Princess Cruises 2025/2026 Australia & New Zealand itineraries

Where do Princess Cruises go from Australia and New Zealand?

Princess Cruises sails a wide spread of itineraries from Australian and New Zealand ports, covering everything from short coastal hops to voyages that cross entire oceans. Trips range from 2 nights up to 129 nights, with a median of 15 nights — so there is a sailing to suit a long weekend escape and one for an epic expedition in the same programme. A large share of sailings are one-way itineraries, which means the ship starts in one city and finishes in another: if you are not local to both ports, CruiseAway can book the connecting domestic flight as part of the package.

Which regions can I sail to?

Close to home — Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific

Australian coastal itineraries make up the biggest part of the programme. Voyages trace the eastern seaboard, dip down towards Tasmania, and loop up through the tropics towards the Great Barrier Reef. If you live near the departure port, you can drive or take the train to the terminal and be on board the same day — no flight involved at all. If you are travelling from another state, a short domestic hop gets you there, which is still a far simpler journey than flying long-haul for an overseas cruise.

New Zealand sailings are the second-largest group. Many depart from or arrive into Auckland, making them natural one-way voyages between Australia and New Zealand — a domestic flight at one end connects the two countries comfortably, and CruiseAway can book that flight alongside the cruise.

The South Pacific and French Polynesia feature in a handful of itineraries for travellers who want island scenery added to their voyage. Princess Cruises South Pacific sailings are covered separately if that is your main focus.

The long haul — transpacific, round the world and beyond

Transpacific crossings account for a significant share of the programme, linking Australia with the Americas across the Pacific. Many of these end in Los Angeles — a one-way voyage that works perfectly as the anchor of a longer holiday in the United States. CruiseAway can add flights, hotels either side and any transfers so the whole trip is sorted in one go.

Round-the-world itineraries on Princess Cruises call at ports across multiple continents. These are long voyages — and genuinely rare ones. If a world cruise is on your list, it pays to speak to one of our cruise experts early, because berths on these departures fill quickly.

The programme also includes sailings to Hawaii, Japan and the Mediterranean. If you are planning a cruise from Sydney to Hawaii in 2026 or looking at Japan cruises in 2026, both of those pages have dedicated sailings to explore.

Which ships sail these itineraries?

Princess Cruises deploys five ships on Australian and New Zealand itineraries across this season. Here is what each one offers.

Grand Princess

Grand Princess runs the highest number of sailings in this programme. On deck, the Movies Under the Stars screen lets you curl up under a blanket and watch a film as the Great Barrier Reef passes in the distance. The Princess app means you can order cocktails by the pool or pizza to your cabin without standing in a single queue. When you want peace, The Sanctuary’s adults-only top-deck retreat offers sun loungers, light meals and open ocean views above the Coral Sea.

Cabin choices on Grand Princess run from compact to exceptionally spacious — see the Grand Princess cabins and deck plans for the full layout:

• Inside cabin IA — 14.9 m², positioned on the middle decks for minimal motion and central lift access, sleeps up to 4
• Premium sea-view O3 — 19.1 m², floor-to-ceiling panoramic window with an unobstructed sea view, sleeps up to 4
• Premium Balcony cabin B2 — 25.5 m², floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors for an open, light-filled feel, 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 category, sleeps up to 4

Royal Princess

Royal Princess is best known for its SeaWalk — a glass-bottomed walkway that extends 40 metres above the ocean, with nothing but blue water below your feet. The Sanctuary adults-only retreat gives you attentive stewards and ocean views while the ship sails along Australia’s coast. Evenings bring Movies Under the Stars on deck, duelling pianos at Crooners bar, and a dancing fountain light show.

Cabin grades on Royal Princess — full details on the Royal Princess cabins and deck plans page:

• Inside cabin IA — 15.4 m², the most affordable entry point with minibar, safe and desk, sleeps up to 4
• Sea-view cabin O6 — 20.0 m², large panoramic forward-facing window with natural daylight and open-ocean sightlines, sleeps up to 4
• Deluxe Balcony cabin DA — 23.4 m², private balcony perfect for breakfast or sundowners, sleeps up to 4
• Penthouse Suite S3 with aft balcony — 54.5 m², the largest cabin on board with significantly more living space than any mini suite, sleeps up to 4

Sapphire Princess

Fresh from a 2025 refit, Sapphire Princess carries new restaurants, revitalised cabins and a modern Lotus Spa. The Sanctuary adults-only pool deck comes with private cabanas, cold towels and serenity stewards. A number of its sailings depart from Fremantle, making it a genuine no-fly option for Western Australians.

