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18 DECEMBER 2026 | 17 NIGHTS | MS Westerdam | CHRISTMAS AT SEA | FROM $4,099 PP

Your Voyage

Christmas South Australia Voyage Map

Sydney

Full-Board Cruise 🎄

16-night full-board cruise on board MS Westerdam (Holland America Line)

All meals included (breakfast, lunch & dinner). Celebrate Christmas Day at sea & New Year’s Eve off Port Arthur, Tasmania!

Hotel Stay

1-night pre-cruise hotel in Sydney at Four Points by Sheraton Sydney Central Park (or similar).

All Flights, Taxes & Transfers

Complimentary return flights from your Australian departure city.

Cabins & Suites

Choose your cabin for this festive voyage on board MS Westerdam.

Flying From: Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide, Perth

Inside

Inside

from $4,099 pp

Ocean View

Ocean View

from $4,799 pp

Verandah

Verandah

from $6,099 pp

Signature Suite

Signature Suite

from $6,799 pp

Itinerary

Day 1

Sydney – Hotel Stay

Arrive in Sydney and check into your hotel, the Four Points by Sheraton Sydney Central Park, ready for tomorrow’s embarkation.

Overnight: Four Points by Sheraton Sydney

Day 2

Sydney – Embark MS Westerdam

Board Holland America’s MS Westerdam for this festive voyage. All meals included from today.

Meals: B/L/D | Overnight: MS Westerdam

Day 3

At Sea

A relaxing day at sea enjoying the ship’s facilities.

Meals: B/L/D | Overnight: MS Westerdam

Day 4

Phillip Island

Visit the Koala Conservation Centre then enjoy the famous Penguin Parade at dusk as thousands of fairy penguins return to their burrows.

Meals: B/L/D | Overnight: MS Westerdam

Days 5 – 6

Melbourne (2 Nights – Overnight in Port) 🎄

Two days in Melbourne — laneways, cafés, Federation Square, St Kilda beach, and Southbank. Celebrate Christmas Day aboard the ship!

Meals: B/L/D | Overnight: MS Westerdam

Day 7

Burnie, Tasmania

Explore the charming Makers’ Workshop and Burnie’s lovely beachfront esplanade.

Meals: B/L/D | Overnight: MS Westerdam

Day 8

At Sea

Relax as you sail across the Great Australian Bight.

Meals: B/L/D | Overnight: MS Westerdam

Day 9

Adelaide

Explore the Art Gallery of South Australia and the beautiful Glenelg beach.

Meals: B/L/D | Overnight: MS Westerdam

Day 10

Kangaroo Island

Visit wildlife sanctuaries and national parks on one of Australia’s great natural treasures — sea lions, koalas, echidnas and remarkable rock formations.

Meals: B/L/D | Overnight: MS Westerdam

Days 11 – 12

At Sea

Two relaxing sea days as you sail toward Tasmania.

Meals: B/L/D | Overnight: MS Westerdam

Day 13

Hobart, Tasmania

Explore maritime heritage, the iconic MONA museum, Bruny Island, and Australia’s oldest botanical garden.

Meals: B/L/D | Overnight: MS Westerdam

Day 14

Port Arthur 🎆

Visit Australia’s most significant convict settlement. Ring in the New Year at sea off the dramatic Tasman Peninsula!

Meals: B/L/D | Overnight: MS Westerdam

Day 15

At Sea

A peaceful day at sea heading north along the NSW coast.

Meals: B/L/D | Overnight: MS Westerdam

Day 16

Eden

The sapphire coast town of Eden — whale watching, the historic Davidson Whaling Station, and fresh local seafood.

Meals: B/L/D | Overnight: MS Westerdam

Day 17

Newcastle

Historic quayside, fascinating museums, and a stroll along the River Tyne precinct.

Meals: B/L/D | Overnight: MS Westerdam

Day 18

Sydney – Disembark & Fly Home

Arrive back in Sydney and disembark. Your festive Australian voyage is complete!

Meals: Breakfast

Important Info

Minimum Purchase

Minimum 2 People Purchase.

Single Traveller Supplement

For single travelers, a single supplement price must be purchased.

Triple Share

No discounts apply for 3rd person traveling. Full price applies, subject to availability.
✻Please note: Triple shares may be required to share existing bedding.

Bedding Configuration

Twin or Double Bedding (subject to availability)

Child Policy

• No child discounts. The full price applies to all children traveling with their parents.
• Valid for Children 8 years old and over.
✻Please note: Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult 18 years old and over to travel. No unaccompanied minors are allowed.

Passport Validity

Customers are required to provide valid passport details either at the time of purchase or at least 6 months’ validity for use on arrival to the foreign country.

Luggage

All the packages are inclusive of 23kg Check-in luggage / Hand luggage 7 kg.

Cancellation Policy

Non Refundable.

Terms and Condition

Please makes sure you read the Terms and Condition before you place the Booking.

Travel Advice

Please visit http://www.smartraveller.gov.au for the latest Travel Advice.
Travel Insurance is strongly recommended for all overseas travel.