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Celebrity Cruises 11-Night Great Barrier Reef: Sydney Return
Operated by Celebrity Cruises
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Overview
Destination:
Queensland (QLD),
Start:Sydney, Australia
Finish:Sydney, Australia
Finish:Sydney, Australia
Duration:12 days
Ship:
Celebrity Edge
Travel Period
January 2025 - January 2025
This coming summer, sail to the pristine Whitsundays and Tropical North Queensland on an unforgettable Great Barrier Reef cruise onboard Celebrity Edge. Commencing in Airlie Beach, your gateway to the Whitsunday Islands, explore wonders like the world-famous Whitehaven Beach before heading north to Cairns for a two-night stay – experience relaxation bliss at the secluded Yorkey's Knob, visit the stunning Palm Cove or discover Cairns City.
Next, we head further north into the coastal village of Port Douglas. With two full days and overnight stays, there is plenty of time to see the incredible Reef at your leisure, walk the world's oldest tropical rain forest – the breathtaking Daintree, plus discover other iconic destinations with shore excursions*. On board Celebrity Edge, sea days are filled with great food, entertainment and endless places to relax.
*Shore excursions are at an additional cost.
Please note:
- Price is based per person twin share on the Cruise-Only fare in the best available Oceanview Stateroom based on availability prior to sailing - this could be an Oceanview Stateroom with or without an obstructed view.
- Beverages, Wi-Fi and gratuities are not included. Included onboard dining is at select venues.
- Shore excursions are based on availability and may not be available based on your cruise dates and itinerary. Full shore excursion details will be available once you book your cruise.
- For the most up-to-date rates, itinerary, availability, and for more information about the different service levels and shore excursions, please enquire now.
Stateroom image shown of the Infinite Veranda Stateroom is the next room category type upgrade from Oceanview..
Standard inclusions
Cruise-Only rates include:
- Full suite of Celebrity Cruises' luxurious amenities;
- Dining (at select venues) and entertainment;
- Onboard activities.
Itinerary
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Collapse allDay 1: Sydney, Australia
Departs 4:30pm
Considered one of the most cosmopolitan cities in the Southern Hemisphere, Sydney offers so much—from beaches and wineries to stunning landmarks and world-class shopping. Tour architectural marvels like the Sydney Opera House and the Sydney Harbour Bridge, view life below the surface from Sydney Aquarium’s underwater walkways, or take it all in from above on a tour of the Sydney Tower. You’re never far from nature in this thriving urban centre. Well-known surf beaches, zoos, national parks, whale watching tours, bush tours, and the Royal Botanic Gardens—featuring over 7,500 plants—offer visitors a chance to enjoy the area’s sunshine, lush greenery, wildlife, and clear blue oceans. Sydney is not only Australia’s oldest city, it is also one of the most ethnically diverse cities on the globe, offering a wealth of cuisines, unique museums, and cultural opportunities. Explore lively pubs, shops, and historic buildings at The Rocks, located on Sydney harbour.
Day 2: At Sea
Enjoy a variety of onboard experiences at sea.
Day 3: At Sea
Enjoy a variety of onboard experiences at sea.
Day 4: Airlie Beach, Queensland
Tendered: 8:00am to 5:00pm
On your cruise to the Great Barrier Reef, this is the perfect departure point for local excursions. The coral reef is the largest living thing on the planet—so big you can see it from space—but made of billions of tiny organisms known as polyps.
A UNESCO World Heritage site, the reef supports a vast diversity of marine life, with 600 types of soft and hard corals, 1,625 types of fish, and 30 species of whales and dolphins. Great Barrier Reef Marine Park covers 133,000 square miles, including 3,000 coral reefs and 900 islands. The snorkelling and diving here are unmatched.
Airlie Beach is popular with backpackers, yachtsmen, and other lovers of the tropical lifestyle. Sailing among the calm, protected waters of the Whitsunday Islands and skydiving over the pristine shorelines are a couple of the must-do adventures for many visitors.
