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Australia & New Zealand Cruises

Melbourne to Cairns

Voyage Number #SN251014S14
Cruise starts
Oct 14, 2025
Cruise ends
Oct 28, 2025
Duration
14 DAYS
Ship
Silver Nova
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with Silver Nova
Melbourne to Cairns
Oct 14 → 28, 2025
14 DAYS

The luxury of choice

Catering to individual travel preferences, we are pleased to offer our guests the luxury of choice when selecting the perfect fare.

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Itinerary & Excursions
  • 10 Ports
  • 1 Country

Sail Australia’s Sunshine Coast, visiting lively cities, immaculate islands, and extraordinary underwater worlds. Journey from Melbourne’s cultural hub to the arch of Sydney’s famous Harbour Bridge. Sailing north, delve into Queensland’s gleaming golden beaches along a coastline of turquoise waters and Great Barrier Reef adventures. Discover Australia’s indigenous heritage, legendary wildlife and easygoing appeal enroute to the tropical north and Cairns.

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Melbourne
Melbourne
Australia
Tue, October 14
06:00 - 19:00
02
Day at sea
Day at sea
International Waters
Wed, October 15
03
Eden
Eden
Australia
Thu, October 16
08:00 - 18:00
04
Sydney
Sydney
Australia
Fri, October 17
Arrival 13:30
05
Sydney
Sydney
Australia
Sat, October 18
Departure 23:00
06
Newcastle
Newcastle
Australia
Sun, October 19
08:00 - 18:00
07
Day at sea
Day at sea
International Waters
Mon, October 20
08
Brisbane
Brisbane
Australia
Tue, October 21
07:00 - 20:00
09
Mooloolaba
Mooloolaba
Australia
Wed, October 22
08:00 - 17:00
10
Fraser Island
Fraser Island
Australia
Thu, October 23
08:00 - 18:00
11
Day at sea
Day at sea
International Waters
Fri, October 24
12
Shute Harbor (Whitsunday Islands)
Shute Harbor (Whitsunday Islands)
Australia
Sat, October 25
08:00 - 18:00
13
Townsville
Townsville
Australia
Sun, October 26
08:00 - 17:00
14
Day at sea
Day at sea
International Waters
Mon, October 27
15
Cairns
Cairns
Australia
Tue, October 28
Arrival 09:00

The excursions are provided as a sample of what may be offered on this voyage and are subject to change. We are constantly updating our shore excursion programme with immersive and authentic experiences, so please do not hesitate to review your tour programme choice closer to your sail date. We invite guests to visit my.silversea.com for the most updated information.

Suites

Silversea's oceanview suites are some of the most spacious in luxury cruising. All include the services of a butler thanks to the highest service ratio at sea and almost all have a private teak veranda so that you can breathe in the fresh sea air by merely stepping outside your door. Select your suite and Request a Quote - guests who book early are rewarded with the best fares and ability to select their desired suite.

All inclusive onboard benefits

Enjoy the 24-hour gourmet dining, butler service, superb entertainment and premium beverages that Silversea is known for.
STAFF & SERVICES
Butler services in every suite
Nearly one crew member for every guest
24-hour dining service
Complimentary transportation into town in most ports
LEISURE ONBOARD
Multiple restaurants, diverse cuisine, open-seating dining
Beverages in-suite and throughout the ship, including champagne, select wines and spirits
Onboard entertainment
Spa and Fitness Center
UTILITIES & AMENITIES
Unlimited free WiFi
Onboard gratuities
Ship - Silver Nova

Introducing Silver Nova - our vessel that joined us in summer 2023, and is a home away from home for up to 728 guests. Silver Nova’s innovative asymmetrical design introduces the world like never before, offering an immersive destination experience to our guests. With a gross tonnage of 54,700 tons, she offers a space-to-guest ratio of 75 GRT-per-passenger becoming one of the most spacious cruise ships ever built. What’s more, Silver Nova is our most environmentally friendly, and thanks to her groundbreaking technological solutions, she propels Silversea into a new era of sustainable cruising. It’s the Nova way to travel.

