P&O - Pacific Aria itinerary and upcoming sailing dates | ||
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Oct 12, 2020 | Comedy, 4 nights | from $720 |
Jan 27, 2021 | Comedy, 3 nights | from $730 |
Jan 30, 2021 | Comedy, 3 nights | from $826 |
P&O - Pacific Aria Overview
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P&O - Pacific Aria Cabins
Balcony Cabin
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Private balcony with outdoor furniture~
- Sitting room area
- Twin beds that covert to a queen-size bed.
- Air-conditioning with personal controls
- Ensuite with complimentary toiletries and hairdryer
- Flatscreen TV for in-room entertainment
- Wardrobe and writing desk and chair
- Telephone and safety deposit box
- 24-hour room service*
- Bathrobe and slippers*
*Charges apply
~Some balconies are metal fronted instead of Glass.
Inside Cabin
- Made up as either a double or twin for twin share occupancy^
- Two fixed lower beds and two upper beds for quad share occupancy^
- Cabin has no window
- Private ensuite, shower only
- Flat screen TV for in-cabin entertainment
- Wardrobe, safety deposit box, desk with chair
- 24-hour room service*
- Bathrobe and slippers*
*Charges apply
^ The two lower beds cannot be converted to a queen-size bed if the 3rd or 4th upper berths are occupied or if a cot is required. A lower berth will be removed to accommodate a cot (Cot subject to availability).
Obstructed View Cabin
- A cabin with a window that is obstructed in view by a lifeboat. In some cases the view is completely obstructed by the lifeboat but will allow some natural light into the cabin.
- Made up as either a double or twin for twin share occupancy^
- Two fixed lower beds and two upper beds for quad share occupancy
- Private ensuite, shower over bath
- Flat screen TV for in-cabin entertainment
- Wardrobe, safety deposit box, desk with chair
- 24-hour room service*
- Bathrobe and slippers*
*Charges apply
^ The two lower beds cannot be converted to a queen-size bed if the 3rd or 4th upper berths are occupied or if a cot is required. A lower berth will be removed to accommodate a cot (Cot subject to availability).
Oceanview Cabin
- Made up as either a double or twin for twin share occupancy^
- Two fixed lower beds and one or two uppers for triple & quad share occupancy
- Cabin has a Window or Porthole
- Private ensuite, shower over bath
- Flat screen TV for in-cabin entertainment
- Wardrobe, safety deposit box, desk with chair
- 24-hour room service*
- Bathrobe and slippers*
*Charges apply
^A lower berth will be removed to accommodate a cot if a cot is required (Cot subject to availability).
Penthouse with Balcony
- Twin beds that convert into a queen-size bed
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Private balcony with outdoor furniture
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Bathroom with shower bath
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Air-conditioning with personal controls
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Separate living area, dining area and kitchenette
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Flatscreen TV for in-room entertainment
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Large walk in wardrobe, dressing area, safety deposit box, desk with chair
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CD/DVD Player
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Fully loaded iPod with docking station
- 24-hour room service*
- Bathrobe and slippers*
*Charges apply
Porthole Cabin with Bunk Beds
- A cabin with a porthole only
- Made up as either a double or twin for twin share occupancy^
- Two fixed lower beds and two upper beds for quad share occupancy
- Private ensuite, shower over bath
- Flat screen TV for in-cabin entertainment
- Wardrobe, safety deposit box, desk with chair
- 24-hour room service*
- Bathrobe and slippers*
*Charges apply
^ The two lower beds cannot be converted to a queen-size bed if the 3rd or 4th upper berths are occupied or if a cot is required. A lower berth will be removed to accommodate a cot (Cot subject to availability).
