28 nightsFrom Barcelona18 ports of call
Istanbul, Greek Islands and Mediterranean
Cunard · Queen Victoria
Overview
A 28-night voyage aboard Queen Victoria, departing Barcelona on 7 Sept 2026 and arriving in Civitavecchia, Rome, calling at 18 destinations along the way.
BarcelonaIbizaAjaccioMessina, ItalySalernoCivitavecchia, RomeMarseille, FranceNice (Villefranche)Genoa, ItalyLa SpeziaCivitavecchia, RomeRhodesKusadasiIstanbulAthens (Piraeus), GreeceSouda BayOlympia (Katakolon), GreeceCivitavecchia, Rome
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Itinerary
28 nights · 31 ports of call- 1
Day 1 ·Barcelona, SpainEmbark
7 Sept 2026Depart 18:00Glimpse Barcelona's remarkable architecture as you tour the city. Or experience Monsterrat, legendary home of the Knights of the Holy Grail. There's also a host of art galleries, museums and elegant shops to explore. - 2
Day 2 ·Ibiza, Spain
8 Sept 2026Arrive 11:30Depart 21:00This island is small, but packed full of stunning sights and places to explore. With active nightlife and beautiful beaches to discover, a visit to Ibiza is sure to be a fond memory for years to come.
Your guide to Ibiza.
This iconic island destination was reputedly founded as early as 654BC by Phoenician settlers, and its rocky peaks combine beautifully with the azure waters of the Mediterranean Sea. Though the city is renowned for its club culture and electronic dance music scene, Ibiza has a wealth of cultural and historic riches to offer. Large portions of the island are protected as World Heritage Sites and the Renaissance walls of the Old Town are among few examples of their type left in the world. You’re sure to feel the intoxicating energy of Ibiza, whether you’re peering over ancient fortifications or sunbathing on internationally esteemed beaches. - 3
Day 3 ·At Sea
9 Sept 2026 - 4
Day 4 ·Ajaccio, Corsica
10 Sept 2026Arrive 08:00Depart 17:00This island famed as Napoleon's birthplace is a perfect summer resort. Explore its fine sandy beaches and deep forests of pine and chestnut, which cover more than half the landscape. - 5
Day 5 ·At Sea
11 Sept 2026 - 6
Day 6 ·Messina Strait (Transit)
12 Sept 2026Arrive 05:00Depart 06:30 - 6
Day 6 ·Messina, Sicily, Italy
12 Sept 2026Arrive 08:00Depart 18:00This Sicilian harbour has much to offer in the way of history and beauty. Its museum is noteworthy for its Renaissance masterworks. Nearby, the fashionable resort of Taormina awaits on an optional excursion. - 7
Day 7 ·Salerno (tours to Capri or Pompeii)
13 Sept 2026Arrive 07:00Depart 18:00As you visit the capital of Campania in southwestern Italy, you will find there are three sides to the Salerno story. Discover its pioneering spirit, triumph over adversity and its distinct character.
Tour the old town for a taste of Salerno’s creativity and trading credentials. Be sure to visit its wonderful botanical gardens and learn about the health benefits they’ve brought to the world. - 8
Day 8 ·Amalfi Coast sail by
13 Sept 2026Arrive 19:00Depart 19:45 - 8
Day 8 ·Civitavecchia (tours to Rome)
14 Sept 2026Arrive 05:00Depart 19:00Take a veritable journey through time as you stroll past the Colosseum, custodian of almost 2000 years of history, to the elegant streets of Rome which are home to the top names in fashion. - 9
Day 9 ·At Sea
15 Sept 2026 - 10
Day 10 ·Marseille, France
16 Sept 2026Arrive 08:00Depart 18:00France's largest port is a lively mix of cultural influences, and home to more than a million inhabitants. Sip an espresso at a café on the Cours Julien, to capture the Marseille of old. - 11
Day 11 ·Villefranche, France
17 Sept 2026Arrive 08:00Depart 18:00For art lovers, Villefranche is your gateway to museums displaying the works of Matisse and Chagal. From this picturesque port on the French Riviera, indulge in a day trip to fabulous Monte Carlo. - 12
Day 12 ·Genoa, Italy
18 Sept 2026Arrive 08:00Depart 21:00If you are beginning or ending your cruise in Genoa, consider leaving some time for shopping in Milan. Perhaps you wish to extend your stay at a fine hotel in Rome or Venice. - 13
Day 13 ·La Spezia (tours to Florence or Pisa)
19 Sept 2026Arrive 07:00Depart 19:00Tucked into the Ligurian coastline between the cities of Genoa and Pisa, the charming and atmospheric La Spezia is one of Italy’s most important commercial harbours and home to its largest naval base.
