Cunard luxury cruise itinerary

Queen Mary 2 Itinerary 2026

Southampton, England, UK to Hamburg, Germany

Voyage M618B | 23 days Dates August 4-27 2026 Ship Queen Mary 2

Review this Cunard Queen Mary 2 voyage with Deluxe Cruises for itinerary details, suite guidance, preferred rates, special amenities, and personalized luxury cruise planning.

Queen Mary 2 Voyage M618B itinerary route map for Southampton, England, UK to Hamburg, Germany
Queen Mary 2 Voyage M618B route map: Southampton, England, UK to Hamburg, Germany; schematic route based on the published port sequence.

August 4-27 2026 · Voyage M618B

Ports & shore experiences

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

August 4, 2026; August 25, 2026Southampton, England, UKUK · Embark · Departs 16:00 · Arrives 06:30 · Departs 16:00

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.

Published schedule and planning

  • August 4, 2026 · Embark · Departs 16:00
  • August 25, 2026 · Arrives 06:30 · Departs 16:00

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

August 5, 2026Zeebrugge (tours to Bruges), BelgiumBelgium · Arrives 08:00 · Departs 18:00

About Zeebrugge (tours to Bruges), Belgium

Zeebrugge is a working North Sea port and the principal cruise gateway to Bruges. Bruges rewards visitors with canals, medieval squares, brick guild houses and major Flemish art, while the Belgian coast offers closer alternatives. Port transfers, traffic and rail timing should be included when planning the available hours.

Published schedule and planning

  • August 5, 2026 · Arrives 08:00 · Departs 18:00

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

August 6, 2026; August 9–10, 2026; August 13–17, 2026; August 19–24, 2026; August 26, 2026At SeaInternational waters · No port call

A day aboard Queen Mary 2

August 6, 2026, August 9, 2026, August 10, 2026, August 13, 2026, August 14, 2026, August 15, 2026, August 16, 2026, August 17, 2026, August 19, 2026, August 20, 2026, August 21, 2026, August 22, 2026, August 23, 2026, August 24, 2026, August 26, 2026 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.

August 7, 2026Olden, NorwayNorway · Arrives 08:00 · Departs 18:00

About Olden, Norway

Olden is a peaceful village at the head of Nordfjord, surrounded by steep mountains, waterfalls and glacier-fed valleys. The compact settlement is mainly a gateway to viewpoints, lakes and the wider Oldedalen landscape. Weather, seasonal road access and travel time should determine how far visitors venture from the quay.

Published schedule and planning

  • August 7, 2026 · Arrives 08:00 · Departs 18:00

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

August 7, 2026Innvikfjorden, Norway (Scenic Cruising)Norway · Published transit or scenic-cruising stage

About Innvikfjorden, Norway (Scenic Cruising)

Innvikfjorden is an inner branch of Nordfjord, bordered by farms, wooded slopes, villages and rising mountains. Scenic cruising offers changing perspectives from the ship rather than a separate landing. Cloud, rain, seasonal light and the vessel’s route influence visibility and the timing of the narrow-fjord passage.

Published schedule

  • August 7, 2026 · Arrives 18:30 · Departs 20:00

This is a published transit or scenic-cruising stage rather than a port call, so no shore experience is shown.

August 7, 2026Nordfjord, Norway (Scenic Cruising)Norway · Published transit or scenic-cruising stage

About Nordfjord, Norway (Scenic Cruising)

Nordfjord reaches inland from Norway’s west coast through mountain scenery, farming settlements, waterfalls and branches leading toward glaciers. Scenic cruising presents the landscape from the ship rather than as a separate shore visit. Rain, cloud, wind, seasonal light and the vessel’s route determine the clearest views.

Published schedule

  • August 7, 2026 · Arrives 20:00 · Departs 21:30

This is a published transit or scenic-cruising stage rather than a port call, so no shore experience is shown.

August 8, 2026Skjolden, NorwayNorway · Arrives 08:30 · Departs 18:00

About Skjolden, Norway

Skjolden is a tiny village at the head of Lustrafjord, where Norway’s longest fjord reaches toward high mountains and national parks. Waterfalls, farms and glacier-shaped valleys define the surrounding landscape. The settlement is compact, while major viewpoints require road travel shaped by weather, tunnels and the time available.

Published schedule and planning

  • August 8, 2026 · Arrives 08:30 · Departs 18:00

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

August 8, 2026Lustrafjorden, Norway (Scenic Cruising)Norway · Published transit or scenic-cruising stage

About Lustrafjorden, Norway (Scenic Cruising)

Lustrafjorden is the innermost branch of Sognefjord, surrounded by steep mountains, waterfalls, farms and small settlements. Scenic cruising presents these landscapes from the ship rather than as a separate landing. Cloud, rain, seasonal light and the vessel’s operational route influence visibility and the timing of the passage.

Published schedule

  • August 8, 2026 · Arrives 18:30 · Departs 19:00

This is a published transit or scenic-cruising stage rather than a port call, so no shore experience is shown.

