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Cruises from Brisbane

Whether you’re looking for a short break cruise or a longer holiday, there’s a P&O Cruise from Brisbane for you! Departing from the Brisbane International Cruise Terminal, built on the meandering Brisbane River, you can explore incredible Aussie destinations or idyllic adventures to the South Pacific, PNG and New Zealand.

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Australian Cruises From Brisbane

Cruise from Brisbane to beautiful Airlie Beach , alongside a visit to the world-famous Whitsundays. We recommend booking one of our short break cruises from Brisbane to soak up the few days off you may have. You can cruise to beautiful Airlie Beach and visit the world-famous Whitsundays. Or, try our Comedy Cruise , Country Cruise or Tribute to the King™ . If Main Events are more your style, hop on a cruise to Australia's cultural capital of Melbourne for The Race That Stops A Nation™.

Pacific Island Cruises From Brisbane

Explore the wonders of the Pacific on the Pacific Island Hopper . We’ve been cruising the South Pacific for 90 years, so we’re almost locals. Immerse yourself in the cultures of beautiful Island destinations with P&O Cruises from Brisbane.

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Travelling From Brisbane

Brisbane International Cruise Terminal

1 Cruise Terminal Dr, Pinkenba QLD 4008

Distance to/from City: 21kms/35mins

Distance to/from Airport: 12.7km/15mins

Note: Some GPS systems may not yet recognise the new address. If this is the case, use  Marine Road,  which becomes Cruise Terminal Drive.

There are three (3) car parks providing on-site paid parking at the Brisbane International Cruise Terminal.

• All car parks are managed by Wilson Parking.
• Car park pricing and booking information is available on the Wilson Parking website.  Parking must be booked in advance online through the Wilson Parking website
• Car Parks 1 and 2 only accept online bookings – no drive-up parking spaces available
• Car Park 3 has a very limited number of drive up spaces – vast majority is online bookings.

Wilson Parking contact details:

wilsonparking.com.au   (search "Brisbane International Cruise Terminal")

Wilson Parking Customer Care: 1800 727 546.

Offsite car parking operators

Andrew's Airport Parking  -  Ph: (07) 3268 4222

Portside Parking  - Ph: (07) 3630 0922.

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There aren’t too many places in the world more beautiful than those you’ll visit on a Carnival South Pacific island cruise. Soak up the white sands, the pristine beaches, and the tropical paradises that only South Pacific cruises can deliver. Make memories that will last forever as you scuba dive in pristine waters, take in the local culture, and relax at any of our South Pacific cruise destinations. And do it all on a ship that has more than 45 activities onboard for you and your family to enjoy.

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• Traipse the tropics
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Tahiti, French Polynesia & South Pacific Cruises

Enchanting isles cast a magical, mesmerizing spell.

There’s more than one paradise to be found on a South Pacific cruise. It’s where hidden jewels like “Mystery Island” and the Tuamotu Archipelago invite exploration. Take a Tahiti cruise, and other South Pacific cruises and you’ll not only discover the pearls of the South Pacific, you’ll also be introduced to its wonderful color, culture and flavors through unique programs on board and ashore that will change you forever.

Cruise Tahiti & French Polynesia

Enjoy the welcoming spirit and the idyllic islands of French Polynesia, sailing from Tahiti. You’ll discover sparkling lagoons and pristine beaches with overnight stays in Bora Bora, Papeete and a late-night stay in Raiatea.

Cruise The South Pacific

The South Pacific is full of treasures including Papua New Guinea, Fiji, & Vanuatu. Each island shares stunning natural beauty, colorful cultures and rich histories making cruising the best way to experience these enchanting locales.

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Why Cruise Tahiti & French Polynesia?

Tahiti & French Polynesia cruise highlights

Simply paradise

Rimmed by coral reefs, aquamarine lagoons and pristine beaches, the French Polynesian islands have lured those seeking paradise for centuries. Tahiti is the largest of the chain, and its capital, Papeete, is a great base from which it explore its treasures. Gorgeous Moorea, with awe-inspiring vistas from the top of its mounts, to the less frequented yet stunning destinations of Rangiroa and Raiatea; Bora Bora, the cradle of Polynesian culture, and Huahine, two pristine islands connected by a graceful bridge.

Ultimate water playground

The waters of French Polynesia have been called the richest aquarium on Earth, teeming with stunning snorkeling and diving experiences with reef sharks, rays and more. Its crystal-clear waters are home to the most exquisitely colored pearls in the world. Enjoy the island’s wonders on a catamaran to Moorea’s top snorkel spots. Spy Bora Bora’s under-the-sea wonders on a glass-bottom boat, and visit the freshwater eels of Huahine – where you can feed them by hand.

More time to discover these jewels

With our More Ashore program, guests enjoy more time to explore these tropical playgrounds. Enjoy a late-night departure from Raiatea and overnight experiences in beautiful Bora Bora and Tahiti. Indulge in the regional cuisine, sip vanilla-infused cocktails, and dance to Polynesian music under stars that shine more brightly than any place on Earth.

Why Cruise the South Pacific?

South Pacific cruise highlights

History & culture

Explore the life, culture, history and tradition the South Pacific as, a traditional village as it comes to life with tribal chants, see fire walking in Port Vila, and discover the Māori world of myths and legends while enjoying a delectable feast in Tauranga .

Natural wonders

Witness the amazing diversity of colored reef fish while snorkeling or scuba diving in the crystalline waters of the Isles of Pines, enjoy the sparkling beaches of Champagne Bay, and be in awe of the atoll of the Conflict Islands in Papua New Guinea.

