Discovery Princess itinerary map for December 20, 2025 (14 nights)
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Discovery Princess — December 20, 202514-Night New Zealand Holiday on Princess

This 14-night cruise aboard the Discovery Princess departs from Sydney, Australia on Saturday, December 20, 2025 and returns on Saturday, Jan 3rd. December weather across this route averages 82°/47°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 8.6 out of 10, averaged across 7 ports. Balcony cabins rose $205 on Dec 18.

Cruise Length
14
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Sydney
Australia
Port Stops
7
Sea Days
7

Cruise Price - Discovery Princess December 20, 2025

Discovery Princess · December 20, 2025

The graph below tracks historic price of the Discovery Princess cruise ship departing December 20, 2025. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $3,085 ($221 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $2,757 ($197 per night), this represents a recent increase of 12%.

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Inside
$3,085
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Oceanview
$3,966
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Balcony
$4,475
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Suite
$4,416

Price History – Discovery Princess December 20, 2025

inside cabin
Discovery Princess
December 20, 2025
$3,085
12% vs avg: $2,757

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Cruise Itinerary Map - 14 Night New Zealand Holiday (Sydney Roundtrip)

Discovery Princess · December 20, 2025

The Discovery Princess sails on December 20, 2025 for a 14 Night New Zealand Holiday (Sydney Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Sydney, Australia at 3:00 PM and will return to the port of Sydney, Australia on Jan 3rd at 5:00 AM. During the 15-day journey, the Discovery Princess will visit 6 additional ports and will spend 7 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

14 Night New Zealand Holiday (Sydney Roundtrip)

  • DEC20
    Sydney, Australia
    Sydney, Australia
    A: — - D: 3:00 PM
  • DEC21
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • DEC22
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • DEC23
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • DEC24
    Bay Of Islands, New Zealand
    Bay Of Islands, New Zealand
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • DEC25
    Auckland, New Zealand
    Auckland, New Zealand
    A: 5:30 AM - D: 3:00 PM
  • DEC26
    Tauranga, New Zealand
    Tauranga, New Zealand
    A: 5:45 AM - D: 5:15 PM
  • DEC27
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • DEC28
    Picton, New Zealand
    Picton, New Zealand
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • DEC29
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • DEC30
    Port Chalmers (Dunedin), New Zealand
    Port Chalmers (Dunedin), New Zealand
    A: 5:45 AM - D: 6:30 PM
  • DEC31
    Cruise Fjordland National Park
    Cruise Fjordland National Park
    A: 9:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • JAN01
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JAN02
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JAN03
    Sydney, Australia
    Sydney, Australia
    A: 5:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

December 20, 2025 · 14 Night New Zealand Holiday (Sydney Roundtrip)

Sydney, Australia — Day 1 of Discovery Princess December 20, 2025 cruise
Day 1•Saturday, Dec 20

Sydney, Australia

Arrival: —•Departure: 3:00 PM

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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Day 2 at sea — Discovery Princess December 20, 2025 itinerary
Day 2•Sunday, Dec 21

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Discovery Princess — featuring Sabatinis, Fitness Center, The Mix & Photo Gallery.

Day 3 at sea — Discovery Princess December 20, 2025 itinerary
Day 3•Monday, Dec 22

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Discovery Princess — featuring Sabatinis, Fitness Center, The Mix & Photo Gallery.

Day 4 at sea — Discovery Princess December 20, 2025 itinerary
Day 4•Tuesday, Dec 23

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Discovery Princess — featuring Sabatinis, Fitness Center, The Mix & Photo Gallery.

