Grand Princess - 11/30/2026
The November 30, 2026 cruise on the Grand Princess departs from Sydney, Australia. On this 9 Night Queensland (Sydney Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 5 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Grand Princess sets sail on Monday, Nov 30th and returns on Wednesday, Dec 9th.
Cruise Pricing
The graph below tracks historic price of the Grand Princess cruise ship departing November 30, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $949 ($106 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $915 ($102 per night), this represents a recent increase of 4%.
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Cruise Itinerary
Itinerary
Grand Princess - November 30, 2026 - 9 Nights
| Day | Date | Port |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nov 30th | Sydney, Australia |
| 2 | Dec 1st | At Sea |
| 3 | Dec 2nd | Brisbane, Australia |
| 4 | Dec 3rd | At Sea |
| 5 | Dec 4th | Airlie Beach, Queensland, Australia |
| 6 | Dec 5th | Cairns, Australia |
| 7 | Dec 6th | Cruise Willis Island, Australia |
| 8 | Dec 7th | At Sea |
| 9 | Dec 8th | At Sea |
| 10 | Dec 9th | Sydney, Australia |
The Grand Princess sails on November 30, 2026 for a 9 Night Queensland (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 Dec 9th at 5:00 AM. During the 10-day journey, the Grand Princess will visit 4 additional ports and will spend 4 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.
Cruise Ship
Grand Princess
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.
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Cruise Ports
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)
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Brisbane, Australia, offers docking at Portside Wharf. Travelers explore South Bank and Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary. Excursions visit Gold Coast beaches. Local markets sell lamingtons. The peak season, December to February, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures urban rivers and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes barramundi, an Australian favorite. Souvenirs, like Aboriginal crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Yuggera history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Brisbane’s urban charm offers a vibrant Australian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of cultural landmarks and scenic rivers, making Brisbane an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Airlie Beach, in the Whitsunday Region of Queensland, anchors as a tender port for cruises to the Great Barrier Reef, with ships docking at Port of Airlie or Abell Point Marina. The town, population around 8,000, sits on a small inlet 1,100 kilometers north of Brisbane. Passengers walk 10 minutes from the tender pier to the lagoon, a 4,300-square-meter saltwater pool providing stinger-free swimming from November to May. Excursions depart for the 74 Whitsunday Islands, including full-day sails to Whitehaven Beach for its silica sands and swirling tides, or Heart Reef for aerial views via seaplane. Snorkeling tours target Hardy Reef's pontoons with underwater observatories and glass-bottom boats. Conway National Park, minutes away, offers rainforest hikes to waterfalls and lookouts along the 20-kilometer Bicentennial Pathway. Local operators provide half-day kayaking in sheltered coves. Dining along the waterfront includes fresh seafood cafes and bakeries serving meat pies. Shops stock sunscreen, hats, and Aboriginal art souvenirs. Peak season December to February brings crowds; book tours in advance. Evening markets feature live music and street food. Buses connect to Shute Harbour for additional reef access.
Cairns, Australia, docks at Cairns Cruise Liner Terminal, a 10-minute walk to the Esplanade, population 150,000. Travelers visit the Cairns Aquarium for reef species. Excursions to the Great Barrier Reef, 1 hour by boat, offer snorkeling. Kuranda, 30 minutes north, features rainforest cable cars. Local markets sell mangoes. Peak season June to October; taxis 10-15 AUD. Dining includes barramundi at waterfront cafes. Souvenirs feature opals.
Willis Island, Australia, has no docking; ships anchor offshore in the Coral Sea. Travelers observe red-footed boobies nesting on the tiny cay. Snorkeling reveals vibrant coral reefs. No facilities exist; provisions are ship-based. The peak season, June to October, brings calm seas. Photography captures turquoise waters. Dining onboard features reef fish. Souvenirs, like coral prints, are available in ship shops. Briefings emphasize marine protection. Sun protection is crucial for the tropical climate. Willis Island’s remote reefs offer a serene Great Barrier Reef stopover.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
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)