February 11-22, 2026

Celebrity Cruise: 11 Night Great Barrier Reef

Celebrity EDGE

the run down

Deposit Due: ASAP to reserve your stateroom
Final Payment Due: Nov. 13, 2025
Travel Dates: February 11-22, 2026

when + important dates

This cruise can be combined with the Australia/New Zealand cruise departing on January 29, 2026 as a “back to back” to cruise. This would allow you to have the same stateroom for both cruises and an extra day in Sydney.
Cruises to the Great Barrier Reef will give you the opportunity to visit one of the most incredible natural wonders in the world. Stretching for an impressive 1,400 miles, the reef is a sight to behold, with a dazzling array of bright corals and colorful marine life. Visible from space, the reef lies off the northeast coast of Australia, which is lined with white sand beaches and buzzing coastal cities.

where + What

Reach out to your preferred Lisell Travel advisor.
If you are not currently working with a member of the Lisell Travel team, contact Joy by email: BGEtravel@lisell.com or phone: 214-476-3216

how to book

about the trip

On an Australia cruise that visits the Great Barrier Reef, you'll stop in Port Douglas, a tropical resort town that's rich in natural adventures and beautiful beaches. Get a first-hand perspective of the area’s incredible marine life on a snorkeling trip. Explore Airlie Beach and visit the Whitsunday Islands, where you can relax on pristine beaches or take a dip in azure waters.

Sydney, Australia and The Great Barrier Reef

Day-to-day itinerary

Considered one of the most cosmopolitan cities in the Southern Hemisphere, Sydney offers so much—from beaches and wineries to stunning landmarks and world-class shopping. Tour architectural marvels like the Sydney Opera House and the Sydney Harbor Bridge, view life below the surface from Sydney Aquarium’s underwater walkways, or take it all in from above on a tour of the Sydney Tower. You’re never far from nature in this thriving urban center. Well-known surf beaches, zoos, national parks, whale watching tours, bush tours, and the Royal Botanic Gardens—featuring over 7,500 plants—offer visitors a chance to enjoy the area’s sunshine, lush greenery, wildlife, and clear blue oceans. Sydney is not only Australia’s oldest city, it is also one of the most ethnically diverse cities on the globe, offering a wealth of cuisines, unique museums, and cultural opportunities. Explore lively pubs, shops, and historic buildings at The Rocks, located on Sydney harbor. 

While at sea, take the time to recharge before the next adventure. Lounge by the pool, be spoiled at the spa, taste the delicacies or explore the venues on-board, until we arrive at the next amazing destination. 

On a Brisbane cruise, you'll find a thriving art scene, sandy beaches, lively nightlife, and multiple wildlife sanctuaries. Start with scenic city views from Mount Coot-tha, west of downtown.
Cultural sophistication belies Brisbane's proximity to wilderness. Contemporary art galleries energize the vibrant Fortitude Valley district, including the Gallery of Modern Art, Institute of Modern Art, Philip Bacon Galleries, Jan Murphy Gallery, and Edwina Corlette Gallery.
A cruise to Brisbane offers plenty of possibilities to recreate. Go for a swim at South Bank Parklands, a sparkling, man-made, inner-city beach overlooking the Brisbane River. Or, take a ride down to Gold Coat and swim, surf, or build sandcastles on one of the Pacific's most famous beaches.
Meet Australia’s best-known natives, the koalas and kangaroos, at the Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary, on the river. Learn all about the sleepy marsupials and other wildlife threatened by traffic, disease, and habitat loss. Cuddle a koala. Feed a kangaroo. See Tasmanian devils.
North of town, you can visit the Australia Zoo to learn about Wildlife Warriors and efforts to protect injured, threatened, and endangered species. See cheetahs and rhinos roaming the zoo's African Savannah.
You can shop for the latest designer goods on a Brisbane cruise. One chic area is Edward Street, where you'll find Hermès, Oroton, Georg Jensen, Paspaley, Chanel, and Australia’s largest Cartier store. Move on to James Street, in Fortitude Valley, for the vibrant colors, bold designs, and bohemian fashions of Australia's own Camilla.
 

While at sea, take the time to recharge before the next adventure. Lounge by the pool, be spoiled at the spa, taste the delicacies or explore the venues on-board, until we arrive at the next amazing destination. 

