9-Day Cruise - Vanuatu & New Caledonia from Sydney

Looking for a mid-year getaway? Something with sunshine, endless cruise activities and island life? Join us aboard the Carnival Splendour for a 9-day cruise from Sydney to Noumea, Lifou, Mystery Island and Mare. Your holiday awaits...

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Monday 7th July 2025 - Wednesday 16th July 2025

From Price: $1,169.00 Twin Share Per Person. (Not including flights. Please contact us for a quote that will suit your holiday needs)

Final Payment & Booking Close Date: Friday 6th June 2025.

Deposit: $500.00 (due at time of booking)

Inclusions:

Amazing stage shows, live musical performances, stand-up comedy and more.
Clubs, bars and lounges featuring DJs spinning, karaoke, piano sing-alongs and more.
Deck parties, game shows, trivia contests and more fun ways to get involved.
A fully-stocked fitness center, plus outdoor sports activities.
Pools and hot tubs for all, plus Serenity™ Adult-Only Retreat.
Great options for all six meals — breakfast, brunch, lunch, afternoon tea, dinner and late-night, that is — at the full-service Main Dining Room or the casual Lido Restaurant.
Specialty food spots for breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacking.
Self-serve soft-serve: choice of ice cream and frozen yogurt flavors.
Lemonade, iced tea, hot chocolate, non-bottled water and non-specialty coffee and tea.
Kids' menus available at most onboard dining venues.
A variety of room types, with options to sleep up to 5 people per room.
Stateroom attendant and daily turn-down service.
Soft, cozy linens.
Plenty of closet and drawer space.
Stateroom climate control.
Television.
Beach towels ready in your room, with bathrobes upon request.
In-room safe for storing valuables.

Day 1

Departs at 4:00 PM
Whether you’re departing or arriving in Sydney aboard Carnival Splendor™, you’ll be surrounded by icons. The Harbour Bridge and Sydney Opera House provide the perfect backdrop for all your selfies. Carnival Splendor is guaranteed to provide your family funbelievable memories all at great value.

Day 2

No port today! It’s a great time to explore your ship and its exciting entertainment, food and activities! Or take it easy at the pool, spa, or... if you book a room with a balcony, enjoy the waves.

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Day 3

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Day 4

8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Embark on an unforgettable South Pacific adventure to the heart of Noumea on one of our cruise ships. The 'Paris of the Pacific', Noumea, promises more sunshine days than any other Pacific Island capital.

With its white sandy beaches, crystal clear waters, and vibrant culture, a cruise to Noumea, the capital of New Caledonia, from either Sydney or Brisbane is guaranteed to give you an experience that transcends the ordinary. Enjoy exploring the hustle and bustle of this thriving South Pacific Island and the fusion of the French and Melanesian flavours during one of our shore excursions. Immerse in the Kanak culture, from traditional music and dance to arts and crafts. The Kanak culture is a vibrant tapestry that reflects the rich heritage of New Caledonia.

Snorkel the clear waters.
Wonder in the Grand Terre.
Enjoy the city centre.
Take in the Kanak culture.
Swim at Lemon Bay beach.

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Day 5

8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
A Lifou cruise allows you to experience a land of scenic contrast and natural beauty. As part of New Caldeonia’s Loyalty Island, a cruise to Lifou means enjoying one of the most beautiful places in the South Pacific. Crystal clear waters, white sands, and coral reefs are only part of the story.

Take a Lifou cruise and enjoy the stunning local fare, amazing guided tours, and views to die for. On a Lifou cruise in the South Pacific Islands, you can swim with the very friendly fish in the marine reserve, visit the secret grotto, and enjoy everything the tropical paradise has to offer.

Visit the Cliffs of Jokin.
Hike through tropical vegetation.
Snorkel in the marine reserve.
Tour the vanilla plantation.

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Day 6

8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Have you ever dreamed of escaping to a secluded, uninhabited island, far removed from the rest of the world? If so, a Mystery Island cruise with onboard activities from Sydney or Brisbane, Australia is the perfect adventure for you. This remote part of Vanuatu is exclusively visited by cruise passengers on cruise ships, offering a unique getaway experience.

