Captain Cook’s 40th Birthday Sale

Captain Cook Cruises is celebrating its 40th Birthday in 2010 with a massive sale offering up to 40% off Sydney Harbour, Murray River and Fiji Islands discovery cruises. The sale is valid to 28 February 2010 and valid for travel to 31 March 2011.

Cruising is the fastest growing form of travel in Australia and the 2 night Sydney Weekender Cruise is a great way for passengers to try out their sea legs and experience a side of Sydney they’ve never seen before.  The Captain Cook’s Explorer sails every Friday night, for a leisurely weekend packed full of fine food and wine, spectacular views, sightseeing, excellent service, exciting shore excursions, music, dancing and relaxation.

The 2 night Sydney Weekender Cruise starts from only $399 per person, normally $470 and includes $40 onboard bar credit per adult. The cruise departs every Friday at 6.00pm from Wharf 1, King Street Wharf and returns on Sunday at 3.00pm.

Discover the secrets of the South Australian outback aboard the Murray River’s only paddlewheeler, the PS Murray Princess with special 4, 5 and 8 night cruise and accommodation packages.

Passengers will cruises past towering limestone cliffs, through picturesque gorges, go on guided nature walks and eco-tours, learn about the ecology of the river and visit historic ports, sacred Aboriginal sites, a sheep station and woolshed and a native wildlife shelter, while enjoying all the delicious food and wine the region has to offer.

The 4 night package starts from $699 per person, normally $855, the 5 night package from $899 per person, normally from $1113 and the 8 night package from $1359, normally $1676 per person. All prices include one night’s accommodation in Adelaide before or after your cruise.

Visit the remote villages of the ‘real’ Fiji, secluded tropical islands and pristine beaches on Captain Cook Cruises 4, 5 and 8 night Fiji cruise and accommodation packages.

Offering a truly cultural experience passenger will visit unspoilt Fijian villages, churches, schools and handicraft markets, take part in a traditional village sevusevu ceremony and Meke and Lovo feast, discover secluded islands, snorkel over amazing coral reefs, laze on warm white sandy beaches and swim in crystal clear waters.

The 4 night package starts from $769 per person, normally $1270, the 5-night package from $969 per person, normally from $1670 and the 8-night package from $1569 per person, normally $2730. All prices include one night’s accommodation in Nadi pre or post cruise.

The seven night Northern Fijian Dateline Cruise is an amazing cruise that reveals the unique history, art and culture of the Northern Fiji Islands and allows passengers the ultimate experience of standing’ on the International Dateline.

2010 departure dates are: 4th May, 1st June, 3rd August, 7th September, 5th October and 2nd November.

The 8-night Northern Fijian Dateline Cruise package including one night’s accommodation in Nadi pre or post cruise is priced from $1569 per person, normally $2730.

All cruises include meals, accommodation, most tours and all onboard facilities and entertainment.

For further information and bookings, please contact Captain Cook Cruises toll free from Australia on 1800 804 843; Int +61-2-9206 1111, Email: cruise@captaincook.com.au or visit www.captaincook.com.au