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Crown Princess itinerary map for December 17, 2025 (4 nights)
Crown Princess itinerary map for December 17, 2025 (4 nights)
4 nights · 3 ports
Round-trip · Melbourne, Australia
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Crown Princess
December 17, 2025

4-Night Australia Seacation aboard Crown Princess · Departing December 17, 2025 from the Port of Melbourne, Australia.

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// AT A GLANCE

Crown Princess December 17, 2025 Cruise Overview

This 4-night cruise aboard the Crown Princess departs from Melbourne, Australia on Wednesday, December 17, 2025 and returns on Sunday, Dec 21st. December weather across this route averages 99°/48°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 8.4 out of 10 — Melbourne (8.8), Hobart (8.5), Sydney (8.0).

ITINERARY SAFETY SCORE
8.4OUT OF 10
SAFE TIER
Safer than 84% of all cruises
Ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
01
4
night cruise
Wed → Sun
02
Melbourne
departure port
Australia
03
3
port stops
Seacation
04
2
sea days
Day 2
// ON THIS PAGE09 SECTIONS

The Crown Princess, operated by Princess Cruise Line, sets sail on Wednesday, December 17, 2025 from Melbourne, Australia for a 4-night Australia Seacation cruise. This itinerary includes 3 unique port stops and 2 days at sea. December weather across the route averages 99°F highs and 48°F lows. The itinerary safety score is 8.4 out of 10, combining travel advisories, crime statistics, and Global Peace Index data. Fare tracking is available for inside, oceanview, balcony, and suite cabin categories. Gangwaze monitors pricing daily so you can set a price-drop alert and book when the fare is right. Explore the full day-by-day port schedule, shore excursion options, onboard amenities, and weather forecasts for each stop on this Crown Princess sailing.

// WHO'S ONBOARD YOUR CRUISE

Crown Princess December 17, 2025 Roll Call

7 SAVED THIS SAILING
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// 02 · CRUISE PRICE

Crown Princess December 17, 2025 Price & Tracking

CROWN PRINCESS·DECEMBER 17, 2025

The graph below tracks historic price of the Crown Princess cruise ship departing December 17, 2025. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $498 ($125 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $407 ($102 per night), this represents a recent increase of 22%.

Crown Princess cruise departing December 17, 20254-night itinerary. Current Inside Cabin price: $498 ($125 per night). Average price: $407.

// PRICE HISTORY · INSIDE
Last 6 months · refreshes daily
This cabin
Avg $403
LIVE RATE
INSIDE CABIN
Crown Princess · December 17, 2025
$498
$125 per night · 4 nights
23% above average
Avg $403

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// 03 · ITINERARY

4 Night Australia Seacation (Melbourne To Sydney) Cruise Map

Interactive Itinerary MapDECEMBER 17, 2025
The Crown Princess sails on December 17, 2025 for a 4 Night Australia Seacation (Melbourne To Sydney) (Melbourne Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Melbourne, Australia at 9:00 PM and will return to the port of Sydney, Australia on Dec 21st at 5:00 AM. During the 5-day journey, the Crown Princess will visit 2 additional ports and will spend 2 days at sea.
// CRUISE PORT SCHEDULE
Crown Princess
DECEMBER 17, 2025
5 STOPSSCROLL FOR ALL ↓
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4 NIGHTS · 2 PORTS
ROUND-TRIP · MELBOURNE
// 04 · PORTS

4 Night Australia Seacation (Melbourne To Sydney) Port List

Crown Princess·December 17, 2025
Melbourne, Australia — Day 1 of Crown Princess December 17, 2025 cruise
DAY
1
EMBARKATION
WEDNESDAY·DEC 17

Melbourne

Australia
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
9:00 PM

Melbourne, Australia, offers docking at Station Pier. Travelers explore Federation Square and Royal Botanic Gardens. Excursions visit Yarra Valley wineries. Local markets sell meat pies. The peak season, December to February, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures urban skylines and Port Phillip vistas. Dining onboard includes lamingtons, an Australian favorite. Souvenirs, like Aboriginal crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Wurundjeri history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Melbourne’s urban charm offers a vibrant Australian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of cultural landmarks and scenic vineyards, making Melbourne an engaging destination for exploration.

Hobart, Tasmania, Australia — Day 3 of Crown Princess December 17, 2025 cruise
DAY
3
PORT 2
FRIDAY·DEC 19

Hobart

Tasmania, Australia
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
6:00 AM
4:00 PM

Hobart, Tasmania, Australia, offers docking at Hobart Port. Travelers explore Salamanca Market and Mount Wellington. Excursions visit Port Arthur’s historic site. Local markets sell scallop pies. The peak season, December to February, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial buildings and Tasman Sea vistas. Dining onboard includes Tasmanian salmon, an Australian favorite. Souvenirs, like Huon pine crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Palawa history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while sturdy shoes enhance mountain hikes. Hobart’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Australian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic sites and scenic lookouts, making Hobart an engaging destination.

Sydney, Australia — Day 5 of Crown Princess December 17, 2025 cruise
DAY
5
DISEMBARKATION
SUNDAY·DEC 21

Sydney

Australia
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
5:00 AM

Sydney, Australia, offers docking at Circular Quay. Travelers explore Sydney Opera House and Bondi Beach. Excursions visit Blue Mountains. Local markets sell meat pies. The peak season, December to February, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures iconic landmarks and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes lamingtons, an Australian favorite. Souvenirs, like opal crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Aboriginal history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Sydney’s urban charm offers a vibrant Australian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of cultural landmarks and scenic coasts, making Sydney an engaging destination for exploration.

