5/15/23: 2025 Europe Cruises & Cruisetours Season Announcement

[LACruiser88]

May 15, 2023 9:30 AM EDT New Star Princess and Sun Princess Headline 2025 Europe Cruises & Cruisetours Season as Princess Cruises Celebrates 40th Anniversary Sailing in the Mediterranean

SANTA CLARITA, Calif., May 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- From the cruise line that delivers dream vacations to millions of guests every year, Princess Cruises is celebrating its 40th anniversary sailing the Mediterranean by featuring two of its newest and largest ships there in 2025 – Star Princess and Sun Princess.     The 2025 cruises and cruisetours season offers travelers looking for the ultimate European adventure abundant natural beauty, history and traditions, combined with diverse cultures, all while enjoying a relaxed, stress-free travel experience on six beautiful Princess cruise ships: NEW! Star Princess and NEW! Sun Princess, plus Majestic Princess, Sky Princess, Regal Princess and Emerald Princess.   Voyages aboard ships sailing out of Southampton UK (London) in 2025 - Sky Princess, Regal Princess and Emerald Princess - go on sale May 25, while sailings on Mediterranean-based ships - Star Princess (NEW), Sun Princess (NEW) and Majestic Princess go on sale June 1.   Princess first set sail in the Mediterranean in 1985, and to celebrate the 40th anniversary the new Star Princess joins sister-ship Sun Princess in the Mediterranean for her debut season of cruising. Her maiden voyages depart August 4, 2025, sailing a nine-day Grand Mediterranean voyage to Italy and Greece roundtrip from Rome, followed by a variety of 10-day cruises, also roundtrip from Rome, that visit iconic destinations such as Florence, Barcelona and Mykonos.   Sun Princess will sail a series of seven-day Mediterranean voyages from Barcelona, Rome or Athens, that will visit coveted destinations including Istanbul, Naples and Santorini.    Both of the cruise line's newest ships offer next-generation features, host 4,300 guests, offer more than 1,500 balconies and 29 restaurants and bars throughout 21 decks. Their groundbreaking design centers on a glass sphere that infuses the Piazza with light and connects guests with dynamic views of the world. Another standout venue is The Dome, a cutting-edge top-deck entertainment space inspired by the tiered cliffs of Santorini. Highlights of the March through November 2025 Europe season include:   Celebrate 40 Years in the Mediterranean: In addition to Star Princess and Sun Princess, Emerald Princess, Majestic Princess and Sky Princess join the line up for a wide range of seven- to 31-day Mediterranean sailings. Cruises depart from Rome (Civitavecchia), London (Southampton), Athens (Piraeus), Trieste (Venice) and Barcelona.   Guests can choose from exploring the ruins of ancient Rome, Athens and Ephesus to immersing themselves in the art within the Vatican Museum, or the whimsical architecture of Barcelona. They can soak up the culture and cuisine of timeless cities such as Sicily, Marseille and Istanbul and admire the sandy splendor and breathtaking views of Santorini's Red Beach or visit the haunting ruins of Pompeii in Naples.   New for 2025, a 31-day Mediterranean Marvel cruise on Sky Princess offers More Ashore late-nights in Mykonos, Santorini, and Jerusalem/Bethlehem (Ashdod).   British Isles: Emerald Princess and Regal Princess offer heritage and hillside castles on 10- to 14-day cruises from London (Southampton). The rugged Scottish Highlands, welcoming pubs, a look at The Beatles' hometown of Liverpool, and the prehistoric wonder of Stonehenge are just some of the sites to see. And with late-night stays in Belfast, guests can experience the region's lively nightlife.   Northern Europe: Emerald Princess and Sky Princess deliver the beauty of the Northern Europe on five- to 28-day voyages that visit Sweden, Norway, Denmark and more, with select voyages offering late-night calls in classic cities like Copenhagen and Berlin. Follow the footsteps of the ancient Viking explorers throughout Scandinavia and Iceland, guests go in search of the Northern Lights and sail to the top of the world during the Summer Solstice.   Grand Adventures & Passages: All six ships sail between North America and Europe for the ultimate transatlantic crossing, offering 15- to 29-day voyages.   Cruisetours: Combine the cruise with multiple days on land to experience more of the region. Guests can choose to sightsee in the cosmopolitan city of Madrid on the Highlights of Spain cruisetour, visit Florence and Rome on the Classic Italy cruisetour, explore Mediterranean treasures on the Best of Greece cruisetour or take in the spectacular landscapes of Ireland on the Ring of Kerry cruisetour.    Princess offers convenient EZair travel to Europe so guests can enjoy customized air itinerary suggestions based on when and where they sail, low prices with flexible fares and the reassurance that Princess will get them to the ship.

