Princess Cruises 2028 summer season

Where does Princess Cruises sail in summer 2028?

Princess Cruises summer 2028 covers a wide spread of the world, from short Australian coastal getaways to sweeping transpacific crossings of 90-plus nights. The season runs from late 2027 through to September 2028, and sailings depart from Australian home ports as well as from Los Angeles, Vancouver, Singapore and beyond. Roughly half of the voyages sail from Australian shores — meaning no international flight is required to step aboard — while the rest make the most of destinations that naturally involve a flight each way, which CruiseAway can bundle into one seamless package.

Which regions are sailing?

The season concentrates most heavily on Australian home waters and the broader Pacific, but it stretches all the way to Alaska and the US West Coast. Here is what is on offer, organised by how far you want to travel.

Close to home — Australia, the South Pacific and beyond

Australia is the dominant region this season. Whether you live near Sydney or Brisbane and can board without setting foot in an airport, or you are travelling from another state and need only a short domestic hop, Australian sailings make a Princess cruise as easy as any holiday can be. Itineraries range from quick coastal breaks — ideal for first-timers or those with limited leave — right up to grand round-Australia voyages in 2028 that call at multiple Australian ports before finishing in a different city. On a one-way itinerary, a domestic flight connects the two ends; CruiseAway can book that too, along with any pre-cruise or post-cruise hotel nights.

The South Pacific is a natural companion to the Australian season. These sailings venture out into the Pacific islands, and they suit anyone who wants a step further than coastal Australia without committing to a long-haul journey. New Zealand voyages are also part of this cluster — sailings that take in dramatic scenery from the water and give you time ashore in one of Australia’s most popular short-haul neighbours. A small number of itineraries reach into Southeast Asia, making Singapore either a starting point or a finishing city; if you are flying to or from Singapore, CruiseAway books the flights and the hotel either side as part of a DreamAway Package. For those considering a Fremantle to Singapore sailing in 2028 or the reverse direction, a cruise from Singapore to Australia in 2028, both are well served this season.

The long haul — transpacific, Alaska, Hawaii and the US West Coast

For those who want a proper adventure, the longer voyages this season cross the Pacific entirely. Transpacific itineraries are among the most dramatic sailings Princess offers — wide-open ocean days broken by port calls across multiple countries, finishing on the other side of the Pacific from where you started. These are naturally one-way voyages, so CruiseAway builds in the return flight and any pre- or post-voyage hotel stay.

Alaska in 2028 is a serious draw this season, with a good number of Princess sailings operating from Vancouver into some of the most dramatic scenery in the world — glaciers, fjords and wildlife-rich coastline. If you are planning an Alaska voyage, you can also look at Alaska cruises from Vancouver in 2028 for a focused view of the options. Sailings conclude in Anchorage/Whittier, so the return leg is a straightforward connection — one we handle as part of the booking.

Hawaii sailings connect Australian summer with one of the most requested Pacific destinations. And for those whose interest lies along the US West Coast, Princess has itineraries operating out of Los Angeles that pair well with a few nights in the city either side — hotels and transfers included when you book with us. The Circle Pacific route in 2028 is worth a look if you want to take in multiple regions in a single voyage. Equally, Sydney to Hawaii sailings in 2028 offer a natural arc for Australian travellers heading north.

Which ships are sailing?

Several Princess ships cover this season, and each has a distinct character. Below is a guide to what you can expect aboard each one. The page’s full cruise search lets you filter by ship once you have a region or date in mind.

Sun Princess — launched 2024

Sun Princess is the biggest and most innovative ship Princess has ever put to sea, having entered service in 2024. She carries 29 dining options and 5 pools, so there is genuinely always something new to discover — guests frequently report that a fortnight aboard still feels like not enough time to try everything. The Dome is one of the ship’s signature spaces: a Santorini-inspired pool deck by day that transforms into a South Beach-style entertainment venue as the evening comes in. It is a proper statement of what modern Princess cruising looks like.

Sun Princess cabin grades and deck plans are worth looking at early, because the range is wide:

• Inside cabin IA — 13.5 m², sleeps 4. Compact and excellent value; full amenities throughout, ideal if you plan to spend most of your time out on deck or in port.
• Premium Sea-view cabin O2 — 19.7 m², sleeps 4. A panoramic window brings in natural daylight and open-sea views without the balcony price.
• Deluxe Balcony cabin DF (spacious) — 27.4 m², sleeps 4. Your own outdoor space for breakfast or a sundowner, with sea views included.
• Sky Suite S0 — 117.2 m², sleeps 4. Two full bedrooms and two bathrooms, one with a bathtub and a separate shower — the suite experience done properly.

