Cunard luxury cruise itinerary
Queen Victoria Itinerary 2026
Barcelona, Spain to Istanbul, Turkey
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September 7-28 2026 · Voyage V618B
Ports & shore experiences
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September 7, 2026Barcelona, Spain
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.
Published schedule and planning
- September 7, 2026 · Embark · Departs 18:00
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September 8, 2026Ibiza, Spain
About Ibiza, Spain
Ibiza balances its reputation for nightlife with a deep cultural landscape. The fortified Dalt Vila crowns Ibiza Town above the harbor, enclosing cobbled lanes, cathedral views and archaeological collections. Elsewhere, pine-covered hills, salt flats, quiet coves and village restaurants connect the island with traditional Balearic farming, fishing and cuisine.
Published schedule and planning
- September 8, 2026 · Arrives 11:30 · Departs 21:00
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September 9, 2026; September 11, 2026; September 15, 2026; September 20, 2026; September 23, 2026At Sea
A day aboard Queen Victoria
September 9, 2026, September 11, 2026, September 15, 2026, September 20, 2026, September 23, 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.
September 10, 2026Ajaccio, Corsica, France
About Ajaccio, Corsica, France
Ajaccio curves around a broad Corsican bay beneath rugged Mediterranean hills. Napoleon’s birthplace, palm-lined squares, colorful markets and a compact old town reveal the city’s French and island identity. Beyond the center, coastal roads lead toward beaches, granite headlands and fragrant maquis, making scenery and history natural companions during a call.
Published schedule and planning
- September 10, 2026 · Arrives 08:00 · Departs 16:30
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September 12, 2026; September 22, 2026Messina Strait, Italy (Transit)
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.
Published schedule
- September 12, 2026 · Arrives 05:00 · Departs 06:30
- September 22, 2026 · Arrives 14:00 · Departs 15:30
This is a published transit or scenic-cruising stage rather than a port call, so no shore experience is shown.
September 12, 2026Messina, Sicily, Italy
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.
Published schedule and planning
- September 12, 2026 · Arrives 08:00 · Departs 17:30
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September 13, 2026Salerno, Italy
About Salerno, Italy
Salerno is a lively southern Italian city with a broad waterfront, medieval old town and cathedral linked to the historic medical school. It also provides access toward the Amalfi Coast, Paestum and inland Campania. Coastal traffic, road geometry and archaeological-site distances make a focused regional choice especially important.
Published schedule and planning
- September 13, 2026 · Arrives 07:00 · Departs 17:00
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September 13, 2026Amalfi Coast Sail By, IT
About Amalfi Coast Sail By, IT
An Amalfi Coast sail-by reveals steep mountains dropping into the Tyrrhenian Sea, with villages, terraces and coastal roads appearing along the cliffs. This is a viewing experience from the ship rather than a guaranteed landing. Visibility, route and timing depend on the vessel’s operational plan, daylight and prevailing weather conditions.
Published schedule
- September 13, 2026 · Arrives 19:00 · Departs 19:45
This is a published transit or scenic-cruising stage rather than a port call, so no shore experience is shown.
September 14, 2026; September 21, 2026Civitavecchia (tours to Rome), Italy
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.
Published schedule and planning
- September 14, 2026 · Arrives 05:00 · Departs 19:00
- September 21, 2026 · Arrives 05:00 · Departs 19:00
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September 16, 2026Marseille, France
About Marseille, France
Marseille is France’s oldest major city, a vibrant Mediterranean port shaped by trade and migration. The Vieux-Port, hillside basilica of Notre-Dame de la Garde, markets and layered neighborhoods reveal its character. Cruise terminals can be distant from the center, so transfer time matters when combining urban sights with the surrounding coast.
Published schedule and planning
- September 16, 2026 · Arrives 08:00 · Departs 17:00
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September 17, 2026Villefranche, France
About Villefranche, France
Villefranche-sur-Mer curves around a deep natural bay on the French Riviera, its pastel old town climbing steeply from the waterfront. Trains and roads connect Nice, Monaco and nearby coastal communities. Tendering, summer crowds and regional traffic should be considered when balancing the town’s intimate character with travel farther along the coast.
Published schedule and planning
- September 17, 2026 · Arrives 08:00 · Departs 18:00
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September 18, 2026Genoa, Italy
About Genoa, Italy
Genoa is a historic Mediterranean republic whose dense old town rises behind a busy Ligurian harbor. Narrow caruggi lanes lead to churches, palaces and lively food shops, while the UNESCO-listed Strade Nuove displays the wealth of former merchant families. Hillside viewpoints reveal the city’s close relationship with the sea.
Published schedule and planning
- September 18, 2026 · Arrives 08:00 · Departs 21:00
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September 19, 2026La Spezia (tours to Florence or Pisa), Italy
About La Spezia (tours to Florence or Pisa), Italy
La Spezia is a Ligurian naval port and gateway to the villages of the Cinque Terre, the Gulf of Poets and longer routes toward Pisa or Florence. Each option requires different travel commitments. Rail schedules, traffic, crowds and the ship’s departure time make a focused regional choice essential.
Published schedule and planning
- September 19, 2026 · Arrives 07:00 · Departs 19:00
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September 24, 2026Rhodes, Greece
About Rhodes, Greece
Rhodes combines a living medieval city with the bright landscapes of the Dodecanese. Within its fortified UNESCO-listed Old Town, the Street of the Knights leads toward the Palace of the Grand Master. Ottoman details, Byzantine churches, lively squares and nearby beaches reveal the island's layered Mediterranean history and present-day rhythm.
Published schedule and planning
- September 24, 2026 · Arrives 08:00 · Departs 18:00
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September 25, 2026Kusadasi (tours to Ephesus), Turkey
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.
Published schedule and planning
- September 25, 2026 · Arrives 08:00 · Departs 18:00
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September 26, 2026Dardanelles Strait, Turkey (Transit)
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.
Published schedule
- September 26, 2026 · Arrives 16:30 · Departs 20:00
This is a published transit or scenic-cruising stage rather than a port call, so no shore experience is shown.
September 27–28, 2026Istanbul, Turkey
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.
Published schedule and planning
- September 27, 2026 · Arrives 08:00
- September 28, 2026 · Arrives 08:00 · Disembark
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A closer look at this sailing
Barcelona, Spain to Istanbul, Turkey aboard Queen Victoria
Cunard presents Barcelona, Spain to Istanbul, Turkey aboard Queen Victoria on 7–28 September 2026, travelling from Barcelona, Spain to Istanbul, Turkey.
Across this extended itinerary, representative stages in chronological order run from Barcelona, Spain through Ajaccio, Corsica, France, Messina Strait, Italy (Transit), Salerno, Italy, Civitavecchia (tours to Rome), Italy, Marseille, France, Genoa, Italy, Civitavecchia (tours to Rome), Italy, Rhodes, Greece, and Kusadasi (tours to Ephesus), Turkey before reaching Istanbul, Turkey. For Queen Victoria on 7–28 September 2026, 5 sea days create a strong balance between the published destination stages and time under way.
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