• Signature Suite SS — 36.0 m², sleeps up to 3. Hot tub and separate shower provide bathroom comfort that standard balcony cabins cannot offer.
• Pinnacle Suite PS — 120.0 m², sleeps up to 4. The ship’s top grade, with a private hot tub and a level of space that leaves every other category behind.

Azamara Pursuit — Azamara Cruises

Azamara Pursuit carries just 777 guests, which gives it access to smaller ports and a far more personal feel than larger ships. The real point of difference is time in port: Azamara Pursuit regularly overnights and stays late, so you can genuinely explore rather than rushing back for an early departure. AzAmazing Evenings — exclusive private cultural events ashore — are included in every fare, as are the Prime C and Aqualina specialty restaurants on board. For cabin and deck detail, see the Azamara Pursuit cabins and deck plans.

Are there discounts on 2027 Tasmania cruises?

A good number of 2027 Tasmania sailings are offered at a reduced price from their previous listed fare for that cabin grade. Reductions of around 11% are typical across the discounted sailings, with one departure carrying a reduction of up to 43%. That maximum applies to a single sailing, so do not expect a page-wide sale — but savings worth finding are there, and our team can point you to the best-value options for your preferred dates and ship.

Beyond discounted fares, fare types such as early-saver rates and last-minute offers appear from time to time across the lines sailing here, so it is worth speaking to our experts about what is available.

What cabin grades are available?

Cabin grades across the 2027 Tasmania fleet run from inside cabins through to full suites. The detailed grade breakdowns for Norwegian Spirit, Royal Princess and Westerdam are listed in the ship sections above. As a general guide:

• Inside cabins — the most compact and most affordable grade on any ship, with no natural light but everything you need for a comfortable voyage.
• Ocean-view or sea-view cabins — a window or porthole brings in daylight and a connection to the sea without the premium of a balcony.
• Balcony cabins — your own outdoor space, which matters on longer voyages. Sizes vary considerably between ships.
• Suites — significantly more living space, often with separate bedrooms, priority dining reservations and additional inclusions in the fare.

If you are unsure which grade suits your travel style or budget, our Australian cruise experts can walk you through the options on any ship — seven days a week.

Make it a full holiday

A Tasmania cruise naturally pairs with time on either side — especially on a one-way itinerary that starts or ends somewhere away from home. Cruise1st can put the whole trip together: the cruise, flights to or from the embarkation port, a hotel the night before you board, transfers between the airport and the ship, and tours ashore. Everything on one booking, one payment, one team to call if plans change.

That is what a Cruise1st Package is: your cruise plus whatever extras make the trip complete, arranged by specialists who know these ships and these routes. If you are already in Sydney or Brisbane and want to keep it simple, we can sort just the cruise and the parking. If you are flying in from Perth or Darwin, we can wrap the whole journey from your front door to the gangway and back.

Explore more 2027 sailings

Tasmania is one part of a rich 2027 Australian cruising season. If you want to broaden your search, the cruise around Australia 2027 page covers the wider Australian programme, and cruises from Australia in 2027 is the broader starting point for everything departing Australian ports.

For sailings that combine the two countries, the New Zealand cruise deals hub and our New Zealand cruises 2027 page cover that side of the Tasman. Australia cruise deals brings together everything sailing in Australian waters. If your dates fall around Easter, the Easter cruises 2027 from Sydney page is worth a look, as is the Christmas cruise 2027 Australia selection for end-of-year departures.

For specific port departures, cruises from Brisbane in 2027 and Princess Cruises from Fremantle 2027 narrow things down by embarkation. The cruise from Singapore to Australia 2027 page covers voyages finishing in Australian waters — useful if you are thinking of starting the trip in Southeast Asia. If you want to keep exploring further afield in 2027, the Asia cruises 2027 and Alaska cruises 2027 pages show what else is sailing that year. The main 2027 cruises hub and the cruises from Australia section are good places to start if you are still deciding on a destination.

For sailings departing Brisbane later in the year, the cruises from Brisbane in September 2027 page is a useful companion. And if you want to look at the 2026 season for comparison, 2026 cruises from Sydney gives you a sense of how the programme has evolved.

*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.