Coral Princess
11 NIGHT ACROSS THE TOP Darwin -Cairns or reverse
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2009 |
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Twin Share |
Sole use |
Twin Share |
Sole use |
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| Cabin | $6,200 pp | $9,300 | $6,450 pp | $9,675 |
| Stateroom | $7,100 pp | $10,650 | $7,350 pp | $11,025 |
| Upper Deck Stateroom | $7,300 pp | NA | $7,550 pp | NA |
| Deluxe Stateroom | $7,500 pp | NA | $7,750 pp | NA |
| INCLUSIONS: accommodation; services of expedition staff including lectures, briefings, slide/film presentations, and other group activities; group transfers during the cruise; all meals; 24 hours tea/coffee station; landing fees. | ||||
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Combine a Coral Princess Across the Top cruise with a Kimberley cruise for a total 10% discount |
"Explore the Great Barrier Reef and remote Cape York, the remote and mysterious Arnhem Land, and the beauty of Kakadu and the Cobourg Peninsula on our 11 night expedition cruise between Cairns and Darwin."
DAY 1
07:00 Board the Coral Princess at Darwin, the capital of the Northern Territory and gateway to the "Top End". Depart Darwin at 08:00am for the Tiwi Islands. This afternoon we visit Bathurst and Melville Islands. With traditional Tiwi as our guides we learn of the unique cultures of the Tiwi people and visit their fascinating art centres. There is the opportunity to purchase their wonderful screen-printing, art, woodcarvings and pottery. This evening enjoy the Captain's Welcome Aboard Cocktail Party.
DAY 2
On Coburg Peninsula, Port Essington is famous for the ruins of the failed Victoria Settlement. Here we use the services of the National Park Rangers to guide and help us explore the ruins. We will also visit the Ranger's Interpretation Centre at Black Point.
DAY 3
Having cruised through Bowen Strait and across the Arnham Land coast we make landfall on one the beautiful islands of the Wessell Group. Here our expert guides and lecturers will share with you the fascinating history of the Macassan traders and early discoverers. Time and tides permitting we will enjoy a beach BBQ on one of these uninhabited islands.
DAY 4
We spend the day cruising and exploring the Wessell and English Company Islands.
DAY 5
We cruise through "The Hole in the Wall", Malay Straits and berth in the port of Nhulunbuy (Gove). On disembarking we are transferred to the Walkabout Lodge, tonight's accommodation.
DAY 6
This morning we join a tour of the Nabalco bauxite mine and Nambarra Art Centre. After lunch we visit the Yirrkala Arts and crafts centre and transfer to the airport for our charter flight across the Gulf of Carpentaria to Horn Island. Here we enjoy a tour of the island and learn of the significance of the Torres Strait Islands during World War II. Accommodation tonight is at the Gateway Torres Strait Resort.
DAY 7
This morning we are transferred by ferry to Thursday Island and rejoin Coral Princess. During the tour of Thursday Island we learn of the history of European settlement and the large pearling fleets. We will also have the opportunity to observe the distinctly different cultures of the Torres Strait Islanders and the Aboriginals. This afternoon we are guests of the local school when the children perform traditional dances for us. Following a short cruise to Cape York we go ashore and enjoy the sunset and champagne at the "Tip".
DAY 8
Forbes Island and reef: Enjoy the day exploring this historical island. Time for swimming, snorkelling, diving and reef fishing.
DAY 9
Davey Reef/Flinders Group of Islands: at Davey Reef and Cay we enjoy swimming and snorkelling and observe the large seabird rookery. We then go ashore at Stanley Island and view the Endaen Aboriginal rock art gallery depicting sailing ships of the last century. This is a unique art site seldom visited due to its isolated location. Time permitting we will also go ashore at Cape Melville famous for its peculiar mass of granite boulders that have tumbled down to the waters edge.
DAY 10
Lizard Island: Here we spend the day at one of the most beautiful islands on the Queensland Coast. We have the opportunity to climb Cook's Look, enjoy swimming and snorkelling and explore the Blue Lagoon.
DAY 11
Ribbon Reefs. Enjoy the day snorkelling, swimming and coral viewing on the magnificent Great Barrier Reef. This evening join the Captain and crew for his farewell cocktail party.
DAY 12
Arrive into the Port of Cairns at approximately 08:00am.
Please Note: This itinerary is an indication of the reef, islands and coastal areas we visit. While every effort will be made to follow the itinerary we do reserve the right to vary this itinerary to make allowances for weather and tidal conditions and any other event that may affect the operation of the vessel.
This cruise also operates in the opposite direction. Please call us on 1800 677 830 for enquiries.
