Mediterranean, Greece and Turkey

Overview

A 16-night voyage aboard Queen Victoria, departing Istanbul on 8 Oct 2027 and arriving in Southampton, calling at 10 destinations along the way.

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   Day 1 ·Istanbul, TurkeyEmbark

   8 Oct 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 2 ·Dardanelles (Transit)

   9 Oct 2027
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   Day 3 ·Kusadasi (tours to Ephesus)

   10 Oct 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 4 ·Rhodes, Greece

   11 Oct 2027

   Red-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.
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   Day 5 ·At Sea

   12 Oct 2027
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   Day 6 ·Katakolon (tours to Olympia)

   13 Oct 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 7 ·Messina Strait (Transit)

   14 Oct 2027
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   Day 8 ·Civitavecchia (tours to Rome)

   15 Oct 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 9 ·At Sea

   16 Oct 2027
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    Day 10 ·Palma de Mallorca, Spain

    17 Oct 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 ·Ibiza, Spain

    18 Oct 2027

    This 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.
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    Day 12 ·Cartagena,Spain

    19 Oct 2027

    A historic and major naval station located in the Region of Murcia by the Mediterranean coast of southeastern Spain, Cartagena’s multi-faceted beauty is thanks to centuries of often-turbulent change.
    Cartagena enjoys a unique artistic heritage, with landmarks such as the Roman Theatre, an abundance of Phoenician, Roman, Byzantine and Moorish remains, and many delightful Art Nouveau buildings.
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    Day 13 ·At Sea

    20 Oct 2027
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    Day 14 ·Lisbon, Portugal

    21 Oct 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 15 ·At Sea

    22 Oct 2027
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    Day 16 ·At Sea

    23 Oct 2027
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    Day 17 ·Southampton, England, UKDisembark

    24 Oct 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 ?
    

Your ship: Queen Victoria