[phabric]

I am looking forward to see the actual itineraries for 2025.

[LACruiser88]

2 hours ago, phabric said:

I am looking forward to see the actual itineraries for 2025.

The 31 day voyage on the Sky sounds interesting...

[Coral]

Princess Cruises is pleased to announce our 2025 Europe Cruises and Cruisetours Program which includes six ships sailing throughout the Mediterranean and Northern Europe. 

 

 

We are celebrating our 40^th anniversary sailing the Mediterranean and will feature three ships homeporting in the region including our newest ship, Star Princess. She is joined by her sister, Sun Princess, as well as Majestic Princess. Our 2025 Europe program is rounded out by three ships homeporting in Southampton (London), including Sky Princess, Regal Princess and Emerald Princess.

 

 

• Mediterranean Homeported Ships

   

  • Our brand-new ship, Star Princess, will debut in the Mediterranean in August 2025, sailing a variety of 9- and 10-day voyages departing from Rome, Athens, Barcelona or Trieste (Venice), combinable for an adventure of up to 20 days.

     

  • Sun Princess returns for her second season in the Mediterranean, sailing our popular 7-day series of itineraries departing from either Rome, Barcelona or Athens.

     

    • These 7-day voyages are also combinable for 14 days or 21 days for an extended journey in the region.

       

  • Majestic Princess is sailing 10-day voyages throughout the Mediterranean Sea departing from Rome, Athens, Barcelona or Trieste (Venice), which are combinable for longer 20-day vacations.

     

• Southampton (London) Homeported Ships

   

  • Regal Princess will sail roundtrip from Southampton (London) on voyages from 10 to 12 days, circumnavigating the British Isles.

     

    • Regal Princess also includes an opportunity to see the momentous Edinburgh Military Tattoo from Glasgow (Greenock) in August 2025.

       

  • Sky Princess sails roundtrip from Southampton (London) on a variety of voyages from 5 to 15 days featuring Iceland & Norway, the Canary Islands and a new 31-day Mediterranean Marvel itinerary trekking across the Mediterranean.

     

  • Emerald Princess sails many voyages throughout Europe, including above the Arctic Circle on her Search for the Northern Lights voyage, and two voyages visiting both Greenland & Iceland, sailing roundtrip from Southampton (London).

     

  • Sky Princess and Emerald Princess will spend the Summer Solstice at the top of the world when the sun never sets on 15- or 16-day Land of the Midnight Sun & Summer Solstice voyages.

     

• Transatlantics

   

  • Six ships sail Transatlantics for the ultimate ocean voyage between Fort Lauderdale, Boston, or Galveston and Barcelona, Southampton (London) or Rome.

     

    • Star Princess will make her North American debut in October 2025, sailing on a 15-day Transatlantic from Southampton (London) to Fort Lauderdale.

       

 

Europe Cruisetours

 

 

Princess Cruises is pleased to offer four unique cruisetours to choose from: 

 

 

• Best of Greece : Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Meteora, Delphi and the Acropolis of Athens and its Parthenon. Offered with the 7- to 21-day Mediterranean cruises from Athens on Sun Princess.  

   

• Ring of Kerry : Offered with the 10- to 12-day British Isles cruises on Regal Princess, this includes a traditional Ceili dinner and highlights the Cliffs of Moher, Killarney and Cork.  

   

• Classic Italy: Visit Venice, Florence and Rome’s greatest sights: Venice’s St. Mark’s Square and Doge’s Palace, Rome’s Coliseum and Vatican museums, the Duomo and Michelangelo’s sculpture of David in Florence. All sights are offered with the 7- to 21-day cruises from Rome on Sun Princess.  

   

• Highlights of Spain : Offered with the 7- to 21-day Mediterranean cruises from Barcelona on Sun Princess, this visits Madrid, Valencia and Toledo to enjoy the sights and tastes of Spain.

Schedule for Southampton Homeport Ships (Sky Princess, Regal Princess and Emerald Princess)

Voyages will be open for sale on the following dates (note that Elite guests will have the opportunity to book the day prior to public launch and early). REMEMBER add GXA if you want group pricing to include Princess Plus.

