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Princess Cruises · Royal Princess

New Zealand Holiday

Dec 22, 2026 – Jan 4, 202713 nightsRound trip from Sydney

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Bay of Islands

New Zealand

Day
5
Date
Dec 26, 2026
Arrive
8:00 AM
Depart
6:00 PM

Royal Princess

Guests
3,560
Crew
1,346
Year built
2013
Decks
19
Tonnage
142,229
Length
1,083
Deck plans

Royal Princess

Guests
3,560
Crew
1,346
Year built
2013
Decks
19
Tonnage
142,229
Length
1,083
Deck plans

Royal Princess

Guests
3,560
Crew
1,346
Year built
2013
Decks
19
Tonnage
142,229
Length
1,083
Deck plans

Royal Princess

Guests
3,560
Crew
1,346
Year built
2013
Decks
19
Tonnage
142,229
Length
1,083
Deck plans

Sydney

Australia

Day
1
Date
Dec 22, 2026
Depart
4:00 PM

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.

Auckland

New Zealand

Day
6
Date
Dec 27, 2026
Arrive
6:30 AM
Depart
7:00 PM

Auckland is one of the few cities in the world to have harbors on two separate bodies of water. The central part of urban Auckland covers a narrow isthmus between the Manukau Harbor on the Tasman Sea, and the Waitemata Harbor on the Pacific Ocean.

Picton

New Zealand

Day
8
Date
Dec 29, 2026
Arrive
9:00 AM
Depart
5:00 PM

Picton sits at the head of the Queen Charlotte Sound and the sail into and out of town will reveal some classic New Zealand scenery. The town offer access to the Marlborough wine country, other spectacular sounds and lots of outdoor activities such as kayaking, fishing, trekking and cycling.

Christchurch (Lyttelton)

New Zealand

Day
9
Date
Dec 30, 2026
Arrive
7:00 AM
Depart
5:00 PM

Dunedin (Port Chalmers)

New Zealand

Day
10
Date
Dec 31, 2026
Arrive
12:30 PM
Depart
8:00 PM

Penthouse Suite

587–680 sq ft

Enjoy the perfect balance of comfort and sophistication in your Penthouse Suite. Thoughtfully designed with generous living space, a separate sitting area and a private balcony, this inviting retreat offers room to relax, reconnect and take in the beauty of the sea.

Vista Suite

440–554 sq ft

Relax in a spacious retreat thoughtfully designed for comfort and unforgettable ocean views. With a separate sitting area, ample room for up to four guests and a private balcony, the Vista Suite offers the perfect setting to unwind after a day of discovery.

Signature Suite

304–329 sq ft

Thoughtfully designed to bring together comfort and style, the Signature Suite offers a welcoming retreat for relaxing between adventures ashore. Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors open to an expansive private balcony, creating the perfect place for a quiet morning coffee or an unforgettable sunset.

Mini-Suite

304–329 sq ft

With more room to relax and thoughtful touches throughout, the Sanctuary Mini-Suite offers a welcoming retreat after a day of exploration. Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors open to your private balcony, bringing in sea views and natural light.

Mini Suite Oceanview

460 sq ft

Perfectly positioned at the front of the ship, the Sanctuary Mini Suite Oceanview offers a spacious retreat with stunning forward-facing views and abundant natural light. A large picture window creates a bright and inviting space to unwind and watch each destination come into view.

Sanctuary Balcony

279 sq ft

Enjoy not only your balcony views and luxury amenities, but added sanctuary benefit perks in the Sanctuary Balcony stateroom. With access to exclusive dining and entertainment, plus the joy of a private balcony, you’re sure to leave your cruise relaxed and refreshed.

Sanctuary Oceanview

146–225 sq ft

A large picture window fills your stateroom with natural light and frames stunning forward-facing ocean views. As part of Sanctuary Collection℠, you'll enjoy exclusive dining, events and entertainment, bringing elevated experiences to every day of your voyage.

Balcony

214–222 sq ft

From $2,429 per person

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.

Interior

158–162 sq ft

From $1,799 per person

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.

