Australia from Melbourne with Three Night Pre City Stay , 29 December 2026 (20 nights)

Name: Australia from Melbourne with Three Night Pre City Stay , 29 December 2026 | 20 Nights | Silver Moon - Silversea Cruises
Brand: Silversea Cruises
SKU: silver-moon/29th-december-2026_c483155
Price: 11049 GBP
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Silver Moon - Silversea Cruises

Ultra luxury

Enjoy warm ocean breezes on Cairns' sandy beaches Cairns

Sydney

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Silver Moon

Royal Botanic Garden

Kaiseki Restaurant

Eden

Art Cafe

Newcastle, Australia

La Dame

Fort Scratchley

Connoisseur

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Departs 30 December 2026
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Cruise + Flight + Hotel

29 December 2026 · 20 nights

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Cruise + Flight + Hotel 30 December 2026 · 21 nights
Cruise Only 3 January 2027 · 14 nights

per person

3 nights in Melbourne
London Airports Change airport
2 Adults

Deluxe Veranda Suite from - £11,049 per person 4 DX N/A UL
Superior Veranda Suite from - £11,399 per person 4 SV SEPOCTBAS2 U3
Deluxe Veranda Suite from - £20,579 per person 4 DX N/A UL
Superior Veranda Suite from - £23,179 per person 4 SV SEPOCTBAS2 U3

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Bespoke Cruise & Stay Holiday Package with Beverages throughout the ship, Butler Service in every suite, Wi-Fi & onboard Gratuities

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Gratuities included

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Transfers included

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Your itinerary

Day 1-5 Pre-cruise
- Day 1
  - Flying from London Heathrow to Melbourne Tullamarine
    
    29 Dec 2026
    Departs 29 Dec 2026 17:50 (local time) London Heathrow Airport - Cathay Pacific
    
    1 stop
    
    Arrives at 31 Dec 2026 07:10 (local time) Melbourne Tullamarine Airport - Cathay Pacific
- Day 3-5
  - Melbourne Hotel Stay
    
    31 Dec 2026 - 2 Jan 2027
    
    Transfers to Hotel Included
    
    5 star hotel
    
    Stay in style at Sheraton Melbourne
    
    Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments, and facials. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, including an indoor pool, a spa tub, and a sauna. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and babysitting (surcharge). Satisfy your appetite for lunch, dinner, or brunch at Little Collins Street, a restaurant which specializes in international cuisine, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Relax with a refreshing drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee. Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, limo/town car service, and express check-out. Event facilities at this hotel consist of a conference center and meeting rooms. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite. Make yourself at home in one of the 174 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and iPod docking stations.
Day 6-20 Cruise from Melbourne to Sydney
- Day 6
  - Cruise departs from Melbourne
    
    3 Jan 2027
    
    Departs at: 7 pm
    
    Transfers to Port Included
    Climb aboard Silver Moon
    
    Zagara Beauty Spa
    
    Arts Café
    
    Tor's Observation Library
    
    The Grill
    
    Venetian Lounge
    
    Silver Note
    
    Queen Victoria Market
    
    The You Yangs
    
    Old Melbourne Gaol
    
    A cultural capital bursting with street art, coffee culture, and hidden laneways.
- Day 7
  - At Sea
    
    4 Jan 2027
    
    Zagara Beauty Spa
    
    Arts Café
    
    Tor's Observation Library
    
    The Grill
    
    Venetian Lounge
    
    Silver Note
- Day 8
  - Eden
    
    5 Jan 2027
    
    Arrives at: 7 am, Departs at: 3 pm (8 hours in port)
- Day 9
  - Newcastle, Australia
    
    6 Jan 2027
    
    Arrives at: 9 am, Departs at: 5 pm (8 hours in port)
    
    Fort Scratchley
    
    Newcastle Museum
    
    Bogey Hole
    
    Newcastle, New South Wales, is the second oldest city in Australia and home to a wealth of cultural landmarks, incredible history, and more to enjoy when you arrive. With six major beaches to choose from, you’ll find plenty of places to sit and soak up the sunshine here. You’ll also find unique public swimming pools along Merewether Beach, access to the Glenrock nature reserve from the sheltered Dudley Beach, and the Belmont Wetlands State Park near Redhead Beach – just to name a handful of exciting places to visit and explore in Newcastle. Inland, on the other side of Newcastle itself, you’ll find even more unique nature reserves and national parks to enjoy, making this a fantastic destination for those of you looking to get a little closer to nature. On top of this, in the city, you’ll find important Australian landmarks, incredible art galleries, plenty of fantastic places to eat and drink, and more; so, there’s a lot for urban explorers to look forward to as well.
- Day 10
  - At Sea
    
    7 Jan 2027
    
    Zagara Beauty Spa
    
    Arts Café
    
    Tor's Observation Library
    
    The Grill
    
    Venetian Lounge
    
    Silver Note
- Day 11
  - Fraser Island
    
    8 Jan 2027
    
    Arrives at: 9 am, Departs at: 6 pm (9 hours in port)
    
