Emerald Princess
Southern Australia Explorer
Jan 12, 2029 – Jan 29, 202917 nightsRound trip from Sydney
Southern Australia Explorer is a 17-night Princess Cruises cruise on Emerald Princess, sailing Jan 12, 2029 round trip from Sydney. It calls at Hobart, Port Arthur, Great Oyster Bay & Freycinet Peninsula (Scenic Cruising), Eden, Phillip Island, Melbourne, Kangaroo Island and 1 more. The lowest current fare is $2,394 per person for Interior (the cruise line's earlier fare was $4,364). + $480 taxes & fees per person. Gratuities extra, about $18 per person per day ($19 mini-suites, $20 suites).
- Length
- 17 nights
- Departs
- Jan 12, 2029, Sydney
- Returns
- Jan 29, 2029, Sydney
- Ports of call
- 8
- Ship
- Emerald Princess
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Itinerary
Ports of call in order
- Day 1Jan 12
Sydney, Australia
Embark
About Sydney
Sydney is the largest city on Cape Breton Island, which is linked by causeway to the rest of Nova Scotia. Sydney's attractions start at the harbor, where visitors can shop for locally made crafts and see the world's largest fiddle, which towers beside the port's cruise pavilion.
- Port of call
Hobart, Australia
- Port of call
Port Arthur, Australia
About Port Arthur
The very small town of Port Arthur offers a fascinating introduction into the history and culture of Tasmania-indeed, of Australia as a whole. About a 100-kilometer (62-mile) drive southeast of Hobart, Tasmania's capital, Port Arthur is best known for its past as a penal colony.
- Port of call
Great Oyster Bay & Freycinet Peninsula (Scenic Cruising)
- Port of call
Eden, Australia
About Eden
Straddling national parkland and sparkling estuaries on the unspoiled Sapphire Coast of New South Wales just an hour north of the Victoria border, Eden lives up to its name.
- Port of call
Phillip Island, Australia
About Phillip Island
Just 87 miles south-southeast of Melbourne, lies Phillip Island, ancestral home of the Bunurong people, among the first indigenous people to encounter Europeans. Wildlife is abundant here, including little penguins, fairy penguins and Pacific gulls; as well as wallabies and kangaroos.
- Port of call
Melbourne, Australia
About Melbourne
Nestled in the heart of Victoria, Australia, Melbourne Cruise Port offers an exceptional experience for discerning travelers in search of pure luxury. Hailed as Australia's cultural capital, Melbourne emanates a unique charm with its eclectic mix of art, fashion, and gastronomy.
- Port of call
Kangaroo Island, Australia
- Port of call
Adelaide, Australia
- Day 18Jan 29
Sydney, Australia
Disembark
About Sydney
Sydney is the largest city on Cape Breton Island, which is linked by causeway to the rest of Nova Scotia. Sydney's attractions start at the harbor, where visitors can shop for locally made crafts and see the world's largest fiddle, which towers beside the port's cruise pavilion.
Emerald Princess
Emerald Princess is a Princess Cruises ship built in 2007, carrying up to 3,080 guests across 19 decks. Dining includes International Café, World Fresh Marketplace and Slice Pizzeria, with Crooners and Vines Wine Bar for a drink. Staterooms range from Suite and Reserve Collection to Mini-Suite and Balcony, plus Oceanview rooms.
- Guests
- 3,080
- Crew
- 1,200
- Year built
- 2007
- Decks
- 19
- Tonnage
- 113,561
- Length
- 951
Dining and venues
- Main Dining Room
- Reserve Collection Dining
- International Café
- World Fresh Marketplace
- Slice Pizzeria
- Coffee & Cones
- OceanNow® Delivery
- The Salty Dog Grill
- Afternoon Tea
- Casual, specialty and culinary experiences
- A signature steakhouse at sea
- A taste of Italian tradition
- Chef's Table Experience
- Steamers Seafood
- Planks BBQ
- Ultimate Balcony Dining
- O'Malley's Irish Pub
- Good Spirits® At Sea
- Crooners
- Vines Wine Bar
- The Piazza
- Princess Theater
- Vegas style casino
- Movies Under the Stars®
- Music & dancing
- Pools & hot tubs
- Top deck parties
- Club Fusion
- Skywalkers Nightclub
- Fine Arts Gallery
- The Shops of Princess
- Just For Kids 3-7
- Just For Kids 8-12
- Just For Teens 13-17
- Family
Deck plans
Staterooms
Per person, double occupancy
Interior
Interior (158–162 sq ft)
These staterooms are the perfect place to recharge your batteries. Our most affordable option, featuring two twin beds or a queen-size bed. Other amenities include a refrigerator, hair dryer, TV, closet and bathroom with shower.
$2,394
$4,364
Oceanview
Oceanview (146–206 sq ft)
Enjoy the added benefit of a view of the ocean from either a picture window or porthole that brings in natural light. This stateroom includes all the amenities of an interior room.
$2,934
$5,344
Balcony
Balcony (214–222 sq ft)
This impressive stateroom offers the added indulgence of a balcony and gives you more space than a standard stateroom. Enjoy your own private outdoor space with a table, two chairs, and a relaxing view of the inspiring scenery surrounding you, whether a beautiful sunset over the ocean or a new city to explore. It’s also perfect to enjoy cocktails before dinner or a leisurely breakfast.
$4,049
$7,369
Mini-Suite
Mini-Suite (323 sq ft)
Choose a luxurious Mini-Suite with balcony which is substantially larger than a Balcony stateroom and receive a complimentary welcome glass of bubbly. Mini-Suites include a separate sitting area with sofa bed and two flat-panel televisions. For families or groups needing a little extra space, Mini-Suites offer an appealing and affordable option.
$4,899
$8,939
Suite
Suite (460–932 sq ft)
Surrounding you with deluxe accommodations, a spacious Suite with balcony includes all the amenities of a Reserve Collection Mini-Suite, plus incredible premiums. Enjoy more living space, a sofa bed and separate seating areas, and wonderfully enhanced amenities that range from priority disembarkation to a complimentary mini-bar setup in suite and so much more.
Prices per person, double occupancy. + $480 taxes & fees per person. Gratuities extra, about $18 per person per day ($19 mini-suites, $20 suites).
Dates and prices
17 nights, Southern Australia Explorer
On Emerald Princess
No other dates of this itinerary on Emerald Princess are listed. See all Emerald Princess sailings
Similar sailings
Australia & New Zealand, about 17 nights
Questions about Southern Australia Explorer on Emerald Princess
How much does the Southern Australia Explorer cruise on Emerald Princess cost?
Fares start at $2,394 per person (Interior). Lowest current fare by cabin type: Interior $2,394, Oceanview $2,934, Balcony $4,049 and Mini-Suite $4,899. + $480 taxes & fees per person. Gratuities extra, about $18 per person per day ($19 mini-suites, $20 suites).
Where does this cruise leave from and what does it visit?
Round trip from Sydney. Ports: Hobart, Port Arthur, Great Oyster Bay & Freycinet Peninsula (Scenic Cruising), Eden, Phillip Island, Melbourne, Kangaroo Island and Adelaide.
What is included in the fare?
+ $480 taxes & fees per person. Gratuities extra, about $18 per person per day ($19 mini-suites, $20 suites).
How do I book this cruise?
Send a request and an advisor confirms the current fare and availability and books it for you. When your price is confirmed you can approve it and give your card in My Trips, or your advisor can take it by phone. The cruise line or supplier charges the card; 4Vacations charges nothing.