Sydney Stay, Hunter Valley, South Pacific & Great Barrier Reef, 6 May 2026 (25 nights)

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Carnival Splendor - Carnival Cruise Line

Hunter Valley - Food & Wine Tour

Sydney

Itinerary Map

Airlie Beach

Cairns

Port Douglas

Noumea

Lifou

Jokin Cliffs

Luengoni Beach

Mystery Island, Vanuatu

Snorkel the Protected Marine Sanctuary

Local Markets

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Flight

Hotel

Land Tour

6 May 2026 · 25 nights
2 Adults

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Your itinerary

Day 1-5 Pre-cruise
- Day 1-2
  - Flight departs
    Departs TBC TBC
    
    Arrives TBC TBC
    
    Your flight details will be confirmed closer to departure
- Day 3
  - Sydney Central Hotel Stay
    
    Transfers to Hotel Included
    
    What to expect We’re still finding the perfect stay for your dates. Your final hotel may vary based on availability, but it will be of a similar standard to the examples below.
    
    Vibe Hotel Sydney Darling Harbour
    4 star hotel
    
    Amora Hotel Jamison Sydney
    5 star hotel
    
    Rydges Sydney Central
    4 star hotel
- Day 4
  - Hunter Valley - Food & Wine Tour
    
    Hunter Valley Region
    
    Hunter Valley Wine Tasting Experience
    
    Delight in world-class wines, fresh local produce, and picturesque vineyard views in one of Australia’s most celebrated wine regions.
  - Sydney Central Hotel Stay
    
    What to expect We’re still finding the perfect stay for your dates. Your final hotel may vary based on availability, but it will be of a similar standard to the examples below.
    
    Vibe Hotel Sydney Darling Harbour
    4 star hotel
    
    Amora Hotel Jamison Sydney
    5 star hotel
    
    Rydges Sydney Central
    4 star hotel
- Day 5
  - Sydney Central Hotel Stay
    
    What to expect We’re still finding the perfect stay for your dates. Your final hotel may vary based on availability, but it will be of a similar standard to the examples below.
    
    Vibe Hotel Sydney Darling Harbour
    4 star hotel
    
    Amora Hotel Jamison Sydney
    5 star hotel
    
    Rydges Sydney Central
    4 star hotel
Day 6-25 Cruise from Sydney and back
- Day 6
  - Cruise departs from Sydney
    
    Departs at: 4 pm
    
    Transfers to Port Included
    
    Opera House
    
    Royal Botanic Garden
    
    Sydney Harbour Bridge
    
    Soak in stunning harbour views, explore iconic landmarks, and experience the perfect blend of urban energy and beachside relaxation.
- Day 7
  - At Sea
- Day 9
  - Noumea
    
    Arrives at: 8 am, Departs at: 5 pm
- Day 10
  - Lifou
    
    Arrives at: 8 am, Departs at: 5 pm
    
    Jokin Cliffs
    
    Luengoni Beach
    
    Wharfside market
    
    Notre Dame de Lourdes
    
    Lifou Island (New Caledonia) is a calm, untouched "paradise" famed for its stunning crystal-clear turquoise waters, white sand beaches, and vibrant, authentic Kanak culture. As the largest of the Loyalty Islands, it has excellent snorkelling (particularly at Jinek Bay), stunning limestone cliffs, deep caverns, and a calm, relaxed pace.
- Day 11
  - Mystery Island, Vanuatu
    
    Arrives at: 8 am, Departs at: 5 pm
    
    Snorkel the Protected Marine Sanctuary
    
    Local Markets
    
    Walk Around the Island
    
    Mystery Island, is a tiny, uninhabited islet located at the southernmost tip of the Vanuatu archipelago. The island is surrounded by a protected marine sanctuary with vibrant coral reefs, making it a great destination for snorkeling and swimming. Although it has no permanent residents, villagers from nearby Aneityum travel across on cruise days to host markets and cultural demonstrations.
- Day 12-13
  - At Sea
- Day 15
  - Sydney
    
    Arrives at: 6:30 am, Departs at: 4 pm
    
    Opera House
    
    Royal Botanic Garden
    
    Sydney Harbour Bridge
    
    Soak in stunning harbour views, explore iconic landmarks, and experience the perfect blend of urban energy and beachside relaxation.
- Day 16
  - At Sea
- Day 18
  - Airlie Beach
    