    Fraser Island, known as K'gari, off the Queensland coast, is the largest sand island in the world and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Astonishingly, lush rainforest grows on its dunes, alongside crystal-clear freshwater lakes, coloured sand cliffs and long beaches. Home to dingoes and abundant wildlife, it's a unique natural marvel.
- Day 12
  - At Sea
    
    9 Jan 2027
    
    Zagara Beauty Spa
    
    Arts Café
    
    Tor's Observation Library
    
    The Grill
    
    Venetian Lounge
    
    Silver Note
- Day 13
  - Townsville
    
    10 Jan 2027
    
    Arrives at: 8 am, Departs at: 5 pm (9 hours in port)
    
    Strand Park
    
    Museum
    
    Billabong Sanctuary
    
    A coastal city that’s situated in northeastern Queensland, Townsville is a great place to stop off whilst on a cruise. Often considered to be the gateway of the Great Barrier Reef and the Queensland outback, it boasts breathtaking beaches, al fresco restaurants and a variety of shops. Top attractions within easy reach of the city include Strand Park, the Museum of Tropical Queensland and the Billabong Sanctuary.
- Day 14
  - Willis Island - Cruising
    
    11 Jan 2027
    
    Arrives at: 11:30 am, Departs at: 2 pm (2 hours in port)
    
    Zagara Beauty Spa
    
    Arts Café
    
    Tor's Observation Library
    
    The Grill
    
    Venetian Lounge
    
    Silver Note
- Day 15
  - Cairns
    
    12 Jan 2027
    
    Arrives at: 8 am, Departs at: 10 pm (14 hours in port)
    
    Skyrail Rainforest Cableway
    
    Kuranda Railway
    
    Cairns Aquarium
    
    Relax in the warm sun, explore the Great Barrier Reef, and immerse yourself in the tropical beauty of Cairns, Australia’s gateway to nature.
- Day 16-17
  - At Sea
    
    13-14 Jan 2027
    
    Zagara Beauty Spa
    
    Arts Café
    
    Tor's Observation Library
    
    The Grill
    
    Venetian Lounge
    
    Silver Note
- Day 18
  - Mooloolaba
    
    15 Jan 2027
    
    Arrives at: 8 am, Departs at: 7 pm (11 hours in port)
- Day 19
  - At Sea
    
    16 Jan 2027
    
    Zagara Beauty Spa
    
    Arts Café
    
    Tor's Observation Library
    
    The Grill
    
    Venetian Lounge
    
    Silver Note
- Day 20
  - Sydney
    
    17 Jan 2027
    
    Arrives at: 7 am
    
    Opera House
    
    Royal Botanic Garden
    
    Sydney Harbour Bridge
    
    Soak in stunning harbour views, explore iconic landmarks, and experience the perfect blend of urban energy and beachside relaxation.
DAY 20 Flying from Sydney Kingsford Smith to London Heathrow 17 Jan 2027
- Departs 17 Jan 2027 15:15 (local time) Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport - Cathay Pacific
- 1 stop
- Arrives at 18 Jan 2027 07:00 (local time) London Heathrow Airport - Cathay Pacific
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What's included

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Flights

Fly from a range of regional airports, all included in your price.

Hotel

Includes a stay at a hand-picked 4 or 5-star luxury hotel. Check your specific itinerary for full hotel details.

Complimentary Wi-Fi

Enjoy unlimited Wi-Fi across the Silversea fleet. Standard suites (Vista, Panorama, Veranda) include complimentary Standard Wi-Fi, ideal for browsing and messaging. Need extra bandwidth to stream or video call? Easily upgrade to Premium Wi-Fi on board. This faster tier is free for upper suites (Medallion and higher), as well as World Cruises and Grand Voyages.

Drinks

Experience true luxury with a wide selection of complimentary beverages. Indulge in premium wines, champagne, spirits, and classic cocktails, alongside an extensive range of beers, soft drinks, and specialty coffees. Every suite features a fully stocked minibar tailored precisely to your personal preferences, complemented by a full beverage menu available via room service.

Tips

Relax knowing all onboard gratuities are fully covered in your fare—including service for your dedicated butler, waitstaff, and housekeeping teams. This all-inclusive approach ensures you can enjoy your luxury cruise completely free from the worry of tipping or unexpected service charges.

Fine Dining

Silversea elevates your culinary journey by including virtually all fine dining and regional specialty restaurants in your fare. Enjoy world-class venues like the innovative S.A.L.T. Kitchen, La Terrazza (authentic Italian), and Silver Note (jazz supper club) at no extra cost.

Butler service

Every suite across the Silversea fleet includes dedicated, white-glove butler service. Available to all guests regardless of tier, your personal butler handles every detail of your cruise. Expect effortless packing and unpacking, seamless shoreside and dining reservations, and the luxury of morning espresso or full-course gourmet dinners served directly on your private veranda.

