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12-night Oceania cruise: Port Moresby to Cairns on Emerald Xara

The Papua New Guinea to the Reef Lae→Cains is a 12-night Oceania cruise aboard Emerald Xara, operated by Emerald Cruises. Departing Port Moresby on April 20, 2029 and arriving in Cairns on May 2, 2029, the voyage visits 9 ports including Crown Island, Madang, Garove Island (Witu Islands). Fares start from $9,068 per person.

Length
12 nights
Departs
Apr 20, 2029
Returns
May 2, 2029
Ports of call
9
Days at sea
2

Voyage code E01F200429.1

Madang

12 nights · Oceania

from $9,068 pp

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Why this route stands out

A closer look at the journey

Madang

The eastern half of the island of New Guinea - second largest in the world - was divided between Germany (north) and the UK (south) in 1885. The latter area was transferred to Australia in 1902, which occupied the northern portion during World War I and continued to administer the combined areas until independence in 1975. A nine-year secessionist revolt on the island of Bougainville ended in 1997 after claiming some 20,000 lives.

Cairns

The gateway to Australia's Great Barrier Reef and the tropical north of the country, Cairns sits on the east coast of the Cape York Peninsula in northern Queensland. This laid-back city is popular with travelers who depart from here for days of sailing, diving, snorkeling and trekking through nearby parks—a celebrated launching pad especially for those who want to explore the reef, the Daintree Rain Forest and other attractions of this part of Queensland. And what better place to start one's adventure? The residents of Cairns are welcoming, the beach life fantastic and the climate consistently sunny and warm. Wend your way due east of Cairns, and you'll find yourself on the Great Barrier Reef, the world's longest coral reef and also the world's largest living organism. Famously visible from outer space, it's often been described as one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. The Kuranda Scenic Railway is a different sort of wonder—an engineering marvel from the 19th century that passes through rain forests on UNESCO's list of World Heritage Sites before reaching the village of Kuranda. Green Island, a 6,000-year-old coral cay, is an easy day trip from Cairns with opportunities to snorkel and swim; Port Douglas, an hour north of Cairns, is a favorite with visitors thanks to its top-notch restaurants, art galleries and boutiques. Finally, hop on a six-person cable car known as the Skyway Rainforest Cableway for a bird's-eye view of the stunning natural appeal of the region.

Price tracking

Today’s fare, in context

Price history

30 days
Fare details

Fare details

Per person · taxes & fees included
Current fares
Verified 3 hours ago
Oceanview
$9,068
Suite
$12,434
Tracked range
88 days
Price history by cabin type
CabinCurrentLowestHighest
Oceanview $9,068 $9,068 on Aug 27 $9,068 on Aug 27
Suite $12,434 $12,434 on Aug 27 $31,955 on Jul 30
Cabin grades
8 total
Oceanview StateroomOceanview · D
Balcony SuiteSuite · A
Balcony SuiteSuite · AB
Balcony SuiteSuite · B
Deluxe Balcony SuiteSuite · S
Owner's SuiteSuite · SA
Terrace SuiteSuite · T
Yacht SuiteSuite · Y

