Ultimate guide to the Sydney cruise schedule
Here is the official Sydney cruise schedule for the upcoming wave season
Pacific Adventure
Pacific Adventure
Arrival
Friday - Aug 9, 2024
6:30
Departure
Friday - Aug 9, 2024
16:00
Terminal
Overseas Passenger Terminal
Cruise Line
Carnival Plc
Coral Princess
Coral Princess
Arrival
Monday - Aug 19, 2024
6:30
Departure
Monday - Aug 19, 2024
18:45
Terminal
Overseas Passenger Terminal
Cruise Line
Princess Cruise Lines Ltd
Celebrity Edge
Celebrity Edge
Arrival
Sunday - Dec 1, 2024
6:00
Departure
Sunday - Dec 1, 2024
17:00
Terminal
Overseas Passenger Terminal
Cruise Line
Celebrity Cruises Inc
Pacific Adventure
Pacific Adventure
Arrival
Monday - Dec 2, 2024
6:30
Departure
Monday - Dec 2, 2024
16:00
Terminal
Overseas Passenger Terminal
Cruise Line
Carnival Plc
Regatta
Regatta
Arrival
Monday - Dec 2, 2024
11:00
Departure
Tuesday - Dec 3, 2024
14:00
Terminal
White Bay Cruise Terminal
Cruise Line
Oceania Cruises S De Rl
Crown Princess
Crown Princess
Arrival
Tuesday - Dec 3, 2024
6:00
Departure
Tuesday - Dec 3, 2024
16:00
Terminal
Overseas Passenger Terminal
Cruise Line
Princess Cruise Lines Ltd
Silver Nova
Silver Nova
Arrival
Tuesday - Dec 3, 2024
7:00
Departure
Tuesday - Dec 3, 2024
15:00
Terminal
Eden Cruise Wharf
Cruise Line
Silversea Cruises Ltd
Queen Elizabeth
Queen Elizabeth
Arrival
Wednesday - Dec 4, 2024
6:30
Departure
Wednesday - Dec 4, 2024
19:00
Terminal
Overseas Passenger Terminal
Cruise Line
Cunard Line Ltd
Silver Nova
Silver Nova
Arrival
Wednesday - Dec 4, 2024
7:00
Departure
Wednesday - Dec 4, 2024
19:00
Terminal
White Bay Cruise Terminal
Cruise Line
Silversea Cruises Ltd
Carnival Splendor
Carnival Splendor
Arrival
Thursday - Dec 5, 2024
6:30
Departure
Thursday - Dec 5, 2024
16:00
Terminal
Overseas Passenger Terminal
Cruise Line
Carnival Cruise Line
Royal Princess
Royal Princess
Arrival
Saturday - Dec 7, 2024
6:00
Departure
Saturday - Dec 7, 2024
16:00
Terminal
Overseas Passenger Terminal
Cruise Line
Princess Cruise Lines Ltd
Ovation of the Seas
Ovation of the Seas
Arrival
Sunday - Dec 8, 2024
6:00
Departure
Sunday - Dec 8, 2024
18:45
Terminal
Overseas Passenger Terminal
Cruise Line
Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd
Ovation of the Seas
Ovation of the Seas
Arrival
Sunday - Dec 8, 2024
6:00
Departure
Sunday - Dec 8, 2024
18:45
Terminal
Overseas Passenger Terminal
Cruise Line
Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd
Carnival Splendor
Carnival Splendor
Arrival
Monday - Dec 9, 2024
6:30
Departure
Monday - Dec 9, 2024
16:00
Terminal
Overseas Passenger Terminal
Cruise Line
Carnival Cruise Line
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Cruises from Sydney
Situated on Australia’s east coast is Sydney, the capital city of New South Wales. Cruising guests have the privilege when departing Sydney ports to view the iconic and famous Sydney Opera House and the Sydney Harbour Bridge while leaving Sydney Harbour. In 1973, the Opera House completed construction and is the most popular building in Australia and one of the most famous in the world. The majority of cruises from Sydney depart from the Overseas Passenger Terminal at Circular Quay. Sailing into and out of the iconic Sydney Harbour is truly one of the most incredible cruise experiences, offering novel and spectacular views of the Sydney Harbour Bridge, Opera House, and the city as you manoeuvre into the terminal. Sydney’s second terminal is White Bay Cruise Terminal located in Rozelle. Departing this terminal means you will experience sailing under the Sydney Harbour Bridge, offering a whole different vista. Leaving the harbour from either terminal will see you sail past Fort Denison, a former prison and out through the Heads. As the busiest passenger port in Australia, Sydney offers a vast array of cruises and destinations to explore.
