25-Day World Cruise Segment - Sydney to Dubai

21 nights from £1,119pp departing Sunday 16th Feb 2025

Itinerary

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					Arrive	Depart
	16th16	FebFeb	202525	Sydney, New South Wales, Australia, embark on the Island Princess		22:00
Sydney belongs to the exclusive club of cities that generate excitement. At the end of a marathon flight there's renewed vitality in the cabin as the plane circles the city, where thousands of yachts are suspended on the dark water and the sails of the Opera House glisten in the distance. Blessed with dazzling beaches and a sunny climate, Sydney is among the most beautiful cities on the planet.With 4.6 million people, Sydney is the biggest and most cosmopolitan city in Australia. A wave of immigration from the 1950s has seen the Anglo-Irish immigrants who made up the city's original population joined by Italians, Greeks, Turks, Lebanese, Chinese, Vietnamese, Thais, and Indonesians. This intermingling has created a cultural vibrancy and energy—and a culinary repertoire—that was missing only a generation ago.Sydneysiders embrace their harbor with a passion. Indented with numerous bays and beaches, Sydney Harbour is the presiding icon for the city, and urban Australia. Captain Arthur Phillip, commander of the 11-ship First Fleet, wrote in his diary when he first set eyes on the harbor on January 26, 1788: "We had the satisfaction of finding the finest harbor in the world."Although a visit to Sydney is an essential part of an Australian experience, the city is no more representative of Australia than Los Angeles is of the United States. Sydney has joined the ranks of the great cities whose characters are essentially international. What Sydney offers is style, sophistication, and great looks—an exhilarating prelude to the continent at its back door.
	17th17	FebFeb	202525	At Sea
	18th18	FebFeb	202525	Melbourne, Victoria, Australia	09:00	22:00
Consistently rated among the "world's most livable cities" in quality-of-life surveys, Melbourne is built on a coastal plain at the top of the giant horseshoe of Port Phillip Bay. The city center is an orderly grid of streets where the state parliament, banks, multinational corporations, and splendid Victorian buildings that sprang up in the wake of the gold rush now stand. This is Melbourne's heart, which you can explore at a leisurely pace in a couple of days.In Southbank, one of the newer precincts south of the city center, the Southgate development of bars, restaurants, and shops has refocused Melbourne's vision on the Yarra River. Once a blighted stretch of factories and run-down warehouses, the southern bank of the river is now a vibrant, exciting part of the city, and the river itself is finally taking its rightful place in Melbourne's psyche.Just a hop away, Federation Square—with its host of galleries—has become a civic landmark for Melburnians. Stroll along the Esplanade in the suburb of St. Kilda, amble past the elegant houses of East Melbourne, enjoy the shops and cafés in Fitzroy or Carlton, rub shoulders with locals at the Victoria Market, nip into the Windsor for afternoon tea, or rent a canoe at Studley Park to paddle along one of the prettiest stretches of the Yarra—and you may discover Melbourne's soul as well as its heart.
	19th19	FebFeb	202525	At Sea
	20th20	FebFeb	202525	At Sea
	21st21	FebFeb	202525	At Sea
	22nd22	FebFeb	202525	At Sea
	23rd23	FebFeb	202525	Fremantle, Western Australia, Australia	08:00	18:00
The port city of Fremantle is a jewel in Western Australia's crown, largely because of its colonial architectural heritage and hippy vibe. Freo (as the locals call it) is a city of largely friendly, interesting, and sometimes eccentric residents supportive of busking, street art, and alfresco dining. Like all great port cities, Freo is cosmopolitan, with mariners from all parts of the world strolling the streets—including thousands of U.S. Navy personnel on rest and recreation throughout the year. It's also a good jumping-off point for a day trip to Rottnest Island, where lovely beaches, rocky coves, and unique wallaby-like inhabitants called quokkas set the scene.Modern Fremantle is a far cry from the barren, sandy plain that greeted the first wave of English settlers back in 1829 at the newly constituted Swan River Colony. Most were city dwellers, and after five months at sea in sailing ships they landed on salt-marsh flats that sorely tested their fortitude. Living in tents with packing cases for chairs, they found no edible crops, and the nearest freshwater was a distant 51 km (32 miles)—and a tortuous trip up the waters of the Swan. As a result they soon moved the settlement upriver to the vicinity of present-day Perth.Fremantle remained the principal port, and many attractive limestone buildings were built to service the port traders. Australia's 1987 defense of the America's Cup—held in waters off Fremantle—triggered a major restoration of the colonial streetscapes. In the leafy suburbs nearly every other house is a restored 19th-century gem.
	24th24	FebFeb	202525	At Sea
	25th25	FebFeb	202525	At Sea
	26th26	FebFeb	202525	At Sea
	27th27	FebFeb	202525	At Sea
	28th28	FebFeb	202525	At Sea
	1st01	MarMar	202525	At Sea
	2nd02	MarMar	202525	At Sea
	3rd03	MarMar	202525	Mauritius, Mauritius	08:00	17:00
	4th04	MarMar	202525	At Sea
	5th05	MarMar	202525	At Sea
	6th06	MarMar	202525	At Sea
	7th07	MarMar	202525	At Sea
	8th08	MarMar	202525	At Sea
	9th09	MarMar	202525	Cape Town, South Africa, disembark the Island Princess	08:00
Sometimes referred to as the Mother City, Cape Town is the most famous port in South Africa and is influenced by many different cultures, including Dutch, British and Malay. The port was founded in 1652 by Dutch explorer Jan Van Riebeeck, and evidence of Dutch colonial rule remains throughout the region. The port is located on one of the world's most important trade routes, and is mainly a container port and handler of fresh fruit. Fishing is another vital industry, with large Asian fishing fleets using Cape Town as a logistical repair base for much of the year. The region is famous for its natural beauty, with the imposing Table Mountain and Lions Head, as well as the many nature reserves and botanical gardens such as Kirstenbosch which boasts an extensive range of indigenous plant life, including proteas and ferns. Cape Town's weather is mercurial, and can change from beautiful sunshine to dramatic thunderstorms within a short period. A local adage is that in Cape Town you can experience four seasons in one day.

