Enjoy 15 drinks per day (up to $22 each), unlimited specialty coffees and teas, up to 12 bottled waters daily (500mL), 4 casual dining meals per guest, Wi-Fi for 1 device per guest, and included room service and OceanNow® delivery.
Enjoy unlimited drinks (up to $30 each), unlimited specialty coffees and teas, up to 12 bottled waters daily (500mL), unlimited casual and specialty dining, Wi-Fi for 4 devices per guest, included room service and OceanNow® delivery, professional photos and reserved theatre seating.
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*Princess Plus and Princess Premier prices and inclusions are subject to Princess Cruises’ applicable terms, conditions and availability. Please request a personalised quote for current details.
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Book any cabin featuring a private balcony directly with Carl Retschlag and enjoy a complimentary Deluxe Balcony Breakfast for Two – a truly special treat simply for booking your Christmas & New Year cruise with Carl.
23 December 2027 – Roundtrip Brisbane aboard Grand Princess
Celebrate Christmas at sea, discover the spectacular scenery of Fiordland National Park, explore Dunedin and Christchurch, enjoy New Year’s Eve in Tauranga and welcome 2028 in Auckland on New Year’s Day.
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*Complimentary Deluxe Balcony Breakfast for Two applies to eligible new bookings featuring a private balcony. One breakfast for two per eligible booking. Subject to promotional terms and conditions and onboard availability.
Thursday, 23 December 2027
Your Christmas and New Year adventure begins in Brisbane, where Grand Princess awaits. Check-in begins from 12:30 PM, with departure scheduled for 4:00 PM. Settle into your stateroom, explore the ship and enjoy your first evening onboard as you sail towards New Zealand.
Friday, 24 December 2027
Spend Christmas Eve relaxing aboard Grand Princess as you cruise across the Tasman Sea. With no port calls today, there’s plenty of time to enjoy the ship’s dining, entertainment and facilities while the festive atmosphere builds ahead of Christmas Day.
Saturday, 25 December 2027
Celebrate Christmas Day at sea and leave the cooking and cleaning behind. Enjoy a leisurely morning, festive dining and a day of entertainment aboard Grand Princess as your voyage continues towards the spectacular landscapes of New Zealand.
Sunday, 26 December 2027
Boxing Day brings another wonderfully relaxing day at sea. Sleep in, enjoy a long lunch, take in the ocean views or simply find your favourite spot onboard and unwind as Grand Princess approaches New Zealand’s magnificent South Island.
Monday, 27 December 2027
7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Wake to one of the great scenic highlights of your voyage as Grand Princess cruises through New Zealand’s breathtaking Fiordland National Park. Spend the day surrounded by dramatic mountains, deep fiords, waterfalls and pristine wilderness, with spectacular views unfolding directly from the ship.
Tuesday, 28 December 2027
8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Arrive at Port Chalmers, gateway to Dunedin, a charming South Island city renowned for its Scottish heritage, Victorian and Edwardian architecture and beautiful Otago Peninsula. With a full day in port, you can explore the city, discover the surrounding countryside or seek out the region’s remarkable wildlife.
Wednesday, 29 December 2027
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Grand Princess arrives in Lyttelton, the port gateway to Christchurch and the wider Canterbury region. Discover Christchurch’s gardens, revitalised city centre and distinctive blend of heritage and contemporary architecture, or venture beyond the city to experience the scenery of the surrounding region.
Thursday, 30 December 2027
After several memorable days exploring the South Island, today is yours to enjoy Grand Princess at a leisurely pace. Relax by the pool, enjoy the onboard entertainment, indulge in a favourite meal or simply watch New Zealand’s coastline and the open sea pass by.
Friday, 31 December 2027
7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Spend the final day of 2027 in beautiful Tauranga, gateway to the Bay of Plenty and attractions including Mount Maunganui and Rotorua. Grand Princess departs at 4:00 PM, giving you time to return onboard and prepare for a memorable New Year’s Eve celebration at sea as you farewell 2027.
Saturday, 1 January 2028
10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Welcome 2028 in Auckland, New Zealand’s vibrant City of Sails. With arrival at 10:00 AM, enjoy a relaxed New Year’s morning before heading ashore to explore the waterfront, city sights and surrounding attractions. Grand Princess remains in port until 7:00 PM, giving you plenty of time to enjoy the first day of the new year.
