Princess Cruises $1 Deposit Sale Is Back – Here’s What New Zealand Cruisers Need to Know
If you’ve been waiting for the right time to book a cruise, this could be it.
For one week only, Princess Cruises is offering a $1 non-refundable deposit per person, plus up to $1,000 onboard spending money on selected sailings across Australia, New Zealand, the South Pacific, Japan, Asia, Alaska, Europe and the Americas.
The sale starts today Thursday 16 April 2026 and ends on Wednesday 22 April 2026. Travellers only need to pay a $1 deposit per person upfront, with the remaining 20% deposit due within 30 days of booking.
For New Zealand travellers, this is one of the strongest Princess Cruises promotions we’ve seen this year — especially for those wanting to secure a cruise now and pay later.
Many of the standout sailings include departures close to home, alongside bucket-list voyages through Japan, Alaska and Europe. Several of the strongest “lead” offers in the campaign include New Zealand and South Pacific itineraries, making this sale especially relevant for Kiwi cruisers.
Best Princess Cruises Deals for New Zealand Travellers
Princess Cruises continues to be one of the most popular cruise lines for New Zealand travellers thanks to its relaxed onboard atmosphere, excellent service, generous inclusions and strong range of Australia and New Zealand itineraries.
This latest campaign includes a number of standout sailings.
New Zealand Cruises
If cruising closer to home is your priority, there are some excellent New Zealand itineraries on sale.
Highlights include:
- 14-night New Zealand cruise on Grand Princess from Sydney from $3,989pp
- 17-night Northern Explorer cruise on Sapphire Princess from Sydney from $5,109pp
- Australia and New Zealand sailings between Auckland and Sydney from $3,719pp
- Short Australia to Auckland seacation cruises from as little as $1,199pp
- Tahiti, Hawaii and South Pacific crossings from Auckland to Los Angeles from $5,629pp
These sailings are ideal for travellers wanting to explore New Zealand’s scenic coastline, the Bay of Islands, Fiordland, Wellington and more, while also enjoying the convenience of cruises departing from Sydney, Brisbane or Auckland.
South Pacific and Fiji Cruises
Princess Cruises is also offering some strong South Pacific options during the sale.
Featured itineraries include:
- 14-night Fiji and South Pacific cruise on Grand Princess from Brisbane from $3,799pp
- 14-night Fiji and South Pacific cruise on Royal Princess from Sydney from $4,519pp
- 31-night Tahiti, Hawaii and South Pacific voyage from Auckland to Sydney from $10,369pp
- South Pacific crossings between Auckland, Hawaii, Los Angeles and Vancouver
These itineraries are particularly popular with New Zealand travellers wanting a tropical escape without the long-haul flight to Europe or North America.
Japan and Asia Cruises
Japan remains one of the fastest-growing cruise destinations for Kiwi travellers, and Princess Cruises has one of the strongest Japan cruise programs in the market.
Some of the standout offers include:
- 10-night Japan Explorer Cherry Blossoms cruise on Sapphire Princess from Tokyo from $3,279pp
- 11-night Circle Japan cruise on Sapphire Princess from Tokyo from $3,709pp
- 12-night Malaysia and Thailand cruise on Diamond Princess from Singapore from $4,369pp
- 14-night Southeast Asia and Japan cruise from Tokyo to Singapore from $3,019pp
- Grand Japan and Grand Circle Japan itineraries featuring cherry blossoms, fall foliage, festivals and fireworks
These itineraries are especially attractive because Princess Cruises has multiple ships based in Japan, giving travellers access to unique regional ports and seasonal experiences such as cherry blossom cruises and autumn foliage sailings.
Europe and Alaska Cruises
For travellers planning a longer holiday, there are also several Europe and Alaska cruises included in the sale.
Popular options include:
- 12-night British Isles with France and Belfast cruise from Southampton from $3,509pp
- 14-night Mediterranean, Aegean and Adriatic cruise from Rome from $3,399pp
- 41-night Northern Europe Explorer cruise from Southampton from $4,929pp
- 7-night Alaska Voyage of the Glaciers cruise from Vancouver from $14,019pp
These itineraries give travellers the chance to combine iconic destinations with the value of Princess Cruises’ current promotion.
