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Queensland Cruise 7 Nights • Brisbane, Australia • Quantum of the Seas
Itinerary & Excursions
Cruise Overview
Brisbane, Australia
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Airlie Beach, Queensland
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Cairns (Yorkeys Knob), Australia
Willis Island (Cruising), Australia
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Brisbane, Australia
Cruise Overview
Dive headfirst into adventure on a 7-night cruise to Australia and New Zealand. Depart from Brisbane, Australia on Quantum of the Seas for your epic Down Under journey. Gaze in awe and wonder at the region’s captivating natural beauty and explore the great outdoors before heading back to your ship.
A cruising experience with us provides access to a range of destinations. Specific ports of call are subject to change due to weather, safety or operational considerations.
Brisbane, Australia
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The Airtrain effortlessly connects Brisbane city with the airport. If you have time pre-departure, step out of the city center and explore the inner-city suburbs. Affluent Paddington is known for its thrift stores, cafes and independent boutiques. Fortitude Valley is home to Chinatown, the James Street shopping district and great weekend markets.
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Take advantage of the free CityCat ferries on the Brisbane River.2
Don't feel obligated to tip in Brisbane; it's not expected throughout Australia.Day at Sea
A friendly reminder
Make the most of your day at sea by enjoying our Wi-Fi, drink and Speciality Dining Packages. These services are available at an additional costWhile at sea, take time to recharge before the next adventure. Lounge by the pool, be spoiled at the spa, dine at any of the onboard restaurants or explore the thrills on each deck until we arrive at the next destination.
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Airlie Beach, Queensland
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Start your day exploring this seaside town: Stroll the Bicentennial Walkway along the oceanfront, then head to Airlie Beach Lagoon or Boathaven Beach for an afternoon dip. Or take a half-day trip to the famous Whitsunday Islands. There, you can snorkel along the Great Barrier Reef, or discover rain forest hiking paths and secluded beaches at Molle National Park.
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Airlie Beach's Main Street is very walkable from end to end, so there's no need for public transport.2
Shop around to find the best day trip option available, as there's lots of competition.Day at Sea
A friendly reminder
Make the most of your day at sea by enjoying our Wi-Fi, drink and Speciality Dining Packages. These services are available at an additional costWhile at sea, take time to recharge before the next adventure. Lounge by the pool, be spoiled at the spa, dine at any of the onboard restaurants or explore the thrills on each deck until we arrive at the next destination.
Learn more about the shipDay at Sea Highlights
Cairns (Yorkeys Knob), Australia
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Currency AcceptedAUD
There's a lot you can experience with a single day in Cairns. Take half-day trip to Green Island, where you can snorkel along the outer Great Barrier Reef. Or, you can head to the rainforest at Kuranda and visit the region's best beaches nearby at Palm Cove and Trinity Beach. Otherwise, stay in Cairns and relax at the Esplanade Lagoon before doing some souvenir shopping.
Travel Tips
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As Cairns is geared toward tourists, hiring a vehicle isn't necessary thanks to organized tours and public transport.2
Cairns experiences a tropical climate, so sundresses and shorts are worn year-round.Willis Island (Cruising), Australia
Cruising by Willis Island, you'll see a small sandy vegetated cay surrounded by reef. Situated in the Coral Sea, the island is home to much of the same ocean wildlife as the nearby Great Barrier Reef. Spot long-winged wedgetail shearwaters and black-and-white sooty terns flying over the turquoise waters. Try to spot hammerhead sharks or bright-yellow queen angelfish swimming among the reef.
Travel Tips
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Like its far-flung neighbor in Cairns, Willis Island has a tropical climate.Day at Sea
A friendly reminder
Make the most of your day at sea by enjoying our Wi-Fi, drink and Speciality Dining Packages. These services are available at an additional costWhile at sea, take time to recharge before the next adventure. Lounge by the pool, be spoiled at the spa, dine at any of the onboard restaurants or explore the thrills on each deck until we arrive at the next destination.
Learn more about the shipDay at Sea Highlights
Brisbane, Australia
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Currency AcceptedAUD
Discover the capital of Queensland, Australia's Sunshine State. Laid-back Brisbane feels like a big country town, but it's actually Australia's third largest city. Cruise from Brisbane, Australia and experience its charm in any season thanks to year-round warm temperatures. Head to South Bank, where you join the locals cooling down in one of the many museums and galleries, or enjoy the sunshine at the man-made Streets Beach. Two of Australia's beach-going meccas, the Sunshine Coast and the Gold Coast, border Brisbane — take a short drive out and hop on a surfboard or relax in the sun-soaked sand.
Your ship:
Quantum of the Seas
Discover everything this vacation visionary has to offer, from the skydiving simulator, to jamming out at an impromptu parade. In between thrills, fuel up on dining designed to please your palate, like family-style favorites at Jamie's Italian by Jamie Oliver and elevated fare at Chef's Table.
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