Princess Cruises from Sydney 2028

Where do Princess Cruises from Sydney go in 2028?

Sailings departing Sydney in 2028 cover a wide sweep of the world, from short getaways around Australia’s coast to epic transpacific crossings lasting weeks at sea. The majority of these voyages head to destinations you can reach without leaving the Southern Hemisphere — but for those who want to go further, the longer itineraries push into the Pacific, Asia and beyond. Browse the full range of cruises or read on to see what Princess has planned from Sydney this year.

Close to home — Australia, New Zealand and the South Pacific

The largest share of Princess sailings from Sydney in 2028 stays close to home, and that is a deliberate strength of the programme. Australia leads the way, with coastal voyages that let you wake up in a different port each morning without ever needing a passport stamp. These range from short breaks of just a few nights — ideal if you want to try cruising for the first time — through to longer round-Australia itineraries that trace the whole coastline.

New Zealand sailings are a natural partner to Sydney departures. Several voyages combine both countries as a single itinerary, giving you fjords, wine regions and city waterfronts in one cruise. The Australia and New Zealand combined region accounts for a healthy slice of the 2028 sailings, and these tend to be the mid-length voyages — roughly two weeks, which is the median duration across the whole programme.

The South Pacific rounds out the close-to-home options. These itineraries head into the islands, with lush scenery and a pace of travel that suits anyone who wants to slow down and spend time at anchor rather than racing between ports. If you are considering a Sydney to New Zealand cruise in 2028, these departures sit alongside the South Pacific options as a natural comparison.

Which ports can I sail from?

All Princess Cruises sailings depart from Sydney, with some also picking up passengers at White Bay (Sydney). If you live in Sydney, you can drive to the wharf or catch public transport — no flight, no airport queue. If you are travelling from interstate, a short domestic hop into Sydney is all it takes to join the ship the same day. Our team can book that domestic flight as part of your Cruise1st Package so it sits on one itinerary alongside your cruise.

A number of 2028 sailings also depart from Brisbane, Adelaide and Perth (Fremantle) — so if Sydney is not your nearest port, it is worth checking whether your preferred itinerary starts closer to home. Princess Cruises from Fremantle in 2028 are a good starting point if Western Australia suits you better.

The long haul — transpacific sailings and beyond

Transpacific voyages are the second-largest group in the 2028 programme, and they suit a particular kind of traveller: someone who genuinely enjoys days at sea, who wants to feel the scale of the Pacific, and who is happy to arrive somewhere very different from where they started. These are one-way sailings for the most part, which means the voyage ends in a distant port — Tokyo, Vancouver or Honolulu among the disembarkation ports. A domestic or international flight connects the two ends, and we can book that return leg, along with any hotels or transfers you need, so the whole trip is sorted in one go.

There is also a Mediterranean sailing in the 2028 mix — a reminder that Princess’s reach from Sydney extends as far as Europe for those with the time and the inclination. If the Mediterranean in 2028 appeals, or if you would like to explore all-inclusive Mediterranean options, our team can talk you through what is available.

Which ships sail Princess Cruises from Sydney in 2028?

Three Princess ships carry the 2028 Sydney programme, each with a distinct personality. Here is what each one is actually like on board.

Grand Princess

Grand Princess carries the lion’s share of 2028 sailings from Sydney, and it is easy to see why she is popular on Australian itineraries. The specialty dining lineup is anchored by Crown Grill — recognised by USA Today as the best cruise steakhouse — and Sabatini’s Italian Trattoria, so there is a genuinely good dinner ashore without ever leaving the ship. The MedallionClass® OceanNow® system lets you order food, drinks and services to wherever you happen to be on board via the Princess app, which means a drink at the pool or a meal on the top deck is never more than a tap away. On voyages heading north along the coast, Movies Under the Stars® — a giant poolside screen with free popcorn and blankets — turns an evening into an occasion.

When it comes to Grand Princess cabins and deck plans, the range runs from compact inside rooms to a full suite with a private hot tub:

• Inside cabin IA — from A$506 pp*: 14.9 m², positioned on the middle decks for minimal ship motion and easy access to lifts and facilities. Sleeps up to 4.
• Premium sea view O3: 19.1 m² with a floor-to-ceiling panoramic window giving you natural light and an unobstructed sea view. Sleeps up to 4.
• Premium Balcony cabin B2: 25.5 m² with floor-to-ceiling glass sliding doors for an open, airy feel — noticeably more light than a standard balcony. Sleeps up to 4.
• Grand Suite S1 with private hot tub: 67.8 m² — the largest suite on the ship by a considerable margin, with a private hot tub on the balcony. Sleeps up to 4.

Royal Princess

Royal Princess is the ship you choose when you want something to talk about when you get home. The SeaWalk — an 18-metre glass-bottomed walkway suspended 40 metres above the ocean — is one of the most dramatic features you will find at sea anywhere. Looking straight down through the glass to the water far below is not something you forget quickly. MedallionClass OceanNow on-demand delivery runs across the whole ship, and Crown Grill and Sabatini’s cover the specialty dining bases, with the 24-hour International Café on hand whenever you feel like something at an odd hour.

See the full Royal Princess cabins and deck plans for layout detail. The grade range includes:

• Inside cabin IA: 15.4 m², the most affordable entry point, with minibar, safe and desk included. Sleeps up to 4.
• Sea-view cabin O6: 20.0 m² with a large panoramic window and a forward-facing sightline across the open ocean. Sleeps up to 4.
• Deluxe Balcony cabin DA: 23.4 m² with a private balcony — your own outdoor space for breakfast or sundowners that no inside or sea-view room can match. Sleeps up to 4.
• Penthouse Suite S3 with aft balcony: 54.5 m² — substantially larger than any mini-suite on board, with a generous aft balcony. Sleeps up to 4.

