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Your itinerary

Sydney, Australia
At Sea
Melbourne
At Sea
Kangaroo Island
Adelaide
Port Lincoln, Australia
At Sea
At Sea
Hobart, Tasmania
Port Arthur
At Sea
Sydney, Australia

Day 1

28th Feb '26

Sydney, Australia

Sydney, capital of New South Wales and one of Australia’s largest cities, is best known for its harbourfront Sydney Opera House, with a distinctive sail-like design. Massive Darling Harbour and the smaller Circular Quay port are hubs of waterside life, with the arched Harbour Bridge and esteemed Royal Botanic Garden nearby. More

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Day 2

1st Mar '26

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Day 3

2nd Mar '26

Melbourne

Victoria may be Australia’s smallest continental state, but Melbourne, its capital, is big on everything. With a population of 2.7 million people living in 59 separately named communities within 715 square miles, Melbourne is a sprawling city offering culture, art, fashion and friendly, sports-minded Australians. It is also an easy city to explore. At the heart of the city is the Golden Mile, the city’s governmental and commercial center, home to hotels, shops, restaurants and theaters. Originally part of New South Wales, Victoria became a colony in its own right in 1851. The discovery of gold propelled Melbourne’s growth to prominence and prosperity. More

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Day 4

3rd Mar '26

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Day 5

4th Mar '26

Kangaroo Island

Kangaroo Island boasts the kind of beauty that will stop you in your tracks. Over half the island is covered with “old-growth” bush land supporting huge populations of kangaroo, koala, goana, wallaby and other native Australian animals. Blessed by vast, open spaces and loads of sun, the “Islanders” raise sheep, create and cellar wines, produce sheep’s milk cheese, distill eucalyptus oil, and harvest the honey of the treasured Ligurian Bee. And there is a thriving art community producing internationally-renowned artwork, woolen items, and crafts. The quintessential seaside town of Penneshaw, where cruise ships dock and ferries come and go, is your gateway to it all. More

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Day 6

5th Mar '26

Adelaide

Founded in 1836, this graceful city lies nestled on the coastal plain between Gulf St. Vincent and the Adelaide Hills. Adelaide was the vision of Colonel William Light, Australia’s Surveyor General, who created a one-mile-square grid for the city’s center and surrounded it with a belt of stunning parkland. Today, Adelaide is a metropolis of over one million people, boasting wide, tree-lined boulevards, superb Victorian and Edwardian architecture, tranquil parks, world-class shopping, and the highest number of restaurants per capita of any city in Australia. Beyond the city and the rugged Adelaide Hills lie the Barossa and Eden Valleys. Here Australian vintners are winning international acclaim for their Cabernet Sauvignon, Riesling, Sauvignon Blanc and Shiraz. More

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Day 7

6th Mar '26

Port Lincoln, Australia

Port Lincoln, the “Seafood Capital of Australia” With its population of 14,500 Port Lincoln is a major commercial centre for the Eyre Peninsula and a popular destination for visitors. Not only a beautiful township overlooking Boston Bay, Port Lincoln makes an ideal base from where to explore the coast and experience Eyre Peninsula first hand. The shopping is extensive, offering everything from supermarkets and department stores to a myriad of specialty stores. Galleries and quality art and craft outlets with local products and souvenirs will add to your holiday experience. Make you holiday memorable by participating in one of our exciting tours and attractions on offer in and around Port Lincoln and Eyre Peninsula. For the adventurous, go Shark Cage Diving or Swim with the Australian Sea Lions. Or just stay on land and visit our local wildlife Fauna Park. More