 

Please find attached detailed fare and itinerary sheets.            Schedule for Southampton Homeport Ships (Sky Princess, Regal Princess and Emerald Princess)     Voyages will be open for sale on the following dates (note that Elite guests will have the opportunity to book the day prior to public launch and early). REMEMBER add GXA if you want group pricing to include Princess Plus.       Market     Elite Day     Public On Sale     North America & GSA (PDT)      Wed, May 24, 2023 (Midnight)      Thu, May 25, 2023 (Midnight)      North America & GSA (EDT)      Wed, May 24, 2023 (3:00 AM)      Thu, May 25, 2023 (3:00 AM)            Schedule for Mediterranean Homeport Ships (Star Princess, Sun Princess and Majestic Princess)     Voyages will be open for sale on the following dates (note that Elite guests will have the opportunity to book the day prior to public launch and early). REMEMBER add GXA if you want group pricing to include Princess Plus.         Market     Elite Day     Public On Sale     North America & GSA (PDT)      Wed, May 31, 2023 (Midnight)      Thu, Jun 1, 2023 (Midnight)      North America & GSA (EDT)      Wed, May 31, 2023 (3:00 AM)      Thu, Jun 1, 2023 (3:00 AM)            CAPTAIN’S CIRCLE LAUNCH PROMOTION     Princess Past Guests are eligible for a special promotion when they book early! The special promotionconsists of a Captain’s Circle Launch Discount, which may be combined with launch and group promotions. These discounts do not apply to third or fourth berth guests. Please refer to the attached fares and itinerary sheets for Captain’s Circle Discount amounts.  This discount expires on August 31, 2023.

Europe 2025 Southampton Princess Standard FaresItin.xlsx Europe 2025 Mediterranean FaresItin Standard Fares .xlsx

Edited May 15, 2023 by Coral

[LACruiser88]

I started the below thread earlier this morning...

 

 

 

[Coral]

2 minutes ago, LACruiser88 said:

I started the below thread earlier this morning...

 

 

 

Sorry - on a ship and didn't see it......! 🙂 

Edited May 15, 2023 by Coral

[LACruiser88]

4 minutes ago, Coral said:

Sorry - on a ship and didn't see it......! 🙂 

You have the exact dates and fares which is great info.  Thanks!

[Coral]

Just now, LACruiser88 said:

You have the exact dates and fares which is great info.  Thanks!

I haven't even looked at it!

[Cruise Junky]

Thanks Coral. Always appreciate these advance postings.  

[Coral]

1 hour ago, Cruise Junky said:

Thanks Coral. Always appreciate these advance postings.  

You are welcome!

[VersaliusPrimus]

3 hours ago, Coral said:

CAPTAIN’S CIRCLE LAUNCH PROMOTION     Princess Past Guests are eligible for a special promotion when they book early! The special promotionconsists of a Captain’s Circle Launch Discount, which may be combined with launch and group promotions. These discounts do not apply to third or fourth berth guests. Please refer to the attached fares and itinerary sheets for Captain’s Circle Discount amounts.  This discount expires on August 31, 2023.

Europe 2025 Southampton Princess Standard FaresItin.xlsx 47.72 kB · 88 downloads Europe 2025 Mediterranean FaresItin Standard Fares .xlsx 59.41 kB · 53 downloads

 

I will echo previous sentiments:  Thank you for the advance notice!  I love being able to plan ahead and compare itineraries with what the other cruise lines have to offer, especially with ship deployments changing in seemingly every region these days.  

 

This last section caught my attention (emphasis added).  Does this mean the past guest discount is ending only for these Europe itineraries or ending for all new bookings on August 31st?

[hokiefans]

7 hours ago, Coral said:

Princess Cruises is pleased to announce our 2025 Europe Cruises and Cruisetours Program which includes six ships sailing throughout the Mediterranean and Northern Europe. 

 

 

 

As alwaysn Coral, thank you very much for your generosity in sharing this information with us!

[icat2000]

Thanks Coral. I knew you would have the goods 😄 

[Coral]

3 hours ago, VersaliusPrimus said:

 

 

This last section caught my attention (emphasis added).  Does this mean the past guest discount is ending only for these Europe itineraries or ending for all new bookings on August 31st?

I interpret it to mean these itineraries. Though I don't have any more insight into what is there.

[Host Kat]

FYI to all,

 

The two threads have been merged into this one thread. Per the Cruise Critic software, all posts now appear in post date/time order on this newly merged thread.

 

Happy sails,

 

Host Kat

[dides]

Thank you!  Some interesting Mediterranean itineraries with a few new ports.  What an interesting time to have a Transatlantic   - Majestic doing a repo from Southampton to Boston in July? I know Island Princess is doing one in 2024 but she is going back to the UK afterwards.

 

Edited May 16, 2023 by dides

[spencercoop]

Does anyone have the pdf of the reference flyer?