School Holiday Cruises

Make it the most fun school holidays yet!

Create memories you and your family will have forever on a Carnival school holiday cruises.

With more than 45 activities onboard, there’s always something for the whole family to enjoy.

Make friends for life with the special kids club, spend hours at a time on waterslides, in pools, or playing games.

Of course, there’s plenty for mum and dad to do as well, with entertainment, the Cloud 9 spa, bars, and live music.

At the end of the day, come together for a meal everyone will love the food, with dining options perfect for every taste.

And it wouldn’t be a holiday without some amazing destinations and experiences you’ll never forget.


with so many activities, it's heaven for kids!

PLUS award winning kids programs and supervised Night Owls™ program*

*Charges Apply.


Commonly Asked Questions

What are the best school holiday cruises in 2022 and 2023?

A school holiday cruise is a great way to let the kids enjoy a holiday of a lifetime. A family getaway with Carnival is the perfect chance for all of you to unwind, relax, and have a lot of fun. We have some great school holiday cruises for 2022 and school holiday cruises for cruises for 2023 ready right now, including:

Keep up to date with any last-minute cruise deals and the latest travel advisory information.

How long are school holiday cruises?

Carnival offers cruises at different times of the year, and for different durations, so they can fit in with your schedule. Our cruise options include:


Why should I book a school holiday cruise?

A school holiday cruise or an end of year cruise is the perfect way to take a well-earned break. There’s no bickering in the car and asking if “we’re there yet”. A school holiday cruise means:

How do I book a school holiday cruise deal?

Use the filter below to find the date, duration, and destination that suits. Then click the red Search Cruises button and book away. You can book online, or call on 13 31 94.


Where can I cruise to on a school holiday cruise?

Carnival has some great Australian destinations in 2022 and 2023 from Sydney and Brisbane ready for you to book now such as: