Princess Cruises 2028

Where does Princess Cruises sail in 2028?

Princess Cruises spreads its 2028 programme across three broad zones — closer to home in the Pacific and around Australia, and further afield across Asia, Europe and the Americas. Japan is the standout destination for 2028, with sailings departing from Tokyo calling at ports throughout the country. The Mediterranean follows, with a strong programme sailing from Barcelona, Southampton and Rome (Civitavecchia). Alaska, the Caribbean, transpacific crossings and the British Isles complete a programme that gives Australian travellers genuine choice.

Closer to home — Australia and the Pacific

A selection of sailings departs from Sydney, making it possible to board without a long-haul flight if you’re already in New South Wales. For travellers coming from another state, a short domestic hop to Sydney is all it takes. The Princess Cruises from Sydney 2028 programme covers the Australian coast, with cruises around Australia in 2028 available for those who want to see multiple Australian destinations in one voyage. If you’re based in Western Australia, Princess Cruises from Fremantle in 2028 puts the fleet even closer to your door — no interstate travel required.

One-way voyages are well represented in the Australian programme. Where an itinerary ends in a different city from where it begins, a domestic flight connects the two — we can include that in your booking so nothing is left unresolved.

The long-haul season — Japan, the Mediterranean and beyond

Japan — the flagship destination for 2028

Japan accounts for the largest share of Princess’s 2028 sailing programme, with more itineraries here than anywhere else. Sailings are concentrated around Tokyo, and itineraries explore ports the length of the country. If Japan is on your list, 2028 is a strong year to go — the choice of sailing length is wide, running from short introductions to longer immersive voyages. We can wrap flights from any Australian city, pre- and post-cruise hotels in Tokyo, and transfers into one package.

Mediterranean

The Mediterranean in 2028 draws a substantial Princess programme, covering both the western and eastern Mediterranean. Embarkation ports include Rome (Civitavecchia), Barcelona and Southampton, with disembarkation at Athens (Piraeus) and Civitavecchia among the most common end points. Many of these are one-way voyages, so check which end suits your travel plans — we can build the return leg around either city.

Alaska and Vancouver

Princess has long been one of the most respected names in Alaskan cruising, and the 2028 season continues that. Vancouver to Alaska sailings in 2028 are bookable now, with Los Angeles also featuring as an embarkation point for some itineraries. If Alaska has always been on your radar, this is a natural fit — and we can connect the flights and hotels at both ends.

Caribbean and Central America

The Caribbean in 2028 features in the Princess programme, with sailings departing from Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades). It’s worth noting that Fort Lauderdale and Miami are about half an hour apart, so a Florida trip can sail from either — worth checking both ports when you search. Central America itineraries are also available for those looking for something a little different from the classic Caribbean circuit.

Transpacific crossings and the British Isles

For travellers who want the journey to be the destination, transpacific sailings cross the Pacific between the Americas and Asia — a genuine long-voyage option that suits those with flexible time. The British Isles programme, sailing from Southampton, rounds out a 2028 season that truly covers the globe.

Which Princess ships sail in 2028?

Several ships from the Princess fleet are active across the 2028 programme. Here is what each one offers.

Sun Princess — new in 2024

Launched in 2024, Sun Princess is the largest ship Princess has ever built and the first in the fleet able to run on LNG as well as conventional fuel. The centrepiece on deck is The Dome — a multi-level glass-enclosed space that shifts from a daytime pool area to a South Beach-style night venue after dark. The Princess Arena delivers large-scale theatrical productions in a purpose-built performance space. Check the Sun Princess cabins and deck plans to find the right grade for your voyage.

Diamond Princess

With more sailings than any other ship in the 2028 Princess programme, Diamond Princess is particularly well suited to the Japan itineraries. The Izumi Japanese Bath — described as the largest onsen at sea — features steam rooms, saunas and hot tubs drawn from traditional Japanese bathing culture, which makes the fit with Japanese ports genuinely deliberate. Specialty dining includes Chef Makoto Okuwa’s Makoto Ocean restaurant, alongside Italian and Brazilian options. The Skywalkers Nightclub sits 15 decks up with panoramic views. See the Diamond Princess cabins and deck plans before you choose your grade.

Sapphire Princess

Refurbished in 2025, Sapphire Princess homeports in Fremantle for the 2027–28 season — a rare chance for Western Australian travellers to board from their own city. Post-refit additions include the Crown Grill steakhouse and Makoto Ocean Sushi by Chef Makoto Okuwa. MedallionClass with OceanNow® lets you order food, drinks and services anywhere on the ship via a wearable Medallion, no phone app needed. Browse the Sapphire Princess cabins and deck plans for a full picture of the grades available.

Emerald Princess

Also refurbished in 2025, Emerald Princess carries fresh interiors across 4 pools, 7 hot tubs and 13 dining venues including Salty Dog Gastropub, Sabatini’s Italian Trattoria and Sterling Steakhouse. Movies Under the Stars — the open-air cinema with complimentary popcorn and blankets — is a Princess signature that never gets old on a warm-weather sailing. Explore the Emerald Princess cabins and deck plans when you’re ready to compare grades.

