- Guest-Inspired Package Enhancements: Princess Cruises is updating its popular Premier and Plus packages for 2026 sailings based on direct feedback from its guests.
- New Shore Excursion Credit: The Princess Premier package has been enhanced to include a new shore excursion credit, with the value varying by the length of the cruise.
- Expanded Dining for Plus Package: The Princess Plus package now includes two additional casual dining meals, bringing the total to four per voyage.
- Focus on Value and Flexibility: The updated packages are designed to provide greater flexibility and value, with a focus on the most desired amenities like dining and shore excursions.
In a wonderful move that places guest preferences at the forefront, Princess Cruises is enhancing its popular Premier and Plus packages to offer even more value and flexibility. These thoughtfully updated packages, available for booking for 2026 voyages, are a direct reflection of guest feedback and the cruise line’s commitment to creating a more rewarding and personalized vacation experience.
The enhancements bring exciting new benefits that travelers have been asking for. The top-tier Princess Premier package will now include a generous shore excursion credit, providing a fantastic opportunity for guests to explore incredible destinations. At the same time, the popular Princess Plus package is being enriched with two additional casual dining meals per voyage, allowing for even more culinary discovery onboard. These additions are designed to make the all-inclusive experience more seamless and enjoyable.
Alfredo Jimenez, Princess Cruises’ Vice President of Onboard Revenue, shared that these evolutions are all about delivering what guests truly desire. While some lesser-used perks are being streamlined to make way for these new benefits, the core value of the packages remains stronger than ever. This is a beautiful step forward, ensuring every Princess cruise is packed with meaningful extras and unforgettable moments.
The price does go up a bit.
- Princess Premier Package pre-cruise pricing will be $100 per person per day (previously $90).
- Princess Plus Package pre-cruise pricing will be $65 per person per day (previously $60).
- For new Sphere class ships, Sun Princess and Star Princess, pre-cruise pricing will be $105 per person per day for Princess Premier Packages and $70 per person per day for Princess Plus Package.
These packages offer great savings between 50%-70% savings compared to purchasing the components separately.
Here is the information directly from Princess:
Princess Cruises Enhances Popular Premier and Plus Packages with New Benefits
New pricing reflects added value, with more dining choices and shore excursion credits
FT. LAUDERDALE, Fla., July 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Reinforcing its commitment to putting guests at the heart of every decision, Princess Cruises today announced thoughtful updates to its popular Premier and Plus packages that go on sale tomorrow, July 22, for voyages sailing in 2026, offering even greater flexibility and benefits travelers have been asking for. The refreshed packages now include highly requested additions such as extra casual dining options and generous shore excursion credits.
For the new packages, the Princess Premier Package pre-cruise pricing will be $100 per person per day (previously $90) and the Princess Plus Package pre-cruise pricing will be $65 per person per day (previously $60). For new Sphere class ships, Sun Princess and Star Princess, pre-cruise pricing will be $105 per person per day for Princess Premier Packages and $70 per person per day for Princess Plus Package. These packages offer great savings between 50%-70% savings compared to purchasing the components separately*.
“By thoughtfully evolving our packages, we’re ensuring they reflect what our guests truly desire, more flexibility, enhanced culinary experiences, and opportunities to explore ashore, all the while retaining the exceptional benefits they’ve come to expect,” said Alfredo Jimenez, Princess Cruises Vice President, Onboard Revenue. “Ultimately, it’s about delivering an even more rewarding and personalized vacation experience.”
Highlights of the package updates include:
- Premier Package: Adds a new shore excursion credit, varying by voyage length: $100 (6–9 days), $200 (10–20 days), and up to $300 for voyages of 21+ days. The package still includes unlimited Premier Beverage Package, unlimited casual and specialty dining, four device wi-fi, fees waived for OceanNow® and room service delivery, unlimited digital professional photos, reserved seating for theatrical shows, and daily crew appreciation.
- Plus Package: Now features two more casual dining meals per voyage, for a total of four. The package still includes the Plus Beverage Package, single device wi-fi, fees waived for OceanNow® and room service delivery, and daily crew appreciation
To make way for these guest-inspired enhancements, select package features with lower usage – such as premium desserts, juice bar access, Medallion shipping, fitness classes, and Princess prizes – will be removed.
Princess Cruises remains dedicated to refining its offerings based on direct guest input—ensuring every voyage is packed with unforgettable moments and meaningful extras.
More details on the updated Premier and Plus packages can be found at https://princess.com/