Cruise · Princess Cruises · 14 nights

Queensland & Papua New Guinea

MedallionClass experience for seamless cruising
Broadway-style entertainment and multicourse dining
Access to fitness facilities, youth clubs, and more

$2,916 pp twin share

14 nights

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Grand Princess®

Sydney, Australia

Airlie Beach, Australia

Townsville, Australia

Port Douglas, Australia

Cairns, Australia

Brisbane, Australia

Queensland & Papua New Guinea — Itinerary Map

Cruise Snapshot

14 Nights

Discover the natural wonders of Queensland and the cultural treasures of Papua New Guinea on this 14-night South Pacific cruise

Explore the Great Barrier Reef, Daintree National Park, and the Whitsunday Islands
Experience the vibrant cities of Cairns, Townsville, and Brisbane
Immerse in the rich cultural heritage of Papua New Guinea

Trip Details

Departs: 3 June 2027
Returns: 17 June 2027
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Operator: Princess Cruises

14-night South Pacific cruise from Sydney, Australia to Sydney, Australia aboard Grand Princess

$2,916

pp twin share

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When & how much

Departures & Pricing

Departs

3 June 2027

Returns

17 June 2027

Duration

14 nights

From pp twin share

$2,916 pp

03 Jun 2027 - 17 Jun 2027
from $2,916 pp twin share *

Additional Pricing Information

Interior from $2,916 pp twin share
Balcony from $6,116 pp twin share
Mini-Suite from $6,666 pp twin share

* Prices and category availability are subject to change without notice.

Cabin grades, balcony upgrades and pre-cruise hotel options are quoted on enquiry — call 1300 414 198.

Day by day

Itinerary

1
Sydney, Australia
Departs 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.
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At Sea
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Airlie Beach, Australia
Arrives 08:00 am, departs 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.
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Townsville, Australia
Arrives 07:00 am, departs 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 travelers 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.
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Port Douglas, Australia
Arrives 07:00 am, departs 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.
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Cairns, Australia
Arrives 05:30 am, departs 10:00 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."
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At Sea
Day 9
Arrives 07:00 am, departs 06:00 pm.
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Brisbane, Australia
Arrives 07:00 am, departs 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."
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Sydney, Australia
Arrives 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.