Queensland coast cruising from Adelaide

19 days and 18 nights

Starts/ends Adelaide

26 October 2023

RAA members receive bonus onboard credit per stateroom

All meals onboard Grand Princess excluding specialty dining (surcharges apply)

Book by 28 February 2022

What to expect

Australia is teeming with vast treasures. Indulge in seasonal delicacies and fine wines. Snorkel among technicolour fish. Explore the Great Barrier Reef from Airlie Beach, Cairns and Port Douglas. With a stops in Port Douglas and an overnight in Cairns you have three days to explore an experience the best that tropical north Queensland has to offer!

Embark on an 18-day roundtrip cruise from Adelaide to a bevy of ports dotted along Australia’s east coast. Cruising onboard Grand Princess, experience eight ports in 18 magical days.

Sailing from Outer Harbour in Adelaide, enjoy a whole day at sea to relax and explore Grand Princess.

Our first port of call is Melbourne. Bordered by the picturesque Dandenong Ranges, Melbourne sits on the Yarra River at the top of Port Phillip Bay. Consider hopping on one of the many Melbourne trams to explore other parts of the city such as St Kilda. In this idyllic beach suburb, you will find Acland Street with its great mix of mouth-watering cake shops, cafes, and boutiques. Culture vultures will love the Art Gallery of Victoria, and wine lovers will adore the Yarra Valley.

There is no harbour finer to sail into than Sydney Harbour. Enjoy a day to explore the Harbour City, before continuing to Newcastle. Gateway to the Hunter Valley wine region, sunny-natured Newcastle is anchored in indigenous and convict history. Surfing beaches, sea pools, a coastal fort and groovy bars ring Newcastle’s harbour, whilst restaurants, microbreweries, boutiques and museums vie for your attention.

Located in the Whitsundays region, the coastal town of Airlie Beach is a holiday playground. Year-round tropical weather, palm-fringed beaches, al fresco dining, waterfront parks, markets and boutique shopping make Airlie Beach an ideal choice. Nearby, you’ll find waterfalls and tropical rainforests at Conway National Park and blonde sand and aqua blue waters at iconic Whitehaven Beach.

Surrounded on three sides by lush, tropical rainforest, Cairns is the perfect launchpad for shore excursions to the Great Barrier Reef and Kuranda aboard the railway of the same name. With a day in Cairns and a day at Port Douglas, you’ll have plenty of time to enjoy a shore excursion and explore Cairns and Port Douglas. The bustling seaside town of Port Douglas is your gateway to not only the Great Barrier Reef but the ancient Daintree Rainforest.

The Daintree covers an area of 1200 square kilometres and is the largest tropical rainforest in Australia. The creeping vines and emerald canopy have evolved over 130 million years. Marvel at Mossman Gorge or board a crocodile cruise. Try your hand at spearfishing or embark on a guided walk with an Aboriginal custodian. There are so many options.

At Willis Island, discover a patch of land that measures a mere 1,600 feet in length. From the deck of Carnival Splendor, witness the thousands of seabirds such as boobies, wedge-tailed shearwaters, and sooty terns. Other highlights include a nearby coral reef and turtle nesting ground.

Enjoy a visit to Brisbane, and a further stop in Melbourne, interspersed with further days at sea, before cruising back to Outer Harbour in Adelaide.

On Grand Princess, expect the extraordinary as you step aboard and discover the captivating possibilities, all true to her name. Awarded the 'Best Cruise Line' for food lovers by Food & Wine Magazine, there are plenty of dining options from which to select. Onboard, relax at The Sanctuary, a tranquil haven reserved for adults, enjoy Movies Under the Stars® poolside or see an award-winning Broadway-style production show in the Princess Theatre. Relax with a drink in one of the many bars and lounges. Indulge your appetite whenever you wish on board Princess®. Princess offers unparalleled inclusive dining options throughout the ship with a wide range of culinary delights to suit any palate. Enjoy a la carte specialities in the Michelangelo, Botticelli or Da Vinci Dining Rooms, pizza and Italian cuisine at Alfredo’s, an amazing smorgasbord of choice at Horizon Court, burgers and dogs at the Salty Dog Grill, ice cream cones at Coffee & Cones, plus 24-hour room service. Specialty restaurants include Sabatini’s Italian Trattoria, Crown Grill, Chef’s Table Experience and Vines Wine Bar. Shoppers will love the Shops of Princess, and active types will love the freshwater pools, hot tubs, Princess Links, and sports court.

