Princess Cruises cruise deals

Discover exceptional Princess Cruises deals

Princess Cruises sails to more corners of the world than most, and the discounted fares on sale through CruiseAway cover a wide spread of regions, durations and ships. Whether you have two weeks or two months, there is a sailing here to suit — from short getaways around Australian waters to grand voyages crossing the Pacific or heading deep into Alaska.

Why choose Princess Cruises deals?

Princess Cruises built its reputation on mid-size ships that feel sociable without being overwhelming, itineraries that go beyond the obvious, and a handful of signature features that regulars return for. Movies Under the Stars — a giant poolside screen with complimentary popcorn — is a genuine pleasure at sea, and The Sanctuary adults-only retreat appears across much of the fleet, giving you a quiet corner away from the bustle whenever you want it. The Princess app lets you order food and drinks anywhere on board without joining a queue. These are not generic cruise-ship conveniences; they are reasons people book Princess again and again.

On the fares side, discounts of up to 54% are available on individual sailings — though that figure represents one standout departure, and most reduced sailings are closer to 8% off that cabin’s previous listed price. It is still a real saving, and worth checking across several itineraries to find where the value sits for the dates you want. Our cruise sale finder makes that easy.

Where do Princess Cruises sail from Australia?

The mix of departure ports is one of the most practical things about booking Princess Cruises as an Australian traveller. The busiest embarkation ports include Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Sydney, Los Angeles, Tokyo (Yokohama), Vancouver and San Francisco — so while a good share of sailings require an international flight to reach the ship, a meaningful number leave from Australian shores altogether.

If you are local to Sydney or Brisbane, some itineraries let you board without a flight at all — drive to the terminal, check in and be at sea by afternoon. From another state, it is a short domestic hop rather than a long-haul journey, which still makes it one of the more straightforward ways to start a cruise holiday. On one-way itineraries, the voyage ends in a different city — Tokyo, Vancouver or Los Angeles, for instance — and a domestic or connecting flight home completes the trip. CruiseAway can book that return leg, the hotel the night before you sail, and any transfers along the way, so nothing is left for you to sort separately.

Fort Lauderdale sailings are worth noting: Miami is about half an hour away, and Princess Cruises also uses Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades) heavily for Caribbean departures — worth checking both ports if you are flying in from Australia.

Where do Princess Cruises go?

Close to home — Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific

For Australian travellers, Australia and New Zealand voyages are the natural starting point. Coastal Australian itineraries call at ports along both the east and west coasts, and a Sydney-to-New Zealand sailing is one of the most popular routes on the calendar — scenic enough to feel like a proper adventure, close enough that the flights are simple. If you have never cruised before, these are the routes where the logistics are easiest and the scenery is immediately rewarding. See Princess Cruises Australia & New Zealand itineraries for the full seasonal programme, or browse cruises around Australia in 2027 to compare options.

For New Zealand departures from Sydney specifically, cruises from Sydney to New Zealand covers the available sailings in detail.

The long haul — Japan, Alaska, the Pacific and beyond

Japan is the single most represented region in the Princess Cruises programme here, and it is easy to see why. Itineraries sail in and out of Tokyo (Yokohama), giving you a city at either end of the voyage that is worth a few days on its own. Browse the full range on our cruises to Japan page.

Alaska and the west coast of Canada are strongly represented, with Vancouver the key embarkation point for glaciers, fjords and wilderness scenery that Princess Cruises has been running for decades. The USA West Coast adds departures from Los Angeles and San Francisco for shorter itineraries.

Transpacific sailings connect Australia with the United States across the open ocean — longer voyages, typically 14 nights or more, that suit travellers who want the journey to be the destination. The Caribbean, departing Fort Lauderdale, and the British Isles, departing Southampton, round out the long-haul options, with Transatlantic crossings linking the two. Hawaii sailings are also available, including options from Sydney to Hawaii in 2027.

For a broader look at the 2026/2027 Australian season, the Princess Cruises Australia 2026/2027 season launch page has the full picture.

