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Your itinerary

Sydney, Australia
Bay Of Islands, New Zealand
Auckland, New Zealand
Picton, New Zealand
Lyttelton
Dunedin
Cruising Fiordland National Park
Sydney, Australia

Day 1

5th Dec '26

Sydney, Australia

Sydney, capital of New South Wales and one of Australia’s largest cities, is best known for its harbourfront Sydney Opera House, with a distinctive sail-like design. Massive Darling Harbour and the smaller Circular Quay port are hubs of waterside life, with the arched Harbour Bridge and esteemed Royal Botanic Garden nearby. More

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Day 2

6th Dec '26

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7th Dec '26

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8th Dec '26

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Day 5

9th Dec '26

Bay Of Islands, New Zealand

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. More

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Day 6

10th Dec '26

Auckland, New Zealand

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. More

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Day 7

11th Dec '26

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11th Dec '26

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Day 8

12th Dec '26

Picton, New Zealand

Located at the head of Queen Charlotte Sound, Picton is your gateway to the South Island’s famed Marlborough District. Once known primarily for its lush farm lands and many sheep stations, Marlborough came to international attention thanks to a new agricultural product – wine. The release of the 1985 Cloudy Bay Sauvignon Blanc put New Zealand on the map and changed the world’s focus on winemaking in the Southern Hemisphere. Today, the Marlborough region boasts dramatic sea and landscapes, fascinating wine country, excellent restaurants and a number of the nation’s finest gardens. Military names abound in this corner of New Zealand – the region is named for the first Duke of Marlborough, while the largest town, Blenheim, is named after his most famous battle. Picton is named for Sir Thomas Picton, a favorite of another general, the first duke of Wellington. More

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Day 9

13th Dec '26

Lyttelton

Christchurch has a rich history of adventurers who used Christchurch as a gateway for Antarctic explorations. Famed explorers Robert Falcon Scott and Ernest Shackleton used the port of Lyttelton as a departure point for their expeditions. More

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Day 10

14th Dec '26

Dunedin

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. More

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Day 11

15th Dec '26

Cruising Fiordland National Park

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. More

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Day 12

16th Dec '26

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17th Dec '26

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18th Dec '26

Sydney, Australia

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Your ship - The Royal Princess

Royal Princess

Description Food and Drink Entertainment Relaxation Other

From the moment you step aboard, we want you to feel welcomed and right at home. And with attentive service from a friendly staff that knows what hospitality means, you’ll find your Princess sh...truly is your home away from home. Photos, floor plan diagrams, amenities, and furnishings represent typical arrangements and may vary by ship and stateroom. More Less

alfredo’s pizzeria
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bellini’s
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caymus winemaker’s dinner
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chef’s table lumiere
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crab shack
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crooners
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crown grill℠
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gelato
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good spirits® at sea
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horizon court
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international café
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main dining room
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ocean terrace seafood bar
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oceannow® delivery
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prego pizzeria
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reserve collection dining
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sabatini’s℠ italian trattoria
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swirls ice cream bar
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trident grill
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ultimate balcony dining
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fine arts gallery
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movies under the stars®
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music & dancing
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pools & hot tubs
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princess live
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princess theater
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the piazza
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the shops of princess
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top deck parties
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vegas style casino
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lotus spa®
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lotus spa® fitness center
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the enclave® at lotus spa®
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the princess luxury bed
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the sanctuary
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family
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just for kids 3-7
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just for kids 8-12
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just for teens 13-17
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truly luxurious accommodations at sea
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Staterooms

balcony

Approximately 233 sq. ft. including balcony, this larger than standard balcony stateroom provides a ... partial or obstructed view from a private balcony. Choose this enhanced version of a Balcony stateroom with more space and a comfortable sofa bed. Enjoy a larger balcony with more room to view the beautiful scenery as you sail from destination to destination and take in the ocean breeze for a wonderful and romantic evening or morning. This stateroom also includes some of the amenities offered in a Mini-Suite stateroom. Balcony with 2 chairs and table. Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors. Sofa bed. Comfortable queen or two twin beds. Refrigerator. Flat-panel television. Private bathroom with shower. 100% cotton, high-thread count linens. Complimentary 24-hour room service. Spacious closet. Desk with chair. Hair dryer & bathroom amenities. Digital security safe.

inside

These staterooms are the perfect place to recharge your batteries. Our most affordable option, feat ... uring two twin beds or a queen-size bed. Other amenities include a refrigerator, hair dryer, TV, closet and bathroom with shower. Approx. 158 to 162 sq ft. Comfortable queen or two twin beds Refrigerator. Flat-panel television Private bathroom with shower 100% cotton, high-thread count linens Complimentary 24-hour room service Spacious closet Desk with chair Hair dryer & bathroom amenities Digital security safe

suite

Approximately 554 sq. ft. including balcony, the Premium Suite features a large stateroom with seat ... ing area and sofa bed. Enjoy suite-only upgrades and benefits. Surrounding you with deluxe accommodations, a spacious Suite with balcony includes all the amenities of a Club Class Mini-Suite, plus incredible premiums. Enjoy more living space, a sofa bed and separate seating areas, and wonderfully enhanced amenities that range from priority embarkation and disembarkation to a complimentary mini-bar setup in suite and so much more. Luxury balcony furniture including 2 loungers, 4 chairs, table and ottoman. 2 floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors. Separate sitting area with sofa bed, chair and 2 tables. One complimentary mini-bar setup and free daily bottled water. Spacious closet. Complimentary laundry and professional cleaning services. Complimentary Specialty Dining Dinner on embarkation evening. Priority specialty dining and shore excursion reservation. Priority disembarkation at tender ports. Comfortable queen or two twin beds. Refrigerator. Two flat-panel televisions. Private bathroom with tub and separate shower. 100% cotton, high-thread count linens. Complimentary 24-hour room service. Desk with chair. Hair dryer & fine bathroom amenities. Digital security safe.

Your itinerary

Day 1

Sydney, Australia

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Day 2

At Sea

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Day 3

At Sea

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Day 4

At Sea

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Day 5

Bay Of Islands, New Zealand

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Day 6

Auckland, New Zealand

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Day 7

At Sea

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Day 7

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Day 8

Picton, New Zealand

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Day 9

Lyttelton

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Day 10

Dunedin

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Day 11

Cruising Fiordland National Park

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Day 12

At Sea

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Day 13

At Sea

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Day 14

Sydney, Australia

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Your ship - The Royal Princess

alfredo’s pizzeria

bellini’s

caymus winemaker’s dinner

chef’s table lumiere

crab shack

crooners

crown grill℠

gelato

good spirits® at sea

horizon court

international café

main dining room

ocean terrace seafood bar

oceannow® delivery

prego pizzeria

reserve collection dining

sabatini’s℠ italian trattoria