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Queensland 10 Nights
Operated by Princess Cruises
Tripcode: X609
Overview
Destination:
Australia,
Queensland (QLD),
Start:Sydney, Australia
Finish:Sydney, Australia
Finish:Sydney, Australia
Duration:11 days
Ship:
Discovery Princess
Travel Period
March 2026 - March 2026
Princess The Love Boat Sale: $100 Onboard Spending Money^
Journey from Sydney to tropical Far North Queensland return, onboard the Discovery Princess®. On this relaxing Queensland cruise, spend a full day in the seaside village of Port Douglas, your gateway to two UNESCO World Heritage sites close to home – the beautiful Great Barrier Reef and ancient Daintree Rainforest. From Airlie Beach, discover the island paradises of the Whitsundays, or from our stop in Yorkeys knob, the idyllic Palm Cove is calling with an optional Princess Shore Excursion*. On board Discovery Princess®, enjoy world class entertainment, delicious dining options and relax and rejuvenate in one of the freshwater pools.
*Shore Excursions are at an additional cost.
Please note:
- Price is based on the Princess Plus fare per person twin share in a Balcony Stateroom Category BF4 and includes $100 AUD onboard spending money per stateroom.
- Shore Excursions are subject to change.
- Voyage no. X609.
- For the most up-to-date rates, itinerary, availability, and for more information about the different service levels and Shore Excursions, please enquire now.
Standard inclusions
Princess Plus fare inclusion highlights:
- Dining: Main meals and snacks at various onboard restaurants and cafés (enquire for more details);
- Entertainment: Broadway-style nightly entertainment and comedy shows;
- Pools, heated spas and gym;
- Wi-Fi (1 device per guest);
- OceanNow delivery;
- Casual dining at selected restaurants (2 meals per guest per cruise);
- Plus Beverage Package (drinks up to $22 each - when aged 18 years or over or 21 on some international voyages);
- Premium desserts (2 per guest daily);
- Unlimited juice bar;
- Room service delivery;
- Fitness classes (2 passes per guest per cruise);
- Youth & teen clubs for ages 3-17.
Itinerary
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Collapse allDay 1: Sydney, Australia
Depart: 4:00pm
As your ship passes Harbour Heads, you are presented with the shimmering skyline of Sydney - hailed by many seafarers as "the most beautiful harbour in the world." Two prominent landmarks, Harbour Bridge and the sail-like curves of the Sydney Opera House, grace the backdrop of this picturesque harbour. There is a wealth of adventure waiting in Sydney - from its cosmopolitan city centre to miles of beautiful beaches and the Blue Mountains.
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: Willis Island, Australia (Service Call, No Disembarkation)
2:00pm to 3:00pm
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 5: Port Douglas, Australia
Arrive 7:00am | Depart: 6:00pm
In 1877, the aptly named James Venture Mulligan struck pay dirt on Hodgkinson River, igniting the fabled North Queensland Gold Rush. At the height of the boom, Port Douglas boasted 12,000 residents and 27 hotels. Bust inevitably followed boom, and Port Douglas slid into decades of obscurity. Then came a second gold rush in the 1980s as tourists flocked to the North Queensland Coast. Located between the Wet Tropics World Heritage Area and the Great Barrier Reef, Port Douglas provides a perfect gateway to hardy adventurers en route to rainforest and reef.
In addition to its nearby scenic wonders, Port Douglas boasts several resorts ranging from the Sheraton Mirage to the Daintree Eco Lodge and Spa in the heart of the rainforest.
Note: Port Douglas is an anchorage port. Passengers transfer to shore via ship's tender.
Day 6: Yorkeys Knob (Cairns), Australia
Arrive 7:00am | Depart: 4:00pm
The picturesque town of Yorkeys Knob, dominated by its dramatic headland, is your gateway to Cairns - one of Australia's hottest vacation destinations. Cairns boasts three of Australia's great natural wonders. Just offshore, immense bastions of living coral form the Great Barrier Reef. Sixteen miles of superb beaches stretch to the north of the city - the famed Marlin Coast. Inland lays the ancient rainforest of Daintree National Park.
Cairns' graceful, tree-lined esplanade was once the gateway to the gold fields of North Queensland. A travel tip - Cairns is pronounced "cans."
Day 7: Airlie Beach, Australia
Arrive 10:00am | Depart: 7:00pm
Airlie Beach is your gateway to the Whitsunday Archipelago. These 74 islands feature pristine fringing reefs, calm, lagoon-like waters, and superb beaches. The archipelago is one of Australia's premier playgrounds.
The Whitsundays were once mountains. Rising seas at the end of the Ice Age formed the Whitsunday Passage between the islands and the mainland.
Day 8: At Sea
Enjoy a variety of onboard experiences at sea.
Day 9: Brisbane, Australia
Arrive 8:00am | Depart: 5:00pm
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. The beaches south of Brisbane form Queensland's Gold Coast.
Day 10: At Sea
Enjoy a variety of onboard experiences at sea.
Day 11: Sydney, Australia
Arrive: 6:00am
Departure dates
Select your preferred date or enquire
Operator
Princess Cruises
Considered one of the most recognised cruise lines in the world, Princess is continually evolving. From its modest beginnings in 1965 with a single ship cruising to Mexico, Princess has grown to become one of the premiere cruise lines in the world. Today, its fleet carries more than a million passengers each year to more worldwide destinations than any other major line. From the fascinating destinations visited to Princess' incredible ships and nearly everything they do onboard, you'll find that some of the most respected names in travel have singled out Princess Cruises as among the very best of the best. Guests will discover what makes each port unique through the insights of local experts and crew members who sail with Princess to over 380 destinations. Guests will also dine on fresh regional cuisine that adds another dimension to their cruise experience of the places travelled.
Important Information
*Terms and conditions
Please note: We are proud to be an independent agent to travel providers of hotels, flights and other related services. We are not a tour operator. Details and information on the offer are provided by 3rd party businesses and although we do our best to verify the information, we cannot guarantee its accuracy on all occasions. These offers are not available in conjunction with any other offer unless otherwise stated. Pricing and availability are subject to change without notice.
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^Princess The Love Boat Sale $100 Onboard Spending Money: Terms & Conditions
Book your Princess 10-Night Queensland cruise and receive $100 AUD in onboard spending money per stateroom. Book by 28 August 2025.
Conditions apply. Onboard Spending Money (‘OBS’) is per room, in AUD, and applied to the first 2 guests in the room only. Amount varies by itinerary duration as specified. Onboard currency varies. OBS expires at the conclusion of your cruise, is not transferable, not redeemable for cash and cannot be used in the casino or medical centre. Offer starts 1 June 2025 00:00 AEST and ends 28 August 2025 23:59 AEST. Further restrictions may apply, for full details, please check with your RACV Travel Expert at time of booking.
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