Cruises from Brisbane to New Zealand in 2027

Why sail from Brisbane to New Zealand in 2027?

All the sailings on offer here depart from Brisbane and return to Brisbane, so there are no one-way logistics to manage. If you live in Queensland, you can drive or take the train straight to the port. If you are travelling from another state, a short domestic hop to Brisbane is all it takes — a fraction of the effort involved in flying to a foreign embarkation port. From there, Princess Cruises takes you across the Tasman and back, on voyages ranging from 13 to 79 nights. The median sailing is 14 nights — long enough to feel genuine, short enough to fit around most leave allowances.

Every sailing is a round trip, which means you come home the same way you left. No domestic connection at the far end, no luggage shuffling between ports. Just board in Brisbane, sail to New Zealand, and disembark in Brisbane when you are done.

Which regions can I sail to from Brisbane?

The itineraries cover 3 distinct parts of the world, and the mix is worth knowing before you choose.

New Zealand and Australia and New Zealand

The majority of sailings focus on New Zealand itself, or combine New Zealand with Australian ports along the way. These are the itineraries closest to home — deep into the South Pacific and back — and they suit travellers who want a dedicated New Zealand experience without crossing multiple time zones. If you want to compare options sailing from other Australian cities to New Zealand, the cruises from Australia to New Zealand page covers the full picture, and Sydney to New Zealand in 2027 and Melbourne to New Zealand in 2027 are worth a look if Brisbane is not your nearest port.

Transpacific voyages

One sailing takes the longer view, crossing the Transpacific on a voyage that stretches well beyond the standard New Zealand run. At up to 79 nights, this is a serious expedition — ideal if you want to combine New Zealand with a broader Pacific crossing without changing ships. These voyages are technically round trips departing and returning to Brisbane, so the same no-fuss embarkation applies.

Cruises from Brisbane to New Zealand 2027 — what is on sale?

Every sailing is operated by Princess Cruises aboard Grand Princess. Fares start from A$2,919 pp*, and some sailings carry a reduction of up to 12% from the price previously listed for that cabin grade — though that maximum applies to a single departure, with most discounted sailings reduced by around 12% as well. It is worth checking individual sailings rather than assuming a blanket sale. You can also browse the broader New Zealand cruises 2027 page or the cruises from Brisbane 2027 hub for a wider comparison.

For a broader view of what Princess has planned for the season, the Princess Cruises 2027–2028 season launch page covers the full programme. And if you are weighing up a Brisbane departure against options from further afield, Princess Cruises from Brisbane 2027 gives you the complete Brisbane line-up for the line.

What is Grand Princess like on board?

Grand Princess is the ship operating all of these sailings in 2027. A few things stand out about her that matter on a voyage of this length.

Dining is a real strength. The Crown Grill steakhouse — named by USA Today as the best cruise steakhouse — and Sabatini’s Italian Trattoria anchor the specialty dining lineup. On a 14-night crossing, having two serious restaurant options beyond the main dining room makes a noticeable difference to how the evenings feel.

The MedallionClass® OceanNow® system lets you order food, drinks and services anywhere on the ship via the Princess app — poolside, on your balcony, or in the theatre — rather than queuing at a bar. For longer voyages especially, that kind of flexibility becomes part of how you use the ship rather than a novelty.

On deck, Movies Under the Stars® delivers a giant poolside screen with free popcorn and blankets, which is a particularly good fit for evenings at sea on Tasman crossings.

Cabins on Grand Princess

Grand Princess offers 4 main cabin grades. Here is how they compare, ordered from the most affordable to the most spacious:

• Inside cabin IA (14.9 m²) — positioned on middle decks for minimal motion and easy access to lifts and ship facilities. Sleeps up to 4. A practical, well-located choice for travellers who plan to spend most of their time out of the cabin.
• Premium sea view O3 (19.1 m²) — floor-to-ceiling panoramic windows bring natural light and unobstructed sea views directly into the cabin. Sleeps up to 4. The extra light makes a real difference on longer voyages.
• Premium Balcony cabin B2 (25.5 m²) — floor-to-ceiling glass sliding doors open the cabin up and give you your own private outdoor space. Sleeps up to 4. On a Tasman crossing, stepping out to watch the sea from your own balcony is hard to beat.
• Grand Suite S1 with private hot tub (67.8 m²) — the largest suite on board, at approximately 67.8 m², with considerably more space than any other category. Sleeps up to 4. The private hot tub makes this a genuinely different experience for a longer voyage.

For a full breakdown of decks and cabin positions, see the Grand Princess cabins and deck plans.

What do Princess Cruises fares include?

Princess offers 2 main fare tiers on these sailings, and the difference between them is worth understanding before you book.

Princess Standard is the base cruise fare. It covers the cruise itself — accommodation, main dining, entertainment — but drinks packages, Wi-Fi, gratuities and casual dining credits are not included. You can add the Princess Plus or Princess Premier packages on top.

Princess Plus is available as a bundled fare on several departures and includes a solid range of extras: 4 casual dining meals per voyage, beverages up to A$15 each with a daily limit of 15 drinks, MedallionNet® Max Wi-Fi, pre-paid crew appreciation, unlimited digital photographs plus 3 prints, and reserved theatre seating. For most travellers on a 14-night sailing, the maths on Princess Plus will usually work out favourably once you factor in daily drinks and Wi-Fi.

Our cruise experts can walk you through which tier makes sense for your travel style — call us seven days a week and we will compare the options for your specific sailing.

Make it a full holiday

If you are travelling from interstate, we can book your domestic flights to Brisbane, a hotel the night before departure, and transfers to the port — so everything is sorted before you leave home. We can also arrange travel insurance, shore tours and any hotels you want at the end of the voyage. Everything goes on one booking through a Cruise1st Package, and our Australian cruise experts handle the details.

Browse the full range of cruises from Brisbane if you want to compare this itinerary against other destinations, or see cruise around Australia 2027 for coastal options closer to home. The Princess Cruises around Australia 2027 programme is also worth checking if you are open to a different region on the same line.

More Brisbane cruise holiday ideas for 2027

Not every itinerary suits every traveller, and it is worth knowing what else departs from Brisbane in 2027. The Brisbane January 2027 and Brisbane September 2027 pages let you narrow by month if timing is your priority. If Christmas is on your mind, Christmas cruises to New Zealand and the Christmas cruise 2027 Australia page both have relevant options.

Travellers who want to keep New Zealand as the destination but are flexible on the departure port can compare Sydney to New Zealand 2027, Melbourne to New Zealand 2027, and cruises from Perth to New Zealand. The New Zealand cruises from Brisbane page covers the full year-round picture if you are not fixed on 2027 yet.

For something further afield, Princess Cruises from Fremantle 2027 and cruise from Singapore to Australia 2027 show where else Princess sails in the region that year. You can also explore all cruises in 2027 or the complete range of cruise deals if you want to cast the net wider.

*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.