Discovery Princess itinerary map for February 28, 2026 (12 nights)
Discovery Princess itinerary map for February 28, 2026 (12 nights)
12 nights · 7 ports
Round-trip · Sydney, Australia
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Discovery Princess
February 28, 2026

12-Night Southern Australia Explorer aboard Discovery Princess · Departing February 28, 2026 from the Port of Sydney, Australia.

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This 12-night cruise aboard the Discovery Princess departs from Sydney, Australia on Saturday, February 28, 2026 and returns on Thursday, Mar 12th. February weather across this route averages 99°/54°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 8.5 out of 10, averaged across 7 ports. Balcony cabins rose $1 on Feb 25.

Cruise Length
12
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Sydney
Australia
Port Stops
7
Sea Days
5

Cruise Price - Discovery Princess February 28, 2026

Discovery Princess · February 28, 2026

The graph below tracks historic price of the Discovery Princess cruise ship departing February 28, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $3,153 ($263 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $2,564 ($214 per night), this represents a recent increase of 23%.

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Inside
$3,153
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Oceanview
$2,058
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Balcony
$4,584
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Suite
$5,377

Price History – Discovery Princess February 28, 2026

inside cabin
Discovery Princess
February 28, 2026
$3,153
23% vs avg: $2,564

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Cruise Itinerary Map - 12 Night Southern Australia Explorer (Sydney Roundtrip)

Discovery Princess · February 28, 2026

The Discovery Princess sails on February 28, 2026 for a 12 Night Southern Australia Explorer (Sydney Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Sydney, Australia at 6:30 PM and will return to the port of Sydney, Australia on Mar 12th at 6:00 AM. During the 13-day journey, the Discovery Princess will visit 6 additional ports and will spend 5 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

12 Night Southern Australia Explorer (Sydney Roundtrip)

  • FEB28
    Sydney, Australia
    Sydney, Australia
    A: — - D: 6:30 PM
  • MAR01
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAR02
    Melbourne, Australia
    Melbourne, Australia
    A: 6:00 AM - D: 10:00 PM
  • MAR03
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAR04
    Kangaroo Island, Australia
    Kangaroo Island, Australia
    A: 6:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • MAR05
    Adelaide, Australia
    Adelaide, Australia
    A: 6:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • MAR06
    Port Lincoln, Australia
    Port Lincoln, Australia
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • MAR07
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAR08
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAR09
    Port Arthur, Tasmania, Australia
    Port Arthur, Tasmania, Australia
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 9:00 PM
  • MAR10
    Hobart, Tasmania, Australia
    Hobart, Tasmania, Australia
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • MAR11
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAR12
    Sydney, Australia
    Sydney, Australia
    A: 6:00 AM - D: —
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Discovery Princess Cruise Ports

February 28, 2026 · 12 Night Southern Australia Explorer (Sydney Roundtrip)

Sydney, Australia — Day 1 of Discovery Princess February 28, 2026 cruise
Day 1•Saturday, Feb 28

Sydney, Australia

Arrival: —•Departure: 6:30 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 February 28, 2026 itinerary
Day 2•Sunday, Mar 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.

Melbourne, Australia — Day 3 of Discovery Princess February 28, 2026 cruise
Day 3•Monday, Mar 2

Melbourne, Australia

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: 10:00 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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Day 4 at sea — Discovery Princess February 28, 2026 itinerary
Day 4•Tuesday, Mar 3

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.

Kangaroo Island, Australia — Day 5 of Discovery Princess February 28, 2026 cruise
Day 5•Wednesday, Mar 4

Kangaroo Island, Australia

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 PM

Kangaroo Island, Australia, has docking at Penneshaw Port. Travelers explore Flinders Chase National Park’s Remarkable Rocks. Excursions visit seal colonies at Seal Bay. Local markets sell eucalyptus honey. The peak season, December to March, brings warm weather. Photography captures rugged coasts and wildlife. Dining onboard includes barramundi, an Australian fish. Souvenirs, like koala crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover island ecology. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate. Sturdy shoes enhance park hikes. Kangaroo Island’s wild beauty offers a vibrant Australian stop, blending nature with coastal charm.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Adelaide, Australia — Day 6 of Discovery Princess February 28, 2026 cruise
Day 6•Thursday, Mar 5

Adelaide, Australia

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Adelaide, Australia, docks at Port Adelaide Passenger Terminal in Outer Harbor, 23 kilometers northwest of the city center. The upgraded facility offers welcome centers, souvenir shops, free Wi-Fi, ATMs, and toilets, with a 2-minute walk to the railway station. Trains reach downtown in 40 minutes for 3 AUD. Barossa Valley, 90 minutes north, tours wineries like Jacob's Creek for tastings of shiraz and semillon. Kangaroo Island, 45-minute ferry plus drive, reveals seal colonies at Seal Bay and koala spotting in eucalyptus groves. Cleland Wildlife Park, 30 minutes away, feeds kangaroos and views platypus in bushland enclosures. Rundle Mall, city heart 15 minutes by train, hosts street performers and arcades selling opals. Glenelg Beach, 20 minutes south, provides tramside promenades and fish-and-chips. Dining includes pie floaters at pub counters. Souvenirs feature Aboriginal dot paintings. Peak season November to March; metro cards cost 10 AUD daily. Buses connect to airport 35 minutes away.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Port Lincoln, Australia — Day 7 of Discovery Princess February 28, 2026 cruise
Day 7•Friday, Mar 6

