Ochre and Azure – Fremantle, Broome & Cairns

About this cruise

Somewhere around day five the ship stops being transport and starts being home. This 23-night sailing from Adelaide on October 26, 2027 visits Albany, Busselton and Fremantle, with additional stops along the Australia & New Zealand. Disembarkation is in Sydney. The first couple of days are at sea, which gives you time to settle in and get to know the ship before the ports begin. The distances are huge, which makes the sea days feel earned, and the ports feel worth it. Most ports give you about 9 hours, so you can do more than just tick off the main sights. As for the ship itself, Grand Princess keeps you well fed. 10 places to eat, with 6 included in the fare and a few specialty spots if you're in the mood. 23 nights is long enough to build a routine on board: favourite restaurant, favourite deck chair, favourite people. It starts to feel like a floating village. A proper voyage for people who like to take their time and hate rushing through destinations. Being shoulder season helps: golden light, comfortable weather, and shorter queues at the popular spots. You start in Adelaide and come back with stories from Albany, Busselton and Fremantle, with additional stops along the Australia & New Zealand.