Carnival Cruise Line/Carnival Encounter

7 Night Brisbane, Australia Cruise on Carnival Encounter

Roundtrip from Sydney, NSW, Australia

Brisbane, Australia, Noumea, New Caledonia, and Lifou, New Caledonia

7 nightsSat, Feb 27, 2027Carnival EncounterCruiseOnly
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$1,353 pp

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Quick facts

  • Duration7 nights
  • DepartsSat, Feb 27, 2027
  • ReturnsSat, Mar 6, 2027
  • Departure portSydney, NSW, Australia
  • TypeCruiseOnly
  • ShipCarnival Encounter

Itinerary

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  1. Day 1 — Brisbane, Australia

    Dep 15:00:00

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    Brisbane, Australia

  2. Day 2 — Noumea, New Caledonia

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    Fun Day At Sea

  3. Day 3 — Lifou, New Caledonia

    Arr 14:00:00 · Dep 21:00:00

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    Noumea, New Caledonia

  4. Day 4 — Vila, Vanuatu

    Arr 08:00:00 · Dep 17:00:00

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    Lifou, New Caledonia

  5. Day 5 — Brisbane, Australia

    Arr 08:00:00 · Dep 17:00:00

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    Vila, Vanuatu

  6. Day 6 — FS1

    Visit again (first on day 2)

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    Fun Day At Sea

  7. Day 7 — FS1

    Visit again (first on day 2)

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    Fun Day At Sea

  8. Day 8 — BNE

    Arr 07:00:00

    Visit again (first on day 1)

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    Brisbane, Australia

Why book this sailing

  • Roundtrip convenience

    Sail from and return to the same port — simpler flights and transfers.

  • Suite & club options

    This ship offers upgraded categories when you want more space and perks.

  • Tax-inclusive pricing shown

    Lead prices include taxes and port fees where available — fewer surprises at checkout.

Cabins & suites

From

$1,353pp

$152 / night avg

Including taxes & port fees

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Prices shown are per person, based on double occupancy, and include taxes and port fees where available. Gratuities and optional extras are not included. All fares are subject to availability and may change. Final pricing will be confirmed at time of booking. Questions?

Ship experience

About this ship

Carnival Encounter sails year-round from Brisbane and is perfect for families, couples and groups of friends who want to lean into both fun and relaxation on their holiday.<br>Guests can expect the perfect blend between everyone&rsquo;s interests with kids clubs, teen-friendly hangout spaces, an adult-only retreat, dining that ranges from casual to connoisseur, and entertainment for all ages.

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What's included & extra

Included

  • Main dining rooms Traditional complimentary dining
  • Pools & fitness Ship amenities vary by vessel
  • Dining
  • Entertainment & Nightlife
  • Onboard Activities
  • Outdoor Activities
  • Wellness

Extra cost

  • Trattoria Serving rustic, home-style Italian fare and delicious freshly-cooked pizza. Combining a warm, relaxe
  • Luke's Bar and Grill An unforgettable dining experience is a highlight of every good holiday and that's exactly what's on
  • Luke's Burgers Luke's Burger Bar is full of delicious, casual options just made to be enjoyed on a deck chair by th
  • Thing 1 and Thing 2 Birthday Breakfast You're going to find that special spirit all throughout the party, so get ready to celebrate as you
  • Steakhouse Selections Now you can get these signature steakhouse dishes on your plate anytime you're enjoying dinner in th
  • The Chef's Table Your VIP experience starts with a champagne toast and hors d'oeuvres for a select group of 12-16, fo
  • Kids' Menus Kids' menus, available at most familiar options they love from home, like spaghetti and meatballs, c
  • 24 Hour Room Service Order something tasty from an extensive room service menu. And since you get hungry when you get hun

Policies & FAQ

Summaries only — read full policies on our policy pages.

Ship specifications

Beam
118 ft (35.9664 m)
Gross Tonnage
108,865
Maiden Voyage
March, 2025
Maximum Speed
20 Knot
Number of Crew
1,100
Number of Decks
12
Passenger Capacity (Double Occupancy)
2,600
Registry
Bahamas
Ship Class
Adventure Class
Ship Length
951 ft (289.865 m)
Wheelchair Accessible
Yes

Price history

DateFrom (pp)Per night
May 22$1,067$152
May 22$966$138
May 21$1,063$152
May 20$1,070$153
May 20$968$138
May 19$1,067$152
May 18$1,067$152
May 18$965$138
May 17$1,082$155
May 16$1,067$152

Prices shown are per person, based on double occupancy, and include taxes and port fees where available. Gratuities and optional extras are not included. All fares are subject to availability and may change. Final pricing will be confirmed at time of booking.