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The Mediterranean is Calling! Princess Cruises Announces Spring & Summer 2024 European Season for Next-Generation Ship Sun Princess

Additional inaugural voyages of sun princess from barcelona, rome and athens announced.

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When the newest, largest and most innovative Princess Cruises ship – Sun Princess – debuts in February 2024, guests will set sail on a memorable 10-day Grand Mediterranean inaugural voyage with departure options from Barcelona, Rome, and Athens. The first inaugural cruise of the 175,500-ton vessel, boasting expansive venues, contemporary entertainment, multi-story dining rooms and next-level accommodations starts on February 8.  Additional Mediterranean voyages will go on sale Nov. 9, 2022, for voyages through September 2024.

The full European season aboard the new Sun Princess includes 10-day itineraries visiting popular stops throughout the Western and Eastern Mediterranean and the cruise line’s popular series of seven-day voyages departing from either Barcelona, Rome (Civitavecchia) or Athens, which can be combined for the ultimate 14-day or 21-day exploration of these sought-after vacation destinations.

“When you dream of the Mediterranean, you immediately think of sunshine, endless blue water views, colorful and distinctive architecture, incredible cuisine, engaging locals and romantic settings,” said John Padgett, Princess Cruises president. “It’s a perfect match having our new Sun Princess debut in this scenic region because so much of our design inspiration for this next-generation ship comes directly from these iconic destinations.”

As seen on “The Real Love Boat,” the new CBS reality dating adventure show set aboard a luxury Princess cruise ship, the inaugural season of Sun Princess cruises will visit the destinations featured in the show including Gibraltar, Marseille and Santorini.

Highlights of the March through September 2024 inaugural cruise season of Sun Princess, include:

• 10-day Grand Mediterranean inaugural cruise between Barcelona and Rome departing March 9, featuring Mallorca, Sicily, Athens, Kusadasi, Santorini and Naples.
• Seven-day Mediterranean with Greek Isles & Turkey between Rome and Athens, seven-day Mediterranean with Greece & Italy between Athens and Barcelona and seven-day Mediterranean with France & Italy between Barcelona and Rome, with over 20 departures to choose from between April and September 2024.
• European Explorer voyages sailing between the Mediterranean and London (Southampton) from nine to 23 days.
• Nine-day Grand Mediterranean voyage sailing roundtrip from Rome.
• 10-day Grand Mediterranean voyages sailing roundtrip from Rome, or between Barcelona and Rome.
• 10-day Grand Western Mediterranean voyages roundtrip from Rome.
• 16-day Iberian Passage voyage sailing the Atlantic Ocean between London (Southampton) and Fort Lauderdale.

Princess guests wishing to expand their time on land can also choose from three unique cruise-tours:

• Best of Greece: Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Meteora, Delphi, and the Acropolis of Athens and its Parthenon. Offered with the seven-day Mediterranean with Greek Isles & Italy, 14-day Mediterranean with Greece, France and Italy, or the 21-day Best of the Mediterranean cruises from Athens.
• 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 seven-day Mediterranean with Greek Isles & Turkey, 14-day Mediterranean with Greek Isles, Italy & Turkey, or the 21-day Best of Mediterranean cruises from Rome.
• Highlights of Spain: Offered with the seven-day Mediterranean with France & Italy, 14-day Mediterranean with Greek Isles, France & Turkey or 21-day Best of Mediterranean cruises from Barcelona. Visit Madrid, Valencia, Toledo and enjoy the sights and tastes of Spain.

Currently under construction at the Fincantieri shipyard in Italy, the largest Princess ship ever constructed embraces Italian heritage by featuring a newly-designed, brand-iconic Piazza and The Dome, a cutting-edge entertainment space inspired by the terraces of Santorini. While introducing a completely new class of ships for the cruise line, Sun Princess also remains true to the smooth clean lines and design aesthetics of the cruise line’s famous Seawitch icon and popularized in the original “Love Boat” TV series.

Sun Princess will also feature the exclusive Princess Medallion that will extend Princess’ leadership position in delivering exceptional and custom experiences at unmatched scale, offering guests personalized service only previously found on the industry’s smallest ships.

Part of Carnival Corporation’s green cruising focus, Sun Princess will be the first Princess ship and one of 11 new vessels in the corporate fleet powered by Liquified Natural Gas (LNG), the world’s cleanest fossil fuel.

Past Princess guests are eligible for a special promotion when they book Sun Princess voyages early. The special promotion consists 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 and the discount expires on January 31, 2023. 

More information about Princess Cruises is available through a professional travel advisor, by calling 1-800-PRINCESS (1-800-774-6237), or by visiting the company's website at www.princess.com .

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Princess Cruises Europe Cruises

Culture, historical attractions, and a wide array of cuisine and music are all in store for those on a cruise to Europe with Princess Cruises. Whether it’s a cultural explosion in the Mediterranean or a historical journey in Northern Europe , the experience will inspire you—making you wish for a second home in Europe. Join the Spaniards for an arousing football game at Camp Nou. Find your faith at the Vatican, or comb the Viking towns of Copenhagen. Charming personalities, incredibly tasty cuisine—it’s all waiting for you on a Europe cruise with Princess Cruises.

