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Pub food, burgers and a bar, open 24 hours. Norwegian Spirit’s answer to the late-night question.
Norwegian Spirit
Norwegian Cruise Line · Leo class · launched 1998 · 1,972 guests
- 1,972guests
- 1998launched, refurbished 2022
- 76kgross tonnes
- 26sailings listed
- A$1,022per person, from
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Norwegian Spirit at a glance
Norwegian Spirit is a Leo class ship from Norwegian Cruise Line, launched in 1998, carrying 1,972 guests. It is known for Freestyle Cruising from Sydney, with no set dining times and a relaxed dress code. We list 26 sailings between November 2026 and April 2028, mostly from Sydney and Auckland, from A$1,022 per person.
Norwegian Spirit brings Norwegian Cruise Line's Freestyle Cruising to Australia: no set dining times, no formal dress code and a choice of restaurants every night.
The ship has been extensively refurbished, with updated staterooms, restaurants and bars, including Onda by Scarpetta and the adults-only Spice H2O.
Norwegian Spirit sails from Sydney on voyages to Tasmania, around Australia and New Zealand, the South Pacific and Asia.
Norwegian Spirit is best for
- Travellers who want flexible dining
- Couples and groups of friends
- Tasmania and New Zealand
- Longer voyages
What stands out on Norwegian Spirit
- Freestyle Cruising
- Onda by Scarpetta
- Spice H2O adults-only area
- Magnum's Champagne & Wine Bar
- A relaxed dress code
| Cruise line | Norwegian Cruise Line |
|---|---|
| Ship class | Leo class |
| Launched | 1998 |
| Last refurbished | 2022 |
| Guests | 1,972 (double occupancy) |
| Crew | 904 |
| Gross tonnage | 75,904 |
| Length | 268 metres |
| Decks | 14 |
| Sails from (our sailings) | Sydney, Auckland, Lautoka and Singapore |
| Sailings we list | 26, November 2026 to April 2028 |
Ship facts from Norwegian Cruise Line and Wikipedia, checked 25 October 2026. Sailings and fares updated 1 November 2026.
Norwegian Spirit itineraries 2026–28
Every Norwegian Spirit sailing we list, soonest first: 26 sailings from November 2026 to April 2028, from Sydney and Auckland. Fares are per person for two sharing, taxes and fees included, as listed by the cruise line on 2 November at 7:22am. Cabin types sell out and prices move between checks, so we confirm what is open and what it costs before you pay.
26 sailings
| Departs | Cruise | Cabins open | From | Quote |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 to 27 season | ||||
| Mon, 30 Nov 202612 nights | South Pacific, Lautoka to SydneyNorwegian Spirit · One way, Lautoka to SydneyDenarau, Savusavu, Dravuni Island, Port Vila, Mystery Island, Brisbane, Newcastle | Other cabins on requestSuite | Suite fromA$9,580ppA$19,160 for 2 | |
Itinerary
Times are local, as published by Norwegian Cruise Line. Ports and times can change with weather and operations. Fares by cabin
Per person for two sharing, taxes and fees included, checked 2 November at 7:22am. | ||||
| Sat, 12 Dec 202611 nights | Melbourne, Adelaide and Kangaroo Island from SydneyNorwegian Spirit · Round trip from SydneyHobart, Adelaide, Kangaroo Island, Melbourne | Other cabins on requestInside | Inside fromA$2,277ppA$4,554 for 2 | |
| Wed, 23 Dec 202614 nights | Australia and New Zealand from SydneyNorwegian Spirit · Round trip from SydneyEden, Melbourne, Dusky Sound, Doubtful Sound, Milford Sound, Dunedin, Timaru, Tauranga, Bay of Islands | Other cabins on requestInside | Inside fromA$4,729ppA$9,458 for 2 | |
Itinerary
Times are local, as published by Norwegian Cruise Line. Ports and times can change with weather and operations. Fares by cabin
Per person for two sharing, taxes and fees included, checked 2 November at 7:22am. | ||||
| Wed, 6 Jan 20274 nights | Hobart from SydneyNorwegian Spirit · Round trip from SydneyHobart | Other cabins on requestInside | Inside fromA$1,022ppA$2,044 for 2 | |