What you'll love

Beautiful beaches

Outdoor activities

Stunning landscapes and sights

Perfect for

All traveller types

Minimal steps

Wheelchair accessible

What's included

18 night cruise onboard Grand Princess from Adelaide return
Visit Melbourne, Sydney, Newcastle, Willis Island (cruise by), Cairns (overnight), Airlie Beach and Brisbane
Free AUD$200 onboard credit per stateroom^{^}
Free stateroom location upgrade⁺
Free specialty dining voucher for two^#
RAA members receive an additional AUD$85 onboard credit per stateroom^{^} plus book before 31 January 2022 and receive an additional AUD$100 onboard credit per stateroom^{^}

Your itinerary

Days 1 to 5

Adelaide to Sydney

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Days 6 to 11

Newcastle to Cairns

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Days 12 to 19

Willis Island to Adelaide

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Day 12 Willis Island

Scenic cruising 9am-10am

This tiny island measures in at just 1,600 feet long by 490 feet wide, though it is the only permanently inhabited island in the Coral Sea Islands Territory. You won't find any neighbourhoods, schools or homes here, however. The only structures on Willis Island comprise a weather monitoring station hosted by the Australian Bureau of Meteorology, where just a handful of weather observers reside at any given time.

Willis Island is one of several tropical islands sitting beyond the Great Barrier Reef in the Coral Sea Islands Territory, and is surrounded by thriving reefs where many creatures make their homes. Numbering into the thousands, Willis Island itself caters to many species of seabirds, including Masked, Brown and Red-footed Boobies that cry out nearly 24 hours a day. It is also an important nesting ground for turtles.

Note: Willis Island is a scenic cruising site. Ships will slowly travel past while a knowledgeable port lecturer points out significant sites you'll be able to see from onboard.

Day 13 At Sea

Day 14 Brisbane

Arrive 7am, Depart 5pm

Once considered the "country cousin" among Australian cities, Brisbane is today the nation's third-largest metropolis - and one of the most desirable places to live in the country. Lying on the banks of the meandering Brisbane River, this cosmopolitan city boasts elegant 19th-century sandstone buildings, a lively cultural scene and superb parklands. Brisbane is also your gateway to uniquely Australian adventures, be it the theme parks of the Gold Coast or Queensland's dazzling beaches.

Days 15-16 At Sea

Day 17 Melbourne

Arrive 7am, Depart 5pm

Victoria may be Australia's smallest continental state, but Melbourne, its capital, is big on everything. With a population of 4.25 million people living in 59 separately named communities within 715 square miles, Melbourne is a sprawling city offering culture, art, fashion and friendly, sports-minded Australians. In the heart of Melbourne, you'll find hotels, shops, restaurants and theatres. Originally part of New South Wales, Victoria became a colony in its own right in 1851. The discovery of gold propelled Melbourne's growth to prominence and prosperity.

Day 18 At Sea

Day 19 Adelaide

Arrive 7am

Where you'll be

Queensland coast cruise

Options and details

Upgrades:

Oceanview staterooms from $3,599 per person twin share*
Balcony staterooms from $4,119 per person twin share*

Princess Plus Fares

Upgrade to include a premium beverage package and wi-fi on your cruise^~

Upgrades start from $40 per person per day
Past Princess guests enjoy a 25% saving on Princess Plus fares with upgrades starting from $30 per person per day until 28 February 2022.

Terms and conditions

*Fares are per person, in AUD, in complete twin accommodation based on the lead category for each stateroom type at time of publication, inclusive of all discounts, taxes, fees and port expenses (which are subject to change). Campaign commences 17 December 2021 and ends 28 February 2022. Supplements apply for other stateroom categories. Fares based on specific departure dates only. Higher fares may apply to other departure dates. Princess Cruises has set aside a reasonable number of staterooms which are available at these fares. Once these staterooms are sold, fares may vary. Valid for new bookings and not combinable with any other offer.

