Australia & New Zealand Cruises
Princess Cruises | Select Local Sailings - 2026/2027
Princess Cruises has released an exciting and diverse 2026/2027 Summer program offering a range of terrific itineraries.
CAPTAIN’S CIRCLE EARLY BOOKING BENEFITS: Book by 14 December 2024 & receive BONUS Onboard Spending Money valid up to $150 pp*.
Book during our Cruise Sale Week (14 – 21 November) and benefit from:
*50% reduced deposits
*$100 OBC per stateroom on voyages 7 nights or more
The Summer Season offers fantastic opportunities to experience award winning itineraries, authentic regional cuisine and world-class entertainment while visiting exciting ports, encountering local cultures and seeing incredible sights.
The comprehensive Australia/New Zealand program includes a range of departures to close-to-home destinations with the opportunity to discover breath-taking places and endless natural wonders! Choose from three ships sailing in our shores including the Royal Princess®, the Crown Princess® and the Grand Princess®.
Plan a memorable summer with a beautiful summer cruise!
2026/2027 Season Highlights
- Three Princess ships – Royal Princess®, Crown Princess® & Grand Princess®
- 42 unique itineraries across 74 destinations in 18 countries
- Cruise close-to-home on a range of wonderful itineraries departing from Sydney, Brisbane, Adelaide, Perth (Fremantle) & Auckland
- Explore Australia’s wonderful coastline, New Zealand & the South Pacific on voyages ranging from 2-79 nights
- Benefits from Princess MedallionClass – the latest technology onboard for guests to enjoy a personalised and effortless holiday. Through MedallionClass guests can stay connected with fast and reliable WiFi, order food and beverages to your location on the ship and find your travelling companions with ease. MedallionClass also offers a TruelyTouchless™ experience from staggered boarding to contactless payment and keyless stateroom entry. Medallion devices are included for all guests.
Popular Itineraries
We have chosen a small selection of popular cruise itineraries departing from Sydney. Princess offers an extensive range of other cruises departing from most capital cities so contact our Travel Specialists for more details.
Round Australia
Grand & Crown Princess - 28 Nights
Sydney | Newcastle | Melbourne | Adelaide | Albany | Margaret River (Busselton) | Perth (Fremantle) | Exmouth | Broome | Yampi Sound (Scenic Cruising) | Kimberley Coast (Scenic Cruising) | Darwin | Port Douglas (for the Great Barrier Reef) | Willis Island (for Service Call) | Brisbane | Sydney
DEPARTURES:
7 October 2026 – Crown Princess
2 April 2027 – Grand Princess
| Inside | Oceanview | Balcony | Mini-Suite | |
| Twin | $5,719* | $8,489* | $10,229* | $12,299* |
| Solo | $10,798* | $16,338* | $19,818* | $23,958* |
Fares are per person based on lead-in Standard fares.
Tasmania
Royal Princess - 6 Nights
Sydney | Eden | Great Oyster Bay & Freycinet Peninsula (Scenic Cruising) | Hobart | Port Arthur | Sydney
DEPARTURE:
19 March 2027
| Inside | Balcony | Mini-Suite | |
| Twin | $1,009* | $1,419* | $1,679* |
| Solo | $1,718* | $2,478* | $3,058* |
Fares are per person based on lead-in Standard fares.
Papua New Guinea
Grand Princess - 14 Nights
Sydney | Airlie Beach | Townsville | Yorkers Knob (Cairns) | Port Douglas (Great Barrier Reef) | Alotau (Milne Bay) | Conflict Islands | Brisbane | Sydney
DEPARTURE:
3 June 2027
| Inside | Oceanview | Balcony | Mini-Suite | |
| Twin | $2,259* | $2,849* | $3,459* | $4,109* |
| Solo | $3,998* | $5,178* | $6,398* | $7,698* |
Fares are per person based on lead-in Standard fares.
