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Discover the beauty of the Mediterranean and the Greek Isles on a 14-night Cunard voyage onboard Queen Victoria. Sailing from Barcelona, this journey takes you through Crete, Kusadasi, Istanbul, Athens, Mykonos, Olympia, and includes scenic transits of the Dardanelles and Messina Strait. Enjoy elegant cruising with Cunard, where main meals, entertainment, and a generous onboard credit are all included.
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Itineraries
Day 1
Date : May 4, 2026
Barcelona, Spain
Embark Queen Victoria and settle in for your Mediterranean voyage. (D)
Day 2
Date : May 5, 2026
At Sea
Enjoy fine dining, entertainment, and relaxation onboard. (B, L, D)
Day 3
Date : May 6, 2026
At Sea
Leisurely day at sea with enrichment activities. (B, L, D)
Day 4
Date : May 7, 2026
Heraklion, Crete, Greece
Explore Crete’s historic landmarks and vibrant port city. (B, L, D)
Day 5
Date : May 8, 2026
Kusadasi, Turkey
Gateway to the ancient city of Ephesus. (B, L, D)
Day 6
Date : May 9, 2026
Dardanelles Strait, Turkey
Scenic cruising through the historic strait. (B, L, D)
Day 7
Date : May 10, 2026
Istanbul, Turkey
Arrive in Istanbul with time to explore this cultural crossroads. (B, L, D)
Day 8
Date : May 11, 2026
Istanbul, Turkey
Continue exploring Istanbul before evening departure. (B, L, D)
Day 9
Date : May 12, 2026
Dardanelles Strait, Turkey
Second scenic transit of the strait. (B, L, D)
Day 10
Date : May 13, 2026
Piraeus (Athens), Greece
Discover Athens’ ancient treasures, including the Acropolis. (B, L, D)
Day 11
Date : May 14, 2026
Mykonos, Greece
Stroll whitewashed streets and enjoy the island’s charm. (B, L, D)
Day 12
Date : May 15, 2026
Katakolon (Olympia), Greece
Visit the birthplace of the Olympic Games. (B, L, D)
Day 13
Date : May 16, 2026
Messina Strait, Italy
Cruise through this famous passage between Sicily and mainland Italy. (B, L, D)
Day 14
Date : May 17, 2026
At Sea
Final full day onboard with Cunard’s signature experiences. (B, L, D)
Day 15
Date : May 18, 2026
Barcelona, Spain
Disembark Queen Victoria in Barcelona. (B)
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Stay onboard Cunard’s Queen Victoria in a Balcony Stateroom.
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Depart Barcelona and visit Crete, Kusadasi, Istanbul, Athens, Mykonos, Olympia, and transit the Dardanelles and Messina Strait.
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Includes main meals, entertainment, taxes, and a USD$530 onboard credit per stateroom.
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- Itinerary deviations (e.g. extensions or specific airline requests). This will be quoted by a North Travel consultant at the time of booking.
- Professional service fee's (if any)
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