Sydney Stay, Hunter Valley Vineyards & Outback Byways with Indian Pacific Rail to Perth, 28 November 2026 (24 nights)

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Oceania Riviera - Oceania Cruises

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Hunter Valley - Food & Wine Tour

Brisbane

Itinerary Map

Airlie Beach

Cairns - Overnight onboard

Skyrail Rainforest Cableway

Kuranda Railway

Sydney - Overnight onboard

Opera House

Royal Botanic Garden

Townsville

Strand Park

Museum

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Cruise + Flight + Hotel + Tour + Rail

28 November 2026 · 24 nights

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Manchester Change flight
2 Adults

Inside from - £5,549 per person 1 G
Deluxe Ocean View from - £6,079 per person 2 C
Veranda Stateroom from - £6,479 per person 3 B3
Penthouse Suite from - £7,199 per person 4 PH3

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3 Nts hotel stay in Sydney + Hunter Valley Wine Tour!

Adults Only

Complimentary Unlimited Wi-Fi

Handcrafted Holiday

Hotel Included

Transfers included

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Your itinerary

Day 1-5 Pre-cruise
- Day 1-2
  - Flying to Sydney Kingsford Smith from Manchester Intl
    Departs 28 Nov 2026 21:30 (local time) Manchester Intl Airport - Qatar Airways
    
    1 stop
    
    Arrives at 30 Nov 2026 06:50 (local time) Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport - Qatar Airways
- Day 3
  - Sydney Central Hotel Stay
    
    Transfers to Hotel Included
    
    4 star hotel
    
    Stay in style at Best Western Plus Hotel Stellar
    
    Located on the bustling corner of Hyde Park and Oxford Street, Best Western Plus Hotel Stellar is the perfect urban base to explore Sydney's vibrant inner-city pockets. Surry Hills, Darlinghurst, Chinatown and the iconic Circular Quay harbor front are within comfortable walking distance with several train stations. BWP Hotel Stellar Sydney offers bright, airy studios and apartments with flexible bedding configurations and high ceilings. Apartments are equipped with modern kitchenettes, refrigerators and microwaves as well as double-glazed windows with blackout curtains to ensure a restful and productive stay. Please be informed that as a requirement by NSW Government across the state, all guests aged 16+ will be required to be fully vaccinated as a condition of entry to the premises. Please bring your proof of vaccination to show our friendly reception staff upon check in.
- 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
    
    4 star hotel
    
    Stay in style at Best Western Plus Hotel Stellar
    
    Located on the bustling corner of Hyde Park and Oxford Street, Best Western Plus Hotel Stellar is the perfect urban base to explore Sydney's vibrant inner-city pockets. Surry Hills, Darlinghurst, Chinatown and the iconic Circular Quay harbor front are within comfortable walking distance with several train stations. BWP Hotel Stellar Sydney offers bright, airy studios and apartments with flexible bedding configurations and high ceilings. Apartments are equipped with modern kitchenettes, refrigerators and microwaves as well as double-glazed windows with blackout curtains to ensure a restful and productive stay. Please be informed that as a requirement by NSW Government across the state, all guests aged 16+ will be required to be fully vaccinated as a condition of entry to the premises. Please bring your proof of vaccination to show our friendly reception staff upon check in.
- Day 5
  - Sydney Central Hotel Stay
    
    4 star hotel
    
    Stay in style at Best Western Plus Hotel Stellar
    
    Located on the bustling corner of Hyde Park and Oxford Street, Best Western Plus Hotel Stellar is the perfect urban base to explore Sydney's vibrant inner-city pockets. Surry Hills, Darlinghurst, Chinatown and the iconic Circular Quay harbor front are within comfortable walking distance with several train stations. BWP Hotel Stellar Sydney offers bright, airy studios and apartments with flexible bedding configurations and high ceilings. Apartments are equipped with modern kitchenettes, refrigerators and microwaves as well as double-glazed windows with blackout curtains to ensure a restful and productive stay. Please be informed that as a requirement by NSW Government across the state, all guests aged 16+ will be required to be fully vaccinated as a condition of entry to the premises. Please bring your proof of vaccination to show our friendly reception staff upon check in.
Day 6-17 Cruise from Sydney to Sydney - Overnight onboard
- Day 6
  - Cruise departs from Sydney
    
    Departs at: 5 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 8
  - Brisbane
    
    Arrives at: 7 am, Departs at: 5 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.
- Day 9
  - At Sea
- Day 10
  - Airlie Beach
    
    Arrives at: 7 am, Departs at: 7 pm
    
    Jet Skis
    
    Boathaven Beach
    
    Conway National Park
    
    The gateway to the Great Barrier Reef, Airlie Beach offers sun, sea, and adventure.
- Day 11
  - Townsville
    