Island Princess

Launch Year

2003

Refit Year

2017

Tonnage

91,627

Capacity

2,200

Cabins

1,000

Accessible

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Balcony Staterooms

Price guides

Grade Code		From	To
BF	Balcony	£1,699	£2,749
BZ	Balcony (Obstructed)	£1,775	£2,825
BY	Balcony (Obstructed)	£1,835	£2,885
BE	Balcony	£1,902	£2,952
BD	Balcony	£1,961	£3,011
BC	Balcony	£2,021	£3,071
BB	Balcony	£2,081	£3,131
BA	Balcony	£2,141	£3,191
B2	Premium Balcony	£2,260	£3,310
B1	Premium Balcony	£2,320	£3,370

This impressive stateroom offers the added indulgence of a balcony and gives you more space than a standard stateroom. Enjoy your own private outdoor space with a table, two chairs, and a relaxing view of the inspiring scenery surrounding you, whether a beautiful sunset over the ocean or a new city to explore. It’s also perfect to enjoy cocktails before dinner or a leisurely breakfast.

Stateroom Features:

Approx. 214 to 222 sq. ft., including balcony
Balcony with 2 chairs and table
Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors
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

▲3rd/4th berths available in select cabins.
†Charges apply for balcony dinner, pizza delivery and beverages. Subject to change.

Oceanview Staterooms

Price guides

Grade Code		From	To
OZ	Oceanview (Obstructed)	£1,392	£2,442
OE	Oceanview	£1,399	£2,449
OY	Oceanview (Obstructed)	£1,406	£2,456
OW	Oceanview (Obstructed)	£1,424	£2,474
OV	Oceanview (Obstructed)	£1,439	£2,489
OC	Oceanview	£1,609	£2,659
OB	Oceanview	£1,643	£2,693
O6	Premium Oceanview	£1,679	£2,729
O5	Premium Oceanview	£1,714	£2,764

Enjoy the added benefit of a view of the ocean from either a picture window or porthole that brings in natural light. This stateroom includes all the amenities of an interior room.

