A luxury cruise is characterised by smaller ships, higher crew‑to‑guest ratios, and an inclusive travel style. Most luxury cruise lines offer spacious suites, fine dining without surcharges, premium beverages, personalised service and immersive itineraries that go beyond major ports. Browse our luxury cruise offers to see what that looks like.

Luxury cruise fares typically include suite accommodation, all dining, premium beverages, gratuities and onboard entertainment. Many also include Wi‑Fi, laundry services and shore excursions. This inclusive approach provides greater transparency and value compared to standard cruising. Our specialists will tell you exactly what’s covered on any voyage before you book. Talk to us.

Most are largely all-inclusive, covering the bulk of your onboard spend once you’re aboard. Ultra-luxury lines like Silversea and Seabourn fold in drinks, dining, gratuities and often excursions, so the fare you see is close to the price you pay.

Luxury cruises offer a more refined experience than premium cruising. Ships are smaller, service is more personalised, inclusions are broader, and itineraries are often more destination‑focused. Premium cruises may still charge extra for dining, drinks or excursions, whereas luxury cruises typically include these elements.

The best line depends on how you like to travel. Oceania leads on food and destination depth, Ponant brings French flair and remote itineraries, Silversea sails to more destinations than any other ultra-luxury line, and Seabourn is known for intimate ships and Kimberley voyages. For yacht-style cruising, look at Scenic and Emerald Yachts.

Luxury cruise fares with Cruiseabout start from around $3,300 per person and rise with ship, suite and voyage length. Because so much is included in the fare, the headline price often compares well to a premium cruise once you add up what you’d otherwise pay for separately. See current pricing on our luxury cruise offers.

Luxury ships sail almost everywhere, but they shine where smaller vessels have the advantage. Popular picks for our travellers include the Mediterranean, Japan and Asia, the South Pacific, Australia’s Kimberley coast and Antarctica.

Yes. When you book an eligible cruise through a Cruiseabout consultant, the lead traveller earns points on the booking once it’s paid in full and travelled. Points are usually credited within about a week of your travel. Booking your flights and hotels through us at the same time earns points on those too. Register to become a World360 Rewards member.