Princess Cruises - The Largest- Ever Europe Season Coming in 2028

For travelers dreaming of exploring Europe by sea, 2028 is shaping up to be an extraordinary year.

Princess Cruises has announced its most expansive Europe season ever, featuring 291 departures across 150 unique itineraries aboard six ships sailing throughout Northern Europe, the Mediterranean, and on Transatlantic voyages. The newly released season is now on sale and offers sailings ranging from seven to 53 days, visiting 128 destinations across 37 countries.

One of the standout features of the season is the opportunity for deeper destination immersion. Travelers will have access to 101 UNESCO World Heritage Sites and enjoy 32 late-night or overnight stays, providing additional time to experience destinations after dark and connect more authentically with local culture.

New Destinations and an Epic New Voyage

Among the highlights for 2028 are Princess Cruises’ first-ever calls to Galway and Killybegs, introducing guests to Ireland’s rugged and culturally rich western coast.

The season also marks the debut of the new Pole-to-Pole Odyssey, a 53-day voyage linking Antarctica and the Arctic. Designed as an extended exploration experience, the itinerary showcases dramatic landscapes, diverse cultures, and remarkable destinations across both hemispheres.

A Focus on Culture and Local Connection

Beyond traditional sightseeing, Princess Cruises is emphasizing cultural immersion through its Princess Local Connections program and elevated “Ultimate” shore excursions.

These experiences are designed to connect travelers with local people, traditions, and cuisine through activities developed with regional experts and supported by the cruise line’s Guaranteed Return to Ship promise.

Guests may find themselves making pasta with an Italian family, exploring Indigenous Sami traditions in Arctic Norway, participating in artisan workshops at Royal Delft in the Netherlands, or enjoying guided visits to landmarks such as Mont Saint-Michel and ancient Athens.

The extended port times, late departures, and overnight stays allow travelers to experience destinations when local life is often at its most vibrant.

Northern Europe: Dramatic Landscapes and Authentic Experiences

Princess Cruises’ Northern Europe itineraries focus on smaller ports, striking natural scenery, and authentic cultural experiences.

Highlights include Norway’s renowned fjords, Ireland’s western coastline through maiden calls to Galway and Killybegs, and destinations shaped by centuries of maritime heritage and regional traditions.

Travelers can also take advantage of late-night and overnight stays in:

• Stockholm

• Hamburg

• Tromsø

• Amsterdam

• Copenhagen

• Belfast

• Reykjavik

  
  

These extended visits provide the opportunity to experience each city beyond typical daytime touring.

Mediterranean Classics with Deeper Exploration

For those drawn to Europe’s most iconic destinations, Princess Cruises’ Mediterranean voyages combine famous landmarks with immersive local experiences.

Guests can explore ancient sites in Athens, Pompeii, and Ephesus before discovering the character and energy of cities such as Barcelona, Lisbon, Dubrovnik, and Florence.

The Mediterranean season also includes late-night and overnight stays in several popular ports, including:

• Istanbul

• Mykonos

• Ibiza

• Valletta

• Split

• Lisbon

• La Spezia (Florence/Pisa)

  
  

These extended visits create more opportunities to experience local culture, cuisine, and nightlife.

Transatlantic Voyages That Turn Travel Into Vacation

Princess Cruises is also positioning its Transatlantic voyages as a relaxed alternative to flying.

Rather than treating transportation as simply a means to an end, these sailings make the journey itself part of the vacation experience. Routes connect Europe with North and South America while offering a slower pace and calls to destinations such as the Canary Islands, Madeira, the Azores, Bermuda, and Morocco.

The new Pole-to-Pole Odyssey is also included among the season’s signature long-distance voyage offerings.

With more ships, more itineraries, new destinations, and the introduction of the Pole-to-Pole Odyssey, Princess Cruises’ 2028 Europe season offers its largest and most diverse collection of European voyages to date.

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