The Best Of The Mediterranean
- 11 Oct ‘25
- 21 nights
- Barcelona
- Sun Princess
*Based on Interior Stateroom.
Balcony Stateroom an extra $3,173
What's Included
Book Your Princess Plus or Premier Cruise Package and receive:
⚓ Up to $600 onboard spending money^ per stateroom ⚓ Savings of up to 40% on the launch fare#All Princess Plus or Princess Premium inclusions:
⚓ Princess Plus~ fares include your cruise fare and the Plus Beverage Package, Wi-Fi for 1 device, twice-daily premium dessert credits, two fitness class credits, unlimited juice bar, two Casual dining credits, OceanNow delivery and Room Service delivery ⚓ Princess Premier^^ fares include your cruise fare and the Premier Beverage Package, Wif-Fi for 4 devices, two specialty dining credits, photo package, unlimited premium dessert credits, unlimited fitness class credits, unlimited juice bar, reserved theatre seating, unlimited Casual dining credits, OceanNow delivery, Room Service delivery and more. Available until 13 June 2024, this offer is applicable to cruises in Australia, as well as to New Zealand, South Pacific, Japan, Asia, Europe, Alaska and the Americas. We’ve highlighted a few of the most popular Princess Cruises itineraries below, but there are many more to choose from. Just ask your Cruise Travel Advisor for more information on the available sailings. See full Terms and Conditions below.YOUR ITINERARY
The 1992 Summer Olympics revealed to the world what Europeans an ...
The 1992 Summer Olympics revealed to the world what Europeans and seasoned travelers already knew – Barcelona is one of the world’s greatest treasures. Vibrant and earthy, commercial and cultural, this city of two million residents is the capital of Spain’s autonomous region of Catalonia. Stroll along the wide, tree-lined promenades of Las Ramblas and marvel at the spires of Gaudi’s Basilica La Sagrada Familia. Or visit the former Olympic Ring on the hill of Montjuic – also home to world-class parks, fountains and museums. Barcelona, which nurtured such artistic giants as Picasso, Dali, Miro and Casals, is definitely a traveler’s paradise.
The largest port on the Mediterranean, Marseille i ...
The largest port on the Mediterranean, Marseille is France’s second largest city and a virtual melting pot of peoples and cultures. It is also a place of striking contrasts, from the fishing boats and pleasure craft of the picturesque Vieux Port to the modern Canebiere. Dominating the harbor is the infamous Chateau d’If, the rocky prison from which Alexandre Dumas’ Count of Monte Cristo escaped. Marseille is also your gateway to Provence. Explore the countryside around Arles and Avignon, immortalized in the canvases of Van Gogh, Cezanne, Matisse and Picasso.
Genoa is the capital of the Province of Genoa and of the ...
Genoa is the capital of the Province of Genoa and of the region of Liguria. Many regard Genoa as having the largest historic city center in Europe as a result of having been, for centuries, a powerful commercial center seaport and city-state. It was the birthplace of Christopher Columbus and its maritime roots have fostered a dialect that has, absorbed elements of Neapolitan, Calabrese and Portuguese over the centuries.
Genoa’s harbor is a bustling swarm of activity, which makes it a great launching point for the sprawling metropolis of Milan.
Kotor lies at the head of Boka Bay. Bordered by to ...
Kotor lies at the head of Boka Bay. Bordered by towering limestone cliffs, the winding bay is actually Southern Europe’s longest and most dramatic fjord. The port itself is a medieval gem: its narrow, asymmetrical streets are lined with ancient stone houses, old palaces, and churches dating from the 12th century. Kotor is also your gateway to the cultural and scenic wonders of Montenegro, from the old royal capital at Cetinje to the marshes and wildlife of Lake Skadar National Park.
Kotor is renowned for its nightlife: the streets of the old port are lined with pubs, taverns and cafés. The city is also host to a renowned summer carnival.
Kotor is an anchorage port. Passengers transfer to shore via ship’s tender.
The lush and verdant island of Corfu lies in the Ionian Se ...
The lush and verdant island of Corfu lies in the Ionian Sea, midway between Greece and Italy. The island has a long and colorful history. First colonized by the city-state of Corinth, Corfu has been ruled by the Romans, the Venetians, the French and the English. Corfu Town boasts fortresses bearing the insignia of the Venetian Republic, an esplanade lavishly planted by the French during the Napoleonic Wars, and an English cricket pitch. The island also offers some of the finest coastal scenery in the entire Mediterranean.