Coral Princess

Coral Princess is the specialist in the fleet for itineraries that venture into narrower waters. Her slim 91,627-GT build means she can call at smaller island ports and navigate tighter waterways that the larger ships have to bypass — which matters a lot on South Pacific and coastal Australian routes where the most interesting stops are often the smallest ones. The Universe Lounge is a genuine rarity: 3 revolving stages used for cooking demonstrations, cabaret and fashion shows, making for a varied evening programme. Crown Grill, Sabatini’s Italian Trattoria and The Sanctuary adults-only retreat on the top deck complete the picture.

For Coral Princess cabins and deck plans, the grades are:

• Inside cabin IA: 14.5 m², on the middle decks for stable sailing and central access. Sleeps up to 4.
• Sea-view cabin O5: 19.7 m² with a large panoramic window and natural daylight — a meaningful upgrade from inside. Sleeps up to 4.
• Premium Balcony cabin B1: 23.0 m² including balcony — roughly 50% more space than a standard balcony cabin, which counts on longer voyages. Sleeps up to 4.
• Premium Suite S5: 43.7 m², considerably larger than any mini-suite, with a separate seating zone and generous living space. Sleeps up to 4.

What fare types does Princess Cruises offer?

Princess Cruises offers 3 main fare tiers on these sailings, and the differences between them are worth understanding before you book — the right choice depends on how you like to spend your time on board.

Princess Standard is the base cruise fare. It covers the cruise itself, and you add extras — drinks, Wi-Fi, dining credits, gratuities — separately as you go. It suits travellers who prefer to pay for what they use rather than carry a bundle they might not need.

Princess Plus is the mid-tier package and the one most passengers find the best fit. It includes 4 casual dining meals per voyage, beverages up to A$15 each (up to 15 drinks per day), MedallionNet® Max Wi-Fi, pre-paid crew appreciation, unlimited digital photographs plus 3 prints, and reserved theatre seating. If you drink, eat at the casual dining venues regularly and like to stay connected, Princess Plus covers those costs at a price that works out well compared with paying à la carte.

Fare types such as tactical and last-minute offers also appear across the 2028 sailings, so it is worth speaking to our team about what is available at the time you want to book — promotional fares can offer strong value on specific departures. Our Australian cruise experts, seven days a week, can walk you through which fare suits your style and which promotions apply to your chosen sailing.

Are there discounted fares available?

A good number of Princess Cruises sailings from Sydney in 2028 carry a reduced fare compared with their previously listed cabin-grade price. Reductions of up to 19% appear on individual departures, though that figure applies to a single sailing — most discounted voyages sit around 7% off. It is a genuine saving on the price previously listed for that cabin grade, rather than a headline figure to ignore. If you are flexible on dates, it is worth asking our team which specific departures are discounted — the mix changes, and talking to someone who can see the live inventory is the fastest way to find the best available fare.

Other lines sailing from Sydney in 2028

If you want to compare what else is leaving Sydney in 2028, several other lines have strong programmes from the same port. Celebrity Cruises has a notable Sydney presence — the Celebrity Edge 2027/2028 sailings from Sydney and the Celebrity Edge 2028/2029 programme from Sydney both cover similar Australian and New Zealand territory. Royal Caribbean offers family-oriented itineraries with a different onboard style, while Cunard brings a more formal, classic ocean liner experience. Azamara specialises in longer stays in port, which suits travellers who want more time ashore rather than at sea.

For a broader view of everything leaving Sydney across all lines, the full 2028 sailings from Sydney page covers the whole year. If you’re also weighing up an Australian coastal cruise in 2028, or considering a cruise from Singapore to Australia in 2028, those pages give you the relevant options side by side.

Why book with Cruise1st?

Cruise1st is a cruise specialist — every booking we make is a cruise or a cruise-inclusive package, not a sideline to hotel rooms and package holidays. That means when you call our Australian cruise experts, seven days a week, you are talking to someone who knows Princess Cruises in detail: the difference between cabin grades, what each fare tier actually gets you day to day, and which itinerary suits your travel style. We back every booking with our Best Price Guarantee, so if you find a lower price elsewhere, we will match it.

Through Cruise1st Packages, we can add flights, hotels, tours, transfers and insurance around your cruise — as a bundle or a fully custom holiday built around your dates. If you are flying in from interstate to board in Sydney, we handle the domestic connection. If your transpacific voyage ends in a distant city, we sort the return leg, any pre- or post-cruise hotels and the transfers in between. Nothing is left as a loose end for you to arrange separately.

Plan your 2028 cruising around the full year

If you are still deciding when to go, it helps to look at the shape of the full year. The Princess 2027–2028 season launch gives you an overview of what Princess has planned across both years, which is useful if you are weighing up a late 2027 departure against an early 2028 one. The full 2028 cruise programme covers all lines and all ports if you want the widest possible view.

If you are thinking about specific months, New Year 2028 cruises are a popular way to start the year at sea, and January 2028 departures from Brisbane or March 2028 from Brisbane give you nearby alternatives if Sydney does not suit your travel plans. For shorter options, short cruises from Sydney show the kind of brief itineraries that work well as an introduction to Princess. Travellers planning ahead may also want to look at 2028 cruises around Tasmania or 2028 cruises from Melbourne as alternatives to Sydney departures.

For cruises beyond the 2028 year, the Princess Cruises from Sydney hub page covers all available years, and all Sydney cruise departures across every line are listed there too. You can also browse South Pacific cruises from Sydney in 2027, 2026 departures from Sydney, or January departures from Sydney for year-round context. The 2027 Sydney programme is also worth a look if you are open on timing. The Crown Princess 2028 programme is another option worth considering if you find the ships are fully committed on your preferred dates.

*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.