Cunard luxury cruise itinerary

Queen Elizabeth Itinerary 2027

Southampton, England, UK to Trieste, Italy

Voyage Q710C | 33 days Dates May 2 June 4 2027 Ship Queen Elizabeth

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Queen Elizabeth Voyage Q710C itinerary map from Southampton, England, UK to Trieste, Italy
Queen Elizabeth Voyage Q710C itinerary map

May 2 June 4 2027 · Voyage Q710C

Ports & shore experiences

Official Cunard voyage: Mediterranean, Greek Islands And Adriatic, 33 Nights

Each published destination is shown once. Select a panel for its verified schedule and planning notes; repeated calls are combined without changing their individual dates or times.

May 2, 2027 Southampton, England, UK UK · Departure 16:30

About Southampton, England, UK

Southampton is one of Britain’s principal passenger ports, with maritime history, surviving medieval walls and a compact cultural quarter near the waterfront. The city also serves as a gateway to southern England, but destinations farther afield require substantial road time. Terminal location, traffic and embarkation procedures should guide any additional sightseeing.

Shore planning

No voyage-specific shore-experience list is available in the current verified Cunard data for this call. Deluxe Cruises can help review suitable options closer to departure.

May 3, 2027; May 5, 2027; May 7, 2027; May 10, 2027; May 15, 2027; May 17, 2027; May 29, 2027; May 31, 2027 At Sea International waters · No port call

A day aboard Queen Elizabeth

May 3, 2027, May 5, 2027, May 7, 2027, May 10, 2027, May 15, 2027, May 17, 2027, May 29, 2027, May 31, 2027 are scheduled without a port call. The published itinerary identifies these dates as time at sea.

Planning note

There is no shore call on this itinerary stage. Onboard activities and times are confirmed aboard the ship, so no unverified program details are shown here.

May 4, 2027 La Coruna (tours to Santiago d e Compostela), Spain Spain · 08:00-17:00

About La Coruna (tours to Santiago d e Compostela), Spain

A Coruña is a handsome Galician port wrapped around a broad Atlantic bay. Glass-fronted galleries give the waterfront its distinctive appearance, while the ancient Tower of Hercules stands on a dramatic coastal headland. Old-town squares, seafood taverns and breezy promenades introduce the maritime culture of northwestern Spain with clarity and charm.

Shore planning

No voyage-specific shore-experience list is available in the current verified Cunard data for this call. Deluxe Cruises can help review suitable options closer to departure.

May 6, 2027 Leixoes (tours to Porto), Portugal Portugal · 08:00-17:00

About Leixoes (tours to Porto), Portugal

Leixões is the principal cruise port for Porto and northern Portugal. Porto’s steep riverside neighborhoods, tiled churches, iron bridges and historic wine lodges line the Douro, while nearby Matosinhos is known for seafood and beaches. Transfer time and the city’s hills should be considered when planning a comfortable visit.

Shore planning

No voyage-specific shore-experience list is available in the current verified Cunard data for this call. Deluxe Cruises can help review suitable options closer to departure.

May 8, 2027 Gibraltar Country not published · 08:00-18:00

About Gibraltar

Gibraltar occupies a strategic headland where the Mediterranean approaches the Atlantic. The limestone Rock dominates views and shelters historic defenses, caves and a compact town with British and Mediterranean influences. From elevated points, clear conditions may reveal two continents and the busy strait below, while resident macaques add a distinctive local presence.

Shore planning

No voyage-specific shore-experience list is available in the current verified Cunard data for this call. Deluxe Cruises can help review suitable options closer to departure.

May 9, 2027 Tangier, Morocco Morocco · 08:00-18:00

About Tangier, Morocco

Tangier overlooks the Strait of Gibraltar where Atlantic and Mediterranean routes meet. Its hillside medina leads toward the Kasbah, markets and viewpoints across the water to Europe. Layers of Moroccan, Andalusian and international influence appear in architecture, cafés and cuisine, while the surrounding coast adds caves and broad seascapes.

Shore planning

No voyage-specific shore-experience list is available in the current verified Cunard data for this call. Deluxe Cruises can help review suitable options closer to departure.

May 11, 2027 Cartagena, Spain Spain · 08:00-18:00

About Cartagena, Spain

Cartagena's harbor is guarded by hills and a chain of forts that reflect its long role as a Spanish naval base. The compact center contains Roman theater remains, modernist façades and shaded pedestrian streets. Regional seafood, salted fish and nearby Murcia vineyards connect the city's layered history with southeastern Spain's culinary landscape.

