2 Night Australia Seacation (Sydney To Melbourne)
Grand Princess
Grand Princess
October 9, 2027
2 Night Australia Seacation

Grand Princess - 10/9/2027

The October 9, 2027 cruise on the Grand Princess departs from Sydney, Australia. On this 2 Night Australia Seacation (Sydney To Melbourne) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 2 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Grand Princess sets sail on Saturday, Oct 9th and returns on Monday, Oct 11th.

Cruise Length
2
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Sydney
Australia
Port Stops
2
Sea Days
1

Cruise Pricing

The graph below tracks historic price of the Grand Princess cruise ship departing October 9, 2027. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $249 ($125 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $254 ($127 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 2%.

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Cruise Itinerary

Itinerary

Grand Princess - October 9, 2027 - 2 Nights

DayDatePort
1Oct 9thSydney, Australia
2Oct 10thAt Sea
3Oct 11thMelbourne, Australia

The Grand Princess sails on October 9, 2027 for a 2 Night Australia Seacation (Sydney To Melbourne). The ship will depart the port of Sydney, Australia at 4:00 PM and will return to the port of Melbourne, Australia on Oct 11th at 8:00 AM. During the 3-day journey, the Grand Princess will visit 1 additional port and will spend 1 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
84 / 100
safer than 84% of all cruises
84
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.

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.

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Cruise Ports

Day1
OCT 92027
D:4:00 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. (126 words)

Day2
OCT 102027
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!

Day3
OCT 112027
A:8:00 AM

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. (126 words)