15-Day New Zealand
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15-Day New Zealand

Departure 3 Nov 2026
Duration 15 Nights
Cruise Line Princess Cruises
Ship Grand Princess

Featured Cabins

0800 059 0570

Itinerary

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Date of arrival 3 Nov 2026
Depart 16:00

Sydney, capital of New South Wales and one of Australia’s largest cities, is best known for its harbourfront Sydney Opera House, with a distinctive sail-like design. Massive Darling Harbour and the smaller Circular Quay port are hubs of waterside life, with the arched Harbour Bridge and esteemed Royal Botanic Garden nearby. Sydney Tower’s outdoor platform, the Skywalk, offers 360-degree views of the city and suburbs.

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Fiordland National Park, New Zealand

Date of arrival 7 Nov 2026
Arrive 07:00
Depart 15:00
No further details for this day.
Fiordland National Park, New Zealand

Port Chalmers, New Zealand

Date of arrival 8 Nov 2026
Arrive 07:00
Depart 17:00

European whaling ships first called at Otago Province during the early decades of the 1800s, yielding a mixed response from the native Māori. In 1848 Dunedin was settled, and by the mid-1860s the city was the economic hub of the Otago gold rush. Dunedin’s historical wealth endures in such institutions as the University of Otago, the oldest in the country. But if any region can bring out the bird-watcher in you, this is it; the area is home to the Royal Albatross and yellow-eyed penguins.

Port Chalmers, New Zealand

Lyttelton, New Zealand

Date of arrival 9 Nov 2026
Arrive 07:00
Depart 16:00

Your initial impression of Christchurch will likely be one of a genteel, green city. Joggers loop through shady Hagley Park, and punters ply the narrow Avon River, which bubbles between banks lined with willows and oaks. With a population approaching 350,000, Christchurch is the largest South Island city, and the second-largest in the country. It is also the forward supply depot for the main U.S. Antarctic base at McMurdo Sound. The face of Christchurch is changing rapidly, fueled by both internal and international immigration. The Māori community, although still below the national average in size, is growing. Ngai Tahu, the main South Island Māori tribe, settled Treaty of Waitangi claims in 1997 and have been investing in tourism ventures. Old wooden bungalows are making way for town houses, the arts scene is flourishing, and the city’s university attracts cutting-edge technology companies. In short, there’s plenty of fresh energy percolating underneath the English veneer.

Lyttelton, New Zealand

Picton, New Zealand

Date of arrival 10 Nov 2026
Arrive 07:00
Depart 14:00

The maritime township of Picton (population 4,000) lies at the head of Queen Charlotte Sound and is the arrival point for ferries from the North Island, as well as a growing number of international cruise ships. It plays a major role in providing services and transport by water taxi to a multitude of remote communities in the vast area of islands, peninsulas, and waterways that make up the Marlborough Sounds Maritime Park. There’s plenty to do in town, with crafts markets in summer, historical sights to see, and walking tracks to scenic lookouts over the sounds. The main foreshore is lined by London Quay, which looks up Queen Charlotte Sound to the bays beyond. High Street runs down to London Quay from the hills, and between them these two streets make up the center of town.