On your cruise to the Great Barrier Reef, this is the perfect departure point for local excursions. The coral reef is the largest living thing on the planet—so big you can see it from space—but made of billions of tiny organisms known as polyps.
A UNESCO World Heritage site, the reef supports a vast diversity of marine life, with 600 types of soft and hard corals, 1,625 types of fish, and 30 species of whales and dolphins. Great Barrier Reef Marine Park covers 133,000 square miles, including 3,000 coral reefs and 900 islands. The snorkeling and diving here are unmatched.
Airlie Beach is popular with backpackers, yachtsmen, and other lovers of the tropical lifestyle. Sailing among the calm, protected waters of the Witsunday Islands and skydiving over the pristine shorelines are a couple of the must-do adventures for many visitors.
When it's time for some shopping during your Airlie Beach cruise, you'll find lovely seaside markets and galleries with friendly artists, handmade jewelry, colorful paintings, stunning photos, and tropical beachwear—perfect for a leisurely browse after breakfast.

In tropical North Queensland, surrounded on three sides by lush rainforest, your Cairns cruise makes the perfect launchpad for excursions to the Great Barrier Reef. This reef is the largest living thing on the planet—so big you can see it from space—but it's made up of billions of tiny organisms known as coral polyps.
A UNESCO World Heritage site, the reef supports a vast diversity of marine life, with 600 types of soft and hard corals, 1,625 types of fish, and 30 species of whales and dolphins. Great Barrier Reef Marine Park covers 133,000 square miles, including 3,000 coral reefs and 900 islands. The snorkeling and diving here are unmatched.
Inland, explore the rainforest by cable car and scenic railway, soaring above treetops, peering into gorges, and observing jungle waterfalls. Join a whitewater rafting adventure in Barron Gorge National Park.
Stop at a rainforest village to see kangaroos, birds, butterflies, and reptiles. Hold a koala in your arms and feed a wallaby. Watch traditional Aboriginal dancers perform and artisans create their pottery, paintings, glass works, jewelry, and fabrics. You can shop for these original keepsakes to take back aboard your Cairns cruise.
Back in town, stroll the lovely native flowers, plants, and trees at Cairns Botanic Gardens. You might even get lucky in the local casino. What a way to top off your cruise to Cairns.

In tropical North Queensland, surrounded on three sides by lush rainforest, your Cairns cruise makes the perfect launchpad for excursions to the Great Barrier Reef. This reef is the largest living thing on the planet—so big you can see it from space—but it's made up of billions of tiny organisms known as coral polyps.
A UNESCO World Heritage site, the reef supports a vast diversity of marine life, with 600 types of soft and hard corals, 1,625 types of fish, and 30 species of whales and dolphins. Great Barrier Reef Marine Park covers 133,000 square miles, including 3,000 coral reefs and 900 islands. The snorkeling and diving here are unmatched.
Inland, explore the rainforest by cable car and scenic railway, soaring above treetops, peering into gorges, and observing jungle waterfalls. Join a whitewater rafting adventure in Barron Gorge National Park.
Stop at a rainforest village to see kangaroos, birds, butterflies, and reptiles. Hold a koala in your arms and feed a wallaby. Watch traditional Aboriginal dancers perform and artisans create their pottery, paintings, glass works, jewelry, and fabrics. You can shop for these original keepsakes to take back aboard your Cairns cruise.
Back in town, stroll the lovely native flowers, plants, and trees at Cairns Botanic Gardens. You might even get lucky in the local casino. What a way to top off your cruise to Cairns.

The once-sleepy, now-bustling seaside village of Port Douglas will be your hub to the Great Barrier Reef, home to some 1,500 species of fish, 5,000 species of mollusk and 400 species of coral for your exploration. During your Cruisetour, you'll enjoy a full day of marine adventure with opportunities to swim, snorkel, dive or view the reef from an underwater observatory.

The only humans that make their home on this tiny island—just 1,600 feet long and 490 feet wide—are meteorologists manning a weather monitoring station. From the ship’s deck you'll see thousands of seabirds such as Boobies, wedge-tailed shearwaters and sooty terns. Other highlights include a nearby coral reef and turtle nesting ground.

While at sea, take the time to recharge before the next adventure. Lounge by the pool, be spoiled at the spa, taste the delicacies or explore the venues on-board, until we arrive at the next amazing destination. 

While at sea, take the time to recharge before the next adventure. Lounge by the pool, be spoiled at the spa, taste the delicacies or explore the venues on-board, until we arrive at the next amazing destination. 

Disembark in Sydney.