Which Princess ships are sailing these deals?

Several ships from the Princess fleet appear across these discounted sailings. Here is what makes each one distinctive.

Sapphire Princess

Fresh from a 2025 refit, Sapphire Princess returned to service with new restaurants, revitalised cabins and a modernised Lotus Spa. She sails from Fremantle in the 2027–28 season, which for Western Australian travellers means no flight to the port at all. The ship’s adults-only Sanctuary pool deck — private cabanas, cold towels, serenity stewards — gives you somewhere genuinely peaceful when you want to step back from the rest of the ship. See Sapphire Princess cabins and deck plans to choose your grade before you book.

Grand Princess

Grand Princess is well suited to the Great Barrier Reef routes she sails, combining Movies Under the Stars on the pool deck with The Sanctuary adults-only retreat above the Coral Sea. The Princess app works across the whole ship — order a cocktail by the pool or pizza delivered to your cabin, without moving from your spot. Check the Grand Princess cabins and deck plans if you are weighing up balcony grades or suite options.

Enchanted Princess

Enchanted Princess brings a few features you will not find elsewhere in the fleet. The WaterColor Fantasy LED light show illuminates the stern each evening. The 360 dining experience — seven courses woven together with music and visuals — is an evening in itself rather than just a meal. The Sanctuary here also offers al fresco massages and private cabanas. Cabin options range up to the 160.4 m² Sky Suite S0, which has 2 separate bedrooms each with its own bathroom. Browse Enchanted Princess cabins and deck plans for the full layout.

Royal Princess

Royal Princess is the ship with the glass-bottomed SeaWalk — a walkway that extends 40 metres above the waterline, with nothing but ocean beneath your feet. On deck in the evenings, a dancing fountain light show and Movies Under the Stars give you reason to linger outside after dinner. The Sanctuary adults-only area overlooks the ocean while the ship sails Australia’s coast. See Royal Princess cabins and deck plans for cabin grades and sizes.

Regal Princess

Regal Princess carries The Sanctuary and Movies Under the Stars as standard, and her dining options cover both the formal and the casual end: Crown Grill for a celebratory dinner, Salty Dog Gastropub for a relaxed bite, and the International Café open at any hour. Browse Regal Princess cabins and deck plans to compare grades.

Emerald Princess

Emerald Princess suits travellers who like flexibility. Anytime Dining across 13 restaurants means no fixed sittings and no set schedules — eat when it suits you. After a day in port, 4 pools and 7 hot tubs give you plenty of choice for winding down. Popcorn and blankets on the pool deck for Movies Under the Stars round out the evenings. See Emerald Princess cabins and deck plans for the full range of cabin options.

Also sailing these itineraries: Crown Princess, Diamond Princess, Sun Princess, Coral Princess and Sapphire Princess.

What cabin grades are available on Princess Cruises ships?

Princess Cruises offers a consistent range of cabin grades across the fleet, running from inside cabins through to full suites. Here is how they compare on 3 of the ships featured above:

Sapphire Princess cabin grades

• Inside cabin IA — 15.6 m², sleeps 4. Mid-deck position with central lift access and minimal motion.
• Premium Sea-view cabin O5 — 18.3 m², sleeps 4. Large panoramic window with a bow view and natural daylight.
• Balcony cabin B2 — 25.7 m², sleeps 4. Private balcony with direct access to fresh sea air.
• Grand Suite S1 — 123.5 m², sleeps 4. The largest suite aboard, with a separate living room and dining area.

Full details on Sapphire Princess cabins and deck plans.

Grand Princess cabin grades

• Inside cabin IA — 14.9 m², sleeps 4. Mid-deck location with minimal ship motion and easy access to facilities.
• Premium sea view O3 — 19.1 m², sleeps 4. Floor-to-ceiling panoramic window with unobstructed sea views.
• Premium Balcony cabin B2 — 25.5 m², sleeps 4. Floor-to-ceiling glass sliding doors and an open-plan feel.
• Grand Suite S1 with private hot tub — 67.8 m², sleeps 4. The largest suite on board by a significant margin.

