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Queensland & Papua New Guinea 14 Nights
Operated by Princess Cruises
Tripcode: A713
Overview
Destination:
Papua New Guinea,
Start:Sydney, Australia
Finish:Sydney, Australia
Finish:Sydney, Australia
Duration:15 days
Ship:
Grand Princess
Travel Period
June 2027 - June 2027
Princess 50th Anniversary Sale
Enjoy AUD$100 per stateroom in onboard spending money (OBS)/onboard credit travelling on this sailing.
Plus, additional OBS is available to past guests and/or when booking on Princess Plus or Premier fares - enquire today!
Discover Papua New Guinea with RACV and Princess Cruises — your gateway to an untouched paradise.
Step into a world few travellers have experienced — a place where powder‑soft white‑sand beaches meet crystal‑clear waterfalls, and volcanic mountain peaks frame a landscape rich with culture, history and breathtaking natural beauty. Papua New Guinea is more than a destination; it’s an awakening.
Explore serene coastal towns that were once the backdrop to pivotal World War II battles. Today, these peaceful havens offer the perfect blend of relaxation and discovery, where you can unwind, reflect, and reconnect with nature at your own pace. Venture further inland to encounter lush tropical rainforests alive with vibrant birds of paradise and an atmosphere that feels wonderfully untouched by time.
Your journey continues as your ship glides past Sydney’s iconic Harbour Heads, revealing a skyline that has dazzled seafarers for generations. The majestic Harbour Bridge and the elegant sails of the Sydney Opera House rise above what many call the most beautiful harbour in the world.
Let RACV travel book you on an unforgettable journey with Princess Cruises — blending untouched natural wonders, rich cultural heritage, and iconic Australian experiences into one extraordinary adventure.
Upgrade to a Princess Plus package^ from $79 per day to receive the Plus Beverage Package (drinks up to $22 each), single device Wi-Fi, up to 4 Casual Dining experiences, and more. Enquire today.
-Price is based on the Princess Standard fare per person twin share in a Balcony Stateroom Category BD.
-For the most up-to-date rates, itinerary, availability, and for more information about Princess Shore Excursions and the different service levels, please enquire now.
Highlights:
Standard inclusions
- Free stateroom location upgrade^ + bonus onboard spending money
- MedallionClass experience
- Entertainment
- Dining
- Fitness facilites
- Youth & teen clubs for ages 3-17
Optional add-ons available, please enquire
Itinerary
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Collapse allDay 1 - Sydney, Australia
Thu, Jun 3 • 04:00 PM
As your ship passes Harbour Heads, you are presented with the shimmering skyline of Sydney - hailed by many seafarers as "the most beautiful harbor in the world." Two prominent landmarks, Harbour Bridge and the sail-like curves of the Sydney Opera House, grace the backdrop of this picturesque harbor.
There is a wealth of adventure waiting in Sydney - from its cosmopolitan city center to miles of beautiful beaches and the Blue Mountains.Australia's oldest and largest city was born in 1788 with the arrival of the "First Fleet" transporting 760 British convicts. Today, Sydney is the largest port in the South Pacific and is often voted the most popular destination in the South Pacific.
Day 2 - At Sea
Fri, Jun 4
With an atmosphere of comfortable elegance, tantalizing dining options and dazzling entertainment, your stay on board Grand Princess will be anything but ordinary. Enjoy Movies Under the Stars® poolside or dine on tantalizing cuisine at venues like Crown Grill and more.
Day 3 - At Sea
Sat, Jun 5
With an atmosphere of comfortable elegance, tantalizing dining options and dazzling entertainment, your stay on board Grand Princess will be anything but ordinary. Enjoy Movies Under the Stars® poolside or dine on tantalizing cuisine at venues like Crown Grill and more.
