Raise the horns and set your alarms — early bird pre-sale for HELLBOUND, Australia’s first ever dedicated heavy music cruise, goes live this Monday, May 12 at 10am AEST. If you’re ready to sail the high seas with Parkway Drive, Polaris, Northlane, and over 20 of Australia’s finest heavy acts, this is your moment. Cabin spots will be limited and are expected to move fast.
👉 Early Bird Pre-Sale: Monday 12 May @ 10am AEST
Sign up now: https://daltours.cc/Hellbound
👉 General Public On-Sale: Thursday 15 May @ 10am AEST
Book here: www.hellboundcruise.com.au
Cabin Pricing Breakdown (AUD per person):
- Interior Cabins
2 guests from $1,550
3 guests from $1,368
Solo from $2,325 - Oceanview Cabins
2 guests from $2,015
3 guests from $1,675
4 guests from $1,505
Solo from $3,022 - Balcony Cabins
2 guests from $2,665
3 guests from $2,108
4 guests from $1,830
Solo from $3,997 - Suites
2 guests from $3,540
3 guests from $3,025
4 guests from $2,517
Solo from $8,460 (Captain’s Suite!)
💳 Flexible Payment Options:
- Pay in full & get $250 cashback
- Quarterly instalments
- Monthly instalments (12 months)
📌 All pricing includes accommodation, food, and all entertainment.
🎟 Booking confirms instantly once payment clears. You’ll need basic info for each guest (legal name, DOB, contact, dietary or medical needs).
🍻 And best of all — the Metal on Tap crew will be on board documenting the entire voyage, from the moment the gangplank drops to the final brutal breakdown. We’ll be cracking open more than just cold ones on this trip.
For all official info, full pricing tables and FAQs, head to www.hellboundcruise.com.au.
Prepare to Sail into the Abyss – October 2026
Brace yourself. In 2026, the metal world sets sail as HELLBOUND, Australia’s first dedicated heavy music cruise, launches from Sydney for an unforgettable three-night voyage. Promoted by Choose Your Cruise and Destroy All Lines, this floating festival fuses the best in Aussie metal and hard rock with the luxury of a high-seas holiday.
From Thursday 22 October to Sunday 25 October 2026, the Carnival Splendor will be transformed into a headbanger’s paradise, with over 3,000 fans on board, multiple stages, poolside performances, DJs, artist-hosted experiences and more – all with food, accommodation, and entertainment bundled in one all-inclusive ticket.
THE LINEUP: A WHO’S WHO OF HEAVY MUSIC
Headlining this historic maiden voyage will be none other than Australian metal juggernauts PARKWAY DRIVE, backed by:
- POLARIS
- NORTHLANE
- THE BUTTERFLY EFFECT
- MAKE THEM SUFFER
- IN HEARTS WAKE
Joining them in alphabetical order:
- BELLE HAVEN
- BLOOM
- CHEZ
- DIAMOND CONSTRUCT
- FUTURE STATIC
- OCEAN SLEEPER
- RELIQA
- THE BEAUTIFUL MONUMENT
- THE GLOOM IN THE CORNER
- TO THE GRAVE
- WINDWAKER
Plus: Taking Back Saturday DJs and stage host MANOV.
WHY THIS CRUISE IS A BIG DEAL
This isn’t just another music festival. HELLBOUND is a once-in-a-lifetime experience that combines:
- Non-stop live shows across multiple stages, including a custom-built main stage on the pool deck.
- Exclusive events: themed nights, artist Q&As, and surprise DJ sets.
- Luxury amenities: fitness centre, spa, dining, bars, and more.
- A floating metal city with three decks of action and zero moshpit FOMO.
Whether you’re headbanging till sunrise or sipping a cold one from the balcony, there’s something for every kind of metal fan onboard.
GET YOUR TICKETS
- Early Bird Pre-Sale: Monday 12 May @ 10am AEST
Sign up now: https://daltours.cc/Hellbound - General On-Sale: Thursday 15 May @ 10am AEST
Book via: www.hellboundcruise.com.au
THE VISIONARIES BEHIND HELLBOUND
“We’ve talked about launching a metal cruise for years… now it’s finally happening. With the help of Destroy All Lines and Parkway Drive, HELLBOUND will deliver an unforgettable experience.”
— Marius Els, CEO, Choose Your Cruise
“We’re always looking to raise the bar for fans, and HELLBOUND is going to be one for the ages. This is our biggest and boldest idea yet.”
— Chris O’Brien, Head Promoter, Destroy All Lines
THE SHIP: CARNIVAL SPLENDOR
Featuring everything from the Cloud 9 Spa and onboard fitness classes, to world-class dining and the ultimate pool deck stage setup, the Carnival Splendor is purpose-built to deliver a metal holiday like no other.
DON’T MISS THE BOAT
With a lineup this stacked and hype at an all-time high, cabins are expected to sell out fast. Whether you’re a diehard metalcore pit starter or just want to party hard with like-minded legends, this is the cruise of a lifetime.
HELLBOUND is where riffs meet the waves — and if you hear someone yelling “stout and proud” from the pool deck, it’s probably us.
Book early, pack black, and prepare for chaos at sea.
For full details, FAQ, and booking info:
www.hellboundcruise.com.au
