1 |
Sunday, November 17, 2024 |
Sydney, Australia |
Embark |
5:00 PM |
Situated on Australia's east coast is Sydney, the capital city of New South Wales. Cruising guests have the privilege when departing Sydney ports to view the iconic and famous Sydney Opera House and the Sydney Harbour Bridge while leaving Sydney Harbour. In 1973, the Opera House completed construction and is the most popular building in Australia and one of the most famous in the world. Read more about Sydney, Australia
|
2 |
Monday, November 18, 2024 |
Newcastle (New South |
|
|
3 |
Tuesday, November 19, 2024 |
At Sea |
|
|
4 |
Wednesday, November 20, 2024 |
Brisbane, Australia |
8:00 AM |
5:00 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
|
5 |
Thursday, November 21, 2024 |
At Sea |
|
|
6 |
Friday, November 22, 2024 |
Airlie Beach, Australia |
8:00 AM |
5:00 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
|
7 |
Saturday, November 23, 2024 |
At Sea |
|
|
8 |
Sunday, November 24, 2024 |
Cairns, Australia |
8:00 AM |
6:00 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
|
9 |
Monday, November 25, 2024 |
At Sea (Great Barrie |
|
|
9 |
Monday, November 25, 2024 |
Ribbon Reef 5, Australia |
|
|
The Ribbon Reefs is a system of 10 large reefs in the Coral Sea, stretching over 100 km along the edge of and parallel to Australia's eastern continental shelf. Each reef is separated by a deep water channel. Located about 110 km to 190 km NE of Cairns and Port Douglas, they lie beyond the reach of day boats. Read more about Ribbon Reef 5, Australia
|
10 |
Tuesday, November 26, 2024 |
At Sea (Great Barrie |
|
|
10 |
Tuesday, November 26, 2024 |
The Far North Region |
|
|
10 |
Tuesday, November 26, 2024 |
Scenic Cruising Torr |
|
|
11 |
Wednesday, November 27, 2024 |
At Sea |
|
|
12 |
Thursday, November 28, 2024 |
Darwin, Australia |
7:00 AM |
4:00 PM |
The new Darwin cruise ship terminal at Fort Hill Wharf is adjacent to the convention centre, only one kilometre from Darwin’s CBD. Modern amenities, hotels and parking are there, plus a mini-market with beautiful local productions – Aboriginal art and crafts, diamonds and opals, and eateries, distinctive of the Top End. Darwin is a home port for the small luxury vessels Coral Princess and Coral Discoverer that explore the Kimberley coast to Broome. Read more about Darwin, Australia
|
13 |
Friday, November 29, 2024 |
At Sea |
|
|
14 |
Saturday, November 30, 2024 |
Komodo Island, Indonesia |
8:00 AM |
4:00 PM |
Komodo Island may be closed to visitors throughout 2020, following which numbers may be limited to 5000 annually. The decision will be made in mid 2019. Komodo Island lies in the Wallacea Region of Indonesia, identified by Conservation International as a global conservation priority area, and is located in the centre of the Indonesian archipelago between the islands of Sumbawa to the west and Flores to the east. Read more about Komodo Island, Indonesia
|
15 |
Sunday, December 1, 2024 |
Denpasar (Bali), Indonesia |
8:00 AM |
5:00 PM |
Bali is an Indonesian island at the western-most of the Lesser Sunda Islands, lying between Java to the west and Lombok to the east. It is one of Indonesia’s 33 provinces, with the provincial capital at Denpasar towards the south of the island. Bali is home to the most of Indonesia's Hindu minority, and also the largest tourist destination in the Archipelago. Read more about Denpasar (Bali), Indonesia
|
16 |
Monday, December 2, 2024 |
At Sea |
|
|
17 |
Tuesday, December 3, 2024 |
Broome, Australia |
10:00 AM |
7:00 PM |
Broome, situated on a peninsula in the Kimberley region of Western Australia, is known as the ‘pearl of the north’ due to its being the home of the South Sea pearls, among the largest commercially harvested cultured pearls in the world. In the 1800s Broome attracted pearl divers from Japan, Malaysia and the Philippines, resulting in the delightful multicultural town it is today. Visitors can witness first-hand how Broome pearls are cultured on a cruise to a local pearl farm, and hear the romantic stories of the original pearl luggers. Read more about Broome, Australia
|
18 |
Wednesday, December 4, 2024 |
At Sea |
|
|
19 |
Thursday, December 5, 2024 |
Exmouth, Australia |
8:00 AM |
5:00 PM |
Exmouth is a small resort town situated just north of the Tropic of Capricorn, 1100km north of Perth in Western Australia. The location was a WWII military base, and the town was established in 1967 to support the nearby US Naval Communication Station. Some structures are still used by the Australian navy. Read more about Exmouth, Australia
|
20 |
Friday, December 6, 2024 |
At Sea |
|
|
21 |
Saturday, December 7, 2024 |
Geraldton, Australia |
8:00 AM |
5:00 PM |
Geraldton, located about 450 km north of Perth, boasts a beautiful coastline overlooking the Indian Ocean and rolling hills and breakaway ranges inland. The Chapman and Greenough Rivers frame the city to the north and south. This superb positioning, year-round sunny climate, combined with the friendly feel of a modern country town, makes for an enjoyable visit. Read more about Geraldton, Australia
|
22 |
Sunday, December 8, 2024 |
Fremantle, Australia |
8:00 AM |
|
