Sydney to Benoa (Bali) Cruise

Day 1 - Sydney

Arrive: Sun 08 February 2026 / Depart: Sun 08 February 2026 at 20:00

Visit the famous Opera House, stroll along the harbor or cruise around it. Climb the Harbor Bridge, take a walk through the Rocks where Sydney began, or enjoy celebrated Bondi Beach. Head into the beautiful Blue Mountains for a taste of the country; visit a wildlife park and enjoy Australia’s fabulously unique creatures.

Day 2 - At Sea

Day 3 - Brisbane

Arrive: Tue 10 February 2026 at 07:00 / Depart: Tue 10 February 2026 at 17:00

Venture into the lush mountains backing the city and enjoy breathtaking views, stunning forests and fields, farms, wineries, gallery and craft areas, and picturesque gardens. Watch for unusual birds as you stroll. Explore the city's museums, waterfront, riverwalk and beaches. The capital of Queensland, Brisbane is Australia's 3rd largest city and the most cosmopolitan of the ports in the state. Take an hour drive inland to visit the famous Australian Zoo, home of the Crocodile Hunter.

Day 4 - At Sea

Day 5 - Airlie Beach

Arrive: Thu 12 February 2026 at 07:00 / Depart: Thu 12 February 2026 at 16:00

Day 6 - Cairns

Arrive: Fri 13 February 2026 at 11:00 / Depart: Fri 13 February 2026 at 21:00

This is the place to see the magnificent rainforest from the Kuranda Railway and visit local wildlife like koalas and emus in a rainforest habitat. Or learn about Aboriginal tradition at the culture park. Explore the town, its charming homes and the lovely botanical garden.

Day 7 - Cooktown

Arrive: Sat 14 February 2026 at 07:00 / Depart: Sat 14 February 2026 at 16:00

Cooktown is a coastal town and locality in the Shire of Cook, Queensland, Australia. Cooktown is at the mouth of the Endeavour River, on Cape York Peninsula in Far North Queensland where James Cook beached his ship, the Endeavour, for repairs in 1770.

Day 8 - At Sea

Day 9 - At Sea

Day 10 - Darwin, Australia

Arrive: Tue 17 February 2026 at 08:00 / Depart: Tue 17 February 2026 at 16:00

Discover Aboriginal culture and art at the Fine Arts Museum, see the city and its wonderful gardens, or venture into the outback to fabulous Territory Wildlife Park and its many wonders. Or head for the incredible waterfalls at Litchfield National Park. Watch crocodiles at a research station, or take a cruise along the Adelaide River and watch the saltwater crocs leap from the water to catch their prey.

Day 11 - At Sea

Day 12 - Komodo Island

Arrive: Thu 19 February 2026 at 08:00 / Depart: Thu 19 February 2026 at 14:00

Komodo is one of the 17,508 islands of Indonesia and one of three major islands making up Komodo National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. In addition to being a popular destination for diving, it is the only natural habitat of the Komodo dragon. The island of Komodo includes approximately 60 square miles of craggy mountains, deep canyons, savannas and monsoon rainforests.

Day 13 - Celukan Bawang, Bali

Arrive: Fri 20 February 2026 at 11:00 / Depart: Fri 20 February 2026 at 19:00

Explore the hidden wonders of northern Bali from this busy port, where modern seagoing vessels mingle with traditional Bugis schooners, high-prowed wooden ships that have plied these waters for centuries. More eclectic charms await in Bali’s former capital of Singaraja, whose colonial Dutch influence contrasts with the island’s age-old stone temples. Immerse yourself in the untamed wilderness of Bali Barat National Park, perhaps snorkeling among the luminous coral reefs surrounding Menjangan Island or sighting the graceful Bali starling in a lush monsoon forest. Stroll exotic botanical gardens in the lakeside village of Bedugul and browse a colorful farmer’s market for an authentic glimpse of Bali’s timeless allure.

Day 14 - Bali

Arrive: Sat 21 February 2026 at 07:00

Experience this exquisite island and its gentle people as you explore the lush countryside of terraced rice fields and mountains dotted with temples. Visit a royal palace, watch an entrancing dance performance, or see carvers at work. Enjoy villages filled with beautiful arts and crafts and the daily festivals with villagers parading in their finery to local temples.

Day 15 - Bali

Depart: Sun 22 February 2026

Experience this exquisite island and its gentle people as you explore the lush countryside of terraced rice fields and mountains dotted with temples. Visit a royal palace, watch an entrancing dance performance, or see carvers at work. Enjoy villages filled with beautiful arts and crafts and the daily festivals with villagers parading in their finery to local temples.