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Grand Princess

17-Night Northern Explorer Cruise from Sydney

Grand Class · Grand Princess

Sydney, Australia, Brisbane, Australia, and Willis Island, Australia

Sails Fri, Apr 30, 202717 nightsCruiseOnly

One-waySydney, AustraliaPerth (Fremantle), Australia · 7 ports

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$2,350

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$3,168

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$2,984

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Day by day

Your 17-night itinerary

8 ports and 10 sea days on this sailing.

Day 11
Sydney, AustraliaEmbark
Departs 6:45 PM
Sailings from Sydney
Day 22
At seaSea day
Day At Sea
Day 33
Brisbane, Australia
Arrives 7:00 AM · Departs 4:00 PM
Cruises visiting Brisbane
Day 44
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Day At Sea
Day 55
Willis Island, Australia
Arrives 2:00 PM · Departs 3:00 PM
Cruises visiting Willis Island
Day 66
Cairns, Australia
Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 6:00 PM
Cruises visiting Cairns
Day 77
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Day At Sea
Day 88
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Day At Sea
Day 99
At seaSea day
Day At Sea
Day 1010
Darwin, Australia
Arrives 7:00 AM · Departs 10:00 PM
Cruises visiting Darwin
Day 1111
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Day At Sea
Day 1212
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Kimberley Coast (Scenic Cruising), Australia
Day 1313
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Yampi Sound (Scenic Cruising)
Day 1414
Broome, Australia
Arrives 7:00 AM
Cruises visiting Broome
Day 1515
Broome, Australia
Departs 2:00 PM
Cruises visiting Broome
Day 1616
At seaSea day
Day At Sea
Day 1717
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Day At Sea
Day 1818
Perth (Fremantle), AustraliaDisembark
Arrives 7:00 AM
Sailings from Perth (Fremantle)

Cabins & suites

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Suite
$8,512$501 / night
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Inside
$2,842$167 / night
Balcony
$8,042$473 / night
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Ocean View
$5,471$322 / night

Ship experience

Onboard dining, entertainment, and venues

About this ship

With brand new top deck dining venues, Slice Pizzeria, The Mix, Salty Dog Grill and Coffee & Cones you’ll have even more tantalizing options to choose from during your stay on board Grand Princess. Relax at The Sanctuary, a tranquil haven reserved for adults, enjoy Movies Under the Stars® poolside or see an award-winning Broadway-style production show in the upgraded Princess Theater, showcasing an even more immersive audio experience.

Ports of call

Where you stop and how long you stay

Sydney, Australia
Day 1
Sailings from Sydney
Sydney, Australia
Brisbane, Australia
Day 3
Cruises visiting Brisbane
Brisbane, Australia
Willis Island, Australia
Day 5
Cruises visiting Willis Island
Willis Island, Australia
Cairns, Australia
Day 6
Cruises visiting Cairns
Cairns, Australia
Darwin, Australia
Day 10
Cruises visiting Darwin
Darwin, Australia
Broome, Australia
Days 14, 15
Cruises visiting Broome
Broome, Australia
Perth (Fremantle), Australia
Day 18
Sailings from Perth (Fremantle)
Perth (Fremantle), Australia

What's included & extra

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Included

Main dining rooms — Traditional complimentary dining
Pools & fitness — Ship amenities vary by vessel

Extra cost

Dining — Indulge your appetite whenever you wish on board Princess. Every hour, the chefs are busy baking, grilling and sautéing
International Cafe — Open 24-hours a day, the International Cafe located in the Piazza is the place for an ever-changing
Alfredo's Pizzeria — Named for the Master Chef Alfredo Marzi, this charming restaurant offers gourmet pizzas with an open
Coffee and Cones — Complimentary ice cream cones await you at the transformed top-deck creamery venue. Pick up a chocol
Crown Grill — With a rich wood decor and a theater-style kitchen, it's no wonder Crown Grill was named among the "
Vines — Voted one of the "Best Wine Bars at Sea," by USA TODAY and located in a charming corner of the Atriu
Sabatini's Italian Trattoria — From across the fleet, treasured family recipes curated from the Italian chefs inspire the menu at t
Afternoon Tea — Afternoon tea is a treasured tradition whether it’s a special occasion, an intimate moment for two,

Policies & FAQ

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Ship specifications

Bars / Lounges: 9
Beam: 188 ft (57.3 m)
Crew Nationality: International
Dining / Restaurants: 13
Elevator / Lift: 14
Fitness Center: Yes
Gross Tonnage: 107,517
Kids Friendly: Yes
Last Refurbished: May, 2025
Maiden Voyage: May, 1998
Maximum Speed: 24 knots
Number of Crew: 1,150
Number of Decks: 17
Number of Staterooms: 1,301
Number of Suites: 215
Officer's Nationality: British / Italian
Passenger Capacity: 2,600
Registry: Bermuda
Ship Class: Grand Class
Ship Length: 949 ft (289.3 m)
Spa: Yes
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes

Prices shown are per person, based on double occupancy, and include taxes and port fees where available. Gratuities and optional extras are not included. All fares are subject to availability and may change. Final pricing will be confirmed at time of booking.