Circle Pacific cruises 2028

Where do circle Pacific cruises go in 2028?

Circle Pacific sailings in 2028 arc across the widest ocean on earth, connecting Australia with the Pacific islands, New Zealand, Asia and the Americas. The biggest share of departures follows transpacific routes — long, immersive voyages that cross the Pacific Ocean and finish in a different country from where they began. A strong group of round-the-world itineraries is also on sale, calling at ports across multiple continents. Closer to home, South Pacific sailings and a New Zealand voyage round out the range for travellers who want something shorter or nearer.

Transpacific and round-the-world voyages

The transpacific routes carry the most sailings of any category in 2028. These are proper ocean crossings — voyages that suit travellers who want days at sea as much as port calls, and who relish arriving somewhere genuinely far from home. Finishing ports include Los Angeles, Vancouver and Tokyo, so the voyage can double as the start of a wider trip to North America or Japan. If that's your plan, our team can add flights, hotels either side and transfers as one booking — no arrangement left to chance.

Round-the-world sailings are the grandest option: itineraries that call at ports across three or more continents, finishing in a different hemisphere from where they started. Finishing ports include Cape Town, which opens the door to a southern African stay if you want to extend at the end. Durations across both categories range from 12 nights up to 115 nights, with a median around 60 nights — so there is genuinely something for every appetite, from a month-long Pacific crossing to a four-month circumnavigation.

Most of these voyages are one-way itineraries, which is worth knowing before you book. If you embark in Sydney and disembark in Los Angeles, a domestic or international flight connects the two ends — and we can book that for you alongside the cruise itself.

South Pacific and New Zealand sailings

Not every Pacific voyage in 2028 needs to be a hemisphere-hopper. South Pacific itineraries offer a taste of the broader region at a more manageable length, departing from Australian ports and visiting island destinations across the Pacific. A New Zealand sailing rounds out the shorter end of the range — and if you're travelling from Sydney, the cruise from Sydney to New Zealand is among the most popular routes CruiseAway sells.

Which cruise lines sail circle Pacific routes in 2028?

Princess Cruises carries the largest share of 2028 departures by some distance — the line's long experience in Australian and Pacific waters makes it a natural fit for these itineraries. Cunard brings its famous White Star Service to a strong programme of round-the-world and transpacific voyages. Royal Caribbean offers its own Pacific crossings for travellers who want a resort-style ship on a long voyage. Regent Seven Seas Cruises suits those who want a luxury all-inclusive experience across the Pacific. Holland America Line rounds out the choice with itineraries built around destination immersion.

Which ships sail these routes?

Princess Cruises fields several ships on 2028 circle Pacific itineraries. Each has a distinct character, so it is worth knowing what is actually on board before you choose.

Grand Princess carries the most departures in this collection. On deck, The Sanctuary adults-only retreat offers sun loungers, light meals and ocean views — a genuinely peaceful escape when the ship is at sea. The Princess app lets you order food and drinks to wherever you happen to be, whether that's a sun chair by the pool or your cabin. Cabin options on Grand Princess range across four grades:

• Inside cabin IA — 14.9 m², positioned on middle decks for minimal motion and easy access to lifts and facilities, sleeps up to 4
• Premium sea view O3 — 19.1 m², floor-to-ceiling panoramic window with an unobstructed sea view flooding the cabin with natural light, sleeps up to 4
• Premium Balcony cabin B2 — 25.5 m², floor-to-ceiling glass sliding doors for an open-plan feel and private outdoor space, sleeps up to 4
• Grand Suite S1 with private hot tub — 67.8 m², the largest suite on board with considerably more space than any other suite category, sleeps up to 4

Coral Princess is built for discovery: its slim beam lets it slip into smaller ports and narrower waterways that larger ships simply cannot reach. On board, a single venue hosts cooking demonstrations, cabaret and fashion shows across 3 revolving stages. The Sanctuary adults-only retreat on the top deck offers the same peaceful escape. Coral Princess cabin grades:

• Inside cabin IA — 14.5 m², middle-deck position for stability and central access, sleeps up to 4
• Sea-view cabin O5 — 19.7 m², large panoramic window with unobstructed natural daylight, sleeps up to 4
• Premium Balcony cabin B1 — approximately 23 m² including balcony, roughly 50% more space than a standard balcony cabin — worth it on a longer voyage, sleeps up to 4
• Premium Suite S5 — 43.7 m², spacious living area with a separate seating zone, sleeps up to 4

