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| 1 | Wednesday, January 19, 2022 | Cairns, Australia | Embark | 6:00 PM |
Whether you're snorkeling or diving on the Great Barrier Reef or exploring the luscious Daintree Rainforest, Cairns is a great base for you to start your tropical north Queensland adventure. The Cairns esplanade is the main hub with a host of lovely cafes and restaurants, waterfront boardwalks and also a swimming lagoon. A perfect meeting spot if you're catching up with family or friends. Head out on a day trip to the Great Barrier Reef which departs from Cairns. Read more about Cairns, Australia |
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| 2 | Thursday, January 20, 2022 | Day At Sea | ||
| 3 | Friday, January 21, 2022 | Airlie Beach, Australia | 10:00 AM | 6:00 PM |
Whether you’re Stand Up Paddle Boarding to take in a different view of Airlie Beach or visiting the must-see Whitehaven Beach full of white sand and crystal-clear water, Airlie Beach experiences temperatures of 23 – 30 degrees all year round. June through August is the best time of year for spotting humpback whales up close as they migrate through the Whitsundays. Read more about Airlie Beach, Australia |
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| 4 | Saturday, January 22, 2022 | Day At Sea | ||
| 5 | Sunday, January 23, 2022 | Brisbane, Australia | 8:00 AM | 11:00 PM |
For those with a little more time to spend in and around Brisbane, Head down south to the Gold Coast - only an hour away - where you can experience the iconic Surfers Paradise main beach, shop at the unmissable Pacific Fair, hold a koala and pat a kangaroo at the nearby Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary or hop on the AquaDuck for a family fun tour of the Gold Coast. Heading north-west from Brisbane, you will come across the picturesque Maleny and Montville. These towns are perfect for a day-trip or a couple of nights located high on the Blackall Range, with magnificent views of the Sunshine Coast. They are home to lovely cafes and restaurants, once-off boutique purchases and art galleries. Read more about Brisbane, Australia |
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| 6 | Monday, January 24, 2022 | Day At Sea | ||
| 7 | Tuesday, January 25, 2022 | Newcastle, Australia | 8:00 AM | 5:00 PM |
A top-ten city in Lonely Planet's 'Best in Travel 2011' guide, Newcastle, surrounded by eight beaches, is situated 162 km N of Sydney at the mouth of the Hunter River. Presently the largest coal exporting harbour in the world, it is also an elegant and attractive city, full of historic buildings and interesting walks. Make sure you take note of the Historic Markers in the CBD as they are integral to the many walks that take you to fascinating places. These include the oldest theatre district in Australia, the Former Police Station that has been beautifully restored, the Coal Mining Monument that was once hit by shells from a Japanese submarine, and the lighthouse on the artificial promontory. Read more about Newcastle, Australia |
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| 8 | Wednesday, January 26, 2022 | Day At Sea | ||
| 9 | Thursday, January 27, 2022 | Hobart, Australia | 1:00 PM | |
Take a stroll along the waterfront and enjoy the view of the river lined with sailing boats, whilst admiring the sandstone architecture warehouses throughout the city centre. Make your way through the iconic and most visited Salamanca market which operates every Saturday showcasing Tasmania’s local artisans, designers and producers. Heading west of the city centre, Mount Wellington is a spectacular site to visit and one not to be missed! Take a tour or a scenic drive up to the summit and stroll along historic walking trails. Read more about Hobart, Australia |
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| 10 | Friday, January 28, 2022 | Hobart, Australia | 11:00 PM | |
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Take a stroll along the waterfront and enjoy the view of the river lined with sailing boats, whilst admiring the sandstone architecture warehouses throughout the city centre. Make your way through the iconic and most visited Salamanca market which operates every Saturday showcasing Tasmania’s local artisans, designers and producers. Heading west of the city centre, Mount Wellington is a spectacular site to visit and one not to be missed! Take a tour or a scenic drive up to the summit and stroll along historic walking trails. Read more about Hobart, Australia |
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| 11 | Saturday, January 29, 2022 | Port Arthur, Australia | 8:00 AM | 3:00 PM |
