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Carnival Encounter itinerary map for January 23, 2027 (4 nights)
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4 nights · 2 ports
Round-trip · Brisbane, Australia
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Carnival Encounter
January 23, 2027

4-Night Airlie Beach aboard Carnival Encounter · Departing January 23, 2027 from the Port of Brisbane, Australia.

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// AT A GLANCE

This 4-night cruise aboard the Encounter departs from Brisbane, Australia on Saturday, January 23, 2027 and returns on Wednesday, Jan 27th. January weather across this route averages 101°/67°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 8.3 out of 10 — Brisbane (8.3), Airlie Beach (8.3). Suite cabins rose $10 on Jul 28.

ITINERARY SAFETY SCORE
8.3OUT OF 10
SAFE TIER
Safer than 83% of all cruises
Ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
FULL BREAKDOWN →
01
4
night cruise
Sat → Wed
02
Brisbane
departure port
Australia
03
2
port stops
Beach
04
2
sea days
Day 2
// ON THIS PAGE09 SECTIONS
01Roll Call↓02Cruise Price Tracker↓03Itinerary map↓04Cruise ports↓05Weather↓06Shore excursions↓07Safety score↓08Cruise ship↓09FAQ↓

The Carnival Encounter, operated by Carnival Cruise Line, sets sail on Saturday, January 23, 2027 from Brisbane, Australia for a 4-night Airlie Beach cruise. This itinerary includes 2 unique port stops and 2 days at sea. January weather across the route averages 101°F highs and 67°F lows. The itinerary safety score is 8.3 out of 10, combining travel advisories, crime statistics, and Global Peace Index data. Cabin fares start from $417, with daily price tracking available for inside, oceanview, balcony, and suite categories. Gangwaze monitors pricing daily so you can set a price-drop alert and book when the fare is right. Explore the full day-by-day port schedule, shore excursion options, onboard amenities, and weather forecasts for each stop on this Carnival Encounter sailing.

// WHO'S ONBOARD YOUR CRUISE

Carnival Encounter January 23, 2027 Roll Call

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// 02 · CRUISE PRICE

Carnival Encounter January 23, 2027 Price & Tracking

CARNIVAL ENCOUNTER·JANUARY 23, 2027

The graph below tracks historic price of the Carnival Encounter cruise ship departing January 23, 2027. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $417 ($105 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $458 ($115 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 9%.

Carnival Encounter cruise departing January 23, 2027 — 4-night itinerary. Current Inside Cabin price: $417 ($105 per night). Average price: $458.

// PRICE HISTORY · INSIDE
Last 6 months · refreshes daily
This cabin
Avg $458
LIVE RATE
INSIDE CABIN
Carnival Encounter · January 23, 2027
$417
$105 per night · 4 nights
↓
9% below average
Avg $458 · You save $41

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// 03 · ITINERARY

4 Night Airlie Beach (Brisbane Roundtrip) Cruise Map

Interactive Itinerary MapJANUARY 23, 2027
The Carnival Encounter sails on January 23, 2027 for a 4 Night Airlie Beach (Brisbane Roundtrip) (Brisbane Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Brisbane, Australia at 2:00 PM and will return to the port of Brisbane, Australia on Jan 27th at 6:00 AM. During the 5-day journey, the Carnival Encounter will visit 1 additional port and will spend 2 days at sea.
// CRUISE PORT SCHEDULE
Carnival Encounter
JANUARY 23, 2027
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4 NIGHTS · 1 PORTS
ROUND-TRIP · BRISBANE
// 04 · PORTS

4 Night Airlie Beach (Brisbane Roundtrip) Port List

Carnival Encounter·January 23, 2027
Brisbane, Australia — Day 1 of Carnival Encounter January 23, 2027 cruise
DAY
1
EMBARKATION
SATURDAY·JAN 23

Brisbane

Australia
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
—
2:00 PM

Brisbane, Australia, offers docking at Portside Wharf. Travelers explore South Bank and Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary. Excursions visit Gold Coast beaches. Local markets sell lamingtons. The peak season, December to February, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures urban rivers and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes barramundi, an Australian favorite. Souvenirs, like Aboriginal crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Yuggera history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Brisbane’s urban charm offers a vibrant Australian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of cultural landmarks and scenic rivers, making Brisbane an engaging destination for exploration.

