Brisbane's Koala Bears, Vanuatu & New Caledonia with Stay, 21 June 2026 (14 nights)

Ship Carnival Encounter  -  Carnival Cruise Line
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  • Overview of a Inside Inside from - £2,299 per person
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Bespoke Handcrafted Cruise & Stay Biggest Ever January Sale - book by 31st January & Save up to £75pp Plus receive a FREE UK Airport Lounge on Balconies and Above (T&C's apply~)

Family Friendly
Handcrafted Holidays
Hotel Included
Transfers included

Your itinerary

  • Day at Flight
    DAY 1-3 Flying to Brisbane from London Heathrow
    • Departure time Departs 21 Jun 2026 22:00 (local time) London Heathrow Airport - British Airways
    • 1 stop
    • Arrival time Arrives at 23 Jun 2026 10:05 (local time) Brisbane Airport - British Airways
    Transfer Transfers from Airport to Hotel Included
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  • Day at hotel
    DAY 3-6 Brisbane Hotel Stay - 3 Nights

    Stay in style at Hotel Grand Chancellor Brisbane

    4 star hotel
    Stay in style at Hotel Grand Chancellor Brisbane
    Stay in style at Hotel Grand Chancellor Brisbane
    Stay in style at Hotel Grand Chancellor Brisbane

    Situated on the highest point in Brisbane's Central Business District, Hotel Grand Chancellor Brisbane is a convenient address for business and leisure travellers. Discover an engaging blend of contemporary design, modern amenities and gracious hospitality, at a 4. 5 star Brisbane hotel dedicated to the perfect guest experience - ideal for a relaxing corporate trip, family holiday or weekend getaway. Overlooking the picturesque Roma Street Parklands, our 4. 5 star Brisbane accommodation affords commanding views of the city skyline, surrounding mountains or Brisbane River, and is only a short walk to the city or 15 minute walk to Suncorp Stadium. Plus enjoy easy access to QPAC, the Convention Centre, and Brisbane Powerhouse conveniently located nearby.

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    DAY 4 River Cruise to Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary
    Meet Australia’s Wildlife & Cruise the River
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    Brisbane Waterfront
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    Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary
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    Koalas
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    Red Kangaroos
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    Platypuses

    Visit Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary, home to adorable koalas and kangaroos, then enjoy a relaxing Brisbane River cruise through the heart of the city.

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  • Day at Cruise
    Day 6-14 Cruise from Brisbane and back
    • Day 6 Cruise departs from Brisbane Departs at: 3 pm
      Discover Brisbane’s Lively Charm
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      Koala Sanctuary
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      Botanic Gardens
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      Gallery of Modern Art

      Explore Brisbane’s vibrant arts scene, lush parks, and relaxed riverside lifestyle in Australia’s sunny riverside city.

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    • Day 7-8 Day at sea At Sea
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    • Day 9 Port Vila Arrives at: 8 am, Departs at: 4 pm
      Port Vila

      Port Vila is the capital and the largest city of Vanuatu, a small island archipelago nation located in the Indian Ocean. With a unique history and importance to the Lapita culture, where ceramics have been found dating back to the 13th century BC, this remarkable destination to visit if you’re into your history; however, you’ll also find a fantastic range of other experiences to enjoy – with sensational snorkeling spots, thrilling ziplines, and more here. And, with a unique tropical rainforest climate, expect warm weather whenever you visit.

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    • Day 10 Mystery Island, Vanuatu Arrives at: 8 am, Departs at: 5 pm
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    • Day 11 Noumea Arrives at: 8 am, Departs at: 5:30 pm
      Noumea (New Caledonia)
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    • Day 12-13 Day at sea At Sea
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    • Day 14 Brisbane Arrives at: 7 am
      Transfer Transfers from Port to Airport Included
      Discover Brisbane’s Lively Charm
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      Koala Sanctuary
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      Botanic Gardens
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      Gallery of Modern Art

      Explore Brisbane’s vibrant arts scene, lush parks, and relaxed riverside lifestyle in Australia’s sunny riverside city.

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  • Day at Flight
    DAY 14-15 Flying to London Heathrow from Brisbane
    • Departure time Departs 4 Jul 2026 22:10 (local time) Brisbane Airport - British Airways
    • 1 stop
    • Arrival time Arrives at 5 Jul 2026 13:15 (local time) London Heathrow Airport - British Airways
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What's included

Included

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Choose to fly from a variety of airports included within the price.

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A hotel stay is include in this cruise. See the itinerary for details of the hotel. Transfers to and from the hotel are included.

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Land tours are included, see itinerary for more details.

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Choose from a variety of things to entertain yourself including restaurants, bars, theatre, pools and much more.

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Breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks from the buffet and main dining restaurants are all included. Meals from the specialty dining restaurants are additional.

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Your cabin is included in the price of the cruise.

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No surprises. All port fees and taxes are included in the price.

Extras

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Wi-fi

Wi-Fi is not included in the base fare of Carnival cruises. To stay connected while at sea, Carnival offers several internet plans that you can purchase for an additional fee. These start at $18 per person per day.

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Drinks

Some teas, coffees and soft drinks will be included but alcoholic drinks are extra. Drinks packages can be added after booking. The CHEERS! Beverage package is $82 per person per day covers a wide range of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, including spirits, cocktails, beer, wine by the glass (priced at $20 or lower), sodas, specialty coffees, energy drinks, and bottled water.

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Tips

Tips are not included in the base fare. Instead, they are automatically added to your onboard account as a daily charge which ranges between $16-$18 per person per day depending on the cabin type. These can be pre-paid or settled at the end of the cruise. If you’re not satisfied with the service, you can adjust the gratuity amount by visiting Guest Services during your cruise.

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Speciality Dining

Specialty restaurants allow travellers to enhance their dining experience during the cruise. This is a great way to add variety to your holiday or celebrate a special occasion. You can pay for meals in the special dining restaurants onboard.

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Excursions

If you would like to do any excursions/tours while docked these will be an additional charge. Excursions/tours can’t currently be booked with us online but please contact us after you have made the booking if you would like to add these to your package. Alternatively these can be bought while on the ship but may be more expensive than pre-booking.

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Parking

Car parking at the port or airport for the duration of your trip is not included within the price of the cruise. Port/airport parking can’t currently be booked with us online but please contact us after you have made the booking if you would like to add this to your package. An approximate cost for parking is between £12 - £20 per car per day. Alternatively we can arrange transfers from your home to the departure airport/port.

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Insurance

Have the peace of mind that you're covered. Contact us after you have made the booking if you would like us to add this to your package.

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Transfers (home to port)

Transfers from your home to the port or airport aren't included but we can help organise coach transfers, taxis etc to make your life easier. Please contact us after you have made the booking if you would like to add these to your package.

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Visa

Visas are not provided by us or the cruise operator. Visas and other travel documents have to be obtained by the individual passengers prior to sailing.

Ship Facilities

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Carnival Encounter - By Carnival Cruise Line
Family friendly Good for couples Informal
Year: 2001 · Refurbished: 2025 · 12 Decks · Max capacity: 3,420 people
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Terms and Conditions

*Bespoke Handcrafted Cruise & Stay Festive Flash Sale up to £75pp reduction is valid for new bookings made between 5th January to 31st January 2026. Save up to £50pp with a minimum spend of £1599pp - Save up to £75pp with a minimum spend of £2599pp ~Airport lounge based on 2 adults per cabin sharing, with a minimum spend of £1599pp. Limited to one airport lounge for the outbound flight. Subject to availability.

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.