Auckland
Cruise
from $2785 per person share twin
- AUD$85 Onboard Credit per stateroom
- Includes savings of $1700 per couple
- Travel 10 Nov - 24 Nov 27
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Princess Cruise Fiordland National Park
Sapphire Princess at Sea
New Zealand & Australia
New Zealand Gems
Enjoy a 14-night cruise aboard Sapphire Princess, visiting vibrant cities and the spectacular Fiordland National Park before crossing the Tasman Sea to Hobart and Melbourne, and sailing into Sydney. Unwind onboard with Movies Under the Stars®, indulgent spa experiences, and world-class entertainment, all paired with the comfort of the Princess Luxury Bed.
Departs
- 10 Nov 27 | Sailing Auckland to Sydney
Deal Inclusions
- 14 Night Cruise onboard Sapphire Princess® sailing from Auckland to Sydney
Princess Cruises Inclusions
- Princess accommodations
- Main Meals & Snacks at A La Carte Restaurant, Horizon Court/World Fresh Marketplace Buffet, Award-winning Pizzeria, Poolside Burger-grill and Swirls Ice Cream
- Kids Clubs
- Pools, heated spas & gym
- Broadway style nightly entertainment & comedy shows
- On-Demand Stateroom TV Entertainment
- MedallionClass Experience® A personalised cruise experience powered by wearable technology for faster boarding, keyless stateroom entry, and enhanced service
- Gratuities
Upgrade to Princess Plus® or Princess Premier®
- Princess Plus® $96^ per person per day, pre-cruise price. All ships excluding Sun or Star Princess. Wi-Fi, Plus Beverage Package, Casual dining meals, Room Service Delivery, and Bottled Water.
- Princess Premier® $157^ per person per day, pre-cruise price. All ships excluding Sun or Star Princess. Multi-Device Wi-Fi, Unlimited Premier Beverage Package, Unlimited Specialty Dining, Unlimited Casual Dining Meals, Shore Excursion credit, Reserved Theatre seating, Photo package, Room Service Delivery, and Bottled Water.
Cruise Itinerary
10 Nov 27
Depart: 07:00 PM
Straddling a narrow isthmus created by 60 different volcanoes, New Zealand's former capital boasts scenic beauty, historical interest and a cosmopolitan collection of shops, restaurants, museums, galleries and gardens. Rangitoto, Auckland's largest and youngest volcano, sits in majestic splendor just offshore. Mt. Eden and One Tree Hill, once home to Maori earthworks, overlook the city. One of New Zealand's fine wine districts lies to the north of Auckland.
Auckland served as New Zealand's capital from 1841 until 1865, when the seat of government moved to Wellington.
Points of Interest
- Waitomo Caves Region
- Auckland Museums
- Auckland Harbour
- West Auckland
- Auckland City and Surrounds
- New Zeland Culinary Experience
- North Shore
- New Zealand Adventure Experience
11 Nov 27
Arrive: 07:00 AM
Depart: 05:00 PM
The Bay of Islands offers more than broad vistas of sea and sky, more than beaches, boating, and fabulous water sports. The Bay is the birthplace of modern New Zealand. Here the Treaty of Waitangi was signed, establishing British rule and granting the native inhabitants equal status. Rich in legend and mystery, the Bay of Islands has age-old ties to the Maori and to whalers, missionaries and New Zealand's early settlers.
The Bay of Islands has lured explorers for countless centuries. The Maori say that Kupe, the great Polynesian adventurer, came here in the 10th century. Captain Cook anchored offshore in 1769, followed by assorted brigands, traders, colonists and missionaries.
Note: Bay of Islands is an anchorage port. Passengers transfer to shore via ship's tender.
Points of Interest
- Waitangi Treaty Grounds
- Harbour & Islands
- Kerikeri & Surrounds
- Russell
- Cultural Experience
- Glow-worm Caves
- Paihia and Surrounds
- Haruru Falls
(water shuttle required, wheelchair access limited)
12 Nov 27
Arrive: 09:00 AM
Depart: 05:30 PM
New Zealand's natural bounty is always on display at the Bay of Plenty. It was Captain James Cook who in 1769 aptly named this bay, thanks to the prosperous Maori villages of the region. Tauranga, the chief city, is a bustling port, an agricultural and timber center and a popular seaside resort. Tauranga is also the gateway to Rotorua - a geothermal wonderland that is the heart of Maori culture. A 90-minute drive from Tauranga, Rotorua is New Zealand's primary tourist attraction.
Your ship docks near the foot of Mt. Maunganui, which rises 761 feet above the bay. Across the harbor, Tauranga offers scenic tidal beaches at Omokoroa and Pahoia. The region boasts fine beaches, big-game fishing, thermal springs and seaside resorts.
