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Departure & Pricing
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Your departure
Upgrades, transfers, accommodation and more can be quoted on enquiry — call 1300 414 198.
Up to US$75 onboard credit per cabin*
- Sail from Sydney to Southampton on an unforgettable voyage.
- Discover iconic ports, cultures and scenic coastlines.
- Enjoy elegant cruising with world-class onboard experiences.
Trip Details
- Departs
- Wed 24 Feb 2027
- Returns
- Fri 30 Apr 2027
- Embarks
- Sydney
- Disembarks
- Southampton
- Ship
- Queen Victoria
- Operator
- Cunard
Explore an incredible range of destinations across Australia, Asia, Africa and Europe, with overnight calls and late evening departures to ensure you make the most of this life-changing journey.
Along the way, you'll lose yourself in the classic 1930s-style elegance of the Queen Victoria, with world-class entertainment, lavish daily afternoon tea, and ballroom events straight out of a fairytale.
Spend time doing as much or as little as you like on board, whether it’s packing your day full of Insight talks and activities or curling up with a book and ordering room service.
Your transports Queen Victoria
Queen Victoria has sailed for Cunard since 2007, with interiors that channel the line's Victorian and Edwardian heritage. She carries around 2,000 guests and features the Queens Room ballroom, a two-storey library, and the Royal Court Theatre with its West End-style private boxes.
- Guests
- 2,061
- Crew
- 980
- Speed
- 23.7 knots
- Draft
- 25.9 feet
- Staterooms
- 7.001
- Deck plans
- 12
Deck 12
Source: Cunard, captured 5 August 2026. Deck plans are provided by the cruise line and are subject to change at any time.
Itinerary
- 1
Sydney, Australia
Depart Sydney, Australia's iconic harbour city on the east coast, known for the Opera House and Harbour Bridge. - 2
Sydney, Australia
Continue in Sydney, Australia. - 3
At Sea
A day at sea to relax and enjoy the ocean views, with time to explore the ship's dining and entertainment options. - 4
At Sea
Another day at sea, perfect for unwinding on deck or enjoying the ship's amenities. - 5
Airlie Beach, Australia
Visit Airlie Beach, a popular coastal town in Queensland known for its beautiful beaches and access to the Whitsunday Islands. - 6
Townsville, Australia
Arrive in Townsville, a major port city in North Queensland, gateway to the Great Barrier Reef. - 7
Cairns, Australia
Visit Cairns, a tropical city in Far North Queensland, renowned as a base for exploring the Great Barrier Reef. - 8
At Sea
Spend time at sea, enjoying the ocean and the ship's facilities. - 9
At Sea
Another day at sea to relax and take in the views. - 10
At Sea
Continue at sea with time to enjoy the ship's dining and entertainment. - 11
At Sea
A peaceful day at sea to relax on deck or socialise with fellow passengers. - 12
At Sea
Spend another day at sea enjoying the ocean and ship's amenities. - 13
Bitung, Indonesia
Arrive in Bitung, a port city in North Sulawesi, Indonesia, known for its marine biodiversity. - 14
At Sea
A day at sea as the ship continues its voyage. - 15
Puerto Princesa, Philippines
Visit Puerto Princesa, a city in Palawan, Philippines, gateway to the Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park. - 16
At Sea
Relax at sea with time to enjoy the ship's facilities and ocean views. - 17
Manila, Philippines
Arrive in Manila, the capital and largest city of the Philippines, located on the island of Luzon. - 18
At Sea
Another day at sea to unwind and enjoy the voyage. - 19
Hong Kong, China
Arrive in Hong Kong, a vibrant harbour city and major international port on the south coast of China. - 20
Hong Kong, China
Continue in Hong Kong. - 21
At Sea
A day at sea as the ship heads westward. - 22
Chan May, Vietnam
Visit Chan May, a port in central Vietnam offering tours to the historic cities of Hue or Da Nang. - 23
At Sea
Spend time at sea enjoying the ocean and ship's amenities. - 24
Nha Trang, Vietnam
Visit Nha Trang, a coastal city in southern Vietnam known for its beaches and marine attractions. - 25
Phu My, Vietnam
Arrive at Phu My, a port in southern Vietnam offering tours to Ho Chi Minh City. - 26
At Sea
A day at sea as the ship continues southward. - 27
Singapore
Arrive in Singapore, a major international port and city-state in Southeast Asia. - 28
Singapore
Continue in Singapore. - 29
At Sea
A day at sea as the ship heads toward the Indian Ocean. - 30
At Sea
Another day at sea to relax and enjoy the voyage. - 31
At Sea
Spend time at sea with ocean views and ship's amenities. - 32
At Sea
A peaceful day at sea to relax on deck. - 33
At Sea
Continue at sea enjoying the ocean and ship's facilities. - 34
At Sea
Another day at sea as the ship crosses the Indian Ocean. - 35
Port Louis, Mauritius
Arrive in Port Louis, the capital and main port of Mauritius, an island nation in the Indian Ocean. - 36
Le Port, Reunion
Visit Le Port, the main port of Réunion, a French overseas territory in the Indian Ocean. - 37
