Barrier Reef Discovery with Pacific Dawn

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Interior Stateroom $1,056

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NO PLACE LIKE HOME

We dedicate this itinerary to our incredible Great Barrier Reef – one of the seven wonders of the natural world.

With three ports from which you can explore the pristine reef, coral cays and tropical islands, take the opportunity to fall in love with Australia all over again.

  • 23916
  • Ocean
  • 27 Nov 19
  • Brisbane Australia
  • Brisbane Australia
  • -
  • 14 Mar 20, 04 Apr 20
  • 21Mar20, 11Apr20
  • 7 nights
  • P & O
  • Multiple Cruiseships 4 - 5 stars
  • Cruise Only

  • Brisbane Australia, Airlie Beach Australia, Cairns Australia, Willis Island Australia

Inclusions

  • Book an Oceanview room for the price of an Interior

Important Terms

  • * Rates quoted are in Australian dollars.
  • Prices shown are fully inclusive of taxes unless otherwise stated.
  • Advertised price includes any bonus nights, special offers or discounts listed in the inclusions.
  • Surcharges may apply due to demand, Christmas & New Year's Eve, school or public holidays, trade shows, special events & other unforeseen circumstances.
  • Prices may be based on Dynamic Rates and as such, may fluctuate at anytime without notice, due to matters outside our control, such as adverse currency fluctuations, fuel surcharges, taxes and airfare increases, or at the property's discretion.
 
Start To End DateCabin Name/Category From Price/person 
14Mar20 Interior Stateroom $1,056 Book Now
14Mar20 Balcony Stateroom - BC $1,623 Book Now
14Mar20 Balcony Stateroom - BB $1,647 Book Now
14Mar20 Mini Suite - MA $1,842 Book Now
14Mar20 Suite with balcony - SA $2,230 Book Now

* All prices quoted are PER PERSON in Australian Dollars and include taxes, fees and port expenses (if applicable).

* All prices quoted are for the cruise departing on 14 Mar 20. Prices for alternative departure dates may vary.

Gratuities not included. Please pay on board.

*Rates are based on per person for two adults sharing. For solo travellers or single person occupancy rates, or other cabin types not listed, please contact our Travel Specialists for a quote.

 


Fresh air and far out views are all part of the furniture in our Suites. They offer the high life on the high seas with a balcony, separate sitting area, priority embarkation, complimentary laundry service, a Nespresso coffee machine, iPod music system and an invitation to the Senior Officers Cocktail (on cruises of 5 nights or more). With all the action on deck and ashore, it’s nice to know there’s a cosy, clean sanctuary with your name on it, equipped with everything you need.

Suites feature all of the luxuries of a hotel room, including:

■ Private balcony with outdoor furniture
■ Separate sitting area
■ Nespresso coffee machine
■ iPod music system
■ Complimentary laundry service
■ comfy bed and ensuite
■ Hairdryer
■ Fluffy white towels
■ Fridge
■ Wardrobe
■ Personally-controlled air-conditioning
■ Phone
■ Flat- screen TV

 



Fresh air and far out views are all part of the furniture in our Mini-Suites. They offer the high life on the high seas with a balcony, separate sitting area and priority embarkation. With all the action on deck and ashore, it’s nice to know there’s a cosy, clean sanctuary with your name on it, equipped with everything you need.

Mini-Suites feature all of the luxuries of a hotel room, including:
Private balcony with outdoor furniture
Separate sitting area
comfy bed and ensuite
Hairdryer
Fluffy white towels
Fridge,
Wardrobe
Personally-controlled air-conditioning
Phone
Flat- screen TV


Make the most of your time at sea with your own private Balcony Room.

With all the action on deck and ashore, it’s nice to know there’s a cosy, clean sanctuary with your name on it, equipped with everything you need.
Balcony Rooms feature all of the luxuries of a hotel room including:
Private balcony with outdoor furniture
comfy bed and ensuite
Hairdryer
Fluffy white towels
Fridge
Wardrobe
Personally-controlled air-conditioning
Phone
Flat- screen TV


Oceanview rooms feature a window or porthole so you won’t miss a single ocean view.

With all the action on deck and ashore, it’s nice to know there’s a cosy, clean sanctuary with your name on it, equipped with everything you need. Oceanview rooms are available in a range bedding combinations including twin, double, triple and quad share.
Oceanview rooms feature all of the luxuries of a hotel room including:
Window or porthole
comfy bed and ensuite
Hairdryer
Fluffy white towels
Fridge
Wardrobe
Personally-controlled air-conditioning
Phone
Flat- screen TV
As an added bonus all serviced and spruced daily with a smile. You may not want to leave, and you don’t have to!


  • Two lower beds that convert to a queen-size bed.
  • TV for in-cabin entertainment.
  • Desk with chairs.
  • Safety deposit box.
  • Spacious closet.
    Note: Twin beds cannot be pushed together if there are 3 or 4 people in a cabin.Room size: 17.3 m²


Whether it’s ocean views or a cosy interior room, a small family of three or an extended family of eight, we’ve got a room perfectly suited to your taste, needs and budget.

Inter-connecting rooms
Keep the family happy together with our inter-connecting rooms. These are available in quad-quad (for groups of eight), twin-quad or triple-triple (for groups of six) and twin-twin (for groups of four). You can also choose between a combination of balcony, oceanview and interior options. Inter-connecting rooms are side by side with a private doorway between the two rooms so the whole family is always close at hand.
 

