5 Night Australia Seacation (Auckland To Sydney)
Grand Princess
Grand Princess
October 11, 2025
5 Night Australia Seacation

Grand Princess - 10/11/2025

The October 11, 2025 cruise on the Grand Princess departs from Auckland, New Zealand. On this 5 Night Australia Seacation (Auckland To Sydney) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 3 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Grand Princess sets sail on Saturday, Oct 11th and returns on Thursday, Oct 16th.

Cruise Length
5
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Auckland
New Zealand
Port Stops
3
Sea Days
3

Cruise Pricing

The graph below tracks historic price of the Grand Princess cruise ship departing October 11, 2025. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $418 ($84 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $429 ($86 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 3%.

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Inside Cabin
$418
3%
vs Avg $429

Cruise Itinerary

Itinerary

Grand Princess - October 11, 2025 - 5 Nights

DayDatePort
1Oct 11thAuckland, New Zealand
2Oct 12thTauranga, New Zealand
3Oct 13thAt Sea
4Oct 14thAt Sea
5Oct 15thAt Sea
6Oct 16thSydney, Australia

The Grand Princess sails on October 11, 2025 for a 5 Night Australia Seacation (Auckland To Sydney). The ship will depart the port of Auckland, New Zealand at 7:00 PM and will return to the port of Sydney, Australia on Oct 16th at 6:00 AM. During the 6-day journey, the Grand Princess will visit 2 additional ports and will spend 3 days at sea.

Itinerary Safety Score

Based on my 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
82 / 100
safer than 82% of all cruises
82
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.
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.

Cruise Ship

Grand Princess Size Infographic

Grand Princess

108 k
tonnage
949 ft
length
1998
year built
1,301
cabins
2,610
passengers
1,100
crew

GRAND PRINCESS SIZE

The Grand Princess has a construction date of 1998 and a total size of 107,517 gross tons. The ship measures 949 feet (289 meters) in length. Grand Princess is included in Princess’s Grand Class. At full capacity, the Grand Princess holds 3,710 passengers. That includes 2,610 cruise vacationers and 1,100 staff members. The Grand Princess total number of staterooms is 1,301.

Grand Princess Size & Stats

  • Gross Tonnage:107,517 GT
  • Length:949 ft (289 m)
  • Beam:118 ft (36 m)
  • Draft:28 ft (9 m)
  • Max Speed:26 mph (23 kn)
  • Year Built:1998
  • Years Served:1998 - Present
  • Capacity:2,610
  • Crew Members:1,100
  • Total on Board:3,710
  • Total Staterooms:1,301
  • Flagged Country:Bermuda
  • Ship Cost:450 Million
  • Status:active

To see how this compares, click through to see Grand Princess age and stats vs all Princess ships. There you’ll find graphs showing length, capacity, tonnage and more for this ship vs all in the fleet.

To check out the ship from top to bottom, click here for Grand Princess Deck Plans.

Cruise Ports

Day1
OCT 112025
D:7:00 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. (126 words)

Day2
OCT 122025
A:8:15 AMD:7:30 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. (126 words)

Day3
OCT 132025
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day4
OCT 142025
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day5
OCT 152025
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day6
OCT 162025
A:6:00 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. (126 words)