Queensland Exploration

Pricing based on departure date: 1 March 2027

Snorkel among technicolor fish. Discover ancient cultures, explore historic landmarks, and tour the country’s most charming cities. 

Itinerary Highlights

Brisbane

Brisbane is known for its colourful restaurant, bar, and local cultural scene. Here you'll find the Queensland Cultural Centre and the Gallery of Modern Art to witness stunning masterpieces. The Brisbane Riverwalk is also home to some of the best views of Brisbane's skyline. If you're up for a scenic walk, jog, or even some cycling, this is floating walkway is your best bet.

Townsville

It's summer all year round in the city of Townsville, with a thriving nightlife scene that you can't just miss. Australia's tropical island paradise feel is on full display here, with the beaches of Magnetic Island just one ferry trip away.

Cairns (Yorkeys Knob)

Yorkeys Knob is a coastal suburb of Cairns, in Cairns Region, Far North Queensland, Australia. Swim, sail, wind-surf, snorkel or dive on the Great Barrier Reef, or visit the World Heritage Rain Forests and Cairns City.

Willis Island

Willis Island is the only permanently inhabited island in the Coral Sea Islands Territory. Located beyond the Great Barrier Reef, this island stands 280 miles from Cairns. The only residents on the 7.7-hectare sandy island are a handful of Australian Bureau of Meteorology staff members working at the weather monitoring station.The main attractions are the sights youll see as you cruise through the Coral Sea. Spot tropical birds like black noodies, sooty terns and wedge-tailed shearwaters. Cruise to Willis Island to see the Great Barrier Reef stretch beneath the turquoise waters and the exotic fish that swim here, including angel fish, clown fish and hammerhead sharks.

Airlie Beach

Airlie Beach is the tourism mainland hub for the Whitsundays, where you can take on activities either on the beautiful water or the verdant greens of the rainforest. You'll instantly feel the holiday as you enjoy the tropical atmosphere when you stroll through cafes, restaurants, boutiques, and souvenir stores.

Your Ship: Grand Princess®

With an atmosphere of comfortable elegance, tantalizing dining options and dazzling entertainment, your stay on board Grand Princess will be anything but ordinary. Relax at The Sanctuary, a tranquil haven reserved for adults, enjoy Movies Under the Stars® poolside or dine on tantalizing cuisine at venues like Crown Grill and more.

Upgrade to Princess Plus℠ package – you'll love the value!

• Wi-Fi (1 device per guest)
• Plus Beverage Package (drinks up to $22 each)
• Unlimited juice bar
• Premium desserts (2 per day)
• Fitness classes (2 per cruise)
• NEW 2 casual dining meals per guest
• NEW OceanNow® delivery
• NEW Room service delivery

Brisbane, At Sea, Townsville, Cairns (Yorkeys Knob), Willis Island, Airlie Beach, At Sea, Brisbane

All fares are displayed in AUD, and pricing is per person based on twin share occupancy unless stated otherwise. Although all due care is taken to keep information as up-to-date as possible, pricing and availability are subject to change without notice: due to varying timing schedules of supplier automated update processes; currency fluctuations; fuel surcharges or government tax & fee changes and may not be guaranteed until paid in full. Gratuities may be an additional onboard charge depending on particular cruise line selected. Please ask your cruise consultant for any clarification of Terms & Conditions.