Ship Details: https://www.silversea.com/ships/silver-nova.html
View Deck Plan

Silver Nova Dining Options:
10 Restaurants

S.A.L.T. Chef's Table

S.A.L.T. Chef's Table

Prepare for an intimate and interactive dining experience like no other at the S.A.L.T. Chef's Table. Indulge in a choreographed menu of small plates highlighting regional flavours and star ingredients, all accompanied by unique wines and cocktails.
S.A.L.T. Kitchen

S.A.L.T. Kitchen

Enjoy destination-inspired menus, including the Terrain menu, which offers recipes and flavours specific to the port visited, and the Voyage menu, which draws inspiration from the best flavours of the voyage.
Atlantide

Atlantide

Atlantide offers guests our quintessential dining experience. Combining contemporary elegance and hallmark Silversea service, this classic restaurant offers our signature fine dining.
La Terrazza

La Terrazza

La Terrazza aboard Silver Nova offers an unparalleled destination dining experience, from its expansive floor-to-ceiling windows to its large, outdoor terrace.
La Dame

La Dame

Indulge in new epitome of French fine dining aboard Silver Nova, where culinary heritage meets modern innovation.
Kaiseki

Kaiseki

Experience the harmony of flavours and aesthetics with our enhanced Kaiseki dining experience. Delight in the fusion of Washoku’s culinary heritage and health benefits, where each meticulously crafted dish is a work of art.
Silver Note

Silver Note

Where do you go if you want great food and a brilliant atmosphere in a relaxed and sophisticated setting? Silver Note of course!
The Marquee

The Marquee

The Marquee is our brand new outdoor dining venue, open from early morning until late evening.
The Grill

The Grill

Silversea’s much-loved casual dining restaurants serves a delectable range of burgers and salads by day, and turns into our famous Hot Rocks table BBQ concept by night.
Spaccanapoli

Spaccanapoli

Nothing says Italy quite as well as a hot, fresh pizza. Spaccanapoli is a slice of Naples, where you’ll taste deliciously thin, freshly made pizzas, topped with creamy mozzarella and minimalist toppings.

Public Areas

The Pool Deck

The Pool Deck

Enjoy a reimagined space where you can relax, refresh and rejuvenate on decks 10 and 11. Ample sunbeds for everyone, more space than ever before and the largest pool in the fleet.
The Dusk Bar

The Dusk Bar

With an emphasis on the destination, panoramic views connects you with the world beyond on The Dusk Bar. This superb open-air sky bar provides plenty of space for guests to enjoy a pre or post dinner drink.
Arts Café

Arts Café

The Arts Café offers a cultural setting for eating, drinking and socialising, as well as a chance to lose yourself while reading up on all your favourite artists and art.
S.A.L.T. Bar

S.A.L.T. Bar

Nothing says travelling deeper better than Silver Nova’s S.A.L.T. bar. Get a taste for the authentic and settle down to enjoy locally-inspired cocktails and drinks.
S.A.L.T. Lab

S.A.L.T. Lab

Welcome to the S.A.L.T. Lab, an interactive space where guests can deep-dive into local culinary techniques through workshops, lectures and cooking demonstrations.
The Shelter

The Shelter

Strategically located on deck three, The Shelter is our newest pre and post dinner cocktail venue.
Dolce Vita

Dolce Vita

Dolce Vita is the gathering place for our savvy travellers of the world, a place where guests mingle and exchange stories and where new faces become lifelong friends.
Panorama Lounge

Panorama Lounge

A peaceful retreat that is the perfect place to break away to, a social place to meet and greet old friends, or an evening venue to partake in a cocktail as you sit back and watch the world go by.
Connoisseur’s Corner

Connoisseur’s Corner

Rich and luxurious, yet airy and spacious, this indoor/outdoor venue is where you sip the finest cognac or whisky from a prestigious range and revel in the tranquil murmur of after-dinner conversation.
Observation Lounge

Observation Lounge

The Observation Library boasts exceptional views overlooking the ocean as it stretches out below you while you enjoy your cruise.
The Venetian Lounge

The Venetian Lounge

Welcome to Venetian Lounge, a place where the arts of theatre and music meet with full-scale productions and feature films.
Atrium

Atrium

Located on deck 4, the Atrium is the beating heart of Silver Nova.
Boutique

Boutique

There is a wealth of luxury shopping experiences aboard all Silversea ships, featuring the most distinctive and appealing brands from across the globe.
Otium Spa

Otium Spa

Finding relaxation is one the of the principle aims of taking a cruise, so why not join us in the Otium Beauty Spa for guaranteed indulgence?
Casino

Casino

Enjoy a selection of games at the Silversea Casino for guests 18 and older, or discover new games during your luxury cruise.
Fitness Centre

Fitness Centre

The Fitness Centre brings together elite design with programs that are specifically created for your body type and needs.
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Pre & Post Cruise Extensions And Hotels

The Langham Melbourne

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HILTON DARWIN

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