Italy’s third-largest city, Naples is a bustlin ...
Italy’s third-largest city, Naples is a bustling metropolis famed for it stately buildings, crowded streets, pizza – and notoriously bad traffic. However, this beautiful city is rich in centuries-old culture and customs. Naples is also your gateway to the Isle of Capri, the fabled Amalfi Coast and the ruins of Pompeii, buried in ash by the cataclysmic eruption of Mt. Vesuvius in 79 A.D.
Naples boasts an ideal location, with both the ruins of Roman cities and the stunning Amalfi Coast in easy reach.
Your gateway to the Eternal City, Civitavecchia has served ...
Your gateway to the Eternal City, Civitavecchia has served as Rome’s seaport since the 13th century. The port has a long and venerable history. The emperor Trajan built a pleasure villa near the modern city, while Bernini and Michelangelo designed the harbor fortifications.
Yet the Eternal City eternally beckons. The ancient capital of the Western World and the center of Christianity for nearly 2,000 years, Rome provides an inexhaustible feast. Visit the ruins of the Forum, view the splendors of the Sistine Chapel, or climb the Spanish Steps, once the heart of Rome’s Bohemian Quarter.
Rome has been a magnet luring the world’s greatest artists, architects, and philosophers since the days of the Caesars.
Italy’s third-largest city, Naples is a bustling metr ...
Italy’s third-largest city, Naples is a bustling metropolis famed for it stately buildings, crowded streets, pizza – and notoriously bad traffic. However, this beautiful city is rich in centuries-old culture and customs. Naples is also your gateway to the Isle of Capri, the fabled Amalfi Coast and the ruins of Pompeii, buried in ash by the cataclysmic eruption of Mt. Vesuvius in 79 A.D.
Naples boasts an ideal location, with both the ruins of Roman cities and the stunning Amalfi Coast in easy reach.
Did the catastrophic volcanic eruption that ravaged Sa ...
Did the catastrophic volcanic eruption that ravaged Santorini circa 1600 B.C. destroy Crete’s ancient Minoan civilization – and give birth to the myth of Atlantis? In 1967, archaeologists on Santorini unearthed the remains of a Bronze Age city that may have been home to as many as 30,000 people. Whether the Lost Continent of Atlantis is rooted in myth or reality, an undisputed fact remains. The eruption created a caldera – and one of the most dramatic land and seascapes in the entire Mediterranean. On Santorini, whitewashed buildings cling to vertiginous cliffs that plunge to a turquoise sea. Part of the Cyclades Archipelago, the three-island group of Santorini, Thirasia and uninhabited Aspronisi present the traveler with unforgettable vistas.
The island has had a number of names throughout history – from Strongyle or “Round” to Thera in honor of an ancient hero. Santorini is more recent and stems from the island church dedicated to St. Irene – Santa Rini to foreign sailors.
From the port of Kusadasi on Turkey’s Anatolian Coast, ...
From the port of Kusadasi on Turkey’s Anatolian Coast, one travels into the past. Nearby stand the ruins of ancient Ephesus, a major site of archeological excavation. The city was once a Roman provincial capital and trading center. Ephesus is also home to several of Christendom’s holiest sites. St. Paul preached at the Great Theater and the ruins of Ephesus’ Basilica cover the tomb of Christ’s most beloved disciple, St. John the Apostle.
In Kusadasi, whitewashed stone houses rise in tiers behind the market district. The palm-lined esplanade is the center of town life, with thousands of merchants offering wares to rival the Grand Bazaar in Istanbul.
The past maintains a vibrant presence in the cradle of West ...
The past maintains a vibrant presence in the cradle of Western civilization. Atop the Acropolis, the serene Parthenon sails above the commotion of the modern city. The tragedies of Aeschylus, Sophocles, and Euripides were performed in the Theater of Dionysus at the foot of the Acropolis. On Pnyx Hill, citizens of a fledgling democracy gathered to cast their votes on Athens’ destiny. Then there is the hustle and bustle of the modern city, a metropolis of 4.5 million that spreads out from the foot of Mt. Lycabettus and across the plain. Packed with busy shops and lively tavernas, modern Athens is a colorful counterpoint to classical Greece.