Itinerary
Times are local, as published by Norwegian Cruise Line. Ports and times can change with weather and operations. Fares by cabin
Per person for two sharing, taxes and fees included, checked 2 November at 7:22am. | ||||
| Sun, 10 Jan 202711 nights | Melbourne, Adelaide and Kangaroo Island from SydneyNorwegian Spirit · Round trip from SydneyBurnie, Kangaroo Island, Adelaide, Melbourne | Other cabins on requestInside | Inside fromA$1,608ppA$3,216 for 2 | |
| Thu, 21 Jan 20274 nights | Hobart from SydneyNorwegian Spirit · Round trip from SydneyHobart | Other cabins on requestInside | Inside fromA$1,022ppA$2,044 for 2 | |
Itinerary
Times are local, as published by Norwegian Cruise Line. Ports and times can change with weather and operations. Fares by cabin
Per person for two sharing, taxes and fees included, checked 2 November at 7:22am. | ||||
| Mon, 25 Jan 202711 nights | Australia and New Zealand, Sydney to AucklandNorwegian Spirit · One way, Sydney to AucklandEden, Burnie, Melbourne, Milford Sound, Doubtful Sound, Dusky Sound, Dunedin, Timaru, Tauranga | Other cabins on requestInside | Inside fromA$2,149ppA$4,298 for 2 | |
Itinerary
Times are local, as published by Norwegian Cruise Line. Ports and times can change with weather and operations. Fares by cabin
Per person for two sharing, taxes and fees included, checked 2 November at 7:22am. | ||||
| Fri, 5 Feb 202711 nights | Australia and New Zealand, Auckland to SydneyNorwegian Spirit · One way, Auckland to SydneyTauranga, Timaru, Dunedin, Milford Sound, Doubtful Sound, Dusky Sound, Melbourne, Burnie, Eden | Other cabins on requestInside | Inside fromA$1,871ppA$3,742 for 2 | |
Itinerary
Times are local, as published by Norwegian Cruise Line. Ports and times can change with weather and operations. Fares by cabin
Per person for two sharing, taxes and fees included, checked 2 November at 7:22am. | ||||
| Tue, 16 Feb 202711 nights | Australia and New Zealand, Sydney to AucklandNorwegian Spirit · One way, Sydney to AucklandEden, Burnie, Melbourne, Milford Sound, Doubtful Sound, Dusky Sound, Dunedin, Timaru, Bay of Islands | Other cabins on requestInside | Inside fromA$1,961ppA$3,922 for 2 | |
Itinerary
Times are local, as published by Norwegian Cruise Line. Ports and times can change with weather and operations. Fares by cabin
Per person for two sharing, taxes and fees included, checked 2 November at 7:22am. | ||||
| Sat, 27 Feb 202711 nights | Australia and New Zealand, Auckland to SydneyNorwegian Spirit · One way, Auckland to SydneyTauranga, Timaru, Dunedin, Milford Sound, Doubtful Sound, Dusky Sound, Melbourne, Burnie, Eden | Other cabins on requestInside | Inside fromA$1,871ppA$3,742 for 2 | |
Itinerary
Times are local, as published by Norwegian Cruise Line. Ports and times can change with weather and operations. Fares by cabin
Per person for two sharing, taxes and fees included, checked 2 November at 7:22am. | ||||
| Wed, 10 Mar 202710 nights | Australia and New Zealand, Sydney to AucklandNorwegian Spirit · One way, Sydney to AucklandEden, Phillip Island, Melbourne, Doubtful Sound, Milford Sound, Dusky Sound, Dunedin, Tauranga | Other cabins on requestInside | Inside fromA$2,118ppA$4,236 for 2 | |
Itinerary
Times are local, as published by Norwegian Cruise Line. Ports and times can change with weather and operations. Fares by cabin
Per person for two sharing, taxes and fees included, checked 2 November at 7:22am. | ||||
| Sat, 20 Mar 202712 nights | Australia and New Zealand, Auckland to SydneyNorwegian Spirit · One way, Auckland to SydneyTauranga, Napier, Timaru, Dunedin, Melbourne, Burnie, Eden | Other cabins on requestInside | Inside fromA$1,787ppA$3,574 for 2 | |