All offers are subject to availability. Some oceanview staterooms have obstructed views. Princess Saver fare is the cruise fare only without any inclusions. ^~Princess Plus fare is valid for the first two guests in the stateroom when booking select cruises sailing 5 nights or longer. Princess Plus fare includes the cruise fare packaged with the Premier Beverage Package and Wi-fi, valued at $102pp per day. Premier Beverage Package applies to the first 2 guests in the stateroom when aged 18 years or over (21 years on some international voyages). Exclusions apply, see princess.com/drinks for full details. Service of alcohol is always subject to Princess Cruises RSA Policies. Guests under legal drinking age will receive the Premier Coffee & Soda package. Wi-Fi: Unlimited MedallionNet package applies, which is limited to 1 device per passenger. For full conditions including usage limitations, see https://www.princess.com/ships-and-experience/ocean-medallion/medallionnet/. All internet usage is subject to Princess Cruises’ standard policies, which may limit browsing of sites due to network security and bandwidth usage. Applications that use high bandwidth may be blocked and offerings subject to change with or without notice. Princess Plus fare does not apply by default to 3rd and 4th guests, they can choose to opt into the fare. ^{^}Onboard spending money is per stateroom and is applied to the first 2 passengers in a stateroom. World Cruise and Round Australia itineraries are not eligible for the OBC offer. Amount varies by voyage length as specified up to $200 per stateroom, refer to table on inside front cover for details. Onboard spending money expires at the conclusion of your cruise, is not transferable, non-refundable, not redeemable for cash and cannot be used at the medical centre or casino. ^#Specialty dining voucher offer allocated one per stateroom. Where applicable, guests receive a complimentary dinner for two in one of our onboard specialty restaurants. Restaurants vary by ship. A voucher will be delivered to your stateroom and is redeemable with the Maitre d’ at time of dining. Restaurant and reservation time will be assigned by Princess Cruises. The offer does not apply to special dining events or packages that take place in specialty restaurants. Beverages are not included and are available at an additional cost. Dining Crew Appreciations are included. It will be at the guest’s discretion as to which guests in the booking redeem the offer. Specialty dining voucher is non-transferable and is not redeemable for cash. Princess reserves the right to substitute for onboard spending money of equal value which will expire if not used by 10:00 PM on the last evening of the cruise. ⁺Stateroom location upgrade is valid on interior, oceanview, balcony, deluxe balcony, and mini-suite stateroom bookings only. Guest must book the desired grade at the time of booking. Offer excludes Club Class Mini- Suites and Suites. Offer does not apply to land portion of land & sea holidays. Accommodation prior to embarkation and after disembarking the cruise and transfers between the airport, hotel and cruise terminal are at passenger’s own expense. Charges apply for shore excursions and specialty dining. To be read in conjunction with the Passage Contract available at princess.com/legal/passage_contract which passengers will be bound by. Princess are currently assessing enhanced health and safety protocols, in light of COVID-19 and how they may impact our future offerings. Our actual offerings may vary from what is displayed in this flyer. Stay updated on current Travel Advisories and Health & Safety protocols at princess.com. PAST GUEST OFFER: Cost to upgrade from Princess Savers to Princess Plus is discounted for Past Guests only to $30pp per day, which is 25% off the retail fare of $40pp per day. For full terms and conditions please speak to a travel expert at RAA.

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Frequently asked questions

What fitness level will be needed?

This trip is: Moderate

Leisurely pace with increased walking on uneven ground and cobblestone surfaces, climbing and descending stairs, plus standing for a reasonable length of time in museums or at points of interest. You must be able to get on/off transportation unassisted, manage distances at airports and railway stations without assistance, and handle your luggage as required. Please note: Whilst most cruises (apart from active expedition cruises) feature moderate activity, many smaller ships and river cruise ships have extensive stairways and no elevators. Ask your RAA Travel sales consultant for up-to-date information on river or ocean cruise ship accessibility. Please carefully consider your ability to meet the physical demands of the tour.

Trip code: PRIN294

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Overview

Queensland coast cruising from Adelaide

What to expect

What you'll love

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Your itinerary

Days 1 to 5

Days 6 to 11

Days 12 to 19

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