La Spezia is also the gateway to the UNESCO World Heritage Site Cinque Terre, a collection of five fantasy-like coastal villages perched immaculately on the contours of the coastline. - 14
Day 14 ·At Sea
20 Sept 2026 - 15
Day 15 ·Civitavecchia (tours to Rome)
21 Sept 2026Arrive 05:00Depart 19:00Take a veritable journey through time as you stroll past the Colosseum, custodian of almost 2000 years of history, to the elegant streets of Rome which are home to the top names in fashion. - 17
Day 17 ·Messina Strait (Transit)
22 Sept 2026Arrive 14:00Depart 15:30 - 17
Day 17 ·At Sea
23 Sept 2026 - 18
Day 18 ·Rhodes, Greece
24 Sept 2026Arrive 08:00Depart 18:00Red-roofed houses sitting neatly in rows beneath the imposing Grand Balace and the medieval city wall make this one of the Mediterranean's most beautiful towns. Particularly special when bathed in orange light at sunset. - 19
Day 19 ·Kusadasi (tours to Ephesus)
25 Sept 2026Arrive 08:00Depart 18:00Kuşadası is a beach resort town on Turkey’s western Aegean coast. A jumping-off point for visiting the classical ruins at nearby Ephesus (or Efes), it’s also a major cruise ship destination. Its seafront promenade, marina, and harbor are lined with hotels and restaurants. - 21
Day 21 ·Dardanelles (Transit)
26 Sept 2026Arrive 16:30Depart 20:00 - 21
Day 21 ·Istanbul, Turkey
27 Sept 2026Arrive 08:00Begin or end your cruise in the world's only city astride two continents. You will almost certainly want to stay on her shores for a day or two at a hotel, or on a land extension to Capadoccia. - 22
Day 22 ·Istanbul, Turkey
28 Sept 2026Depart 20:00Begin or end your cruise in the world's only city astride two continents. You will almost certainly want to stay on her shores for a day or two at a hotel, or on a land extension to Capadoccia. - 23
Day 23 ·Dardanelles (Transit)
29 Sept 2026Arrive 05:00Depart 12:00 - 24
Day 24 ·Piraeus (tours to Athens)
30 Sept 2026Arrive 05:30Depart 19:00Welcome to the “Birthplace of Modern Democracy”, a city whose architectural, art and political triumphs are a universal legacy. Dominating the skyline, the ancient Acropolis is a monument to Western civilization. Discover its perfectly proportioned Parthenon, built during the Golden Age of Peracles, and the Ereichtheon with its maiden columns. Stroll through the ancient columns of the Stoa, where Plato once lectured. Then for lighter fare, come explore the twisting lanes and lively tavernas of the Plaka. - 25
Day 25 ·Souda Bay (for Chania)
1 Oct 2026Arrive 08:00Depart 18:00Souda Bay is a bay and natural harbour near the town of Souda on the northwest coast of the Greek island of Crete. The bay is overlooked on both sides by the pretty hills of Akrotiri and Cape Drapano. - 26
Day 26 ·Katakolon (tours to Olympia)
2 Oct 2026Arrive 09:00Depart 18:00Katakolon is an attractive port set against a backdrop of rolling mountains, giving way to the Ionian Sea and separating the ocean from the Gulf of Kyparissia. This is a stunning step into the past.
From Katakolon, visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site and ancient wonder Olympia, with extensive and well-preserved ruins that include a stadium and temples dedicated to the gods Hera and Zeus. - 28
Day 28 ·Messina Strait (Transit)
3 Oct 2026Arrive 12:00Depart 13:30 - 28
Day 28 ·At Sea
4 Oct 2026 - 29
Day 29 ·Civitavecchia (tours to Rome)Disembark
5 Oct 2026Arrive 05:00Take a veritable journey through time as you stroll past the Colosseum, custodian of almost 2000 years of history, to the elegant streets of Rome which are home to the top names in fashion.
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