TRIP details

What's included

Celebrity “All Included” Package includes:
  • Classic Drink Package - Enjoy the drinks you want, when you want them, morning, noon and night from bottled water, premium coffees and teas, plus an incredible array of beers, spirits, cocktails, liqueurs, frozen drinks and wines by the glass for up to $10 per serving. Wines by the bottle are discounted by 15%.
  • Basic Wi-Fi - With our Basic Wi-Fi, included in All Included cruise fares, you can browse the web, send emails, and text family and friends via select messaging apps. It’s a great value option for staying connected while you’re on vacation, but please note that you won’t be able to email large files, share photos or videos on social media, use streaming apps, or make video calls.

FLights

Flights can be added to your reservation through Celebrity Air.

Payments

A deposit of $900.00 per room is required to secure your room. The remaining balance is due by November 13, 2025. 
The following are starting prices based on the current promotions for October 6, 2024. When you email Joy with your interest to join the group, she will find the best value based on the current promotions that are available for this sailing.
Pricing and availability are subject to change until deposit is processed.
 

Cancellation Policy

Days Prior to Sailing Cancellation Schedule Date:
  • 89 to 75 - 25% per Guest - 01 NOV 2025
  • 74 to 61 - 50% per Guest - 16 NOV 2025
  • 60 to 31 - 75% per Guest - 30 NOV 2025
  • 30 to 0 - 100% per Guest - 30 DEC 2025

We understand that things may happen and you may need to cancel your trip. We believe that your upcoming trip is a significant investment. For this reason, we strongly recommend comprehensive travel protection. If you choose to decline this valuable coverage, you are assuming any financial loss associated with your travel arrangements.

DO I NEED A PASSPORT?

All members of your travel party, regardless of age, need a valid passport for international trips. Please be aware that a passport BOOK is mandatory for air travel. Passport Cards are not accepted.

If you already have a passport, take a moment to check its expiration date to ensure it will be valid for your upcoming journey. Additionally, it's recommended by the U.S. State Department to have at least 6 months of validity remaining on your passport after your return trip date.

For detailed information on the passport application process, you can visit the U.S. Department of State website


Who do i contact for more information?

Reach out to your preferred Lisell Travel advisor.
If you are not currently working with a member of the Lisell Travel team, contact Joy Ferguson (see contact details below).
Email: BGEtravel@lisell.com
Phone: 214-476-3216


Urgent & important passport information

A passport is required. Current passport process time is up to 8 weeks. 

If you do not have a passport yet, this doesn’t allow much time for a hiccup. I strongly recommend that you get your passport applications submitted NOW! 

If you have a passport, check your expiration date NOW!

Do not wait, do not pass go, because there is NO get out of jail free card on this thing! DO NOT get a Passport card because it is cheaper. That only works for travel by car, crossing the borders to Mexico and Canada.
YOU NEED THE BOOK!

available room types

  • Located at either end of the ship, in the Deluxe Porthole View with Veranda you’ll have the choice to relax in your spacious living area, or step outside to enjoy morning coffee and evening sunsets.
  • Stateroom 202 sq. ft.
  • Veranda 40 sq. ft.

Pricing starts at $2,699 per person.
Rates DO NOT include airfare or insurance.

Deluxe Porthole View with Veranda

  • Edge Stateroom with Infinite Veranda®, where with the touch of a button, your entire living space becomes the veranda, letting you walk right out to the water’s edge. These staterooms feature the latest in design and technology, and are 23% larger than the award-winning Solstice® Series veranda staterooms.
  • Total living space 243 sq. ft.
  • Veranda 42 sq. ft

Pricing starts at $2,879 per person.
Rates DO NOT include airfare or insurance.

Edge Stateroom Infinite Veranda

  • A dedicated concierge is always just steps away from your room to assist with your vacation needs. Attend exclusive events, including a Welcome Aboard Concierge Class Lunch and Destination Seminar. Then there’s the room, the Infinite Veranda® takes the whole room right to the water’s edge. Here, you’ll find it’s little details so meticulously thought out that they truly make a world of difference. It’s a room that’s so much more than a room—it’s an experience.
  • Total living space 243 sq. ft.
  • Veranda 42 Sq. ft.

Pricing starts at $2,929 per person.
Rates DO NOT include airfare or insurance.

Concierge Class with Infinite Veranda

travel insurance

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travel insurance information

We believe that your upcoming trip is a significant investment. For this reason, we strongly recommend comprehensive travel protection. If you choose to decline this valuable coverage, you are assuming any financial loss associated with your travel arrangements. Anything can happen while you are away from home. Whether your flight is delayed due to bad weather, you need to find a doctor or hospital, or your passport gets stolen, you will have access to 24/7 emergency travel assistance services.


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