Southern Australia Explorer
Grand Princess - 12 Nights
Sydney | Melbourne | Kangaroo Island | Adelaide | Port Lincoln | Hobart | Port Arthur | Sydney
DEPARTURE:
18 November 2026
| Inside | Oceanview | Balcony | Mini-Suite | |
| Twin | $2,029* | $2,489* | $2,809* | $3,319* |
| Solo | $3,598* | $4,518* | $5,158* | $6,178* |
Fares are per person based on lead-in Standard fares. Some cabins may have obstructed views.
New Zealand
Royal Princess - 13 Nights
Sydney | Bay of Islands | Auckland | Picton (Marlborough Wine Region) | Christchurch | Dunedin | Fiordland National Park (Scenic Cruising) | Sydney
DEPARTURE:
5 December 2026
| Inside | Balcony | Mini-Suite | |
| Twin | $1,999* | $2,599* | $3,199* |
| Solo | $3,433* | $4,433* | $5,833* |
Fares are per person based on lead-in Standard fares. Some cabins may have obstructed views.
Northern Explorer
Grand Princess - 17 Nights
Sydney | Brisbane | Willis Island | Port Douglas (Great Barrier Reef) | Darwin | Kimberley Coast (Scenic Cruising) | Yampi Sound (Scenic Cruising) | Broome | Exmouth | Perth
DEPARTURES:
30 April 2027
17 May 2027 (Itinerary operates in reverse)
| Inside | Oceanview | Balcony | Mini-Suite | |
| Twin | $3,199* | $4,599* | $5,599* | $6,699* |
| Solo | $6,028* | $8,828* | $10,828* | $13,028* |
Fares are per person based on lead-in Standard fares. Some cabins may have obstructed views.
Upgrade Options
Upgrade your fare to a Plus or Premier option and save on the things you’re going to do anyway!
- Princess Plus from $65 per person per day
Includes enhanced wifi on MedallionNet Max (1 device per guest), Plus beverage package, unlimited juice bar, premium desserts (2 per day), fitness classes (2 per cruise), casual dining meals (2 per guest) and unlimited room service and Ocean Now delivery - Princess Premier from $100 per person per day
Includes enhanced wifi on MedallionNet Max (4 devices per guest), Premier beverage package, unlimited juice bar, unlimited premium desserts, unlimited fitness classes , photo package, unlimited specialty dining meals, unlimited casual dining meals, unlimited room service and Ocean Now delivery, Reserved theatre seating for Production Shows
Looking for more cruising options?
Circle Pacific 2027 Cruise Details
To enquire call 1300 766 537 or complete the form below
Princess Australia & New Zealand Program 2026/2027
IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Prices are in AUD. Your deposit will vary by cruise and grade of accommodation and will be due within three days of booking. Offer is not combinable with other promotions, is capacity-controlled, subject to availability and may be withdrawn or changed at any time without notice. All fares are subject to the terms and conditions as set out by Cruise Express and its suppliers which may be obtained at the time of booking. Cruise Express reserves the right to correct any errors or omissions and to cancel any product or service offered in the event of such error or omission. Availability is strictly limited in some cabin grades. All cruise prices quoted are based on lead-in fares. Some cabins may have obstructed views. The itinerary & port order may vary from the advertised map. The cruise line has the right to withdraw fares and cabin types from sale at any time, without notice. Fares and itineraries are accurate as of 12 November 2024 and are subject to change or withdrawal. Fares are based on the Princess Standard Launch Fares. Captain's Circle Early Booking Benefits ends 14 December 2025. To be eligible for the Captain's Circle offers, guests must be a Captain's Circle Member. Valid for new bookings only. ^Onboard Spending Money (`OBS') is per person, in AUD and applied to the first 2 guests in the stateroom only. OBS amount varies by voyage length as follows: Up to 3 nights receive $35 pp; 4-9 nights receive $75pp; 10= nights and cruisetours receive $150pp.OBS expires at the conclusion of your cruise, is not transferable, not redeemable for cash and cannot be used in the casino or medical centre. Travel Insurance is strongly recommended at the time of paying your deposit. Upgrade to Plus & Premier Fares are based on the Princess Standard NL1 fare. Travel Insurance is strongly recommended at the time of paying your deposit.
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