World Cruises & Grand Journeys

See more of the world in one incredible holiday with a World Cruise or Grand Journeys, offering exceptional value and unforgettable experiences across multiple continents.

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Great for Kiwis with annual departures direct from Auckland and Sydney, these extended voyages are perfect for travellers with the time to explore further and stay longer. Or maybe just a great way to save on Winter power bills & groceries!

No Fly Princess Cruises

Discover the World - No International Flights Required

No Fly Circle Pacific

Circle Pacific 2027

An Epic way to save on winter power bills, as you escape NZ for almost all the winter months

79 nights

Ship

Grand Princess

Date

21 Jun 2027

Departure - Auckland
36 stops
Arrival - Auckland

From$38,156

Price per person twin share / suite

No Fly Circle Pacific

Circle Pacific 2028

The ultimate Asia, Alaska, Pacific bucket list, what a way to escape the NZ winter

93 nights

Ship

Grand Princess

Date

22 Jun 2028

Departure - Auckland
50 stops
Arrival - Auckland

From$24,419

Price per person twin share / inside stateroom

MSC World Cruises & Grand Journeys

Incredible value Intercontinental cruises that are so much more fun than flying!

Panama Canal

An epic journey from Miami to Seattle via Colombia, Panama, the Panama Canal, Costa Rica, Cabo San Lucas (Mexico), San Diego, San Francisco, Seattle

18 nights

Ship

MSC Poesia

Date

6 Apr 2028

Departure - Miami
9 stops
Arrival - Seattle

From$3,631

Price per person twin share / inside stateroom

South Africa to Venice

26 nights

Ship

MSC Armonia

Date

1 Apr 2027

Departure - Durban
14 stops
Arrival - Venice

From$3,793

Price per person twin share / inside stateroom

Rio de Janeiro to Rome

16 nights

Ship

MSC Musica

Date

2 Apr 2027

Departure - Rio de Janeiro
7 stops
Arrival - Civitavecchia (Rome)

From$3,293

Price per person twin share / balcony stateroom

World Cruise Sectors

Why Fly to Europe? When you can Cruise and see the world on the way!

ADULTS ONLY

Auckland to Rome

An incredible journey from New Zealand to Europe

96 nights

Ship

Vista

Date

4 Jan 2028

Departure - Auckland
70 stops
Arrival - Civitavecchia (Rome)

From$80,500

Price per person twin share / balcony stateroom

BONUS DRINKS & SHOREX

Sydney to Rome via Panama Canal

Cross the South Pacific, transit the Panama Canal, through the Caribbean, across the Atlantic and in to the Med. BONUS Dine & Drink Package, 5 x Free Shore Excursions PLUS 30% Off Onboard Laundry

50 nights

Ship

MSC Magnifica

Date

16 Mar 2027

Departure - Sydney
19 stops
Arrival - Civitavecchia (Rome)

From$14,939

Price per person twin share / inside stateroom

BONUS ONBOARD CREDIT

Sydney to Southampton Eastbound

This 46-Night Eastbound World Cruise Sydney to Southampton will take you via the South Pacific, Panama Canal, Caribbean and Atlantic to the UK

46 nights

Ship

Queen Elizabeth

Date

25 Mar 2028

Departure - Sydney
15 stops
Arrival - Southampton

From$16,442

Price per person twin share / inside stateroom

Sydney to Rome via Asia & Africa

A fabulous World Cruise Via Australia, Asia, the Indian Ocean, South Africa, the Canary Islands and the Mediterranean to Rome

74 nights

Ship

Costa Deliziosa

Date

29 Jan 2027

Departure - Sydney
32 stops
Arrival - Civitavecchia (Rome)

From$19,445

Price per person twin share / inside stateroom

BONUS ONBOARD CREDIT

Sydney to Southampton Westbound

This Westbound 65-Night Wold Cruise Sydney to Southampton will take you via Asia, the Indian Ocean islands & Africa

65 nights

Ship

Queen Victoria

Date

24 Feb 2027

Departure - Sydney
27 stops
Arrival - Southampton

From$25,700

Price per person twin share / inside stateroom

BONUS ONBOARD CREDIT

Sydney to Southampton 2028

A classic World cruise voyage from Sydney via Australia, Asia, the Indian Ocean, Africa, the Canary Islands and Madeira to the UK

65 nights

Ship

Queen Anne

Date

27 Feb 2028

Departure - Sydney
27 stops
Arrival - Southampton

From$22,532

Price per person twin share / inside stateroom

ALL-INCLUSIVE

Sydney to Lisbon Ultra Luxury

Travel in All-Suite Luxury from Australia via Asia, the Indian Ocean, South & East Africa, The Canary Islands and Madeira to Lisbon