    Arrives at: 7 am, Departs at: 7 pm
    
    Strand Park
    
    Museum
    
    Billabong Sanctuary
    
    A coastal city that’s situated in northeastern Queensland, Townsville is a great place to stop off whilst on a cruise. Often considered to be the gateway of the Great Barrier Reef and the Queensland outback, it boasts breathtaking beaches, al fresco restaurants and a variety of shops. Top attractions within easy reach of the city include Strand Park, the Museum of Tropical Queensland and the Billabong Sanctuary.
- Day 12
  - Cairns - Overnight onboard
    
    Arrives at: 7 am, Departs at: 3 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 14-15
  - At Sea
- Day 17
  - Sydney - Overnight onboard
    
    Arrives at: 7 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 18-24 Post-cruise
- Day 18
  - Sydney Central Hotel Stay
    
    Transfers to Hotel Included
    
    4 star hotel
    
    Stay in style at Rydges World Square
    
    Rydges World Square Sydney is centrally located within the World Square precinct in Sydney central business district. The World Square station is on its doorstep. From there it is just 3 stops to Darling Harbour, the Sydney Convention & Exhibition Centre, as well as the shopping, dining and entertainment offers available at Cockle Bay Wharf. It is about 20 minutes from Sydney Airport. The elegantly appointed guest rooms feature every convenience that today's discerning traveller has come to expect. With views of the city, the gymnasium offers guests the latest cardiovascular equipment as well as a full range of weights. The restaurant Sphere has a menu of modern Italian cuisine, but also features dishes with international accents. Sphere opens 7 days serving breakfast and dinner. Rydges World Square Sydney is the perfect location for unforgettable memories.
- Day 19
  - Indian Pacific Train - Sydney to Perth
  - Board Indian Pacific Rail - Depart Sydney
- Day 20
  - Indian Pacific Train - Sydney to Perth
  - Broken Hill - Morning Excursion
  - Depart Broken Hill
  - Arrive Adelaide - Afternoon Experience
  - Depart Adelaide
- Day 21
  - Indian Pacific Train - Sydney to Perth
  - Cook Afternoon & Rawlinna Evening Experience
- Day 22
  - Arrive Perth
  - Perth Hotel Stay
    
    4 star hotel
    
    Stay in style at Rydges Perth Kings Square
    
    Set in a prime location of Perth, Rydges Perth Kings Square puts everything the city has to offer just outside your doorstep. The hotel has everything you need for a comfortable stay. Facilities like free Wi-Fi in all rooms, 24-hour front desk, express check-in/check-out, luggage storage, Wi-Fi in public areas are readily available for you to enjoy. Comfortable guestrooms ensure a good night's sleep with some rooms featuring facilities such as linens, towels, non smoking rooms, air conditioning, heating. The hotel offers various recreational opportunities. Friendly staff, great facilities and close proximity to all that Perth has to offer are three great reasons you should stay at Rydges Perth Kings Square.
- Day 23
  - Perth Hotel Stay
    
    4 star hotel
    
    Stay in style at Rydges Perth Kings Square
    
    Set in a prime location of Perth, Rydges Perth Kings Square puts everything the city has to offer just outside your doorstep. The hotel has everything you need for a comfortable stay. Facilities like free Wi-Fi in all rooms, 24-hour front desk, express check-in/check-out, luggage storage, Wi-Fi in public areas are readily available for you to enjoy. Comfortable guestrooms ensure a good night's sleep with some rooms featuring facilities such as linens, towels, non smoking rooms, air conditioning, heating. The hotel offers various recreational opportunities. Friendly staff, great facilities and close proximity to all that Perth has to offer are three great reasons you should stay at Rydges Perth Kings Square.
- Day 24
  - Flying to Manchester Intl from Perth International
    
    Transfers to Airport Included
    Departs 21 Dec 2026 15:55 (local time) Perth International Airport - Qatar Airways
    
    1 stop
    
    Arrives at 22 Dec 2026 06:00 (local time) Manchester Intl Airport - Qatar Airways

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Oceania Riviera - By Oceania Cruises

Adults only Good for couples Informal Luxury Ship

Year: 01/04/2012 · Refurbished: 2019 · 11 Decks · Max capacity: 2100 people

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Cruises on Oceania Riviera

Cabins on Oceania Riviera

Outside from £6,079
Deluxe Ocean View Stateroom £6,079 pp
Suite from £7,199
Penthouse Suite £7,199 pp
Penthouse Suite £7,299 pp
Penthouse Suite £7,399 pp
Oceania Suite £12,699 pp
Vista Suite £13,149 pp
Owner's Suite £16,679 pp
Balcony from £6,479
Veranda Stateroom £6,479 pp
Veranda Stateroom £6,499 pp
Veranda Stateroom £6,499 pp
Concierge Level Veranda £6,579 pp
Concierge Level Veranda £6,599 pp
Concierge Level Veranda £6,679 pp
Concierge Level Veranda £6,699 pp
Inside from £5,549
Inside Stateroom £5,549 pp
Inside Stateroom £5,599 pp