Shore planning

No voyage-specific shore-experience list is available in the current verified Cunard data for this call. Deluxe Cruises can help review suitable options closer to departure.

May 12, 2027 Alicante, Spain Spain · 08:00-18:00

About Alicante, Spain

Alicante brings together a lively Mediterranean waterfront, palm-lined promenades and a compact historic quarter beneath Santa Bárbara Castle. Markets, tiled squares and seafood restaurants introduce the character of Spain’s Costa Blanca. The elevated fortress provides sweeping coastal views, while nearby beaches offer a contrasting, slower way to experience the port city.

Shore planning

No voyage-specific shore-experience list is available in the current verified Cunard data for this call. Deluxe Cruises can help review suitable options closer to departure.

May 13, 2027 Palma De Mallorca, Spain Spain · 08:00-18:00

About Palma De Mallorca, Spain

Palma gathers around a magnificent Gothic cathedral rising above Mallorca’s broad bay. Behind the waterfront, stone lanes connect courtyards, artisan shops, markets and traces of the city’s Arab and Jewish heritage. Modernist architecture and lively tapas bars enrich the center, while the island beyond offers mountain villages, olive groves and secluded coves.

Shore planning

No voyage-specific shore-experience list is available in the current verified Cunard data for this call. Deluxe Cruises can help review suitable options closer to departure.

May 14, 2027 Barcelona, Spain Spain · 07:00-18:00

About Barcelona, Spain

Barcelona pairs a Mediterranean waterfront with a layered cityscape of Roman remains, Gothic lanes and Catalan modernist architecture. Gaudí's Sagrada Família and Park Güell contrast with the intimate squares of the old city. Food markets, tapas bars, design studios and the hill of Montjuïc make culture, cuisine and urban scenery easy to combine.

Shore planning

No voyage-specific shore-experience list is available in the current verified Cunard data for this call. Deluxe Cruises can help review suitable options closer to departure.

May 16, 2027; May 26, 2027 Messina Strait, Italy (Transit) Italy · Published transit or scenic-cruising stage · 06:00-07:30 · 19:00-20:30

About Messina Strait, Italy (Transit)

The Strait of Messina separates Sicily from mainland Calabria and has carried Mediterranean traffic since antiquity. A shipboard transit may reveal coastal cities, steep hills and the waters associated with the myths of Scylla and Charybdis. Traffic, currents, daylight and operational timing determine the precise route and views.

Planning note

No shore experience is shown because this is a published transit or scenic-cruising stage rather than a port call.

May 16, 2027 Messina, Sicily, Italy Italy · 09:00-18:00

About Messina, Sicily, Italy

Messina occupies Sicily’s northeastern tip beside the narrow strait separating the island from mainland Italy. Its cathedral square features an elaborate astronomical clock, and waterfront monuments recall a city repeatedly rebuilt after earthquakes and war. The port provides access to Taormina, Mount Etna and villages overlooking the Ionian coast.

Shore planning

No voyage-specific shore-experience list is available in the current verified Cunard data for this call. Deluxe Cruises can help review suitable options closer to departure.

May 18, 2027 Piraeus (tours to Athens), Greece Greece · 05:30-19:00

About Piraeus (tours to Athens), Greece

Piraeus is Greece’s great maritime gateway and the natural starting point for Athens. The capital brings classical landmarks, renowned museums, neoclassical streets and animated modern neighborhoods into one compelling day. Around the Acropolis, ancient history remains remarkably present, while markets and cafés reveal the rhythm of contemporary Greek urban life.

Shore planning

No voyage-specific shore-experience list is available in the current verified Cunard data for this call. Deluxe Cruises can help review suitable options closer to departure.

May 19, 2027; May 22, 2027 Dardanelles Strait, Turkey (Transit) Turkey · Published transit or scenic-cruising stage · 16:30-20:00 · Arrival 05:00

About Dardanelles Strait, Turkey (Transit)

The Dardanelles is a narrow Turkish waterway linking the Aegean Sea with the Sea of Marmara. A transit passes shores associated with ancient Troy, Ottoman defenses and the Gallipoli campaign. Views occur from the ship, while traffic control, daylight, weather and operational requirements determine timing and the most visible landmarks.

Planning note

No shore experience is shown because this is a published transit or scenic-cruising stage rather than a port call.