Take time to experience the scenery, the stunning and almost deserted beaches, bush walking trails and sea cliffs of the area. The most famous destination is the Historic Site where visitors may take a guided tour to Point Puer, the site of the first boys' reformatory in the British Empire. Here they were given some basic education and taught trade skills. Another museum shows written records, tools, clothing and other curiosities from convict times. Read more about Port Arthur, Australia |
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| 12 | Sunday, January 30, 2022 | Phillip Island, Australia | 4:00 PM | 11:00 PM |
Phillip Island is approximately 140 km SE of Melbourne, joined to the mainland by bridge, and is the home of the world famous Penguin Parade that can be viewed each evening at dusk when the fairy penguins stroll up the beach to their burrows. There's a great range of activities to enjoy that include surfing, snorkelling, and swimming in summer, kayaking, jet skiing, aqua biking and yachting. Add to this: bush walking on the many tracks and enjoying the many parks; bird watching; pelican feeding; and don’t miss out of visiting some of the wineries. But Phillip Island is synonymous with the Australian Motorcycle Grand Prix held annually in October. Read more about Phillip Island, Australia |
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| 13 | Monday, January 31, 2022 | Geelong, Australia | 10:00 AM | 11:00 PM |
Geelong is a port city located on Corio Bay and the Barwon River in the Australian state of Victoria. Cruise ships berth here at Cunningham Pier, an hour’s drive from the Melbourne CBD. Geelong was first settled when gold was discovered at nearby Ballarat in 1851. With a stable temperate climate offering four distinct seasons, it quickly grew to the modern city it is today. Read more about Geelong, Australia |
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| 14 | Tuesday, February 1, 2022 | Melbourne, Australia | 7:00 AM | 5:00 PM |
For those with a little more time to spend in Melbourne, there are many easy day trips to enjoy beyond the city limits by guided tour or with a hire car. Not even an hour from Melbourne, you’ll find Australia’s best-preserved steam train Puffing Billy - the historic railway puffs through the leafy Dandenong Ranges. The Mornington Peninsula offers first-rate wineries, local cuisine, and both bay and ocean beaches. To get up close with native fauna, a trip to Healesville Sanctuary will give you a fix - the beautiful, bushland-set sanctuary gives you the chance to cosy up with koalas, kangaroos and wombats as well as lesser-known Australian animals. Read more about Melbourne, Australia |
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| 15 | Wednesday, February 2, 2022 | Day At Sea | ||
| 16 | Thursday, February 3, 2022 | Sydney, Australia | 6:30 AM | Disembark |
Getting around Sydney is easy and accessible. You can jump on a train from Sydney airport to Circular Quay in approx.18 minutes, ride the hop on hop off bus around the city that offers multiple stops including Sydney Tower, Botanic Gardens, Australian Powerhouse and Maritime Museums, Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge or the Bondi bus. If travelling on the water is more your style, catch a ferry to visit Sydney’s amusement park, Luna Park, visit the buzzing Manly Beach wharf which is linked to the Corso mall or cruise west of the city to join a Haunted History, Crooked Character or Convict Precinct tour at UNESCO’s World Heritage Site, Cockatoo Island. The best times to visit Sydney are September through November and from March to May as they offer the most comfortable temperatures, around mid 20°C. Read more about Sydney, Australia |
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Carrying just 388 guests and almost as many crew members, what can you expect onboard? Butler service, casual attire and open-seated dining, genuine hospitality, and all-inclusive service are some of the pleasures you can expect. On shore your fare includes hosted adventures lead by scientists and destination experts.
VI
Dimensions: 287 sq ft / 27 m2.A quiet sanctuary. The sitting area of the Vista Suite has plenty of room to relax. Large picture windows frame panoramic ocean views. The perfect backdrop for breakfast in bed. Large picture window providing panoramic ocean views. Sitting area. Twin beds or queen-sized bed. Marbled bathroom with double vanity, separate shower, and full-sized bathtub. Walk-in wardrobe with personal safe. Direct-dial telephone. Refrigerator and bar setup, stocked with your preferences. Pillow menu. Plush bathrobe and slippers. Luxury bath amenities. Vanity table(s) with a hairdryer. Writing desk(s) with personalized stationery. Flat-screen TV(s). Champagne on arrival.
