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Early Bird Cruise Sale

From getting your pick of the cabins, enjoying a discounted rate or securing free credit on board, there are a number of benefits to booking a cruise early. With many popular cruises, such as European River Cruises, selling out due to high demand, early bird cruise deals are a good way to lock in a great fare. With the key booking window being 9-12 months in advance of sailing, check out some of our best early bird cruise deals below.
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Enchantment of Eastern Europe with Emerald Cruises – Save $1,600 per couple*

Embark on a scenic European river journey, sailing from Budapest to Bucharest (or vv) with Emerald Cruises in 2026, and enjoy super earlybird savings of 1,600 per couple.

Package With Airfares For Exclusive Savings

$5,285
9 days2025/2026 Sailings

AMA Waterways Grand Danube Cruise – Save $6,000 per couple*

Travel from Vilshofen to Giurgiu on the Grand Danube river and save $6,000 per couple while experiencing the award winning AMAWaterways.

Package With Airfares For Exclusive Savings

$9,169
15 days2026 Sailings

Last Minute 2 for 1 Offers – Amsterdam to Budapest on a Luxury River Cruise

Last Minute Savings - 2 for 1 deals.* Experience one of the most iconic river cruises from Amsterdam to Budapest, travelling along the Rhine, Main and Danube rivers.

Package With Airfares For Exclusive Savings

$4,848
15 days2024 Sailings

Avalon Christmas River Cruise from Vienna to Budapest – Save up to $1,050 per couple*

Celebrate the holiday season with exclusive journeys to Europe’s enchanting Christmas markets and festivities on this Avalon Waterways' Christmas river cruise, plus earn up to 6,956 Qantas Frequent Flyer points.

Package With Airfares For Exclusive Savings

$3,293
6 days2024/2025 sailings

Danube Dreams River Cruise with Avalon – Save up to $3,800 per couple*

Save up to $3,800 per couple and earn Qantas Frequent Flyer points when you travel along the Danube River with Avalon Waterways. With many exciting stops along the way, you’ll be immersed in the culture of Central Europe in a unique way on this timeless European river cruise holiday.

Package With Airfares For Exclusive Savings

$3,774
8 days2026 Sailings

Magnificent Europe with APT – Save $7,000 per couple*

Save up to $7,000 per couple.* Experience one of APT's brand new, luxury river ships APT Solara or APT Ostara on this Magnificent Europe river cruise with travelling along the Rhine, Main and Danube rivers.

Package With Airfares For Exclusive Savings

$5,995
15 days2025 Sailings

Avalon River Cruise Magnificent Rivers of Europe – Save up to $8,000 per couple*

Save up to $8,000 per couple and earn Qantas Frequent Flyer points when you travel from Budapest to Amsterdam with Avalon Waterways. With many exciting stops along the way, you’ll be immersed in the culture of Central Europe in a unique way on this timeless European river cruise holiday.

Package With Airfares For Exclusive Savings

$8,827
16 days2025 sailings

Scenic Romantic Rhine and Moselle – $5,000 savings per couple*

Save $5,000 per couple with this Scenic deal when you travel from Amsterdam to Zurich (or vv.) to be captivated by the blissful waterways of the Romantic Rhine or its idyllic tributary, the Moselle. 

Package With Airfares For Exclusive Savings

$6,695
15 days2025/2026 Sailings

Jewels of the Rhine with Emerald Cruises – Save $2,600 per couple*

Are you after a luxury river cruise that is designed for the modern explorer? This 8 day cruise takes you from Amsterdam to Zurich, where you'll experience the luxury on board a Emerald Star-Ship, along with a range of spectacular landscapes, rich culture, and fascinating history.

Package With Airfares For Exclusive Savings

$4,095
8 days2025/2026 Sailings

Emerald Danube Explorer with Prague – Save up to $4,000 per couple*

Earlybird savings of $4,000 per couple on this 13 day journey from Prague to Budapest with Emerald Cruises. Relax on an award-winning river cruise through the heart of Europe, one that introduces you to new cultures and traditions.

