From 2024 to 2026, Princess Cruises has five separate cruises that’ll take you from Sydney to various locations in New Zealand and back to Sydney.
On these journeys, visit iconic New Zealand destinations such as Auckland, Wellington, and Port Chalmers.
See Auckland’s largest and youngest volcano, Rangitoto, explore the Waitomo Caves Region and visit Auckland’s Maritime Museum. In Port Chalmers, take a ride on the Taieri Gorge Railway and visit iconic architecture such as Larnach Castle and Olveston House. In New Zealand’s capital, Wellington, take a stroll in the Botanic Garden or even go on a Lord Of The Rings Tour.
The Crown Princess cruise liner has nearly 900 balconies and a three-story Atrium so there is plenty of room to watch world-class entertainment and have fine dining experiences. There are 19 decks and 1547 guest cabins with multiple accommodation options. Every hour, the chefs aboard the Crown Princess prepare food from scratch.
The Discovery Princess was built in 2022 and has the Princess Cruises’ largest balconies at sea. The Sky Suite has a 1000 square foot balcony – the largest in the fleet. Unwind in ultimate comfort at The Sanctuary and indulge in world-class dining options from Michelin-star chefs. Live entertainment can be watched in the state-of-the-art Princess Theatre.
The Royal Princess cruise liner was named the Most Popular Cruise Ship by Cruise Critic. The ship has 1780 guest cabins with 1346 crew making sure every need is met. Royal Princess also has Princess MedallionClass onboard meaning that guests can enjoy fast Wi-Fi, touchless experiences, and food and drinks delivered wherever you are.
There are various dining options including the Crab Shack, International Café, Sabatini’s Italian Trattoria, and The Chef’s Table experience where you can indulge in an extravagant multi-course dinner created and hosted by the ship’s executive chef. And of course, there are activities and entertainment including the Discovery at Sea Program, freshwater pools and hot tubs, sports courts, Lotus Spa and Fitness Center, and plenty of live music and theatre.
Sydney to New Zealand | 14-days
Cruise Liner: Crown Princess, Royal Princess, Discovery Princess
2024 Departure Date: Nov 16, Dec 7
2025 Departure Date: Jan 4, Jan 18, Feb 1, Feb 22
2026 Departure Date: Feb 14
Itinerary: Sydney > Bay of Islands > Auckland > Tauranga > Wellington > Christchurch > Dunedin > Fiordland National Park > Sydney
Sydney to New Zealand | 14-days
Cruise Liner: Discovery Princess
2025 Departure Date: Dec 6
2026 Departure Date: Jan 31
Itinerary: Sydney > Bay of Islands > Auckland > Wellington > Christchurch > Port Chalmers > Fiordland National Park > Sydney
New Zealand Holiday | 14-days
Cruise Liner: Discovery Princess
2025 Departure Date: Dec 20
Itinerary: Sydney > Fiordland National Park > Port Chalmers, New Zealand > Picton > Tauranga > Auckland > Bay of Islands > Sydney
Sydney to New Zealand | 14-days
Cruise Liner: Royal Princess, Crown Princess
2024 Departure Date: Dec 21
2025 Departure Date: Jan 11, Feb 8
Itinerary: Sydney > Fiordland National Park > Port Chalmers > Christchurch > Wellington > Napier > Tauranga > Auckland > Bay of Islands > Sydney
Sydney to New Zealand | 13-days
Cruise Liner: Discovery Princess
2026 Departure Date: Jan 18
Itinerary: Sydney > Tauranga > Auckland > Picton > Christchurch > Port Chalmers > Fiordland National Park > Sydney