Why Book Princess Cruises During This Sale?
The biggest drawcard is the low upfront commitment.
A $1 deposit allows travellers to lock in their preferred cabin and itinerary now, while spreading out the remaining payments over time. That can make a huge difference for families, couples and retirees planning a major trip in 2027 or 2028.
On top of that, selected sailings also include onboard spending money of up to $1,000, which can be used on drinks, specialty dining, spa treatments, shore excursions and more.
With limited-time pricing and some of the most in-demand itineraries already included, popular cruises are expected to sell quickly — particularly New Zealand, Japan and South Pacific departures.
Book Your Princess Cruise Early
Princess Cruises sailings are always among the first to sell for the New Zealand market, especially New Zealand, Fiji, South Pacific and Japan itineraries.
If you’ve been thinking about cruising in 2027 or 2028, this is a great chance to secure your spot with almost no upfront cost.
The sale ends on 22 April 2026, unless sold out earlier.
P: 0800 99 44 88
E: book@cruisedeals.co.nz
*Fares are cruise only, per person (‘PP’) in NZD, in complete twin stateroom as specified, based on
lead categories at publication date, inclusive of discounts. Valid for new bookings only.
Supplements apply for higher room grades, categories, and fare types. Some staterooms have
obstructed views. Onboard Currency varies refer here for details.
Autumn Boost Sale:
Offer starts 16 April 2026 12:01 AEST and ends 22 April 2026 23:59 AEST. Advertised fares are
available until allocation is exhausted and may fluctuate.
^ $1 deposit per person: pay (non-refundable) AU$1 per person upfront to secure booking. The
remainder of the 20% deposit is due within 30 days of booking and subject to standard cancellation
and booking conditions. Offer is not valid for bookings made within the final payment period. Offer
is not valid for bookings made within the final payment period or World Cruises.
BOOK ON PLUS & SPEND ON US CAMPAIGN
*Fares are cruise only, per person (‘PP’) in AUD, in complete twin stateroom as specified, based on
lead categories at publication date 10 March 2026 inclusive of discounts. Offer starts 10 March
2026 00:00 AEDT and ends 30 June 2026 23:59 AEST. Valid for new bookings only. Supplements
apply for higher room grades, categories and fare types. Some staterooms have obstructed views.
Onboard currency varies – refer to https://www.princess.com/en-au/faq/onboard-experience# for
details.
#Onboard Spending Money (‘OBS’) Offer (‘OBS Offer’) is per room, in AUD and applied to the first
2 guests in the room only. Amount varies by fare type and itinerary duration as specified. When
booking on a Princess Standard fare: for cruises 6 nights and under - receive up to $40 OBS per
room; for cruises 7-17 nights - receive up to $120 OBS per room; for cruises 18-31 nights - receive
up to $250 OBS per room; for cruises 32 nights and over - receive up to $400 per room. When
booking on a Princess Plus or Princess Premier fare: for cruises 6 nights and under - receive up to
$100 OBS per room; for cruises 7-17 nights - receive up to $300 OBS per room; for cruises 18-31
nights - receive up to $600 OBS per room; for cruises 32 nights and over - receive up to $1000 per
room. Amount varies by itinerary duration as specified. OBS expires at the conclusion of your
cruise, is not transferable, not refundable, not redeemable for cash and cannot be used in the
casino or medical centre.
Autumn Boost Sale and Book on Plus & Spend on Us Offers are available on all fare types. Princess
Standard fare is the cruise fare only. Princess Plus fare applies to the first 2 guests in the
stateroom. Princess Premier fare is valid for the first two guests in the stateroom. Inclusions are
subject to change – see Fare Terms and Conditions. Guests 1 & 2 in the stateroom must be booked
on the same fare type. Princess Plus and Premier must be booked for the entire duration of the
voyage.
All travel is subject to Princess Cruises Passage Contract at princess.com/passagecontractau
which guests are bound by. Cruise itineraries and onboard offerings are not guaranteed. Charges
may apply for some activities, venues and menu items. Credit card surcharges (Visa/Mastercard
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