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New Year & Christmas Cruises

Celebrate Christmas and New Year on the high seas with 387 cruises departing over the festive season. Enjoy themed activities on board as well as immersive experiences on shore as you create lifelong memories with your loved ones and newfound friends. Wake up Christmas morning to views of the Hawaiian coastline or the islands of the South Pacific and see in the New Year with ship wide celebrations.

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Resilient New Year's Ahoy

8 Days San Juan to San Juan

Operator: Virgin Voyages

From 3,041

Australia & New Zealand

15 Days Sydney to Auckland

Operator: Viking Cruises

From 9,895

Save 1,147

Hawaii Inter-Island

8 Days Honolulu to Honolulu

Operator: Norwegian Cruise Line

From 2,804

Save 46

Antarctica in Depth

13 or 16 Days Buenos Aires to Buenos Aires

Operator: Scenic

From 24,102

Save 5,275

Discover Popular ways to celebrate Christmas and New Year on a festive cruise

Switch to Island Time

Island hop through the South Pacific and wake up to tropical beaches on your doorstep. Swim, snorkel, and find ultimate relaxation on holidays.

New Year, New Adventures

Take a small ship cruise through the icy waters of Antarctica and kick off the new year with exhilarating expeditions by Zodiac and kayak.

A Caribbean Christmas

Enjoy the gift of sundrenched days, clear turquoise waters, secluded cays and idyllic private islands. It’s Christmas in paradise on a Caribbean cruise.

Spend the Holidays in Hawaii

Spend the holiday season cruising around the Hawaiian Islands and enjoy festivities such as a traditional luau complete with a delicious feast and captivating performances of song and dance.

Celebrations at Sea

Embrace the festive spirit with onboard celebrations and holiday decorations. Whether it's a Christmas themed feast or hearing the new year countdown chorus around the ship, a festive cruise delivers plenty of holiday cheer.

Recent Reviews What our clients are saying about their cruises over the festive season

Fantastic Holiday Janelle and Maree, NSW, Australia, Feb 2024

Had a wonderful time in Hawaii, and on a cruise around the islands! Thank you Hannah Perry from Global Journeys, for organising our trip… I would definitely ask Hannah again to organise another vacation, and highly recommend Global Journeys. Thanks again.

Wonderful Cruise Sydney to Auckland NZ Sue and Bruce, QLD, Australia, Dec 2023

What an amazing experience! From the time we boarded the Viking Orion in Sydney to disembarking in Auckland our expectations were exceeded at every point. The staff were very friendly and accommodating - nothing was a problem. The entertainment was brilliant and the food terrific. What was very noticeable was the high standard of cleanliness that ...read more

Galapagos Explorer Kirsten and Amy, VIC, Australia, Jun 2023

My sister and I embarked on an unforgettable journey organised by Global Journeys and travelling with Intrepid, exploring the wonders of South America, from the mesmerizing Galapagos Islands to the vibrant cities of Buenos Aires and Rio De Janeiro, with an awe-inspiring stopover at the majestic Iguazu Falls. Despite encountering initial setbacks due ...read more

Cruising the Dalmation Coast Christine & Rob, NSW, Australia, Jun 2023

Well organised cruise. Loved the talks and entertainment was excellent on board. Port guides and tours were excellent and boarding and disembarking procedures were also well organised. The only down side experienced was the ship was a little too cold outside our cabin and we needed to wear a jacket when we exited.