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Classic Short Break Cruise

4 Days Sydney Return
Classic Short Break Cruise
Classic Short Break Cruise
Classic Short Break Cruise
Cruising At Sea
Cruising At Sea
Sydney
Sydney
Cruising At Sea
Cruising At Sea
Sydney
Sydney
Sydney
Sydney

Overview

Carnival
Cruise Operated By:
 (60) Reviews Total No. of Cruises 74
Carnival’s Classic Short Break is a 4-day (3-night) roundtrip from Sydney designed for easy, no-fuss cruising, with two full days at sea to settle into the onboard vibe. You’ll sail out past the harbour’s famous landmarks before switching into pure holiday mode - think plenty of entertainment, casual dining, and that signature “Fun Ship” energy blended with familiar P&O-style touches. The ideal itinerary to experience everything Carnival has to offer to see if it's right for you.
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A$396 per person
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Trip Length
Cruise Length

4 Days

Trip Starts
Cruise Starts

Sydney

Trip Ends
Cruise Ends

Sydney

Countries Visited
Countries Visited:
Cruise Shi
Cruise Ship
Carnival Adventure
Ship Reviews
3 Ship Reviews
Avg. Rating: 3.3/5
Ship Class
Ship Class

Grand Class

Passengers
Passengers

2,636

Crew
Crew

1,100

Ship Launch
Launched

2001

Ship Refurbished
Refurbished

2024

Cruise Code
Cruise Code

CT2

Itinerary

Departs: 4:00 PM

There are two dedicated cruise passenger terminals - the White Bay Cruise Terminal at Rozelle and the Overseas Passenger Terminal at Circular Quay in the city centre. This is your opportunity to marvel at Australia’s famous icons, the Sydney Opera House and the Sydney Harbour Bridge as you glide past The Heads - the dramatic sandstone cliffs at the entrance of the harbour.

You've got a foodie in you - everyone does! Awaken and delight yours on a Carnival cruise with delicious main dishes, tempting desserts and general yumminess everywhere you look. For an additional cover charge enjoy extraordinary dining at a range of specialty restaurants including Luke's Bar & Grill, The Chef's Table, Trattoria and Luke's Burgers - poolside!

Arrives: 4:30-6:30 AM*

Ships arriving into Sydney typically dock at Circular Quay, or the White Bay Cruise Terminal, slightly farther west. From Circular Quay, you can easily access the iconic Sydney Opera House and the Royal Botanic Garden. Public transport options include trains, buses, and ferries. White Bay passengers can take a shuttle or taxi to reach key attractions like Darling Harbour and The Rocks, known for their shops, restaurants, and historical sites.

Note: Ship ports may not be located in the starting & ending cities listed. Port and transfer details will be provided in your travel documentation. The provided itinerary is for informational purposes only. Activities and sightseeing attractions listed may not be available or achievable within the time in port. * Arrival and/or departure times vary depending on cruise departure date, so we have provided an indicitive range.

Life On Board

Carnival
 (60) Reviews
Total No. of Cruises 74
Over the years P&O Cruises led the Australasian cruise industry, and established themselves as the region’s only home brand and experts in delivering memorable cruise holidays. On every cruise, their guests are treated to a range of amazing onboard cruise activities, plenty of dining options, spectacular entertainment, more and a wide range of shore tours that offers something for everyone.

In March 2025, P&O Cruises Australia joined Carnival Corportation and it's two ships joined the fleet as Carnival Adventure® and Carnival Encounter®. Onboard, guests can expect a seamless blend of Carnival’s signature Fun Ship experience, plus many of the much-loved P&O features, giving guests the best of both worlds.
Carnival Adventure
Carnival Adventure

Experience a unique blend of new dining venues, exhilarating Twin Racer Waterslides, family-friendly areas, and the exclusive Byron Beach Club. Read more

Happy Families
Happy Families

Welcome to a family holiday where you can have it all. There's something for adults, kids and everyone in between. Read more

