13 Night Southern Australia Explorer (Melbourne Roundtrip)
Grand Princess
Grand Princess
October 11, 2027
13 Night Southern Australia Explorer

Grand Princess - 10/11/2027

The October 11, 2027 cruise on the Grand Princess departs from Melbourne, Australia. On this 13 Night Southern Australia Explorer (Melbourne Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 7 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Grand Princess sets sail on Monday, Oct 11th and returns on Sunday, Oct 24th.

Cruise Length
13
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Melbourne
Australia
Port Stops
7
Sea Days
6

Cruise Pricing

The graph below tracks historic price of the Grand Princess cruise ship departing October 11, 2027. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,699 ($131 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,685 ($130 per night), this represents a recent increase of 1%.

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Cruise Itinerary

Itinerary

Grand Princess - October 11, 2027 - 13 Nights

DayDatePort
1Oct 11thMelbourne, Australia
2Oct 12thAt Sea
3Oct 13thKangaroo Island, Australia
4Oct 14thAdelaide, Australia
5Oct 15thAt Sea
6Oct 16thAt Sea
7Oct 17thHobart, Tasmania, Australia
8Oct 18thPort Arthur, Tasmania, Australia
9Oct 19thAt Sea
10Oct 20thSydney, Australia
11Oct 21stAt Sea
12Oct 22ndEden, Australia
13Oct 23rdAt Sea
14Oct 24thMelbourne, Australia

The Grand Princess sails on October 11, 2027 for a 13 Night Southern Australia Explorer (Melbourne Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Melbourne, Australia at 9:00 PM and will return to the port of Melbourne, Australia on Oct 24th at 7:00 AM. During the 14-day journey, the Grand Princess will visit 6 additional ports and will spend 6 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
85 / 100
safer than 85% of all cruises
85
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
Hobart, Tasmania, Australia
Hobart
Hobart is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates, allowing travelers to explore independently with minimal safety concerns.
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.
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
Eden, Australia
Eden
Eden, Australia, offers a safe environment with a low crime rate, allowing cruise travelers to explore its attractions confidently.

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 112027
D:9:00 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. (126 words)

Day2
OCT 122027
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 132027
A:8:00 AMD:6:00 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.

Day4
OCT 142027
A:7:00 AMD:5:00 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.

Day5
OCT 152027
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 162027
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!

Day7
OCT 172027
A:7:00 AMD:9:00 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. (126 words)

Day8
OCT 182027
A:7:00 AMD:5:00 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.

Day9
OCT 192027
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!

Day10
OCT 202027
A:6:00 AMD:6:00 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)

Day11
OCT 212027
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!

Day12
OCT 222027
A:8:00 AMD:5:00 PM

Eden, Australia, has docking at Eden Port. Travelers explore Twofold Bay’s whale-watching history. Excursions visit Ben Boyd National Park’s coastal trails. Local markets sell oysters. The peak season, December to March, brings warm weather. Photography captures turquoise bays. Dining onboard includes barramundi. Souvenirs, like whale prints, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Aboriginal history. Light clothing suits summer conditions. Eden’s serene coast offers a relaxed Australian stop.

Day13
OCT 232027
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!

Day14
OCT 242027
A:7:00 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)