Princess Cruises Announces 2028–29 Australia and New Zealand Season and 2029 World Cruise

Princess Cruises has announced its 2028–29 Australia and New Zealand cruise season, featuring more than 90 departures across over 70 itineraries, along with the 2029 Grand World Odyssey, a 129-night voyage visiting 61 destinations in 31 countries.

Scheduled to go on sale November 10, the new cruise program offers a variety of travel experiences, ranging from short two-night regional escapes to extended voyages exploring Australia, New Zealand and the South Pacific.

Three ships will operate during the season: Grand Princess, Emerald Princess and Royal Princess. Together, they will visit 42 destinations across six countries, with departures available from Adelaide, Auckland, Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth (Fremantle) and Sydney.

The season will include 17 round-Australia voyages, 11 More Ashore experiences featuring extended port stays, and visits to 10 UNESCO World Heritage sites. The expanded New Zealand program will also provide more opportunities to discover attractions across both the North and South Islands.

A notable addition is the return of Emerald Princess to Australian waters for the first time since the 2016–17 season. Melbourne will also return as one of the cruise line's homeports.

2029 Grand World Odyssey

One of the highlights of the announcement is the 2029 Grand World Odyssey aboard Grand Princess. At 129 nights, it will be the longest roundtrip world cruise offered from Australia by Princess Cruises.

Covering approximately 37,300 nautical miles, the journey will visit 61 destinations in 31 countries across five continents. Guests will have opportunities to explore 51 UNESCO World Heritage sites, with featured stops including New York, Miami, Reykjavik, Lisbon, Barcelona, Copenhagen and Auckland.

The world cruise will also feature two full transits through the Panama Canal's new locks, scenic cruising near Easter Island and Pitcairn Island, and nine More Ashore experiences across Europe, South America and the South Pacific. These extended port experiences include eight late-night stays and one overnight visit.

Passengers will have the flexibility to join the voyage from Sydney, Brisbane or Melbourne, with an additional departure option available from Dover, England.

Featured Destinations Across Australia, New Zealand and the South Pacific

The upcoming season showcases destinations celebrated for their natural beauty, wildlife and cultural experiences.

In Australia, highlights include Phillip Island, where visitors can witness little penguins returning to shore at sunset, and Kangaroo Island, known for its diverse native wildlife. Selected itineraries will also include scenic cruising along the Kimberley coast, offering views of dramatic cliffs, impressive gorges and beautiful waterfalls.

In New Zealand, expanded itineraries will provide more opportunities to discover Fiordland National Park and picturesque coastal communities. Additional South Pacific voyages will take guests to tropical islands throughout the region.

Early Booking Offers

Princess Cruises will introduce special booking incentives for both programs from November 10, 2026, through February 16, 2027.

For the Australia and New Zealand season, promotional benefits include up to $500 in instant savings, up to $500 in onboard credit and reduced deposits starting at $100, along with additional booking benefits.

Guests booking the 2029 Grand World Odyssey can enjoy up to $3,000 in onboard credit and up to $2,000 in Captain's Circle savings.

With an extensive selection of itineraries, extended port experiences and an impressive world cruise, Princess Cruises' 2028–29 program offers travellers more opportunities to explore Australia, New Zealand and destinations around the globe.