Melbourne to New Zealand cruises in 2027

New Zealand cruises from Melbourne in 2027

These are one-way ocean voyages departing Melbourne and finishing in Auckland, running between 16 and 26 nights. Both sailings are all-inclusive, and both are operated by luxury lines: Azamara Cruises and Silversea. Fares start from A$5,979 pp*. Because these are one-way itineraries, you’ll arrive in Auckland at the end — a straightforward domestic flight connects you back to your home city, and Cruise1st can arrange that alongside hotels and transfers if you’d like it sorted in one go.

Which cruise lines sail from Melbourne to New Zealand in 2027?

2 cruise lines operate sailings on this route in 2027. Here’s what each brings to the crossing.

Azamara Cruises — boutique-style, destination-focused

Azamara Pursuit carries just 777 guests, which is small enough that the ship can overnight in port rather than rushing back to sea. That matters on a New Zealand voyage, because longer port stays mean you can genuinely explore ashore rather than squeezing a destination into a few hours. Every sailing includes AzAmazing Evenings — exclusive private cultural events arranged ashore as part of your fare. The specialty restaurants Prime C and Aqualina are also included, so you’re not watching your spending every time you sit down to dinner.

Choosing a cabin on Azamara Pursuit? The grades range widely — see the Azamara Pursuit cabins and deck plans for the full layout. In brief:

• Inside cabin 09 (14.7 m², sleeps 2) — no window, so genuinely dark and quiet between port days
• Ocean-view cabin 04 (13.3 m², sleeps 3) — a large sea-view window brings natural light into the cabin
• Veranda Plus Ocean-view cabin P1 (16.3 m², sleeps 3) — private balcony with direct access to the sea air
• Club World Owner’s Suite CW (52 m², sleeps 3) — the largest cabin on board, more than 3 times the size of a standard veranda and 11 m² bigger than the Ocean Suite

Silversea — all-inclusive luxury with a personal butler

Silver Moon is Silversea’s flagship vessel, and every cabin comes with a personal butler as standard — not as an upgrade. The all-inclusive fare covers butler-serviced suites, exceptional dining, unlimited wines and spirits, onboard gratuities and Wi-Fi. Step up to the All-Inclusive Plus fare and you also gain a shore excursion credit based on your voyage length, plus a fully refundable deposit for added flexibility.

If you’re considering the grandest option aboard Silver Moon, the Grand Suite G2 spans 174 m² across 2 bedrooms, with separate areas for sleeping, living and working — and sleeps up to 6. See the full range on the Silver Moon cabins and deck plans page.

For a broader look at what Silversea offers around Australia and New Zealand, visit our Australia cruises with Silversea page.

Melbourne to New Zealand cruise prices in 2027

Fares start from A$5,979 pp* — and because both sailings are fully all-inclusive, that figure covers considerably more than a standard cruise fare. On Silversea, your suite, butler, dining, unlimited drinks and Wi-Fi are all in the price. On Azamara, specialty dining and AzAmazing Evenings ashore are included too. There are no discounted sailings on this route, so the prices you see are the current live fares for each cabin grade.

If you want to compare what’s available across the broader New Zealand cruises 2027 programme — including sailings from other Australian ports — that page covers the full picture.

How to get to Melbourne to board

If you live in Melbourne, boarding is simple: no airport, no check-in queue, no long-haul flight. Drive, take the train, or arrange a transfer and you’re on the ship the same day. If you’re travelling from another state, a short domestic flight to Melbourne is straightforward, and Cruise1st can add that flight, a hotel the night before, and a transfer to the terminal as part of a Cruise1st Package.

Because these are one-way voyages finishing in Auckland, the return leg is the domestic flight home from New Zealand — or turn it into a longer trip with a few nights in Auckland beforehand. Our team can put the whole thing together on one booking.

What’s included on these sailings?

Both sailings are all-inclusive. That means drinks, dining and gratuities are covered in the fare rather than billed separately on board. Silversea’s Classic fare adds butler service and Wi-Fi to that list; the All-Inclusive Plus tier adds a shore excursion credit and a refundable deposit. Azamara’s fare includes specialty restaurant dining and complimentary AzAmazing Evenings ashore. There are no hidden bar bills to worry about at the end of the voyage.

Why book your Melbourne to New Zealand cruise with Cruise1st?

Cruise1st’s Australian cruise experts are available seven days a week to talk through your options — which cabin grade suits how you like to travel, which fare tier makes sense for your plans, and what to add around the cruise itself. Our Best Price Guarantee means you’re not paying a premium for the service. And if you want flights, hotels in Auckland, tours or travel insurance arranged alongside the cruise, we can put all of that into a single Cruise1st Package so nothing falls through the gaps.

Other 2027 cruises you might be considering

If you’re still weighing up your options for 2027, there’s a wide range of Australian departures worth a look. Cruises around Australia in 2027 cover the domestic coastline if you’d rather stay closer to home. For something further afield, cruises from Singapore to Australia in 2027 work well if you’re planning a trip through Southeast Asia. Travelling at Christmas? Christmas cruises from Australia in 2027 have strong availability across the region.

If April suits your schedule, browse April 2027 cruises from Australia, or take a look at the full cruises from Australia in 2027 programme to compare departure ports and regions in one place. Easter 2027 cruises from Sydney are another popular option if you’re on the east coast. Sailing from Queensland? Cruises from Brisbane in 2027 include New Zealand itineraries departing from the north.

For the broader New Zealand picture, New Zealand cruise deals cover all departure ports and years, and New Zealand cruise deals from Sydney or New Zealand cruises from Brisbane are worth a look if Melbourne isn’t your nearest port. You can also browse all cruises to compare routes, lines and regions side by side, or see what’s coming for New Zealand cruises in 2028 if 2027 doesn’t quite work.

Prefer a shorter Melbourne sailing first? 3-day cruises from Melbourne are a practical way to try ocean cruising before committing to a longer voyage, and cheap cruises from Melbourne cover the most affordable options across all routes.

*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.