Cruise Sydney to Cairns, The Whitsundays & Moreton Island return (Jun 2023 - Aug 2024)
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Book by 11 April 2023 for three special offers:
- Book with only a $49 deposit per person.*
- Upgrade your room to the next best location within your chosen cabin category*
- Receive up to $300 onboard spending money per room*
We dedicate this itinerary to our incredible Great Barrier Reef – one of the seven wonders of the natural world.
With four ports from which you can explore the pristine reef, coral cays and tropical islands, take the opportunity to fall in love with Australia all over again.
- Accommodation, food from selected dining experiences, entry into all bars, pubs and clubs, selected activities, entertainment and selected kids activities.
- Includes taxes, fees and port expenses.
Stylish yet relaxed modern interior designs make Pacific Explorer the perfect place to holiday.
Relax by day, enjoy great restaurants, bars and stage shows at night. There’s something for every member of the family.
When it comes to dining, you'll be spoilt for choice with 12 dining experiences all included in your cruise fare. Or treat yourself to something special at Luke's our amazing celebrity chef restaurant with Luke Mangan. Enjoy a mouth-watering signature burger at lunch or a delicious 3 course la carte dinner with the sunset. Or try our award winning pizza in 400 Gradi, in partnership with award-winning Melbourne chef Johnny Di Francesco.
Departing Sydney 12 June 2023 — Returning to Sydney 22 June 2023 - Sole Use cabins waitlisted for this cruise
- Interior Cabin from $1,049 pp twin share*
- Oceanview Cabin from $1,273 pp twin share*
- Balcony Cabin from $1,644 pp twin share*
- Mini Suites from $2,009 pp twin share*
Departing Sydney 17 June 2024 — Returning to Sydney 27 June 2024 - Sole Use cabins waitlisted for this cruise
- Interior Cabin from $1,199 pp twin share*
- Oceanview Cabin from $1,429 pp twin share*
- Balcony Cabin from $1,549 pp twin share*
- Mini Suites from $1,899 pp twin share*
- Suite from $2,799 pp twin share*
Ask us about upgrading to a Value Plus fare - spend less time worrying about the details and more time making memories together. Call 1300 414 198 to learn more and get a quick on-the-spot quote.
*Advertised fares are available until allocation is exhausted and prices may fluctuate during the campaign period without notice.
Itinerary based on 12 June 2023 departure
- Day 1 - Sydney depart 4pm
- Day 2 & 3 - At sea
- Day 4 - Airlie Beach - 7am - 4pm
- Day 5 - Cairns - 9am (overnight)
- Day 6 - Cairns - Depart 5pm
- Day 7 - Willis Island - 9am - 10am
- Day 8 - At Sea
- Day 9 - Moreton Island - 8am - 8:30pm
- Day 10 - At Sea
- Day 11 -Sydney - arrive 6:30am
Do I have to tip?
Tipping is not required but if you’d like to thank the crew who provide you with great service, you are welcome to tip them personally or visit the Reception Desk to have the tip added to your onboard account.
What is the dress code onboard?
Guests are requited to cover-up swim suits when entering the ship’s public rooms. During the day, casual clothes are suitable. After 5.30pm, smart casual attire is required in the public lounges and restaurants or as published in the daily newsletter 'Good Times'.
Travel at 60 and supplier booking conditions apply.
*Fares are cruise only, per person in AUD in a complete quad or twin room based on lead categories available at publication date (1 March 2023), inclusive of all discounts, charges, and taxes (which are subject to change). Campaign commences 1 Mar 2023 and ends 11 Apr 2023. Advertised fares are available until allocation is exhausted and may fluctuate during the campaign period. Campaign offers only available on P&O’s Value and Value Plus fares types only. Valid for new bookings and not combinable with any other offer. Supplements apply for other room categories. Some rooms have obstructed views. Fare based on specified departure dates. Different fares apply to other dates listed.
#Pay only a $49 per person deposit at time of booking; final payment is then due 75 days before departure. Full payment is required for sailings booked within 75 days of departure. Standard refund and cancellation conditions apply.
~Onboard Spending Money (‘OBS’) is per room in AUD. Amount varies by room type and itinerary duration as specified and is applied to the first 2 guests only in a room. Guests can get up to a maximum of $300 per room. For cruises 2-6 nights: Interior/Oceanview rooms are eligible for $50 OBS per room. Balcony/Mini Suite/Suite rooms are eligible for $100 OBS per room. For cruises 7-11 nights: Interior/Oceanview rooms are eligible for $100 OBS per room, Balcony/Mini Suite/Suite rooms are eligible for $200 OBS per room For cruises 12+ nights: Interior/Oceanview rooms are eligible for $150 OBS per room, Balcony/Mini Suite/Suite rooms are eligible for $300 OBS per room. Australian Explorer cruises (28 nights+) receive up to $500 onboard spending money per room (interior and oceanview receive $250 per room, balcony and above receive $500 per room). Onboard Spending Money expires at the conclusion of your cruise, is not transferable and not redeemable for cash.
^Room Location Upgrade offer is 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 higher within the same category. Upgrades are subject to availability in the higher grade room. Offer is not available on obstructed view rooms and suites. Offer does not apply to mini-suites on Pacific Explorer. Fares shown are inclusive of the upgrade offer. The higher grade room must be booked at the time of making reservation to secure the upgrade.
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