Australia and New Zealand Cruise — Royal Princess, 18 Nights

About Australia and New Zealand Cruise — Royal Princess, 18 Nights

An 18-night, 19-day Australia and New Zealand cruise aboard the Royal Princess. Fly from Istanbul with Turkish Airlines and board the ship at Sydney Harbour. The ship calls at Sydney, Bay of Islands, Auckland, Picton, Christchurch, Dunedin and Fiordland, followed by an overland stop in Melbourne; the itinerary includes 6 days at sea. Itinerary summary: Day 1 Istanbul – Melbourne; Day 2 Melbourne; Day 3 Melbourne; Day 4 Melbourne; Day 5 Sydney; Day 6 At sea; Day 7 At sea; Day 8 At sea; Day 9 Bay of Islands; Day 10 Auckland; Day 11 At sea; Day 12 Picton; Day 13 Christchurch; Day 14 Dunedin; Day 15 Fiordland; Day 16 At sea; Day 17 At sea; Day 18 Sydney; Day 19 Sydney – Istanbul. Cabin options: Standard Interior Cabin, Standard Balcony Cabin. The cabin supplement is added according to the cabin you select when booking. Departure date: 3 December 2026. Prices start from €4.299 per person. Included in the price: 13 nights and 14 days of full-board accommodation aboard the 5-star Royal Princess, with all onboard activities; experienced Turkish-speaking guide service; economy-class flight ticket between Melbourne and Sydney with Jetstar Airlines; 2 nights' bed-and-breakfast accommodation at Pan Pacific Melbourne Hotel or similar in Melbourne; 1 night's bed-and-breakfast accommodation at Paradox Sydney Hotel or similar in Sydney; Melbourne city tour.

Departure Dates

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1 — Istanbul – Melbourne

Flight from Istanbul to Melbourne on Turkish Airlines flight TK168. Overnight on board.

Day 2 — Melbourne

Free time around Melbourne after breakfast; optional excursions for those who wish. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 3 — Melbourne

After breakfast, sightseeing around Melbourne (Shrine of Remembrance, Fitzroy Gardens, Melbourne Museum, Botanic Gardens) and free time. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 4 — Melbourne

Sightseeing around Melbourne after breakfast (Sydney Opera House) and free time. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 5 — Sydney

Transfer to Sydney port after breakfast, embarkation, and settling into cabins. Dinner and overnight on board.

Day 6 — Cruising at sea

Full day cruising at sea: free time on board with pools, spa, shows, and restaurants. Overnight stay on board.

Day 7 — Cruising at sea

Full day cruising at sea: free time on board with pools, spa, shows, and restaurants. Overnight stay on board.

Day 8 — Cruising at sea

Full day cruising at sea: free time on board with pools, spa, shows, and restaurants. Overnight stay on board.

Day 9 — Bay of Islands

Stopover at Bay of Islands port. Free time on shore; optional shore excursions are organized for those interested. The ship departs the port at 18:00; overnight stay on board.

Day 10 — Auckland

Stop at Auckland port. Sightseeing and free time around the Auckland Museum and Mission Point area during the day. The ship departs from the port at 19:00; overnight on board.

Day 11 — Cruising at sea

Full day cruising at sea: free time on board with pools, spa, shows, and restaurants. Overnight stay on board.

Day 12 — Picton

The ship docks at Picton port at 09:00. Free time ashore; optional shore excursions are organized for those who wish. The ship departs from the port at 17:00; overnight on board.

Day 13 — Christchurch

Stop at the port of Christchurch. Enjoy sightseeing and free time during the day around the Bridge of Remembrance, Christchurch Cathedral, and Canterbury Museum. The ship departs the port at 17:00; overnight on board.

Day 14 — Dunedin

Stopover at Dunedin port. Sightseeing around Larnach Castle and Olveston Museum, along with free time during the day. The ship departs the port at 19:00; overnight stay on board.

Day 15 — Fiordland

Stop at the port of Fiordland. Sightseeing and free time during the day around Fiordland National Park, the South Island, and Mount Cook National Park. Overnight stay on board.

Day 16 — Cruising at sea

Full day cruising at sea: free time on board with pools, spa, shows, and restaurants. Overnight stay on board.

Day 17 — Cruising at sea

Full day cruising at sea: free time on board with pools, spa, shows, and restaurants. Overnight stay on board.

Day 18 — Sydney

Disembarkation after breakfast at Sydney port; transfer to the airport and return flight to Istanbul. Overnight on the plane.

Day 19 — Sydney – Istanbul

Transfer to the airport after breakfast and return flight to Istanbul; end of the tour.

Places to Visit

What’s Included

What’s Not Included

Frequently Asked Questions

How many days does the Australia and New Zealand cruise with Royal Princess last?

The tour is 18 nights 19 days; including 6 days at sea.

Which ports does the ship visit?

Sydney, Bay of Islands, Auckland, Picton, Christchurch, Dunedin, Fiordland, respectively.

Which ship operates this tour?

Aboard Royal Princess.

Where is the departure, and how is the transportation?

Fly from Istanbul to Sydney port with Turkish Airlines to embark on the ship; return is also by flight.

What are the departure dates and how much does it cost?

Departure dates: December 3, 2026. Price per person starts from €4,299.

What cabin types are available?

Standard Inside Cabin (base price), Standard Balcony Cabin (+€500). Difference is per person.

What is included in the price?

13 nights and 14 days of full-board accommodation aboard the 5-star Royal Princess, with all onboard activities; experienced Turkish-speaking guide service; economy-class flight from Melbourne to Sydney with Jetstar; 2 nights' Bed & Breakfast accommodation at the Pan Pacific Melbourne Hotel or similar in Melbourne; 1 night's Bed & Breakfast accommodation at the Paradox Sydney Hotel or similar in Sydney; Melbourne city tour; Sydney city tour; all transfers specified in the program; airport and port taxes; breakfast, lunch, dinner and other refreshments on board; onboard entertainment and shows; use of sports and fitness facilities.

What is not included in the price?

All alcoholic drinks and some non-alcoholic drinks on board; personal expenses (telephone, dry cleaning, internet, etc.); all optional excursions organized by the ship or your guide; crew tips (payable on board by credit card or in cash); visa fee; international departure fee.

Is there a Turkish-speaking guide?

Yes, Turkish-speaking tour leader service is included in the price.