Despite its lack of permanent residents, Mystery Island is brimming with shore excursions. The island gained popularity following a visit from Queen Elizabeth II in the 1970s, and it has since become a sought-after retreat. With its stunning beaches, crystal-clear waters, and some of the region's best snorkelling spots, a Vanuatu cruise to the South Pacific islands is an absolute must.

Stroll along the pristine white sand beaches.
Go on a snorkelling or stand-up paddle-boarding adventure.
Witness the vibrant sea life via a boat.
Immerse yourself in the local culture.

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Day 7

7:00 AM - 3:00 PM
If you want to visit some of nature’s most unspoiled beauty, then a Carnival Mare cruise is for you. When you think Mare Island, think white beaches, crystal clear waters, and absolutely stunning landscapes. A Mare cruise will give you some of the best beach experiences you’ll ever have. Each beach is different, from traditional sands to breathtaking cliffs.

And the inland is just as spectacular, with dark forests, intimidating caves, and natural pools brimming with fish and turtles. Taking a Mare cruise as part of a bigger New Caledonia cruise will put you well and truly on holiday. It’s impossible not to relax when you visit Mare Island on a South Pacific Island cruise.

Spectacular beauty.
Stunning beaches.
Crystal clear waters.
Friendly locals.
Inspiring nature.

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Day 8

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Day 9

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Day 10

Arrives at 6:30 AM
Whether you’re departing or arriving in Sydney aboard Carnival Splendor™, you’ll be surrounded by icons. The Harbour Bridge and Sydney Opera House provide the perfect backdrop for all your selfies. Carnival Splendor is guaranteed to provide your family funbelievable memories all at great value.

B=Breakfast, MT=Morning Tea, L =Lunch, AT= Afternoon Tea, D=Dinner

BOOKING INFORMATION AND PAYMENT METHODS

• Post in booking request/s with cheque to PO Box 73, Richmond 7025 and we will do the rest, please include your pick-up point and best contact number.

• Phone or visit our office and we can make a booking for you and provide you with a receipt.

• BANK TRANSFER: Please contact us for details if you wish to make payments via bank transfer.

• DAY TOURS: to secure your seat, full payment is required immediately. If you are unable to attend a day tour, we require 48 hours’ notice and we can provide you with a credit to use on another day tour. Cancellation under 48 hours is non-refundable.

• MULTI-DAY TOURS: to secure your seat, a deposit is required immediately. This deposit is non-refundable and non-transferable to other tours. There will be a final date provided for the remainder of the package payment.

• PASSENGER FORMS: All travellers on our Multi Day and Interstate/ International Tours are required to complete a Passenger Form which includes details of dietary, mobility and next of kin. This only needs to be completed once or updated when your details change.

• If we cancel a tour for any reason, we can provide a refund or credit to be used within 18 months.

• PICK UP: If you have a group of 6 or more, we can arrange a separate pick up for you.

• POSTAGE: Due to increased cost of postage & delays we will not be posting payment receipts. We encourage you to visit us at our office if you require a receipt or provide us with an email address.

• TRAVEL INSURANCE: We strongly recommend you obtain appropriate travel insurance at the time of paying your deposit for any of our multi-day tours.

• PRICE CHANGES: Prices may change without notification.

• ITINERARY CHANGES: We reserve the right to alter or omit any part of the itinerary.

• SAFETY: Coal River Coaches reserves the right to decline to carry anyone if it is felt the individual cannot cope with the requirements of the tour, or who may require services that we cannot guarantee will be available, or if meals (due to certain dietary requirements) cannot be catered for.

• SEATING: Coal River Coaches now operates with a Seat Rotation system on all Coach Tours.

• WAIT LISTS: If a Tour that you want to go on is full, we can pop you on the “Waitlist”. This means if we have a cancellation, we will contact you.

Our Tours are subject to the venue & events in which we attend. If there are any changes or cancellations, we will make reasonable endeavours to contact you.

Please refer to the full terms and conditions for more information.

Phone: 03 6272 2645

Email: [email protected]

97a Grove Road Glenorchy Tasmania 7010

Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.