Suite with Balcony
- Twin beds that convert into a queen-size bed
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Private balcony with outdoor furniture
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Bathroom with shower over bath
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Air-conditioning with personal controls
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Separate sitting area
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Flatscreen TV for in-room entertainment
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Wardrobe, safety deposit box, desk with chair
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CD/DVD Player
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Fully loaded iPod with docking station
- 24-hour room service*
- Bathrobe and slippers*
*Charges apply
P&O - Pacific Aria Deck Plans

P&O - Pacific Aria Onboard Entertainment
Bars and Lounges
Bars and Lounges on the Pacific Aria
Mix Bar
At MIX the drinks are sophisticated and the scene is chic. Choose from our innovative cocktail menu of classics and new creations or seek inspiration from our expert staff for something unique. Whatever you choose your cocktail will feature top shelf spirits expertly mixed with real, fresh ingredients.
The Dome
If you feel like dancing the night away The Dome is the place to be. Our DJs know just how to get the party started so make sure you wear the right shoes to burn a hole in the dance floor.
Lido Pool Bar
Sip the day away by the pool – you’re never going to feel so relaxed.
Marquee Bar
Take in a performance or even a game of bingo (charges apply for bingo).
Ocean Bar
Decorated with comfy chaise lounges in an area with few columns for more open space. This onboard bar is offers a resort-style set up perfects for an afternoon drink or some well-deserved lazing around.
Blue Bar
The Blue Room – a New Orleans "speakeasy" lounge bar – decorated with velvet and chrome furnishings is an opulent space ideal for an evening pre or post dinner drink. Passengers can spend the evening listening to live music, anything from funk to Blues, and Jazz to RnB.
Cinema
Cinema on the Pacific Aria
Sit back, enjoy a glass of wine and enjoy a recent release or cult classic.
Spa
Elemis Spa on the Pacific Aria
Elemis Spa
Unwind with some rejuvenating 'you' time. At our onboard day spa you can loosen your muscles, relieve your tension and clear your mind. And we're not just talking facials and massages. Reflexology, acupuncture, men's treatments, even teeth whitening are all on the menu.
And if you're not feeling quite prepped for the poolside, we've got you covered with spray tans, body scrubs, and the full service range of a hair and beauty salon.
Elemis Spa is open daily though we suggest you make a booking on embarkation day for an appointment time which suits you.
Charges apply.
Kids Club
Kids Club on the Pacific Aria
Keep the kids happy! P&O Cruises offer 4 kids clubs for different age group from 2 - 17 yrs.
- 2 - 6 yrs - Turtle Cove - A flipping good time This is the place for the smallest member in your family! P&O just know they’re going to be all smiles when they spend time in Turtle Cove. P&O puts their best thinking caps on when P&O created the range of games, toys and activities for the kids aged 2-6 years old, which means they’re not only fun but they’re educational too! Plus, when playing in Turtle Cove your kids will be well supervised by P&O's experienced youth staff. P&O thinks that’s pretty cool! From DUPLO® play centre* to arts and crafts, theme nights to talent shows – the hardest part of Turtle Cove is deciding what to do first. Please make sure your child is toilet trained, otherwise they won't be able to join in the fun at Turtle Cove.
- 7 - 10 yrs - Shark Shack - Big bites of fun There is so much fun for your kids to sink their teeth into at the Shark Shack, P&O's special club created for kids aged 7 -10 years. It’s the perfect place for them to make new friends and play with kids their own age. Plus P&O puts their best thinking caps on when P&O created the awesome range of games, toys and activities, which means they’re not only fun but educational, too. Plus, P&O's experienced Youth Staff are always there to lend a hand and supervise the fun. P&O has scavenger hunts, jewellery making, computer games, dance lessons, LEGO® activities* and theme nights – just to name a few. With so much to do at Shark Shack the kids will be fast asleep before their heads hit the pillow each night.
- 11 - 14 yrs - HQ - Hang out headquarters P&O knows that teenagers can be hard to please on holiday but when you’re on a P&O cruise, you don’t have to worry! That’s because P&O has created HQ. It’s the ultimate chill zone made just for them so they can have the coolest holiday ever. P&O thinks (and P&O knows they’ll agree) that it’s the place to be for kids and teens aged 11 -14. They can make new friends, play video games, check out movies and hang out with P&O's incredible Youth Staff. Plus if that’s not enough, there is a whole range of activities available. From singing their hearts out at karaoke sessions to commanding the spotlight at the talent show, filmmaking to playing in a rock and roll band – they’ll be having so much fun at HQ you’ll be begging them to come hang out with the family!
