Grand Princess - 3/2/2028
The March 2, 2028 cruise on the Grand Princess departs from Sydney, Australia. On this 4 Night Sapphire Coast Seacation (Sydney To Melbourne) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 3 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Grand Princess sets sail on Thursday, Mar 2nd and returns on Monday, Mar 6th.
Cruise Itinerary
Itinerary
Grand Princess - March 2, 2028 - 4 Nights
| Day | Date | Port |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mar 2nd | Sydney, Australia |
| 2 | Mar 3rd | At Sea |
| 3 | Mar 4th | Eden, Australia |
| 4 | Mar 5th | At Sea |
| 5 | Mar 6th | Melbourne, Australia |
The Grand Princess sails on March 2, 2028 for a 4 Night Sapphire Coast Seacation (Sydney To Melbourne). The ship will depart the port of Sydney, Australia at 5:00 PM and will return to the port of Melbourne, Australia on Mar 6th at 5:00 AM. During the 5-day journey, the Grand Princess will visit 2 additional ports and will spend 2 days at sea.
Itinerary Safety Score
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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.
To check out the ship from top to bottom, click here for Grand Princess Deck Plans.
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!
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.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
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)