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What does “all-inclusive” really mean?

The short answer is: it depends on the cruise line — and that gap matters when you’re comparing prices. On some ships, all-inclusive means drinks, tips and Wi-Fi are bundled into the fare so your onboard account barely moves. On others, the label covers unlimited fine wines and spirits, butler service, specialty dining and shore excursion credits. The price you see at booking is much closer to the price you’ll actually pay, which is why comparing like-for-like across lines is worth doing with an expert rather than a search engine.

Not all all-inclusive cruises are equal

There are broadly 3 tiers, and knowing which you’re looking at makes the comparison honest.

Contemporary all-inclusive

Celebrity Cruises is a good example of how tiered fares work at this level. Their cruise-only rate gives you the lowest base fare, with the option to add what you want. Step up to their value tier and a classic drinks package plus basic Wi-Fi are included in a single price. At the top end, The Retreat fare brings premium drinks, premium Wi-Fi, suite accommodation and exclusive lounge and sundeck access as one package. If you want Celebrity Edge sailings from Sydney, our team can walk you through which tier suits how you actually holiday.

Premium all-inclusive

Silversea operates at a different level altogether. Their standard all-inclusive fare covers butler-serviced suites, exceptional dining, unlimited wines and spirits, onboard gratuities and Wi-Fi — all from the base price. Their Plus fare adds a shore excursion credit scaled to voyage length and a fully refundable deposit, which suits travellers who want flexibility built in.

Ultra-luxury all-inclusive

At this tier, very little is left to pay onboard. Regent Seven Seas Cruises positions its Seven Seas Grandeur around what it calls the most inclusive luxury experience at sea, with an unrivalled space-per-guest ratio and a genuine commitment to immersive exploration built into every sailing. Seabourn operates on a similar philosophy — more on their ships below.

Cruise lines offering all-inclusive cruises

The lines below are the most active on these sailings, listed in order of availability. Each takes a different approach to what all-inclusive actually covers — worth knowing before you compare fares.

MSC Cruises

MSC is the most popular line by volume across these sailings, with a wide spread of itineraries across multiple regions. Fare packages range from drinks-included bundles to more comprehensive all-inclusive options, making MSC a flexible entry point for travellers who want some certainty over onboard spend without committing to an ultra-luxury price point.

Viking Cruises

Viking is the second largest presence here. Their ocean ships are built for curious travellers who want cultural depth alongside comfort — and their all-inclusive fares reflect that, covering what you need without layering on extras you may not use.

Celebrity Cruises

As described above, Celebrity’s tiered approach gives you genuine choice. Their fare structure is transparent and well-suited to travellers who want to start lean and build up — or who want everything wrapped up from day one.

Silversea

Butler-serviced suites and unlimited wine and spirits from the base fare. Silversea’s all-inclusive model is one of the most comprehensive available, and their Plus fare adds a shore excursion credit and a refundable deposit for added peace of mind.

Regent Seven Seas Cruises

Regent is built around the idea that nothing meaningful should be left unpaid. The Seven Seas Grandeur exemplifies this — generous space per guest, impeccable dining and a schedule designed around the destinations rather than the ship’s schedule.

Explora Journeys

A newer name but a significant one. EXPLORA II and her sister ships are ocean-going residences as much as cruise ships — designed for travellers who want to feel at home at sea rather than on a floating resort. Their fare tiers include flight-and-transfer packages for seamless international travel.

Azamara

Azamara’s small-ship model means longer port stays and access to harbours that larger ships simply cannot reach. The Azamara Journey carries just 694 guests and its specialty restaurants — Prime C and Aqualina — are included at no extra charge, alongside a Caviar and Champagne Bar. Exclusive AzAmazing Evenings, private cultural events ashore such as vineyard dinners and private concerts, are part of the fare too. For current Azamara sale fares, our team can advise on what’s available.

Ships worth knowing on these sailings

A few ships stand out for what they include and what sets them apart.

Seabourn Quest

Seabourn Quest carries just 450 guests — a size that enables a near 1:1 crew-to-guest ratio. Every suite includes a private balcony, butler service and all fine wines and spirits as standard, without a drinks package to add or a gratuity bill at the end. At the heart of the ship, the Seabourn Square social hub replaces the traditional cruise desk with an open, café-style lounge — a deliberate design choice that says something about how Seabourn sees its guests. The Seabourn Quest cabin and deck plans are worth a look if you’re deciding between suite grades. The Grand Wintergarden Suite reaches approximately 115–120 m², nearly twice the space of the Owner’s Suites, sleeping up to 4 guests.

