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: $2,301 per person. Taxes and fees of $422 USD included. Port charges of $406 USD included.
Itinerary Overview
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Day 1 · Brisbane, Australia
Brisbane, Australia
Depart 4:00 pm
Nestled between the Gold Coast to the south and the Sunshine Coast to the north, laid-back Brisbane makes the most of its magnificent beaches, offering an ideal blend of Aussie ease and urban energy. Wander in the lush Botanical Gardens, shop in the Queen Street Mall, or enjoy the countless cafes and restaurants along the banks of the Brisbane River.
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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 · Tauranga, New Zealand
Tauranga, New Zealand
Arrive 8:30 am · Depart 6:00 pm
...It is no wonder why the region has become so popular, as it is safe, exciting, diverse, and warm.From touring in a four-wheel drive vehicle through the hills to swimming with the dolphins, Tauranga has it all.The hot springs are glorious, and you could spend an entire day and night lounging in the bubbling saltwater pools.They are truly magnificent, as are the restaurants and accommodations in Tauranga...
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Day 8 · Napier, New Zealand
Napier, New Zealand
Arrive 1:00 pm · Depart 8:00 pm
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Day 9 · AT SEA
AT SEA
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Day 10 · Port Chalmers (Dunedin), New Zealand
Port Chalmers (Dunedin), New Zealand
Arrive 7:00 am · Depart 5:00 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 9:00 am · Depart 6:00 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 · AT SEA
AT SEA
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Day 15 · Brisbane, Australia
Brisbane, Australia
Arrive 7:00 am
Nestled between the Gold Coast to the south and the Sunshine Coast to the north, laid-back Brisbane makes the most of its magnificent beaches, offering an ideal blend of Aussie ease and urban energy. Wander in the lush Botanical Gardens, shop in the Queen Street Mall, or enjoy the countless cafes and restaurants along the banks of the Brisbane River.
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Highlights
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Sail aboard Grand Princess.
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Travel from 2026-12-23 through 2027-01-06.
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Visit Brisbane, Australia, Bay of Islands (Paihia), New Zealand, Auckland, New Zealand, Tauranga, New Zealand, Napier, 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 $2,301 per person
Taxes and fees of $422 USD included. Port charges of $406 USD included.
OceanviewRecently found from $3,086 per person
Taxes and fees of $422 USD included. Port charges of $406 USD included.
BalconyRecently found from $4,090 per person
Taxes and fees of $422 USD included. Port charges of $406 USD included.
SuiteRecently found from $4,461 per person
Taxes and fees of $422 USD included. Port charges of $406 USD included.
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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