Brisbane's Koala Bears & Great Barrier Reef with Stay, 28 June 2027

Departure: 28 Jun 2027
13 nights
Cruise + Flight + Hotel + Land Tour

Hand-crafted Holiday

Itinerary Map
Day 1-3:
Day 3-6:
Day 4:
Day 6: Brisbane
Day 7:
Day 8: Airlie Beach
Day 9-10: Cairns - Overnight onboard
Day 12:
Day 13: Brisbane
Day 13-14:

Cruise Line: Carnival Cruise Line

Ship: Carnival Encounter

Family Friendly
Handcrafted Holidays
Hotel Included
Transfers Included

Departs from London Airports

Inside

£3,099 pp

Outside

£3,179 pp

Balcony

£3,249 pp

Suite

£3,399 pp

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Cruise No: PC 403434

What's included?

A variety of complimentary dining options
Complimentary basic beverages in main dining room
Access to a selection of bars and lounges
Magical entertainment, from stage productions to live music performances
Family-friendly activities and youth programmes for children ages 2 to 17 years
Swimming pools and whirlpool spas
Access to a well-equipped Fitness Center, Sports Court, and more
A well-appointed stateroom featuring Carnival Home Bedding Collection

Itinerary

Day

Port
1-3

Flight departs
3-6

Brisbane Hotel Stay - 3 Nights
4

River Cruise to Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary
6

Cruise departs from Brisbane departs at: 3 pm
7

At Sea
8

Airlie Beach arrives at: 7 am, departs at: 4 pm
9-10

Cairns - Overnight onboard arrives at: 9 am, departs at: 8 pm
11

Willis Island - Cruising arrives at: 11 am, departs at: 12 pm
12

At Sea
13

Brisbane arrives at: 6 am, departs at: 3 pm
13-14

Flight departs

Itinerary details & timings may be subject to change.

Ship facilities

Cabins & prices

Inside Price From: £3,099 pp

Interior

Ample closet and drawer space
Dedicated stateroom attendant
Safe
Soft, cozy linens (Carnival Comfort Collection)
Stateroom climate control
Television

£3,099 pp

£3,899 pp Single

£3,099 pp

£3,899 pp Single

£3,099 pp

£3,899 pp Single

£3,099 pp

£3,899 pp Single

£3,149 pp

£3,949 pp Single

£3,149 pp

£3,949 pp Single

£3,149 pp

£3,949 pp Single

Porthole

Ample closet and drawer space
Dedicated stateroom attendant
Safe
Soft, cozy linens (Carnival Comfort Collection)
Stateroom climate control
Television
Two porthole windows

£3,099 pp

£3,899 pp Single

Outside Price From: £3,179 pp

Ocean View (obstructed views)

Ample closet and drawer space
Dedicated stateroom attendant
Picture window (obstructed view)
Safe
Soft, cozy linens (Carnival Comfort Collection)
Stateroom climate control
Television

£3,179 pp

£3,999 pp Single

Ocean View

Ample closet and drawer space
Dedicated stateroom attendant
Picture Window
Safe
Soft, cozy linens (Carnival Comfort Collection)
Stateroom climate control
Television

£3,199 pp

£4,099 pp Single

£3,249 pp

£4,149 pp Single

Balcony Price From: £3,249 pp

Balcony

Ample closet and drawer space
Dedicated stateroom attendant
Safe
Soft, cozy linens (Carnival Comfort Collection)
Stateroom climate control
Television

£3,249 pp

£4,199 pp Single

£3,279 pp

£4,199 pp Single

£3,279 pp

£4,199 pp Single

£3,279 pp

£4,199 pp Single

Aft-View Extended Balcony

Ample closet and drawer space
Dedicated stateroom attendant
Safe
Soft, cozy linens (Carnival Comfort Collection)
Stateroom climate control
Television
Very large balcony

£3,379 pp

£4,399 pp Single

Suite Price From: £3,399 pp

Ocean Suite

Ample closet and drawer space
Bathrobes
Complimentary laundry service
Curated in-stateroom bath products
Dedicated stateroom attendant
Pillow-top mattress
Priority check-in and boarding
Priority debarkation at homeport, and ports of call requiring a water shuttle or with arrival times later than 9:30 AM
Priority dinner reservations at most specialty dining spots
Safe
Soft, cozy linens (Carnival Comfort Collection)
Stateroom climate control
Television
Two large bottles of water

£3,399 pp

£4,479 pp Single

£3,399 pp

£4,499 pp Single

Byron Beach Ocean Suite

Ample closet and drawer space
Bathrobes
Bathroom with Jacuzzi
Byron Beach Club bathrobes and slippers to use during the cruise
Complimentary access to Byron Beach Club
Complimentary laundry service
Curated in-stateroom bath products
Dedicated stateroom attendant
Exclusive breakfast at Angelo’s
Immediate access to your suite after boarding
In-suite coffee machine
Optional complimentary continental breakfast including coffee and tea served in suite
Pillow-top mattress
Priority check-in and boarding
Priority debarkation at homeport, and ports of call requiring a water shuttle or with arrival times later than 9:30 AM
Priority dinner reservations at most specialty dining spots
Safe
Soft, cozy linens (Carnival Comfort Collection)
Stateroom climate control
Television
Two large bottles of water

