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From the waterfront glamour of Italy’s lakes to the Golden Era opulence of a Cunard Queen, unveil the beauty of the Adriatic Sea and the Mediterranean.
Your journey begins with two nights in Lake Maggiore, where stately villas, terraced gardens, and alpine foothills provide a graceful introduction to the Italian Lakes. From here, the winding history of Lake Como’s streets beckons, inviting you to explore its long-held charm with a guided tour. Continuing to Lake Garda, delight in a further two-night hotel stay beside Italy’s largest lake.
Next, you’ll embark Queen Elizabeth in Trieste and settle into Cunard’s refined lifestyle – from elegant dining to relaxed days at sea. Calls at Cephalonia and Katakolon reveal quiet harbours and a slower coastal rhythm. Messina offers waterfront promenades and hillside views before you arrive in Ibiza to explore whitewashed streets and crystal-clear waters.
From the waterfront glamour of Italy’s lakes to the Golden Era opulence of a Cunard Queen, unveil the beauty of the Adriatic Sea and the Mediterranean.
Your journey begins with two nights in Lake Maggiore, where stately villas, terraced gardens, and alpine foothills provide a graceful introduction to the Italian Lakes. From here, the winding history of Lake Como’s streets beckons, inviting you to explore its long-held charm with a guided tour. Continuing to Lake Garda, delight in a further two-night hotel stay beside Italy’s largest lake.
Next, you’ll embark Queen Elizabeth in Trieste and settle into Cunard’s refined lifestyle – from elegant dining to relaxed days at sea. Calls at Cephalonia and Katakolon reveal quiet harbours and a slower coastal rhythm. Messina offers waterfront promenades and hillside views before you arrive in Ibiza to explore whitewashed streets and crystal-clear waters.
Arrive in Italy and check into your hotel for a two-night stay. Lake Maggiore sits in the foothills of the Alps. Grand villas, terraced gardens, and wooded slopes line the shore, giving the lake a quietly dramatic presence.
Overnight: Hotel Regina Palace Stresa
During a day at leisure on the shores of Lake Maggiore, you could explore the Borromean Islands, with their magnificent palaces and enchanting gardens, or take a leisurely boat ride to discover charming lakeside villages.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Overnight: Hotel Regina Palace Stresa
This morning you’ll visit Lake Como. During a guided tour, discover the ancient buildings, courtyards, towers, and medieval walls of this quintessentially glamorous destination before continuing to your next hotel at Lake Garda for two nights.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Overnight: Hotel Savoy Palace
Lake Garda, the largest lake in Italy, captivates with its natural beauty, rich history, and vibrant culture. Surrounded by majestic mountains, the lake’s shimmering blue waters reflect a breathtaking backdrop.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Overnight: Hotel Savoy Palace
The stunning Queen Elizabeth emanates sophistication, opulence, and enduring allure. On board, passengers can luxuriate in an array of amenities, such as exquisite dining venues, sumptuous lounges, a splendid theatre, and a serene spa.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Overnight: Queen Elizabeth
Cephalonia pairs dramatic Greek landscapes with laid-back charm. Pine-covered mountains drop into turquoise bays, while pastel villages like Assos offer waterfront cafés and Venetian traces. Swim in the calm waters of Myrtos Beach or wander the streets of Argostoli.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Overnight: Queen Elizabeth
Set along the glorious Peloponnese coast, Katakolon presents a small harbour town framed by low hills and open sea, where waterfront cafés, fishing boats, and a relaxed pace define the shoreline.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Overnight: Queen Elizabeth
Step ashore in Messina and walk along the waterfront, where the city opens directly onto the Strait. Broad avenues lead inland to the cathedral and hillside neighbourhoods, while cafés and viewpoints keep the sea constantly in view.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Overnight: Queen Elizabeth
Ibiza is more than its legendary nightlife. You’ll also find whitewashed villages, pine-covered hills, and secluded beaches lapped by turquoise water. Wander the cobbled lanes of Dalt Vila or unwind at a chilled beach bar and absorb the island’s bohemian charm.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Overnight: Queen Elizabeth
Your holiday complete, today you’ll disembark your ship and head to the airport for your flight home.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Enjoy Cunard Queen Elizabeth’s spectacular heritage, sense of occasion and huge array of activities, including ballroom-dancing, lawn bowls and Afternoon Tea in the Queens Room.
When Her Late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II conducted the naming ceremony in her own honour in October 2010, she continued a marvellously regal formal cruising tradition. Cunard has maintained all the refined styling, amenities and service associated with the Golden Era of cruise sailing and added modern facilities, leisure, and entertainment opportunities.
