Cruising is a portal to a brave new world of travel. Only by water can you reach otherwise inaccessible corners of the planet, like Antarctica, or impossibly isolated archipelagos in the South Pacific. You also get to see a different side to your destination, and from a unique vantage point — like sailing through Sydney Harbour or Kotor Bay, Montenegro. And, along the way, you’re rewarded with one-of-a-kind travel experiences, from navigating the Panama Canal to swimming with sea lions in the Galapagos Islands.
Whether you’d like to cross continents on an ocean voyage, travel on an expedition ship to remote, far-flung places, or enjoy a slower pace of life on board a riverboat, we’ll adopt a personalised approach to planning your cruise, just as we would with any trip. In fact, we’ll help you combine time both on land and water so you can experience your destination fully, showing you it in its best light.
Start planning your tailor-made trip by contacting one of our destination specialists
We’ve been creating water-based trips for years and take a meticulous, thoughtful approach to selecting our cruise partners. We handpick our ships for the varied guided tours and activities they offer, along with the quality of their facilities and attentive levels of service. We also look for voyages that offer something surprising and enriching — think expert guest speakers, first-class entertainment, or hands-on art classes.
Our passionate cruise specialists have first-hand knowledge of each ship in our collection, so they can confidently suggest the cruise that best fits the experience you’re looking for. They’re also brimming with ideas for how your cruise can slot in as one chapter of a longer adventure, seamlessly blending it with time on land.
There’s a lot to consider when choosing a cruise: which route will be the most rewarding? Which ship ticks every box? Which activities best match your interests? That’s where our specialists can help. They’ve undertaken their own voyages, from Vietnam’s Halong Bay to the iceberg-strewn waters of Antarctica, testing out different routes and a variety of vessels that help you explore in comfort.
It means they can use their first-hand knowledge to suggest the best options for you, based on what you want to see and experience. They’ll then arrange all the logistics, building your cruise into a wider, meaningful journey that will help you appreciate your destination from all angles.
Nile cruises: the route to ancient Egypt
A Nile cruise is the classic way of exploring Egypt. Drift down the Nile in a comfortable cruise boat, making stops to visit Ancient Egyptian temples and tombs. Egypt specialist Steve outlines how you can make the most of your cruise.
River cruises in India
Take in the history, wildlife and culture of northeast India on a river cruise. Our India specialist Sarah shares some of her favourite things to see and do while cruising along the Brahmaputra, Ganges and Hugli rivers.
Cruising in Indonesia
Indonesia specialist, Rael shares his choice of boats for an Indonesia cruise, his favourite places to spot orangutan on a river cruise through the Tanjung Puting National Park, what you can expect to see when snorkelling, and where to spot Komodo dragons.
Myanmar by boat: a river cruising guide
From the deck of a boat view Myanmar's traditional waterborne ways of life, which have remained largely unchanged for centuries. Spend time in Yangon and Mandalay and visit the famous temples of Bagan.
Cruising in Thailand
Travelling by river in Southeast Asia on board boats brimming with character and charm is one of the best ways to view cities like Bangkok, the myriad of ancient temples, as well as traditional villages and culture in general. Our specialists describe some of their favourite trips.
Arctic cruises to Svalbard
Polar specialist Tom shares his experiences of expedition cruising in Svalbard in the Arctic Circle. He talks about the scenery you’ll be immersed in, the wildlife you may encounter, and what life’s like on board a polar expedition vessel.
To help you choose your ideal cruise, we've refined our options into four categories, each offering the very best, whether you're after a culture-led river cruise or remote sail in luxury.
These ships take you into untamed landscapes, often far from human habitation. Sail Alaska's Inside Passage or look out for polar bears on arctic sea ice — experiences often only possible by ship. On-board facilities are comfortable, but the focus is on exploring these otherworldly environments in a myriad of ways.
A spacious cabin with a view and gourmet food — this isn't unusual cruise territory. Real luxury comes with the exclusivity of the best facilities and service on small-occupancy ships which take this to the next level. Think personal butlers and exclusive moorings, like Sydney Harbour at new year.
Voyage along inland waterways and you'll be treated to an ever-changing landscape of river life, from grazing cattle to waterside towns. These are journeys that focus on culture, giving you the opportunity to learn about the communities and wildlife that call these waterways home.
On an adventure cruise your method of travel is part of the thrill. From cargo vessel to sailing yacht, you'll island-hop, snorkel and dive little-visited places only small vessels can reach. The day's activities might be guided by reports of a nearby wildlife sighting or the lure of an uninhabited island.
On a Celebrity Cruises ship, you’ll travel the world while enjoying the height of style, comfort, and service throughout your journey.
Quark Expeditions explore the polar regions differently from everyone else, setting foot where few ever will, and doing what few ever dream.
A cruise means many things to many people but we feel that Silversea’s small ship cruises personify the true meaning of comfort and intimacy.