August 8, 2026Sognefjord, Norway (Scenic Cruising)Norway · Published transit or scenic-cruising stage

About Sognefjord, Norway (Scenic Cruising)

Sognefjord extends deep into western Norway, branching between steep mountains, waterfalls, farms and historic settlements. Scenic cruising allows the scale of the landscape to unfold from the ship rather than representing a shore call. Rain, cloud, wind, seasonal light and the vessel’s route determine visibility during the passage.

Published schedule

  • August 8, 2026 · Arrives 19:00 · Departs 20:30

This is a published transit or scenic-cruising stage rather than a port call, so no shore experience is shown.

August 11, 2026Isafjordur, IcelandIceland · Arrives 08:00 · Departs 18:00

About Isafjordur, Iceland

Ísafjörður sits beneath steep mountains in Iceland’s remote Westfjords, its sheltered harbor surrounded by dramatic water and rock. Historic timber buildings and fishing heritage define the compact town, while roads and boats connect wider fjord landscapes. Weather, tunnels and travel distances make a focused regional plan especially useful.

Published schedule and planning

  • August 11, 2026 · Arrives 08:00 · Departs 18:00

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

August 12, 2026Reykjavik, IcelandIceland · Arrives 06:00 · Departs 23:30

About Reykjavik, Iceland

Reykjavík combines the intimacy of a compact waterfront city with the cultural energy of Iceland’s capital. Hallgrímskirkja church, Harpa concert hall and the National Museum provide architectural and historical anchors. Geothermal pools, design shops, seafood restaurants and lively cafés express contemporary life, while mountains across the bay keep nature close to the urban experience.

Published schedule and planning

  • August 12, 2026 · Arrives 06:00 · Departs 23:30

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

August 18, 2026New York, NY, USAUSA · Arrives 06:30 · Departs 17:00

About New York, NY, USA

New York is a great Atlantic harbor city where Lower Manhattan, the Statue of Liberty, Brooklyn and an extraordinary concentration of museums and neighborhoods frame the waterfront. Its scale rewards a focused plan, whether centered on landmark architecture, Central Park, cultural collections, dining or a walk through one distinctive district.

Published schedule and planning

  • August 18, 2026 · Arrives 06:30 · Departs 17:00

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

August 27, 2026Hamburg, GermanyGermany · Arrives 07:00 · Disembark

About Hamburg, Germany

Hamburg is a major northern European port shaped by the Elbe River, canals and centuries of maritime trade. The brick Speicherstadt warehouse district, modern HafenCity and elegant lakeside neighborhoods reveal different eras of the city. Its broad scale and varied terminal locations make transport time important when planning a focused visit.

Published schedule and planning

  • August 27, 2026 · Arrives 07:00 · Disembark

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

Please note: This retained itinerary is preserved from existing reliable page information. Confirm current operational details and suitable shore options with Deluxe Cruises. No excursion prices or cruise-line links are included.

A closer look at this sailing

Southampton, England, UK to Hamburg, Germany aboard Queen Mary 2

On 4–27 August 2026, Queen Mary 2 begins a 23-day voyage with Cunard, sailing from Southampton, England, UK to Hamburg, Germany.

Across this extended itinerary, representative stages in chronological order run from Southampton, England, UK through Zeebrugge (tours to Bruges), Belgium, Innvikfjorden, Norway (Scenic Cruising), Nordfjord, Norway (Scenic Cruising), Skjolden, Norway, Sognefjord, Norway (Scenic Cruising), Isafjordur, Iceland, Reykjavik, Iceland, and Southampton, England, UK before reaching Hamburg, Germany. For Queen Mary 2 on 4–27 August 2026, 15 sea days create a strong balance between the published destination stages and time under way.

Personalized cruise planning with Cunard

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Queen Mary 2 | Voyage M618B | August 4-27, 2026 | 23 days Southampton, England, UK to Hamburg, Germany

Luxury cruise planning summary

Queen Mary 2 August 4-27 2026: is Voyage M618B right for you?

This 23-day voyage aboard Queen Mary 2 sails Southampton, England, UK to Hamburg, Germany, with calls including Zeebrugge (tours to Bruges), Olden, Skjolden, and Isafjordur and 1 published sea day. Voyage M618B is preserved locally but was not found in the latest verified voyage-search dataset, so current availability must be reconfirmed. 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 Mary 2 is described as active; published specifications, facilities, and delivery timing remain planned and subject to change.

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Questions travelers ask

Why book Queen Mary 2 Voyage M618B with Deluxe Cruises?

Deluxe Cruises provides personal planning for Voyage M618B, including accommodation and deck-location comparisons, current availability and preferred-rate guidance, and help documenting family, medical, dietary, or accessibility requests before departure.

What should travelers compare for Voyage M618B?

For the August 4-27 2026 Southampton, England, UK to Hamburg, Germany, compare the published schedule, accommodation category and location, included services, current availability, and any special requirements before you reserve.

How do I request a personalized luxury cruise quote?

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What is included and not included on Queen Mary 2 Voyage M618B?