Piraeus is the port city for Athens and has been Athens’ port of entry for over two millennia.
Chania is a city on the northwest coast of the Greek islan ...
Chania is a city on the northwest coast of the Greek island of Crete. It’s known for its 14th-century Venetian harbor, narrow streets and waterfront restaurants. At the harbor entrance is a 16th-century lighthouse with Venetian, Egyptian and Ottoman influences. Opposite, the Nautical Museum has model ships, naval objects and photographs.
Messina has played a major role in European history since its fo ...
Messina has played a major role in European history since its founding as a Greek colony in the 8th century B.C. During the Roman Empire, the city was a major port and commercial center, during the Middle Ages, Messina was the major port of departure for Crusaders. History has also left its scars: a massive earthquake leveled much of the city in 1908 and the World War II campaign for Sicily devastated Messina. Yet Messina emerged from that devastation with some of its historic treasures intact, including the 12th-century Annunziata dei Catalani Church. Messina is also your gateway to the rugged beauty of southeast Sicily, from the seaside resort of Taormina to Mt. Etna.
Between the fall of Rome and the 1861 unification of Italy, the Arabs, the Normans, the Germans, the Spanish and the French ruled Sicily.
Palma is the capital city of the island of Mallorca, whic ...
Palma is the capital city of the island of Mallorca, which is one of Spain’s Balearic Islands. The city is tucked into the protected Bay of Palma, creating an impressive view from the Mediterranean Sea with its imposing Gothic Cathedral towering above the old town and remnants of medieval walls that testify to its ancient history. Mallorca has a varied history, from the Roman occupation in the 2nd century to Moorish control from the 9th to the 13th century. Later reconquered by the Spanish kings, it rose to wealth and power due to its strategic position along the seagoing trade routes between Africa and Europe.
Today, Palma is the largest city, and also the main tourist area, with beaches on either side of the city that overflow with resort hotels. If you venture beyond these environs, the island’s natural beauty abounds, and life continues in a predictably underdeveloped atmosphere of simplicity. This aspect has long been an attraction for writers, painters and musicians that find inspiration here.
Two main languages are spoken on Mallorca – Castilian Spanish and the Balearic dialects of Catalan – hence the different versions of names and spellings throughout the Balearic Islands.
The 1992 Summer Olympics revealed to the world wh ...
The 1992 Summer Olympics revealed to the world what Europeans and seasoned travelers already knew – Barcelona is one of the world’s greatest treasures. Vibrant and earthy, commercial and cultural, this city of two million residents is the capital of Spain’s autonomous region of Catalonia. Stroll along the wide, tree-lined promenades of Las Ramblas and marvel at the spires of Gaudi’s Basilica La Sagrada Familia. Or visit the former Olympic Ring on the hill of Montjuic – also home to world-class parks, fountains and museums. Barcelona, which nurtured such artistic giants as Picasso, Dali, Miro and Casals, is definitely a traveler’s paradise.
YOUR SHIP - The Sun Princess
The brand new Sun Princess – Princess Cruises’ largest ship ever (until sister ship Star Princess debuts in 2025) – is set to make its inaugural sailing in October 2024, offering unforgettable itineraries to beloved Caribbean destinations. Accommodating 4,300 passengers – a remarkable increase of 800 passengers compared to the line’s previous Royal Class ships – the debut of this vessel also introduces the new Sphere Class, named after the captivating glass sphere at the heart of the ship which floods the central decks with natural light and treats guests to breathtaking views of the sea.
Sun Princess will mark the 16th addition to Princess Cruises’ esteemed fleet and will pay homage to its illustrious past. This will be the third vessel to bear the name Sun Princess, following the iconic “Love Boat” featured in the revered 1970s TV series, and the second ship launched in 1995, which was once among the world’s largest cruise ships, accommodating 2,000 passengers.
Meticulously designed from scratch, Sun Princess is a unique creation tailored exclusively for Princess Cruises, originating from a few initial sketches on the back of a napkin in 2017. The Sphere Class will consist of four ships in total, with the confirmation of Star Princess as the second vessel, expected to set sail in 2025.
