Short answer
A 7-night mainstream ocean cruise costs roughly US$600–1,500 per person in an inside or ocean-view cabin, and US$1,000–2,500 with a balcony. Add 15–40% for taxes, port fees, gratuities, drinks, Wi-Fi and excursions unless your fare includes them. Luxury and expedition cruises cost more but include more.
What the fare includes — and what it doesn't
| Cost item | Mainstream | Premium | Luxury | River |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cabin and main meals | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Taxes and port fees | Usually extra (US$100–300/week) | Usually extra | Often included | Usually included |
| Gratuities | US$16–20 pp/day | US$16–20 pp/day | Included | Often included |
| Drinks | Package US$60–110 pp/day | Package or partly included | Included | Wine/beer with meals included |
| Wi-Fi | US$15–30/day | Sometimes included | Included | Included |
| Shore excursions | US$50–200 each | Some lines include one | Regent includes all | One per port included |
For travellers paying from India
- TCS (Tax Collected at Source) applies to overseas tour packages under India's Income Tax rules. It is not an extra cost — you can claim it against your income tax — but it affects cash flow. We show it before you pay.
- GST applies to our service fees under current rules.
- Pay in INR, use no-cost EMI on eligible cards (once payments are live), or a low deposit with the balance before final payment date.
How we keep it honest
Every quote shows the all-in price per person — fare, taxes and fees, estimated gratuities and the add-ons you choose — before you pay anything.
By the Xciting Cruising editorial desk · Updated November 2026