At Sea
A day at sea as the ship heads toward Africa. - 38
At Sea
Another day at sea to unwind and enjoy the ocean. - 39
At Sea
Spend time at sea with time to relax and socialise. - 40
Durban, South Africa
Arrive in Durban, a major port city on the east coast of South Africa. - 41
At Sea
A day at sea as the ship continues along the African coast. - 42
At Sea
Another day at sea to enjoy the voyage. - 43
Port Elizabeth, South Africa
Visit Port Elizabeth, a port city on the south coast of South Africa. - 44
At Sea
A day at sea as the ship heads toward Cape Town. - 45
Cape Town, South Africa
Arrive in Cape Town, a major port city on the southwestern coast of South Africa, known for Table Mountain. - 46
Cape Town, South Africa
Continue in Cape Town. - 47
At Sea
A day at sea as the ship heads up the African coast. - 48
At Sea
Another day at sea to relax and enjoy the ocean views. - 49
Walvis Bay, Namibia
Visit Walvis Bay, a port city on the coast of Namibia in southwestern Africa. - 50
At Sea
A day at sea as the ship continues northward. - 51
At Sea
Another day at sea to unwind and enjoy the voyage. - 52
At Sea
Spend time at sea with ocean views and ship's amenities. - 53
At Sea
A peaceful day at sea to relax on deck. - 54
At Sea
Continue at sea enjoying the ocean and ship's facilities. - 55
At Sea
Another day at sea as the ship crosses the Atlantic. - 56
At Sea
A day at sea as the ship continues toward Europe. - 57
Dakar, Senegal
Arrive in Dakar, the capital and main port of Senegal on the west coast of Africa. - 58
At Sea
A day at sea as the ship heads toward Europe. - 59
At Sea
Another day at sea enjoying the ocean and ship's amenities. - 60
Tenerife, Spain
Visit Tenerife, the largest of the Canary Islands, an autonomous community of Spain. - 61
Funchal, Madeira, Portugal
Arrive in Funchal, the capital of Madeira, an autonomous region of Portugal in the Atlantic Ocean. - 62
Funchal, Madeira, Portugal
Continue in Funchal, Madeira. - 63
At Sea
A day at sea as the ship approaches the UK. - 64
At Sea
Another day at sea with time to relax and enjoy the ocean views. - 65
At Sea
A final day at sea before arriving in Southampton. - 66
Southampton, England, UK
Arrive in Southampton, a major port city on the south coast of England.
Inclusions & exclusions
What’s included
- Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
- Traditional Afternoon Tea from 3.30pm to 4.30pm every day
- Evening Entertainment
- Gala Balls
- Room service available 24 hours a day
Not included
- Airfares & Travel Insurance
Accommodation
Inside Stateroom
The Inside Stateroom offers a comfortable and relaxing retreat, featuring a queen-size bed that can be converted into twin beds, a private bathroom with shower, a sitting area, desk, TV, tea and coffee-making facilities, and ample wardrobe space. It's an excellent choice for guests seeking great value while enjoying all the comforts of home.
Oceanview Stateroom
The Oceanview Stateroom includes all the comforts of an Inside Stateroom, with the added benefit of a large picture window that fills the room with natural light and offers scenic ocean views. It also features a queen-size bed convertible to twins, a private bathroom, sitting area, desk, and thoughtful amenities for a relaxing voyage.
Balcony Stateroom
The Balcony Stateroom provides your own private outdoor space, allowing you to enjoy fresh sea air and beautiful ocean views from the comfort of your room. Inside, you'll find a queen-size bed convertible to twin beds, a comfortable sitting area, desk, private bathroom with shower, and floor-to-ceiling glass doors leading to the furnished balcony.
Club Balcony Stateroom
The Club Balcony Stateroom offers additional comfort and exclusive perks, including a private balcony, prime location on the ship, complimentary wine on embarkation, bathrobes and slippers, and priority embarkation and disembarkation. It's an ideal choice for guests looking for extra convenience and a little added luxury throughout their voyage.
Princess Grill Suite
The Princess Grill Suite combines spacious accommodation with premium benefits, featuring a private balcony, elegant sitting area, luxurious bathroom with bath and shower, and refined furnishings. Guests also enjoy exclusive access to the Princess Grill Restaurant, personalised butler service, priority embarkation, concierge assistance, and a range of thoughtful luxury amenities.
Queens Grill Suite
The Queens Grill Suite is the pinnacle of luxury aboard Queen Victoria, offering expansive living and sleeping areas, a large private balcony, and an elegant marble bathroom with both a bath and separate shower. Guests enjoy dedicated butler service, exclusive access to the Queens Grill Restaurant and Grills Lounge, priority embarkation, concierge services, a personalised complimentary minibar, and exceptional attention to detail for a truly indulgent Cunard experience.
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