Viking: Grand Australia Circumnavigation

Day 1

Sydney, Australia

Pass the Sydney Harbour Bridge and Opera House, or admire the UNESCO-listed Blue Mountains.

Day 2

Sail the Australian Coast

Learn more about Australia’s intriguing history as you trace its scenic coastline.

Day 3

Brisbane, Australia

See Queenslander and modern architecture, or venture to Steve Irwin’s Australia Zoo.

Day 4

Sail the Australian Coast

Discover the Australian coast that lures surfers and beach lovers with its dramatic waves.

Day 5

Whitsunday Islands, Australia

Indulge in the region’s breathtaking scenery by coach, plane or catamaran in the archipelago.

Day 6

Townsville, Australia

Admire the mix of old and new architecture, stroll The Strand or learn about Aboriginal culture.

Day 7

Cairns, Australia

See Cairns’ highlights, from the Botanic Gardens to the UNESCO-listed Great Barrier Reef.

Day 8

Sail the Coral Sea

Traverse the Coral Sea and admire the azure waters, a paradise for divers.

Day 9

Sail the Arafura Sea

Travel through the Arafura Sea, whose floor once formed a dry land bridge between continents.

Day 10

Sail the Timor Sea

Cross the Timor Sea, traveled by Indonesia’s indigenous people for centuries.

Day 11

Darwin, Australia

View the iconic Christ Church Cathedral or see wildlife including the jumping crocodiles.

Day 12

Sail the Timor Sea

Sail the Timor Sea and learn about its namesake current that flows along the coast of Timor.

Day 13

Komodo National Park (Slawi Bay), Indonesia

Encounter the indigenous Komodo dragon at Komodo National Park or snorkel at Pink Beach.

Day 14

Bali (Benoa), Indonesia

Immerse yourself in nature, discover Bali’s heritage and explore spiritual temples.

Day 15

Bali (Benoa), Indonesia

Sample delights of Balinese cuisine and discover its influences, and relax on pristine shores.

Day 16-18

Sail the Indian Ocean

Sail the Indian Ocean, one of the world’s major bodies of water and a historic trade route.

Day 19

Geraldton, Australia

Visit Geraldton and explore the natural beauty of Australia’s striking Coral Coast.

Day 20

Perth (Fremantle), Australia

Explore the cultural capital of this Western Australia state; sample wines in Swan Valley.

Day 21

Busselton, Australia

Stroll along Busselton’s iconic jetty, the longest wooden pier in the Southern Hemisphere.

Day 22

Sail the Indian Ocean

Uncover the geologic history of the Indian Ocean, home to an evolving undersea landscape.

Day 23

Albany, Australia

Discover the history and rugged beauty of Albany, Western Australia’s southernmost city.

Day 24-25

Sail the Great Australian Bight

Sail the Great Australian Bight along Australia’s southern, crescent-shaped shore.

Day 26

Adelaide, Australia

Uncover the rich culture of Adelaide, the cosmopolitan capital of South Australia.

Day 27

Scenic Sailing: Bass Strait

Bass Strait Pass through the Bass Strait and admire some of the scenic islands that dot this waterway.

Day 28

Melbourne, Australia

View Victorian-era architecture and visit Fitzroy Gardens or encounter some local wildlife.

Day 29

Burnie, Australia

Discover Burnie, a gateway to the Tasmanian World Heritage Wilderness Area.

Day 30

Sail the Gippsland Coast

Sail Australia’s Gippsland Coast, a picturesque shore of unspoiled landscapes.

Day 31

Eden, Australia

Discover the natural beauty and intriguing whaling history of the Sapphire Coast.

Day 32

Sydney, Australia

After breakfast, disembark your ship and journey home.