Day 4 - Airlie Beach, Australia
Sun, Jun 6 • 07:00 AM - 06:00 PM
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 5 - Townsville, Australia
Mon, Jun 7 • 07:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Often described as the "unofficial capital of North Queensland," Townsville was founded in 1856 when an enterprising sea captain built a wharf on Cleveland Bay. The city lies at the very north of the Dry Tropics, where the outback bush meets the waters of the Coral Sea. Today's travellers are drawn to Townsville's superb location. Queensland's fabled Wet Tropics World Heritage Area lies just to the north of the city. Towering over Townsville is Castle Rock, a 1,300-foot monolith of pink granite that provides sweeping views of Townsville, Cleveland Bay and Magnetic Island. The Strand is Townsville's lively entertainment district, home to shop, cafes, restaurants and a 24-hour water park.
Day 6 - Cairns, Australia
Mon, Jun 7 • 07:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Cairns is 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. And inland lays the immense Daintree National Park. Cairns itself basks in tropical sunshine, balmy breezes waft in from Trinity Bay.
The city's graceful, tree-lined esplanade was once the gateway to the gold fields of North Queensland. 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 - Port Douglas, Australia
Wed, Jun 9 • 07:00 AM - 05:00 PM
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 8 - At Sea
Thu, Jun 10
With an atmosphere of comfortable elegance, tantalizing dining options and dazzling entertainment, your stay on board Grand Princess will be anything but ordinary. Enjoy Movies Under the Stars® poolside or dine on tantalizing cuisine at venues like Crown Grill and more.
Day 9 - Alotau (Milne Bay), Papua New Guinea
Fri, Jun 11 • 07:00 AM - 06:00 PM
Welcome to an undiscovered paradise of white-sand beaches, crystal waterfalls and volcanic mountains. And if you've come for history, you'll find that, too. This peaceful town was the site of fierce fighting during World War II.
Today, it's a peaceful retreat offering the vacationer plenty of time to relax and connect with nature. Beyond the city you'll find a tropical rainforest full of birds of paradise and a laid-back ease worth discovering.
Day 10 - At Sea
Sat, Jun 12
With an atmosphere of comfortable elegance, tantalizing dining options and dazzling entertainment, your stay on board Grand Princess will be anything but ordinary.
Enjoy Movies Under the Stars® poolside or dine on tantalizing cuisine at venues like Crown Grill and more.
Day 11 - At Sea
Sat, Jun 13
With an atmosphere of comfortable elegance, tantalizing dining options and dazzling entertainment, your stay on board Grand Princess will be anything but ordinary.
Enjoy Movies Under the Stars® poolside or dine on tantalizing cuisine at venues like Crown Grill and more.
Day 12 - At Sea
Mon, Jun 14
With an atmosphere of comfortable elegance, tantalizing dining options and dazzling entertainment, your stay on board Grand Princess will be anything but ordinary.
Enjoy Movies Under the Stars® poolside or dine on tantalizing cuisine at venues like Crown Grill and more.
Day 13 - Brisbane, Australia
Tue, Jun 15 • 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
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. Travel tip: Brisbane is pronounced "Bris-bin."
Day 14 - At Sea
Wed, Jun 16
With an atmosphere of comfortable elegance, tantalizing dining options and dazzling entertainment, your stay on board Grand Princess will be anything but ordinary.
Enjoy Movies Under the Stars® poolside or dine on tantalizing cuisine at venues like Crown Grill and more.
Day 15 - Sydney, Australia
Thu, Jun 17 • 06:00 AM
As your ship passes Harbour Heads, you are presented with the shimmering skyline of Sydney - hailed by many seafarers as "the most beautiful harbor in the world." Two prominent landmarks, Harbour Bridge and the sail-like curves of the Sydney Opera House, grace the backdrop of this picturesque harbor.
There is a wealth of adventure waiting in Sydney - from its cosmopolitan city center to miles of beautiful beaches and the Blue Mountains.Australia's oldest and largest city was born in 1788 with the arrival of the "First Fleet" transporting 760 British convicts.
Today, Sydney is the largest port in the South Pacific and is often voted the most popular destination in the South Pacific.
Dates
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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.
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Offer Terms and Conditions
1 Activities, dining and entertainment options vary by ship and are subject to change. Photos represent typical arrangements and may vary in detail or configuration.