Bay Of Islands, New Zealand — Day 5 of Discovery Princess December 20, 2025 cruise
Day 5•Wednesday, Dec 24

Bay Of Islands, New Zealand

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Bay of Islands, New Zealand, offers docking at Waitangi Port. Travelers explore Waitangi Treaty Grounds and Paihia. Excursions include dolphin-watching tours. Local markets sell hāngī. The peak season, December to February, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures historic sites and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes kumara, a Kiwi favorite. Souvenirs, like paua crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Maori history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while water shoes enhance beach exploration. Bay of Islands’ coastal charm offers a vibrant New Zealand stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of cultural heritage and marine adventures, making Bay of Islands an engaging destination.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Auckland, New Zealand — Day 6 of Discovery Princess December 20, 2025 cruise
Day 6•Thursday, Dec 25

Auckland, New Zealand

Arrival: 5:30 AM•Departure: 3:00 PM

Auckland, New Zealand, offers docking at Auckland Port. Travelers explore Sky Tower and Waiheke Island. Excursions include Waitomo Glowworm Caves. Local markets sell pavlova. The peak season, December to February, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures urban harbors and Hauraki Gulf vistas. Dining onboard includes lamb, a Kiwi favorite. Souvenirs, like Maori crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Maori history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Auckland’s urban charm offers a vibrant New Zealand stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of modern landmarks and scenic islands, making Auckland an engaging destination.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Tauranga, New Zealand — Day 7 of Discovery Princess December 20, 2025 cruise
Day 7•Friday, Dec 26

Tauranga, New Zealand

Arrival: 5:45 AM•Departure: 5:15 PM

Tauranga, New Zealand, offers docking at Tauranga Port. Travelers explore Mount Maunganui and Rotorua’s geothermal sites. Excursions include Maori cultural tours. Local markets sell pavlova. The peak season, December to February, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures geysers and Bay of Plenty vistas. Dining onboard includes lamb, a Kiwi favorite. Souvenirs, like jade crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Maori history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while sturdy shoes enhance geothermal hikes. Tauranga’s cultural charm offers a vibrant New Zealand stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural wonders and indigenous heritage, making Tauranga an engaging destination.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Day 8 at sea — Discovery Princess December 20, 2025 itinerary
Day 8•Saturday, Dec 27

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Discovery Princess — featuring Sabatinis, Fitness Center, The Mix & Photo Gallery.

Picton, New Zealand — Day 9 of Discovery Princess December 20, 2025 cruise
Day 9•Sunday, Dec 28

Picton, New Zealand

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Picton, New Zealand, offers docking at Picton Port. Travelers explore Marlborough Sounds and Queen Charlotte Track. Excursions include wine-tasting in Blenheim. Local markets sell whitebait fritters. The peak season, December to February, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures fjord-like sounds and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes lamb, a Kiwi favorite. Souvenirs, like paua crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Maori history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while sturdy shoes enhance track hikes. Picton’s coastal charm offers a vibrant New Zealand stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of scenic waterways and wine regions, making Picton an engaging destination for exploration.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Day 10 at sea — Discovery Princess December 20, 2025 itinerary
Day 10•Monday, Dec 29

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Discovery Princess — featuring Sabatinis, Fitness Center, The Mix & Photo Gallery.

Port Chalmers (Dunedin), New Zealand — Day 11 of Discovery Princess December 20, 2025 cruise
Day 11•Tuesday, Dec 30

Port Chalmers (Dunedin), New Zealand

Arrival: 5:45 AM•Departure: 6:30 PM

Port Chalmers (Dunedin), New Zealand, offers docking at Port Chalmers. Travelers explore Larnach Castle and Otago Peninsula. Excursions include wildlife tours for albatross. Local markets sell hokey pokey. The peak season, December to February, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Gothic castles and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes whitebait fritters, a Kiwi favorite. Souvenirs, like paua crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Maori history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while sturdy shoes enhance peninsula hikes. Port Chalmers’ cultural charm offers a vibrant New Zealand stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic castles and scenic wildlife, making Port Chalmers an engaging destination.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Cruise Fjordland National Park — Day 12 of Discovery Princess December 20, 2025 cruise
Day 12•Wednesday, Dec 31

Cruise Fjordland National Park

Arrival: 9:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Fiordland National Park, New Zealand, offers no docking; ships cruise Milford Sound within the park. Travelers observe Mitre Peak and Stirling Falls from deck. Zodiacs spot bottlenose dolphins. No facilities; provisions from ship. Peak season December to March; rain frequent. Photography captures sheer cliffs and rainbows. Dining onboard includes green-lipped mussels. Souvenirs, like sound postcards, in ship shops. Briefings stress ecosystem protection. Kayaking explores Hall Arm. Rain gear essential for wet climate. UNESCO-listed Fiordland’s dramatic fjords and wildlife provide immersive nature experiences in this temperate rainforest paradise.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Day 13 at sea — Discovery Princess December 20, 2025 itinerary
Day 13•Thursday, Jan 1

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Discovery Princess — featuring Sabatinis, Fitness Center, The Mix & Photo Gallery.