| Thu, 1 Apr 202711 nights | Australia and New Zealand, Sydney to AucklandNorwegian Spirit · One way, Sydney to AucklandEden, Phillip Island, Melbourne, Doubtful Sound, Dusky Sound, Milford Sound, Dunedin, Timaru, Tauranga | Other cabins on requestInside | Inside fromA$2,088ppA$4,176 for 2 | |
Itinerary
Times are local, as published by Norwegian Cruise Line. Ports and times can change with weather and operations. Fares by cabin
Per person for two sharing, taxes and fees included, checked 2 November at 7:22am. | ||||
| Mon, 12 Apr 202711 nights | Australia and New Zealand, Auckland to SydneyNorwegian Spirit · One way, Auckland to SydneyTauranga, Timaru, Dunedin, Milford Sound, Doubtful Sound, Dusky Sound, Melbourne, Burnie, Eden | Other cabins on requestInside | Inside fromA$1,871ppA$3,742 for 2 | |
Itinerary
Times are local, as published by Norwegian Cruise Line. Ports and times can change with weather and operations. Fares by cabin
Per person for two sharing, taxes and fees included, checked 2 November at 7:22am. | ||||
| Fri, 23 Apr 202711 nights | South Pacific, Sydney to LautokaNorwegian Spirit · One way, Sydney to LautokaNouméa, Lifou, Port Vila, Mystery Island, Dravuni Island, Savusavu, Suva | Other cabins on requestInside | Inside fromA$1,871ppA$3,742 for 2 | |
Itinerary
Times are local, as published by Norwegian Cruise Line. Ports and times can change with weather and operations. Fares by cabin
Per person for two sharing, taxes and fees included, checked 2 November at 7:22am. | ||||
| 2027 to 28 season | ||||
| Wed, 1 Dec 202711 nights | South Pacific, Lautoka to SydneyNorwegian Spirit · One way, Lautoka to SydneyDenarau, Savusavu, Dravuni Island, Port Vila, Mystery Island | Other cabins on requestInside | Inside fromA$3,441ppA$6,882 for 2 | |
| Sun, 12 Dec 20278 nights | Melbourne and Burnie from SydneyNorwegian Spirit · Round trip from SydneyNewcastle, Eden, Melbourne, Burnie | Other cabins on requestInside | Inside fromA$2,753ppA$5,506 for 2 | |
| Mon, 20 Dec 202714 nights | Australia and New Zealand from SydneyNorwegian Spirit · Round trip from SydneyMelbourne, Dusky Sound, Doubtful Sound, Milford Sound, Timaru, Wellington, Tauranga, Auckland, Bay of Islands | Other cabins on requestInside | Inside fromA$4,955ppA$9,910 for 2 | |
Itinerary
Times are local, as published by Norwegian Cruise Line. Ports and times can change with weather and operations. Fares by cabin
Per person for two sharing, taxes and fees included, checked 2 November at 7:22am. | ||||
| Mon, 3 Jan 202820 nights | Sydney to SingaporeNorwegian Spirit · One way, Sydney to SingaporeMelbourne, Adelaide, Kangaroo Island, Esperance, Albany, Fremantle, Lombok, Bali | Other cabins on requestInside | Inside fromA$5,412ppA$10,824 for 2 | |
Itinerary
Times are local, as published by Norwegian Cruise Line. Ports and times can change with weather and operations. Fares by cabin
Per person for two sharing, taxes and fees included, checked 2 November at 7:22am. | ||||
| Wed, 9 Feb 202819 nights | Australia and Asia, Singapore to SydneyNorwegian Spirit · One way, Singapore to SydneySurabaya, Bali, Fremantle, Busselton, Adelaide, Kangaroo Island, Melbourne, Burnie, Eden | Other cabins on requestInside | Inside fromA$5,684ppA$11,368 for 2 | |
Itinerary
Times are local, as published by Norwegian Cruise Line. Ports and times can change with weather and operations. Fares by cabin
Per person for two sharing, taxes and fees included, checked 2 November at 7:22am. | ||||
| Mon, 28 Feb 202811 nights | Australia and New Zealand, Sydney to AucklandNorwegian Spirit · One way, Sydney to AucklandEden, Burnie, Melbourne, Milford Sound, Doubtful Sound, Dusky Sound, Dunedin, Timaru, Tauranga | Other cabins on requestInside | Inside fromA$2,149ppA$4,298 for 2 | |
Itinerary
Times are local, as published by Norwegian Cruise Line. Ports and times can change with weather and operations. Fares by cabin
