Royal Princess itinerary map for January 16, 2027
Royal Princess
Royal Princess
January 16, 2027
14 Night New Zealand

Royal Princess January 16, 2027

The Royal Princess January 16, 2027 cruise departs from Sydney, Australia. On this 14 Night New Zealand (Sydney Roundtrip) sailing, the Royal Princess will visit a total of 8 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The ship sets sail on Saturday, Jan 16th and returns on Saturday, Jan 30th, 2027.

Cruise Length
14
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Sydney
Australia
Port Stops
8
Sea Days
6
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Royal Princess · January 16, 2027

The graph below tracks historic price of the Royal Princess cruise ship departing January 16, 2027. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $2,409 ($173 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,663 ($119 per night), this represents a recent increase of 45%.

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Average price: $1,663
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Royal Princess · January 16, 2027

The Royal Princess sails on January 16, 2027 for a 14 Night New Zealand (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 Jan 30th at 5:00 AM. During the 15-day journey, the Royal Princess will visit 7 additional ports and will spend 6 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

14 Night New Zealand (Sydney Roundtrip)

  • JAN16
    Sydney, Australia
    Sydney, Australia
    A: — - D: 3:00 PM
  • JAN17
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JAN18
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JAN19
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JAN20
    Bay Of Islands, New Zealand
    Bay Of Islands, New Zealand
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • JAN21
    Auckland, New Zealand
    Auckland, New Zealand
    A: 5:30 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • JAN22
    Tauranga, New Zealand
    Tauranga, New Zealand
    A: 7:45 AM - D: 6:45 PM
  • JAN23
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JAN24
    Picton, New Zealand
    Picton, New Zealand
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • JAN25
    Lyttleton (christchurch), New Zealand
    Lyttleton (christchurch), New Zealand
    A: 6:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • JAN26
    Port Chalmers (Dunedin), New Zealand
    Port Chalmers (Dunedin), New Zealand
    A: 8:15 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • JAN27
    Cruise Fjordland National Park
    Cruise Fjordland National Park
    A: 9:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • JAN28
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JAN29
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JAN30
    Sydney, Australia
    Sydney, Australia
    A: 5:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

January 16, 2027 · 14 Night New Zealand (Sydney Roundtrip)

Sydney, Australia
Day 1•Saturday, Jan 16

Sydney, Australia

Arrival: —•Departure: 3:00 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)

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At Sea
Day 2•Sunday, Jan 17

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

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At Sea
Day 3•Monday, Jan 18

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

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At Sea
Day 4•Tuesday, Jan 19

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

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Bay Of Islands, New Zealand
Day 5•Wednesday, Jan 20

Bay Of Islands, New Zealand

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Bay of Islands, New Zealand, offers docking at Waitangi Port. Travelers explore Waitangi Treaty Grounds and Paihia. Excursions include dolphin-watching tours. Local markets sell hāngī. The peak season, December to February, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures historic sites and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes kumara, a Kiwi favorite. Souvenirs, like paua crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Maori history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while water shoes enhance beach exploration. Bay of Islands’ coastal charm offers a vibrant New Zealand stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of cultural heritage and marine adventures, making Bay of Islands an engaging destination. (126 words)

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Auckland, New Zealand
Day 6•Thursday, Jan 21

Auckland, New Zealand

Arrival: 5:30 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Auckland, New Zealand, offers docking at Auckland Port. Travelers explore Sky Tower and Waiheke Island. Excursions include Waitomo Glowworm Caves. Local markets sell pavlova. The peak season, December to February, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures urban harbors and Hauraki Gulf vistas. Dining onboard includes lamb, a Kiwi favorite. Souvenirs, like Maori crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Maori history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Auckland’s urban charm offers a vibrant New Zealand stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of modern landmarks and scenic islands, making Auckland an engaging destination. (126 words)

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Tauranga, New Zealand
Day 7•Friday, Jan 22

Tauranga, New Zealand

Arrival: 7:45 AM•Departure: 6:45 PM

Tauranga, New Zealand, offers docking at Tauranga Port. Travelers explore Mount Maunganui and Rotorua’s geothermal sites. Excursions include Maori cultural tours. Local markets sell pavlova. The peak season, December to February, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures geysers and Bay of Plenty vistas. Dining onboard includes lamb, a Kiwi favorite. Souvenirs, like jade crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Maori history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while sturdy shoes enhance geothermal hikes. Tauranga’s cultural charm offers a vibrant New Zealand stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural wonders and indigenous heritage, making Tauranga an engaging destination. (126 words)

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At Sea
Day 8•Saturday, Jan 23

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Picton, New Zealand
Day 9•Sunday, Jan 24

Picton, New Zealand

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 PM

Picton, New Zealand, offers docking at Picton Port. Travelers explore Marlborough Sounds and Queen Charlotte Track. Excursions include wine-tasting in Blenheim. Local markets sell whitebait fritters. The peak season, December to February, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures fjord-like sounds and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes lamb, a Kiwi favorite. Souvenirs, like paua crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Maori history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while sturdy shoes enhance track hikes. Picton’s coastal charm offers a vibrant New Zealand stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of scenic waterways and wine regions, making Picton an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

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Lyttleton (christchurch), New Zealand
Day 10•Monday, Jan 25

Lyttleton (christchurch), New Zealand

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 PM

Lyttelton, New Zealand, offers docking at Lyttelton Port, a gateway to Christchurch. Travelers explore the vibrant Christchurch Botanic Gardens and transitional Cardboard Cathedral. Excursions venture to Akaroa’s French-inspired village for dolphin-watching tours. Local markets sell pavlova, a Kiwi dessert. The peak season, December to March, brings warm weather ideal for sightseeing. Photography captures harbor views and the Southern Alps’ dramatic backdrop. Dining onboard features lamb roast, a New Zealand favorite. Souvenirs, like jade pendants, are available in ship shops. Briefings highlight Maori culture and colonial history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city and coastal walks. Lyttelton’s proximity to Christchurch provides a vibrant blend of urban culture and natural beauty, making it a captivating stop for cruise travelers seeking New Zealand’s unique heritage and scenic splendor.