Day 14 at sea — Discovery Princess December 20, 2025 itinerary
Day 14•Friday, Jan 2

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Discovery Princess — featuring Sabatinis, Fitness Center, The Mix & Photo Gallery.

Sydney, Australia — Day 15 of Discovery Princess December 20, 2025 cruise
Day 15•Saturday, Jan 3

Sydney, Australia

Arrival: 5:00 AM•Departure: —

Returning to Sydney, Australia — see Day 1 above for port info.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link

Weather Forecast

Discovery Princess - December 20, 2025 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Sydney, Australia

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December

Typical Weather

100°F

Average High

57°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.09in

Daily average

2.8 in monthly total

Shore Excursions

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Itinerary Safety Score

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 Safety Rank
86 / 100
safer than 86% of all cruises
86
8
/ 10
Sydney, Australia
Sydney
Travelers should remain vigilant against petty theft in tourist areas and nightlife districts while enjoying the overall safety of Sydney.
9
/ 10
Bay Of Islands, New Zealand
Bay Of Islands
The Bay of Islands offers a safe environment for travelers with low crime rates, minimal commercial traffic, and sheltered anchorages.
8
/ 10
Auckland, New Zealand
Auckland
Auckland offers a generally safe environment for cruise travelers, but visitors should remain vigilant against petty crime in tourist areas.
9
/ 10
Tauranga, New Zealand
Tauranga
Tauranga, New Zealand, offers a low-crime environment and well-developed facilities, ensuring a safe experience for cruise travelers.
9
/ 10
Picton, New Zealand
Picton
Picton is a safe cruise port with low crime rates, but travelers should prioritize road safety and remain vigilant about environmental hazards.
9
/ 10
Port Chalmers (Dunedin), New Zealand
Port Chalmers
Port Chalmers offers a safe environment for cruise travelers with low crime rates and well-maintained facilities for exploration.
10
/ 10
Cruise Fjordland National Park
Fjordland Park
Travelers can safely enjoy the stunning beauty of Fjordland National Park from their cruise ship, prioritizing passenger safety.

Cruise Ship

Discovery Princess

⚓ Tonnage

145,000

vs avg 128,868

🛠️ Year Built

2,022

vs avg 2,011

📏 Length (ft)

1,083

vs avg 1,020

👥 Passenger Count

3,660

vs avg 3,197

The Discovery Princess has a construction date of 2022 and a total size of 145,000 gross tons. The ship measures 1,083 feet in length. Discovery Princess is included in Princess’s Royal class. At full capacity, the Discovery Princess holds 3,660 passengers. That includes 2,314 cruise vacationers and 1,346 staff members. The Discovery Princess total number of staterooms is 1,830.

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Discovery Princess December 20, 2025 FAQ

What's the cheapest cabin on the Discovery Princess December 20, 2025 cruise?▾

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What's the weather like on the Discovery Princess December 20, 2025 route?▾

Across the ports visited on this 14-night route, December averages 82°F highs and 47°F lows. See the per-port weather forecast section above for daily detail.

How safe is the December 20, 2025 Discovery Princess itinerary?▾

This itinerary scores 8.6 out of 10 on the Gangwaze Itinerary Safety Score, averaged across 7 ports. We weight current travel advisories, recent crime data, and Global Peace Index signals — see the Safety Score section above for the full per-port breakdown.

When does the Discovery Princess sail and return on this itinerary?▾

The Discovery Princess departs Sydney, Australia on Saturday, December 20, 2025 at 3:00 PM and returns on Saturday, Jan 3rd, 2026 at 5:00 AM. Total duration: 14 nights.

Who is the cruise director for the Discovery Princess sailing on December 20, 2025?▾

Cruise director assignment for this sail date is not currently confirmed in our records.

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Last Updated: May 19, 2026