Unleash Your Inner Explorer: Princess Cruises Unveils 2026-2027 Summer Highlights!
Prepare to be captivated by Princess Cruises' unforgettable 2026-2027 summer season. This year, a world of adventure awaits, with new and exciting itineraries designed to ignite your wanderlust.
Circle the Pacific in Style: Embark on epic Circle Pacific voyages, departing from Sydney, Brisbane, and Auckland, for journeys lasting up to 79 nights.
Royal Princess® Returns to Australia: Get ready for a season of discovery with Royal Princess®, offering a diverse range of itineraries that will take you to Tasmania, New Zealand, and beyond.
Grand Princess® Explores the Australian Coast: Join Grand Princess® for unforgettable Australian adventures, including the ever-popular Southern and Northern Explorer itineraries, as well as the legendary Round Australia voyage.
Discover Uncharted Territories: This summer, Princess Cruises offers 62 departures across 42 unique itineraries, encompassing 74 destinations in 18 countries. Explore hidden gems and iconic landmarks, from bustling cities to serene islands.
Crown Princess® Extends Her Australian Stay: Following a mesmerizing 35-night journey through Hawaii, Tahiti, and the South Pacific, Crown Princess® will delight you with an additional round Australia itinerary.
South Pacific Adventures: Experience the allure of the South Pacific with journeys that will take you to the breathtaking islands of Fiji and Papua New Guinea.
Don't miss this chance to create lasting memories. Book your unforgettable Princess cruise today!
*Fares are per person, in AUD, in complete twin accommodation based on the lead category for each stateroom type at time of publication, inclusive of all discounts, taxes, fees and port expenses (which are subject to change). Valid for new bookings and not combinable with any other offer. This offer is not combinable with Cruise Sale weeks or Select Sailing amenities (including onboard credit). To secure a booking, payment must be received within 1 day from when the booking is made. Fares are non-refundable – 100% cancellation fees apply. All Staterooms will be allocated by Princess and closer to sailing – not at time of booking. Fares based on specific departure dates only. Higher fares may apply to other departure dates listed. Standard fare is the cruise fare only without any inclusions. This offer is only available on lead grades only. Supplements apply for other stateroom categories. Some oceanview staterooms have obstructed views. Princess Cruises has set aside a reasonable number of staterooms which are available at these fares. Once these staterooms are sold, fares may vary. All offers are subject to availability. These fares are only available to our Trade Partners, and cannot be booked via our Call Centre. To be read in conjunction with the Booking and Passage Contract at www.princess.com/legal/passage_contract/ which passengers will be bound by. A credit card surcharge of 1.5% for Visa and Mastercard and 2.75% for AMEX apply.
Itinerary
| Day | Date | Port | Times |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 20 Feb 27 | Sydney, Australia | Depart 4:00pm |
| 2 | 21 Feb 27 | at sea | |
| 3 | 22 Feb 27 | at sea | |
| 4 | 23 Feb 27 | at sea | |
| 5 | 24 Feb 27 | Bay of Islands, New Zealand | Arrive 8:00am Depart 6:00pm |
| 6 | 25 Feb 27 | Auckland, New Zealand | Arrive 6:30am Depart 7:00pm |
| 7 | 26 Feb 27 | Tauranga, New Zealand | Arrive 8:15am Depart 6:00pm |
| 8 | 27 Feb 27 | at sea | |
| 9 | 28 Feb 27 | Picton, New Zealand | Arrive 8:00am Depart 5:00pm |
| 10 | 01 Mar 27 | Christchurch (Lyttelton), New Zealand | Arrive 7:00am Depart 5:00pm |
| 11 | 02 Mar 27 | Dunedin (Port Chalmers), New Zealand | Arrive 7:00am Depart 5:00pm |
| 12 | 03 Mar 27 | Fiordland National Park (Scenic Cruising) | Arrive 9:00am Depart 6:00pm |
| 13 | 04 Mar 27 | at sea | |
| 14 | 05 Mar 27 | at sea | |
| 15 | 06 Mar 27 | Sydney, Australia | Arrive 6:00am |
Royal Princess
Ship Details
Experience exceptional quality aboard the Royal Princess and discover amazing new destinations from Alaska to Australia. The unique SeaWalk is a 60 metre long glass walkway that allows you to enjoy the magnificent views while at sea.