- 15 - 17 yrs - HQ+ - Cool + HQ+ is the coolest hang on the ship. Specially created for 15-17 year olds so the teens can leave their little brothers and sisters behind and chill out with people their own age. P&O designed this space with them in mind and that’s why they have their own special lounge where they can have the best holiday ever! It’s a place to make new friends, play video games, check out movies and interact with P&O's incredible Youth Staff. If that’s not enough, there is a whole range of extra activities available. P&O's pick for best activity? P&O thinks that Broadshorts is pretty great. Together with Stop Motion Pro P&O gets the kids behind the camera and help them make their very own movie onboard the ship. It doesn’t get better than that!
Night time childcare
From 10.30pm until 1am each evening, toilet trained kids three and over can hang out in the Kid’s Clubs for a nominal fee per child, per hour, with a special reduced rate per additional child. Check with Kid’s Club staff for details and prices.
**Please note: toilet trained children two and up are welcome without adult supervision and infants under two may access the centre as long as they are accompanied by a parent/guardian who is over the age of 18
Swimming
Any child using the pools must be supervised by a parent /guardian at all times. For public safety reasons, children in nappies (including swim nappies) and children who are not toilet trained are not permitted in the public swimming pools and spas.
P&O Edge
P&O Edge on the Pacific Aria
Life on the edge - P&O Edge is not for the faint hearted. If you’re up for some extra adventure, join the adrenalin junkies at P&O Edge Adventure Park. It’s Australia’s largest adventure park at sea, and take it from us, it’s awesome!
With up to 19 exciting activities you can get really get your heart pumping. Reach the top with the funnel climb, don’t look down when crossing the slackline or take a leap of faith on the flying fox.
Bookings for all P&O Edge activities can be made on Deck 14 - AFT
- Rock Climbing - Whether you’re a rookie or a rock star at climbing, the hand and foot holds on our Rock Climbing wall can be adapted to help every level of climber reach new heights. Jaw-dropping views guaranteed.
- Cargo Net Race - Challenge yourself, or a friend, to a race to the top of the ship in the Cargo Net Race. You’ll be rewarded for your efforts with a scenic view on the way down.
- P&O Bow Ladder Climb - Climb up past the iconic P&O logo to the top of the ship's bow with the P&O Bow Ladder Climb. There’s even a photo platform nearby to capture that postcard perfect shot to share with friends.
- Big Screen Experience - Scour to the top of the outdoor movie screen onboard. You can even add a personalised message to the screen for the ultimate Facebook moment.
- Funnel Abseil - Reach new heights and get your adrenaline pumping with a full scale 10 metre Funnel Abseil off the ship’s aft funnel.
- Flying Fox - Jump aboard the Flying Fox for a bird’s eye view of the ship and surrounding scenery as you zip on an 80 metre line from deck to deck.
- Segway Obstacle Course - Learn to ride these innovations and complete the course designed for beginners to experts.
- Slackline Surfing - Perfect the art of tight rope walking without the nerve-shattering heights with Slackline Surfing. This low-lying flat line ropewalk is the perfect entre?e into tight rope walking.
- Titanic Moment - Create your own Titanic Moment as you re-enact the iconic lean and arm stretch pose at the front of the ship’s bow.
- Walk The Plank - Come on up to Deck 15 then Walk the Plank out to the edge of the ship. Test your nerves, how far will you go!
- Bungee Tramp - Jump, leap and tumble as you take in picture perfect views on the Bungee Tramp, which sits 4 metres above the ship's top deck.
- Laser Tag - Put on your war paint for a 30-minute game of Laser Tag! Gather the family or challenge your fellow passengers to a virtual battle surrounded by the ocean.
- Crows Nest - Ascend to the top of our purpose built structure and be a real sailor looking out to sea. Get the best views and fantastic photo opportunities from the photo department.
- High Ropes - Put your fancy footwork to the test as your navigate your way through a 3 metre high obstacle course in the High Ropes Rig.