Stunning accommodation and the most exceptional fine dining you’ll ever experience at sea are highlights of the glorious Cunard Queen Elizabeth cruise ship. You could dance the night away in the Queens Room at a themed ball, enjoy Afternoon Tea served by white-gloved waiters, or watch a polished production in the Royal Court Theatre. You’ll have three main gourmet restaurants to choose from, promising gastronomic delights to suit all tastes. And with spacious accommodation and two lovely pool areas, along with the Mareel® Wellness & Beauty sanctuary, you’ll enjoy a comfortable and relaxing cruise.
From classic British and French in the Britannia and Grills restaurants to the best steak onboard at The Verandah, plus a range of international cuisines at The Lido, there’s something to suit every taste.
Bars & Lounges*
*Available at an additional cost
^Included when staying in a Britannia Club Balcony stateroom
+Included when staying in a Queens Grill Suite
** Included when staying in a Princess Grill Suite
Browse the art gallery and luxury boutiques, try your hand at croquet and fencing or take part in fitness classes or deck games. Alternatively, relax by the Pavilion Pool or in Mareel® Wellness & Beauty.
There’s never a dull moment with West End-style productions at the Royal Court Theatre, and a full live music programme, plus ballroom dancing in the Queens Room.
When Her Late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II conducted the naming ceremony in her own honour in October 2010, she continued a marvellously regal formal cruising tradition. Cunard has maintained all the refined styling, amenities and service associated with the Golden Era of cruise sailing and added modern facilities, leisure, and entertainment opportunities.
Stunning accommodation and the most exceptional fine dining you’ll ever experience at sea are highlights of the glorious Cunard Queen Elizabeth cruise ship. You could dance the night away in the Queens Room at a themed ball, enjoy Afternoon Tea served by white-gloved waiters, or watch a polished production in the Royal Court Theatre. You’ll have three main gourmet restaurants to choose from, promising gastronomic delights to suit all tastes. And with spacious accommodation and two lovely pool areas, along with the Mareel® Wellness & Beauty sanctuary, you’ll enjoy a comfortable and relaxing cruise.
From classic British and French in the Britannia and Grills restaurants to the best steak onboard at The Verandah, plus a range of international cuisines at The Lido, there’s something to suit every taste.
Bars & Lounges*
*Available at an additional cost
^Included when staying in a Britannia Club Balcony stateroom
+Included when staying in a Queens Grill Suite
** Included when staying in a Princess Grill Suite
Browse the art gallery and luxury boutiques, try your hand at croquet and fencing or take part in fitness classes or deck games. Alternatively, relax by the Pavilion Pool or in Mareel® Wellness & Beauty.
There’s never a dull moment with West End-style productions at the Royal Court Theatre, and a full live music programme, plus ballroom dancing in the Queens Room.
Cunard boasts some of the most spacious staterooms at sea, and each one comes with a myriad of services, features, and amenities for you to enjoy.
Cunard Queen Elizabeth’s well-appointed inside staterooms offer a haven of comfort and style for you to enjoy during your voyage. You’ll find thoughtful features and luxurious amenities throughout to ensure that extra special touch.
Beautifully positioned to offer spectacular sea views, Cunard’s Oceanview staterooms provide a private escape from which to enjoy the sights of the horizon. The perfectly framed views are the ideal backdrop to your luxurious surroundings.
Escape to your own private outdoor space in one of Cunard’s obstructed view Balcony staterooms, where you can sit back and feel the crisp sea air on your skin. Complete with fabulous features and thoughtful amenities, you’ll be sure to be well looked after.
Delight in breathtaking sea views that can be enjoyed from both inside and outside your Grill Suite. A voyage with a Grill Suite reservation will offer a whole new level of indulgence with the extra special touches of fine-dining experiences, and exclusive access to the Grills Lounge and Terrace
Dating back to 1908, this four-star hotel in tranquil parkland overlooks Lake Maggiore and the Borromeo Islands. Its opulent interiors feature magnificent guest rooms and suites with lavish period-style decor, including Damask prints, high ceilings, chandeliers, and rich gold, blue, and Venetian red hues. Steps from the lakeside promenade and 300 meters from Stresa’s center, it’s an ideal base for exploring Lake Maggiore’s charms, like the Borromean Islands. The hotel offers two heated pools (indoor and outdoor), tennis, massages, a sun terrace with views, and live music and dancing at the 1900 bar.
Hotel Savoy Palace graces the shores of Lake Garda, Italy, with timeless elegance. Overlooking the azure waters, it offers lavish accommodations, impeccable service, and panoramic views. The hotel’s gardens, pools, and spa create an oasis of relaxation, while gourmet dining showcases Italian flavours. Situated near charming towns like Garda and Riva del Garda, guests can explore historic streets, local markets, and lakeside promenades. The surrounding hills and vineyards provide opportunities for scenic hikes and wine tastings. Hotel Savoy Palace stands as a gateway to Lake Garda’s natural beauty and cultural richness.
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