Ovation of the Seas itinerary map for December 15, 2024 (3 nights)
Ovation of the Seas itinerary map for December 15, 2024 (3 nights)
3 nights · 1 ports
Round-trip · Sydney, Australia
Royal CaribbeanOvation of the Seas

Ovation of the Seas
December 15, 2024

3-Night Sampler aboard Ovation of the Seas · Departing December 15, 2024 from the Port of Sydney, Australia.

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// AT A GLANCE

This 3-night cruise aboard the Ovation of the Seas departs from Sydney, Australia on Sunday, December 15, 2024 and returns on Wednesday, Dec 18th. December weather across this route averages 100°/57°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 8.0 out of 10 — Sydney (8.0).

ITINERARY SAFETY SCORE
8.0OUT OF 10
MODERATE TIER
Safer than 80% of all cruises
Ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
FULL BREAKDOWN →
01
3
night cruise
Sun → Wed
02
Sydney
departure port
Australia
03
1
port stops
Sampler
04
2
sea days
Day 2
// ON THIS PAGE07 SECTIONS
03Itinerary map↓04Cruise ports↓05Weather↓06Shore excursions↓07Safety score↓08Cruise ship↓09FAQ↓
// 02 · CRUISE PRICE

Ovation of the Seas December 15, 2024 Price & Tracking

OVATION OF THE SEAS·DECEMBER 15, 2024

The graph below tracks historic price of the Ovation of the Seas cruise ship departing December 15, 2024. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $484 ($162 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $511 ($171 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 5%.

Ovation of the Seas cruise departing December 15, 2024 — 3-night itinerary. Current Inside Cabin price: $484 ($162 per night). Average price: $511.

// PRICE HISTORY · INSIDE
Last 6 months · refreshes daily
This cabin
Avg $510
LIVE RATE
INSIDE CABIN
Ovation of the Seas · December 15, 2024
$484
$162 per night · 3 nights
↓
5% below average
Avg $510 · You save $26

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// 03 · ITINERARY

3 Night Sampler (Sydney Roundtrip) Cruise Map

Interactive Itinerary MapDECEMBER 15, 2024
The Ovation of the Seas sails on December 15, 2024 for a 3 Night Sampler (Sydney Roundtrip) (Sydney Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Sydney, Australia at 4:00 PM and will return to the port of Sydney, Australia on Dec 18th at 5:30 AM. During the 4-day journey, the Ovation of the Seas will visit 0 additional port and will spend 2 days at sea.
// CRUISE PORT SCHEDULE
Ovation of the Seas
DECEMBER 15, 2024
4 STOPSSCROLL FOR ALL ↓
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3 NIGHTS · 0 PORTS
ROUND-TRIP · SYDNEY
// 04 · PORTS

3 Night Sampler (Sydney Roundtrip) Port List

Ovation of the Seas·December 15, 2024
Sydney, Australia — Day 1 of Ovation of the Seas December 15, 2024 cruise
DAY
1
EMBARKATION
SUNDAY·DEC 15

Sydney

Australia
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
—
4:00 PM

Sydney, Australia, offers docking at Circular Quay. Travelers explore Sydney Opera House and Bondi Beach. Excursions visit Blue Mountains. Local markets sell meat pies. The peak season, December to February, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures iconic landmarks and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes lamingtons, an Australian favorite. Souvenirs, like opal crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Aboriginal history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Sydney’s urban charm offers a vibrant Australian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of cultural landmarks and scenic coasts, making Sydney an engaging destination for exploration.

DECEMBER FORECAST
78°F avg · Avg
// 05 · WEATHER

3 Night Sampler (Sydney Roundtrip) Weather Forecast

Ovation of the Seas·December 15, 2024
DEC FORECAST · SYDNEY
Historical monthly averages for travelers visiting this port.
78°
AVG · °F
Mostly sunny days
AVG HIGH
100°
AVG LOW
57°
AVG RAINFALL
2.8"
Source: 30-year historical climate averages via Open-Meteo
// YEAR-ROUND AT SYDNEY
Average monthly temperature and rainfall. Your sail month is highlighted.
AVG TEMP °FRAINFALL IN
78°JANFEBMARAPRMAYJUNJULAUGSEPOCTNOVDEC12-MONTH AVERAGE · DATA: 30-YEAR HISTORICAL
// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS

Ovation of the Seas December 15, 2024 Excursions

Ovation of the Seas·December 15, 2024

From beach breaks and snorkeling to local food tours and cultural landmarks, these shore excursions help you make the most of every stop. Browse by port below to compare top-rated options and plan your day before you board.

// BROWSE BY PORT
EMBEDDED · POWERED BY VIATOR

Browse shore excursions for each port on this Ovation of the Seas itinerary. Tours, activities, and transfers are provided by Viator.

Pricing & availability provided by Viator. Book directly from listing.
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// 07 · SAFETY SCORE

Itinerary Safety Score

3 Night Sampler (Sydney Roundtrip)

Based on comprehensive research of cruise port safety information, including recent crime reports, travel advisories, Global Peace Index rankings, and specific port security concerns, we've created a "safety score" for each cruise port stop. The overall rating below represents a combined score for your specific cruise itinerary.

ITINERARY AVERAGE
MODERATE TIER
0OUT OF 100
LOWHIGH
Safer than 80% of all cruises
8.0/10 itinerary average · ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
// HOW WE SCORE
Four signals, weighted by recency.

Scores combine recent crime reports, government travel advisories, Global Peace Index rankings, and port-specific security incidents. Refreshed monthly.

8.0 – 10.0
Safe — Low-risk; standard precautions apply.
6.5 – 7.9
Moderate — Generally safe with normal vigilance.
5.0 – 6.4
Caution — Stay alert; avoid certain areas after dark.
0 – 4.9
High caution — Significant risk; book guided excursions.
REFRESHED MONTHLY
// PORT-BY-PORT BREAKDOWN01 PORT
01

Sydney 🇦🇺

Australia · AustraliaMODERATE

Travelers should remain vigilant against petty theft in tourist areas and nightlife districts while enjoying the overall safety of Sydney.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
// 08 · CRUISE SHIP

Ovation of the Seas Ship Overview

Specs & DetailsROYAL CARIBBEAN
Ovation of the Seas
ROYAL CARIBBEAN · QUANTUM
CHRISTENED
2016
STATEROOMS
2,131
TONNAGE
168,666GT
3.5% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 162,993 GT
YEAR BUILT
2016
6 YEARS NEWER· vs avg 2010
LENGTH
1,138ft
4.9% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 1,085 ft
PASSENGER COUNT
4,180cruisers
ON PAR WITH AVG· vs avg 4,184 cruisers
// ABOUT THE SHIP

The Ovation of the Seas has a construction date of 2016 and a total size of 168,666 gross tons. The ship measures 1,138 feet in length. Ovation of the Seas is included in Royal Caribbean's Quantum class. At full capacity, the Ovation of the Seas holds 4,180 passengers. That includes 2,630 cruise vacationers and 1,550 staff members. The Ovation of the Seas total number of staterooms is 2,131.

// INSIDE THE FULL SHIP PAGE
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// 09 · MORE CRUISES

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// 09 · FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

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LAST UPDATED · MAY 22, 2026