    Arrives at: 7 am, Departs at: 4 pm
    
    Jet Skis
    
    Boathaven Beach
    
    Conway National Park
    
    The gateway to the Great Barrier Reef, Airlie Beach offers sun, sea, and adventure.
- Day 19
  - Cairns
    
    Arrives at: 9 am, Departs at: 6 pm
    
    Skyrail Rainforest Cableway
    
    Kuranda Railway
    
    Cairns Aquarium
    
    Relax in the warm sun, explore the Great Barrier Reef, and immerse yourself in the tropical beauty of Cairns, Australia’s gateway to nature.
- Day 20
  - Port Douglas
    
    Arrives at: 7 am, Departs at: 5:30 pm
    
    A gateway to the Daintree Rainforest and the Great Barrier Reef, this town is pure paradise.
- Day 21
  - Willis Island
    
    Arrives at: 2 pm, Departs at: 3 pm
- Day 22
  - At Sea
- Day 23
  - Tangalooma Island
    
    Arrives at: 8 am, Departs at: 6 pm
- Day 24
  - At Sea
- Day 25
  - Sydney
    
    Arrives at: 6:30 am
    
    Opera House
    
    Royal Botanic Garden
    
    Sydney Harbour Bridge
    
    Soak in stunning harbour views, explore iconic landmarks, and experience the perfect blend of urban energy and beachside relaxation.
DAY 25-26 Flight
Your flight details will be confirmed closer to departure
- Departs TBC TBC
- Arrives TBC TBC

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What's included

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Ship Facilities

Carnival Splendor - By Carnival Cruise Line

Family friendly Good for couples Informal Large Ship

Year: 2008 · Refurbished: 2024 · 13 Decks · Max capacity: 3,948 people

Cruises on Carnival Splendor

Cabins on Carnival Splendor

Outside
Cloud 9 Spa Ocean View
Interior with Picture Window (Obstructed Views)
Ocean View
Oceanview Guarantee
Porthole
Scenic Grand Ocean View
Scenic Ocean View
Suite
Captain's Suite
Cloud 9 Spa Suite
Grand Suite
Junior Suite
Ocean Suite
Balcony
Aft-View Extended Balcony
Balcony
Cloud 9 Spa Balcony
Premium Vista Balcony
Balcony Guarantee
Inside
Cloud 9 Spa Interior
Interior Cabin
Interior Guarantee
Interior Upper/Lower

Outside
Cloud 9 Spa Ocean View
Interior with Picture Window (Obstructed Views)
Ocean View
Oceanview Guarantee
Porthole
Scenic Grand Ocean View
Scenic Ocean View
Suite
Captain's Suite
Cloud 9 Spa Suite
Grand Suite
Junior Suite
Ocean Suite
Balcony
Aft-View Extended Balcony
Balcony
Cloud 9 Spa Balcony
Premium Vista Balcony
Balcony Guarantee
Inside
Cloud 9 Spa Interior
Interior Cabin
Interior Guarantee
Interior Upper/Lower

Outside
Cloud 9 Spa Ocean View
Interior with Picture Window (Obstructed Views)
Ocean View
Oceanview Guarantee
Porthole
Scenic Grand Ocean View
Scenic Ocean View
Suite
Captain's Suite
Cloud 9 Spa Suite
Grand Suite
Junior Suite
Ocean Suite
Balcony
Aft-View Extended Balcony
Balcony
Cloud 9 Spa Balcony
Premium Vista Balcony
Balcony Guarantee
Inside
Cloud 9 Spa Interior
Interior Cabin
Interior Guarantee
Interior Upper/Lower

To book an accessible cabin, please give us a call 020 3991 1166

Iglu Cruise customer reviews for Carnival Splendor

4.5

Based on 2 reviews

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A slightly dated ship which, although had not long had a refit, was showing her age a bit internally. Crew great and attentive . Overall enjoyed sailing on her.

couple

2-5 cruises

3 Mar 2025

We are experienced at cruising with over 30 cruises to our holidays. First time on Carnival and what can I say, this did not disappoint. Excellent from start to finish.

couple

10+ cruises

3 Mar 2025

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