// 05 · WEATHER

4 Night Australia Seacation (Melbourne To Sydney) Weather Forecast

Crown Princess·December 17, 2025
DEC FORECAST · MELBOURNE
Historical monthly averages for travelers visiting this port.
Melbourne port guide
75°
AVG · °F
Mostly sunny days
AVG HIGH
103°
AVG LOW
46°
AVG RAINFALL
2.4"
Source: 30-year historical climate averages via Open-Meteo
// YEAR-ROUND AT MELBOURNE
Average monthly temperature and rainfall. Your sail month is highlighted.
AVG TEMP °FRAINFALL IN
75°JANFEBMARAPRMAYJUNJULAUGSEPOCTNOVDEC12-MONTH AVERAGE · DATA: 30-YEAR HISTORICAL
// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS

Most Popular Melbourne Shore Excursions

Independent shore excursions in every port on this Crown Princess itinerary, booked directly with the operator who runs them. We flag the ones that guarantee you're back on board before the gangway lifts.

3 PORTS OF CALL·483 EXCURSIONS HELD·BOOK DIRECT WITH THE OPERATOR
SELECT A PORT
BEST MELBOURNE SHORE TOURS
OF 166
WORRY-FREE
TOP PRODUCT
4.9(497)
$87.40

Premium Great Ocean Road Tour Reverse with Pickup - Max 10-14

You only do it once; make it Awesome with only 10-14 other passengers. Experience the Great Ocean Road the…
11.5 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
3.6(307)
$28.28

SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium Admission Ticket

Back by popular demand, Animal Crossing™: New Horizons returns to SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium from 16…
1.5 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
WORRY-FREE
5.0(117)
$391.62

Boroughs of Melbourne - Signature Private City Tour

A perfect, personalised introduction to Melbourne with plenty of highlights and hidden treasures in…
6 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
WORRY-FREE
TOP PRODUCT
4.8(102)
$1,051.58

Private and Customised Great Ocean Road and Luxury Tour

Get ready to be blown away by the stunning beauty of the Great Ocean Road tour! With our customisable and…
12 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
5.0(84)
$812.26

Private Great Ocean Road - The Ultimate Aussie Adventure

An unmissable Australian adventure that belongs at the top of every visitor’s list. The two-day option is…
12 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
WORRY-FREE
4.8(53)
$358.99

Melbourne Sights & Sounds Private Tour

Melbourne, often described as one of world’s most liveable cities, is also one of the world’s most…
5 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
WORRY-FREE
4.8(52)
$466.32

Private Great Ocean Road Day Trip from Melbourne

A private, fully customisable Great Ocean Road journey from Melbourne to the 12 Apostles — ideal for couples…
14 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
4.9(50)
$688.97

Half-Day or Full-Day Tour with Private Guide from Melbourne

If you're looking for a personalized sightseeing experience in Melbourne, book this half-day or full-day…
8 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR

These are the eight most reviewed. Melbourne has plenty more — browse the full catalogue and book direct with the operator.

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// 07 · SAFETY SCORE

Itinerary Safety Score

4 Night Australia Seacation (Melbourne To Sydney)

Based on comprehensive research of cruise port safety information, including recent crime reports, travel advisories, Global Peace Index rankings, and specific port security concerns, we've created a "safety score" for each cruise port stop. The overall rating below represents a combined score for your specific cruise itinerary.

ITINERARY AVERAGE
SAFE TIER
0OUT OF 100
LOWHIGH
Safer than 84% of all cruises
8.4/10 itinerary average · ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
// HOW WE SCORE
Four signals, weighted by recency.

Scores combine recent crime reports, government travel advisories, Global Peace Index rankings, and port-specific security incidents. Refreshed monthly.

8.0 – 10.0
Safe — Low-risk; standard precautions apply.
6.5 – 7.9
Moderate — Generally safe with normal vigilance.
5.0 – 6.4
Caution — Stay alert; avoid certain areas after dark.
0 – 4.9
High caution — Significant risk; book guided excursions.
REFRESHED MONTHLY
// PORT-BY-PORT BREAKDOWN03 PORTS
01

Melbourne 🇦🇺

Australia · AustraliaSAFE

Melbourne offers a safe environment for cruise travelers, featuring low crime rates and a strong public safety infrastructure.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
02

Hobart 🇦🇺

Tasmania, Australia · AustraliaSAFE

Hobart is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates, allowing travelers to explore independently with minimal safety concerns.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
03

Sydney 🇦🇺

Australia · AustraliaMODERATE

Travelers should remain vigilant against petty theft in tourist areas and nightlife districts while enjoying the overall safety of Sydney.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
// 08 · CRUISE SHIP

Crown Princess Ship Overview

Specs & DetailsPRINCESS
Crown Princess cruise ship exterior
PRINCESS · GRAND
CHRISTENED
2006
STATEROOMS
1,543
TONNAGE
113,561GT
11.9% BELOW AVG· vs avg 128,868 GT
YEAR BUILT
2006
5 YEARS OLDER· vs avg 2011
LENGTH
952ft
6.7% BELOW AVG· vs avg 1,020 ft
PASSENGER COUNT
3,090cruisers
3.3% BELOW AVG· vs avg 3,197 cruisers
// ABOUT THE SHIP

The Crown Princess has a construction date of 2006 and a total size of 113,561 gross tons. The ship measures 952 feet in length. Crown Princess is included in Princess's Grand class. At full capacity, the Crown Princess holds 3,090 passengers. That includes 1,889 cruise vacationers and 1,201 staff members. The Crown Princess total number of staterooms is 1,543.

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// 09 · FAQ

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