Explore the globe and spend your days doing as much or as little as you wish on board our spacious Queens.
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Often considered a “bucket list” experience due to the outstanding natural beauty of the region and the fact that many of the destinations are not easily accessible by land. Alaska is a land of staggering natural beauty including mountains, rivers, rainforests, fjords and of course, glaciers.
Alaska has a rich history and culture centred around iconic and memorable destinations - from the gold rush spirit of Skagway and Juneau to the native culture of Ketchikan and the Russian charm of Sitka. In a 2011 poll of experienced cruisers, respondents ranked Alaska top among all destinations worldwide.
Alaska has over 430 species of birds, the largest population of bald eagles, and the largest carnivorous land mammal in the world (the brown bear). There is a huge population of sea mammals, from sea lions and seals to gray whales that weigh anywhere from 16 to 45 tons. Species endangered elsewhere are still abundant in Alaska.
On this classic journey of exploration, Queen Victoria will take you to some of the world’s most enticing destinations. You’ll visit 29 ports in 19 different countries, with the exceptional opportunity to experience no less than 19 UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
Experiencing some of cruising's great moments, such as an iconic Transatlantic Crossing and visiting Sydney’s icon-laden harbour, you’ll also make discoveries in less popular, but no less spectacular destinations. From exploring ancient temples on the streets of Hong Kong to searching for the 'Big Five' on a game drive in Port Elizabeth.
You’ll have more time to immerse yourself in the highlights ashore, allowing for more in-depth exploration with overnights in San Francisco, Sydney, Hong Kong, Singapore, and Cape Town, and two maiden ship calls in Alotau and Kiriwina, Papua New Guinea.
Travelling north, en route to the towering skyscrapers of Singapore and Hong Kong, you’ll encounter a tantalising string of exotic destinations abounding with rich cultures in Indonesia and Southeast Asia. Then revel in the dynastic mystique of Tokyo and futuristic cityscapes of Beijing and Shanghai.
Queen Elizabeth will offer roundtrip voyages from Melbourne and Sydney and go further afield to the deserted beaches and ancient cultures of mysterious Vanuatu, making maiden calls to Eden in Australia, Suva and Lautoka in Fiji and more.
Explore the treasures of New Zealand and soak up the stunning natural beauty of New Zealand’s Fiordland National Park and Marlborough Sounds. With maiden calls in New Plymouth and Lyttelton and an overnight call in Auckland amongst others.
Cunard's flagship will transport you in style to 17 ports in 14 different countries, providing you with access to no less than 12 UNESCO World Heritage Sites. She will also make two maiden calls in Sao Paulo, Brazil, and Puerto Madryn, Argentina, with overnight stays in Montevideo, Uruguay, and Rio de Janeiro, Brazil for the annual Rio Carnival.
As well as visiting a host of immersive destinations and major cities, Queen Mary 2 will sail through some of the world’s most spellbinding scenery as she cruises through the Strait of Magellan and the Chilean Fjords, and around the bottom of the world at Cape Horn.
In addition, Queen Mary 2 will continue with her Transatlantic Crossings between New York and Southampton, giving you the opportunity to savour seven uninterrupted nights of ocean travel, as well as a rare opportunity to chase the captivating Northern Lights in Norway.
In 2022, Cunard voyages will call at thirteen maiden ports, revealing more of the world's most wondrous destinations. Discover powder-like sands in the South Pacific, explore verdant islands fringed by crystal waters, and lose yourself in vibrant cities underpinned by time-honoured traditions.