Picton, New Zealand

Auckland, New Zealand

Date of arrival 12 Nov 2026
Arrive 06:30
Depart 19:00


Auckland, New Zealand

Bay of Islands, New Zealand

Date of arrival 13 Nov 2026
Arrive 08:00
Depart 17:30

The Tasman Sea on the west and the Pacific Ocean on the east meet at thetop of North Island at Cape Reinga. No matter what route you take, you’ll passfarms and forests, marvellous beaches, and great open spaces. The East Coast,up to the Bay of Islands, is Northland’s most densely populated, often withrefugees from bigger cities—looking for a more relaxed life—clustered aroundbreathtaking beaches. The first decision on the drive north comes at the footof the Brynderwyn Hills. Turning left will take you up the West Coast throughareas once covered with forests and now used for either agricultural orhorticulture. Driving over “the Brynderwyns,” as they are known,takes you to Whangarei, the only city in Northland. If you’re in the mood for adiversion, you can slip to the beautiful coastline and take in Waipu Cove, anarea settled by Scots, and Laings Beach, where million-dollar homes sit next tosmall Kiwi beach houses.An hour’s drive farther north is the Bay of Islands, known all over theworld for its beauty. There you will find lush forests, splendid beaches, andshimmering harbors. The Treaty of Waitangi was signed here in 1840 betweenMāoriand the British Crown, establishing the basis for the modern New Zealandstate. Every year on February 6, the extremely beautiful Waitangi Treaty Ground(the name means weeping waters) is the sight of a celebration of the treaty andprotests by Māori unhappy with it. Continuing north on the East Coast, theagricultural backbone of the region is even more evident and a series ofwinding loop roads off the main highway will take you to beaches that are bothbeautiful and isolated where you can swim, dive, picnic, or just laze. .The West Coast is even less populated, and the coastline is rugged andwindswept. In the Waipoua Forest, you will find some of New Zealand’s oldestand largest kauri trees; the winding road will also take you past mangroveswamps. Crowning the region is the spiritually significant Cape Reinga, theheadland at the top of the vast stretch of 90 Mile Beach, where it’s believedMāori souls depart after death. Today Māori make up roughly a quarter of thearea’s population (compared with the national average of about 15%). The legendaryMāori navigator Kupe was said to have landed on the shores of Hokianga Harbour,where the first arrivals made their home. Many different wi (tribes) livedthroughout Northland, including Ngapuhi (the largest), Te Roroa, Ngati Wai,Ngati Kuri, Te Aupouri, Ngaitakoto, Ngati Kahu, and Te Rarawa. Many Māoriherecan trace their ancestry to the earliest inhabitants

Bay of Islands, New Zealand

Tauranga, New Zealand

Date of arrival 14 Nov 2026
Arrive 08:00
Depart 19:15

The population center of the Bay of Plenty, Tauranga is one of New Zealand’s fastest-growing cities. Along with its neighbor, Whakatane, this seaside city claims to be one of the country’s sunniest towns. Unlike most local towns, Tauranga doesn’t grind to a halt in the off-season, because it has one of the busiest ports in the country, and the excellent waves at the neighboring beach resort of Mount Maunganui—just across Tauranga’s harbor bridge—always draw surfers and holiday folk.

Tauranga, New Zealand

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Date of arrival 18 Nov 2026
Arrive 06:00

Sydney, capital of New South Wales and one of Australia’s largest cities, is best known for its harbourfront Sydney Opera House, with a distinctive sail-like design. Massive Darling Harbour and the smaller Circular Quay port are hubs of waterside life, with the arched Harbour Bridge and esteemed Royal Botanic Garden nearby. Sydney Tower’s outdoor platform, the Skywalk, offers 360-degree views of the city and suburbs.

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Cabin Options

Princess Cruises Diamond Princess Interior Stateroom

Interior Staterooms

Welcome to the Interior Staterooms aboard the Grand Princess from Princess Cruises, your home away from home. Your private abode includes a range of amenities for your enjoyment, relaxation and comfort.
Room Type Inside
Occupancy 4 persons
Size 162ft² (15m²)
Princess Cruises Diamond Princess Suite

Suite

Welcome to the Suite aboard the Grand Princess from Princess Cruises, your home away from home. Your private abode includes a range of amenities for your enjoyment, relaxation and comfort.
Room Type Suite
Occupancy 4 persons
Size 932ft² (87m²)
Princess Cruises Coral Princess Mini Suite Club Class

Reserve Collection

Welcome to the Reserve Collection aboard the Grand Princess from Princess Cruises, your home away from home. Your private abode includes a range of amenities for your enjoyment, relaxation and comfort.
Room Type Suite
Occupancy 4 persons
Size 323ft² (30m²)
Princess Suite Ruby Princess Two Bedroom Family Suite

Two Bedroom Family Suite

Welcome to the Two Bedroom Family Suite aboard the Grand Princess from Princess Cruises, your home away from home. Your private abode includes a range of amenities for your enjoyment, relaxation and comfort.
Room Type Suite
Occupancy 8 persons
Size
Princess Cruises Coral Princess Mini Suite Club Class

Mini-Suite

Welcome to the Mini-Suite aboard the Grand Princess from Princess Cruises, your home away from home. Your private abode includes a range of amenities for your enjoyment, relaxation and comfort.
Room Type Suite
Occupancy 4 persons
Size 323ft² (30m²)
Princess Cruises Diamond Princess Balcony Staterooms