Featuring Princess MedallionClass, Royal Princess passengers will receive fast and reliable Wi-Fi, TrulyTouchless operating system, food and drink delivery ship wide and more.
Feel at home in the comfort of your accommodations with options to suit all travellers. All staterooms are attended by welcoming Princess staff and complimentary 24-hour room service.
Princess Cruises offer a wide array of complimentary options to suit all desires. The new Dine My Way, allows you to customise your mealtimes so you can dine when, where, and with who you want. For when you want to celebrate an occasion or just enjoy exceptional food and service visit one of the specialty restaurants onboard .
Nurture your whole self while onboard the Royal Princess. Keep active just as you do at home with a visit to the Lotus Spa fitness centre, where you will have amazing views out to sea. When it is time for relaxation visit the award winning Lotus Spa for a treatment or The Enclave, a luxurious thermal suite and hydro-therapy pool.
Activity and entertainment options onboard will keep everyone in your group happy. Keep active on the Sports Court or cool off in one of the pools or relax in a hot tub. In the evening, enjoy a movie under the stars, live music or a show in the Princess theatre. The kids can have fun in one the age specific camp centres. Adults can take time to renew in the Lotus Spa with a luxurious treatment or in the adult only area, The Sanctuary.
Plan a cruise aboard the Royal Princess today and experience this all for yourself
Deck Plan
Choose a deck number to view the deck layout
Accommodation
Premium Mini-Suite with Balcony
- Welcome glass of champagne
- Separate seating area with a sofabed
- Balcony with patio furniture
- Twin beds that convert to a queen-size bed*
- Evening bed turn-down, chocolates on your pillow
- Two flat-panel televisions
- Private bathroom with combination tub and shower
- Shampoo, conditioner, body lotion
- 100% Egyptian cotton linens
- Satellite TV, refrigerator, hair dryer, safe, closet, phone and desk
- 110-volt, 60-cycle alternating current (AC) with standard U.S. plug fittings
- Daily housekeeping service
Mini-Suite with Balcony
- Welcome glass of champagne
- Separate seating area with a sofabed
- Twin beds that convert to a queen size bed*
- Private bathroom with combination tub and shower
- Shampoo, conditioner, body lotion
- 100% Egyptian cotton linens
- Balcony with patio furniture
- Two flat-panel televsions
- Satellite TV, refrigerator, hair dryer, safe, closet, phone and desk
- 110V, 60-cycle alternating current (AC) with standard U.S. plug fittings
- Daily housekeeping service
- Evening bed turn-down, chocolates on your pillow
Premium Deluxe Balcony
- Seating area with a sofa bed
- Balcony with patio furniture
- Twin beds that convert to a queen size bed*
- Shampoo, conditioner, body lotion
- 100% Egyptian cotton linens
- Private bathroom with shower
- Satellite TV, refrigerator, hair dryer, safe, closet, phone and desk
- 110V, 60-cycle alternating current (AC) with standard U.S. plug fittings
- Daily housekeeping service
- Evening bed turn-down, chocolates on your pillow
Deluxe Balcony (obstructed)
- Seating area with a sofa bed
- Balcony with patio furniture
- Twin beds that convert to a queen size bed*
- Private bathroom with shower
- Shampoo, conditioner, body lotion
- 100% Egyptian cotton linens
- Satellite TV, refrigerator, hair dryer, safe, closet, phone and desk
- 110V, 60-cycle alternating current (AC) with standard U.S. plug fittings
- Daily housekeeping service
- Evening bed turn-down, chocolates on your pillow
Balcony
- Balcony with patio furniture
- Twin beds that convert to a queen size bed*
- Private bathroom with shower
- Shampoo, conditioner, body lotion
- 100% Egyptian cotton linens
- Satellite TV, refrigerator, hair dryer, safe, closet, phone and desk
- 110V, 60-cycle alternating current (AC) with standard U.S. plug fittings
- Daily housekeeping service
- Evening bed turn-down, chocolates on your pillow
Balcony (obstructed)
- Balcony with patio furniture
- Twin beds that convert to a queen size bed*
- Private bathroom with shower
- Shampoo, conditioner, body lotion
- 100% Egyptian cotton linens
- Satellite TV, refrigerator, hair dryer, safe, closet, phone and desk
