Grand Princess
Northern Explorer
Oct 24, 2028 – Nov 12, 202819 nightsSydney to Perth (Fremantle)
Northern Explorer is a 19-night Princess Cruises cruise on Grand Princess, sailing Oct 24, 2028 from Sydney to Perth (Fremantle). It calls at Brisbane, Airlie Beach, Willis Island (For Service Call), Townsville, Cairns, Darwin, Kimberley Coast (Scenic Cruising) and 4 more. The lowest current fare is $3,309 per person for Interior (the cruise line's earlier fare was $6,039). + $460 taxes & fees per person. Gratuities extra, about $18 per person per day ($19 mini-suites, $20 suites).
- Length
- 19 nights
- Departs
- Oct 24, 2028, Sydney
- Returns
- Nov 12, 2028, Perth (Fremantle)
- Ports of call
- 10
- Ship
- Grand Princess
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Itinerary
Ports of call in order
- Day 1Oct 24
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
Brisbane, Australia
About Brisbane
Once a harsh penal settlement, Brisbane is now Queensland's dynamic capital city. A blend of steel and glass defines the skyline, while riverside delights - botanical gardens, promenades, cafes and markets - mesmerize at eye level.
- Port of call
Airlie Beach, Australia
- Port of call
Willis Island (For Service Call), Australia
About Willis Island (For Service Call)
Willis Island is the only place with a permanent population across the Coral Sea Islands Territory, which Australia governs as an external territory. It lies in the Coral Sea beyond the Great Barrier Reef, east of Cairns in Queensland. The Willis Islets, a small group with sandy cays, run away from it to the north-north-east.
- Port of call
Townsville, Australia
About Townsville
The unofficial capital of North Queensland, Townsville is tucked inside the Great Barrier Reef in the northern tropics. Its municipal beach, The Strand, is consistently rated among Australia's cleanest.
- Port of call
Cairns, Australia
About Cairns
A cosmopolitan city flanked by pristine rainforests and golden beaches, Cairns is the gateway to the Great Barrier Reef, Kuranda, and the Daintree rainforest, a World Heritage protected area.
- Port of call
Darwin, Australia
About Darwin
Capital of the Northern Territory (NT), with an estimated population of 150,000, Darwin is home to most of the Northern Territory population.
- Port of call
Kimberley Coast (Scenic Cruising), Australia
- Port of call
Yampi Sound (Scenic Cruising)
- Port of call
Broome, Australia
- Port of call
Geraldton, Australia
About Geraldton
Geraldton is the center of Western Australia's Coral Coast, and a gateway to the agricultural Chapman Valley. City attractions include the Western Australia Museum and a stirring monument to the HMAS Sydney II, which was sunk with great loss of life off the coast here during WW II.
- Day 20Nov 12
Perth (Fremantle), Australia
Disembark
About Perth (Fremantle)
Perth is the capital of Western Australia and has more people than any other city in the state. Most of the metropolitan area lies on the Swan Coastal Plain, with the Indian Ocean on one side and the Darling Scarp on the other. The city spread outward from settlements the British founded on the Swan River, where its central business district and the port of Fremantle now stand.
Grand Princess
Grand Princess is a Princess Cruises ship carrying up to 2,600 guests across 17 decks. Staterooms include Suite, Reserve Collection, Mini-Suite, Balcony and Oceanview types. Dining options are the International Café, World Fresh Marketplace and Slice Pizzeria, with the Good Spirits At Sea for a drink.
- Guests
- 2,600
- Crew
- 1,150
- Year built
- 1998
- Decks
- 17
- Tonnage
- 107,517
- Length
- 949
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
- Alfredo's Pizzeria
- Chef's Table
- Crab Shack
- The Salty Dog Gastropub
- Ultimate Balcony Dining
- Good Spirits® At Sea
- Crooners
- Wheelhouse Bar
- Vines Wine Bar
- The Piazza
- Princess Theater
- Vegas style casino
- Movies Under the Stars®
- Music & Dancing
- Pools & hot tubs
- Top deck parties
- The One5
- 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.
$3,309
$6,039
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.
$5,689
$10,319
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.
$6,369
$11,579
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.
$7,429
$13,569
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.
$8,039
$14,669
Prices per person, double occupancy. + $460 taxes & fees per person. Gratuities extra, about $18 per person per day ($19 mini-suites, $20 suites).
Dates and prices
19 nights, Northern Explorer
On Grand Princess
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Similar sailings
Australia & New Zealand, about 19 nights
Questions about Northern Explorer on Grand Princess
How much does the Northern Explorer cruise on Grand Princess cost?
Fares start at $3,309 per person (Interior). Lowest current fare by cabin type: Interior $3,309, Oceanview $5,689, Balcony $6,369 and Mini-Suite $7,429. + $460 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?
Departs Sydney and ends in Perth (Fremantle). Ports: Brisbane, Airlie Beach, Willis Island (For Service Call), Townsville, Cairns, Darwin, Kimberley Coast (Scenic Cruising), Yampi Sound (Scenic Cruising), Broome, Geraldton and Perth (Fremantle).
What is included in the fare?
+ $460 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.