See Grand Princess cabins and deck plans for all grades and deck positions.

Enchanted Princess cabin grades

• Inside cabin IA — 15.4 m², sleeps 4. Mid to upper deck positions with quiet surroundings and central lift access.
• Premium Sea-view cabin O6 — 16.0 m², sleeps 4. Floor-to-ceiling panoramic window with open sea views.
• Deluxe Balcony cabin DA — 23.4 m², sleeps 4. Extended corner balcony with more outdoor space than a standard balcony grade.
• Sky Suite S0 — 160.4 m², sleeps 5. Two separate bedrooms, each with its own bathroom — the most private suite configuration aboard.

Compare all grades on the Enchanted Princess cabins and deck plans page.

When is the best time to book Princess Cruises deals?

There is no single answer, because the value moves around. Early booking tends to secure the cabin grade you want at a stable fare; as departure approaches, last-minute reductions appear on unsold inventory. Fare types such as early-saver and last-minute offers coexist across the Princess programme, and our cruise experts can tell you which applies to the sailing you are looking at. The key is knowing what you want from the experience — suite or inside cabin, flexible dining or fixed — before you chase the price, because the cheapest fare on the wrong grade is rarely the best deal.

If your dates are flexible, cheap cruises and our cruises under A$999 pp* pages are a useful place to see what the lowest entry points look like across different lines and regions.

Do Princess Cruises promotions include onboard extras?

Some fares include onboard credits, drinks packages or gratuities; others are straightforward cruise-only prices. The inclusions vary by sailing, departure date and booking window — there is no single rule. When you book through CruiseAway, our cruise experts go through what each fare tier actually covers so you are not surprised later. It is one of the practical differences between booking with a specialist and booking direct.

Are Princess Cruises suitable for first-time cruisers?

Princess Cruises is well regarded as a first-cruise choice. Ships are large enough to feel lively but not overwhelming; the itineraries tend to be well-paced with a good balance of sea days and port calls; and features like the Princess app (which handles everything from dinner reservations to room service) reduce the friction of working out how a ship operates. Australian and New Zealand itineraries are particularly approachable — familiar waters, shorter durations available, and straightforward logistics for anyone who has not cruised before.

If you are weighing up shorter options to start with, short cruises from Brisbane and cheap cruises from Brisbane are worth a look alongside the Princess programme. Princess Cruises from Brisbane in 2027 covers the specific sailings available from that port.

Make it a holiday

Most Princess Cruises sailings on these pages require an international flight — to Fort Lauderdale, Tokyo, Los Angeles, Vancouver or elsewhere — and that flight is the start of a longer trip, not just a connection. CruiseAway can book the flights, the hotels either side, transfers between airport and port, and tours at your destination, either as a DreamAway Package or a fully custom arrangement. Everything goes on one booking, with one point of contact if anything needs adjusting. Our cruise experts are ATAS-accredited specialists — they know the Princess fleet, the fare structures and the routes, and they are there to help you build a holiday rather than just a cruise reservation.

For a broader search across all discounted cruise lines, browse all cruises on sale, or see the Discovery Princess deals page for that specific ship. You can also explore Princess Cruises around Australia in 2026 and the Princess Cruises 2025/2026 South Pacific itineraries for more options closer to home.

How can I find the latest Princess Cruises special deals?

The fares are kept up to date as Princess Cruises releases new offers and adjusts pricing. Use our cruise sale finder to filter by budget, region or departure port. If you want to be walked through what is currently on offer and what each fare includes, our cruise experts are the quickest route to a clear answer — they watch the Princess Cruises fare releases closely and can tell you where the genuine savings are sitting at any given time.

*Prices are per person based on 2 people sharing, and are subject to change. This price is not kept up to date and therefore does not reflect live pricing and availability. Prices and any discounts shown were checked on 14 October 2026.

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.