Stateroom Features:

Approx. 146 to 206 sq. ft.
A spacious picture window for memorable views
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

▲3rd/4th berths available in select cabins.
†Charges apply for balcony dinner, pizza delivery and beverages. Subject to change.
Note: Some categories have portholes versus picture windows. Some stateroom views are partially to fully obstructed.

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Ultimate Balcony Dining

Choose a luxurious breakfast or experience the “ultimate” romantic dinner at sea: a sumptuous multi-course meal, including succulent lobster tail and juicy steak, your beverage of choice, hors d’oeuvres, all served right on the privacy of your own balcony by our dedicated waitstaff. Treat yourself to this unparalleled indulgence and savour food, views and memories that will never be forgotten.

Additional charges apply.

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Churchill Lounge

The Churchill Lounge, on the Promenade Deck, is the ship's intimate smoking lounge where guests can also request a cognac from Crooners Bar next door to enjoy with their cigar.

Explorers Lounge

Want to just sit back with a cocktail and people watch? There’s plenty of seating and the bar menu features themed drinks from exotic destinations, speciality liqueurs and spirits offered nowhere else on board.

Wheelhouse Bar

Step into the Wheelhouse Bar on-board for a taste of British tradition. You'll find a menu of favourites advertised on chalkboards and displayed on counters for an authentic pub feel including fish & chips or a hearty Ploughman's Lunch

Live piano entertainment and drinks in a club-like ambience.

Movies Under The Stars

Throughout the day and night, our exclusive open-air poolside amphitheatre is the go-to destination for feature films, thrilling concerts and exciting sporting events such as live football games. Cozy up under a fleece blanket in the comfortable lounger and feast on complimentary fresh-popped popcorn in the evening or delicious cookies and milk during the day, and enjoy that exciting car chase or mystery thriller on the giant screen.

Princess Theatre

With dazzling stage sets, artists from around the globe, modern hits and timeless classics, the Princess Theatre, our largest theatre yet, showcases lavish, original productions with dynamic cast members in sumptuous surroundings. In this ultramodern theatre, relax in a plush seat with unobstructed sight lines as the velvet curtain goes up, a state-of-the-art lighting system illuminates the stage, and it’s on with the show!

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Holiday Summary

	21 nights aboard the Island Princess
	Evening entertainment & Broadway style shows
	Complimentary daily afternoon tea
	Choice of traditional or anytime dining
	Complimentary 24-hour room service
	Speciality Restaurants (charges may apply)
	Drinks package available
	Port Taxes and Fees
	ABTA and ATOL Protection*

Interior staterooms from		£1,119pp
IF	Interior	£1,119pp
IA	Interior	£1,375pp
IC	Interior	£1,316pp
ID	Interior	£1,289pp
IE	Interior	£1,248pp
IB	Interior	£1,346pp

Oceanview staterooms from		£1,392pp
OV	Oceanview (Obstructed)	£1,439pp
O5	Premium Oceanview
O6	Premium Oceanview	£1,679pp
OB	Oceanview	£1,643pp
OZ	Oceanview (Obstructed)	£1,392pp
OE	Oceanview	£1,399pp
OC	Oceanview	£1,609pp
OY	Oceanview (Obstructed)	£1,406pp
OW	Oceanview (Obstructed)	£1,424pp

Balcony staterooms from		£1,699pp
BC	Balcony	£2,021pp
BD	Balcony	£1,961pp
B2	Premium Balcony	£2,260pp
B1	Premium Balcony	£2,320pp
BA	Balcony	£2,141pp
BZ	Balcony (Obstructed)
BY	Balcony (Obstructed)	£1,835pp
BE	Balcony	£1,902pp
BB	Balcony	£2,081pp
BF	Balcony	£1,699pp

Suite staterooms from		£2,069pp
S4	Penthouse Suite	£14,400pp
S5	Premium Suite	£8,777pp
S6	Vista Suite	£7,599pp
M1	Club Class Mini-Suite	£2,808pp
MB	Mini-Suite	£2,480pp
ME	Mini-Suite	£2,069pp
MD	Mini-Suite	£2,338pp
MY	Mini-Suite No Balcony