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Take in the entire view of Europe on a Princess Europe cruise. Europe has major highlights like St. Mark’s Basilica in Venice or the Casino in Monaco, but it also has amazing little known spots like the Mt. Floyen funicular in Bergen and the fairytale statues in Klaipeda, Lithuania. Highlighted below are some of the best ways to spend your time when cruising to Europe with Princess Cruises:

• Monte Carlo, Old Monaco, Royal Palace & Cathedral (Cannes, France) This is a grand tour of the uber rich principality of Monaco. Your first stop is the Casino, which is also an opera house with beautiful gardens. Then you’ll see the changing of the guard at the palace. After enjoying lunch at a charming restaurant, take a walking tour of the Old Town.  

• Legends of Witches’ Hill & Baltic Gold (Klaipeda, Lithuania) Visit the oldest fisherman’s village in Spit, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You’ll see wonderfully old houses and discover where amber was once mined. On the Hill of Witches there are 80 giant statues of characters from Lithuania fairytales, and you’ll learn their stories from your guide.  

• After Hours Visit to St. Mark’s Basilica (Venice, Italy) St. Mark’s Basilica is the focal point of Venice and you’ll get to experience it after its doors close – meaning, without all the crowds! Here you’ll learn about this churches history and see its beautiful mosaics and bronze statues. Be sure to note the marble floors and gilded walls.  

• Mt. Floyen Funicular & Hike (Bergen, Norway) The Funicular ride lasts 8 minutes and takes you up 1,000 feet for panoramic view of Bergen and its nearby fjords. You’ll then have a three-hour guided walk through the area. You’ll find some serenity in the beautiful woods and Skomakerdiket Lake.  

• Andalusian Horse School & Sherry Tasting (Seville, Spain) First learn about how fortified wine, known as sherry, is made. Then head to the Royal Andalusian School of Equestrian Art where you’ll learn about the breed known for their grace, speed and dancing ability. You’ll get to see the fancy footwork when the horses and their riders perform for you.  

• Peterhof Palace & Gardens (St. Petersburg, Russia) Peter the Great chose this swath of land to build his Peterhof Palace where you will be amazed at the furnishings and landscaping. He even helped design the fountains in the gardens. You’ll have a guided tour of the palace and have time to explore the grounds.  

Top 10 Princess Cruises Europe Cruises

• Regal Princess 12 NIGHT Europe - Western CRUISE Departing From Southampton, England (May 2024 - Sep 2025)
• Sun Princess 14 NIGHT Mediterranean CRUISE Departing From Piraeus (Athens), Greece (May 2024 - Sep 2025)
• Sun Princess 21 NIGHT Mediterranean CRUISE Departing From Piraeus (Athens), Greece (May 2024 - Sep 2025)
• Sun Princess 7 NIGHT Mediterranean CRUISE Departing From Piraeus (Athens), Greece (May 2024 - Oct 2025)
• Sky Princess 14 NIGHT Mediterranean CRUISE Departing From Southampton, England (May 2024 - Oct 2025)
• Sun Princess 14 NIGHT Mediterranean CRUISE Departing From Barcelona, Spain (May 2024 - Sep 2025)
• Sun Princess 21 NIGHT Mediterranean CRUISE Departing From Barcelona, Spain (May 2024 - Oct 2025)
• Sun Princess 7 NIGHT Mediterranean CRUISE Departing From Barcelona, Spain (May 2024 - Sep 2025)
• Sun Princess 14 NIGHT Mediterranean CRUISE Departing From Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy (May 2024 - Sep 2025)
• Sun Princess 21 NIGHT Mediterranean CRUISE Departing From Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy (May 2024 - Sep 2025)

Princess Cruises Europe Departure Ports

Learn more about each of the possible departure ports for a Europe cruise with Princess Cruises. Your Princess Cruises Europe cruise could leave from any of the following cities:

Discover imaginative architecture, impressive Spanish dishes and beautiful excursions into nature when you cruise to Barcelona, the capital of Catalonia.

A cruise to Civitavecchia is a chance for you to hop a quick train to Rome and explore the enormous history through ruins, galleries and The Vatican museums.

Istanbul, Turkey

Istanbul is a unique city that blends its two distinct influences – from its founding as the Christian capital of Constantinople to the Ottoman ruled Istanbul. Today you can discover both eras and the modern beauty in this thriving city.

Learn about the Greek gods and the early philosophy of Socrates when you visit the incredible ruins left in Athens, Greece. At night, go out and take in the culture with the modern Athenians.

The cruise port of Southampton features tons of diverse attractions that provide insight into England’s culture and storied past, including fortresses, gardens and national parks.

Photo Gallery for Princess Cruises Europe Cruises

Browse our photo gallery of Europe cruising photos from Princess Cruises. From the most famous landmarks in the world to some of the most breathtaking natural landscapes, Europe is truly spectacular. Take a look at these images of Princess Europe cruises for some great travel inspiration.

Grand Cascade Fountains in Peterhof Palace, Russia

Old town of Klaipeda, Lithuania

Plaza de Espana in Sevilla, Spain

Scenery of Bryggen in Bergen, Norway

St. Mark's Square in Venice, Italy

Monte Carlo Casino in Monte Carlo, Monaco

Princess Cruises off coast of Venice, Italy

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