Royal Princess - 3/6/2027
The March 6, 2027 cruise on the Royal Princess departs from Auckland, New Zealand. On this 13 Night New Zealand (Auckland To Sydney) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 10 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Royal Princess sets sail on Saturday, Mar 6th and returns on Friday, Mar 19th.
Cruise Pricing
The graph below tracks historic price of the Royal Princess cruise ship departing March 6, 2027. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,629 ($126 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,460 ($113 per night), this represents a recent increase of 12%.
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Cruise Itinerary
Itinerary
Royal Princess - March 6, 2027 - 13 Nights
| Day | Date | Port |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mar 5th | Auckland, New Zealand |
| 2 | Mar 7th | Bay Of Islands, New Zealand |
| 3 | Mar 8th | Tauranga, New Zealand |
| 4 | Mar 8th | At Sea |
| 5 | Mar 10th | Picton, New Zealand |
| 6 | Mar 11th | Lyttleton (christchurch), New Zealand |
| 7 | Mar 12th | Port Chalmers (Dunedin), New Zealand |
| 8 | Mar 13th | Cruise Fjordland National Park |
| 9 | Mar 13th | At Sea |
| 10 | Mar 15th | At Sea |
| 11 | Mar 16th | Hobart, Tasmania, Australia |
| 12 | Mar 17th | Port Arthur, Tasmania, Australia |
| 13 | Mar 18th | At Sea |
| 14 | Mar 19th | Sydney, Australia |
The Royal Princess sails on March 6, 2027 for a 13 Night New Zealand (Auckland To Sydney). The ship will depart the port of Auckland, New Zealand at 6:00 PM and will return to the port of Sydney, Australia on Mar 19th at 6:00 AM. During the 14-day journey, the Royal Princess will visit 9 additional ports and will spend 4 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.
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 4,946 passengers. That includes 3,600 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:3,600
- Crew Members:1,346
- Total on Board:4,946
- 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
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)
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)
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)
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
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)
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.
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)
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.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
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)
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.
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)