Per person for two sharing, taxes and fees included, checked 2 November at 7:22am. | ||||
| Fri, 10 Mar 202811 nights | Australia and New Zealand, Auckland to SydneyNorwegian Spirit · One way, Auckland to SydneyTauranga, Timaru, Dunedin, Milford Sound, Doubtful Sound, Dusky Sound, Melbourne, Burnie, Eden | Other cabins on requestInside | Inside fromA$1,871ppA$3,742 for 2 | |
Itinerary
Times are local, as published by Norwegian Cruise Line. Ports and times can change with weather and operations. Fares by cabin
Per person for two sharing, taxes and fees included, checked 2 November at 7:22am. | ||||
| Tue, 21 Mar 202811 nights | Australia and New Zealand, Sydney to AucklandNorwegian Spirit · One way, Sydney to AucklandMelbourne, Milford Sound, Dusky Sound, Doubtful Sound, Dunedin, Timaru, Wellington, Tauranga | Other cabins on requestInside | Inside fromA$3,501ppA$7,002 for 2 | |
Itinerary
Times are local, as published by Norwegian Cruise Line. Ports and times can change with weather and operations. Fares by cabin
Per person for two sharing, taxes and fees included, checked 2 November at 7:22am. | ||||
| Sat, 1 Apr 202811 nights | Australia and New Zealand, Auckland to SydneyNorwegian Spirit · One way, Auckland to SydneyTauranga, Lyttelton, Dunedin, Doubtful Sound, Milford Sound, Dusky Sound, Melbourne, Burnie, Eden | Other cabins on requestInside | Inside fromA$3,561ppA$7,122 for 2 | |
Itinerary
Times are local, as published by Norwegian Cruise Line. Ports and times can change with weather and operations. Fares by cabin
Per person for two sharing, taxes and fees included, checked 2 November at 7:22am. | ||||
| Wed, 12 Apr 202811 nights | Melbourne, Adelaide and Kangaroo Island from SydneyNorwegian Spirit · Round trip from SydneyBurnie, Kangaroo Island, Adelaide, Melbourne | Other cabins on requestInside | Inside fromA$1,608ppA$3,216 for 2 | |
| Sun, 23 Apr 202811 nights | South Pacific, Sydney to LautokaNorwegian Spirit · One way, Sydney to LautokaNouméa, Lifou, Port Vila, Mystery Island, Suva, Savusavu | Other cabins on requestInside | Inside fromA$3,140ppA$6,280 for 2 | |
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Dining & bars
Extra Charge
Cagney’s Steakhouse
The signature American steakhouse, added in the 2020 renovation. Covered by a More At Sea specialty dining credit.
Extra Charge
Onda by Scarpetta
Modern Italian from the New York restaurant group: handmade pasta and a spaghetti that people cross the ship for.
Extra Charge
Le Bistro
Classic French: chateaubriand, escargot and a proper dessert trolley. The one to book for an anniversary.
Extra Charge
Teppanyaki
Japanese hibachi cooked at the table by a chef with a sense of theatre. Books out early on every sailing.
Included
Magnum’s Champagne & Wine Bar
Art Nouveau room for a glass before dinner, with the widest champagne list on the ship.
Included
Spinnaker Lounge
Forward-facing observation lounge by day, live music and dancing by night.
Included
Waves Pool Bar and Great Outdoors
Frozen cocktails and mojitos on the pool deck and the aft terrace. Drinks are included with More At Sea.
Included
The Atrium
The rebuilt heart of the ship, with a Starbucks and a bar, and live music most evenings.
Onboard activities
Included
Spice H2O
The adults-only deck at the stern: hot tubs, loungers, a bar and a screen, and no children. Quiet by day, a party after dark.
Extra Charge
Mandara Spa
Enlarged in the renovation: massages, facials, a salon and a thermal suite you can buy a pass for.
Extra Charge
Maharajah’s Casino
Tables, slots and tournaments whenever the ship is at sea.
Included
Freestyle dining
No fixed dinner time and no assigned table anywhere on the ship. Eat at six or at nine, with whoever you like.
Included
Live music and shows
Production shows in the Stardust Theater, comedians, and bands in the Atrium and Spinnaker Lounge every night.
