Is a cruise a good way to see Australia?

Whether you're seeking sea and sun, cultural experiences, remote adventure or simply ease of travel, there's an Australian cruise for you. Cruising is a great way to explore Australia, both on shore and off.



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Explore Australia on an epic train journey Long-distance rail travel in Australia is something you do because you really want to - not because it's cheap, convenient or fast. That said, trains are more comfortable than buses, and there's a certain romance of the rails that's alive and well in Australia.

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Cruising offers a reasonable option for those who wish to tackle both countries in one big trip. On a typical 14-day cruise, you'll depart out of Australia making the two-day Tasman Sea crossing to visit a series of New Zealand ports, then returning to Australia.

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New Zealand, by contrast, is sprinkled with turquoise lakes and soaring peaks, dramatic fiords and winding valleys, golden beaches and luscious forests, and acres more spectacular scenery that makes it the most gorgeous country on earth. It'd be criminal not to explore it!

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The West Coast of New Zealand facing the Tasman Sea, and the East Coast of Australia, are rough. These coasts are peppered with big swells and surf.

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If a cruise is filling up quickly, the company has no reason to release a sale to entice customers. But if a cruise's departure date is fast approaching and the ship is only partially booked, prices will drop, and complimentary add-ons will increase, resulting in some happy customers.

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We recommend a minimum of three weeks to truly experience Australia. And at a relaxed pace, you can visit a couple of regions in that amount of time. Take it slow and see more. Our favourite regions to visit in three weeks are North Queensland and the route between Melbourne and Adelaide.

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For those lucky ones who have two weeks or more, you're in for a real treat. With this amount of time, you'll be able to enjoy complete immersion in two, three or four cities, and still have plenty of time to venture out to some of our natural wonders, such as the Great Barrier Reef, Uluru and the Great Ocean Road.

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What to Pack for Your Australia and New Zealand Vacation
  • Short-sleeved tops – Pack a variety of short-sleeved tops that will pair well with pants and skirts. ...
  • Light layers – It is wise to pack a few light sweaters for Australia and New Zealand cruises that take place during the summer.


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