Seabourn Ovation

Sister ship to the Quest and equally intimate, the Seabourn Ovation delivers the same elegant, classic luxury experience with complimentary fine dining included throughout. If you’re choosing between the two, Seabourn Ovation cabin and deck plans will show you the suite layout in detail. The Grand Wintergarden Suite GR — 115 m² with a private hot tub, a separate bedroom and a full kitchen — sleeps up to 4 guests and is among the most generous suites at this ship size.

EXPLORA II

EXPLORA II is built for guests who want a residential feel rather than a traditional cruise atmosphere. The Owner’s Residence spans 183 m² of interior space and an additional 132 m² of private terrace, positioned across the full width of the stern — there is no comparable space on board. For a full picture of suite options, the EXPLORA II cabin and deck plans lay out every grade. Explora III and EXPLORA IV are also sailing under the Explora Journeys flag, continuing the line’s expansion.

Seven Seas Grandeur

Regent’s flagship brings together spacious all-suite accommodation, immersive destination programming and a genuinely inclusive fare. For guests who want to understand the full suite range before booking, the Seven Seas Grandeur cabin and deck plans are available.

Where do all-inclusive cruises go from Australia?

The mix spans close-to-home sailings and long-haul journeys, with something for most travel styles.

Close to home — Australian waters, New Zealand and the Pacific

Australian coastal itineraries are the most active group in this collection, making them the natural starting point for anyone who wants to keep travel simple. If you’re sailing from Sydney or Brisbane, a local departure means no international flight at all. Fly in from another state and you’re looking at a short domestic hop — still a much easier journey than reaching a European port. All-inclusive cruises from Sydney have their own page if you want to go straight there.

New Zealand sailings are the third-largest group, with many round trips that pair Australian and New Zealand coastlines. The Australia and New Zealand combination is a popular itinerary shape for those wanting both in a single voyage. South Pacific and Polynesia sailings also feature strongly for guests after island-hopping in warm waters.

One-way sailings are common in this collection — more so than round trips across the sample we hold — so on many departures the voyage finishes in a different city from where it begins, with a domestic flight connecting the two legs. Worth factoring in when you plan, and something our team can book alongside your cruise.

The long haul — Asia, the Americas, Europe and beyond

For those with more time, transpacific sailings cross between Australia and the Americas, while South America itineraries offer an extended journey for guests who want a proper long voyage. British Isles sailings appear in the collection too, as do East Asian itineraries — both requiring international flights to reach the embarkation port. Most sailings in this collection depart from overseas ports including Barcelona, Rome, Athens and Miami, so for the majority of Australian travellers these are fly-cruise trips. Cruise1st can book the international flights, the pre-cruise hotel and the transfers as a Cruise1st Package, so everything is on one booking rather than spread across 3 or 4 separate ones. For Miami departures, note that Miami and Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades) are about half an hour apart, so it’s worth checking both for dates and prices.

If you have a specific destination in mind, all-inclusive Mediterranean cruises for 2027 and 2026 have their own pages, as does 2028 for those planning further ahead. Southeast Asian sailings — including departures from Singapore and Hong Kong — are another strong group for Australians wanting a shorter long-haul option.

Local all-inclusive cruise deals

If you want to stay closer to home, Australian coastal and South Pacific sailings offer genuine all-inclusive value without the need for an international flight. Round trips from Sydney are a practical option for east-coast travellers, while Christmas 2026 cruises in Australia and Easter 2027 sailings from Sydney are worth looking at if you’re planning around school or public holidays. For guests sailing from Western Australia, Bali (Benoa) is a popular regional destination that can be reached without crossing the Pacific. Prices start from A$319 pp* — and because this is a cruise-only fare from Cruise1st, our team can add accommodation and flights around it to make it a complete package.

Make it a holiday

Cruise1st is a cruise specialist — every listing here is a cruise or a cruise-inclusive package. Our Australian cruise experts, available 7 days a week, can build a full trip around your sailing: international or domestic flights, pre- and post-cruise hotels, private transfers, tours and travel insurance. Whether you want a straightforward fly-cruise or a multi-destination holiday with stopovers built in, Cruise1st Packages put it on one booking. And our Best Price Guarantee means you’re not paying more by booking through us than you would direct.

Looking for something broader? Browse all cruise deals, explore cruises from Australia, or see what’s on for Princess Cruises’ 2027–2028 season. If you’re thinking about different departure points, round-trip Sydney sailings, Brisbane departures in 2027 and Sydney cruise deals all have their own pages worth checking alongside these all-inclusive options. For something a little different, Carnival cruises to Australia, Christmas cruises to New Zealand and short cruises from Brisbane round out the picture for guests still weighing up their options.

*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.