Norwegian Spirit cabins and suites
The lowest fare we list for each cabin type on Norwegian Spirit, per person twin share, taxes and fees included, as listed on 2 November at 7:22am. Fares vary by sailing and date.
Penthouse
- A larger balcony cabin with a sitting area and a bathtub
- Butler and concierge service, priority boarding and disembarkation
- Breakfast and lunch in Cagney’s for suite guests
FromA$9,580ppA$19,160 for 2South Pacific, Lautoka to Sydney, 12 nights
Inside
- Sleeps 2 to 4, no window, the lowest fare on board
- Every Norwegian Spirit cabin was rebuilt in the 2020 renovation
- Freestyle means you are rarely in it anyway: no set dinner time to plan around
FromA$1,022ppA$2,044 for 2Hobart from Sydney, 4 nights
Where does Norwegian Spirit sail?
Norwegian Spirit calls at 37 ports on the sailings we list. Its voyages: New Zealand (14), Tasmania and southern Australia (6), South Pacific (4) and Asia (2). Solid pins are where sailings begin.
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- Sydney
- Melbourne
- Dusky Sound
- Doubtful Sound
- Milford Sound
- Eden
- Dunedin
- Tauranga
- Auckland
- Timaru
- Burnie
- Bay of Islands
- Fremantle
- Lautoka
- Savusavu
- Dravuni Island
- Port Vila
- Mystery Island
- Hobart
- Phillip Island
- Wellington
- Adelaide
- Kangaroo Island
- Bali
- Singapore
- Denarau
- Brisbane
- Newcastle
- Nouméa
- Lifou
- Suva
- Esperance
- Albany
- Lombok
- Surabaya
- Busselton
- Lyttelton
What’s included in your fare
Booked in Australia, a Norwegian fare already carries taxes, port expenses and gratuities, and most fares come with the drinks and dining bundle.
In The Haven? A private courtyard, pool and sundeck, your own restaurant and lounge, 24 hour butler service and a concierge.
- All meals in the complimentary restaurants, and the entertainment
- Taxes, fees and port expenses
- Onboard service charges, on fares booked in Australia
- Unlimited Open Bar: premium spirits, cocktails, beer and wine by the glass
- Specialty dining, one meal for every two to three nights sailed
- 150 minutes of Starlink Wi-Fi per guest
- A US$50 shore excursion credit in every port, for the first guest
- Pools, the gym, and the kids and teens clubs
Available at an additional cost
- Specialty dining beyond the included meals
- Wi-Fi beyond the included minutes
- Shore excursions above the credit
- Spa, casino and photography
- The Plus upgrade, for streaming Wi-Fi and top-shelf drinks
The drinks and dining bundle comes with most fares, but on some rate codes it is a paid upgrade, and it is not sold on sailings under five nights. We confirm what your fare includes before you pay.
Norwegian Spirit, answered
How many passengers does Norwegian Spirit carry?
Norwegian Spirit carries 1,972 guests at double occupancy, looked after by about 904 crew. At 75,904 gross tonnes and 268 metres long, it is a mid-sized ship.
How old is Norwegian Spirit?
Norwegian Spirit was launched in 1998 and last refurbished in 2022. It is a Leo class ship.
Where does Norwegian Spirit sail from in Australia?
On the sailings we list, Norwegian Spirit sails from Sydney and Auckland. Its most common voyages are New Zealand (14) and Tasmania and southern Australia (6). Its 26 sailings run from November 2026 to April 2028 and last 4 to 20 nights.
How much does a cruise on Norwegian Spirit cost?
Fares on Norwegian Spirit start at A$1,022 per person, twin share, for the 4 night Hobart from Sydney departing 6 January 2027, as listed on 2 November at 7:22am. The lowest fare per night is A$146, on the 11 night Melbourne, Adelaide and Kangaroo Island from Sydney. Taxes and port fees are included.
Which cabin should I choose on Norwegian Spirit?
On Norwegian Spirit a Balcony stateroom is the most popular choice. Interior and ocean-view staterooms keep the fare down, and The Haven and suites add more space and perks.
How do I book Norwegian Spirit with Luxury Cruises Guide?
Choose a sailing in the table on this page and press Quick Quote, or call 1300 214 840. We are an Australian cruise agency: we confirm the cabin and the total in Australian dollars, and one specialist looks after the booking from quote to homecoming.
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