80 nights

Ship

Seabourn Quest

Date

7 Mar 2029

Departure - Sydney
40 stops
Arrival - Lisbon

From$80,268

Price per person twin share / suite

Choose Free Drinks or ShoreX Credit

Sydney to Athens 2029

An Adults Only Journey allowing you to enjoy the finest cuisine at sea as you cruise Via Australia, Asia, the Indian Ocean and the Suez Canal through to Greece

63 nights

Ship

Marina

Date

24 Mar 2029

Departure - Sydney
41 stops
Arrival - Athens (Piraeus)

From$37,150

Price per person twin share / inside stateroom

DRINKS INCLUDED

Sydney to Copenhagen 2029

A unique small ship World Cruise from Sydney to Copenhagen via Australia, Asia, Japan, Alaska, Panama Canal, New York, Canada and New England and more

138 nights

Ship

Azamara Quest

Date

1 Mar 2029

Departure - Sydney
90 stops
Arrival - Copenhagen

From$69,119

Price per person twin share / inside stateroom

Azamara Grand Voyages & World Cruises

Azamara Grand Voyages over 35 nights include a generous Bonus Package including; Premium Drinks, Wi-Fi, Shore Excursion Credit, Air Credit & more

BONUS PACK INCLUDED

Auckland to Singapore

This fabulous journey from Auckland to Singapore includes a Bonus Bundle of Extras including Drinks, Wifi, Shore Excursion Credits and Flight Credit to get you back to NZ

35 nights

Ship

Azamara Pursuit

Date

20 Jan 2027

Departure - Auckland
24 stops
Arrival - Singapore City

From$20,229

Price per person twin share / inside stateroom

BONUS PACK INCLUDED

Grand Voyage Miami to Auckland

Cruise from Miami via the Caribbean & Panama Canal to South America, then hop across the South Pacific including highlights such as Easter Island and Pitcairn, plus the Tahitian Islands ending in Auckland. Bonus Pack includes Flight Credit, Premium Drinks, Wi-Fi, US$1800 ShoreX Credit & more

41 nights

Ship

Azamara Onward

Date

5 Jan 2028

Departure - Miami
23 stops
Arrival - Auckland

From$27,579

Price per person twin share / inside stateroom

World Cruise 2029

Azamara Quest offers a unique world cruise of 195 nights in 2029. Departing from San Diego, circling the South Pacific, NZ, Australia and Asia and then via the Panama Canal through to Europe

195 nights

Ship

Azamara Quest

Date

3 Jan 2029

Departure - San Diego
129 stops
Arrival - Copenhagen

From$97,079

Price per person twin share / inside stateroom

Popular Trans Pacific Cruises From or to Auckland

When ships reposition between seasons, it is a great value way to Island hop the old coral route across the South Pacific

BONUS US$85 BAR TAB

Auckland to Los Angeles

Auckland, Tauranga, Suva, Dravuni Island, Tahiti, Moorea, Honolulu, Maui, Hilo, Los Angeles

25 nights

Ship

Crown Princess

Date

9 Nov 2026

Departure - Auckland
11 stops
Arrival - Los Angeles

From$5,107

Price per person twin share / inside stateroom

BONUS US$85 BAR TAB

Auckland to Vancouver

Auckland, Suva (Fiji), Apia (Samoa), Honolulu, Kailua Kona, San Diego, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Victoria, Vancouver

25 nights

Ship

Royal Princess

Date

1 Apr 2028

Departure - Auckland
11 stops
Arrival - Vancouver

From$5,454

Price per person twin share / inside stateroom

Auckland to Seattle 2027

Cruise around New Zealand to Australia then island hop across the South Pacific to Seattle. One of the most destination rich Pacific crossings

43 nights

Ship

Noordam

Date

14 Mar 2027

Departure - Auckland
25 stops
Arrival - Seattle

From$10,905

Price per person twin share / inside stateroom

Auckland to Seattle 2028

Cruise around New Zealand to Australia then island hop across the South Pacific to Seattle. One of the most destination rich Pacific crossings

49 nights

Ship

Westerdam

Date

12 Mar 2028

Departure - Auckland
31 stops
Arrival - Seattle

From$14,034

Price per person twin share / inside stateroom

BONUS US$85 BA TAB

Los Angeles to Auckland

An immersive island hopping South Pacific voyage including Queensland on route to NZ

40 nights

Ship

Coral Princess

Date

21 Jan 2027

Departure - Los Angeles
19 stops
Arrival - Auckland

From$12,859

Price per person twin share / inside stateroom

Not sure which one to Book? It’s time to Phone a friend!

Our friendly Kiwi Cruise Specialists are here to help. Give us a call on Freephone 0800 99 44 88 and we can talk you through the different options to help you find the right cruise to suit your travel style and budget.

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