Points of Interest
- Te Pa Tu Maori Village (Maori Concert & Hangi)
- Rotorua
- Te Puia Thermal Reserve
- Rainbow Springs
- Skyline Skyrides
- Waiotapu
- Agrodome
- Polynesian Spa
13 Nov 27 - At Sea
14 Nov 27
Arrive: 07:00 AM
Depart: 04:00 PM
New Zealand's capital offers stunning views of forested peninsulas, dramatic cliff-side homes and fine Victorian buildings. Settled in 1840 by the London-based New Zealand Company, "wonderful, windy Wellington" is frequently buffeted by bracing winds funnelling through Cook Strait. The sophisticated metropolis boasts museums, winding streets and even a cable car. No wonder many travelers compare it to San Francisco.
Despite its steep hills, the city can be easily explored on foot. Kelburn Cable Car, stairways and footpaths climb the slopes from the city center.
Points of Interest
- Wellington Botanic Garden/Lady Norwood Rose Garden
- Cable Car
- Te Papa Museum
- Wairarapa
- Zealandia: Karori Wildlife Sanctuary
- Lord Of The Rings Tour
- Outdoor Adventures
- Wellington City
15 Nov 27
Arrive: 07:00 AM
Depart: 05:00 PM
Travel down the tree-lined Avon Rive, tour English-style gardens and drive past a Gothic cathedral. No, it's not England - it's Christchurch, New Zealand's most English city. The colonists who settled Christchurch transformed the treeless landscape by planting European trees and setting aside vast tracts as parkland. Today, parks dot the city, giving Christchurch an old-world ambience that belies its sophisticated style.
Settled under the auspices of the Church of England in the mid-1800s, Christchurch is a planned city that flourished with New Zealand's agriculture and sheep industry. At the heart of the city lies Christchurch Cathedral, a Gothic cathedral built of local stone. The port of Lyttelton serves as your gateway to Christchurch.
Points of Interest
- Canterbury Museum
- Arts Centre/Christchurch Art Gallery
- Christchurch Cathedral
- Botanic Gardens
- International Antarctic Centre
- Christchurch Tramway
- Akaroa & The Banks Peninsula
- Tranz Alpine Railway
16 Nov 27
Arrive: 08:00 AM
Depart: 06:00 PM
Perched on the hills above one of New Zealand's loveliest harbors, Dunedin is a Kiwi city with a Scottish heart. Hailed as the "Edinburgh of New Zealand," Dunedin is proud of its heritage. A statue of famed Scottish poet Robert Burns graces downtown, and the presence of New Zealand's only kilt maker and whisky distillery - as well as many bagpipe bands - keep Dunedin's ties to Scotland alive. The city also boasts a distinguished architectural and cultural history, a legacy of New Zealand's 1860s gold rush.
Port Chalmers, gateway to Dunedin, is located eight miles from the city center. Dunedin is a planned city: its streets and suburbs fan out from the city's octagon.
Travel tip: Dunedin is pronounced "Dunn-knee-din"
Points of Interest
- Taieri Gorge Railway
- Larnach Castle
- Olveston House
- Otago Harbour & Peninsula
- Speights Brewery
- Botanical Garden
- Otago Museum
- Dunedin Train Station
17 Nov 27
Arrive: 09:00 AM
Depart: 06:00 PM
New Zealand's largest national park was formed millennia ago by massive glacial flows that carved deep fiords into the coast of New Zealand's South Island. At the heart of Fiordland National Park lies Milford Sound. Lined by cliffs that soar nearly a mile above its surface, Milford Sound cuts into the heart of the Southern Alps. Rainforest clings to the cliffs and graceful waterfalls plummet into the void. Mile-high Mitre Peak dominates the upper reaches of the sound.
The town of Te Anau in Fiordland National Park is also your gateway to the South Island's other natural wonders including Lake Wakatipu, the resort of Queenstown and Mt. Cook National Park.
Points of Interest
- Queenstown
- Lake Wakatipu
18-19 Nov 27 - At Sea
20 Nov 27
Arrive: 07:00 AM
Depart: 07:00 PM
Tasmania's capital has much in common with Sydney. Founded but a few years later, Hobart also owes its origins to the establishment of a penal colony - and its natural setting is just as impressive. Seen from its fine deep-water harbor, Hobart spills over the lower reaches of the Derwent Valley as Mt. Wellington towers in the background. Much of the city's heritage is centered on the historic waterfront. North of the city stretches the vast parkland of the Queen's Domain. Many of Tasmania's other attractions are within easy reach of Hobart.
With more than 90 National Trust buildings, Hobart, founded in 1804, combines colonial character with a sophisticated metropolitan lifestyle.
