Royal Princess - 12/18/2026
The December 18, 2026 cruise on the Royal Princess departs from Sydney, Australia. On this 4 Night Sapphire Coast Seacation (Sydney Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 2 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Royal Princess sets sail on Friday, Dec 18th and returns on Tuesday, Dec 22nd.
Cruise Pricing
The graph below tracks historic price of the Royal Princess cruise ship departing December 18, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $429 ($108 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $424 ($107 per night), this represents a recent increase of 1%.
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Cruise Itinerary
Itinerary
Royal Princess - December 18, 2026 - 4 Nights
| Day | Date | Port |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dec 18th | Sydney, Australia |
| 2 | Dec 19th | At Sea |
| 3 | Dec 20th | Eden, Australia |
| 4 | Dec 21st | At Sea |
| 5 | Dec 22nd | Sydney, Australia |
The Royal Princess sails on December 18, 2026 for a 4 Night Sapphire Coast Seacation (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 22nd at 5:00 AM. During the 5-day journey, the Royal Princess will visit 1 additional port and will spend 2 days at sea.
Itinerary Safety Score
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Cruise Ship
Royal Princess
ROYAL PRINCESS SIZE
The Royal Princess has a construction date of 2013 and a total size of 142,229 gross tons. The ship measures 1,083 feet (330 meters) in length. Royal Princess is included in Princess’s Royal Class. At full capacity, the Royal Princess holds 4,906 passengers. That includes 3,560 cruise vacationers and 1,346 staff members. The Royal Princess total number of staterooms is 1,780.
Royal Princess Size & Stats
- Gross Tonnage:142,229 GT
- Length:1,083 ft (330 m)
- Beam:126 ft (38 m)
- Draft:28 ft (9 m)
- Max Speed:25 mph (22 kn)
- Year Built:2013
- Years Served:2013 - Present
- Capacity:3,560
- Crew Members:1,346
- Total on Board:4,906
- Total Staterooms:1,780
- Flagged Country:Bermuda
- Ship Cost:735 Million
- Status:active
To see how this compares, click through to see Royal 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!
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!
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)