Taste the local flavors

Savor authentic regional tastes created by our chefs and influenced by the destinations you are visiting, such as an exotic papaya & banana soufflé, Polynesian chicken pupu, grilled Wahoo fillet with mango salsa or even a traditional Hangi dinner.

Award-Winning shore excursions

See more of the South Pacific ashore with our award-winning shore excursions. Take a scenic drive and visit the renowned “Aquarium des Lagons” in Noumea, or go on a fishing expedition in Port Denarau.

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Tahiti, French Polynesia & South Pacific Cruise Travel Articles

Sail from Sydney, Brisbane, or Melbourne to the Isles of the South Pacific. Experience what it’s like to be pampered in paradise.

Finding "Bula" in Fiji

Like the Hawaiian "aloha," “bula” in Fiji is a welcoming sign of love, friendship and good health.

South Pacific Cruises: 4 Bora Bora Facts That You Didn't Know

Bora Bora, tucked in the shadow of Mount Otemanu is Bora Bora, is a popular cruise destination for people who truly want to surround themselves with natural beauty.

3 Unique Moorea Excursions to Embark On

The beautiful island of Moorea is your gateway to the wonderful and varied South Pacific shore excursions that you'll be able to experience in Polynesia.

Insider's Travel Guide to Tahiti: 5 Tips for Traveling in Tahiti

Use this Tahiti travel guide from Princess to plan your trip today. Get five tips to enhance your travels in Tahiti and make it an unforgettable experience.

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Remove the hassle from air travel and give yourself the gift of flexibility, time and a thicker wallet with Princess EZair flights. We negotiate lower rates with the airlines, allow you to modify your flight up to 45 days prior with no penalty and protect you if your flight is late or canceled.

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Let Princess pick you up from the airport and take you directly to your ship or hotel when you arrive, even if you didn't book your airfare through us. A uniformed Princess representative meets you at the airport after you've retrieved your luggage and transports you directly to your ship or hotel without you having to worry about the logistics of navigating a new city.

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Extend your cruise vacation, and simplify your travel plans with a hotel stay at the beginning or end of your cruise. With a Cruise Plus Hotel Package, a Princess representative meets you at the airport and pier, transporting you to and from your hotel. The package includes the cost of your hotel stay, transportation, luggage handling and the services of the representative.

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When it comes to taking in the richness and heart of the world, one of the best places that you can choose to spend your time is here in Brisbane. Not only is this a rich city filled with things to do and places to see, but it’s the kind of location that removes much of the challenge of living in such a location. However, if you are interested in South Pacific cruises departing Brisbane, then you can escape this special location and take in some amazing locations in the South Pacific.

From a trip over to Noumea to places like Mystery Island, Suva, the Isle of Pines and Port Denarau, you can find that there is a special piece of paradise waiting for you in the South Pacific. With so much to do and see in this special arena, you should find it very easy indeed to settle into the richness and heart of the culture of the entire region, ensuring that you can garner maximum enjoyment from the time that you spend here.

While many trips across Australia can be great fun, with our South Pacific cruises departing Brisbane you can take in a much more satisfying experience overall.

South Pacific Cruises Departing Brisbane

Not sure where to begin on the trip? Then you should look to invest in one of our many South Pacific cruises departing Brisbane. You can take in many parts of the South Pacific including a special trip to Fiji. This allows you to take in some very important parts of the region, and should ensure that you get to see some of the amazing, tropical and almost paradisiac views. From the amazing golden beaches to the clear blue skies and the near perfection of the area, you can find that our South Pacific cruises departing Brisbane make it very easy for you to see all of this up close and personal.

Doing this, you should find it very easy to really tap into the rich heart of culture and engagement that exists in such a special part of the world. With so much to do and see, you should find it very easy to make the most of the time that you spend here whilst ensuring that you can enjoy the kind of rich satisfaction that you would expect spending time aboard a stunning cruise ship, surrounded by amazing pacific islands.

It’s the kind of living experience that can easily confirm to you that you have ‘made it’ in life. The kind of lifestyle experience that should make it increasingly simple for you to engage and enjoy the richness of life and the fullness of the experience that you get to enjoy on a daily basis.

Done right, you can find that our tremendous South Pacific cruises departing Brisbane allows you to enjoy both life in Australia and then life across the Pacific in any way that you wish. Invest in your own entertainment today; depart Brisbane feeling fantastic starting today!

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8 Night South Pacific Cruise

Your ship quantum of the seas.

ADVENTURE FROM EVERY ANGLE

RipCord ® by iFLY ®

Adventure Ocean ®

FlowRider ®

A celebration for your senses.

Jamie's Italian by Jamie Oliver

Chops Grille℠

Coastal Kitchen

Putting the spectacle in spectacular.

Sonic Odyssey

North Star Bar

Bionic Bar ®

Day 1: brisbane, australia.

Get a 360 View

Local Cuisine

Day 2 - 3: cruising.

Dodgem Cars

Day 4: Noumea, New Caledonia

Wet and Wild

Walk with Nature

Kanak Culture Lesson

popular Shore Excursions

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Go on a Coral Safari

What's SUP?

Embrace the Escape

Day 6: Port Vila, Vanuatu

One for the History Books

Natural Heat Remedy

Find the Perfect Hideaway

Day 7 - 8: Cruising

Chef's Table

Hot Pot at Solarium Bistro

La Patisserie

Day 9: brisbane, australia.