Cruising to Australia gives you the opportunity to enjoy a wide range of pleasures. From the Sydney Opera House to the Great Barrier Reef, you can see a variety of sites and sounds that range from metropolis to wilderness. Few locations on earth give you the opportunity to scuba dive in the world's largest coral reef and go on a shopping spree the same week. Most sailings leave from Sydney or Auckland, New Zealand. Cruises in Australia may visit Hobart, Melbourne, Sydney, or destinations around the continent and New Zealand.
Book with a professional travel advisor and you may unlock more than what appears in a standard online search. Depending on the supplier and trip, your advisor may have access to preferred or agency-negotiated group rates, special promotions, upgrades, onboard or resort credits, and other added-value benefits that are not always available through direct booking.
During our consultation, we may ask for a few details—such as your country or state of residence, ZIP code, age eligibility, military status, past-guest history, or loyalty memberships. These details can help us identify fares and benefits you may qualify for and compare them against publicly available options.
Not every offer applies to every traveler, and availability varies by supplier, destination, sailing, travel dates, and eligibility. But the more we know about your trip and the qualifications that may apply to you, the more thoroughly we can search for opportunities to enhance your vacation and help you secure the best available overall value not just the first price you see online.
Recent price found was as low as: $2,673 per person. Taxes and fees of $374 USD included. Port charges of $377 USD included.
Itinerary Overview
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Day 1 · Sydney, Australia
Sydney, Australia
Depart 4:00 pm
Sydney is Australia''s showcase: the oldest settlement, the largest and most thriving city, the cultural melting pot. It curves around idyllic Port Jackson, where sandstone cliffs and bright islands complement the Opera House and Harbor Bridge. Wander the cobbled colonial streets of the historic Rocks quarter, or tour the mansions of Watson''s Bay.
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Day 2 · AT SEA
AT SEA
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Day 3 · AT SEA
AT SEA
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Day 4 · AT SEA
AT SEA
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Day 5 · Bay of Islands (Paihia), New Zealand
Bay of Islands (Paihia), New Zealand
Arrive 8:00 am · Depart 6:00 pm
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Day 6 · Auckland, New Zealand
Auckland, New Zealand
Arrive 6:30 am · Depart 7:00 pm
New Zealand's largest city is draped over seven volcanoes and wrapped around Waitemata Harbour (meaning "sea of sparkling waters" in Maori). Despite its British feel, it is the world's largest Polynesian city. Shop for Polynesian crafts on Queen Street, the main drag. Or from atop Mt. Eden, overlook the "City of Sails," which will host the America's Cup races in 2000.
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Day 7 · AT SEA
AT SEA
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Day 8 · Picton, New Zealand
Picton, New Zealand
Arrive 9:00 am · Depart 5:00 pm
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Day 9 · Christchurch, New Zealand
Christchurch, New Zealand
Arrive 7:00 am · Depart 5:00 pm
Christchurch was founded in 1850 by members of the Church of England, who wanted a little bit of heaven on earth. They succeeded, and today the city takes great pride in its spacious layout and distinctive English-style buildings in elegant grey stone. The River Avon winds through Christchurch, along parks and gardens that cover one third of the city.
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Day 10 · Port Chalmers (Dunedin), New Zealand
Port Chalmers (Dunedin), New Zealand
Arrive 12:30 pm · Depart 8:00 pm
Dunedin is a little sliver of Scotland, set on the tropical shores of New Zealand's South Island. Founded by Scottish emigrants in 1848, Dunedin (the Gaelic name for Edinburgh) has fine Victorian and Edwardian architecture, including the Olveston stately home and majestic Larnach Castle--as well as New Zealand's only scotch distillery and kilt shop!
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Day 11 · Fjordland, New Zealand
Fjordland, New Zealand
Arrive 10:00 am · Depart 7:00 pm
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Day 12 · AT SEA
AT SEA
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Day 13 · AT SEA
AT SEA
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Day 14 · Sydney, Australia
Sydney, Australia
Arrive 6:00 am
Sydney is Australia''s showcase: the oldest settlement, the largest and most thriving city, the cultural melting pot. It curves around idyllic Port Jackson, where sandstone cliffs and bright islands complement the Opera House and Harbor Bridge. Wander the cobbled colonial streets of the historic Rocks quarter, or tour the mansions of Watson''s Bay.
Route Illustration - Actual route may differ
Highlights
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Sail aboard Royal Princess.
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Travel from 2026-12-22 through 2027-01-04.
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Visit Sydney, Australia, Bay of Islands (Paihia), New Zealand, Auckland, New Zealand, Picton, New Zealand, Christchurch, New Zealand, Port Chalmers (Dunedin), New Zealand, Fjordland, New Zealand.
Recently found pricing
Cabin pricing snapshot
Recent cabin prices we found for this sailing. Pricing is shown per person and may change at any time.
Cabin Types
InsideRecently found from $2,673 per person
Taxes and fees of $374 USD included. Port charges of $377 USD included.
OceanviewRecently found from $3,473 per person
Taxes and fees of $374 USD included. Port charges of $377 USD included.
BalconyRecently found from $3,771 per person
Taxes and fees of $374 USD included. Port charges of $377 USD included.
Suite
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Final taxes, fees, promotions, or availability can change.
Additional Information
Price, availability, taxes, fees, promotions, occupancy requirements, and final cabin availability can change until booked. When you book travel through a professional travel advisor, suppliers often provide exclusive value-adds, upgrades, and promotions that are unavailable when booking directly online. These unadvertised or agency-exclusive perks vary by vendor and destination.
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