SV, TS, DX, CV, B4, B3, B2, B1
Dimensions: 345 ft² / 32 m² including verand. Located on the upper deck, and offering spectacular sunset views, the Superior Veranda Suite has all the comforts and luxury that you can expect aboard. A comfortable living space, attention to detail and a generous expanse of amenities, this stunning suite makes for a cozy home while on the seas. But perhaps this suite’s finest asset lies just outside, as floor-to-ceiling glass doors open onto a private veranda, making every sunset feel as if it is yours alone. Sitting area. Veranda with patio furniture and floor-to-ceiling glass doors. Twin beds or queen-sized bed. Marbled bathroom with double vanity, separate shower and full-sized bathtub. Walk-in wardrobe with personal safe. Direct-dial telephone(s). Refrigerator and bar setup, stocked with your preferences. Pillow menu. Plush bathrobe and slippers. Luxury bath amenities. Vanity table(s) with a hairdryer. Writing desk(s) with personalized stationery. Flat-screen TV(s). Champagne on arrival.
SL, ME
Dimensions: 653–701 sq ft / 60–65m2 including veranda (110–123 sq ft / 10–11m) Stylish and sophisticated. Separate dining and living rooms. Larger verandas. Situated midship. Perfection in design for comfortable living. Silver Suites accommodate three guests. Veranda with patio furniture and floor-to-ceiling glass doors. Living room (with convertible sofa to accommodate an additional guest). Sitting area. Separate dining area. Twin beds or queen-sized bed. Marbled bathroom with double vanity, full-sized bath, and separate shower. Walk-in wardrobe with personal safe. Bang & Olufsen audio system. Illy Espresso Machine. Direct-dial telephone(s). Refrigerator and bar setup, stocked with your preferences. Pillow menu. Plush bathrobe and slippers. Luxury bath amenities. Vanity table(s) with a hairdryer. Writing desk(s) with personalized stationery. Unlimited Premium Wifi. Flat-screen TV(s). Daily canape service. Dinner at the officer's table. Complimentary interactive mobile content. Complimentary Laundry, pressing & wet cleaning. Sparkling wine served with the special chocolate welcome and a bowl of fruits. Champagne on arrival and a bowl of fruits.
O2, O1, R2, R1, G2, G1
One bedroom: 919 ft² / 85 m² including veranda. Two bedroom: 1,264 ft² / 117 m² including veranda. The name Owner's Suite says it all. A stylish apartment. Prestigious and classic. For those who seek the superlative level of space, comfort, and service on board. Available as a one-bedroom configuration or as two-bedrooms (as illustrated) by adjoining with a Vista Suite. Large veranda with patio furniture and floor-to-ceiling glass doors. Two-bedroom have an additional large picture window. Living room with sitting area. Two-bedroom have an additional sitting area. Separate dining area and bar. Twin beds or queen-sized bed. Two-bedroom has additional twin beds or queen-sized bed. Marbled bathrooms with double vanity, separate shower and full-sized whirlpool tub, plus a powder room. Two-bedroom have an additional marbled bathroom with a full-sized bath. Walk-in wardrobe(s) with personal safe. Bang & Olufsen audio system. Illy Espresso machine. Direct-dial telephone(s). Refrigerator and bar setup, stocked with your preferences. Pillow menu. Plush bathrobe and slippers. Luxury bath amenities. Vanity table(s) with a hairdryer. Writing desk(s) with personalized stationery. Unlimited Premium Wifi. Flat-screen TV(s). Complimentary Laundry, pressing & wet cleaning. Daily canape service. Dinner at the officer's table. Sparkling wine served with a special chocolate welcome and a bowl of fruits. Champagne on arrival and fruit stand.
3rd guest Capacity
Bathtub & separate shower
Bathtub/shower Combination
fixed Queen beds
Handicap suites 
Connecting Staterooms
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