Port Lincoln, Australia

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Port Lincoln, Australia, provides docking at Port Lincoln Port. Travelers explore Lincoln National Park and local tuna farms. Excursions include shark cage diving. Local markets sell oysters. The peak season, December to March, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures rugged coastlines and marine life. Dining onboard includes flathead fish, an Australian favorite. Souvenirs, like shell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Eyre Peninsula history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while water shoes enhance beach exploration. Port Lincoln’s maritime charm offers a vibrant Australian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of marine adventures, scenic parks, and seafood culture, making Port Lincoln an engaging destination for exploring Australia’s southern coast and marine heritage.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Day 8 at sea — Discovery Princess February 28, 2026 itinerary
Day 8•Saturday, Mar 7

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 9 at sea — Discovery Princess February 28, 2026 itinerary
Day 9•Sunday, Mar 8

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 11:59 PM

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

Port Arthur, Tasmania, Australia — Day 10 of Discovery Princess February 28, 2026 cruise
Day 10•Monday, Mar 9

Port Arthur, Tasmania, Australia

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 9:00 PM

Port Arthur, Tasmania, Australia, offers docking at Port Arthur Port. Travelers explore the UNESCO-listed convict site and Isle of the Dead. Excursions visit Tasman Peninsula’s sea cliffs. Local markets sell Tasmanian honey. The peak season, December to March, brings warm weather for historic tours. Photography captures colonial ruins and coastal vistas. Dining onboard includes scallop pies, a Tasmanian favorite. Souvenirs, like Huon pine crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover convict history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance site walks. Port Arthur’s historic charm offers a vibrant Australian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of convict heritage, scenic coastlines, and natural beauty, making Port Arthur an engaging destination for exploring Tasmania’s history.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Hobart, Tasmania, Australia — Day 11 of Discovery Princess February 28, 2026 cruise
Day 11•Tuesday, Mar 10

Hobart, Tasmania, Australia

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Day 12 at sea — Discovery Princess February 28, 2026 itinerary
Day 12•Wednesday, Mar 11

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

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

Sydney, Australia — Day 13 of Discovery Princess February 28, 2026 cruise
Day 13•Thursday, Mar 12

Sydney, Australia

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: —

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

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link

Weather Forecast

Discovery Princess - February 28, 2026 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Sydney, Australia

🌧️

February

Typical Weather

104°F

Average High

61°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.19in

Daily average

5.2 in monthly total

Discovery Princess Shore Excursions

Explore the most popular excursion options at each port.

From beach breaks and snorkeling to local food tours and cultural landmarks, these shore excursions help you make the most of every stop. Browse by port below to compare top-rated options and plan your day before you board.

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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
85 / 100
safer than 85% of all cruises
85
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
Melbourne, Australia
Melbourne
Melbourne offers a safe environment for cruise travelers, featuring low crime rates and a strong public safety infrastructure.
9
/ 10
Kangaroo Island, Australia
Kangaroo Island
Kangaroo Island offers a safe travel experience with low crime rates, well-maintained facilities, and important environmental considerations.
9
/ 10
Adelaide, Australia
Adelaide
Adelaide is a safe destination for cruise travelers, featuring low crime rates and strong public safety infrastructure.
9
/ 10
Port Lincoln, Australia
Port Lincoln
Port Lincoln offers a safe environment for cruise travelers, featuring low crime rates and well-maintained facilities for exploration.
8
/ 10
Port Arthur, Tasmania, Australia
Port Arthur
Port Arthur, Tasmania, is a historic site with a low crime rate, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for tourists.
9
/ 10
Hobart, Tasmania, Australia
Hobart
Hobart is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates, allowing travelers to explore independently with minimal safety concerns.

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 February 28, 2026 FAQ

What's the cheapest cabin on the Discovery Princess February 28, 2026 cruise?▾

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What's the weather like on the Discovery Princess February 28, 2026 route?▾

Across the ports visited on this 12-night route, February averages 99°F highs and 54°F lows. See the per-port weather forecast section above for daily detail.

How safe is the February 28, 2026 Discovery Princess itinerary?▾

This itinerary scores 8.5 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, February 28, 2026 at 6:30 PM and returns on Thursday, Mar 12th, 2026 at 6:00 AM. Total duration: 12 nights.

Who is the cruise director for the Discovery Princess sailing on February 28, 2026?▾

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

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Last Updated: May 22, 2026