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Current prices

Per person · 2 guests · incl. taxes & fees

Inside

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Oceanview

from $9,068

$755 / night

Fare rows

Oceanview Stateroom

Cabin grade

Available

from $9,068

$755 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

Oceanview Stateroom

Cabin grade

Available

from $10,568

$880 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

Oceanview Stateroom

Cabin grade

Available

from $10,568

$880 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

Oceanview Stateroom

Cabin grade

Available

from $17,413

$1,451 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

Oceanview Stateroom

Cabin grade

Available

from $19,844

$1,653 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

Oceanview Stateroom

Cabin grade

Available

from $22,275

$1,856 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

Balcony

Not available

Suite

from $12,434

$1,036 / night

Fare rows

Balcony Suite

Cabin grade

Available

from $12,434

$1,036 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

Balcony Suite

Cabin grade

Available

from $12,929

$1,077 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

Balcony Suite

Cabin grade

Available

from $13,424

$1,118 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

Balcony Suite

Cabin grade

Available

from $13,934

$1,161 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

Balcony Suite

Cabin grade

Available

from $13,934

$1,161 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

Balcony Suite

Cabin grade

Available

from $14,429

$1,202 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

Balcony Suite

Cabin grade

Available

from $14,429

$1,202 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

Deluxe Balcony Suite

Cabin grade

Available

from $14,860

$1,238 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

Balcony Suite

Cabin grade

Available

from $14,924

$1,243 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

Balcony Suite

Cabin grade

Available

from $14,924

$1,243 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

Deluxe Balcony Suite

Cabin grade

Available

from $16,360

$1,363 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

Deluxe Balcony Suite

Cabin grade

Available

from $16,360

$1,363 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

Terrace Suite

Cabin grade

Available

from $18,968

$1,580 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

Yacht Suite

Cabin grade

Available

from $20,206

$1,683 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

Terrace Suite

Cabin grade

Available

from $20,468

$1,705 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

Terrace Suite

Cabin grade

Available

from $20,468

$1,705 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

Yacht Suite

Cabin grade

Available

from $21,706

$1,808 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

Yacht Suite

Cabin grade

Available

from $21,706

$1,808 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

Balcony Suite

Cabin grade

Available

from $24,893

$2,074 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

Balcony Suite

Cabin grade

Available

from $25,993

$2,166 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

Owner's Suite

Cabin grade

Available

from $26,690

$2,224 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

Balcony Suite

Cabin grade

Available

from $27,093

$2,257 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

Balcony Suite

Cabin grade

Available

from $27,324

$2,277 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

Owner's Suite

Cabin grade

Available

from $28,190

$2,349 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

Owner's Suite

Cabin grade

Available

from $28,190

$2,349 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

Balcony Suite

Cabin grade

Available

from $28,424

$2,368 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

Balcony Suite

Cabin grade

Available

from $29,524

$2,460 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

Balcony Suite

Cabin grade

Available

from $29,755

$2,479 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

Balcony Suite

Cabin grade

Available

from $30,855

$2,571 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

Balcony Suite

Cabin grade

Available

from $31,955

$2,662 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

Deluxe Balcony Suite

Cabin grade

Available

from $35,145

$2,928 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

Terrace Suite

Cabin grade

Available

from $44,275

$3,689 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

Yacht Suite

Cabin grade

Available

from $47,025

$3,918 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

Owner's Suite

Cabin grade

Available

from $61,435

$5,119 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

Prices verified Sep 4, 2026

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The journey

12 nights, in order

Port Moresby

Day 1 Apr 20, 2029

Port Moresby

Named by Captain John Moresby in 1873, the capital of Papua New Guinea was transformed from a sleepy port town into a booming military base during World War II.

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The full itinerary

13 scheduled calls
Emerald Xara

Your ship

Emerald Xara

The 2028-built superyacht Emerald Xara features 64 passenger cabins, 4 dining venues, a wellness complex (gym, 3 saunas, spa with 3 massage rooms), an aft Marina Platform (for watersports), and a Marina Deck with a sundeck served by the Marina Lounge & Bar. The yacht is equipped with 3 tender boats, 2 lifeboats, 2 Zodiacs (RIBs), an infinity swimming pool, and a Pool Deck with an infinity spa pool, sunbathing area, and bar. Additional venues include the Amici Bar Lounge (main lounge), Observation Lounge (bow-facing indoor lounge), Aqua Café (outdoor bar lounge), Sky Bar (outdoor poolside bar), and a Medical Center (Infirmary/Hospital). The vessel has 7 decks, 6 of which are passenger-accessible, with cabins located on 4 decks. Two midship elevators (lifts) provide access between all decks. Emerald Xara’s sisterships of the same class/design are Kaia (2026) and Raiya (2027).

5★ 5,755 GT 128 Passengers
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