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Great Barrier Reef Cruise

  • Departure DateFri 7th Jan 2022
  • Royal Caribbean International Serenade of the Seas
  • 9 Night Cruise From Sydney
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Itinerary

  • Sydney
  • Airlie Beach
  • Yorkeys Knob
  • Port Douglas
  • Willis Island
  • Sydney

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Day 1 - Sydney

Arrive: Fri 07 January 2022 / Depart: Fri 07 January 2022 at 16:30

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 - Cruising

Day 3 - Cruising

Day 4 - Airlie Beach

Arrive: Mon 10 January 2022 at 07:00 / Depart: Mon 10 January 2022 at 16:00

Airlie Beach is the Queensland coast's go-to spot for maritime adventure. It's the mainland town that allows the easiest access to the 74 incredible Whitsunday Islands — take the ferry out and spend your day relaxing by clear aqua waters at Whitehaven Beach or snorkeling among the heart-shaped portion of the Great Barrier Reef, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Or stick to the mainland: Walk the Bicentennial Walkway along the Airlie Beach waterfront, popping into a cafe for a late-morning flat white (the Australian signature latte). Take a dip in Airlie Beach Lagoon, or head to Conway National Park, where you can hike your way through rain forest to panoramic views of the city and the harbor.

Day 5 - Yorkeys Knob

Arrive: Tue 11 January 2022 at 08:00 / Depart: Tue 11 January 2022 at 18:00

Situated in tropical north Queensland, Cairns is the gateway to the Great Barrier Reef and Daintree Rainforest. These two UNESCO World Heritage Sites are why Cairns is the fourth most popular destination for international tourists in Australia. Enjoy the city's year-round tropical summer weather as you relax beside the man-made lagoon on the Esplanade. Then, experience one of Cairns' two main drawcards: Head into the rainforest in nearby Kuranda, which you can reach by taking the Skyrail Cableway or the Scenic Railway. Cruise to Cairns and take the half-day trip to Green Island — you'll be snorkeling on the Great Barrier Reef within an hour of leaving the city.

Day 6 - Port Douglas

Arrive: Wed 12 January 2022 at 08:00 / Depart: Wed 12 January 2022 at 17:00

Once a sleepy fishing village, Port Douglas today is a resort town that doubles in population during peak tourist season from May to September. Located an hour's drive north of Cairns, the town's main attraction is its easy access to two World Heritage sites: Daintree Rainforest and the Great Barrier Reef. Head to Mossman Gorge in Daintree for bushwalking among lushly forested groves – the landscape here is up to 180 million years old, and some of its plant species may have coexisted with dinosaurs. Cruise to Port Douglas and take a reef-exploration tour, which allows you to snorkel among the coral, crustaceans and colourful fish. Or take a dip in the crystal-blue waters at Four Mile Beach, surrounded by rainforest views.

Day 7 - Willis Island

Arrive: Thu 13 January 2022 / Depart: Thu 13 January 2022

Willis Island is the only permanently inhabited island in the Coral Sea Islands Territory. Located beyond the Great Barrier Reef, this island stands 280 miles from Cairns. The only residents on the 7.7-hectare sandy island are a handful of Australian Bureau of Meteorology staff members working at the weather monitoring station.The main attractions are the sights you'll see as you cruise through the Coral Sea. Spot tropical birds like black noodies, sooty terns and wedge-tailed shearwaters. Cruise to Willis Island to see the Great Barrier Reef stretch beneath the turquoise waters and the exotic fish that swim here, including angel fish, clown fish and hammerhead sharks.

Day 8 - Cruising

Day 9 - Cruising

Day 10 - Sydney

Arrive: Sun 16 January 2022 at 06:30 / Depart: Sun 16 January 2022

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.

Serenade of the Seas From Royal Caribbean International

Dive into new discoveries as you sail onboard Serenade of the Seas. Wherever in the world you’re sailing, Serenade of the Seas keeps you close to all the natural splendour. Once onboard, panoramic views and acres of glass ensure that you’ll never miss a moment of the surrounding scenery. In between adventures onshore, you can soak up the sun poolside, tee off on the mini golf green and dig into world-class flavours that will take you from Tuscany to Tokyo.

Ship Cabins

Interior

Enjoy your vacation in the perfect space. Beds Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed. One Pullman bed in staterooms. Two Pullman beds in staterooms. Size Stateroom: 160 sq. ft.

Studio Interior

Enjoy your vacation in the perfect space. Beds One full size bed. Size Stateroom: 108 sq. ft.

Ocean View

Gaze into the beautiful views from your cozy room. Beds Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed. One Pullman bed in staterooms. One double sofa bed or two Pullman beds in staterooms. Size Stateroom: 169 sq. ft.

Ocean View

Gaze into the beautiful views from your cozy room. Beds Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed. One Pullman bed in staterooms. One double sofa bed or two Pullman beds in staterooms. Size Stateroom: 169 sq. ft..

Oceanview

Experience a spectacular view for a memorable vacation. Beds Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed Size Stateroom: 155 sq. ft.

Spacious Ocean View

Have a spectacular view for a memorable vacation. Beds Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed One Pullman bed in staterooms. One double sofa bed or two Pullman beds in staterooms. Stateroom: 169 sq. ft.

Ultra Spacious Ocean View

Have a spectacular view in an immense space with family. Beds Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed. One double sofa bed. One Pullman bed and one twin bed or two Pullman beds. Size Stateroom: 265 sq. ft.

Connecting Balcony

Experience a spectacular view for a memorable vacation. Beds Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed Size Stateroom: 179 sq. ft. Balcony: 20 sq. ft.

Ocean View Balcony

Experience a spectacular view for a memorable vacation. Beds Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King. One signle sofa bed in staterooms. One Pullman bed in staterooms. Size Stateroom: 179 sq. ft. Balcony: 20 sq. ft.

Ocean View Balcony

Experience a spectacular view for a memorable vacation. Beds Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King One signle sofa bed in staterooms. One Pullman bed in staterooms. Size Stateroom: 179 sq. ft. Balcony: 20 sq. ft.

Spacious Ocean View Balcony

Immerse yourself in a gorgeous view for a memorable vacation. Beds Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed. One Pullman bed in staterooms. One double sofa bed or one single sofa bed and one Pullman bed in staterooms. One double sofa bed and one Pullman bed in staterooms. Size Stateroom: 204 sq. ft. Balcony: 41 sq. ft.

Grand Suite - 1 Bedroom

Enjoy a comfortable suite and the extra perks. Beds Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed. One double sofa bed. Size Stateroom: 293 sq. ft. Balcony: 106 sq. ft.

Ocean View Suite - 2 Bedroom (No Balcony)

Enjoy this incrediblely spacious room with your family. Beds Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed. One double sofa bed. One Pullman bed and one twin bed or two Pullman beds. Size Stateroom: 584 sq. ft.

Owner’s Suite - 1 Bedroom

Enjoy the ultimate suite for a perfect vacation. Beds One queen size bed. One double sofa bed. Size Stateroom: 582 sq. ft. Balcony: 154 sq. ft.
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