Princess Cruises Asia and Pacific itineraries

Where do Princess Cruises Asia and Pacific itineraries go?

Asia is the dominant focus here, with Japan at the centre of the programme — it accounts for the largest share of sailings by a considerable margin. Itineraries also reach into South East Asia, including Singapore as both an embarkation point and a destination, while Australia, the transpacific crossing routes and a handful of South Pacific sailings round out the range. Voyage lengths run from 7 nights up to 129, with a median around 16 nights — enough time to do any of these regions properly.

Japan — the heart of the programme

Japan dominates these sailings, and it is easy to see why: Tokyo and Yokohama (Tokyo) are the two busiest embarkation ports on the page, and the itineraries fan out from there across the country. Round-trip sailings are the most common shape, so you can fly in, cruise, and fly home from the same city without any awkward repositioning.

For those based near Sydney or Brisbane, a short domestic hop connects you to your international flight north — considerably less effort than reaching a European port. If you are planning a Japan cruise in 2026, these itineraries are where to start.

Transpacific crossings — a voyage with purpose

Around 41 of these sailings are one-way voyages, and the transpacific crossings are the prime example. A crossing that finishes in Los Angeles is a genuinely different kind of holiday: the Pacific Ocean itself becomes the destination, and a domestic flight connects Los Angeles back to your Australian capital when the voyage ends. We can book that return leg, along with any hotels you need on either side. If you are drawn to crossings between Hawaii and Australia in 2026, the transpacific options here are worth a close look.

Singapore and South East Asia

Singapore is both a popular embarkation point and a destination in its own right. Sailings routed through South East Asia tend to combine Singapore with other regional ports, making this a strong choice if you want variety across a single voyage. A cruise from Singapore to Australia in 2026 is also possible through this programme for those who want a one-way journey that brings you home by sea.

Australia and the South Pacific

A smaller share of sailings — around 9% — depart from Australian ports, including Sydney and Brisbane. If you live close to either city, these are genuinely no-flight cruises: drive or take a train to the terminal and board. From other states, a short domestic flight is all it takes. The Australia sailing options connect naturally with South Pacific routes for those who want island scenery closer to home.

Planning around the festive season? Christmas cruises from Sydney in 2026 and Christmas cruises across Australia in 2026 are a natural extension of what is.

Which ships does Princess Cruises use on these itineraries?

Princess Cruises deploys five ships across these sailings. Here is what each one brings:

Diamond Princess

Diamond Princess carries the largest share of these sailings. The ship’s Izumi bathhouse offers a traditional Japanese onsen experience at sea — a ritual that genuinely fits the Japan itinerary around it. Evenings bring Broadway-scale productions in the Princess Theatre, and Skywalkers Nightclub sits 15 decks above the waterline. Japan, Vietnam and Singapore packages aboard Diamond Princess can include return flights, which simplifies the booking considerably. See the Diamond Princess cabin and deck plans to compare grades.

Sapphire Princess

Fresh from a 2025 refit, Sapphire Princess now offers new restaurants, revitalised cabins and a modernised Lotus Spa. The adults-only Sanctuary pool deck — private cabanas, cold towels, serenity stewards — gives you somewhere genuinely quiet when you want it. Check the Sapphire Princess cabin and deck plans if you are deciding between grades.

Grand Princess

Grand Princess brings Movies Under the Stars on deck and a top-deck adults-only Sanctuary retreat with ocean views. The Princess app lets you order food and drinks anywhere on the ship without joining a queue — a small convenience that adds up over a long voyage. Browse the Grand Princess cabin and deck plans before you book.

Coral Princess

Coral Princess has a narrower beam than the larger ships, which lets her call at smaller ports closed to the megaships — a real advantage on discovery-style itineraries. Three revolving stages in a single venue host cooking demonstrations, cabaret and fashion shows across the same evening. The Sanctuary adults-only retreat is here too. See the Coral Princess cabin and deck plans.

Royal Princess

Royal Princess features the SeaWalk, a glass-bottomed walkway that extends 40 metres above the ocean — nothing between you and the blue below. Evenings offer Movies Under the Stars on deck and a dancing fountain light show. View the Royal Princess cabin and deck plans for cabin options.

Which cabin grade suits you?

Cabin options across Diamond Princess and Sapphire Princess follow a similar structure. Listed from the most affordable to the most spacious:

• Inside cabin IA — 15.6 m², sleeps up to 4. Positioned on middle decks for quieter conditions and central lift access.
• Premium Ocean-view cabin O5 — 18.3 m², sleeps up to 4. A panoramic window gives natural daylight and a wide forward sea view.
• Balcony cabin B2 — 25.7 m², sleeps up to 4. A private balcony with seating gives you direct access to the sea air and a view that interior cabins cannot match.
• Grand Suite S1 — 123.5 m², sleeps up to 4. The largest suite aboard, with a separate living area and roughly twice the footprint of any other suite category.

Grand Princess offers a similar range, with the Grand Suite S1 coming in at 67.8 m² and including a private hot tub, and the Premium Balcony B2 at 25.5 m² with floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors.

What do Princess Cruises fares include?

Princess Cruises sails with 3 fare tiers on these itineraries:

• Princess Standard — the base cruise fare, covering the voyage itself. The Princess Plus and Princess Premier packages can be added on at booking.
• Princess Plus — includes 4 casual dining meals per voyage, beverages up to A$15 each (up to 15 per day), MedallionNet® Max Wi-Fi, pre-paid crew appreciation, unlimited digital photographs plus 3 prints, and reserved theatre seating.

Our Princess Cruises deals page lists current fare promotions, including fare types such as last-minute offers. Our cruise experts can walk you through which tier suits your travel style before you commit.

Are there discounts on these sailings?

Some sailings carry a reduction from the price previously listed for that cabin grade — up to 27% on one departure, though most discounted sailings sit closer to 9% off. It is worth checking the current price against the grade you want, and our team can flag the best-value options when you call.

Make it a complete holiday

Most of these sailings depart from Japan, Singapore or the United States, so a flight is part of the picture for the majority of Australian travellers. CruiseAway can put the whole trip on one booking through our DreamAway Packages — flights, hotels before and after, transfers and tours arranged alongside the cruise, with nothing left to sort separately. Our cruise experts are specialists in exactly these routes and can build an itinerary that works around your home city, your preferred travel dates and your cabin preference. Browse the full range of cruises if you want to compare what else is sailing.

What else is sailing in 2026?

If you are weighing up other options for 2026, there is plenty to consider. Cruises from Sydney in December 2026 cover a range of destinations and lines. For a longer Pacific voyage, cruises around Australia in 2027 offer an extended itinerary closer to home. Princess Cruises from Brisbane in 2026 and Princess Cruises from Adelaide in 2026 are worth checking if you prefer to board closer to home. Cruises from Sydney to Tasmania in 2026 and Princess Cruises to Tasmania in 2026 are also popular with travellers looking for a shorter voyage before committing to a longer Asia itinerary. And if the Pacific draws you, cruises from Fremantle in 2026 offer a west-coast departure option worth considering alongside these sailings.