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Scenic Eclipse II May 8-23 2028 Cruise & Offers | Scenic Cruises
Australia’s Top End, Indonesia & The Ghan - Cruise & Land Journey: Cairns to Adelaide
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May 8-23 2028 · Voyage OOG2080528.2
Ports & shore experiences
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May 8 2028Cairns, Queensland, Australia
About Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Welcome on board Scenic Eclipse II, your 6-star ultra-luxury Cairns, Queensland, Australia is a published destination on Australia’s Top End, Indonesia & The Ghan - Cruise & Land Journey: Cairns to Adelaide aboard Scenic Eclipse II.
Experience planning
No separate voyage-specific experience list is verified in the current official data for this entry. Deluxe Cruises can help review the final programme closer to departure.
May 9 2028Lizard Island, Queensland, Australia
About Lizard Island, Queensland, Australia
Lizard Island, nestled in Queensland's Great Barrier Reef, offers unrivalled access to vibrant inner and outer reefs teeming with marine life. Fringed by 24 pristine beaches, this tropical haven blends adventure and tranquillity. Kayak~ across tranquil turquoise waters with your Discovery Team, uncovering hidden coves, or stroll along the soft sands of Watson's Bay, a beautiful stretch steeped in history.
Verified voyage-specific experiences
- Scenic Discovery. The exact-voyage entry mentions kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, snorkelling, guided hiking or trekking, swimming. These are published possibilities, not guaranteed operations.
May 10 2028Cape York, Queensland, Australia
About Cape York, Queensland, Australia
Discover a truly unique location in Queensland and a travel wish list of many Australians as we arrive in Cape York, the northernmost point of mainland Australia. This experience is marked by the sight of the rocky headland overlooking startling aqua seas few people ever get to see.
Verified voyage-specific experiences
- Scenic Discovery. The exact-voyage entry mentions Zodiac cruising or transfers, guided hiking or trekking. These are published possibilities, not guaranteed operations.
May 11 2028Thursday Island, Queensland, Australia
About Thursday Island, Queensland, Australia
Explore a captivating blend of cultures on Thursday Island. This Torres Strait gem reveals the influences of British settlement, the pearling industry, and Indigenous heritage. Immerse yourself in history at Green Hill Fort, where cannons and tunnels house the Torres Strait Historical Museum, and discover the rich heritage through historical artifacts and contemporary Indigenous art at the Gab Titui Cultural Centre.
Experience planning
No separate voyage-specific experience list is verified in the current official data for this entry. Deluxe Cruises can help review the final programme closer to departure.
May 12 & 17 2028At Sea
About At Sea
Begin your morning at sea with a refreshing dip in the Vitality pool on Deck 10, followed by a leisurely coffee at the Observation Terrace. Alternatively, join an early guided meditation session on deck, embracing the tranquillity of the open sea.
Day planning
No separate voyage-specific experience list is verified in the current official data for this entry. Deluxe Cruises can help review the final programme closer to departure.
May 13 2028Asmat, South Papua, Indonesia
About Asmat, South Papua, Indonesia
Venture into the labyrinth of rivers and mangrove-lined channels that define Asmat Regency, one of Indonesia’s most culturally compelling and least-visited regions. Life here unfolds along tidal waterways, where villages stand on stilts above the mudflats and travel is by canoe rather than road.
Experience planning
No separate voyage-specific experience list is verified in the current official data for this entry. Deluxe Cruises can help review the final programme closer to departure.
May 14 2028Triton Bay, West Papua, Indonesia
About Triton Bay, West Papua, Indonesia
Triton Bay, a remote and pristine corner of West Papua, offers a remarkable encounter with nature. Snorkel in the crystal-clear waters among vibrant coral reefs, tropical fish, and graceful manta rays. Towering limestone karsts rise dramatically from the shoreline, while lush rainforests, alive with birds of paradise and other endemic wildlife, stretch inland.
Experience planning
No separate voyage-specific experience list is verified in the current official data for this entry. Deluxe Cruises can help review the final programme closer to departure.
May 15 2028Kai Islands, Indonesia
About Kai Islands, Indonesia
There are thousands of beaches in Indonesia, yet the ones you’ll see today might be the country’s most beautiful. The Kai Islands are part of the Maluku Province and are made entirely of white sand and coral. These talcum powder-beaches are lapped by the strikingly blue waters of the Banda Sea and fringed with lush rows of palm trees.
