Cruises from Sydney in March 2027

Where can you sail from Sydney in March 2027?

March 2027 sailings from Sydney span a wide arc of the globe — from close-to-home Australian coastal itineraries through the South Pacific and Polynesia, all the way to long transpacific crossings that end in Honolulu, Vancouver or Los Angeles. Voyages in this month also reach Australia and New Zealand waters and, for those with time to spare, round-the-world itineraries that call at ports across multiple continents. Durations run from a few nights to more than two months, with a median length around 16 nights — long enough to feel like a genuine journey, not just a getaway.

If you live in Sydney, you walk on board with no flight at all. If you are travelling from another Australian state, a short domestic hop to Sydney is all it takes — far easier than reaching an overseas embarkation port. For one-way sailings that end in a different city, our team can book the connecting domestic flight home as part of the same booking. Either way, cruises from Sydney keep the journey simple.

What regions are most popular for March 2027 departures?

Close to home — Australia, the Pacific and New Zealand

Australian coastal sailings make up the largest share of what is on offer in March 2027, and for good reason. A voyage along the Australian coastline in autumn lets you experience some of the country’s most spectacular scenery at a comfortable time of year, with itineraries that suit both first-timers and experienced cruisers. If you want something slightly further afield, the South Pacific features strongly too — a cluster of sailings heads into Melanesian and Melanesian-adjacent waters, offering a mix of tropical scenery and relaxed island culture. Polynesia rounds out the near-Pacific options, with voyages that trace the remote, far-flung reaches of the Pacific Ocean. A pair of sailings also combine Australia and New Zealand in a single itinerary, and there are options that venture into New Zealand waters alone. If you are planning a cruise around Australia in 2027, March is one of the most popular months to do it.

The long haul — transpacific and round the world

For those with more time, the transpacific sailings leaving Sydney in March 2027 are among the most ambitious voyages available. These are predominantly one-way crossings, heading northeast across the Pacific and finishing in ports such as Honolulu, Vancouver or Los Angeles — so if you are flying out to the US West Coast or Hawaii, a transpacific cruise is a spectacular way to get there. Explore the full range of transpacific cruise options to see what suits your schedule. A small number of round-the-world departures also leave Sydney in March, calling at ports across three or more continents over journeys that can stretch beyond two months — life-changing voyages for those who can commit the time.

Note on itinerary shape: more of the March 2027 sailings from Sydney are one-way than round-trip. If your sailing ends somewhere other than Sydney, our team can book your return flights and any accommodation either side as part of the same package — nothing is left for you to sort out separately.

Which cruise lines sail from Sydney in March 2027?

Princess Cruises leads the March 2027 programme from Sydney, with more departures than any other line. Royal Caribbean and Cruise1st Package sailings each feature a solid range of departures, and Celebrity Cruises is represented by sailings aboard Celebrity Edge. Carnival Cruise Line brings its well-known holiday atmosphere on Carnival Splendor, which is homeported in Sydney. For something more refined, Oceania Cruises sails aboard Riviera, while Seabourn offers small-ship luxury on Seabourn Quest. There is also capacity on Anthem of the Seas and Grand Princess, among others. If you are specifically looking at the Princess Cruises 2027–2028 season, you will find their Sydney programme among the strongest on offer.

What are the ships like?

Royal Princess — Princess Cruises

Royal Princess carries more sailings from Sydney in March 2027 than any other ship. One of its most talked-about features is the SeaWalk — an 18-metre glass-bottomed walkway that extends over the side of the ship, 40 metres above the ocean. It is one of the most dramatic structural features found at sea. Day-to-day life on board is shaped by MedallionClass® OceanNow® technology, which lets you order food and drinks to any spot on the ship via the Princess app. Dining highlights include Crown Grill for premium steaks and Sabatini’s for Italian cuisine, alongside the 24-hour International Café for those who want something whenever the mood strikes. See the full range of Royal Princess cabins and deck plans before you book.

Cabin grades on Royal Princess

• Inside cabin IA — 15.4 m², sleeps 4. The most affordable entry point, 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 and ocean sightlines that interior cabins cannot offer.
• Deluxe Balcony cabin DA — 23.4 m², sleeps 4. A private balcony gives you your own outdoor space for breakfast or sundowners at sea.
• Penthouse Suite S3 with aft balcony — from 54.5 m², sleeps 4. The largest accommodation on board, with significantly more living space than any other cabin grade.

Princess sails two fare tiers on these departures. The Princess Plus package includes 4 casual dining meals per voyage, beverages up to A$15 each (daily limit 15 drinks), MedallionNet® Max Wi-Fi, pre-paid crew appreciation, unlimited digital photographs plus 3 prints, and reserved theatre seating. Princess Standard is the base cruise fare — Plus and Premier packages can be added on. If you are considering Princess Cruises around Australia in 2027, the Royal Princess programme is a strong starting point.

Anthem of the Seas — Royal Caribbean

Anthem of the Seas holds the Guinness World Record for the tallest viewing deck at sea — the North Star observation capsule rises 300 feet above the waterline, giving a perspective few ships can match. On deck, RipCord by iFLY is an onboard skydiving simulator, and SeaPlex adds bumper cars to the mix. The Two70° venue at the stern is a vast, glass-fronted space that hosts 4K immersive performances alongside a Bionic Bar where robotic arms mix your cocktails. Review the Anthem of the Seas cabins and deck plans to find the grade that suits you.

Royal Caribbean offers fare types such as last-minute fares and early booking bonuses — our experts can explain which applies to your sailing and whether it is combinable with other offers.