May 20–21, 2027 Istanbul, Turkey Turkey · Overnight or multi-day stay · Arrival 08:00 · Final departure 20:00

About Istanbul, Turkey

Istanbul spans Europe and Asia across the Bosphorus, layering Byzantine, Ottoman and modern city life around a busy natural waterway. Sultanahmet brings together Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque and Topkapı Palace, while the Grand Bazaar, Galata lanes, waterfront neighborhoods and ferry crossings reveal a city shaped by trade, faith and migration.

Shore planning

No voyage-specific shore-experience list is available in the current verified Cunard data for this call. Deluxe Cruises can help review suitable options closer to departure.

May 23, 2027 Kusadasi (tours to Ephesus), Turkey Turkey · 08:00-18:00

About Kusadasi (tours to Ephesus), Turkey

Kusadasi is an Aegean port best known as the gateway to Ephesus, one of the Mediterranean’s most impressive ancient cities. Marble streets, monumental façades and terrace houses illuminate Roman urban life. The surrounding region also holds early Christian landmarks, rural villages and coastal scenery, offering several layers of western Turkey’s history.

Shore planning

No voyage-specific shore-experience list is available in the current verified Cunard data for this call. Deluxe Cruises can help review suitable options closer to departure.

May 24, 2027 Mykonos, Greece Greece · 08:00-18:00

About Mykonos, Greece

Mykonos is a windswept Cycladic island recognized for whitewashed houses, blue-domed chapels and granite-edged coves. In Chora, narrow lanes wind between boutiques, cafés and traditional churches before reaching Little Venice and the hilltop windmills. Away from town, beaches, dry-stone landscapes and the nearby archaeological island of Delos broaden its cultural setting.

Shore planning

No voyage-specific shore-experience list is available in the current verified Cunard data for this call. Deluxe Cruises can help review suitable options closer to departure.

May 25, 2027 Katakolon (tours to Olympia), Greece Greece · 08:00-18:00

About Katakolon (tours to Olympia), Greece

Katakolon is a small port on Greece’s western Peloponnese and the principal cruise gateway to ancient Olympia. The archaeological site and museum interpret the sanctuary that gave rise to the Olympic Games, while the harbor village offers a slower alternative. Road time and summer heat should be included in planning.

Shore planning

No voyage-specific shore-experience list is available in the current verified Cunard data for this call. Deluxe Cruises can help review suitable options closer to departure.

May 27, 2027 Sorrento (tours to Capri or Pompeii), Italy Italy · 08:00-18:00

About Sorrento (tours to Capri or Pompeii), Italy

Sorrento occupies a tufa plateau above the Bay of Naples, with views toward Vesuvius and deep ravines cutting through the town. Lanes around Piazza Tasso lead to cloisters, citrus gardens and artisan workshops. Lemon-based specialties and seafood express local flavors, while Capri, Pompeii and the Amalfi Coast sit within reach.

Shore planning

No voyage-specific shore-experience list is available in the current verified Cunard data for this call. Deluxe Cruises can help review suitable options closer to departure.

May 28, 2027 Civitavecchia (tours to Rome), Italy Italy · 05:00-19:00

About Civitavecchia (tours to Rome), Italy

Civitavecchia is the principal maritime gateway to Rome, placing the capital’s ancient monuments, Renaissance art and animated piazzas within reach of a full touring day. The journey inland requires planning, so travelers should weigh transit time against priorities. Civitavecchia itself retains a working harbor, waterfront promenade and traces of historic fortification.

Shore planning

No voyage-specific shore-experience list is available in the current verified Cunard data for this call. Deluxe Cruises can help review suitable options closer to departure.

May 30, 2027 Valletta, Malta Malta · 08:00-18:00

About Valletta, Malta

Valletta is a compact fortified capital built in honey-colored limestone above Malta's Grand Harbour. Its UNESCO-listed grid contains ornate churches, auberges and balconies, with Saint John's Co-Cathedral displaying a richly decorated interior. Upper Barrakka Gardens survey the harbor and Three Cities, while steep streets reveal the island's layered maritime history.

Shore planning

No voyage-specific shore-experience list is available in the current verified Cunard data for this call. Deluxe Cruises can help review suitable options closer to departure.

June 1, 2027 Kotor, Montenegro Montenegro · 08:00-18:00

About Kotor, Montenegro

Kotor lies at the end of a mountain-ringed bay, its fortified old town compressed between steep limestone slopes and the Adriatic waters of Montenegro. Medieval lanes connect Romanesque churches, small squares and stone palaces within UNESCO-listed defenses. A climb toward the hillside fortifications opens wide views across the Bay of Kotor.