Wheelchair-Accessible

Princess offers a selection of staterooms that provide full wheelchair-turning space. In addition, these staterooms include a roll-in shower equipped with grab bars and a fold-down bench seat, an easy access closet and accessible writing desk.

Length
13 nights
Departs
Dec 22, 2026, Sydney
Returns
Jan 4, 2027, Sydney
Ports of call
6
Days at sea
6
Ship
Royal Princess

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Itinerary

  1. Day 1Dec 22

    Sydney, Australia

    Depart 4:00 PM

    Embark

    Sydney, Nova Scotia
  2. Day 2Dec 23

    At sea

  3. Day 3Dec 24

    At sea

  4. Day 4Dec 25

    At sea

  5. Day 5Dec 26

    Bay of Islands, New Zealand

    Arrive 8:00 AMDepart 6:00 PM

    Tender

  6. Day 6Dec 27

    Auckland, New Zealand

    Arrive 6:30 AMDepart 7:00 PM

    Auckland
  7. Day 7Dec 28

    At sea

  8. Day 8Dec 29

    Picton, New Zealand

    Arrive 9:00 AMDepart 5:00 PM

    Picton
  9. Day 9Dec 30

    Christchurch (Lyttelton), New Zealand

    Arrive 7:00 AMDepart 5:00 PM

    Christchurch Gondola above the city
  10. Day 10Dec 31

    Dunedin (Port Chalmers), New Zealand

    Arrive 12:30 PMDepart 8:00 PM

    Taieri Gorge Railway train on a viaduct near Dunedin
  11. Day 11Jan 1

    Fiordland National Park (Scenic Cruising), New Zealand

    Arrive 10:00 AMDepart 7:00 PM

    Scenic cruising

  12. Day 12Jan 2

    At sea

  13. Day 13Jan 3

    At sea

  14. Day 14Jan 4

    Sydney, Australia

    Arrive 6:00 AM

    Disembark

Royal Princess

Guests
3,560
Crew
1,346
Year built
2013
Decks
19
Tonnage
142,229
Length
1,083
Dining and venues
  • Main Dining Room
  • Sanctuary Restaurant
  • International Café
  • World Fresh Marketplace
  • Prego Pizzeria
  • Trident Grill
  • OceanNow® Delivery
  • Swirls Ice Cream Bar
  • Afternoon Tea
  • Casual, specialty and culinary experiences
  • A signature steakhouse at sea
  • A taste of Italian tradition
  • Alfredo’s Pizzeria
  • Chef’s Table Lumiere
  • Crab Shack
  • Caymus Winemaker's Dinner
  • Gelato
  • Ocean Terrace seafood bar
  • Ultimate Balcony Dining
  • Cruise on Royal Princess
  • Good Spirits® At Sea
  • Crooners
  • Bellini's
  • Wheelhouse Bar
  • Vines Wine Bar
  • The Piazza
  • Princess Theater
  • Vegas style casino
  • Movies Under the Stars®
  • Music & dancing
  • Pools & hot tubs
  • Top deck parties
  • Princess Live
  • Fine Arts Gallery
  • The Shops of Princess
  • Just For Kids 3-7
  • Just For Kids 8-12
  • Just For Teens 13-17
  • Family

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Deck plans

Deck plan (June 2026)
Royal Princess, Deck plan (June 2026) deck plan

Staterooms

Per person, double occupancy

  • Interior, Royal Princess

    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.

    $1,799$2,679

  • Balcony, Royal Princess

    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.

    $2,429$3,589

  • Oceanview

  • Mini-Suite, Royal Princess

    Mini-Suite

    Mini-Suite (304–329 sq ft)

    With more room to relax and thoughtful touches throughout, the Sanctuary Mini-Suite offers a welcoming retreat after a day of exploration. Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors open to your private balcony, bringing in sea views and natural light.

  • Suite

Plus $374 taxes, fees and port expenses per person.

Dates and prices

13 nights, New Zealand Holiday

On Royal Princess

No other dates of this itinerary on Royal Princess are listed. See all Royal Princess sailings

Interior$1,799
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