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Day 8

7th Mar '26

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8th Mar '26

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Day 10

9th Mar '26

Hobart, Tasmania

Tasmania’s capital has much in common with Sydney. Founded but a few years later, Hobart also owes its origins to the establishment of a penal colony – and its natural setting is just as impressive. Seen from its fine deep-water harbor, Hobart spills over the lower reaches of the Derwent Valley as Mt. Wellington towers in the background. Much of the city’s heritage is centered on the historic waterfront. North of the city stretches the vast parkland of the Queen’s Domain. Many of Tasmania’s other attractions are within easy reach of Hobart. With more than 90 National Trust buildings, Hobart, founded in 1804, combines colonial character with a sophisticated metropolitan lifestyle. More

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Day 11

10th Mar '26

Port Arthur

Port Arthur is named for George Arthur, the Lieutenant Governor of Tasmania from 1823 to 1837. It was Arthur who converted a small convict lumber station on the Tasman Peninsula into the most feared penal colony in Australia. Preserved today as the Port Arthur Historical Site, the then state-of-the-art prison was designed to hold repeat offenders in isolation and hard labor. When it closed in 1877, it marked the end of a dark chapter in English and Australian history. Both Port Arthur is also your gateway to the wild and scenic Tasman Peninsula. Its wave-lashed coast is the site of spectacular rock formations such as Tasman Arch, the Tessellated Pavement and the Devil’s Kitchen. The peninsula is also home to small farms, superb fruit orchards and acclaimed vineyards. The Tasman Peninsula is one of the last refuges for the endangered Tasmanian devil. The Tasmania Devil Conservation Park is in the forefront of protecting these unique – if surly and downright disagreeable – remnants of Tasmanian prehistory. More

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Day 12

11th Mar '26

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Day 13

12th Mar '26

Sydney, Australia

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Your ship - The Discovery Princess

Discovery Princess, third vessel designed from the ground up with Princess MedallionClassTM and the final Royal-class ship, will continue to deliver an array of innovative new experiences. Enjoy 270-degree sweeping views from the largest balconies at sea, unwind in ultimate comfort at The Sanctuary, and indulge your senses with world-class dining options from Michelin-star chefs. Plus, Princess Live Entertainment presents spectacular new productions that can only be seen in our state-of-the-art Princess Theater.

Discovery

Anytime

Traditional

Chocolate

Market

Slice

Afternoon

Chef’s

Salty

Balcony

The

Take

Princess

Crooners

Movies

Voice

Musical

Festivals

Discovery

Platinum

Sports

MedallionNet

Featured

Lotus

The

Discovery

Description
Other
Relaxation
Entertainment
Food and Drink
Technology
Recreational
Fitness

Art Gallery
Concierge
Medical Centre
Shops
The Market
Wedding Chapel

Beauty Salon
Hot Tubs
Hydro Massage Pool
Lotus Spa
Lotus Spa
Massage
Sun Terrace
Swimming Pool
The Sanctuary(adults only)
Thermal Suite

Bar/lounge Area
Casino
Movies Under the Stars outdoor theater
Princess Theatre
Royal Theater
Vista Show Lounge

Bistro
Chef’s Table
Chocolate Buffet
Churchill Lounge
Crooners Bar
Crown Grill
Gelato’s
International Cafe
Pizzeria
Private Dining Area
Sabatini’s Italian Trattoria
Salt Grill Bar
The Restaurant
The Retreat Pool Bar
Ultimate Balcony Dining

Internet Cafe

Mini-golf course
Sports Court

Fitness Center
Jogging Track

Description

Other

Art Gallery
Concierge
Medical Centre
Shops
The Market
Wedding Chapel

Relaxation

Beauty Salon
Hot Tubs
Hydro Massage Pool
Lotus Spa
Lotus Spa
Massage
Sun Terrace
Swimming Pool
The Sanctuary(adults only)
Thermal Suite

Entertainment

Bar/lounge Area
Casino
Movies Under the Stars outdoor theater
Princess Theatre
Royal Theater
Vista Show Lounge

