Mediterranean, Adriatic and Greece

Overview

A 31-night voyage aboard Queen Victoria, departing Southampton on 4 May 2027 and arriving in Trieste, calling at 19 destinations along the way.

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   Day 1 ·Southampton, England, UKEmbark

   4 May 2027

   Step aboard in Southampton & straight into that holiday feeling. No flights, no hassle. Just the excitement of the days ahead and the promise of memorable moment. So, relax and raise a toast as the UK drifts from sight. Before you know it, you'll be watching your destination come into view. But where will it be ?
   
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   Day 2 ·At Sea

   5 May 2027
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   Day 3 ·At Sea

   6 May 2027
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   Day 4 ·Lisbon, Portugal

   7 May 2027

   Portugal's capital spreads its ancient sites on seven hills overlooking the Tagus River. Atop the highest hill, St. George's Castle overlooks the city. Balconies ablaze with geraniums and wrought iron lamps light up the medieval Alfama quarter. Sorrowful fados ring out from cafés in the Alto. Shoppers browse in the affluent Chiado district. A short drive away, deposed royalty once lived out their days in the opulent palaces of Estoril and Sintra.
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   Day 5 ·At Sea

   8 May 2027
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   Day 6 ·Cadiz (tours to Seville)

   9 May 2027

   Historic, mysterious and romantic, the Spanish city of Cadiz is unlike any other. Founded in about 1100 BC, it is generally accepted as the oldest continuously inhabited settlement in today’s Europe. But for the thin strip connecting it to the mainland to its south, Cadiz is an island of history and architecture that impresses at every turn through the streets of this charming ancient port
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   Day 7 ·At Sea

   10 May 2027
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   Day 8 ·Alicante, Spain

   11 May 2027

   Dubbed the ‘City of Light’ when founded by the Romans, Alicante is built around a natural harbour and is the main city and port of Spain’s Costa Blanca. A truly beautiful and chic Mediterranean feel.
   A leading beach resort in its own right, the city’s old town has a sophisticated Mediterranean feel. Wherever you wander, Alicante is a tranquil and reassuring place to explore.
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   Day 9 ·Valencia, Spain

   12 May 2027

   Valencia is an exhilarating mix of history, art and intellectual activity. Brave the 200 steps up to the summit of the amphitheatre, for a giddying panorama of orange rooftops and blue-domed churches.
   Valencia’s rich Hispanic culture is visible everywhere in the city’s architecture, often reflecting Roman, Visigoth, Moorish, and Aragonese traditions.
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    Day 10 ·Palma de Mallorca, Spain

    13 May 2027

    Stretch your legs on a palm-lined seafront promenade where stylish shops boast their wares and bar clientele settle back in their chairs with a hard few hours of people-watching ahead. Blissful!
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    Day 11 ·Barcelona, Spain

    14 May 2027

    Glimpse 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.
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    Day 12 ·At Sea

    15 May 2027
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    Day 13 ·Messina Strait (Transit)

    16 May 2027
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    Day 14 ·At Sea

    17 May 2027
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    Day 15 ·Piraeus (tours to Athens)

    18 May 2027

    Welcome 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.
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    Day 16 ·Dardanelles (Transit)

    19 May 2027
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    Day 17 ·Istanbul, Turkey

    20 May 2027

    Begin 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.
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    Day 18 ·Istanbul, Turkey

    21 May 2027

    Begin 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.
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    Day 19 ·Dardanelles (Transit)

    22 May 2027
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    Day 20 ·Kusadasi (tours to Ephesus)

    23 May 2027

    Kuşadası 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.
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    Day 21 ·Mykonos, Greek Isle

    24 May 2027

    Mykonos is the most sophisticated of the Greek Isles. Near the colourful town of winding streets, charming whitewashed houses and posh boutiques, you'll find perfect beaches to visit. For archaeology lovers, the sacred site of Delos is nearby.
    
    
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    Day 22 ·Katakolon (tours to Olympia)

    25 May 2027

    Katakolon 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.
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    Day 23 ·Messina Strait (Transit)

    26 May 2027
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    Day 24 ·Sorrento (tours to Capri or Pompeii)

    27 May 2027

    Perched on the rugged Almafi coast, Sorrento is best known for its laid-back cafés and beaches. Oozing southern Italian charm, this is the place to relax and cherish every moment, admist the peaceful lemon groves.
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    Day 25 ·Civitavecchia (tours to Rome)

    28 May 2027

    Take 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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    Day 26 ·At Sea

    29 May 2027
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    Day 27 ·Valletta, Malta

    30 May 2027

    For more than 250 years, this was the last stronghold of the Knights of Malta. An optional excursion reveals the Grand Master's Palace, doubtless one of the Mediterranean's finest treasures.
    
    
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    Day 28 ·At Sea

    31 May 2027
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    Day 29 ·Kotor

    1 Jun 2027

    Nestled deep in an atmospheric and secluded bay, the fortified city of Kotor in Montenegro is steeped in history. Characterized by winding streets and squares its magic and attraction are undeniable.
    Kotor’s ninth-century walls blend into the mountainside by day, but then bathe in light when night falls. Within these dramatic walls lies a town of mazes of walkways and irresistible charm.
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    Day 30 ·Split (Croatia)

    2 Jun 2027

    A vast third-century compound, The Palace of Diocletianis is Split’s main attraction. Its fortresslike complex houses an arched entrance court, temples, mausoleums, statues and even Egyptian Sphinxes.
    Gorge on an emperor’s banquet of delicious local fish and cheeses on Dalmatia’s coast – it’s a fitting feast after exploring the white Roman palace.
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    Day 31 ·Zadar, Croatia

    3 Jun 2027

    Zadar is a historic place, with Roman ruins and medieval churches to explore. Meanwhile, the cosmopolitan cafés and restaurants are great places to relax and enjoy the town’s distinct ambience.
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    Day 32 ·Trieste, ItalyDisembark

    4 Jun 2027

    A little slice of eternal Italy that sits between Slovenia and the Adriatic Coast. Trieste is a charming destination which has been furnished decorously by grandeur and royalty through the centuries.
    The heart of the medieval old city and its neo-classical Austrian quarter offer great expressions of this seaport’s colourful past. The food is divine, the culture vibrant, and ambience quite unique.

Your ship: Queen Victoria