Onboard Activities
Onboard Activities

Try out one of the many adventure activities, launch yourself down a waterslide or perhaps Barefoot Bowls is your cup of tea? Read more

Nightlife
Nightlife

Live music, bars and exciting and exclusive shows been especially designed for P&O Cruises. Read more

Dining
Dining

Three stylish, a la carte restaurants and nine casual eateries are included in your cruise fare. Read more

Byron Beach Club
Byron Beach Club

Looking to kick back while you cruise? The luxurious Byron Beach Club is the place to be. Read more

Ship Reviews (3)

Carnival Cruises Reviews
Reviews 3 Reviews
Average Rating 3.3 out of 5
5 Star
33%
4 Star
33%
3 Star
2 Star
1 Star
33%
Carnival Cruise to Australian Open 2026   1 , QLD, Australia, Jan 2026
A most enjoyable trip sailing from Sydney to Melbourne for the Australian Open Tennis Tournament. Great weather. Great service by ship's crew. Great entertainment on board especially Verve Duo. Louis has the most fantastic singing voice.
Unfortunately, I heard this cruise isn't going to run again. so sad. Great value cruise. Global Journey provided read more excellent service to me & my travelling group.
80's cruise from Sydney 1 , New Zealand, Jul 2025
We made the 80's cruises in Carnival Adventure. Overall was really enjoyable, atmosphere on the cruise and especially the main shows were really good. Cabinets and overall state of the ship are very good too. Embarkation and disimbarkation process really organized and fast. Things not so good: There is not a lot of variety on food on The Pantry, and read more the daily entertainment was kind of short on options, with more of the activities focused only on Australian passengers. Is a good option anyways for a short break.
Never again 0 , New Zealand, May 2025
This was our first cruise as a family with a daughter who was 20 months at the time of travel. We were told cruises were family friendly but it couldn’t have been further from the truth. We spent 9 days walking up and down a boat as there was no play area not even a safe contained area for little ones. The kids club was shocking. No toys for her age read more and I looked through the older kids room and they were either watching tv or screaming crying. Not allowed in any of the pools as she was still in nappies (only found out the rule after we booked which wasn’t helpful!). The food was okay but nothing special. Very dated and tired and just felt as though we had stepped back in time. The itinerary advertised on day at Willis island which wasn’t even a stop we just sailed past it at 9pm at night in the dark. The only good thing about this whole trip was how lovely the staff were but honestly a holiday from hell.

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Friday 06 Nov 2026 06 Nov 26 Sydney
Monday 09 Nov 2026 09 Nov 26 Sydney
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A$421
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Friday 11 Dec 2026 11 Dec 26 Sydney
Monday 14 Dec 2026 14 Dec 26 Sydney
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A$401
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Sunday 27 Dec 2026 27 Dec 26 Sydney
Wednesday 30 Dec 2026 30 Dec 26 Sydney
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A$616
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Friday 14 May 2027 14 May 27 Sydney
Monday 17 May 2027 17 May 27 Sydney
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A$436
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Saturday 23 Oct 2027 23 Oct 27 Sydney
Tuesday 26 Oct 2027 26 Oct 27 Sydney
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A$396
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Friday 05 Nov 2027 05 Nov 27 Sydney
Monday 08 Nov 2027 08 Nov 27 Sydney
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Carnival Adventure
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A$396
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Friday 10 Dec 2027 10 Dec 27 Sydney
Monday 13 Dec 2027 13 Dec 27 Sydney
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A$423
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Monday 27 Dec 2027 27 Dec 27 Sydney
Thursday 30 Dec 2027 30 Dec 27 Sydney
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A$573
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Note
Tour & cruises prices are per person. Prices shown have savings applied, are subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Pricing and trip details are correct at this point in time, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking and are subject to change by Carnival. For cruise itineraries, cabin images are sourced from the cruise-line and should be treated as indicative only. Cabin inclusions, upholsteries and room layout may differ to the image(s) shown depending on the ship selected and your sailing dates.

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