Pacific Adventures has a minimum age of 6yrs on all activities. Note that to safely participate, you must also be able to correctly fit in the appropriate PPE. Children age from 6-17yrs. Adult ages from 18+
For safety reasons, weight restrictions apply to P&O Edge activities. Pacific Adventures may ask you for your weight before participating in an activity. Note, a maximum weight of 110kg on all activities. Exclusion to this is Bungy trampoline which is maximum of 90kg.
Casino
Players Bar and Casino on Pacific Aria
Players Bar and Casino
Add a little luck to your cruise!
There are roulette and blackjack tables, gaming lessons for beginners, poker machines and even a private poker room on Pacific Aria & Pacific Eden. We also offer a Casino Rewards program which offers a wide variety of benefits.
And on cruises of seven night or more, don't miss Ladies Evenings where you can learn how to play the fantastic variety of games on offer including Blackjack, Roulette, Three Card Poker and Texas Hold'em Poker. It's a friendly, informative evening that's lots of fun.
Check the Pacific Daily onboard newsletter for more information.
Entertainment - Shows and Performances
Production Shows on the Pacific Aria
Fancy a show after dinner? Our original production shows are choreographed by a leading Australian production company and designed exclusively for P&O Cruises audiences.
Performed in the impressive two-storey The Marquee theatre and with a number of different shows* featured on each ship, you'll be spoilt for choice.
- Off The Charts - A concert-style production offering a roller coaster ride through some of the musical smash hits of the naughties. Off the Charts features the cool sounds of artists such as Adele, Amy Winehouse, Bruno Mars & Taylor Swift. Urban Funk, modern soul and cool pop vibes ensures it’s a high energy, feel good experience for everyone.
- Disconnected - Set in an inner-city cafe, DisConnected is a thought-provoking production show that uses music and dialogue to explore the complexities of social media and technology in today's world.
- The Very Last Night Show - Based on a live-to-air TV show for a live studio audience, The Very Last Night Show offers true variety with design elements reminiscent of a typical late night television program.
- Life As We Know It - A modern music performance piece, Life as We Know It reflects on the various aspects of life including love, loss, fear and joy. The soundtrack includes a mix of contemporary music and the imagery reflects the emotional, reflective and entertaining moments in various phases of life.
- Sideshow Alley - Sideshow Alley takes a theatrically entertaining look at the characters behind the scenes of a travelling sideshow. Set in no particular place at no particular time, the story reverberates the value of being ourselves, to be truly accepted. The diverse characters each find the sideshow world is one in which they fit in unequivocally.
- Twice upon a Time - Twice Upon A Time is a remarkable, original lyrical dance piece which has been created like no other show P&O has previously presented. It dramatically takes a journey through a post apocalyptic world to a time of re-generation and splendour. The contemporary dance style captures the tension and glory of the tale delivering an emotional masterpiece unlike any other show on board.
- The Velvet Rope - A mix of song, dance and drama, The Velvet Rope is set in a nightclub of the 1930s. This is a story of hope and perseverance, a lesson in not always listening to others but listening to yourself and a joyful mix of music blends linking the romance of troubled times in the 1930s with the slick music grooves of the 21st century.
- Slumber - P&O beds can be a place of rest, of nurturing and revitalising. They can also be a place of struggle and torment. A place to dream, to love, to play, to escape to. This original new production has a bed as the central theme and touches on these aspects with a dream-like treatment. Featuring a broad mix of contemporary songs, Slumber is bound to be an entertaining treat for all.
*Production shows may vary from ship to ship dependent on itineraries
Shopping
Shopping on the Pacific Aria
Whether it’s window shopping or pure unabashed purchasing, there’s a floating marketplace to discover. You’ll find top names in fragrances, cosmetics, fashion, jewellery and accessories, plus the latest in digital cameras and equipment. And in our tax and duty free stores+, there are savings of up to 40% off the recommended retail price.
Be sure to keep an eye out for sales and special offers in Pacific Daily, the onboard newsletter.