The S.A.L.T. Culinary Program

Taste your way across the globe with Silversea’s immersive S.A.L.T. program. Every onboard culinary experience is fully complimentary, including daily-changing regional menus at the S.A.L.T. Kitchen, destination-inspired mixology at the S.A.L.T. Bar, and interactive, hands-on cooking masterclasses inside the state-of-the-art S.A.L.T. Lab.

Entertainment

Your days and evenings are effortlessly filled with world-class theater performances, chic lounges, live music, and a relaxing resort-style pool.

Meals

Breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks from the buffet and main dining restaurants are all included. Meals from the specialty dining restaurants are additional.

The wellness and spa experience

Experience a completely integrated, all-inclusive approach to wellness at sea. Enjoy unrestricted, complimentary access to a state-of-the-art Fitness Centre, free daily group fitness classes like yoga and Pilates, and open entry to the ship's luxurious thermal suites, peaceful steam rooms, and rejuvenating saunas.

Exquisite Ocean View Suite

Every voyage includes a beautifully appointed ocean-view suite, complete with a personalised, complimentary in-suite bar and fine Italian linens.

Overseas transfers

Enjoy seamless transfers between the airport, hotel, and ship. Every connection is perfectly timed and entirely stress-free, ensuring a smooth journey.

Complimentary self-service launderette

Every passenger deck features a self-service laundry room with high-end Miele washers, dryers, ironing boards, and detergent. If you prefer professional service, complete washing, pressing, and wet-cleaning are fully included for guests in upper suites (Medallion tier and higher) and top-tier Venetian Society members. Standard suite guests (Vista and Veranda tiers) pay a standard per-item fee.

Luggage

Luggage is included in the cost of the flight. The checked baggage allowance will be between 15 - 23kg per passenger depending on your airline. This will be confirmed after your booking.

Port Fees & Taxes

No surprises. All port fees and taxes are included in the price.

Transfers (Between)

Selected or all airport, port, and hotel transfers are included (see your detailed itinerary for full specifications).

Extras

Speciality Dining

Enjoy two intimate, signature venues La Dame (French gastronomy) and Kaiseki (Japanese dining) which require reservations and a cover charge.

Car parking

Car parking at the port or airport is not included in the cost of your cruise, and this cannot currently be booked through Iglu Cruise. However, please contact us after you have made your booking if you would like to add this to your package, so we can discuss options. An approximate cost for parking during a cruise is around £12 to £20 per car per day. Alternatively, transfers can be arranged.

Shore excursions

Discover the luxury of choice on land with Silversea. Classic ocean voyages feature a complimentary Shore Excursion Credit when booking the All-Inclusive Plus Fare, letting you tailor your port experiences perfectly. For all Expedition voyages, every single guest enjoys fully included daily shore excursions and expert-led Zodiac landings automatically, with no extra fees.

Transfers (home to port)

Transfers from your home to the port or airport aren't included but we can help organise coach transfers, taxis etc to make your life easier. Please contact us after you have made the booking if you would like to add these to your package.

Travel insurance

Travel insurance is not included in your cruise package. However, Iglu Cruise has partnered with Holiday Extras to provide this service. With flexible policies and cruise-specific cover, you can rest assured that you’re completely covered when you go away. Get a Holiday Extras travel insurance quote right here.

Visa

Visas are not included with your cruise fare and are not provided by Iglu Cruise. Important visas and travel documents must be obtained by the individual guest prior to embarkation. To help, Iglu Cruise has partnered with The Travel Visa Company for professional assistance with all your travel documentation and visa needs.

Life on board Silver Moon

Silver Moon

Silversea Cruises

2020 REFURBISHED

2020 LAUNCHED

691 MAX GUESTS

411 CREW

40700 TONNAGE

8 DECKS

Cabins on Silver Moon

Suite from £11,049
Deluxe Veranda Suite £11,049 pp
Superior Veranda Suite £11,399 pp

Suite from £11,049
Deluxe Veranda Suite £11,049 pp
Superior Veranda Suite £11,399 pp

Suite from £11,049
Deluxe Veranda Suite £11,049 pp
Superior Veranda Suite £11,399 pp

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Deluxe Veranda Suite

from £11,049 per person

Spacious and well-situated, these stylish suites are the perfect place to admire stunning sea views after a busy day ashore.

387 square feet

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Superior Veranda Suite

from £11,399 per person

Located towards the front of the ship, relish in even better sea views while you rest and relax in these spacious suites.

387 square feet

To book an accessible cabin, please give us a call 020 3991 1166

Iglu Cruise customer reviews for Silver Moon

5.0

Based on 2 reviews

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We loved the ship and the crew were friendly and helpful. However, our one dissatisfaction was obtaining hot food in the 'Atlantide' restaurant at Dinner. Even when we stated we liked hot food on hot plates, the food was barely warm, which so distracts from the flavour and enjoyment.

couple

10+ cruises

19 Jun 2025

Lovely small ship. But 6 stars . Felt more personable than the bigger ships out there. Couldn't fault it at all.

couple

10+ cruises

26 May 2025

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