When it's time for some shopping during your Airlie Beach cruise, you'll find lovely seaside markets and galleries with friendly artists, handmade jewellery, colourful paintings, stunning photos, and tropical beachwear—perfect for a leisurely browse after breakfast.
Day 5: Cairns (Yorkey's Knob), Australia
Arrive 10:00am
In tropical North Queensland, surrounded on three sides by lush rainforest, your Cairns cruise makes the perfect launchpad for excursions to the Great Barrier Reef. This reef is the largest living thing on the planet—so big you can see it from space—but it's made up of billions of tiny organisms known as coral polyps.
A UNESCO World Heritage site, the reef supports a vast diversity of marine life, with 600 types of soft and hard corals, 1,625 types of fish, and 30 species of whales and dolphins. Great Barrier Reef Marine Park covers 133,000 square miles, including 3,000 coral reefs and 900 islands. The snorkelling and diving here are unmatched.
Inland, explore the rainforest by cable car and scenic railway, soaring above treetops, peering into gorges, and observing jungle waterfalls. Join a white-water rafting adventure in Barron Gorge National Park.
Stop at a rainforest village to see kangaroos, birds, butterflies, and reptiles. Hold a koala in your arms and feed a wallaby. Watch traditional Aboriginal dancers perform and artisans create their pottery, paintings, glass works, jewellery, and fabrics. You can shop for these original keepsakes to take back aboard your Cairns cruise.
Back in town, stroll the lovely native flowers, plants, and trees at Cairns Botanic Gardens. You might even get lucky in the local casino. What a way to top off your cruise to Cairns.
Day 6: Cairns (Yorkey's Knob), Australia
Departs 6:00pm
In tropical North Queensland, surrounded on three sides by lush rainforest, your Cairns cruise makes the perfect launchpad for excursions to the Great Barrier Reef. This reef is the largest living thing on the planet—so big you can see it from space—but it's made up of billions of tiny organisms known as coral polyps.
A UNESCO World Heritage site, the reef supports a vast diversity of marine life, with 600 types of soft and hard corals, 1,625 types of fish, and 30 species of whales and dolphins. Great Barrier Reef Marine Park covers 133,000 square miles, including 3,000 coral reefs and 900 islands. The snorkelling and diving here are unmatched.
Inland, explore the rainforest by cable car and scenic railway, soaring above treetops, peering into gorges, and observing jungle waterfalls. Join a white-water rafting adventure in Barron Gorge National Park.
Stop at a rainforest village to see kangaroos, birds, butterflies, and reptiles. Hold a koala in your arms and feed a wallaby. Watch traditional Aboriginal dancers perform and artisans create their pottery, paintings, glass works, jewellery, and fabrics. You can shop for these original keepsakes to take back aboard your Cairns cruise.
Back in town, stroll the lovely native flowers, plants, and trees at Cairns Botanic Gardens. You might even get lucky in the local casino. What a way to top off your cruise to Cairns.
Day 7: Port Douglas, Australia
Arrive 8:00am
The once-sleepy, now-bustling seaside village of Port Douglas will be your hub to the Great Barrier Reef, home to some 1,500 species of fish, 5,000 species of mollusk and 400 species of coral for your exploration. During your cruise tour, you'll enjoy a full day of marine adventure with opportunities to swim, snorkel, dive or view the reef from an underwater observatory.
Day 8: Port Douglas, Australia
Departs 6:00pm
The once-sleepy, now-bustling seaside village of Port Douglas will be your hub to the Great Barrier Reef, home to some 1,500 species of fish, 5,000 species of mollusk and 400 species of coral for your exploration. During your cruise tour, you'll enjoy a full day of marine adventure with opportunities to swim, snorkel, dive or view the reef from an underwater observatory.
Day 9: Willis Island (Cruising), Australia
The only humans that make their home on this tiny island—just 1,600 feet long and 490 feet wide—are meteorologists manning a weather monitoring station. From the ship’s deck you'll see 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 day of cruising.
Day 10: At Sea
Enjoy a variety of onboard experiences at sea.
Day 11: At Sea
Enjoy a variety of onboard experiences at sea.
Day 12: Sydney, Australia
Arrive 6:30am
Departure dates
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