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Longer Cruises In Australia

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If you've got some spare dollars and are looking to travel around Australia or Australasia, there's no better time than the summer and no better way than by cruise liner. Overland outback temperatures sometimes hit more than 35C (95F) in December. Travelling by boat on a short cruise can allow you to dodge the hassle of dealing with crossing the desert or lengthy air journeys under intense heat. Longer cruises can also let you visit destinations beyond the mainland itself, such as Tasmania, New Zealand, or New Caledonia. However, it can be difficult to know where to start. Australia alone boasts the four scenic port cities of Perth, Melbourne, Sydney, and Brisbane to visit by liner, as well as over 50,000 KM of coastline to pick from. …show more content…

Most of these typically depart from and end at Sydney, Melbourne, or Brisbane, so it may be worth planning for a stay on land as well if you're travelling in. Although prices can go as low as $70 a night (single, inside cabin, 3 day cruise estimate) a more reasonable budget should be around $100 per day per person, minimum. Predictably, expect to pay more for longer cruises (particularly those with stops overseas) and nicer accommodation, such as a balcony cabin. These cruises will give you some time at sea to see the coastline and a few days to explore the major ports of Australia. Some will spend a little longer at Australian sites of natural beauty, such as Moreton Island or Kangaroo Island. You should typically have around a 12-24 hour window to explore each place before the liner sets sail again. On port cruises, the focus will often be on structured tourist activities due to relatively limited time at each location. Popular attractions on these include sightseeing at that modernist classic Sydney Opera House, exploring the Gold Coast around Brisbane, and visiting Federation Square in Melbourne. Many cruises set up guided activities and excursions inland, such as to the national parks of Perth, as …show more content…

Island cruises will usually allow you to visit the coastline, dine at local restaurants, and watch the wildlife at a gentler pace. Cruise Destinations - Further Afield It is simple to find extended packages if you want to go further afield with your cruise. Many companies will offer similar packages that also include stops at destinations such as Fiji, Bali, New Zealand, or Tahiti. Many of these cruises will also incorporate stops at Australian ports, so don't worry about missing out. Again, expect to pay more the further you are travelling. By far the most popular overseas destination for Australian Cruises is New Zealand. Much like Australian cruises, these cruises include stops at New Zealand's major port cities, although there is often a focus on experiencing Maori culture. If you choose to go to New Zealand, you can pick from such attractions as the Waitomo Grotto at Auckland, Weta Studios in Edoras, or Christchurch Botanical

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