Points of Interest
- Wildlife Parks (Bonorong Sanctuary)
- Richmond
- Mount Field National Park & Russell Falls
- Port Arthur
- Hastings Caves & Thermal Springs
- Brewery/Distillery Tour
- Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens
- Mt. Nelson Signal Station
21 Nov 27 - At Sea
22 Nov 27
Arrive: 07:00 AM
Depart: 05:00 PM
Tasmania's capital has much in common with Sydney. Founded but a few years later, Hobart also owes its origins to the establishment of a penal colony - and its natural setting is just as impressive. Seen from its fine deep-water harbor, Hobart spills over the lower reaches of the Derwent Valley as Mt. Wellington towers in the background. Much of the city's heritage is centered on the historic waterfront. North of the city stretches the vast parkland of the Queen's Domain. Many of Tasmania's other attractions are within easy reach of Hobart.
With more than 90 National Trust buildings, Hobart, founded in 1804, combines colonial character with a sophisticated metropolitan lifestyle.
Points of Interest
- Wildlife Parks (Bonorong Sanctuary)
- Richmond
- Mount Field National Park & Russell Falls
- Port Arthur
- Hastings Caves & Thermal Springs
- Brewery/Distillery Tour
- Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens
- Mt. Nelson Signal Station
23 Nov 27 - At Sea
24 Nov 27
Arrive: 06:00 AM
As your ship passes Harbour Heads, you are presented with the shimmering skyline of Sydney - hailed by many seafarers as "the most beautiful harbor in the world." Two prominent landmarks, Harbour Bridge and the sail-like curves of the Sydney Opera House, grace the backdrop of this picturesque harbor. There is a wealth of adventure waiting in Sydney - from its cosmopolitan city center to miles of beautiful beaches and the Blue Mountains.
Australia's oldest and largest city was born in 1788 with the arrival of the "First Fleet" transporting 760 British convicts. Today, Sydney is the largest port in the South Pacific and is often voted the most popular destination in the South Pacific.
Points of Interest
- Sydney Opera House
- Sydney Harbour Bridge
- The Blue Mountains
- Featherdale Wildlife Park
- Bondi Beach
- MacQuairies Chair
- The Rocks
- Echo Point
Cabin Types
Interior Stateroom
These staterooms are the perfect place to recharge your batteries. Our most affordable option, featuring two twin beds or a queen-size bed. Other amenities include a refrigerator, hair dryer, TV, closet and bathroom with shower.
Oceanview Stateroom
Enjoy the added benefit of a view of the ocean from either a picture window or porthole that brings in natural light. This stateroom includes all the amenities of an Interior stateroom.
Auckland
Cruise
from $3705 per person share twin
- AUD$85 Onboard Credit per stateroom
- Includes savings of $2300 per couple
- Travel 10 Nov - 24 Nov 27
Balcony Stateroom
This impressive stateroom offers the added indulgence of a balcony and gives you more space than a standard stateroom. Enjoy your own private outdoor space with a table, two chairs, and a relaxing view of the inspiring scenery surrounding you, whether a beautiful sunset over the ocean or a new city to explore.
Auckland
Cruise
from $4039 per person share twin
- AUD$85 Onboard Credit per stateroom
- Includes savings of $2800 per couple
- Travel 10 Nov - 24 Nov 27
Please note: Stateroom images and features are samples only. Actual furniture, fixtures, colors, configurations and window/porthole views may vary.
Terms and Conditions
Save amounts reflect a discount from the Princess Cruises Saver fare at time of publication.
^Princess Plus and Princess Premier prices are converted from Australian Dollars and are subject to currency fluctuations at the time of booking.
All cruise packages are based on Twin share, inside cabin and costs are per person. Availability is current as at 30 Jun 26 and deals are available until date shown or until sold out. Space is strictly limited and is subject to availability at time of booking. On board credit where shown is per cabin & must be spent on board and is not refundable in cash. All passengers are bound by the individual cruise lines terms & conditions, please ask your consultant for a full copy. Current Deals must be paid in full at time of booking or deposit dates as shown. All passengers must have a valid passport with more than 6 months validity at the end of their holiday. Travel insurance should be taken out at time of booking to cover in the event of any unforeseen cancellation. Included airfares are based on special non refundable economy fares, ground transfers are not included unless specified, any hotels included are on a room only basis unless specified. Hotels in certain destinations in Europe, USA and Asia may require local tourist taxes or resort fees payable at check in, We aim to give an indication of these where possible, but unfortunately you cannot pre pay this aspect of the hotel rate and must settle at check in. ESTA Visas are required for Itineraries visiting USA ,Canada, India, China, Vietnam, Schengen states & Sri Lanka. Visa costs are not included. Passports must be valid at least 6 months after the end of your holiday, If travelling on a non NZ passport other visas + NZ re-entry permits may also be required, please check with applicable embassy. Passport validity, Visas, Vaccinations and health requirements are the responsibility of the passengers. Individual cruise line T&C will apply based on the cruise line booked.