Outside from £6,079
Deluxe Ocean View Stateroom £6,079 pp
Suite from £7,199
Penthouse Suite £7,199 pp
Penthouse Suite £7,299 pp
Penthouse Suite £7,399 pp
Oceania Suite £12,699 pp
Vista Suite £13,149 pp
Owner's Suite £16,679 pp
Balcony from £6,479
Veranda Stateroom £6,479 pp
Veranda Stateroom £6,499 pp
Veranda Stateroom £6,499 pp
Concierge Level Veranda £6,579 pp
Concierge Level Veranda £6,599 pp
Concierge Level Veranda £6,679 pp
Concierge Level Veranda £6,699 pp
Inside from £5,549
Inside Stateroom £5,549 pp
Inside Stateroom £5,599 pp

Outside from £6,079
Deluxe Ocean View Stateroom £6,079 pp
Suite from £7,199
Penthouse Suite £7,199 pp
Penthouse Suite £7,299 pp
Penthouse Suite £7,399 pp
Oceania Suite £12,699 pp
Vista Suite £13,149 pp
Owner's Suite £16,679 pp
Balcony from £6,479
Veranda Stateroom £6,479 pp
Veranda Stateroom £6,499 pp
Veranda Stateroom £6,499 pp
Concierge Level Veranda £6,579 pp
Concierge Level Veranda £6,599 pp
Concierge Level Veranda £6,679 pp
Concierge Level Veranda £6,699 pp
Inside from £5,549
Inside Stateroom £5,549 pp
Inside Stateroom £5,599 pp

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Iglu Cruise customer reviews for Oceania Riviera

4.5

Based on 33 reviews

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Riviera is showing its age. Overall a nice ship. Food is excellent in all the restaurants and the staff are fabulous. We found the excursions were very well organised (but expensive). We had the House beverage package so wine or champagne by the glass (no limit) or beers. Coffee, soft drinks and water were all included which was a nice touch. On the downside, the entertainment was not to our taste. We are 67 years old and felt the music (including a string quartet) was aimed at an older audience. The most modern song that we heard the house band play was from 1982. Generally it was Frank Sinatra, the Carpenters etc. Would have liked some more modern music other than in the disco slot after 11pm. We were disappointed that the policy of not reserving loungers was never enforced. I have added pictures to show how the loungers were all reserved early in the day and were never relinquished. The ship accounting was poor. When we boarded we were given $750 on board spend. When we checked our on board account on entering our cabin it showed I was in debt to the tune of $350! We were told it was a mix up and we had been charged again for excursions we had booked pre cruise. We would have liked an on board App like the sister company NCL. Indeed, most lines have n App. We found the booking for the speciality restaurants was confusing. We booked 4 nights before we boarded in line with what the web site advised we were entitled to. On boarding we happened to see the desk where additional bookings were being made and we got a further 2 nights booked. We had a concierge cabin and asked our concierge to see if we could get any other nights in the speciality restaurants but with no success. Indeed we didn’t get any benefit of having the concierge. I guess that 6 nights out of an 18 night cruise might not be too bad but we still don’t really know what we were actually entitled to. Although this was our first Oceania cruise we have taken 34 cruises in all and 14 of those were with NCL so our issues mentioned above were not based on a first time experience of cruising. So in conclusion, would we cruise with Oceania again? Yes, but we would choose a newer ship such as Vista or Allura. We doubt that we would book Riviera again unless the itinerary was particularly unusual or unique.

couple

10+ cruises

30 Jan 2026

Nice ship, although a little tired in places. Good facilities - Library, games/card room, art room Cabin good and fairly spacious

family

10+ cruises

22 Dec 2025

Overall enjoyable experience. However lack of communication re cancelled visit to Malacca was very disappointing. Friendly & helpful staff. Food although delicious was sometimes not served hot enough. Excursions were expensive and did not represent good value. Pool area good. Stateroom disappointingly small. . Air con very cold in some areas. No notification of cruise port change in Singapore led to inconvenience and long delay over one hour as transfer taxi at wrong centre.

couple

2-5 cruises

30 Nov 2025

A lovely small to medium ship and despite its age it was in immaculate condition. The cabin was spacious and the bathroom the vest I've experienced on a cruise ship. As for the food. . . outstanding. All in all a wonderful experience and I've been on many cruises.

couple

10+ cruises

27 Oct 2025

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