The best types of transpacific cruises to try in 2026/27

When Aussies think of a transpacific cruise, their mind most likely goes towards a repositioning cruise between Australia and the USA. They wouldn’t be wrong, these are great transpacific repositioning cruises that often offer exciting new destinations and lower fares. 

However, they’re not the only routes for a transpacific cruise. There are other cruises that cross the Pacific, such as those that go in between Asia. These can take routes such as Seattle to Japan or Singapore to Los Angeles and more. This can be an exciting and sometimes surprisingly affordable way for Aussies to tick off multiple bucket list destinations all in one holiday. For example, some of these cruises can show off the best of Japan, and then a week and a half later you’ll be exploring the glaciers of Alaska. 

Then of course, as mentioned, you can get classic Aussie repositioning cruises, such as from Sydney to Hawaii or Brisbane to Los Angeles. 

If you’re ready for a new adventure and are thinking about exploring some of the above options, here are a few of Cruise Passenger’s pics for a transpacific cruise in 2026 or 2027.

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Why opt for Asia/USA cruises

If more fresh and exciting destinations are your aim, then it’s hard to beat a cruise in between Asia and the USA, especially those that offer a combination of Alaskan and Japanese destinations, two world renowned destinations. 

For those who are looking for a different type of exploration, this is a great option, and both the USA and Asia have plenty of connections for Aussie flights.

Why opt for Australia/USA cruises

The clear advantage of snapping up one of these cruises is that you’ll only need to get one flight, either leaving from Australia or coming back. This makes travel a lot smoother, and allows you to go and explore some new destinations without having too much travel hassle. 

For those who are big fans of cruising to the South Pacific, this also offers a new take on that as you get to go a bit deeper and explore places like Tahiti and French Polynesia, rather than the usual New Caledonia and Vanuatu. 

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Oceania Cruises – Tokyo to Vancouver – 22 nights – Oceania Regatta – from $10,990 – leaves April 21, 2027

Cruise Passenger is currently running a competition with My Cruises and Exploration by Norwegian with a 24-day transpacific cruise holiday up for grabs!

Valued at $24,000, it’s a Tokyo to Vancouver cruise on Oceania Regatta, with hotels, flights, dining and more all taken care of.

The cruise visits four ports in Japan before crossing the pacific and embarking on an in depth exploration of Alaska, before pivoting to Canada for its final stops.

Click here for more info and to enter!

Princess Cruises – Seattle to Japan 14-days – Royal Princess – from $1939 – leaves September 19, 2026

This Princess repositioning cruise is a speedy one, but offers plenty of value on the way. Starting off in Seattle it takes through some of the highlights of Alaska, before a full-week at sea to enjoy the ship en-route to Japan.

Then you’re dropped off in Tokyo where you’re left to explore Japan by land, hop on a different cruise, or head back to Australia. 

Royal Caribbean – Tokyo to Los Angeles 17-nights – Navigator of the Seas – from $1882 – leaves May 12, 2027

This Royal Caribbean cruise heads out from Tokyo, visiting some great ports in Japan before hitting the open seas. Guests will visit Mt Fuji, Nagoya, Kyoto and Kobe before enjoying 12 full-days at sea on the way to Los Angles. 

Silversea – Tokyo to Vancouver 17-days – Silver Moon – from $12,600 – leaves May 27, 2027

For a luxurious take on a transpacific cruise, this is the way to go. Over 17-days this cruise will visit Miyako and Hakodate in Japan, before setting sail for Alaska, where it will visit Kodiak Island, Sitka and Ketchikan. Then you’ll be dropped off in Vancouver, a great city in its own right, as well as a great base for deeper travels into The Americas. 

Azamara – Tokyo to Vancouver – 38 nights cruise – Azamara Pursuit from $18,699 – leaves April 24, 2026 

If exploration is the goal, then it’s hard to beat this Azamara cruise. Guests will visit 11 ports in Japan, one in South Korea, eight in Alaska and two in Canada on this epic journey. The longer voyage time gives plenty more room for exploration, as well as leaving sea days in the middle to just relax and enjoy the spoils of the ship.

Carnival – Sydney to San Francisco 23-day – Carnival Luminosa – from $2555 –  leaves April 6, 2027

This classic Aussie repositioning cruise takes you from Sydey to San Fran at a very economical rate. On the way guests will enjoy a deep exploration of the Pacific, visiting places like Tahitti, Moorea and Hawaii en-route. San Francisco offers direct flight back to Australia if you’re looking for them, as well as a great starting point for more exploration. 

Celebrity Cruises – Sydney to Hawaii 16-nights – Celebrity Edge – from $3222 – leaves April 20, 2027

To mark the end of another Celebrity Edge season in Australia, she generally heads back to the USA, doing a repositioning cruise to Hawaii along the way. Guests will be treated to a stop at Bay of Islands in New Zealand, French Polynesia, Tahiti and Honolulu, with 11 total sea days as well to soak up all of Celebrity Edge.