Shore planning

No voyage-specific shore-experience list is available in the current verified Cunard data for this call. Deluxe Cruises can help review suitable options closer to departure.

June 2, 2027 Split, Croatia Croatia · 08:00-18:00

About Split, Croatia

Split grew within and around the Roman emperor Diocletian's vast waterfront palace, now the living heart of its UNESCO-listed old city. Stone passages open onto cafes, markets and the Cathedral of Saint Domnius, while the Riva promenade faces the harbor. Marjan Hill adds pine-shaded paths, viewpoints and small historic chapels.

Shore planning

No voyage-specific shore-experience list is available in the current verified Cunard data for this call. Deluxe Cruises can help review suitable options closer to departure.

June 3, 2027 Zadar, Croatia Croatia · 08:00-18:00

About Zadar, Croatia

Zadar is a historic Adriatic city where Roman remains, medieval churches and polished stone streets occupy a compact peninsula. The modern Sea Organ and Greeting to the Sun connect the old waterfront with contemporary design. Berth location, summer heat and crowds should be considered when adding beaches or inland landscapes.

Shore planning

No voyage-specific shore-experience list is available in the current verified Cunard data for this call. Deluxe Cruises can help review suitable options closer to departure.

June 4, 2027 Trieste, Italy Italy · Arrival 05:00

About Trieste, Italy

Trieste is an Adriatic city shaped by Italian, Austro-Hungarian and Slavic influences. Grand waterfront squares, literary cafés, the old port and hillside neighborhoods reveal its borderland character, while Miramare Castle overlooks the gulf nearby. Wind, terminal location and regional traffic should be considered when planning beyond the center.

Shore planning

No voyage-specific shore-experience list is available in the current verified Cunard data for this call. Deluxe Cruises can help review suitable options closer to departure.

Please note: Voyage-specific shore-experience lists and activity levels were not available in the verified Cunard data used for this update. Confirm suitable options with Deluxe Cruises closer to sailing. No excursion prices or cruise-line links are included on this page.

A closer look at this sailing

Southampton, England, UK to Trieste, Italy aboard Queen Elizabeth

Cunard presents Southampton, England, UK to Trieste, Italy aboard Queen Elizabeth on 2 May–4 June 2027, travelling from Southampton, England, UK to Trieste, Italy.

Across this extended itinerary, representative stages in chronological order run from Southampton, England, UK through Tangier, Morocco, Alicante, Spain, Messina Strait, Italy (Transit), Dardanelles Strait, Turkey (Transit), Mykonos, Greece, Sorrento (tours to Capri or Pompeii), Italy, and Kotor, Montenegro before reaching Trieste, Italy. For Queen Elizabeth on 2 May–4 June 2027, 8 sea days create a strong balance between the published destination stages and time under way.

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Luxury cruise planning summary

Queen Elizabeth May 2-June 4 2027: is Voyage Q710C right for you?

This 33-day voyage aboard Queen Elizabeth sails Southampton, England, UK to Trieste, Italy, with calls including La Coruna (tours to Santiago d e Compostela), Leixoes (tours to Porto), Gibraltar, and Tangier and 1 published sea day. Voyage Q710C matches the latest verified voyage-search dataset used by this website. Before reserving, ask Deluxe Cruises to compare accommodations, deck location, inclusions, current availability, and any family, medical, dietary, or accessibility arrangements for this exact departure. Queen Elizabeth is described as active; published specifications, facilities, and delivery timing remain planned and subject to change.

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What are Queen Elizabeth's verified headline statistics?
2,074Guests
911Crew
964.5 ftLength
21.7 knotsMaximum speed
11Restaurants
12Bars and lounges
What clothes should I bring for this May itinerary?

Deluxe Cruises packing guidance for this May cool-weather itinerary

  • Pack breathable layers, a warm mid-layer, and a wind- and water-resistant jacket for changing temperatures ashore and on deck.
  • Bring supportive non-slip walking shoes for piers, uneven paths, and longer touring days, plus a compact day bag and rain protection.
  • Add sun protection and binoculars where scenery or wildlife viewing is central; use the final forecast and operator documents to refine the list.

Cunard dress guidance

  • Daytime dress is comfortable and relaxed; swimwear is not permitted in indoor dining venues.
  • Most evenings call for smart attire, particularly in the main restaurant, while casual alternatives remain available.
  • Gala Evenings invite guests to dress up, with any theme communicated through My Cunard; do not describe black tie as universally mandatory.

Packing suggestions are Deluxe Cruises editorial guidance; the cruise line's final documents and the weather forecast control the last check.

