Cruises from Sydney in October 2027

What’s sailing from Sydney in October 2027?

October 2027 sailings from Sydney cover an appealing spread of regions — the Australian coast accounts for the largest share, with Australia and New Zealand combinations and South Pacific routes also well represented, and a handful of sailings reaching across to New Zealand independently. Most are round-trip voyages that return you to Sydney, which keeps the logistics simple. A smaller number are one-way sailings ending in Auckland, Melbourne or Perth (Fremantle) — if you’re on one of those, a domestic flight or connecting journey links both ends of the trip, and our team can sort that out at the same time as your cruise booking.

Trip lengths run from a couple of nights to longer voyages stretching to 36 nights, with a median of 9 nights — enough to feel genuinely away. Prices start from A$527 pp* for the month, and a portion of sailings carry reduced fares, with discounts of up to 17% on one departure and most reduced sailings sitting around 5% off that cabin grade’s previous price. A handful of sailings are all-inclusive, covering drinks and extras in the one fare — worth looking at if you’d rather know the full cost before you board.

Which cruise lines sail from Sydney in October 2027?

Six cruise lines have October 2027 sailings from Sydney, and between them they suit a wide range of styles and budgets:

• Princess Cruises — a strong showing of sailings, many with the Princess Plus package bundling casual dining meals, beverages up to A$15 each, MedallionNet® Max Wi-Fi, pre-paid gratuities, unlimited digital photos and reserved theatre seating in one fare. A base Standard fare is also available if you’d prefer to add extras yourself.
• Carnival Cruise Line — the other major presence this month, with a fleet that leans into active entertainment and generous dining variety, well suited to families and groups.
• Celebrity Cruises — three sailings, with fare options ranging from a build-your-own base rate to an all-inclusive bundle covering drinks and Wi-Fi, and a premium Retreat tier for suite guests.
• Royal Caribbean — 2 sailings, with fare types such as early booking bonuses with onboard credit, last-minute fares and solo-traveller options.
• Holland America Line — 2 sailings for those after a more classic, unhurried style of cruising.
• Cruise1st Packages — cruise-plus-flight bundles that wrap the cruise, flights, hotels and transfers into one straightforward holiday price.

The ships sailing this month

Carnival Adventure

Carnival Adventure carries the most October sailings of any ship this month. On deck, the EDGE Adventure Park delivers zip-lining, rock climbing, abseiling and a flying fox — all towering above the water. Dining ranges from the Fahrenheit 555 Steakhouse to Bonsai Sushi, with Blanc de Blanc Uncorked cabaret adding a nightlife element that’s hard to match at sea. Families are well looked after through Camp Ocean (ages 2–11), Circle C and Club O2 teen programmes, while adults can retreat to the Serenity Retreat and Cloud 9 Spa. Cabin grades on Carnival Adventure include:

• Inside cabin 4A — 15 m², sleeps 4, with a walk-in wardrobe and generous storage for longer voyages
• Ocean-view cabin with porthole PT — 15 m², sleeps 4, with 2 round portholes for natural light on decks 1–2
• Balcony cabin 8A — 16 m², sleeps 4, private balcony with glass folding door
• Byron Beach Club Presidential Suite SB — 58 m², sleeps 4, expansive balcony, dressing area and deluxe bathroom

See the full layout in the Carnival Adventure cabins and deck plans.

Carnival Splendor

Carnival Splendor brings the Green Lightning waterslide and WaterWorks™ waterpark, plus a retractable-roof midship pool that works whatever the weather. Guy’s Burger Joint, the Fahrenheit 555 steakhouse and Masala Tiger give the dining line-up real range, and the Cloud 9 Spa™ features Thalassotherapy pools and thermal suites for those after something quieter. Cabin grades on Carnival Splendor:

• Cloud 9 Spa inside cabin 4S — 16 m², sleeps 3, includes Cloud 9 Spa access, priority spa reservations and unlimited thermal suite use
• Large sea-view cabin 6K — 30 m², sleeps 4, a full 10 m² larger than standard ocean-view grades
• Balcony cabin 8M with large balcony — 26 m², sleeps 4, 9 m² more than standard balcony cabins
• Captain’s Suite CS — 47 m², sleeps 5, the largest suite on board with separate bedroom and living area

Compare layouts at the Carnival Splendor cabins and deck plans.