Description
The brand new Sun Princess – Princess Cruises’ largest ship ever (until sister ship Star Princess debuts in 2025) – is set to make its inaugural sailing in October 2024, offering unforgettable itineraries to beloved Caribbean destinations. Accommodating 4,300 passengers – a remarkable increase of 800 passengers compared to the line’s previous Royal Class ships – the debut of this vessel also introduces the new Sphere Class, named after the captivating glass sphere at the heart of the ship which floods the central decks with natural light and treats guests to breathtaking views of the sea.
Sun Princess will mark the 16th addition to Princess Cruises’ esteemed fleet and will pay homage to its illustrious past. This will be the third vessel to bear the name Sun Princess, following the iconic “Love Boat” featured in the revered 1970s TV series, and the second ship launched in 1995, which was once among the world’s largest cruise ships, accommodating 2,000 passengers.
Meticulously designed from scratch, Sun Princess is a unique creation tailored exclusively for Princess Cruises, originating from a few initial sketches on the back of a napkin in 2017. The Sphere Class will consist of four ships in total, with the confirmation of Star Princess as the second vessel, expected to set sail in 2025.
Relaxation
Lotus Spa
Spa
Whirlpool
Food and Drink
24-hour Buffet Bistro
24-hour Room Service
Atrium Bar
Horizon Court
Ice Cream Bar
Patisserie
Pizzeria
Poolside Grill
Regency Dining Room
Sabatini’s Italian restaurant
Sterling Steakhouse
Trident Grill
Ultimate Balcony Dining
Wheelhouse Bar
Wine & Caviar Bar
Wine bar
Other
Boutique
Business Centre
Duty-free shop
Future Cruise Sales
ScholarShip@Sea
Wrap Around Promenade Deck
Entertainment
Dance Club
Princess Theatre
Rendez-Vous
Shooting Stars
Show Lounges
Recreational
Card Room
Library
Nightclub
Outdoor Pool
Paddle Tennis
Shuffle Board
Sports Court
Fitness
Basketball
Ocean View Gymnasium
Sports Court
Volleyball
Yoga
STATEROOMS
Suite
Balcony Stateroom
Oceanview Stateroom
Interior Stateroom
Important Notice
*Fares are per person, in AUD, in complete twin accommodation based on the lead category for each stateroom type at time of publication, inclusive of all discounts, taxes, fees and port expenses (which are subject to change). Campaign commences 15 March 2024 and ends on 13 June 2024. Campaign offers are not available on World Cruise and Round Australia itineraries. Valid for new bookings and not combinable with any other offer. #Savings are based on launch fares released for each itinerary between December 2022 and November 2023. Savings vary by stateroom category, fare type and itinerary. Fares based on specific departure dates only. Higher fares may apply to other departure dates. Princess Standard fare is the cruise fare only without any inclusions. ~Princess Plus fare is valid for the first two guests in the stateroom. Princess Plus fare includes the cruise fare packaged with the Plus Beverage Package, 1 device Wi-Fi, twice-daily premium dessert credits, two-fitness class credits, unlimited juice bar, two-Casual Dining credits, OceanNow® delivery and Room Service delivery. ^^Princess Premier fare is valid for the first two guests in the stateroom. Princess Premier fare includes the cruise fare packaged with the Premier Beverage Package, 4 device Wi-Fi, two-specialty dining credits, photo package, unlimited premium dessert credits, unlimited fitness class credits, unlimited juice bar, reserved theatre seating (production shows only), unlimited Casual Dining credits, OceanNow® delivery and Room Service delivery and more. ^Onboard spending money is per stateroom and is applied to the first 2 passengers in a stateroom. Amount varies by voyage length and stateroom type as specified up to $300 per stateroom when booking on a Princess Standard fare and up to $600 per stateroom when booking on a Princess Plus or Princess Premier fare. Currency varies by ship and itinerary, refer to princess.com for details. Onboard spending money expires at the conclusion of your cruise, is not transferable, non-refundable, not redeemable for cash and cannot be used at the medical centre or casino. All travel is subject to the Passage Contract, available at princess.com/legal/passage_contract, which passengers will be bound by. Credit card surcharges (Visa/Mastercard 1.1%; AMEX 2.75%) and a 1.0% surcharge for PayPal apply to direct bookings (website/call centre). Cruise itineraries and onboard offerings are not guaranteed. Charges apply to some activities, venues and menu items. Carnival plc trading as Princess Cruises ABN 23 107 998 443.