Here’s why an Australasia cruise should be top of your list

Even seasoned cruisers often overlook Australasia – a region packed with jaw-dropping scenery, vibrant cities and once-in-a-lifetime wildlife encounters. That changes now, thanks to Iglu Cruise’s latest flash sale on cruise-and-stay packages to this extraordinary corner of the world.

Let’s face it: most travellers stick to the same tried-and-tested cruise regions. But if you’re ready to sail beyond the Med, Caribbean or Canaries, Australasia offers something refreshingly different – and endlessly rewarding.

Where else can you soak up Māori culture in New Zealand, snorkel the Great Barrier Reef, explore the buzzing laneways of Melbourne, marvel at the wild beauty of Tasmania or unwind on the palm-fringed islands of the South Pacific – all on a single holiday? Cruise itineraries here often begin or end in bucket-list cities like Sydney or Auckland, making them ideal for bespoke land stays either side of your sailing.

To sweeten the deal, Iglu Cruise is offering up to £100 off per person, deposits from £99 and a free hamper when you book an Australasia cruise departing from February 2026 this July or August - just quote KANGAROO when you call.

Here are some of the standout offers:

Sydney Stay, Hunter Valley and South Pacific Explorer

Start with three nights at a four-star hotel in Sydney. During your stay in the Australian city, you’ll also get to see the Hunter Valley thanks to an included tour. The tour covers lunch, three wine tastings, a cheese tasting and transport from Sydney (from a designated meeting point).

You’ll then embark on an 8-night cruise on Royal Caribbean’s Anthem of the Seas. The sailing will take you to a set of stunning South Pacific locations, including Port Vila on Etafe; Mystery Island, off Vanuatu; and Noumea (New Caledonia).

What’s included:

• International flights
• Transfers
• A stay at Rydges Sydney Central
• A Hunter Valley food and wine tour
• A nine-night full-board cruise on Anthem of the Seas

Prices for this Sydney Stay, Hunter Valley and South Pacific Explorer holiday start from £2,449 for travel in March 2026.

Brisbane’s Koalas & Queensland’s Beaches with Stay

This holiday starts with three nights in Brisbane at a four-star hotel and includes a river cruise to the Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary. In addition to the Koalas in the sanctuary, this tour is a chance to admire Brisbane’s waterfront and see red kangaroos and platypuses.

The holiday continues with an eight-night cruise on Princess Cruises' Crown Princess. The itinerary takes in Airlie Beach, Townsville, Port Douglas and Willis Island, and ends in Brisbane.

What’s included:

• International flights
• Transfers
• A stay at Mercure Brisbane Spring Hill
• A Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary tour
• A nine-night full-board cruise on Crown Princess

Prices for this Brisbane’s Koalas & Queensland’s Beaches with Stay holiday start from £2,499 for travel in February 2026.

Southern Australian Wine Route from Sydney with Stay

Begin your holiday in Sydney with three nights at a four-star Sydney hotel and a Hunter Valley Food and Wine Tour that includes transport (from a designated meeting point), lunch, wine and cheese tastings.

You’ll then board Celebrity Cruises' Celebrity Edge for an eight-night cruise to Eden, Kangaroo Island, Adelaide, Melbourne and finally Sydney. The itinerary takes you to within easy reach of some wonderful Australian vineyards, including the McLaren Vale, the Adelaide Hills and the Yarra Valley.

What’s included:

• International flights
• Transfers
• A stay at Rydges Sydney Central
• A Hunter Valley Food and Wine tour
• An eight-night full-board cruise on Celebrity Edge

Prices for this Southern Australian Wine Route from Sydney with Stay holiday start from £2,949 for travel in April 2026.

Sydney, Fiji and Hawaii to Los Angeles with Stay

This Cunard cruise-and-stay holiday starts with three nights in Sydney at a four-star hotel and includes a Hunter Valley tour. The tour covers lunch, three wine tastings, a cheese tasting and transport from Sydney (from a designated meeting point).

Next is a 20-night cruise on Queen Anna where you’ll stay in a Balcony Stateroom. The sailing will take you all the way to Los Angeles, California. On the way, you’ll stop at Port Vila on Etafe, Suva (Fiji) and Honolulu (Hawaii). You’ll also cross the international date line.

What’s included:

• International flights
• Transfers
• A stay at Rydges Sydney Central
• A Hunter Valley Food and Wine tour
• A 20-night full-board cruise on Queen Anne in a Balcony Cabin

Prices for this Sydney, Fiji and Hawaii to Los Angeles with Stay holiday start from £3,849 for travel in March 2026.

Balinese Delights and Barrier Reefs to Sydney with Stays

This cruise-and-stay holiday with Oceania Cruises starts with three nights at a hotel in Bali. You’ll stay in Seminyak, a laid-back and stylish resort with surf beaches, upscale boutiques, chic cafés and a buzzing nightlife.

At the end of your stay, you’ll board Oceania Riviera. After a night in Benoa (Bali) on board the ship, you’ll set sail for Lombok and Komodo Island (both in Indonesia), before beginning the Australian leg of your trip.

There, the ship stops at Darwin, Cooktown, Cairns, Townsville, Airlie Beach, Newcastle and Sydney. The trip ends with two nights at a Sydney hotel.

What’s included:

• International flights
• Transfers
• A Bali hotel stay
• An 18-night full-board cruise on Oceania Riviera
• A Sydney hotel stay

Prices for this Balinese Delights and Barrier Reefs to Sydney with Stays holiday start from £4,799 for travel in November 2026.

Discover all the deals in the Iglu Cruise Australasia promotion. And don’t forget to quote KANGAROO for up to £100 per person off and a free hamper.

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