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Enjoy this great southern land as Cook did - by sea.

Sometimes the best adventures are right in your own backyard. It helps if your backyard is the largest island and its own continent as well. Add a rich cultural history and the friendliest locals in the Southern Hemisphere and you've got the recipe for the perfect Australian holiday.

Head north to the tropics to experience the magic of Brisbane, Cairns and the Great Barrier, or south to the rugged isle of Tassie and Hobart. Go west to exquisite destinations perched between wilderness and the sea. Soak up the beauty of The Kimberley and Broome or Barossa's world-renowned wines in Adelaide. You'll find indigenous culture, unique wildlife, scenic golf courses, fantastic sightseeing and so much more. Australia has the perfect mix of excitement and awe-inspiring natural beauty.

P&O Cruises offers a number of short break and longer cruises departing near you.  Match the itinerary of your dreams to the shore tours offered to create your own ideal Australian holiday.

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Ports of Call in Australia 

  • Adelaide

    Since the first governor proclaimed a new settlement from under a gum tree in 1836, Adelaide has come on in leaps and bounds. Perhaps the most...

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  • Albany

    Albany looks out across the Southern Pacific Ocean toward Antarctica. The clean, pristine ocean harbors and island inlets are a sight to see. The...

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  • Brisbane

    Brisbane holidays are characterised by the city’s exotic recreation spots and the irresistible riversides. Take a cruise (or try canoeing or...

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  • Burnie

    Burnie, Tasmania is situated on the North West coast of 'The Apple Isle'. This deep-water anchorage was once called Emu Bay. Today the town owes...

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  • Cairns

    A holiday in Cairns is the ultimate Queensland holiday. The city of Cairns is the heart of the Tropical North - a focal point for visitors and...

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  • Christmas Island

    This nature lover's paradise has unique species of flora and fauna including the famous Christmas Island Red Crabs. Hear the story of their annual...

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  • Fremantle

    The port city of Fremantle is steeped in history; a classic mix of Victorian-era style buildings and modern pubs, boutiques and seafood...

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  • Geraldton

    Famous for its rock lobster industry and pristine beaches, Geraldton is a perfect port of call for WA holidays. Snuggled between the Indian Ocean,...

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  • Hobart

    Australia's island state, Tasmania, is home to Hobart. Hobart is Australia's second oldest city and was founded in 1804. It is nestled between the...

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  • Melbourne

    Melbourne is located in Australia's smallest continental state, Victoria. Originally a part of the state of New South Wales, Melbourne was made a...

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  • Newcastle

    A holiday in Newcastle will also immerse you in its history. The city has been transformed from a convict town to the industrial centre of the...

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  • Norfolk Island

    Norfolk Island offers the epitome of holidaying in a piece of paradise. This hidden gem of tranquillity offers majestic pines towering atop...

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  • Port Arthur

    This area is most famous for its convict ruins - home to 12,500 convicts between 1837 and 1877 - but it is also an incomparable combination of...

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  • Port Douglas

    The beachside town of Port Douglas is an ideal location for exploring the Great Barrier Reef and the rich ecology of the Wet Tropics Area. You will...

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  • Sydney

    The biggest bonus of a Sydney holiday is the awe-inspiring views of the beautiful Sydney harbour from different viewpoints. The Sydney Harbour...

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  • Townsville

    Townsville can provide the ultimate tropical holiday.  The area is unique because of the convergence of differing landscapes. With the Great...

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  • Whitsunday

    These 74 tropical islands, set amidst coral reefs and deep waterways, are famous for their beauty. They offer some of the world’s most beautiful...

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  • Yorkeys Knob (Cairns)

    The trendy beach resort, Yorkeys Knob is just 13kms away from Cairns, the hub of North Queensland. Famous for its tropical rainforests, sunny skies...

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Take advantage of our cheap cruises and book right now online. Or you can visit your travel agent or call 13 24 94 (AU) or 0800 780 716 (NZ).

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