Verified voyage-specific experiences
- Scenic Discovery. The exact-voyage entry mentions kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, snorkelling, swimming. These are published possibilities, not guaranteed operations.
May 16 2028Tanimbar Islands, Indonesia
About Tanimbar Islands, Indonesia
Hidden in Indonesia’s southern Maluku province, the remote Tanimbar Islands offer a stunning mix of wild landscapes, rare wildlife, and white-sand beaches. Beyond their natural beauty, the Tanimbar Islands invite you to discover a vibrant cultural heritage.
Verified voyage-specific experiences
- Scenic Discovery. The exact-voyage entry mentions kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, snorkelling, swimming. These are published possibilities, not guaranteed operations.
May 18 2028Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia
About Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia
Your voyage concludes in Darwin, where the tropical north offers a striking contrast to the remote islands and coral seas explored along the way. After a final morning on board Scenic Eclipse II, farewell the Captain and crew, carrying with you the memories of an extraordinary journey through some of the region’s most rarely visited places.
Experience planning
No separate voyage-specific experience list is verified in the current official data for this entry. Deluxe Cruises can help review the final programme closer to departure.
May 19 2028Darwin
About Darwin
Darwin is a published destination on Australia’s Top End, Indonesia & The Ghan - Cruise & Land Journey: Cairns to Adelaide aboard Scenic Eclipse II. It provides the setting for this stage of the journey; arrival, departure, berthing and excursion details are displayed only when they appear in the stored Scenic schedule, and final operating information should be reconfirmed before sailing.
Verified voyage-specific experiences
- Jumping Crocs and Nature Adventure. Verified Scenic Freechoice option for this exact voyage.
- WWII Bombing of Darwin Tour. Verified Scenic Freechoice option for this exact voyage.
May 20 2028Darwin – The Ghan
About Darwin – The Ghan
Your journey begins with a morning departure from Darwin on board the famous Ghan (Gold Service) for your Scenic Special Stay. The train, which runs between Darwin and Adelaide, provides one of the world’s greatest rail journeys as it cuts across remote desert landscapes in impeccable luxury.
Experience planning
No separate voyage-specific experience list is verified in the current official data for this entry. Deluxe Cruises can help review the final programme closer to departure.
May 21 & 22 2028The Ghan
About The Ghan
After your first night on The Ghan, you’ll be greeted by a morning view of the spectacular Red Centre. A full day of excursions awaits you in the outback town of Alice Springs. Known locally as “Alice”, this vibrant outback hub is more than a country town.
Experience planning
No separate voyage-specific experience list is verified in the current official data for this entry. Deluxe Cruises can help review the final programme closer to departure.
May 23 2028The Ghan - Adelaide
About The Ghan - Adelaide
From your cabin window this morning, you’ll see a dramatic change in landscape as the rich ochre tones of the outback make way for the green fields of South Australia. This gradual transition gives you a sense of just how diverse Australia’s environments are.
Experience planning
No separate voyage-specific experience list is verified in the current official data for this entry. Deluxe Cruises can help review the final programme closer to departure.
Please note: Call times, operation type and experience details are shown only when verified in the exact-voyage data. Unpublished details have not been estimated. Confirm the final programme with Deluxe Cruises before sailing. No cruise-line links or itinerary prices are included here.
A closer look at this sailing
Australia’s Top End, Indonesia & The Ghan - Cruise & Land Journey: Cairns to Adelaide aboard Scenic Eclipse II
On May 8-23 2028, Scenic Eclipse II follows official voyage OOG2080528.2 from Cairns, Australia to Adelaide, Australia over 16 days. Its published progression includes Cairns, Queensland, Australia, Lizard Island, Queensland, Australia, Cape York, Queensland, Australia, Thursday Island, Queensland, Australia, At Sea.
Embark on a journey by sea and rail from coral reefs and remote island worlds to Australia’s interior. Begin aboard Scenic Eclipse II, where the Great Barrier Reef and Daintree Rainforest give way to northern Australia and eastern Indonesia. Then continue from Darwin aboard The Ghan through the Top End and Red Centre, where desert horizons, outback towns and optional visits to Uluru reveal the continent’s scale before arriving in Adelaide.
Scenic's official catalog provides 16 day-by-day entries for this departure but does not publish daily arrival and departure times. Those times remain explicitly unpublished here rather than being estimated.
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