- 110V, 60-cycle alternating current (AC) with standard U.S. plug fittings
- Daily housekeeping service
- Evening bed turn-down, chocolates on your pillow
Interior
- Twin beds that convert to a queen size bed*
- Private bathroom with shower
- Shampoo, conditioner, body lotion
- 100% Egyptian cotton linens
- Satellite TV, refrigerator, hair dryer, safe, closet, phone and desk
- 110V, 60-cycle alternating current (AC) with standard U.S. plug fittings
- Daily housekeeping service
- Evening bed turn-down, chocolates on your pillow
Facilities
Dining
- Chef's Table Lumiere
- Traditional Dining Room
- Private wine cellar dining rooms
- Sabatini's Italian Restaurant
- Crown Grill Steak and Seafood Restaurant
- Horizon Court buffet
- The Pastry Shop
- Alfredo's Pizzeria
- Ocean Terrace
- Gelato
- International Cafe
- Vines wine bar
- Ocean Terrace Seafood Bar
- Prego Pizzeria
- Trident Grill burgers and hot dogs
Bars
- Club 6
- Vista Lounge
- Bellini's cocktail bar
- Crooner's Lounge and Bar
- Wheelhouse Bar
- Churchill Lounge
- Outrigger Bar
- Seaview Bar
- Mermaid's Tail Bar
Entertainment
- Water and Light Show
- Princess Casino
- Princess Theatre
- Princess Live! TV studio
- Movies Under the Stars
- Piazza strolling performers
Fun and Relaxation
- The Sanctuary
- Lotus Spa featuring new addition The Enclave
- Fitness Center
- Retreat Pool
- Fountain Pool
- Aerobics studio
- Jogging track and exercise circuit
- Center Court basketball, volleyball and tennis
- Table tennis
- Laser shooting range
- Indoor golf driving range
- Putting green, bocce ball and croquet area
- Kids' and Teens' Centers
- SeaWalk
- 24-hour Internet cafe
- Art gallery
- Library
- Duty-Free Boutique Shopping
- Medical Center
- Hearts and Minds Wedding Chapel
Child Care
Miscellaneous
Dining
The Royal Princess features many new eateries and additions to old favourites, earning praise as one of the Best Cruise Ships for Foodies' from USA Today.
Traditional dining with set meal times and your own personal waiter now feature the option of Chef's Tablie Lumiere, a private table enclosed by a softly-lit curtain for the most exclusive gourmet experience. The flexible dining rooms also now feature private dining options with Wine Maker's Dinner where wines are specially paired to your meal.
Enjoy authentic Italian at Sabatini's or steak and seafood at Crown Grill for something different. Sweet tooths will be spoilt for choice with new additions The Pastry Shop and Gelato, plus a new tea tower at International Cafe and a bigger-than-ever Horizon Court buffet.
Entertainment
The Sanctuary is now 20% larger than on any other Princess ship, meaning you have more space to relax and escape. Adjacent in The Retreat find new VIP poolside cabanas. When you've had enough sun venture below deck to indulge in a treatment at the award-winning Lotus Spa. Challenge both your body and mind with extensive top of the range sporting facilities and the trademark ScholarShip@Sea enrichment courses.
Be a part of a broadcast audience in the Princess Live! TV studio with original culinary shows, comedy and game shows. You can also tune in from the comfort of your own state rooms! At night take to the dance floor in the new Club 6, try your luck in the Princess Casino and be captivated by the pioneering water and light show on the top deck. Wind down after a day packed full of activities or a night spent partying with a drink in the elegant Bellini's cocktail bar, Crooner's Lounge and Bar or Wheelhouse Bar with live piano entertainment.
Kids
Kids
Children of all ages will have a blast on the updated and expanded kids zones. Parents can escape and relax without worrying about keeping the kids entertained.
The Royal Princess has added new outdoor play areas and lounges for each age bracket plus extra entertainment areas and facilities. Princess Pelicans (for ages 3 to 7) and Shockwaves (for ages 8 to 12) offer arts and crafts, kids' karaoke, pizza and ice cream parties, pajama nights and many more activities to keep kids occupied. The Remix program (for ages 13 to 17) offers access to the Teen Center with video games, air hockey, skeeball, table football, karaoke, movie nights and sports competitions just to name a few. They'll never want to leave!