Sunday, 2 January 2028
Settle back into life aboard Grand Princess as your homeward journey across the Tasman begins. After the excitement of Christmas, New Year and your New Zealand ports, today offers the perfect opportunity to slow the pace and enjoy everything the ship has to offer.
Monday, 3 January 2028
Enjoy another unhurried day at sea as Grand Princess continues towards Australia. Revisit a favourite restaurant, enjoy the onboard activities and entertainment, or simply relax with a good book and uninterrupted ocean views.
Tuesday, 4 January 2028
Your final full day aboard Grand Princess is a chance to make the most of shipboard life one last time. Enjoy a leisurely breakfast, perhaps a final afternoon by the pool and a special dinner as you reflect on a festive voyage filled with Christmas celebrations, New Zealand scenery and a New Year at sea.
Wednesday, 5 January 2028
Arrive 7:00 AM
Grand Princess arrives back in Brisbane at 7:00 AM, bringing your Christmas and New Year voyage to a close. After 13 memorable nights combining festive celebrations, relaxing days at sea and some of New Zealand’s most beautiful destinations, it’s time to disembark and head home with wonderful memories of the journey.
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Offer Terms & Conditions – Carl Retschlag Exclusive Complimentary Deluxe Balcony Breakfast for Two
Book any cabin featuring a private balcony on the 13-night Grand Princess Christmas & New Year voyage to New Zealand, departing Brisbane 23 December 2027, directly with Carl Retschlag and receive a Complimentary Deluxe Balcony Breakfast for Two – a truly special treat simply for booking with Carl Retschlag.
The offer applies to new bookings only, with one complimentary breakfast for two per eligible cabin, regardless of guest numbers. The breakfast is included in the cruise booking, with guests selecting their preferred day once onboard, subject to availability. Menu offerings may vary.
This exclusive offer is provided courtesy of Carl Retschlag and is not sponsored or administered by TravelManagers Australia.
The offer applies to eligible Princess Standard, Princess Plus and Princess Premier fares. It is not available on heavily discounted, net, interline, travel industry, employee, casino, charter, prize, group allocation or other specially discounted promotional fares unless specifically approved in writing by Carl Retschlag.
If an eligible booking is cancelled, downgraded to a cabin without a private balcony, transferred to another promotion or otherwise amended in a way that no longer qualifies for this offer, the complimentary breakfast entitlement will be forfeited.
Advertised cruise fares are based on Princess Cruises Standard Fares unless otherwise stated. Princess Plus and Princess Premier upgrades are available at an additional cost.
Any onboard credit offered is promotional and will be advised and confirmed at the time of booking, if applicable. Onboard credit, where applicable, is per cabin, non-transferable, not redeemable for cash and cannot be used in the medical centre or casino.
Guests may also receive 10% off Cover-More travel insurance when the policy is purchased within 7 days of confirming the cruise booking. Insurance conditions, eligibility criteria and Cover-More policy terms apply.
All deposits are non-refundable. When applying a Princess Future Cruise Deposit (FCD), an additional non-refundable deposit may apply.
Changes to a confirmed booking, including changes to fare type, cabin category, guest numbers or promotional offers, may require the original booking to be cancelled and rebooked at the prevailing fare and availability. This may result in the loss of the original fare, deposit and eligibility for this promotion.
Cruise fares are not live and may change without notice. Quotes must be requested to confirm current pricing and availability. Prices advertised are correct as at 18 October 2026.
This promotion may be withdrawn, amended or extended at any time prior to booking without notice and cannot be combined with another Carl Retschlag promotional offer unless expressly stated.
Cruise fares are cruise-only, per person, in AUD, based on twin-share accommodation unless otherwise stated, and include applicable taxes, government fees and charges (subject to change). Availability is limited and cabins may sell out without notice. Some Oceanview and Balcony staterooms may have obstructed views. Some Mini Suites may feature windows only. Single supplements apply.
Carl Retschlag reserves the right to withhold or cancel the complimentary breakfast offer where a booking is found to be fraudulent, made in error or where the promotion has been applied contrary to these terms and conditions.
All bookings are subject to the Princess Cruises Passage Contract and TravelManagers Australia Terms & Conditions.
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