JANUARY FORECAST
84°F avg · Avg
Airlie Beach, Queensland, Australia — Day 3 of Carnival Encounter January 23, 2027 cruise
DAY
3
PORT 2
MONDAY·JAN 25

Airlie Beach

Queensland, Australia
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
4:00 PM

Airlie Beach, in the Whitsunday Region of Queensland, anchors as a tender port for cruises to the Great Barrier Reef, with ships docking at Port of Airlie or Abell Point Marina. The town, population around 8,000, sits on a small inlet 1,100 kilometers north of Brisbane. Passengers walk 10 minutes from the tender pier to the lagoon, a 4,300-square-meter saltwater pool providing stinger-free swimming from November to May. Excursions depart for the 74 Whitsunday Islands, including full-day sails to Whitehaven Beach for its silica sands and swirling tides, or Heart Reef for aerial views via seaplane. Snorkeling tours target Hardy Reef's pontoons with underwater observatories and glass-bottom boats. Conway National Park, minutes away, offers rainforest hikes to waterfalls and lookouts along the 20-kilometer Bicentennial Pathway. Local operators provide half-day kayaking in sheltered coves. Dining along the waterfront includes fresh seafood cafes and bakeries serving meat pies. Shops stock sunscreen, hats, and Aboriginal art souvenirs. Peak season December to February brings crowds; book tours in advance. Evening markets feature live music and street food. Buses connect to Shute Harbour for additional reef access.

JANUARY FORECAST
84°F avg · Avg
// 05 · WEATHER

4 Night Airlie Beach (Brisbane Roundtrip) Weather Forecast

Carnival Encounter·January 23, 2027
JAN FORECAST · BRISBANE
Historical monthly averages for travelers visiting this port.
84°
AVG · °F
Mostly sunny days
AVG HIGH
103°
AVG LOW
65°
AVG RAINFALL
5.5"
Source: 30-year historical climate averages via Open-Meteo
// YEAR-ROUND AT BRISBANE
Average monthly temperature and rainfall. Your sail month is highlighted.
AVG TEMP °FRAINFALL IN
84°JANFEBMARAPRMAYJUNJULAUGSEPOCTNOVDEC12-MONTH AVERAGE · DATA: 30-YEAR HISTORICAL
// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS

Carnival Encounter January 23, 2027 Excursions

Carnival Encounter·January 23, 2027

From beach breaks and snorkeling to local food tours and cultural landmarks, these shore excursions help you make the most of every stop. Browse by port below to compare top-rated options and plan your day before you board.

// BROWSE BY PORT
EMBEDDED · POWERED BY VIATOR

Browse shore excursions for each port on this Carnival Encounter itinerary. Tours, activities, and transfers are provided by Viator.

Pricing & availability provided by Viator. Book directly from listing.
See all Brisbane excursions
// 07 · SAFETY SCORE

Itinerary Safety Score

4 Night Airlie Beach (Brisbane Roundtrip)

Based on comprehensive research of cruise port safety information, including recent crime reports, travel advisories, Global Peace Index rankings, and specific port security concerns, we've created a "safety score" for each cruise port stop. The overall rating below represents a combined score for your specific cruise itinerary.

ITINERARY AVERAGE
SAFE TIER
0OUT OF 100
LOWHIGH
Safer than 83% of all cruises
8.3/10 itinerary average · ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
// HOW WE SCORE
Four signals, weighted by recency.

Scores combine recent crime reports, government travel advisories, Global Peace Index rankings, and port-specific security incidents. Refreshed monthly.

8.0 – 10.0
Safe — Low-risk; standard precautions apply.
6.5 – 7.9
Moderate — Generally safe with normal vigilance.
5.0 – 6.4
Caution — Stay alert; avoid certain areas after dark.
0 – 4.9
High caution — Significant risk; book guided excursions.
REFRESHED MONTHLY
// PORT-BY-PORT BREAKDOWN02 PORTS
01

Brisbane 🇦🇺

Australia · AustraliaSAFE

Brisbane is a safe cruise port, but travelers should stay vigilant against petty theft and secure their belongings.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
02

Airlie Beach 🇦🇺

Queensland, Australia · AustraliaSAFE

Airlie Beach is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates, allowing visitors to explore comfortably despite occasional petty theft.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
// 08 · CRUISE SHIP

Carnival Encounter Ship Overview

Specs & DetailsCARNIVAL
Carnival Encounter
CARNIVAL · GRAND
CHRISTENED
2002
STATEROOMS
1,300
TONNAGE
109,000GT
10.0% BELOW AVG· vs avg 121,145 GT
YEAR BUILT
2002
7 YEARS OLDER· vs avg 2009
LENGTH
951ft
4.2% BELOW AVG· vs avg 992 ft
PASSENGER COUNT
2,600cruisers
37.5% BELOW AVG· vs avg 4,158 cruisers
// ABOUT THE SHIP

The Carnival Encounter has a construction date of 2002 and a total size of 109,000 gross tons. The ship measures 951 feet in length. Carnival Encounter is included in Carnival's Grand class. At full capacity, the Encounter holds 2,600 passengers. That includes 1,500 cruise vacationers and 1,100 staff members. The Encounter total number of staterooms is 1,300.

// INSIDE THE FULL SHIP PAGE
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// 09 · MORE CRUISES

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// 09 · FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs for yourCarnival Encounter·January 23, 2027sailing

  • The lowest currently-tracked fare for this sailing is $417 for an Inside cabin. Pricing is updated daily — see the live price chart above for the latest snapshots.

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