When booking cruises from Fremantle, Perth, there is only one main cruise terminal, built in 1962 the Victoria Quay Cruise Terminal at Fremantle is where all cruises from Fremantle will depart. Fremantle is a day-out destination with historic buildings, eateries, tourist attractions and ferries up the Swan River to the City, and off-shore to Rottnest Island. Cars can set-down passengers and find long-term parking nearby. Read more about Fremantle, Australia
|
23 |
Monday, December 9, 2024 |
Fremantle, Australia |
|
1:00 PM |
When booking cruises from Fremantle, Perth, there is only one main cruise terminal, built in 1962 the Victoria Quay Cruise Terminal at Fremantle is where all cruises from Fremantle will depart. Fremantle is a day-out destination with historic buildings, eateries, tourist attractions and ferries up the Swan River to the City, and off-shore to Rottnest Island. Cars can set-down passengers and find long-term parking nearby. Read more about Fremantle, Australia
|
24 |
Tuesday, December 10, 2024 |
Albany, Australia |
11:00 AM |
6:00 PM |
Albany is situated on the south coast of Western Australia's tourist region. It faces the Southern Ocean and is on the shores of King George Sound and Princess Royal Harbour. Being the site of the first European settlement, much of their legacy remains today with around 50 colonial buildings standing proudly as museums, galleries and restaurants. Read more about Albany, Australia
|
25 |
Wednesday, December 11, 2024 |
At Sea |
|
|
26 |
Thursday, December 12, 2024 |
At Sea |
|
|
27 |
Friday, December 13, 2024 |
Kangaroo Island, Australia |
8:00 AM |
7:00 PM |
Cruise ships anchor off the town of Penneshaw and tender to the jetty. Kangaroo Island, named by Matthew Flinders in 1802, is Australia's third largest island. Situated 112 km SW of Adelaide, it is a pristine untamed wilderness where the koalas aren't being cuddled, they're relaxing at home in native trees. Read more about Kangaroo Island, Australia
|
28 |
Saturday, December 14, 2024 |
Adelaide, Australia |
7:00 AM |
6:00 PM |
When booking cruises from Adelaide there is only one main cruise terminal, Port Adelaide Cruise Terminal where all cruises from Adelaide will depart. Adelaide is the capital of South Australia and is an architecturally-planned city, set beside the River Torrens between the Adelaide Hills and Gulf St Vincent. The wine and festival capital of Australia, Adelaide offers the convenience of a big city without the frustrations. Read more about Adelaide, Australia
|
29 |
Sunday, December 15, 2024 |
Port Lincoln, Australia |
8:00 AM |
6:00 PM |
Port Lincoln is a city of 16,000 situated on Boston Bay which opens into Spencer Gulf, at the southern extremity of the Eyre Peninsula in South Australia. It lies 270 km due west of the State capital Adelaide. The waters are fished for southern bluefin tuna and sardines, and are home to Australia’s largest commercial fishing fleet. Read more about Port Lincoln, Australia
|
30 |
Monday, December 16, 2024 |
At Sea |
|
|
31 |
Tuesday, December 17, 2024 |
Melbourne, Australia |
8:00 AM |
5:00 PM |
Melbourne, the capital of Victoria, is also known as the cultural, culinary, and sporting capital of Australia. Set on the Yarra River, the city is home to world-class sporting facilities, museums, galleries and theatres and many revered restaurants. The Central Business District (CBD) has become renowned for its tiny laneways, boutique shopping, street art, and impeccable barista-made coffee. Read more about Melbourne, Australia
|
32 |
Wednesday, December 18, 2024 |
At Sea |
|
|
33 |
Thursday, December 19, 2024 |
Hobart, Australia |
8:00 AM |
|
Hobart is the capital of Australia’s island state of Tasmania. Tasmania is located at the southernmost part of Australia. Hobart was founded in 1803, making it the 2nd oldest city in the country, after Sydney, New South Wales and was first established as a penal colony for British convicts. Read more about Hobart, Australia
|
34 |
Friday, December 20, 2024 |
Hobart, Australia |
|
6:00 AM |
Hobart is the capital of Australia’s island state of Tasmania. Tasmania is located at the southernmost part of Australia. Hobart was founded in 1803, making it the 2nd oldest city in the country, after Sydney, New South Wales and was first established as a penal colony for British convicts. Read more about Hobart, Australia
|
34 |
Friday, December 20, 2024 |
Port Arthur, Australia |
10:00 AM |
6:00 PM |
Port Arthur, among the most significant convict era sites in the world, is included in the UNESCO World Heritage register. It is located about 60 km SE of the state capital Hobart on the Tasman Peninsula. It enjoys a temperate climate (13 to 22 deg.C.) with refreshingly cool southern air. Read more about Port Arthur, Australia
|
35 |
Saturday, December 21, 2024 |
At Sea |
|
|
36 |
Sunday, December 22, 2024 |
Sydney, Australia |
7:00 AM |
Disembark |
Situated on Australia's east coast is Sydney, the capital city of New South Wales. Cruising guests have the privilege when departing Sydney ports to view the iconic and famous Sydney Opera House and the Sydney Harbour Bridge while leaving Sydney Harbour. In 1973, the Opera House completed construction and is the most popular building in Australia and one of the most famous in the world. Read more about Sydney, Australia
|