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| Day | Date | Port of Call | Arrival | Departure |
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| 1 | Sunday, October 25, 2026 | Brisbane, Australia | Embark | 4:00 PM |
Queensland's Capital city Brisbane, which boasts more than 280 sunny days annually, is situated in what's called the "sunshine state." Brisbane is renowned for its sophisticated museums and art galleries, gorgeous botanic gardens, premium shopping in the CBD and Moreton Bay. The city is traversed by the Brisbane River, which provides excellent access to the north and south via the public transport system and well-known CityCats. Admire the sights of the river city and explore the riverfront landmarks with the wind in your hair. Read more about Brisbane, Australia |
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| 2 | Monday, October 26, 2026 | At Sea | ||
| 3 | Tuesday, October 27, 2026 | Airlie Beach, Australia | 7:00 AM | 4:00 PM |
Airlie Beach, the gateway to the Great Barrier Reef, is the main hub for all Reef activities and access to the Whitsunday Islands. Experience stunning views by day and a vibrant nightlife. If you’re looking for a spot to relax then head to the Airlie Beach Lagoon to relax and unwind. Read more about Airlie Beach, Australia |
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| 4 | Wednesday, October 28, 2026 | Cairns, Australia | 9:30 AM | 5:30 PM |
Cairns is a Far North Queensland city located on the northeast coast of Australia. This laid-back city is just over a 2 hour flight from Brisbane, Queensland’s state capital. With a backdrop of rainforest mountains, Cairns is known to be the gateway of 2 iconic Australian sites, The Great Barrier Reef and the Wet Tropics Rainforest. Read more about Cairns, Australia |
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| 5 | Thursday, October 29, 2026 | Willis Island (scenic cruising), Australia | 10:00 AM | 11:00 AM |
Located beyond the Great Barrier Reef in the Coral Sea you will find Willis Island, the only permanently inhabited island in the Coral Sea Islands Territory. Willis Island is located approximately 450 kilometres east of Cairns, Queensland. Experience beautiful scenic cruising through the Island and duty-free purchases whilst on board any Australian departure. Read more about Willis Island (scenic cruising), Australia |
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| 6 | Friday, October 30, 2026 | At Sea | ||
| 7 | Saturday, October 31, 2026 | Brisbane, Australia | 7:00 AM | Disembark |
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Queensland's Capital city Brisbane, which boasts more than 280 sunny days annually, is situated in what's called the "sunshine state." Brisbane is renowned for its sophisticated museums and art galleries, gorgeous botanic gardens, premium shopping in the CBD and Moreton Bay. The city is traversed by the Brisbane River, which provides excellent access to the north and south via the public transport system and well-known CityCats. Admire the sights of the river city and explore the riverfront landmarks with the wind in your hair. Read more about Brisbane, Australia |
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Welcome aboard Carnival Encounter. Launching in early 2025, this 2,600-passenger vessel has already hosted many happy passengers as P&O’s Pacific Encounter. Designed for the local market, she caters perfectly to Aussie tastes. Stay tuned for Funship 2.0 enhancements to be made ahead of joining the Carnival fleet.
SV, SP, S8, S5, PB, PA, OS, GS, ME, MD, MB, MA, M1
Fresh air and far out views are all part of the furniture in these rooms. Equipped with everything you need to enjoy while you're at sea, it's nice to know there's a cosy, clean sanctuary with your name on it. Twin single beds that convert into a queen bed. Quad rooms feature a double sofa bed. Some rooms can accommodate up to 3 adults / children.
BF, BE, BD, BC, BB, BA, B2, BI
Open your doors and let the outside in! Make the most of your time at sea with your own private Balcony Room, 's the best way to enjoy all the comfort of our onboard rooms and all the beauty of living on the ocean. Twin single beds that convert into a queen bed. Some rooms can accommodate up to 3-4 adults / children.
OF, OC, OW, OY, OV, OP, OI
Oceanview rooms feature a window or porthole so you won't miss a single ocean view. It's nice to know there's a cosy, clean sanctuary with your name on it, equipped with everything you need. Twin rooms feature twin beds which can convert into a queen bed. Quad rooms feature two lower and two upper (bunk) beds. Some rooms can accommodate up to 3-4 adults / children.
II, IF, IE, ID, IC, IB, IA
Wake up with your loved ones! Equipped with everything you need, it's the prefect sanctuary after a full day of adventure on deck and ashore. Twin rooms feature twin beds which can convert into a queen bed. Quad rooms feature two lower and two upper (bunk) beds. Some rooms can accommodate up to 3-4 adults / children.
Rooms are smaller than the average for room grade
Third or Fourth berth available
Third berth available
Wheelchair accessible 
Room with Porthole
Fixed queen-bed, cannot be converted to twin beds
Interconnecting rooms 
Obstructed View
Public toilet
Room does not have a bathtub
Two berth (OZ grade: One lower, one Upper berth)
Two fixed lower beds. Cannot be converted to a queen-size bed
Carnival introduces Carnival Encounter and Carnival Adventure!
Carnival Adventure and Carnival Encounter join the fleet in March 2025• Sailings from 29 March 2025 are now able to be booked and accessed.• Sailings from 1 April to 17 May 2025 are due to booked & accessible again from 24 March 2025.• Sailings from 19 May 2025 to 10 February 2026 are due to booked & accessible again from 31 March 2025.• Sailings from 20 February 2026 to 3 July 2027 are due to booked & accessible again from 7 April 2025.
Offer ends 10 April 2025. Terms & Conditions apply.
Hold a cabin or view live cabin availability aboard Carnival Encounter for this sailing
Speak to our team about your travel plans or book over the phone today!
1800 121 187
Cruiseline: Carnival Cruise Line Ship: Carnival Encounter Departure: Sunday, October 25, 2026 Nights: 6 nights Departs: Brisbane Returns: Brisbane
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Monday - Friday | 8am to 5pm
Saturday | 8am to 4pm
Sunday | Closed
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