Royal Princess is recognisable for its glass-bottomed SeaWalk, which extends 40 metres above the ocean — a striking feature for days at sea. The Sanctuary retreat and Movies Under the Stars are both on board too. Royal Princess cabin grades:

• Inside cabin IA — 15.4 m², with minibar, safe and desk, sleeps up to 4
• Sea-view cabin O6 — 20 m², large panoramic window with a forward-facing sightline across the open ocean, sleeps up to 4
• Deluxe Balcony cabin DA — 23.4 m², private balcony for breakfast or sundowners, sleeps up to 4
• Penthouse Suite S3 with aft balcony — approximately 54.5–63.4 m², the largest cabin on board with significantly more living space than any mini suite, sleeps up to 4

Crown Princess is well suited to Australian travellers looking for a relaxed atmosphere, live shows and service that feels personal. Its own cabin and deck plan pages are worth browsing before you decide.

What fare types are available?

Princess Cruises offers 2028 voyages in two main tiers. Princess Standard is the base cruise fare — it covers the voyage itself, with the Princess Plus and Princess Premier packages available to add. Princess Plus is the step most travellers find worth taking: it bundles 4 casual dining meals per voyage, beverages up to A$15 each (up to 15 drinks per day), MedallionNet® Max Wi-Fi, pre-paid crew appreciation, unlimited digital photographs with 3 prints, and reserved theatre seating.

Cunard fares on these sailings include the Cunard Fare, which gives you a choice of stateroom number, priority for upgrades, a low 15% deposit with a flexible balance payment date, and the ability to amend your booking up to the balance due date. A Saver fare is also available on select sailings for those who are flexible on cabin allocation and prefer the lowest possible price in exchange for paying in full at booking.

Royal Caribbean sailings carry fare types such as last-minute offers and solo fares — worth checking if you're travelling alone or booking close to departure.

16 of the sailings in this collection are all-inclusive or carry significant fare inclusions, so it is always worth comparing what each tier covers before deciding on a cabin grade alone.

Are there discounts on 2028 circle Pacific sailings?

A good share of sailings carry a reduction from the price previously listed for that cabin grade. Most discounted sailings are reduced by around 4%, with up to 10% off on a small number of departures. If a fare promotion is showing when you search, our cruise experts can confirm whether it applies to your preferred sailing and cabin.

Where do these sailings depart from?

The majority of 2028 circle Pacific sailings depart from Australian ports — Sydney leads, followed by Brisbane. If you live close to either port, you can board with no international flight involved; a domestic hop connects most other Australian capitals. Auckland is also an embarkation option for New Zealand travellers.

Sailings departing from Los Angeles and Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades) represent the American end of these itineraries. Fort Lauderdale and Miami are about half an hour apart, so a Florida departure can work from either port — worth checking both. We can arrange flights from Australia, hotels either side, and transfers as part of a single DreamAway Package booking.

How to book a 2028 circle Pacific cruise with CruiseAway

CruiseAway is an ATAS-accredited cruise specialist and a CLIA member, which means our team works with these cruise lines every day and knows the fares, the cabin grades and the promotions in detail. Our Best Price Guarantee covers every booking, and our cruise experts are available to talk through itinerary options, help you pick the right cabin for the length of the voyage, and bundle in flights, hotels, tours, transfers and insurance wherever you need them.

Planning 2028 sailings from the Australian or New Zealand perspective? The Princess 2027–2028 season launch and the Cunard 2027–2028 world cruise and season launch pages cover the broader programmes from both lines if you want to compare dates and itineraries side by side. The full 2028 cruises collection is the widest starting point if you're still deciding on region. For something closer to home before committing to a Pacific crossing, Princess Cruises Australia 2026–2027 season sailings and cruises from Brisbane in January 2027 are good comparisons. If a transpacific voyage starting in Western Australia appeals, the Fremantle to Singapore cruises in 2028 page covers that specific routing. And for Carnival Cruises from Brisbane or broader Carnival 2026–2027 sailings from Adelaide, those pages are ready when you are.