Brisbane to Benoa, Bali
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Offer ends 31 March 2026
14 nights
Crystal Serenity
18 Mar '27Cruise overview
Brisbane’s superb shopping, dining, and golden sands are hard to leave but there are plenty more thrills in store on this cruise along the east coast of Australia to Indonesia. Our journey begins at Airlie Beach, jump-off point for the Great Barrier Reef, where divers can discover treasure beneath the waves and landlubbers can venture into the wilds of Conway National Park. Next, we spend a night in Cairns, a gateway to reef and rainforest – there’s an option to take to the skies for an overview of both. Now we cross to Papua New Guinea to visit Alotau, on the fringe of Milne Bay, with its bustling market and harbor brimming with colorful boats, and Port Moresby, the capital, where ancient traditions still pepper everyday life. You’ve three days at sea now, so relax and reflect on what you’ve seen and what’s to come in Indonesia. First, we visit Waingapu island on Sumba, to see the megalithic tombstones and learn about the indigenous culture. Next Komodo, an island prized by UNESCO for its biodiversity, which includes the famed “dragon”. Our final call is the port of Benoa in Bali, where we stay overnight – enough time to explore the Chinese Caow Eng Bio Temple, one of the oldest in Bali.
Itinerary
Brisbane, Queensland
Founded in 1824 on the banks of the wide, meandering Brisbane River, the former penal colony of Brisbane was for many years regarded as just a big country town. Many beautiful timber Queenslander homes, built in the 1800s, still dot the riverbanks and inner suburbs, and in spring the city’s numerous parks erupt in a riot of colorful jacaranda, poinciana, and bougainvillea blossoms. Today the Queensland capital is one of Australia’s most up-and-coming cities: glittering high-rises mark its polished business center, slick fashion boutiques and restaurants abound, and numerous outdoor attractions beckon. In summer, temperatures here are broilingly hot and days are often humid, a reminder that this city is part of a subtropical region. Wear SPF 30-plus sunscreen and a broad-brimmed hat outdoors, even on overcast days.Brisbane’s inner suburbs, a 5- to 10-minute drive or 15- to 20-minute walk from the city center, have a mix of intriguing eateries and quiet accommodations. Fortitude Valley combines Chinatown with a cosmopolitan mix of clubs, cafés, and boutiques. Spring Hill has several high-quality hotels, and Paddington, New Farm, Petrie Terrace, West End, and Woolloongabba are full of an eclectic mix of restaurants and bars. Brisbane is also a convenient base for trips to the Sunshine and Gold coasts, the mountainous hinterlands, and the Moreton Bay islands.
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At sea
Airlie Beach
Cairns, Queensland
Cairns, Queensland
At sea
Alotau
Port Moresby
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At sea
Darwin, Northern Territory
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Komodo Island
Bali
Bali
Double Guest Room with Ocean View
Elegant ocean-view accommodation offering comfort and style with large picture windows.
Amenities
- Queen-sized bed
- Marble bathroom
- Flatscreen TV
- Minibar
- WiFi
- 24-hour Butler service
- Safe
Ship features
Crystal Serenity blends five-star service with elegant design and an inviting, residential ambience that captures the essence of contemporary cruising.
- 740-guest luxury cruise ship
- Comprehensive refurbishment by A&K in 2023
- All suites with butler service
- Dedicated single-occupancy staterooms
- Multiple gourmet dining venues
- Crystal Life Spa and wellness centre
- Outdoor pool and sports deck
- Children’s Fantasia & Waves club
- Award-winning service and enrichment programmes
- Immersive pre- and post-cruise experiences by A&K