Enchanted Princess

Enchanted Princess offers one of the more distinctive dining experiences at sea: the 360: An Extraordinary Experience is a 7-course immersive dinner combining storytelling, visuals and technology. On deck, the SeaWalk glass-floor walkway and the cantilevered SeaView Bar both extend out over open ocean — worth knowing if you like a view with your drink. MedallionClass OceanNow is fitted throughout, so drinks and room service reach you wherever you settle. See the Enchanted Princess cabins and deck plans for grade details.

Caribbean Princess

Caribbean Princess carries nearly 900 balcony staterooms — one of the highest balcony ratios in the Grand-class fleet — alongside Crown Grill, Sabatini’s and Movies Under the Stars. MedallionClass wristband technology means food and drinks can be delivered to any spot on the ship. Check the Caribbean Princess cabins and deck plans for the full cabin breakdown.

Coral Princess

Coral Princess features in the 2028 programme. See the Coral Princess cabins and deck plans for cabin grade and deck information.

Sky Princess

Sky Princess is part of the 2028 sailing programme. Browse the Sky Princess cabins and deck plans to compare your options.

Regal Princess

Regal Princess also sails in 2028. Full cabin grade and deck details are on the Regal Princess cabins and deck plans page.

Grand Princess

Grand Princess rounds out the fleet sailing in 2028. See the Grand Princess cabins and deck plans for a full overview of the grades on offer.

Cabin grades — what’s the difference?

Princess offers four broad cabin types across the 2028 fleet. Here is how they compare on Diamond Princess, as a practical guide to what each grade gets you:

• Inside cabin IA — from A$443 pp*: 15.6 m², positioned on middle decks for minimal movement and central lift access. Good value if the cabin is mainly for sleeping.
• Premium Ocean-view cabin O5: 18.3 m² with a panoramic window giving natural daylight and a forward sea view — the step up from inside without the cost of a balcony.
• Balcony cabin B2: 25.7 m² with your own outdoor seating — direct access to sea air and views that interior and ocean-view guests don’t have.
• Grand Suite S1: 123.5 m² — the largest suite aboard, with a separate living space and roughly twice the room of the next grade down.

Grades and sizes vary by ship. See the individual Diamond Princess deck plans, Sun Princess deck plans or Sapphire Princess deck plans for ship-specific detail. Our team can walk you through the trade-offs on any sailing before you commit.

Are there discounts on Princess Cruises 2028?

A good number of 2028 sailings are reduced from their previously listed cabin price. Savings of up to 45% are available on a small number of departures, though most discounted sailings are reduced by around 7% — so the headline figure represents the best available rather than a typical saving. It’s always worth asking our team what’s currently reduced when you call, as offers move quickly and the best-value cabins tend to go first.

Make it a complete holiday

Most Princess 2028 sailings depart from overseas ports — Japan, the United States, Italy and the United Kingdom among them. That makes the cruise the centrepiece of a longer trip, and it’s where booking through a specialist rather than direct makes the biggest difference. Through Cruise1st Packages, we can add flights from any Australian city, hotels before and after the cruise, transfers between airports and ports, tours ashore and travel insurance — all on one booking, with one team handling it. Our Princess Cruises specialists are available seven days a week and know the fleet and itineraries well enough to guide you toward the right sailing rather than simply quoting you the cheapest one.

If you’re sailing from Sydney or Fremantle, the picture is simpler — Princess Cruises from Sydney in 2028 and Princess Cruises from Fremantle in 2028 both offer the option to board without a long-haul flight. Live close to either port and there’s no flight involved at all; coming from interstate, a short domestic connection is all you need. Either way, we can put the whole trip on one booking.

The Princess Cruises 2027–2028 season has a wide range of fare types — fare inclusions, promotions such as bonus offers and last-minute deals vary by sailing, so it’s worth a conversation about which structure suits your plans. Our Best Price Guarantee means that if you find the same sailing cheaper, we’ll match it.

Also worth considering in 2028

If you’re flexible on cruise line, the 2028 season offers strong alternatives alongside Princess. Alaska cruises in 2028 and Caribbean cruises in 2028 span multiple lines and sailing dates. Closer to home, April 2028 Australia cruises are a good option if the school holiday window suits your timing. And if you’re travelling at the turn of the year, New Year cruises for 2028 are worth exploring early — those departure dates fill quickly.

Looking at neighbouring years? The Princess Cruises 2027 programme is available for earlier departures, and the Princess Cruises around Australia 2027 sailings remain bookable if 2027 fits your plans better. For sailings specific to Australian ports, the Princess Cruises from Brisbane, Princess Cruises from Sydney and Princess Cruises from Perth (Fremantle) pages each carry itineraries filtered to that port.

*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.

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.