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Port Chalmers (Dunedin), New Zealand
Day 11•Tuesday, Jan 26

Port Chalmers (Dunedin), New Zealand

Arrival: 8:15 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Port Chalmers (Dunedin), New Zealand, offers docking at Port Chalmers. Travelers explore Larnach Castle and Otago Peninsula. Excursions include wildlife tours for albatross. Local markets sell hokey pokey. The peak season, December to February, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Gothic castles and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes whitebait fritters, a Kiwi favorite. Souvenirs, like paua crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Maori history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while sturdy shoes enhance peninsula hikes. Port Chalmers’ cultural charm offers a vibrant New Zealand stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic castles and scenic wildlife, making Port Chalmers an engaging destination. (126 words)

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Cruise Fjordland National Park
Day 12•Wednesday, Jan 27

Cruise Fjordland National Park

Arrival: 9:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Fiordland National Park, New Zealand, offers no docking; ships cruise Milford Sound within the park. Travelers observe Mitre Peak and Stirling Falls from deck. Zodiacs spot bottlenose dolphins. No facilities; provisions from ship. Peak season December to March; rain frequent. Photography captures sheer cliffs and rainbows. Dining onboard includes green-lipped mussels. Souvenirs, like sound postcards, in ship shops. Briefings stress ecosystem protection. Kayaking explores Hall Arm. Rain gear essential for wet climate. UNESCO-listed Fiordland’s dramatic fjords and wildlife provide immersive nature experiences in this temperate rainforest paradise.

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At Sea
Day 13•Thursday, Jan 28

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

At Sea
Day 14•Friday, Jan 29

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Sydney, Australia
Day 15•Saturday, Jan 30

Sydney, Australia

Arrival: 5:00 AM•Departure: —

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)

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Shore Excursions

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Itinerary Safety Score

Based on 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
86 / 100
safer than 86% of all cruises
86
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
Bay Of Islands, New Zealand
Bay Of Islands
The Bay of Islands offers a safe environment for travelers with low crime rates, minimal commercial traffic, and sheltered anchorages.
8
/ 10
Auckland, New Zealand
Auckland
Auckland offers a generally safe environment for cruise travelers, but visitors should remain vigilant against petty crime in tourist areas.
9
/ 10
Tauranga, New Zealand
Tauranga
Tauranga, New Zealand, offers a low-crime environment and well-developed facilities, ensuring a safe experience for cruise travelers.
9
/ 10
Picton, New Zealand
Picton
Picton is a safe cruise port with low crime rates, but travelers should prioritize road safety and remain vigilant about environmental hazards.
8
/ 10
Lyttleton (christchurch), New Zealand
Lyttleton
Lyttleton is a safe cruise port with low crime rates, but travelers should stay aware of their surroundings and potential natural hazards.
9
/ 10
Port Chalmers (Dunedin), New Zealand
Port Chalmers
Port Chalmers offers a safe environment for cruise travelers with low crime rates and well-maintained facilities for exploration.
10
/ 10
Cruise Fjordland National Park
Fjordland Park
Travelers can safely enjoy the stunning beauty of Fjordland National Park from their cruise ship, prioritizing passenger safety.

Cruise Ship

Royal Princess

⚓ Tonnage

142,229

vs avg 128,868

🛠️ Year Built

2,013

vs avg 2,011

📏 Length (ft)

1,083

vs avg 1,020

👥 Passenger Count

3,560

vs avg 3,197

The Royal Princess has a construction date of 2013 and a total size of 142,229 gross tons. The ship measures 1,083 feet in length. Royal Princess is included in Princess’s Royal class. At full capacity, the Royal Princess holds 3,560 passengers. That includes 2,214 cruise vacationers and 1,346 staff members. The Royal Princess total number of staterooms is 1,780.

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Itinerary FAQ

How many nights is the Royal Princess sailing on January 16, 2027?

This is a 14-night cruise itinerary departing from Sydney, Australia.

What ports does the Royal Princess visit on the January 16, 2027 cruise?

This route includes sydney-australia, bay-of-islands-new-zealand, auckland-new-zealand, tauranga-new-zealand, picton-new-zealand, lyttleton-christchurch-new-zealand, dunedin-new-zealand, cruise-fjordland-national-park.

How many sea days are included on this Royal Princess January 16, 2027 itinerary?

This itinerary includes 6 sea days.

Who is the cruise director for the Royal Princess sailing on January 16, 2027?

Cruise director assignment data is not currently available for this sail date.

How is the itinerary safety score calculated for this cruise?

The itinerary safety score combines port-level safety indicators such as travel advisories, local risk signals, and historical context into a single overall score for this specific route.

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