Carnival Splendor — Carnival Cruise Line

Carnival Splendor is homeported in Sydney, which makes it the easiest ship on this list to board — no domestic flight, no long transfer. The Green Lightning waterslide and WaterWorks™ waterpark keep younger passengers entertained, while the retractable-roof midship pool means there is always somewhere to swim regardless of the weather. Adults can retreat to the Serenity area or the Cloud 9 Spa™ with its Thalassotherapy pools and thermal suites. Dining ranges from Guy’s Burger Joint to Fahrenheit 555 steakhouse and the Masala Tiger restaurant. Check the Carnival Splendor cabin and deck plan details to see what each grade offers.

Carnival Splendor cabin grades run from the Cloud 9 Spa Inside cabin (16 m², spa access included) through the Large Sea-view cabin 6K (30 m², a full 10 m² larger than standard ocean-view grades) to the Balcony cabin 8M with a large balcony (26 m², 9 m² more than standard balcony cabins) and up to the Captain’s Suite CS — a 47 m² suite with a separate bedroom and living area, the largest accommodation on board. For more on Carnival sailings in 2027, our dedicated page has the full picture.

Riviera — Oceania Cruises

Riviera is built around food. All 6 of its speciality restaurants — including Polo Grill, Toscana and Jacques — are included in the fare with no surcharges, ever. More unusually, it is home to The Culinary Center, the only cooking school at sea, where guests can take hands-on classes with expert chefs. With just 1,250 guests on board and around 800 crew, the ratio of staff to passengers is close to 1:1, which translates to a level of attentiveness most larger ships cannot match. See the Riviera cabins and deck plans for the full layout.

Seabourn Quest — Seabourn

Seabourn Quest carries just 450 guests and operates at a near 1:1 crew-to-guest ratio. Every suite has a private balcony, butler service, and all fine wines and spirits are included in the fare — this is all-inclusive luxury at the upper end of the market. The Seabourn Square social hub replaces the traditional cruise desk with a café-style lounge at the heart of the ship, giving the whole experience a far more relaxed, residential feel. Explore the Seabourn Quest cabins and deck plans to understand the suite categories in detail. 8 of the sailings across the March programme are all-inclusive, and the Seabourn departures sit among them.

Celebrity Edge — Celebrity Cruises

Celebrity Edge introduced the Magic Carpet — the world’s first cantilevered floating platform, which moves up and down the hull across 16 storeys and functions as a bar, a restaurant and a dive platform depending on where it stops. The Infinite Veranda stateroom format opens the entire balcony wall, so the boundary between your cabin and the ocean air disappears entirely. The Eden venue, a three-level live-performance space, is unlike anything else at sea. Celebrity offers two main fare tiers on these sailings: a base rate that lets you choose add-ons yourself, and an All Inclusive fare that bundles a classic drinks package with Wi-Fi in one price. A premium Retreat tier covers suite guests with premium drinks, premium Wi-Fi, exclusive lounge and sundeck access, and private dining. See the Celebrity Edge cabins and deck plans to compare stateroom grades.

Are there discounted sailings in March 2027 from Sydney?

A number of sailings carry reduced fares — up to 23% off the price previously listed for that cabin grade, though that maximum applies to a single departure. Across discounted sailings, the typical reduction is closer to 9%. If you spot a fare that suits you, it is worth booking sooner rather than later: discounted availability in this month does move. Our team can tell you which sailings currently carry reduced fares and whether the saving is on the grade you want.

What does it cost to cruise from Sydney in March 2027?

Fares start from A$679 pp* for the shortest departures. Longer voyages and premium lines carry higher per-person prices, and suite grades sit well above that figure. Every price you see on Cruise1st is backed by our Best Price Guarantee — if you find the same sailing for less, we will match it. Our cheap cruises from Sydney page is a good starting point if budget is your primary filter.

Can we make it a full holiday package?

Yes — and for many March 2027 travellers this makes a real difference. If your sailing ends in a different city — Honolulu, Vancouver, Los Angeles or Civitavecchia (Rome) — our team can book your return flights and any hotels either side as part of the same booking, so nothing is left dangling. We can also add tours, transfers and travel insurance. All of it goes on a single booking, and a single point of contact looks after it. That is what a Cruise1st Package looks like in practice. Whether you are after a straightforward Sydney round-trip or a one-way transpacific adventure that ends with a few nights overseas, we will put it together for you.

Our Australian cruise experts are available seven days a week — call before you book, and they can walk you through cabin grades, fare tiers and any current promotions on the sailings you are considering.

Are there Easter cruises departing from Sydney in March 2027?

Easter 2027 falls in late March, which means some March departures coincide with the Easter break — a popular time for families and those taking extended leave. If Easter timing is important to you, check the Easter 2027 cruises from Sydney page for sailings specifically aligned with the holiday period.

Planning ahead or looking at other options?

If March does not suit your schedule, or you want to compare with other months and ports, a few related pages are worth bookmarking. Sydney departures in September 2027 are another popular window. If you are flexible on the departure city, cruises from Brisbane in 2027 run a strong programme of their own — as do Princess Cruises from Brisbane in 2027 specifically. For a broader view of what is available across the year, the 2027 cruises hub covers all Australian and international departures in that season. You can also browse short cruises from Sydney in 2027 if duration is your main consideration, or explore the full range of March cruises beyond Sydney if you are open to different embarkation ports. For those dreaming of a voyage further afield, cruises from Singapore to Australia in 2027 make for a compelling alternative direction of travel. And if your search extends to the festive season, Christmas 2027 cruises in Australia are already on sale.

*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.