Princess Cruises · Booking & changes
What if the price drops after I book?
The answer
Checked 2026-09-24Better Than Best Price Guarantee — for a set booking window
- Applies to eligible bookings made between December 16, 2024 and December 15, 2025 for 2026 or 2027 cruises.
- Find a lower fare before final payment and file the claim form. Princess verifies it and matches the difference.
- The fare must match exactly: same ship, sail dates, stateroom category, number of guests and fare type.
In one sentence — Princess Cruises: Better Than Best Price Guarantee — for a set booking window. Applies to eligible bookings made between December 16, 2024 and December 15, 2025 for 2026 or 2027 cruises. Find a lower fare before final payment and file the claim form. Princess verifies it and matches the difference. The fare must match exactly: same ship, sail dates, stateroom category, number of guests and fare type. Read from Princess Cruises's own published policy on 2026-09-24. Cruise lines change policies without notice — confirm with Princess Cruises before relying on this.
Why this one catches people out
Some lines will adjust your fare or give onboard credit before final payment. Most will not say so unless you ask.
Where this came from
https://www.princess.com/plan/best-price-guaranteeWe read these policies from each cruise line's own pages and record the date we read them. Lines change their rules without notice. Always confirm with the cruise line before you rely on anything here.