Why Book With Cruise Smaller?
Small ships are our whole world.
Discover handpicked small-ship cruises with specialist advice, Australian-based support and a simpler way to compare remarkable voyages around the world.
35+
years of
travel experience
The specialist way to book a smaller cruise
Cruise Smaller was created because small-ship cruising deserves specialist attention.
Instead of treating smaller vessels as one category among thousands of mainstream cruises, our entire focus is on intimate ships, boutique vessels, expedition cruises and destination-led voyages.
Cruise Smaller is owned and operated by the Sun Island Tours team, an Australian travel business with more than 35 years of experience helping travellers explore the world.
Whether you already know which ship you want or need help narrowing down the choices, our team and technology are here to make finding the right voyage easier.
Benefits
Why travellers choose Cruise Smaller
Small ships are all we do
Our entire platform is dedicated to smaller vessels and more intimate cruise experiences. That specialist focus helps us understand the differences between ships, destinations and styles of cruising.
Australian cruise experts
Speak with an experienced Australian-based team that understands the needs of Australian travellers and can assist before, during and after booking.
More than 35 years of experience
Cruise Smaller is backed by the Sun Island Tours team, which has been helping Australians travel since 1989.
Compare more in one place
Explore cruises from a range of specialist operators without having to search numerous cruise-company websites independently.
Personal help choosing
Not sure which ship, destination or itinerary is right for you? Use our Help Me Choose tool or speak with one of our cruise specialists.
Best Price Guarantee
Book with confidence knowing that eligible bookings are protected by the Cruise Smaller Best Price Guarantee.
Terms and eligibility conditions apply.
Cruise Credits
Receive and use Cruise Smaller Cruise Credits on eligible bookings, promotions and activities.
Eligibility, expiry and redemption conditions apply.
Secure payments, without the card surcharge
Pay securely using major credit cards through Stripe. Cruise Smaller covers its credit-card processing fees rather than adding a Cruise Smaller card surcharge to your booking.
Your financial institution or card issuer may apply its own charges, including foreign-exchange or international transaction fees.
Not every small ship is the same
A coastal yacht in Croatia offers a very different experience from an expedition vessel in Antarctica, a boutique ship in Greece or an intimate river vessel in Europe.
Our specialist focus helps travellers understand the differences between:
We help you find the cruise that suits how you want to travel—not simply the first available departure.
Book With Confidence
Our Best Price Guarantee
We want customers to feel confident that they are receiving a competitive price on an equivalent cruise arrangement.
Cruise fare (per person)
A$3,450
Price matched & beaten by A$25
More Value For Future Travel
Cruise Credits
Eligible customers can collect and redeem Cruise Smaller credits toward future qualifying travel.
Cruise Credit Balance
A$150.00
Available
Ready to use
Simple, secure payments
Booking an international cruise is a significant purchase. Our payment process is designed to be clear, secure and straightforward.
Secure Stripe payment processing
Card payments are processed through Stripe's secure payment infrastructure.
Major credit cards accepted
Pay using major credit cards through our secure checkout.
No Cruise Smaller credit-card surcharge
Cruise Smaller covers its credit-card processing fees rather than adding a surcharge to your booking.
Clear payment records in your account
Track your payment history and booking transactions in one convenient place.
Cruise Smaller does not store complete customer card details within its public website database. Your financial institution or card issuer may apply its own charges, including foreign-exchange or international transaction fees.
Support from search to sailing
Real people when you need them. Smart technology when you do not.
Discover
Browse destinations, ships and cruise styles.
Compare
Review itineraries, vessels, dates and inclusions.
Choose
Use the quiz or speak with a specialist.
Book
Confirm through a secure Australian-based booking process.
Prepare
Receive booking information and assistance before departure.
Travel
Know that the Cruise Smaller team is available if assistance is required.
Return
Manage Cruise Credits and begin planning the next voyage.
Discover
Browse destinations, ships and cruise styles.
Compare
Review itineraries, vessels, dates and inclusions.
Choose
Use the quiz or speak with a specialist.
Book
Confirm through a secure Australian-based booking process.
Prepare
Receive booking information and assistance before departure.
Travel
Know that the Cruise Smaller team is available if assistance is required.
Return
Manage Cruise Credits and begin planning the next voyage.
Your Account
Your cruise journey, all in one place
Save favourites, keep track of your enquiries and manage your Cruise Smaller journey through one convenient account.
My Account
Illustrative account example
Mediterranean Voyage
7 nights · Split to Dubrovnik
Croatia Small-Ship Cruise
8 nights · Dubrovnik round-trip
Greek Islands Journey
7 nights · Athens to Athens
My Bookings
Croatia Small-Ship Cruise
Booking ref: 483921
Cruise Credits
A$150.00
Real Experience
Advice built on real travel experience
Our team regularly experiences ships, destinations and cruise products firsthand. That practical knowledge helps us provide more personal advice and understand the details that may not be obvious from an itinerary alone.
Meriel — Barcelona
Olivia — Croatia
Karen — Korčula
Beti — Elaphiti Islands
Zoe — Amorgos
An Australian travel team you can trust
Australian owned and operated
Cruise Smaller is operated by the experienced Sun Island Tours team in Australia, providing local support and more than 35 years of travel-industry experience.
Questions
Frequently asked questions
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