What services and amenities are available aboard Queen Elizabeth?
  • Included experiences advertise the accommodation-grade-linked main restaurant, buffet dining, Afternoon Tea, entertainment, a library, pools, the standard gym and children's clubs.
  • Specialty dining, premium drinks, Wi-Fi packages, spa and salon services and selected fitness classes can carry an additional charge.
  • Mareel Wellness & Beauty is offered across the current four-ship fleet; venues and treatments differ by ship.
  • Room-service inclusions are grade-specific: Britannia advertises complimentary breakfast room service until 10 a.m., while Britannia Club and Grill categories advertise complimentary round-the-clock service, with supplements possible for selected items.

Venues, hours, inclusions, equipment, and operating conditions can vary by ship and sailing. Deluxe Cruises will reconfirm the details for this departure.

What fitness, sports, or wellness facilities does Queen Elizabeth have?
  • All four current ships advertise an equipped gym or fitness centre plus Mareel Wellness & Beauty.
  • Standard gym access, pools and whirlpools are included; spa services, salon services and selected treatments or classes can cost extra.
  • Guests must be 16 with parental accompaniment or 18 unaccompanied to use the gym, sauna and steam room; guests under 18 may not use weights.

Class schedules, age rules, treatment access, operating hours, and equipment availability are confirmed for the exact ship and voyage.

What accommodation features and services can Queen Elizabeth guests expect?
  • Standard advertised features include an ensuite bathroom, air conditioning, television, telephone, refrigerator, hairdryer, safe, bedding and tea and coffee facilities.
  • The four accommodation grades are Britannia, Britannia Club, Princess Grill and Queens Grill, each linked to its principal dining arrangements.
  • Most rooms accommodate two guests. Single staterooms exist, and selected rooms with upper Pullman berths accommodate up to four; Cunard does not offer five or more guests in one room.
  • King beds generally convert to twins except in single rooms; accessible-room inventory and exact occupancy are ship- and category-specific.

Review the exact room or suite number, category, deck position, layout, and benefits for Voyage Q710C before reserving.

Can children and babies sail aboard Queen Elizabeth?
  • The general minimum age is 6 months, increasing to 12 months for Full World Voyages, Transatlantic Crossings and some longer or exotic itineraries.
  • A guest under 18 must travel in a booking that includes an adult aged 18 or older; children aged 12 or younger must share with an adult and must not be left alone.
  • Guests under 16 cannot be left onboard unaccompanied while the adults in their party go ashore.
  • Cunard offers children's clubs. Children must be toilet trained to use pools, and swim diapers are not permitted.
  • A guest cannot sail if she will enter the 24th week of pregnancy at any point during the voyage or package.
  • Some booking-market contracts require a doctor or midwife fitness letter with due date and risk information; verify the current contract that governs the reservation.

For Voyage Q710C: do not assume a supervised program, babysitting, crib, or child-specific service unless it is confirmed for this sailing.

How does Queen Elizabeth handle special needs, medical arrangements, and accessibility?
  • Accessible staterooms are available, but inventory and features are ship-specific.
  • Wheelchairs, scooters and mobility aids must be declared and stored inside the stateroom; scooter users generally need a suitable accessible room.
  • Tender ports, gangways and shoreside infrastructure can restrict access.
  • Guests who need assistance with daily living must travel with a capable carer because Cunard does not provide one-to-one personal care.
  • Qualified assistance dogs may be accepted subject to documentation, destination rules and advance approval.
  • Submit the On Board Needs information at booking or as soon as a need is known and comply with the earliest deadline applicable to the voyage and booking market.
  • Each ship has a Medical Centre staffed by qualified medical personnel.
  • Consultation and treatment are charged, and the facility is intended for illness or injury arising during travel rather than pre-arranged specialist care.
  • Medical conditions and equipment requirements should be declared through Cunard's On Board Needs process.

Important: access varies by accommodation, gangway, pier, tender, shore transport, and operating conditions. Document needs when requesting the booking and reconfirm them before travel.

What is the smoking policy aboard Queen Elizabeth?
  • Public and private spaces are non-smoking except for designated smoking areas; exact outdoor locations are ship-specific and published onboard.
  • Smoking is prohibited in staterooms and on balconies. E-cigarettes and vapes may be used only in designated smoking areas.
  • Churchill's Cigar Lounge is reserved for cigar and pipe smoking.

Designated locations and onboard rules can change. Follow the policy, posted signs, and crew instructions in force for the voyage.