+Tax and duty-free shopping is not available on Australian coastal cruises, except Queensland cruises featuring Willis Island.
Adult Only Activities
Sit Down Comedy Club on the Pacific Aria
Sit Down Comedy Club
This adult’s only event features some of Australia's funniest stand-up comedians in a comedy club setting.
The Oasis on the Pacific Aria
The Oasis
The Oasis...it's just like it sounds - a happy, peaceful place that's all about downtime, drinks and deckchairs. A child-free refuge, where the sound track is the ship's wake, the cocktails are crisp and the view is a show-stopper.
But don't take our word for it, get onboard and pull up a day bed!
Sports & Fitness
Sports and Fitness on the Pacific Aria
Deck Sports
Get moving outdoors with a game of table tennis, deck chess, gold putting, shuffleboard or quoits. The Pacific Aria’s sports complex also includes a full-size Tennis Courrt (portside), a full-size Basketball Court (starboard).
Fitness Centre
Access to the fitness centre is included in your cruise fare and it’s professionally staffed, with weight and aerobic conditioning equipment. There are also fitness classes, a sauna and steam rooms available (charges apply). Guests using the fitness centre must be 16 years or over.
Bootcamp at Sea
Bootcamp will get your pulse racing and your adrenalin pumping. Our exclusive program consists of specifically designed workouts conducted by qualified instructors. Challenge your body, strengthen your mind and build your character! To sign up visit the Fitness Centre once onboard (charges apply).
Swimming
Swimming on the Pacific Aria
Choose from two separate pool decks.
The top deck pool area is fully climate controlled and open in any weather thanks to our retractable roof. It also features luxurious furnishings, water features and a bar.
The Oasis overlooks the wake and features an adult-only swimming pool cushioned day beds and bar.
Any child using the pools must be supervised by a parent /guardian at all times. For public safety reasons, children in nappies (including swim nappies) and children who are not toilet trained are not permitted in the public swimming pools and spas.
Themed Parties
Theme Nights on Pacific Eden
P&O Cruises have four new themed parties you won’t be able to stop yourself from joining, not that it was ever an option.
White/Nero Party - on all cruises
Bring your whitest and brightest outfits to this top deck whiteout featuring a DJ, live music, performers, white body paint, white cocktails and more!
Cruises out of New Zealand will celebrate the nation's most beloved colour with Nero - The P&O All Black Party. Don your favourite black wardrobe pieces or All Blacks gear and head to the top deck for a blackout party!
Gatsby Party - on all cruises 3+ nights
Live the extravagant style of Gatsby in real life. Inspired by the roaring twenties, P&O recreate an evening of fascinating style, sparkling drinks, jazz music and opulence. This high end cocktail party will be complete with themed music, entertainment and classic cocktails.
Back to School - on all cruises 5+ nights
Get a hit of nostalgia and go back to school for a night of A+ fun. Features include a giant blackboard wall, graffiti decor and even a principal handing out detention slips for the class clowns. Get back to the good old days where your biggest worry was what to have for lunch.
Vegas Pool
Get glammed up and join us on the pool deck for an afternoon of sin (Sin City, that is). This pool party will be packed with high-energy music, Vegas style cocktails and performers. Think over-the-top, high-energy vibes you can only find in Vegas.
- Vessel: P&O - Pacific Aria
- Year: 1994
- Beam: 101ft
- Cruising speed: 22kn
- Onboard Currency: Australian Dollars
- Tonnage: 55,819
- Voltage: Australian 220v
- All Main Meals Included
- Casino
- Dance Classes
- Fitness Centre and Gym
- Internet Facilities
- Kids Club
- Medical Centre
- Length: 719ft
- Kids Club: Turtle Cove, Shark Shack, HQ and HQ+
- Passenger Capacity: 1,260
- Vessel: P&O - Pacific Aria
- Year Built: 1994
- 24 Hour Room Service
- Art Auctions
- Conference Facilities
- Duty Free Shopping
- Guest Entertainers
- Jogging Track
- Live Music & Comedy
- Themed Party Nights