Sapphire Princess
Northern Explorer
Nov 26, 2027 – Dec 11, 202715 nightsBrisbane to Perth (Fremantle)
Northern Explorer is a 15-night Princess Cruises cruise on Sapphire Princess, sailing Nov 26, 2027 from Brisbane to Perth (Fremantle). It calls at Willis Island (For Service Call), Cairns, Darwin, Broome, Exmouth and Perth (Fremantle). The lowest current fare is $4,434 per person for Oceanview (the cruise line's earlier fare was $5,799). + $280 taxes & fees per person. Gratuities extra, about $18 per person per day ($19 mini-suites, $20 suites). Included with the fare: 3rd and 4th guests sail free.
- Length
- 15 nights
- Departs
- Nov 26, 2027, Brisbane
- Returns
- Dec 11, 2027, Perth (Fremantle)
- Ports of call
- 7
- Days at sea
- 7
- Ship
- Sapphire Princess
What's included
- 3rd and 4th guests sail free
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Itinerary
- Day 1Nov 26
Brisbane, Australia
Depart 4:00 PM
Embark
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.
- Day 2Nov 27
At sea
- Day 3Nov 28
Willis Island (For Service Call), Australia
Arrive 2:00 PMDepart 3:00 PM
Tender
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.
- Day 4Nov 29
Cairns, Australia
Arrive 8:00 AMDepart 7:00 PM
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.
- Day 5Nov 30
At sea
- Day 6Dec 1
At sea
- Day 7Dec 2
At sea
- Day 8Dec 3
Darwin, Australia
Arrive 8:00 AMDepart 6:00 PM
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.
- Day 9Dec 4
At sea
- Day 10Dec 5
Kimberley Coast (Scenic Cruising), Australia
Arrive 1:00 PMDepart 5:00 PM
Scenic cruising
- Day 11Dec 6
Yampi Sound (Scenic Cruising), Australia
Arrive 7:00 AMDepart 12:00 PM
Scenic cruising
- Day 12Dec 7
Broome, Australia
Arrive 7:00 AMDepart 4:00 PM
- Day 13Dec 8
At sea
- Day 14Dec 9
Exmouth, Australia
Arrive 7:00 AMDepart 4:00 PM
Tender
About Exmouth
Exmouth's unspoiled beaches, pristine deep blue ocean, and dramatic red ochre coastline are an unrivaled sight to behold. Located 1,270 kilometers north of Perth, this remote gem only emerged in 1964 as a support town for the United States Naval Communications Centre.
- Day 15Dec 10
At sea
- Day 16Dec 11
Perth (Fremantle), Australia
Arrive 6:00 AM
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.
Sapphire Princess
Sapphire Princess is a Princess Cruises ship built in 2004, carrying up to 2,670 guests across 18 decks. Dining includes World Fresh Marketplace, Prego Pizzeria and Trident Grill, with Swirls Ice Cream Bar and International Café for a snack. Staterooms range from Suite and Reserve Collection to Mini-Suite, Balcony and Oceanview.
- Guests
- 2,670
- Crew
- 1,100
- Year built
- 2004
- Decks
- 18
- Tonnage
- 115,875
- Length
- 952
Dining and venues
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- Cruise on Sapphire Princess
- Main Dining Room
- Reserve Collection Dining
- World Fresh Marketplace
- Prego Pizzeria
- Trident Grill
- OceanNow® Delivery
- Swirls Ice Cream Bar
- International Café
- Afternoon Tea
- Casual, specialty and culinary experiences
- A signature steakhouse at sea
- A taste of Italian tradition
- Makoto Ocean
- Churrascaria Brazilian Grill
- Alfredo's Pizzeria
- Chef's Table Experience
- Crab Shack
- Ultimate balcony dining
- Good Spirits® At Sea
- Crooners
- Wheelhouse Bar
- Vines Wines Bar
- The Piazza
- Princess Theater
- Vegas style casino
- Movies Under the Stars®
- Music & Dancing
- Pools & Hot Tubs
- Skywalkers Nightclub
- Fine Arts Gallery
- Just For Kids 3-7
- Just For Kids 8-12
- Just For Teens 13-17
- Family
Deck plans
Staterooms
Per person, double occupancy
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.
$4,434
$5,799
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.
$5,611
$7,059
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.
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.
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. + $280 taxes & fees per person. Gratuities extra, about $18 per person per day ($19 mini-suites, $20 suites).
Dates and prices
15 nights, Northern Explorer
On Sapphire Princess
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Similar sailings
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Questions about Northern Explorer on Sapphire Princess
How much does the Northern Explorer cruise on Sapphire Princess cost?
Fares start at $4,434 per person (Oceanview). Lowest current fare by cabin type: Oceanview $4,434 and Balcony $5,611. + $280 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 Brisbane and ends in Perth (Fremantle). Ports: Willis Island (For Service Call), Cairns, Darwin, Broome, Exmouth and Perth (Fremantle).
What is included in the fare?
Included: 3rd and 4th guests sail free. + $280 taxes & fees per person. Gratuities extra, about $18 per person per day ($19 mini-suites, $20 suites).
How do I book this cruise?
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