From Outback to Oasis - Sydney to Darwin Cruise

Day 1 - Sydney

Arrive: Thu 28 January 2027 / Depart: Thu 28 January 2027 at 17:00

Sydney, capital of New South Wales and one of Australia's largest cities, is best known for its harbourfront Sydney Opera House, with a distinctive sail-like design. Massive Darling Harbour and the smaller Circular Quay port are hubs of waterside life, with the arched Harbour Bridge and esteemed Royal Botanic Garden nearby. Sydney Tower’s outdoor platform, the Skywalk, offers 360-degree views of the city and suburbs.

Day 2 - At Sea

Day 3 - Brisbane

Arrive: Sat 30 January 2027 at 08:00 / Depart: Sat 30 January 2027 at 18:00

Brisbane, the third largest city in Australia, is the state capital of Queensland and the most populous city of Queensland. The settlement grew from an original penal colony, established in 1825. Free settlers were permitted in 1842 and Queensland was proclaimed a separate colony in 1859. Due to its growing live music scene, Brisbane was nominated as one of the Top 5 International Music Hotspots by Billboard magazine in 2007.

Day 4 - At Sea

Day 5 - Gladstone, Australia

Arrive: Mon 01 February 2027 at 07:00 / Depart: Mon 01 February 2027 at 15:00

Gladstone is a city in the. It is 517 km by road north-west of the state capital, Brisbane, and 108 km south-east of Rockhampton. Situated between the Calliope and Boyne Rivers, Gladstone is home to Queensland's largest multi-commodity shipping port, the Port of Gladstone.

Day 6 - Whitsunday Islands, Australia

Arrive: Tue 02 February 2027 at 10:00 / Depart: Tue 02 February 2027 at 20:00

Enjoy spectacular beaches, snorkel in crystalline waters or dive and explore the exquisite underwater world of fish and coral. Visit the nearby Great Barrier Reef and enjoy its breathtaking wonders.

Day 7 - Townsville, Australia

Arrive: Wed 03 February 2027 at 08:00 / Depart: Wed 03 February 2027 at 18:00

Head out to the Great Barrier Reef to dive or snorkel, or discover the local beaches and enjoy the tropical scenery, the seafront promenade, galleries and shops. Venture out to stunning Magnetic Island with its national park, miles of walking trails, wildlife and magnificent coral reefs. Take home local artwork, crafts, jewelry and souvenirs. Savor fresh seafood along with a wide variety of international cuisines, perhaps a cold beer or a glass of fine wine.

Day 8 - At Sea

Day 9 - Cairns

Arrive: Fri 05 February 2027 at 08:00 / Depart: Fri 05 February 2027 at 18:00

Cairns is the capital of Far North Queensland, and its east coastal cities rest along the Great Barrier Reef. The state of Queensland occupies a vast 667,000 square miles and much of the land remains uninhabited, covered with miles of rainforest where Australian teak, hopp, pine and fig trees abound. Before 1879, when the city of Cairns was established, the only inhabitants of this region were the Aborigines, the culture for which Australia is perhaps best known.

Day 10 - Cooktown

Arrive: Sat 06 February 2027 at 07:00 / Depart: Sat 06 February 2027 at 13:00

This quaint frontier town, scenically located on Cape York Peninsula in Far North Queensland, Cooktown is the site of Australia’s first European settlement. The town is named after the famous South Seas explorer Captain Cook, and Cook’s Pillar marks the spot where his ship, the Endeavour landed ashore in 1770. Grassy Hill offers a 360° panorama of the countryside and pristine beaches. The area remains a near-wilderness offering dramatic mountains, eucalypts, mangroves and rainforests, heathlands, grasslands, and rivers for the adventurous traveler.

Day 11 - At Sea

Day 12 - At Sea

Day 13 - Darwin, Australia

Arrive: Tue 09 February 2027 at 07:00 / Depart: Tue 09 February 2027

Along the coast of the Northern Territory lies Darwin, a city isolated by the vast Australian desert. The area was sought by the French, Dutch and British, and was established as the town of Darwin in 1869. In 1942, the city was under the threat of a Japanese attack, so a major Australian military base was established. Today Darwin is the largest city of the Northern Territory, offering sights from its colonial past and excellent shopping and dining opportunities.