Grand Princess - 5/17/2027
The May 17, 2027 cruise on the Grand Princess departs from Fremantle (perth), Australia. On this 15 Night Northern Explorer (Fremantle To Brisbane) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 9 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Grand Princess sets sail on Monday, May 17th and returns on Tuesday, Jun 1st.
Cruise Pricing
The graph below tracks historic price of the Grand Princess cruise ship departing May 17, 2027. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $2,409 ($161 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $2,261 ($151 per night), this represents a recent increase of 7%.
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Cruise Itinerary
Itinerary
Grand Princess - May 17, 2027 - 15 Nights
| Day | Date | Port |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | May 17th | Fremantle (perth), Australia |
| 2 | May 18th | At Sea |
| 3 | May 19th | Exmouth, Australia |
| 4 | May 20th | At Sea |
| 5 | May 21st | Broome, Australia |
| 6 | May 22nd | Yampi Sound Kimberley, Western Australia |
| 7 | May 23rd | Kimberly Coastal, Australia |
| 8 | May 24th | At Sea |
| 9 | May 25th | Darwin, Australia |
| 10 | May 26th | At Sea |
| 11 | May 27th | At Sea |
| 12 | May 28th | At Sea |
| 13 | May 29th | Port Douglas, Australia |
| 14 | May 30th | Cruise Willis Island, Australia |
| 15 | May 31st | At Sea |
| 16 | Jun 1st | Brisbane, Australia |
The Grand Princess sails on May 17, 2027 for a 15 Night Northern Explorer (Fremantle To Brisbane). The ship will depart the port of Fremantle (perth), Australia at 5:00 PM and will return to the port of Brisbane, Australia on Jun 1st at 9:00 AM. During the 16-day journey, the Grand Princess will visit 8 additional ports and will spend 7 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
Fremantle (Perth), Australia, provides docking at Fremantle Port with excursions to Perth. Travelers explore Fremantle’s Maritime Museum and Perth’s Kings Park. Excursions visit Rottnest Island’s quokkas. Local markets sell meat pies. The peak season, December to March, brings warm weather for city tours. Photography captures colonial architecture and Swan River views. Dining onboard includes lamingtons, an Australian favorite. Souvenirs, like boomerangs, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Western Australia’s history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance park walks. Fremantle’s vibrant coastal charm offers a dynamic Australian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of maritime history, scenic landscapes, and urban culture, making Fremantle an engaging gateway to Perth and its surroundings.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Exmouth, Australia, offers docking at Exmouth Marina. Visitors snorkel Ningaloo Reef, a UNESCO site, spotting whale sharks. Excursions explore Cape Range National Park’s rugged gorges. Local markets sell pearl jewelry. The peak season, April to October, brings warm, dry weather. Photography captures turquoise reefs and outback vistas. Dining onboard features barramundi, a local fish. Souvenirs, like coral prints, are available in ship shops. Briefings emphasize marine conservation. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate. Snorkeling gear enhances reef exploration. Exmouth’s pristine waters and desert landscapes deliver a unique Australian experience, blending vibrant marine life with outback adventure, captivating travelers with Western Australia’s natural wonders.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Broome, Australia, docks at Port of Broome, 5 kilometers from town, with shuttles for 10-minute rides. The town, population 14,000, features Cable Beach for camel rides at sunset. Travelers visit the Broome Historical Museum for pearling history. Local markets sell mango chutney. Excursions to Horizontal Falls, 1 hour by seaplane, offer boat tours. Peak season May to October; taxis 10-20 AUD. Dining includes barramundi at beach cafes. Souvenirs feature pearl jewelry.
Yampi Sound, Kimberley, Western Australia, offers scenic cruising with zodiac landings. Travelers view rugged gorges and Horizontal Falls from the ship. Excursions include zodiac tours of tidal waters. No facilities exist; provisions are ship-based. The peak season, May to September, brings dry weather for coastal tours. Photography captures red cliffs and Indian Ocean vistas. Dining onboard includes barramundi, an Australian favorite. Souvenirs, like Aboriginal crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Kimberley history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance zodiac landings. Yampi Sound’s wild allure offers a vibrant Australian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of dramatic landscapes and marine adventures, making Yampi Sound an engaging destination.
Kimberley Coastal, Australia, has no docking; ships cruise along the rugged coast with zodiacs to remote shores. Travelers explore Montgomery Reef’s tidal pools. Excursions visit Horizontal Falls. No facilities exist; provisions are ship-based. The peak season, May to October, brings dry weather. Photography captures red cliffs and coral reefs. Dining onboard includes barramundi, an Australian fish. Souvenirs, like Aboriginal art prints, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover outback ecology. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate. Binoculars enhance scenic views. Kimberley Coastal’s wild beauty offers a dramatic Australian stop, blending reefs with rugged landscapes.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Darwin in Australia has docking at Port Darwin. Travelers explore Kakadu National Park’s wetlands. Excursions visit Litchfield’s waterfalls. Local markets sell Aboriginal art. The peak season, May to October, brings dry weather; taxis cost 10-20 AUD. Photography captures Outback landscapes. Dining onboard includes kangaroo. Souvenirs, like didgeridoos, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover indigenous culture. Light clothing suits the tropical climate. Darwin’s vibrant port offers a gateway to Australia’s Top End.
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!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Port Douglas, Australia, provides docking at Port Douglas Marina. Travelers explore the Great Barrier Reef and Daintree Rainforest. Excursions include snorkeling at Low Isles. Local markets sell lamingtons. The peak season, May to October, brings dry weather for reef tours. Photography captures coral ecosystems and rainforest canopies. Dining onboard includes barramundi, an Australian favorite. Souvenirs, like coral crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Queensland’s ecology. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while snorkeling gear enhances reef exploration. Port Douglas’ natural splendor offers a vibrant Australian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of marine adventures and rainforest exploration, making Port Douglas an engaging destination for exploring Australia’s tropical north and Great Barrier Reef beauty.
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!
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)