For the August 4-27 2026 Southampton, England, UK to Hamburg, Germany sailing aboard Queen Mary 2: Published inclusions cover the accommodation-grade-linked main restaurant, buffet dining, Afternoon Tea, entertainment, library, pools, standard gym and children's clubs. Specialty dining, premium drinks, Wi-Fi packages, spa and salon services and selected fitness classes can cost extra. Room-service inclusions differ between Britannia, Britannia Club and Grill accommodations. The exact fare and booking confirmation control.

What bed is provided for a child or third guest on Queen Mary 2 Voyage M618B?

For the August 4-27 2026 Southampton, England, UK to Hamburg, Germany sailing aboard Queen Mary 2: King beds generally convert to twins, except in single rooms. Selected staterooms have upper Pullman berths and can accommodate up to four guests. The exact room number, category, occupancy and current deck plan must be checked before a child or additional guest is assigned. Deluxe Cruises will confirm the exact room and occupancy before booking.

Are shore excursions included on Queen Mary 2 Voyage M618B, and can Deluxe Cruises help with alternatives?

For the August 4-27 2026 Southampton, England, UK to Hamburg, Germany sailing aboard Queen Mary 2: The current verified record does not establish a rule making Cunard shore experiences fare-included. Each tour, transfer, private arrangement and cancellation term must be checked for the exact voyage. If a preferred shore experience is not included, Deluxe Cruises can compare independent alternatives and check whether a lower price or better value is available than booking through the cruise line. Availability and savings vary and are confirmed before purchase.

How does Internet and Wi-Fi work aboard Queen Mary 2 for Voyage M618B?

For the August 4-27 2026 Southampton, England, UK to Hamburg, Germany sailing aboard Queen Mary 2: Cunard Wi-Fi packages can carry an additional charge. No complimentary allowance, device count or performance level is assumed unless it appears in the exact fare and booking confirmation. The exact booking confirmation controls.

What are Queen Mary 2's verified headline statistics?
2,759Guests
1,173Crew
1,132 ftLength
28 knotsMaximum speed
10Restaurants
13Bars and lounges
What clothes should I bring for this August itinerary?

Deluxe Cruises packing guidance for this August 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 Mary 2?
  • 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 Mary 2 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 Mary 2 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 M618B before reserving.

Can children and babies sail aboard Queen Mary 2?
  • 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 M618B: do not assume a supervised program, babysitting, crib, or child-specific service unless it is confirmed for this sailing.

How does Queen Mary 2 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 Mary 2?
  • 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.

How can I find the best cruise airfare for Queen Mary 2 Voyage M618B?

For flights to Southampton, England, UK before this Queen Mary 2 cruise and home from Hamburg, Germany after Voyage M618B, compare schedules, fare rules, baggage allowances, connection times, and change options—not airfare alone. Visit the Deluxe Cruises Cruise Airfare page to explore flight options designed around your cruise and potential ways to save money. Airfares and savings vary, and Deluxe Cruises will help confirm suitable travel dates and connection time before booking.

Where can I review cruise travel insurance information?

Visit the Deluxe Cruises Cruise Travel Insurance page to prepare for a quote and compare optional protection with Travel Insured.

You can also search the Deluxe Cruises Cruise-Line Travel Insurance Directory for cruise-line-specific plan companies, insurer or administrator contacts, available policy-document links, and published pre-existing-condition purchase guidance. Plan terms and availability can change; the policy or certificate issued for your state controls.

How do I create a Cunard My Account and connect Queen Mary 2 Voyage M618B after booking with Deluxe Cruises?

Before you begin: After Deluxe Cruises confirms Queen Mary 2 Voyage M618B, use Cunard's six-character booking reference from the Cunard confirmation—not a Deluxe Cruises invoice, receipt, or payment reference. Cunard provides both a password account and a booking-reference route through My Cunard.

  1. Step 1 — Choose the access method: Open My Account or My Cunard from Cunard's official website. Use My Cunard for direct booking lookup, or register My Account for reusable sign-in and voyage history.
  2. Step 2 — Create My Account: Select Register and enter the requested title, first and last names exactly as on the passport, email, and sailing-history answer. Open Cunard's activation email, follow its link, and set the password.
  3. Step 3 — Connect the booking: In My Account, open Loyalty and Voyage History and add the future booking with Cunard's six-character reference. The account first name, last name, and date of birth must match the confirmation.
  4. Step 4 — Use the no-account option if preferred: My Cunard can retrieve the reservation with the six-character Cunard reference, full guest name, and date of birth, without first creating My Account.
  5. Step 5 — Open the voyage: Review Queen Mary 2 Voyage M618B, complete guest information and check-in when available, and access the itinerary, documents, preferences, and bookable extras Cunard currently provides.

If the booking is new, allow Cunard's published processing time, then recheck the reference and passport-matching details. Use Forgot Password for an existing account. If Queen Mary 2 Voyage M618B still cannot be found, contact Deluxe Cruises so your advisor can verify the Cunard reference and guest record.

Online check-in and individual planning services open according to Cunard's schedule. Deluxe Cruises remains your travel advisor for booking changes and assistance. Never send Deluxe Cruises your Cunard password.