Sapphire Princess

Sapphire Princess carries the bulk of the Australian and Fremantle departures this season, making her the ship most likely to mean no international flight at all. She completed a refit in 2025 that brought new restaurants, revitalised cabins and a refreshed Lotus Spa — so she sails into the 2028 season feeling genuinely current. Her standout space is The Sanctuary, an adults-only pool deck at the top of the ship with private cabanas, cold towels on demand and serenity stewards whose sole job is to keep things peaceful. If you are after a quieter version of a Princess holiday, Sapphire is worth putting at the top of your list.

See the full range of Sapphire Princess cabins and deck plans. The main grades are:

• Inside cabin IA — 15.6 m², sleeps 4. Mid-deck position with central lift access; quieter than higher decks and steadier than lower ones.
• Premium Sea-view cabin O5 — 18.3 m², sleeps 4. A large panoramic bow-facing window gives natural light and a forward view that interior cabins cannot match.
• Balcony cabin B2 — 25.7 m², sleeps 4. Private outdoor space with direct sea air — the step up from sea-view that most regular Princess guests make.
• Grand Suite S1 — 123.5 m², sleeps 4. The largest suite aboard, with a separate living room and dining area — more than twice the size of a Penthouse suite.

Diamond Princess

Diamond Princess is the ship for anyone heading to Japan or broader Asia this season. Her Izumi bathhouse brings a traditional Japanese onsen experience to sea — warm mineral pools and a genuine sense of ritual that you will not find on most cruise ships. The Princess Theatre hosts Broadway-style productions most evenings, and Skywalkers Nightclub sits 15 decks above the waterline for those who want to keep the evening going after the show. Packages that include return flights from Australia to Asian embarkation ports make her particularly easy to book through CruiseAway.

Diamond Princess cabin grades and deck plans:

• Inside cabin IA — 15.6 m², sleeps 4. Mid-deck, quiet, central lift access, minimal movement.
• Premium Ocean-view cabin O5 — 18.3 m², sleeps 4. Panoramic bow-position window with a wide forward sea view.
• Balcony cabin B2 — 25.7 m², sleeps 4. Private balcony with seating — direct access to sea air and views that interior and ocean-view cabins do not offer.
• Grand Suite S1 — 123.5 m², sleeps 4. The largest suite aboard at approximately 123.5 m², almost twice the space of the Owner’s Suite.

Emerald Princess, Grand Princess and more

Emerald Princess is a ship that suits guests who like eating on their own schedule. Anytime Dining across 13 restaurants means no fixed sittings and no set schedules — you eat when you are hungry, where you feel like it. After a day in port, 7 hot tubs and 4 pools give you options, and Movies Under the Stars — complimentary popcorn and blankets on the pool deck under the open sky — is the kind of low-key evening that regular cruisers come back for specifically. Emerald Princess cabin and deck details are available if you want to compare grades before you call.

Grand Princess brings a similar spirit to Great Barrier Reef voyages. Order anything from anywhere on the ship with a tap on the Princess app — cocktails poolside, pizza in the cabin, no queuing. The Sanctuary adults-only deck provides sun loungers, light meals and ocean views above the Coral Sea for those who want a quieter corner. Movies Under the Stars is another fixture here. Explore Grand Princess cabins and deck plans to find the grade that works for your trip.

Caribbean Princess, Enchanted Princess, Coral Princess, Regal Princess and Royal Princess also have sailings available this season. Each carries The Sanctuary adults-only retreat and Movies Under the Stars as standard Princess features, and each has Broadway-style productions in the Princess Theater most evenings at no cover charge. Cabin and deck plan pages are available for Enchanted Princess, Coral Princess, Caribbean Princess, Regal Princess and Royal Princess if you want to compare before you choose.

What fare types does Princess Cruises offer?

Princess Cruises operates three main fare tiers this season, and choosing the right one makes a genuine difference to what you pay on board.

Princess Standard is the base cruise fare. It covers the sailing itself — your cabin, main dining, and access to the ship’s facilities. The beverages package, Wi-Fi, crew appreciation and casual dining credits are not included, but can be added. This fare suits guests who prefer to pay as they go or who already hold loyalty benefits.

