You'll have over a month to explore the immense continent of Australia aboard Holland America's ms Volendam. Calling on the capital cities of all eight states and mainland territories, and enjoy an overnight in Perth where you can visit koalas, kangaroos and wombats in a nearby wildlife park. One of the many highlights of the cruise will be the four days spent sailing through the Great Barrier Reef.
ms Volendam
March 14, 2010 * Auckland to Sydney * 34 Days
Port Highlights: Auckland, New Zealand ~ Wellington, New Zealand ~ Sydney, Australia ~ Canberra, Australia ~ Hobart, Tasmania ~ Melbourne, Australia ~ Adelaide, Australia ~ Albany, Australia ~ Perth (Fremantle), Australia (overnight) ~ Exmouth, Australia ~Komodo Island, Indonesia ~ Darwin, Australia ~ The Great Barrier Reef: Far North and Torres Strait, Sherrad Island, Ribbon Reef Region ~ Cairns, Australia ~ Whitsunday Island, Australia ~ Brisbane, Australia ~ Sydney, Australia (overnight)
Fares From: $3,999
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Scenes from the ship:
Thanks to ms Volendam's wide teak deck and expansive windows - and daylight cruising through some of the most scenic regions in the world - you will enjoy unobstructed stunning views. In Australia, enjoy four full days exploring the incredible seascapes of the Great Barrier Reef, stretching nearly 1,600 miles along Australia's northeast coast. Highlights inclulde a sunset barbecue on deck and overnight anchorage off Sherrard Island and a visit to the Whitsunday Island, where you may disembark to snorkel, dive or ride a semi-submersible to view intricate coral formations, fish rippling like liquid jewels and the wonder of a giant clam garden.
Fare shown is per person based on double occupancy for minimum inside category K, cruise only and in US dollars. Non-discountable fees of $720 are included. Government fees and taxes are an additional $445.37 per person and subject to change.
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