Grand Princess

Grand Princess brings 5 Princess Cruises sailings to October 2027 from Sydney. The Crown Grill has been rated by USA Today as the best cruise steakhouse, and Sabatini’s Italian Trattoria sits alongside it as a specialty dining alternative. MedallionClass® OceanNow® lets you order food, drinks and services anywhere on the ship via the Princess app — no queuing required. Poolside, Movies Under the Stars® sets up a giant screen with free popcorn and blankets for evening viewings. Cabin grades on Grand Princess:

• Inside cabin IA — 14.9 m², sleeps 4, on the middle decks with central lift access
• Premium sea view O3 — 19.1 m², sleeps 4, floor-to-ceiling panoramic window with unobstructed sea views
• Premium balcony cabin B2 — 25.5 m², sleeps 4, floor-to-ceiling glass sliding doors
• Grand Suite S1 with private hot tub — 67.8 m², sleeps 4, the largest suite on board

Full deck-by-deck layouts are on the Grand Princess cabins and deck plans page. For a broader look at the line’s 2027 Australian programme, the Princess Cruises around Australia 2027 page covers the full season.

Royal Princess

Royal Princess carries one of the most talked-about ship features afloat: the SeaWalk, an 18-metre glass-bottomed walkway that hovers 40 metres above the ocean. MedallionClass OceanNow on-demand delivery works across the whole ship, and Crown Grill and Sabatini’s cover specialty dining, with the 24-hour International Café for late-night grazing. Check out the Royal Princess cabins and deck plans for the full range of cabin options.

Anthem of the Seas

Royal Caribbean’s Anthem of the Seas brings 2 sailings this October. The North Star observation capsule holds the Guinness World Record for the tallest viewing deck at sea — 300 feet above the waves. The RipCord by iFLY skydiving simulator and SeaPlex bumper cars add more active options, and the Two70° venue delivers 4K immersive performances alongside Bionic Bar robotic cocktails. See the Anthem of the Seas cabins and deck plans to compare stateroom categories.

Celebrity Solstice

Celebrity Solstice underwent a comprehensive revitalisation in 2026, which brought Fine Cut Steakhouse, Trattoria Rossa handmade pasta, and a redesigned Chef’s Table by Daniel Boulud. The Retreat suite sanctuary and AquaClass wellness cabins offer two premium tiers, each with exclusive dining at Luminae and Blu respectively. The Sunset Park top-deck venue and Boulevard Lounge Dueling Pianos round out the evening options. Review cabin options on the Celebrity Solstice cabins and deck plans page, or explore the full line’s Sydney programme on the Celebrity 2027/2028 cruises from Sydney page.

Where do these sailings go?

The largest group heads around the Australian coast, giving you the chance to see more of the country from the water without leaving home waters. A second group combines Australia with New Zealand, crossing the Tasman to visit ports on both sides. South Pacific sailings head out into the island groups of the South Pacific, while a single New Zealand sailing focuses on the islands and harbours of that country alone. If a crossing to Auckland catches your eye, note that some of these are one-way voyages — our team can add the return domestic leg and any pre- or post-cruise hotel nights to the same booking.

Is October a good time to cruise from Sydney?

October sits in Australian spring, which means school holidays in some states, so sailings — particularly the shorter weekend and week-long options — can fill quickly. Booking earlier generally gives you access to more cabin grades and fare types. For those looking at short cruises from Sydney in 2027, October has options at the briefer end of the range, which suit a first cruise or a long-weekend break. If you’re weighing up the months either side, Sydney sailings in September 2027 are worth comparing.

Make it a complete holiday

Cruise1st is a cruise specialist — every offer is a cruise or a cruise-inclusive package. If you’re travelling from interstate, we can add domestic flights, hotels the night before departure, transfers to the pier and travel insurance, all on the one booking. For one-way sailings ending in Auckland, Melbourne or Fremantle, we can handle the return journey at the same time. Our Australian cruise experts are available seven days a week, and the Best Price Guarantee means you don’t need to shop around once you’ve found the right sailing.

Explore the full Sydney cruises range for departures across all months, or browse all 2027 cruises if you’re flexible on timing. Considering a different base? Cruises from Brisbane in 2027 are another strong option, with sailings from that port covering similar regions.

If you’re already thinking about the holiday season, the Christmas 2027 Australia cruise page covers late-year departures from Australian ports. And for those interested in a full cruise around Australia in 2027, longer itineraries are available separately.

Carnival’s October programme is also covered on the Carnival Cruises 2027 page, and the full Princess Cruises 2027–2028 season launch sets out what the line has planned across both years. For the broader Sydney departure picture, Australian cruises covers the national programme, and cheap cruise deals from Sydney is worth checking if budget is the primary filter.

*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.