See the Sapphire Princess cabins and deck plans for the full picture. Grade summary:

• Inside cabin IA — 15.6 m², middle-deck position for quieter conditions and good stability, sleeps up to 4
• Premium Sea-view cabin O5 — 18.3 m², large panoramic bow-view window with natural daylight, sleeps up to 4
• Balcony cabin B2 — 25.7 m², private balcony with direct sea air, sleeps up to 4
• Grand Suite S1 — 123.5 m², the largest suite aboard with a separate living room and dining area, sleeps up to 4

Coral Princess

Coral Princess has a slimmer beam than the larger ships, which lets it slip into narrow waterways and smaller ports the megaships simply cannot reach — discovery itineraries are built into its design. A single venue on board features three revolving stages used for cooking demonstrations, cabaret and fashion shows. The Sanctuary adults-only retreat on the top deck rounds things out with loungers and attentive service. See the Coral Princess cabins and deck plans for grade details.

Crown Princess

Crown Princess suits travellers looking to circumnavigate Australia in one epic voyage, calling at multiple Australian ports along the way. The atmosphere on board is relaxed — live shows, personal service and dining that suits longer voyages. Families find the dedicated children’s clubs give younger guests their own programme, while adults retreat to The Sanctuary. Check the Crown Princess cabins and deck plans before you book.

What fare types does Princess Cruises offer?

Princess Cruises sailings are available in two main tiers. Princess Standard is the base cruise fare, covering the voyage itself — drinks, Wi-Fi and gratuities are available to add on. Princess Plus 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 plus 3 prints, and reserved theatre seating. For many travellers, Princess Plus works out better value than paying for each item separately — our cruise experts can compare the numbers for your specific sailing.

Are there discounts on Princess Cruises sailings?

Reductions are available across a number of sailings, with savings of up to 43% on one departure — though that is the maximum on a single sailing, and most discounted fares are reduced by around 7% from the price previously listed for that cabin grade. It is worth checking current pricing with our team, as availability and pricing move regularly. CruiseAway’s Best Price Guarantee means that if you find the same sailing cheaper elsewhere after booking, we will match it.

Where do these sailings depart from?

Sydney is the most popular embarkation port, with voyages departing throughout the season. Brisbane is the next most active departure point, particularly for sailings heading up the coast or into the Pacific. Perth (Fremantle) serves Western Australian travellers well, with Sapphire Princess departures making it a no-fly option for that part of the country. Auckland features as both an embarkation and a disembarkation port on trans-Tasman itineraries, and Singapore and Los Angeles appear at the far ends of the longer one-way crossings.

If you’re based in Melbourne, check the Melbourne cruises page — the port is used by several lines on this programme. Our Australia and New Zealand cruises hub has the full regional picture if you want to compare lines alongside Princess.

Make it a complete holiday

About 1 in 4 sailings on this programme depart from or end in an overseas port — Los Angeles, Singapore, Auckland or elsewhere. If that is your sailing, CruiseAway can book your flights, pre- or post-cruise hotels, transfers and tours as a DreamAway Package, putting the whole trip on one booking. For Australian-port departures, if you are not local to the embarkation city, a short domestic flight is usually all it takes — and we can arrange that too, along with a hotel the night before if you want a stress-free start.

Planning around the festive season? Christmas cruises from Sydney in 2026 and Christmas cruises across Australia both have dedicated pages. If New Year’s Eve at sea appeals, New Year’s Eve cruises for 2026 are worth a look too. You might also be interested in the Princess Cruises 2026–27 Australia season launch or Princess Cruises around Australia in 2026 for the full picture of what is coming.

Considering other lines alongside Princess? Royal Caribbean and Celebrity Cruises both sail the region and are on this programme. The full 2026 cruises page lets you browse everything available. Our broader cruises listing is always there if you want to start fresh.

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.