As the busiest passenger port in Australia, Sydney offers a vast array of cruises and destinations to explore. Sydney has 5 main cruise ships that are Sydney-based and stay all year round, however, Sydney has a large number of cruise ships that visit on a seasonal basis. These ships are: Crown Princess, Coral Princess, Royal Princess, Pacific Adventure, Pacific Explorer, Carnival Splendor, Carnival Luminosa, Celebrity edge, Disney Wonder, Ovation Of The Seas, Queen Elizabeth, Regatta and Westerdam. Cruises from Sydney 2024, 2025, and 2026 are available now for bookings.
Sydney’s White Bay Cruise Terminal (WBCT) and the Overseas Passenger Terminal (OPT) have cemented their positions as major key players in the global cruising industry.
The WBCT located in Rozelle is designed for mid-sized cruise ships, ones that could pass under Sydney Harbour Bridge, while the OPT which is located at Circular Quay homeports larger ships.
Sydney cruise FAQs
Where do cruises departing from Sydney typically embark?
Sydney is home to two primary cruise terminals: the Overseas Passenger Terminal at Circular Quay and the White Bay Cruise Terminal in Rozelle. The Overseas Passenger Terminal is ideal for larger ships and provides iconic views of the Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge, while White Bay caters to smaller vessels. Both terminals are well-equipped, offering easy access to transportation, luggage handling services, and dining or shopping options nearby to help passengers prepare before their voyage.
What types of cruises are available in Sydney?
Sydney is home to two primary cruise terminals: the Overseas Passenger Terminal at Circular Quay and the White Bay Cruise Terminal in Rozelle. The Overseas Passenger Terminal is ideal for larger ships and provides iconic views of the Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge, while White Bay caters to smaller vessels. Both terminals are well-equipped, offering easy access to transportation, luggage handling services, and dining or shopping options nearby to help passengers prepare before their voyage.
How can I check the Sydney cruise schedule?
Sydney is home to two primary cruise terminals: the Overseas Passenger Terminal at Circular Quay and the White Bay Cruise Terminal in Rozelle. The Overseas Passenger Terminal is ideal for larger ships and provides iconic views of the Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge, while White Bay caters to smaller vessels. Both terminals are well-equipped, offering easy access to transportation, luggage handling services, and dining or shopping options nearby to help passengers prepare before their voyage.
When is the best time to book a cruise from Sydney?
Sydney is home to two primary cruise terminals: the Overseas Passenger Terminal at Circular Quay and the White Bay Cruise Terminal in Rozelle. The Overseas Passenger Terminal is ideal for larger ships and provides iconic views of the Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge, while White Bay caters to smaller vessels. Both terminals are well-equipped, offering easy access to transportation, luggage handling services, and dining or shopping options nearby to help passengers prepare before their voyage.
What should I know before arriving at the cruise terminal?
Sydney is home to two primary cruise terminals: the Overseas Passenger Terminal at Circular Quay and the White Bay Cruise Terminal in Rozelle. The Overseas Passenger Terminal is ideal for larger ships and provides iconic views of the Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge, while White Bay caters to smaller vessels. Both terminals are well-equipped, offering easy access to transportation, luggage handling services, and dining or shopping options nearby to help passengers prepare before their voyage.
