All inclusive cruises from Melbourne

What does all-inclusive mean on a cruise from Melbourne?

All-inclusive cruises cover the costs that can otherwise add up fast once you’re at sea — drinks, dining, gratuities and Wi-Fi — so the price you see is close to the price you pay. Every sailing is all-inclusive, departing from Melbourne with lines that have built their reputations on that promise: Silversea, Princess Cruises, Azamara Cruises and Regent Seven Seas Cruises. Voyages run from 10 to 26 nights, with a median of 21 nights — these are longer, more immersive trips rather than short hops.

All sailings here are one-way. Most finish in Sydney, with a couple ending in Auckland and one reaching Singapore. If Melbourne is home, you board on your doorstep and fly back from wherever the voyage ends — Cruise1st can book that return leg, along with a hotel the night before if you need one.

Where do these cruises go?

The strongest concentration of sailings is along the Australian coast — a region that rewards a longer voyage, with ports spread across an enormous shoreline. A handful of itineraries cross into New Zealand waters or take in both countries in a single sailing, making the most of the geography on one continuous journey. Every itinerary in this collection sails at sea rather than along a river, so you get open-ocean sailing between substantial port visits.

Australia

The majority of departures trace the Australian coastline, finishing in Sydney. These voyages suit anyone who wants to explore their own country from the water — a very different perspective from flying between cities. With voyages regularly running three weeks, there’s time to settle into a rhythm at sea and genuinely explore each stop.

New Zealand and Australia combined

A smaller number of sailings cross the Tasman to take in New Zealand, ending in Auckland. These trans-Tasman itineraries are a natural extension for Australian cruisers who want to add a neighbouring country without booking a separate trip. If you’re flying home from Auckland afterwards, Cruise1st can book that flight as part of the same package.

Which cruise lines sail all-inclusive from Melbourne?

The four lines here each take a distinct approach to what “all-inclusive” means in practice. Silversea leads the count, followed by Princess Cruises, with Azamara Cruises and Regent Seven Seas Cruises each offering a departure. Here’s what you actually get with each.

Silversea — butler service, unlimited drinks and Wi-Fi as standard

Silversea’s all-inclusive fare covers butler-serviced suites, exceptional dining across multiple venues, unlimited wines and spirits, onboard gratuities and Wi-Fi. An enhanced fare tier adds a shore excursion credit and a fully refundable deposit — worth considering on a long voyage where plans may change. Every guest has a personal butler regardless of cabin grade, which is a meaningful difference from lines where that service is reserved for the top suites only.

Silversea sails these itineraries aboard Silver Moon, the newest and most luxurious ship in the Silversea fleet. The standout accommodation is the Grand Suite G2 — a two-bedroom suite of 174 m² with separate sleeping, living and working areas, sleeping up to 6 guests. You can browse all grades and deck layouts on the Silver Moon cabins and deck plans page.

Princess Cruises — flexible fare tiers with dining and drinks bundles

Princess sails these routes aboard Grand Princess. The Princess Plus fare — the all-inclusive option here — covers 4 casual dining meals per voyage, beverages up to A$15 each 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. The MedallionClass® OceanNow® system lets you order food, drinks and services to anywhere on the ship through the Princess app, which removes the need to queue at a bar or restaurant.

Grand Princess cabin grades run from a compact interior to the ship’s largest suite:

• Inside cabin IA — 14.9 m², sleeps 4. Located on middle decks, minimising ship motion and giving central access to lifts and facilities.
• Premium sea view O3 — 19.1 m², sleeps 4. Floor-to-ceiling panoramic window with unobstructed sea views and natural daylight.
• Premium Balcony cabin B2 — 25.5 m², sleeps 4. Floor-to-ceiling glass sliding doors create an open-plan feel and bring in more light than a standard balcony cabin.
• Grand Suite S1 with private hot tub — 67.8 m², sleeps 4. The largest suite on board, considerably more spacious than all other suite categories, with a private hot tub on the balcony.

Full layouts and deck-by-deck plans are on the Grand Princess cabins and deck plans page.

Azamara Cruises — longer port stays and exclusive shore events included

Azamara Pursuit carries just 777 guests, which means it can dock in smaller ports and stay longer — overnight stays and late departures are a regular feature of Azamara itineraries, not an occasional bonus. The fare includes complimentary AzAmazing Evenings: exclusive private cultural events ashore that are planned and hosted specifically for guests on that sailing. Specialty dining at Prime C and Aqualina is included in the fare rather than charged as an extra. See more on the Azamara Pursuit ship page, or explore cabin grades and deck plans before you book.

If you want to know more about current Azamara promotions, the Azamara More to Discover event page is worth checking.

Regent Seven Seas Cruises — a fully inclusive luxury experience aboard Seven Seas Splendor

Seven Seas Splendor sails Regent’s single departure from Melbourne. Regent positions its offering as the most inclusive luxury experience at sea, with an emphasis on spacious accommodation and immersive exploration ashore. Cabin grades, layouts and deck plans are available on the Seven Seas Splendor cabins and deck plans page.

Are there discounts available on these sailings?

A number of sailings carry reduced fares — reductions from the price previously listed for that cabin grade on that sailing. Discounts reach up to 32% on one departure, though that is the maximum on a single sailing; most reduced sailings are discounted by around 14%. If a lower fare matters to you, our team can check current pricing across all available grades when you call.

How do I get to the ship — do I need a flight?

Every sailing departs from Melbourne, so if you live locally you can board without any flight at all. If you’re travelling from another state, a domestic flight is the simplest way to reach the ship — far shorter than any international journey, and one Cruise1st can book as part of your holiday. Because these are one-way voyages, you’ll finish in a different city: Sydney for most itineraries, Auckland for a couple, and Singapore for one. Cruise1st can arrange the return flight, any hotels you need at either end, and transfers to and from the port — all on one booking.

Planning a Christmas sailing? The Australia Christmas cruise deals for 2026 page has options timed around the holiday period. And if you’re comparing all-inclusive options more broadly, the full all-inclusive cruises collection covers additional lines and regions.

What can Cruise1st add to my booking?

Cruise1st is a cruise specialist — every offer is a cruise or a cruise-inclusive package. Our Australian cruise experts, available seven days a week, can talk through cabin grades, fare tiers and itinerary options before you commit. We can build a Cruise1st Package around your sailing that includes flights, hotels, tours, transfers and insurance — either as a set bundle or a fully custom arrangement. The Best Price Guarantee applies to every booking: if you find the same sailing at a lower price, we’ll match it.

Departures from Melbourne cover a wide range of voyage lengths and lines, but the full Melbourne cruise range and the broader Australian cruise collection both have more options if you’d like to compare. If you prefer a shorter taster voyage, 3-day cruises from Melbourne offer a quicker way to try the experience. Princess Cruises also has an extended schedule worth exploring on the Princess 2027–2028 season launch page.

Prefer to depart from a different port? All-inclusive cruises from Sydney and all-inclusive cruises from Adelaide follow a similar all-inclusive format from their own home ports. Alternatively, explore Australia and New Zealand cruise deals if you’d like to see both countries on one voyage.

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.