| Cruise |
Carnival Encounter, 9 Night Vanuatu & New Caledonia ex Brisbane, QLD, Australia Return |
| Cruise Line |
Carnival Cruise Australia |
| Ship |
Carnival Encounter |
| Destination |
South Pacific & New Zealand |
| Brief Description |
9 Night Cruise sailing from Brisbane, QLD, Australia onboard Carnival Encounter |
| Type of Cruise |
Contemporary |
| Departure Date |
30 Dec 2027 |
| Cruise Description |
9-Day Vanuatu & New Caledonia from Brisbane, Australia
Day 1: Brisbane
Whether you’re departing or arriving in Brisbane, you’ll be surrounded by an offering of adventure and endless amounts of fun. Think sunshine, relaxation and a holiday the whole family will love!
Day 2: Fun Day At Sea
No port today! It’s a great time to explore your ship and its exciting entertainment, food and activities! Or take it easy at the pool, spa, or... if you book a room with a balcony, enjoy the waves.
Day 3: Fun Day At Sea
No port today! It’s a great time to explore your ship and its exciting entertainment, food and activities! Or take it easy at the pool, spa, or... if you book a room with a balcony, enjoy the waves.
Day 4: Noumea
Embark on an unforgettable South Pacific adventure to the heart of Noumea on one of our cruise ships. The 'Paris of the Pacific', Noumea, promises more sunshine days than any other Pacific Island capital.
With its white sandy beaches, crystal clear waters, and vibrant culture, a cruise to Noumea, the capital of New Caledonia, from either Sydney or Brisbane is guaranteed to give you an experience that transcends the ordinary. Enjoy exploring the hustle and bustle of this thriving South Pacific Island and the fusion of the French and Melanesian flavours during one of our shore excursions. Immerse in the Kanak culture, from traditional music and dance to arts and crafts. The Kanak culture is a vibrant tapestry that reflects the rich heritage of New Caledonia.
Day 5: Lifou
A Lifou cruise allows you to experience a land of scenic contrast and natural beauty. As part of New Caldeonia’s Loyalty Island, a cruise to Lifou means enjoying one of the most beautiful places in the South Pacific. Crystal clear waters, white sands, and coral reefs are only part of the story.
Take a Lifou cruise and enjoy the stunning local fare, amazing guided tours, and views to die for. On a Lifou cruise in the South Pacific Islands, you can swim with the very friendly fish in the marine reserve, visit the secret grotto, and enjoy everything the tropical paradise has to offer.
Day 6: Port Vila
If there was ever a South Pacific city built for visiting, it’s Port Vila. A Carnival Port Vila cruise sails into the Port Vila cruise terminal on the south western coast and into the heart of the capital of Vanuatu. A shore excursion as part of a Port Vila cruise opens up everything this beautiful part of the world has to offer.
Enjoy the natural beauty, the stunning beaches, the clear waters, and the amazing welcoming locals of the South Pacific Islands. A cruise to Port Vila will make you feel at home straight away, and there is so much to do for the whole family, year-round.
Day 7: Santo
It was rumoured to be the the inspiration for the musical South Pacific, journey to the tropical paradise of Espiritu Santo, or Santo for short.
On a Santo cruise you can experience everything there is to love about the Vanuatu archipelago, all in one spot. With a Santo cruise you can dive among the wrecks of the dumped American naval and military craft at Million Dollar Point, swim the coral reef in crystal clear waters, walk along the white beaches, and experience the relaxation of taking a dip in the Blue Hole. And do it all onboard Carnival, creating fun and adventure along the way.
Day 8: Fun Day At Sea
No port today! It’s a great time to explore your ship and its exciting entertainment, food and activities! Or take it easy at the pool, spa, or... if you book a room with a balcony, enjoy the waves.
Day 9: Fun Day At Sea
No port today! It’s a great time to explore your ship and its exciting entertainment, food and activities! Or take it easy at the pool, spa, or... if you book a room with a balcony, enjoy the waves.
Day 10: Brisbane
Whether you’re departing or arriving in Brisbane, you’ll be surrounded by an offering of adventure and endless amounts of fun. Think sunshine, relaxation and a holiday the whole family will love! |
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| Sailing Dates |
| 30 Dec 2027 |
| Pricing |
| Please enquire for pricing |
Cruise Itinerary
| Date |
Port |
Arrive |
Depart |
| 30 Dec 2027 |
Brisbane, QLD, Australia |
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3:00 PM |
| 31 Dec 2027 |
At Sea |
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| 1 Jan 2028 |
At Sea |
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| 2 Jan 2028 |
Noumea, New Caledonia |
8:00 AM |
5:00 PM |
| 3 Jan 2028 |
Lifou, Loyalty Islands |
8:00 AM |
5:00 PM |
| 4 Jan 2028 |
Vila, Vanuatu |
8:00 AM |
5:00 PM |
| 5 Jan 2028 |
Espiritu Santo Island Vanuatu |
8:00 AM |
5:00 PM |
| 6 Jan 2028 |
At Sea |
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| 7 Jan 2028 |
At Sea |
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| 8 Jan 2028 |
Brisbane, QLD, Australia |
7:00 AM |
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All itineraries and ports of call at the discretion of the cruise line subject to local weather conditions and may change without notice.
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