Package With Airfares For Exclusive Savings

$5,280
13 days2025 Sailings

Eastern Europe River Cruise – Save 10%*

Book early and receive up to 10% discount on this Eastern Europe river cruise. Travel from Budapest to Bucharest and explore the region in ultimate luxury with Uniworld Cruises.

Package With Airfares For Exclusive Savings

$5,939
10 days2026 Sailings

France River Cruise Sensations of Lyon & Provence – Save $3,600 per couple*

This 8 day cruise will take you along the Rhone and Saone rivers, where you'll meander through the picturesque South of France. Plus, you'll experience the luxurious Emerald Star-Ship that offers grand staterooms, all tipping and gratuities included and complimentary wine, beer and soft drinks with lunch and dinner.

Package With Airfares For Exclusive Savings

$4,245
8 days2025/2026 Sailings

Why Book A Cruise Early?

1) Discount Fares

Many cruise lines offer their best fares when itineraries first go on sale, and then raise the rates as the ships sell out. Booking early allows you to secure the best possible pricing, usually with a low introductory fare.

2) Pick Of The Cabins

If you have a specific cabin location you’re after onboard, or maybe you’re even after a suite, booking early allows you to secure your ideal cabin. Some cruise lines even offer an upgrade depending how early you book!

3) Onboard Credit

Many cruise lines offer free onboard credit to those that secure a cabin within the early bird period. Essentially, this credit is a kind of cash back that can be spent while you’re onboard the ship.

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Package With Airfares For Exclusive Savings

$10,700
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$7,912
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$6,487
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Embark on a scenic European river journey, sailing from Budapest to Bucharest (or vv) with Emerald Cruises in 2026, and enjoy super earlybird savings of 1,600 per couple.

Package With Airfares For Exclusive Savings

$5,285
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Package With Airfares For Exclusive Savings

$5,925
7 nights2025 Sailings

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Package With Airfares For Exclusive Savings

$10,700
24 days2025/2026 Sailings

Explora Journeys Rome to Barcelona – Save $2,400 per couple + $1,500 Air Credit per person *

Save $2,400 per couple + receive an Air Credit of $1,500 per person when you book this excuslive Explora Journeys package. Enquire with our cruise experts today!

Package With Airfares For Exclusive Savings

$10,825
15 days2025 Sailings

Lisbon to Istanbul with Crystal – includes a free Suite upgrade*

Experience ultimate luxury with a complimentary suite upgrade onboard Crystal Serenity as you sail the Mediterranean. Speak with our cruise experts today!

Package With Airfares For Exclusive Savings

$10,700
14 nights2025 Sailings

Sri Lanka Unveiled with APT – Save $3,400 per couple*

Savings of up to $3,400 per couple when booking this APT tour encompassing all of the unforgettable Sri Lanka highlights.

Package With Airfares For Exclusive Savings

$8,595
15 days2025 departures

Alaska & British Columbia with Hurtigruten – Save $4,800 per couple*

Save from $4,800 per couple on this Hurtigruten Alaska & British Columbia cruise, taking in the wilderness, glaciers and culture along the way!

Package With Airfares For Exclusive Savings

$7,912
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Package With Airfares For Exclusive Savings

$6,487
14 days2025 Departures

Enchantment of Eastern Europe with Emerald Cruises – Save $1,600 per couple*

Embark on a scenic European river journey, sailing from Budapest to Bucharest (or vv) with Emerald Cruises in 2026, and enjoy super earlybird savings of 1,600 per couple.

Package With Airfares For Exclusive Savings

$5,285
9 days2025/2026 Sailings

Rome to Barcelona with Explora Journeys – Includes EUR100 onboard credit + specialty dining*

Experience European luxury onboard Explora Journeys new yacht, Explora II as you sail the Mediterranean from Rome to Barcelona. Enquire with our cruise experts today!

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$5,925
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Package With Airfares For Exclusive Savings

$10,700
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Explora Journeys Rome to Barcelona – Save $2,400 per couple + $1,500 Air Credit per person *

Save $2,400 per couple + receive an Air Credit of $1,500 per person when you book this excuslive Explora Journeys package. Enquire with our cruise experts today!

Package With Airfares For Exclusive Savings

$10,825
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