Brisbane's Koala Bears, Great Barrier Reef & Papua New Guinea with Stay, 3 November 2025 (20 nights)

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River Cruise to Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary

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3 November 2025

20 nights

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Inside from - £2,799 per person 1
Outside from - £2,879 per person 2
Balcony from - £3,179 per person 3

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DAY 1-3 Flight
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DAY 3-6 Brisbane Hotel Stay - 3 Nights

Stay in style at Hotel Grand Chancellor Brisbane

4 star hotel

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

Brisbane Waterfront

Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary

Koalas

Red Kangaroos

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 6-14 Cruise from Brisbane and back
- Day 6 Cruise departs from Brisbane Departs at: 3 pm
  
  Koala Sanctuary
  
  Botanic Gardens
  
  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 At Sea
  
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- Day 9 Alotau Arrives at: 8 am, Departs at: 6 pm
  
  Memorial Park
  
  Massim Museum
  
  Milne Bay Memorial
  
  The capital of the Milne Bay Province in Papua New Guinea, Alotau is a historic city that’s known for its diving spots, beaches and historical attractions. In particular, Turnbull War Memorial Park, the Massim Museum and the Milne Bay Memorial are popular with those wanting to learn about the captivating wartime past of the area.
  
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- Day 10 Kiriwina Island Arrives at: 8 am, Departs at: 5 pm
  
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- Day 11 Conflict Islands Arrives at: 7 am, Departs at: 4 pm
  
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- Day 12-13 At Sea
  
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- Day 14 Brisbane Arrives at: 7 am
  Transfers from Port to Airport Included
  
  Koala Sanctuary
  
  Botanic Gardens
  
  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 14-15 Flight
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Accommodation

Your cabin is included in the price of the cruise.

Entertainment

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

Flights

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

Hotel

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

Land Tours

Land tours are included, see itinerary for more details.

Meals

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

Port Fees & Taxes

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

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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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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Outside from £2,879
Ocean View (obstructed views) £2,879 pp
Balcony from £3,179
Balcony £3,179 pp
Inside from £2,799
Interior £2,799 pp

Outside from £2,879
Ocean View (obstructed views) £2,879 pp
Balcony from £3,179
Balcony £3,179 pp
Inside from £2,799
Interior £2,799 pp

Outside from £2,879
Ocean View (obstructed views) £2,879 pp
Balcony from £3,179
Balcony £3,179 pp
Inside from £2,799
Interior £2,799 pp

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*Bespoke Handcrafted Cruise & Stay Mega May Flash sale up to 50pp reduction and reduced deposit is valid for new bookings made between 9th May 2025 - 22nd May 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 Iglu is valid on selected sailings departing from 1st December 2025 onwards and is valid for new bookings only made between 9th May 2025 - 22nd May 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.

Brisbane's Koala Bears, Great Barrier Reef & Papua New Guinea with Stay, 3 November 2025 (20 nights)

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Stay in style at Hotel Grand Chancellor Brisbane

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