Northern Explorer
with Princess Cruises
- Multiple departures in 2027 and 2028
- Fremantle to Sydney v.v
- Aboard Grand Princess or Sapphire Princess
- Bonus onboard credit and excusive savings for RAC Members^
Embark on an unforgettable journey with Princess Cruises, sailing from Sydney to Fremantle, or Fremantle to Sydney. Along the way, you'll stop in some of Australia's most iconic destinations - Broome, Darwin, Cairns, and Brisbane. Experience the awe-inspiring beauty of the Scenic Kimberley Coast as part of this unforgettable journey.
With an atmosphere of comfortable elegance, tantalizing dining options and dazzling entertainment, your stay on board Grand Princess or Sapphire Princess will be anything but ordinary. Relax at The Sanctuary, a tranquil haven reserved for adults, enjoy Movies Under the Stars® poolside or dine on tantalizing cuisine at venues like Crown Grill and more.
Dining
Indulge your appetite whenever you wish on board Princess®. Every hour, our chefs are busy baking, grilling and sautéing great-tasting fare from scratch. Princess offers unparalleled inclusive dining options throughout the ship with a wide range of culinary delights to suit any palate, from endless buffet choices to gourmet pizza, frosty treats, decadent desserts and much more.
Activites & Entertainment
Original musicals, dazzling magic shows, feature films, top comedians and nightclubs that get your feet movin’ and groovin’. There’s something happening around every corner; luckily, you have a whole cruise of days and nights to experience it all.
Wellness
Revitalize and refresh body, mind and soul with Princess®. From rejuvenating spa treatments and the tranquility of a top-deck retreat reserved just for adults to our state-of-the-art fitness centers, you’ll find all the elements for mind & body renewal.
Fremantle to Sydney
Departure Dates:
13 April 2027
17 May 2027
10 October 2027
31 October 2027
13 March 2028
Itinerary:
Day 1 - Depart Fremantle at 5:00pm
Day 2 - At sea
Day 3 - Exmouth (Tender port)
Day 4 - At sea
Day 5 - Broome
Day 6 - Yampi Sound (Scenic Cruising)
Day 7 - Kimberley Coast (Scenic Cruising)
Day 8 - At sea
Day 9 - Darwin
Day 10 - At sea
Day 11 - At sea
Day 12 - At sea
Day 13 - Port Douglas
Day 14 - Willis Island (No disembarkation)
Day 15 - At sea
Day 16 - Brisbane
Day 17 - At sea
Day 18 - Arrive Sydney at 6am
Please note: Itinerary may vary depending on date of departure. 31 October 2027 sailing is an 18-night voyage.
| Stateroom | Standard Price per person, twin share |
RAC Member Price per person, twin share |
|---|---|---|
| Inside (IE) | From $4049* | From $4049* |
| Balcony (BB) | SOLD OUT | From $5869* |
| Mini-Suite (MD) | SOLD OUT | From $6699* |
| ^RAC Member Offer: Bonus onboard credit of up to AUD$285 and exclusive availability with RAC | ||
Advertised price is based on 17 May 2027 departure. Prices are subject to change based on availability at time of booking. Prices correct as at 15 January 2026.
Please ask your RAC consultant for other cabin category availabilitySydney to Fremantle
Departure Dates:
30 April 2027
24 November 2027
Itinerary:
Day 1 - Depart Sydney at 6:45pm
Day 2 - At sea
Day 3 - Brisbane
Day 4 - At sea
Day 5 - Willis Island (No disembarkation)
Day 6 - Port Douglas
Day 7 - At sea
Day 8 - At sea
Day 9 - At sea
Day 10 - Darwin
Day 11 - At sea
Day 12 - Kimberley Coast (Scenic Cruising)
Day 13 - Yampi Sound (Scenic Cruising)
Day 14 - Broome
Day 15 - At sea
Day 16 - Exmouth (Tender port)
Day 17 - At sea
Day 18 - Arrive Fremantle at 7am
Please note: Itinerary may vary depending on date of departure.
| Stateroom | Standard Price per person, twin share |
RAC Member Price per person, twin share |
|---|---|---|
| Inside (IE) | From $3739* | From $3739* |
| Balcony (BF) | From $8259* | From $8259* |
| Mini-Suite (MD) | From $9049* | From $7499* |
| ^RAC Member Offer: Bonus onboard credit of up to AUD$285 and exclusive availability with RAC | ||
Advertised price is based on 30 April 2027 departure. Prices are subject to change based on availability at time of booking. Prices correct as at 15 January 2026.
Please ask your RAC consultant for other cabin category availability*Advertised price is based on Princess Standard inclusions. Upgrade your cruise to Princess Plus or Premier Fare extras as per below.
| Princess Standard inclusions | Princess Plus inclusions | Princess Premier inclusions |
|---|---|---|
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| Onboard price: $84 per day per guest
Pre-cruise price: $79 per day per guest |
Onboard price: $134 per day per guest Pre-cruise price: $129 per day per guest |
*NOTE: The above inclusions are valid from 22 July 2025. Any purchases prior to this date, please speak to your RAC consultant for exact inclusions.
Let us help you to enhance your onboard experience by upgrading Princess Premier, let your RAC consultant know your preference.
*Advertised prices are ‘from prices’ per person, based on twin share. Prices are based on Princess Standard Fare and include all discounts, taxes, fees, and port expenses, which are subject to change. All prices are correct as at 15 January 2026 and will vary depending on availability at time of booking. All prices are listed per person and based on double occupancy based on the lead category for each stateroom type. Prices are subject to change based on availability. Taxes, Fees & Port Expenses are additional and are subject to change and Princess reserves the right to collect any increases in effect at the time of sailing even if the fare has already been paid in full. Prices are subject to change based on availability.
^RAC travel holds allocation in a number of categories on this sailing which are sold out or cheaper than with the cruise line direct. Onboard credit is applied to the first 2 guests in the stateroom only. Currency is based on AUD to match onboard currency. Onboard credit expires at the conclusion of your cruise, is non-transferable, not redeemable for cash and cannot be used in the casino or medical centre. Prices are subject to change based on availability.
#Princess Packages purchased on or after 22 July 2025 for sailings 2026 and beyond will receive inclusions outlined on the price & date tab. . Plus Beverage package includes up to 15 drinks per day valued at AU$22 each. Premier Beverage package includes unlimited number or drinks up to AUD$30 each. Shore Excursions credits are included in the Princess Premier Package in the following amounts: $100 for voyages from 6-9 nights in length; $200 for voyages from 10-20 nights in length; $300 for voyages 21 nights or more in length. Unused credit will be forfeited at the end of the voyage and cannot be redeemed for cash. Shore Excursion credit will be applied in the same currency as the currency onboard such cruise.
Further Princess Cruises and RAC Travel general terms and conditions apply.
