Rust & Reef Run – Broome & Cairns

About this cruise

Somewhere around day five the ship stops being transport and starts being home. This 17-night sailing from Fremantle on April 13, 2027 visits Exmouth WA, Broome WA and Darwin, with additional stops along the Australia & New Zealand. The sailing ends in Sydney. Sea days bookend the port visits. You settle in, see the ports, then have time to wind down before heading home. The distances are huge, which makes the sea days feel earned, and the ports feel worth it. Most ports give you about 8 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. 17 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. A spring departure helps too: decent weather and a calmer feel at each port. If you've been thinking about a cruise, this 17-night sailing is a strong place to start.