Balcony

Welcome to the Balcony aboard the Grand Princess from Princess Cruises, your home away from home. Your private abode includes a range of amenities for your enjoyment, relaxation and comfort.
Room Type Outside
Occupancy 4 persons
Size 222ft² (21m²)
Princess Cruises Diamond Princess Oceanview Staterooms

Oceanview

Welcome to the Oceanview aboard the Grand Princess from Princess Cruises, your home away from home. Your private abode includes a range of amenities for your enjoyment, relaxation and comfort.
Room Type Outside
Occupancy 4 persons
Size 206ft² (19m²)

Ship Facilities

Dining
Entertainment
Health & Fitness
Younger Travellers

About the Ship

Expect the extraordinary as you step aboard and discover the captivating possibilities, all true to her name

With top deck dining venues, Slice Pizzeria, The Mix, Salty Dog Grill and Coffee & Cones you’ll have even more options to choose from during your stay on board Grand Princess. 

Grand princess

Grand princess Information

Launched 1998
Length 951 ft (290m)
Guest Capacity 2600
Cabins 1301
Crew Members 1150

Deck Plans

Deck 4

  • Medical Centre

Deck 5 -  Plaza

  • Art Gallery
  • Bar Piazza
  • International Café
  • Internet Café
  • Michelangelo Dining Room
  • Vines Bar
  • Alfredo’s Pizzeria
  • Interior Staterooms
  • Oceanview Staterooms

Deck 6 - Fiesta

  • Botticelli Dining Room
  • Da Vinci Dining Room
  • Grand Casino
  • Passenger Services
  • Princess Theatre
  • Snooker’s Cigar Bar
  • The Shops of Princess
  • Suites (x1 Wheelchair Accessible Room)

Deck 7 - Promenade

  • Crooners Lounge & Bar
  • Crown Grill
  • Explorers Lounge
  • Future Cruise Sales
  • Leaves Tea Lounge & Library
  • Meridian Bay
  • Photo-Video Gallery
  • Captain’s Circle
  • Princess Theatre
  • Sabatini’s Italian Trattoria
  • Shore Excursions
  • The Shops of Princess
  • Vista Lounge
  • Wheelhouse Bar

Deck 8 - Emerald

  • Interior Staterooms (x2 Wheelchair Accessible)
  • Balcony Staterooms
  • Oceanview Staterooms (x4 Wheelchair Accessible)
  • Suites
  • Mini-Suites

Deck 9 - Dolphin

  • Interior Staterooms
  • Balcony Staterooms
  • Suites
  • Mini-Suites (x2 Wheelchair Accessible)

Deck 10 - Caribe

  • Interior Staterooms (x2 Wheelchair Accessible Rooms)
  • Balcony Staterooms (x4 Wheelchair Accessible Rooms)
  • Suites

Deck 11 - Baja

  • Interior Staterooms (x2 Wheelchair Accessible Rooms)
  • Balcony Staterooms (x4 Wheelchair Accessible Rooms)
  • Suites

Deck 12 - Aloha

  • Interior Staterooms (x2 Wheelchair Accessible Rooms)
  • Balcony Staterooms (x4 Wheelchair Accessible Rooms)
  • Suites
  • Terrace Pool

Deck 14 - Lido

  • Al Fresco’s Bar
  • Calypso Bar
  • Calypso Reef & Pool
  • Coffee & Cones
  • Horizon Court
  • Horizon Terrace
  • Neptune’s Reef & Pool
  • Slice
  • THE MIX
  • The Salty Dog Grill
  • Trident Grill
  • Interior Staterooms (x2 Wheelchair Accessible Rooms)
  • Oceanview Staterooms
  • Balcony Staterooms
  • Suites

Deck 15 - Sun

  • Beauty Salon
  • Fitness Centre
  • Lotus Spa
  • Massage
  • Movies Under The Stars
  • Sauna
  • Sea Breeze Bar
  • Steam Room
  • Teen Lounge
  • The Conservatory
  • The One5
  • Wedding Chapel
  • Youth Centre
  • Aerobics

Deck 16 - Sports

  • Crystal Dome
  • Deck Chess Set
  • Princess Links
  • Shuffleboard
  • Splash Pool
  • The Oasis
  • The Sanctuary

Deck 17 - Sky

  • Center Court

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