Princess Plus is the mid-tier and, for most guests, the one that delivers the clearest value. It includes beverages up to A$15 each (with a daily limit of 15 drinks), MedallionNet Max Wi-Fi, pre-paid crew appreciation, 4 casual dining meals per voyage, unlimited digital photographs plus 3 prints, and reserved theatre seating. Everything that most guests pay for anyway is pre-covered, which keeps the daily on-board spend predictable.

CruiseAway’s cruise experts can walk you through which tier suits your travel style — call us before you book and we will make sure you are not paying twice for things you already have, or missing inclusions that would save you money on board.

Are there discounts available?

Selected Princess Cruises departures this season are available at a reduced price from their previously listed cabin-grade rate. The maximum reduction on any single sailing reaches 47%, though that applies to one departure; most reduced sailings carry a more typical saving of around 7%. The better approach is to ask our cruise experts which specific sailings are currently marked down — the picture changes regularly, and a specialist who watches this daily will find the value faster than a filter will.

Fare types such as early-saver offers, last-minute availability and limited-time promotions also appear across the season. These are worth asking about at the time of booking rather than assuming they will still be live when you come back to it.

Make it a full holiday

CruiseAway is a cruise specialist — every booking is a cruise or a cruise-inclusive package. If your Princess sailing starts or ends overseas, or if you want a night or two in the departure city before you board, our team can add flights, hotels, tours, transfers and insurance around the cruise, either as a bundle or as a fully custom itinerary. That is what a DreamAway Package is: the whole trip on one booking, with one point of contact if anything changes.

For Australian departures — Sydney, Brisbane, Adelaide, Fremantle and others — there is no international flight involved at all. If you are local to the port, you drive or take the train. If you are coming from another state, it is a short domestic hop to the embarkation city, and we can book that too. For sailings that start or finish in Los Angeles, Vancouver, Tokyo, Singapore or Anchorage, the cruise is the centrepiece of a longer journey — flights, airport transfers and pre- or post-cruise hotels are all things we handle as part of the one booking.

Planning a cruise from Brisbane in 2028 or a Princess Cruises around Australia itinerary? Both are well represented this season, and our team can pair either with accommodation and transfers to make the start and finish as smooth as the sailing itself. You might also consider all-inclusive cruise options for 2028 if you prefer a single price that covers the lot.

What about other Princess Cruises seasons?

If summer 2028 does not quite match your dates, Princess has strong year-round availability. The Princess Cruises 2027–2028 season launch covers the broader programme, and the Australia 2027/2028 season launch focuses specifically on the Australian itineraries across both years. The Princess Australia summer 2027 season is the year prior, with comparable itinerary shapes if your dates land earlier.

For the full Princess Cruises picture in 2028, the Princess Cruises 2028 hub has everything across all regions and seasons. You can also browse the broader cruises 2028 collection if you are open to other lines alongside Princess.

Guests planning around specific Australian departure ports can go straight to Brisbane 2028 departures or check what is available through Melbourne as a joining port. For New Zealand connections, Auckland 2028 sailings sit alongside the Australian itineraries and are easy to pair with a domestic flight across the Tasman.

Related seasons and routes also worth browsing: Christmas cruises from Sydney, Brisbane January 2027 departures, Christmas cruises from Brisbane, New Year’s Eve cruise options, and January cruises for those who want to start the year at sea.

If you are thinking about a longer voyage, the Asia cruises 2028 page brings together Princess and other lines sailing the region in the same period. And for those weighing up other season-launch programmes alongside Princess, the Cunard 2027–2028 world cruise and season launch is worth a look, as is the broader summer cruises collection. The Princess Cruises Australia 2026/2027 season and the cruises around Australia in 2027 remain live if you want to compare itinerary shapes across years.

For upcoming voyages with a festive or seasonal angle, the New Year’s Eve cruise 2026 and Sydney January 2027 sailings fill in the gaps between the main summer season blocks. And if you are browsing well in advance, Australia cruises in April 2028 show how the autumn shoulder season compares to the peak summer programme.

Where a discount is shown, it is a reduction from the price previously listed for that cabin grade on that sailing, not a comparison between cabin grades or against a brochure rate. Discounts and prices shown are not kept up to date: the reduction available now may be smaller, or may have ended, and prices may have changed.