Princess Cruises

Princess Cruises offers a wide range of destination-focused itineraries designed to provide deeper access to some of the world’s most iconic regions. The cruise line sails to 300+ destinations worldwide, including the Caribbean, Alaska, Europe, Mediterranean, Northern Europe, Asia, Australia, New Zealand, South America, and beyond.

Cruise durations are flexible, typically ranging from 5- to 7-night sailings to longer 10- to 14-night itineraries, with extended voyages and world cruises available for guests seeking more immersive travel. Shorter Caribbean cruises are available, while longer itineraries are more common in Europe, Alaska, and Asia, where guests can explore multiple destinations in one journey.

Princess is best known for its Alaska itineraries, where it is considered one of the top cruise lines in the region. These voyages typically range from 7 to 10 nights and include scenic glacier cruising, wildlife viewing, and ports such as Juneau, Skagway, and Ketchikan. Many Alaska sailings can be combined with land-based cruise tours, offering extended experiences into the interior of Alaska, including Denali National Park.

Caribbean itineraries often include destinations such as St. Thomas, Cozumel, Grand Cayman, and Princess Cays (private island), while European sailings explore a wide range of destinations across Italy, Spain, France, Greece, and Northern Europe. Princess itineraries are designed to balance time in port with scenic cruising, offering a more immersive and relaxed travel experience.

The Princess Cruises lifestyle is centered around comfort, personalization, and destination immersion, offering a refined and relaxed onboard experience. The atmosphere is upscale but approachable, making it ideal for couples, families, and travelers seeking a quieter alternative to high-energy cruise lines.

Guests can enjoy a wide range of onboard amenities and facilities, including multiple dining venues, specialty restaurants, lounges, theaters, pools, spa and wellness centers, fitness facilities, and enrichment spaces. Entertainment includes live music, production shows, Movies Under the Stars®, and destination-focused programming, creating a well-rounded but less intense entertainment environment. Dining is also a key part of the experience, with main dining rooms, casual dining options, and specialty restaurants available. Princess also offers flexible dining options, including traditional, anytime, and app-based ordering through MedallionClass®, enhancing convenience and personalization.

The cruise fare typically includes main dining, select casual dining venues, standard beverages such as water, coffee, tea, and juices, onboard entertainment, and access to ship amenities. However, many elements are offered as optional upgrades. Alcoholic beverages, Wi-Fi, gratuities, shore excursions, and specialty dining are generally not included, though Princess frequently offers bundled packages such as Princess Plus and Princess Premier, which may include drinks, Wi-Fi, gratuities, and additional perks.Shore excursions are available at an additional cost, offering a variety of experiences such as cultural tours, scenic excursions, and adventure activities, allowing guests to customize their journey.