Day 1: Brisbane Australia
Sat 14 Mar 2020 | Depart 2:00 PM
Day 2: AT SEA
Sun 15 Mar 2020
Day 3: Airlie Beach Australia
Mon 16 Mar 2020 | 7:00 AM To 4:00 PM
Day 4: Cairns Australia
Tue 17 Mar 2020 | Arrive 9:30 AM
Day 5: Cairns Australia
Wed 18 Mar 2020 | Depart 5:00 PM
Day 6: Willis Island Australia
Thu 19 Mar 2020 | 8:30 AM To 9:30 AM
Day 7: AT SEA
Fri 20 Mar 2020
Day 8: Brisbane Australia
Sat 21 Mar 2020 | Arrive 6:00 AM

Pacific Dawn

Pacific Dawn

We do things differently at P&O. Forget everything you know about traditional cruise dining and say hello to innovative and fresh dining experiences. Perfect for families or groups of friends our Inter-Connecting rooms are available for groups of up to eight people. With a minimum of nine different bars on each ship, choose your favourite or try them all. Fancy a show after dinner? Catch one of our recent productions shows in the Marquee Theatre, all produced exclusively for P&O Cruises. Visible day and night, the Big Screen shows recent release movies, sports games like NRL. There’s even Big Screen karaoke.
Dining

  • 24-hour dining
  • Poolside hamburger grille
  • 24-hour complimentary room service
  • Angelo’s Italian
  • Dragon Lady
  • Luna
  • Salt Grill by Luke Mangan
  • The Grill
  • Plantation Restaurant

Entertainment

  • Casino
  • Poolside hamburger grille
  • MIX Cocktail Bar
  • The Orient
  • The Dome
  • Connexions or Promenade
  • Players Bar & Casino
  • Charlie’s Bar
  • The Oasis Bar
  • Lido Pool Bar
  • The Cafe
  • Marquee Bar
  • Splash Swim up Bar

Onboard Activities

  • Four Pools
  • Aft Hot Tubs
  • Aqua Health Spa
  • Gymnasium and Fitness Area
  • Libary and Writing Room
  • Sports Court
  • Golf Centre
  • 24 Hour Internet
  • Business Centre
  • Duty Free Arcade

 

Ship facts

Ship Details
Gross Tonnage70,285 tonnes
Star Rating4 Star
Size/Style of ShipLarge/Resort
Entered ServiceBuilt 1991
RegistryGreat Britain
Former NameRegal Princess
Length245 metres
Beam32.2 metres
Draft7.8 metres
Propulsion/Propellersdiesel-electric (24,000kW)/2
Maximum Cruising Speed (knots)22.5
Passenger Capacity (twin)2020
Crew696
Nationality of OfficersItalian
Nationality of CrewInternational
Total Cabins795
Total Inside cabins171
Total Outside cabins624
Cabin/Suites with Balcony184
Wheelchair Accessible Cabins10
Passenger Decks11
Cabin Electricity110v & 220v
Elevators9
Self-Service LaundryYes
Onboard Currency (subject to change)Australian Dollar AUD
P & O

Holiday with P&O Cruises and join millions of Australians in a love of cruising and the brand that introduced it all 80 years ago. With Australian dollars onboard, Australian designed entertainment and a truly laidback holiday atmosphere, discover why P&O Cruises are Australia’s most loved cruise line. Journey everywhere from Papua New Guinea and the Pacific Islands, to New Zealand and various Australian coastal regions; journey with P&O Cruises.  

 

  Founded: 1932 (Australia)   2012/13 Fleet

  • 3 vessels (Pacific Dawn, Pacific Jewel and Pacific Pearl)

  Demographic

  • Predominantly 35+ everyday Australian couples and families

  Ship Facilities

  • Hot tubs and outdoor pools
  • Day spa and fitness centre
  • The Oasis, child free zone
  • Marquee theatre
  • Players bar and casino
  • Nightclubs and bars
  • Kids clubs
  • Duty free shopping
  • Art auctions

  Language

  • Language: English
  • Currency: AU$

  Destinations

  • Pacific Islands
  • New Zealand
  • Papua New Guinea
  • Tasmania
  • Queensland
  • South Australia
  • Victoria

  Accommodation

  • Choice includes great value interior cabins, outside cabins with a window or porthole and affordable balcony cabins that offer a private outdoor area
  • We also have a brand new range of interconnecting cabins, perfect for families

  Dining & Beverages

  • Your choice dining – a la carte three times a day in the Waterfront restaurant or casual dining at the buffet
  • Salt grill*, by Luke Mangan is an excitng addition to onboard dining
  • La Luna* Asian fusion on Pacific Jewel and Pacific Dawn

  Entertainment

  • Adults-only sit down Comedy Club
  • Musical extravaganzas and shows
  • Cooking demonstrations
  • Live bands and nightclubs
  • Bars and lounges
  • Big screen showing recent released movies, NRL and AFL
  • Outdoor arena with circus acts and acrobatics
  • Laser light shows
  • Art, craft and dancing lessons
  • Trivia, quizzes and karaoke
  • Jackpot bingo

  Children’s Facilities

  • The complimentary kids and teens programs are divided into age-relevant clubs and are open until 10pm
  • Guitar Hero, air hockey challenges, PlayStation 3 competitions, quizzes, pool games, sports competitions and hip-hop dance classes

  Cruise Price Inclusions

  • Accommodation
  • All main meals (selected restaurants)
  • Entertainment
  • Onboard activities
  • Supervised activity programs for children aged 3-17
  • Guest speakers and comedians
  • Cabins serviced daily by your steward

 
 

Call a Luxury Cruise Specialist on 1300 308 081 and Quote #23916

(During Business Hours)