£3,479 pp

£4,599 pp Single

Byron Beach Presidential Suite

Ample closet and drawer space
Byron Beach Club bathrobes and slippers to use during the cruise
Complimentary access to Byron Beach Club
Complimentary laundry service
Complimentary minibar selection (water and soft drinks)
Complimentary room service (regular bar prices apply for beverages)
Curated in-stateroom bath products
Dedicated stateroom attendant
Exclusive breakfast at Angelo’s
In-suite coffee machine
Optional complimentary continental breakfast including coffee and tea served in suite
Pillow-top mattress
Priority check-in and boarding
Priority debarkation at homeport, and ports of call requiring a water shuttle or with arrival times later than 9:30 AM
Priority dinner reservations at most specialty dining spots
Safe
Soft, cozy linens (Carnival Comfort Collection)
Stateroom climate control
Television
Two large bottles of water
Wine and welcome treat upon arrival

Call us for latest availability

Byron Beach Extended Balcony Suite

Ample closet and drawer space
Bathrobes
Bathroom with Jacuzzi tub and shower
Byron Beach Club bathrobes and slippers to use during the cruise
Complimentary access to Byron Beach Club
Complimentary laundry service
Curated in-stateroom bath products
Dedicated stateroom attendant
Exclusive breakfast at Angelo’s
Immediate access to your suite after boarding
In-suite coffee machine
Optional complimentary continental breakfast including coffee and tea served in suite
Pillow-top mattress
Priority check-in and boarding
Priority debarkation at homeport, and ports of call requiring a water shuttle or with arrival times later than 9:30 AM
Safe
Separate sitting area
Soft, cozy linens (Carnival Comfort Collection)
Stateroom climate control
Television
Two large bottles of water
Walk-in closet

Call us for latest availability

Byron Beach Grand Suite

Ample closet and drawer space
Bathrobes
Bathroom with Jacuzzi tub and shower
Complimentary access to Byron Beach Club
Complimentary laundry service
Curated in-stateroom bath products
Dedicated stateroom attendant
Exclusive breakfast at Angelo’s
Immediate access to your suite after boarding
In-suite coffee machine
Large room and balcony
Optional complimentary continental breakfast including coffee and tea served in suite
Pillow-top mattress
Priority check-in and boarding
Priority debarkation at homeport, and ports of call requiring a water shuttle or with arrival times later than 9:30 AM
Priority dinner reservations at most specialty dining spots
Safe
Separate sitting area
Soft, cozy linens (Carnival Comfort Collection)
Stateroom climate control
Television
Two large bottles of water
Walk-in closet

Call us for latest availability

Byron Beach Vista Suite

Ample closet and drawer space
Bathrobes
Byron Beach Club bathrobes and slippers to use during the cruise
Complimentary access to Byron Beach Club
Complimentary laundry service
Curated in-stateroom bath products
Dedicated stateroom attendant
Exclusive breakfast at Angelo’s
Immediate access to your suite after boarding
In-suite coffee machine
Optional complimentary continental breakfast including coffee and tea served in suite
Pillow-top mattress
Priority check-in and boarding
Priority debarkation at homeport, and ports of call requiring a water shuttle or with arrival times later than 9:30 AM
Priority dinner reservations at most specialty dining spots
Safe
Soft, cozy linens (Carnival Comfort Collection)
Stateroom climate control
Television
Two large bottles of water

Call us for latest availability

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Terms and Conditions

*Bespoke Handcrafted Cruise & Stay June sale up to £50pp reduction and reduced deposit is valid for new bookings made between 3rd June 2025 - 23rd June 2025 with a minimum spend of £1599pp Reduced deposits only available on bookings outside of full balance due at 17 weeks. ^The 99pp deposit promotion from Planet is valid on selected sailings departing from 1st January 2026 onwards and is valid for new bookings only made between 3rd June 2025 - 23rd June 2025. The remaining deposit amount will be collected 10 weeks after booking date or upon cancellation.

All offers and prices are subject to change and availability at time of enquiry. Prices are based on two passengers sharing unless otherwise stated and are subject to the Tour Operator's terms and conditions. Cabin and Flight supplements may apply. Other supplements may apply in addition to the price shown above. Flight details, timings and routing may be subject to alteration. Other tour operator charges may also apply. Any Onboard Spending money or drinks package value shown will be per cabin, again based on two sharing.
Note: On 13 January 2018, new European legislation is being adopted in the UK which as result will mean that we may change our required method of payment at our discretion, irrespective of how any deposit or prior payment was made.