Food and Drink

Technology

Internet Cafe

Recreational

Mini-golf course
Sports Court

Fitness

Fitness Center
Jogging Track

Staterooms

balcony

Approximately 233 to 360 sq. ft. including balcony, this larger than standard balcony stateroom pro ... vides a partial or obstructed view from a private balcony. Choose this enhanced version of a Balcony stateroom with more space and a comfortable sofa bed. Enjoy a larger balcony with more room to view the beautiful scenery as you sail from destination to destination and take in the ocean breeze for a wonderful and romantic evening or morning. This stateroom also includes some of the amenities offered in a Mini-Suite stateroom. Approx. 233 to 279 sq. ft., including balcony Balcony with 2 chairs and table Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors Sofa bed Comfortable queen or two twin beds▲ Refrigerator Flat-panel television Private bathroom with shower 100% cotton, high-thread count linens Complimentary 24-hour room service† Spacious closet Desk with chair Hair dryer & bathroom amenities Digital security safe

inside

Approximately 166 to 175 sq. ft., this well appointed interior stateroom provides fine amenities. T ... hese staterooms are the perfect place to recharge your batteries. Our most affordable option, featuring two twin beds or a queen-size bed. Other amenities include a refrigerator, hair dryer, TV, closet and bathroom with shower. Comfortable queen or two twin beds. Refrigerator. Flat-panel television. Private bathroom with shower. 100% cotton, high-thread count linens. Complimentary 24-hour room service. Spacious closet. Desk with chair. Hair dryer & bathroom amenities. Digital security safe.

suite

Approximately 710 sq. ft., this Window Suite features a spacious stateroom with seating area and so ... fa bed. Enjoy suite-only upgrades and benefits. Surrounding you with deluxe accommodations, a spacious Suite with balcony includes all the amenities of a Club Class Mini-Suite, plus incredible premiums. Enjoy more living space, a sofa bed and separate seating areas, and wonderfully enhanced amenities that range from priority embarkation and disembarkation to a complimentary mini-bar setup in suite and so much more. Luxury balcony furniture including 2 loungers, 4 chairs, table and ottoman. 2 floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors. Separate sitting area with sofa bed, chair and 2 tables. One complimentary mini-bar setup and free daily bottled water. Spacious closet. Complimentary laundry and professional cleaning services. Complimentary Specialty Dining Dinner on embarkation evening. Priority specialty dining and shore excursion reservation. Priority disembarkation at tender ports. Comfortable queen or two twin beds. Refrigerator. Two flat-panel televisions. Private bathroom with tub and separate shower. 100% cotton, high-thread count linens. Complimentary 24-hour room service. Desk with chair. Hair dryer & fine bathroom amenities. Digital security safe.

outside

Approximately 172 sq. ft., this well-appointed stateroom features a picture window for memorable vi ... ews. This new stateroom design offers a stunning wall of floor-to-ceiling windows. Loads of natural light brings an airy, openness to the space. Whether the relaxed view of the deep blue sea, or inspired scenery of a new city on the horizon, the Deluxe Oceanview ensures picture-perfect snapshots from the comfort of your room. This stateroom includes all the amenities of an interior room. Stunning slanted floor-to-ceiling windows. Comfortable queen or two twin beds. Refrigerator. Flat-panel television. Private bathroom with shower. 100% cotton, high-thread count linens. Complimentary 24-hour room service. Spacious closet. Desk with chair. Hair dryer & bathroom amenities. Digital security safe.

Your itinerary

Day 1

Sydney, Australia

Arrive

Depart

Day 2

At Sea

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Day 3

Melbourne

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Day 4

At Sea

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Day 5

Kangaroo Island

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Day 6

Adelaide

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Day 7

Port Lincoln, Australia

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Day 8

At Sea

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Day 9

At Sea

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Day 10

Hobart, Tasmania

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Day 11

Port Arthur

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Day 12

At Sea

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Day 13

Sydney, Australia

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Your ship - The Discovery Princess

Staterooms

balcony

inside

suite

outside

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