Overview

This 6-night Carnival Cruise Line cruise aboard Carnival Encounter sets sail from Brisbane, bound for the shores of North America and Caribbean. Ports of call include Airlie Beach, Cairns, Queensland, and Willis Island, Queensland, giving you the chance to explore some of North America and Caribbean's most captivating destinations. Whether you're relaxing on deck on a sea day or exploring ashore, this Carnival Cruise Line journey offers something for everyone. From £398 per person, you could be stepping aboard the Carnival Encounter and heading for North America and Caribbean.

Carnival Cruise Line

Carnival Cruise Line

Specialising in fun-filled family holidays, Carnival Cruises traverse the seas of Europe and North America with a fleet of more than 20 sleek cruise liners.

Founded in 1972 and based in the United States, Carnival strives to entertain travellers of all ages, offering a veritable smorgasbord of facilities and activities. Ultimately casual but packed full of excitement, Carnival Cruises are ideal for passengers looking for a livelier holiday.

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Cruise Itinerary

Day 1
Brisbane, Queensland
Cruising to Brisbane offers a delightful blend of history, culture, and natural beauty. Established as a penal colony in 1824, Brisbane has evolved into a vibrant metropolis while retaining its colonial charm. Visitors can explore historic sites like the Brisbane City Hall and Old Windmill, which offer glimpses into the city's past. The local culture is characterized by a laid-back Aussie vibe, with residents known for their friendliness and hospitality. Be sure to catch a performance at the Queensland Performing Arts Centre or stroll through the South Bank Parklands, where art and entertainment thrive.
Day 2
At sea
Day 3
Willis Island, Queensland
Day 4
Cairns, Queensland
Cairns, with its rich history dating back thousands of years to the Indigenous Aboriginal peoples, offers cruisegoers a glimpse into Australia's ancient past. Once a sleepy fishing village, Cairns has evolved into a bustling tourist hub, attracting visitors with its vibrant culture and stunning natural beauty. The city's unique blend of Indigenous, European, and Asian influences is evident in its art, cuisine, and traditions. Local cuisine in Cairns is a feast for the senses, with fresh seafood, tropical fruits, and Indigenous bush tucker dishes tantalizing taste buds. Don't miss the chance to try traditional Aboriginal fare like kangaroo or crocodile, washed down with a refreshing glass of locally brewed beer or a tropical cocktail.
Day 5
Airlie Beach
Day 6
At sea
Day 7
Brisbane, Queensland
Cruising to Brisbane offers a delightful blend of history, culture, and natural beauty. Established as a penal colony in 1824, Brisbane has evolved into a vibrant metropolis while retaining its colonial charm. Visitors can explore historic sites like the Brisbane City Hall and Old Windmill, which offer glimpses into the city's past. The local culture is characterized by a laid-back Aussie vibe, with residents known for their friendliness and hospitality. Be sure to catch a performance at the Queensland Performing Arts Centre or stroll through the South Bank Parklands, where art and entertainment thrive.
Day 1 Brisbane, Queensland
Brisbane, Queensland

Cruising to Brisbane offers a delightful blend of history, culture, and natural beauty. Established as a penal colony in 1824, Brisbane has evolved into a vibrant metropolis while retaining its colonial charm. Visitors can explore historic sites like the Brisbane City Hall and Old Windmill, which offer glimpses into the city's past. The local culture is characterized by a laid-back Aussie vibe, with residents known for their friendliness and hospitality. Be sure to catch a performance at the Queensland Performing Arts Centre or stroll through the South Bank Parklands, where art and entertainment thrive.

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Day 2 At sea
At sea
Day 3 Willis Island, Queensland
Willis Island, Queensland
Day 4 Cairns, Queensland
Cairns, Queensland

Cairns, with its rich history dating back thousands of years to the Indigenous Aboriginal peoples, offers cruisegoers a glimpse into Australia's ancient past. Once a sleepy fishing village, Cairns has evolved into a bustling tourist hub, attracting visitors with its vibrant culture and stunning natural beauty. The city's unique blend of Indigenous, European, and Asian influences is evident in its art, cuisine, and traditions. Local cuisine in Cairns is a feast for the senses, with fresh seafood, tropical fruits, and Indigenous bush tucker dishes tantalizing taste buds. Don't miss the chance to try traditional Aboriginal fare like kangaroo or crocodile, washed down with a refreshing glass of locally brewed beer or a tropical cocktail.

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Day 5 Airlie Beach
Airlie Beach
Day 6 At sea
At sea
Day 7 Brisbane, Queensland
Brisbane, Queensland

Cruising to Brisbane offers a delightful blend of history, culture, and natural beauty. Established as a penal colony in 1824, Brisbane has evolved into a vibrant metropolis while retaining its colonial charm. Visitors can explore historic sites like the Brisbane City Hall and Old Windmill, which offer glimpses into the city's past. The local culture is characterized by a laid-back Aussie vibe, with residents known for their friendliness and hospitality. Be sure to catch a performance at the Queensland Performing Arts Centre or stroll through the South Bank Parklands, where art and entertainment thrive.

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2600
Passengers
1100
Crew
2002
Launched
2025
Last refit
108865t
Tonnage
290m
Length
48.5m
Width
22kts
Speed
14
Decks
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Carnival Encounter

Carnival Encounter

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.

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Customer reviews

Reviews Fantastic Journey Cruise (aka repositioning)
Fantastic Journey Cruise (aka repositioning)
This cruise was a 22 day journey from Seattle to Sydney. Lots of sea days, but what an amazing way to travel between the two continents! Boarding the ship was a nightmare. We were travelling to remote locations so insurance was a must as was a visa waiver for Australia. The port building WiFi was horrendous so I couldn't prove I had insurance - it's part of my packaged bank account, and my banking app wasn't working. But I managed to show my daughters insurance and our visa waivers. The head of customer services allowed us to board and I took my phone to guest services later to show my insurance details. All was good because I had insurance. The cruise director, fun squad and Carnivals own entertainers were super. The enrichment programme was amazing too. How often can anyone say they learnt about Hawai'i from Princesses? The sauna was good but locker space was ridiculous far too few lockers and selfish guests were commandeering a locker for the whole 22day cruise because they could! The itinerary was good - some fabulous stops on our way to Sydney. The crew were fabulous and could not do enough. Even with the number of sea days, I can honestly say it was one of the best cruises I've taken. Sadly due to Carnival changing it's reward programme, I doubt I'll sail with them again esp as the itinerary is so USA-based. It's a shame, I'm not far off Diamond but too far off achieve it in the time-frame.
4
Carnival Cruise Line Carnival Luminosa
Reviews Customer Review
Customer Review
While it was nice to get back to cruising, the stress of getting a covid test and results was exhausting, with having to work. The food quality has gone down some, which could be due to supply. Service was top notch as always. Vendors in Nassau was a little pusher than usual. Most definitely can tell some cut backs have been made. I'm just ready to get on my next ship.
4
Carnival Cruise Line Carnival Sunshine
Reviews Customer Review
Customer Review
The ship was very old although stated to have been refurbished. We travelled from New Orleans Gulf of Mexico. Food relatively good but entertainment poor and shows started when dining so we missed more than half. Drinks package was too expensive at £400 plus for the week each. Drinks were watered and there were no sugar free or slimline mixers to cater for diabetics. Balcony was dirty and never washed. Staff were good especially the cabin staff. The ship look and felt tired and in need of modernisation. Boarding and embarkation were managed well.
4
Carnival Cruise Line Carnival Glory

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