*Please note that prices are listed per person and based on double occupancy. Third and Fourth guest fares apply to the 3rd and 4th guests booked in the same stateroom as the First and Second guests. Prices are subject to change based on availability.
Prices shown in AUD. Taxes, Fees & Port Expenses are subject to change and Princess reserves the right to collect any increases in effect at the time of sailing even if the fare has already been paid in full. Credit/Debit Card: we accept Visa and MasterCard (1.1% service fee applies only to credit card payments) and AMEX (2.75% service fee applies). Stateroom views are considered unobstructed unless noted otherwise.
Photos, floor plan diagrams, and amenities represent typical arrangements and may vary by ship and stateroom. Actual stateroom may not be furnished as shown. Certain staterooms may vary in size, decor and configuration. Please note, accessible mini-suites have accessible showers only/no tub. Obstructions do not include certain nautical items like handrails, dividers or ship hardware. For balcony staterooms, the view is determined from the perspective of the balcony railing. Please review Passage Contract for Cancellation Policy.
Free stateroom location upgrade^ + bonus onboard spending money
*Fares are cruise only, per person (‘PP’) in AUD, in complete twin stateroom as specified, based on lead categories at publication date 10 December 2025 inclusive of discounts. Offer starts 10 December 2025 00:00 AEDT and ends 9 March 2026 23:59 AEDT. Valid for new bookings only. Not combinable with other offers. Supplements apply for higher room grades, categories and fare types. Some staterooms have obstructed views. Onboard currency varies – refer to https://www.princess.com/en-au/faq/onboard-experience# for details. Princess Standard fare is the cruise fare only.
Princess Plus fare applies to the first 2 guests in the stateroom and includes the cruise fare packaged with the Plus Beverage Package, 1 device Wi-Fi and more. Inclusions are subject to change – see Fare Terms and Conditions. Princess Premier fare is valid for the first two guests in the stateroom and includes the cruise fare packaged with the Premier Beverage Package, 4 device Wi-Fi and more. Inclusions are subject to change – see Fare Terms and Conditions. #Onboard Spending Money (‘OBS’) Offer (‘OBS Offer’) is per room, in AUD and applied to the first 2 guests in the room only. For cruises 6 nights and under: receive up to $30 OBS per room. For cruises 7-14 nights: receive up to $100 OBS per room.
For cruises 15 nights and over: receive up to $200 OBS per room. Amount varies by itinerary duration as specified. 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). †Plus and Premier Bonus Onboard Spending Money Offer is in addition to the OBS Offer and available to eligible guests only. The offer is per room, in AUD and applied to the first 2 guests in the room only. Guests must book on a Princess Plus or Princess Premier package at time of booking to receive bonus onboard spending money. For cruises 7-14 nights: receive up to $100 OBS per room.
For cruises 15 nights and over: receive up to $200 OBC per room. 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. ~Past Guest Offer is in addition to the OBS Offer and available to eligible past guests only. The offer is per room, in AUD and applied to the first 2 guests in the room only. For cruises 6 nights and under: receive an additional up to $30 OBS per room. For cruises over 7 nights: receive an additional up to $100 OBS per room. 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. ^Room Location Upgrade Offer: available on select sailings, ships and rooms. The higher-grade room must be booked at the time of booking to secure the upgrade. Subject to availability. Available on like-to-like categories only (interior to interior, oceanview to oceanview, balcony to balcony and mini suite to mini suite).
Based on the price difference between 2 room grades within the same category. Fares shown are inclusive of the upgrade. Offer excludes suites, and land portion of land & sea holidays. All travel is subject to Princess Cruises Passage Contract at https://www.princess.com/en-au/legal/passage-contract which guests are bound by. Cruise itineraries and onboard offerings are not guaranteed. Charges may apply for some activities, venues and menu items. Credit card surcharges (Visa/Mastercard 1.1%; AMEX/Diner’s Club 2.75%; PayPal 1%). Carnival plc trading as Princess Cruises ABN 23 107 998 443.
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