Princess Cruises to Tasmania in 2026

Why a Princess cruise to Tasmania stands out

Tasmania sits at the edge of the Australian continent, and reaching it by sea is a world away from a quick domestic flight. The 12-night round trip from Sydney aboard Grand Princess gives you time to settle in properly — days at sea with the Southern Ocean rolling past, and ports that reward slow exploration rather than a rushed tour. It’s the kind of itinerary that suits travellers who want the journey to be part of the holiday, not just the means of getting there.

Sailing aboard Grand Princess

Grand Princess is the Princess Cruises ship on this itinerary, and it carries two of the line’s most popular dining venues. The Crown Grill — recognised by USA Today as ‘Best Cruise Steakhouse’ — and Sabatini’s Italian Trattoria anchor the specialty dining lineup, giving you somewhere genuinely good to eat on the evenings you want to make more of dinner. Day-to-day, MedallionClass® OceanNow® delivery lets you order food, drinks and services to wherever you happen to be on the ship through the Princess app, which is as convenient as it sounds. And when the weather allows, Movies Under the Stars® — a giant poolside screen with free popcorn and blankets provided — turns an evening at sea into something worth planning around.

Which cabin should you choose on Grand Princess?

Every grade on Grand Princess sleeps up to 4 people. Choosing between them comes down to how much light and outdoor space you want for 12 nights at sea. The cabin and deck plans show the full layout; here’s a quick guide to the grades available:

• Inside cabin IA — 14.9 m². Positioned on middle decks, where you feel the least ship motion and have the shortest walk to lifts and facilities. A practical choice if the cabin is mainly for sleeping.
• Premium sea view O3 — 19.1 m². Floor-to-ceiling panoramic windows bring natural light and unobstructed sea views directly into the cabin — Tasmania’s coastline looks its best from here on a clear morning.
• Premium Balcony cabin B2 — 25.5 m². Floor-to-ceiling glass sliding doors open up the room and give you private outdoor space — worth having on a 12-night voyage.
• Grand Suite S1 with private hot tub — 67.8 m². The largest suite on board at approximately 67.8 m², considerably bigger than any other suite category. If space matters to you, nothing else on the ship comes close.

Departure: sailing from Sydney

The itinerary departs from and returns to Sydney, which makes planning straightforward. If you live in New South Wales, you can drive or take the train to the terminal — no airport, no check-in queue, no connecting flight. If you’re travelling from Queensland, Western Australia, Victoria or South Australia, a short domestic hop to Sydney is all it takes; we can book that flight, along with a hotel the night before and transfers to the pier, as part of a Cruise1st Package. One booking, everything covered.

Prefer to browse all cruises departing from Sydney? There’s a wide range of itineraries and lines sailing from the harbour year-round. You can also explore all 2026 sailings from Sydney if you’re comparing Princess with other lines this year, or narrow it down to October 2026 departures from Sydney and November 2026 departures from Sydney if those months suit your schedule better.

Is Tasmania the right destination for you?

Tasmania draws travellers who want something with genuine character — a destination that feels different from the mainstream Australian ports. Read more about what to expect on our Tasmania cruises page, or browse the wider Australia cruises destination guide if you’re still weighing up your options for 2026.

If you’d like to see what else Princess is doing in Australian waters this season, the Princess Cruises 2026/2027 Australia season page covers the full programme. For a broader look at the line, visit the Princess Cruises deals hub. And if you’re already thinking ahead, the equivalent page for Princess Cruises to Tasmania in 2027 is live and worth bookmarking.

Other 2026 cruises worth considering

If the Tasmania sailing doesn’t quite fit your dates or budget, there’s plenty more sailing from Australia in 2026. Cruises around Australia in 2026 cover a range of lines and itineraries, and all Tasmania cruises in 2026 (across every cruise line, not just Princess) give you a broader comparison. Closer to the summer holiday period, Christmas cruises from Australia in 2026 and Christmas cruises Australia 2026 are both worth a look if you’re planning a festive break. If you’d rather browse by port, 2026 cruises from Brisbane include Princess departures heading south, and Princess Cruises from Sydney and Princess Cruises from Brisbane both list options by port. For 2027 planning, Princess Cruises around Australia in 2027 is already on sale.

Make it a full holiday

A 12-night cruise fits neatly into a longer break, and our team can build the whole trip around it. Flights from your home city, a hotel in Sydney the night before you sail, transfers between the airport and the pier, and travel insurance — all arranged by our Australian cruise experts, seven days a week, and put on one booking. Call us to talk through what suits you, or explore everything available through our full cruises listing. There’s no obligation, and getting the details right before you commit is exactly what we’re here for.

*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.