Ride the luxurious Venice Simplon-Orient-Express from Paris to Verona, spend three nights in Lake Garda, and cruise the Mediterranean on Cunard’s Queen Victoria.
Take the Eurostar from London to Paris, then embark the luxurious Venice Simplon-Orient-Express for the two-day all-inclusive journey to Verona. Savour a four-course dinner and fine wines amid the splendour of the train’s dining car. From Verona, transfer to Lake Garda where you’ll spend three hotel nights. Bask in the Alpine beauty of Lake Garda’s pristine shores and explore charming waterside villages.
Next, embark Queen Victoria in Civitavecchia, relishing luxurious cabins and gourmet dining during a seven-night cruise to Barcelona. Revel in the rugged beauty of Zadar and Split in Croatia, Malta’s history, and the postcard-perfect beaches of Palma de Mallorca. Finally, disembark in Barcelona, where you’ll transfer to the airport for your flight home.
Your Imagine Holiday Includes
7 night full-board cruise on board Queen Victoria
Complimentary Oceanview to Balcony upgrade
Standard Premier Class Eurostar train journey from London to Paris
2 day all-inclusive luxury Venice Simplon-Orient-Express train journey from Paris to Verona
Dedicated steward service
Three-course lunch, four-course dinner and continental breakfast
Full porterage service included
3 night four-star hotel stay in Lake Garda at the Villa Rosa Hotel with breakfast
London arrival – regional flights available
Your Voyage
Your Itinerary
Travel to Paris on the Eurostar to begin your journey on the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express to Verona. Savour an all-inclusive dinner in the original 1920s dining car as the historic locomotive winds through the French countryside.
Meals Included: All-Inclusive Board Basis
Overnight: Venice Simplon-Orient-Express
Following breakfast in your cabin and a three-course lunch in the dining carriage, today your train will pull into Verona. From here, you’ll transfer to Lake Garda to begin your three-night stay in the Italian Lakes
Meals Included: Breakfast
Overnight: Villa Rosa Hotel
Embrace the beauty of Lake Garda, nestled in the foothills of the Alps. Explore charming lakeside towns, such as Sirmione and Malcesine, with their medieval castles and narrow streets, or dabble in water activities, from sailing to swimming.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Overnight: Villa Rosa Hotel
Embark Queen Victoria, a floating emblem of luxury marrying heritage and innovation with sleek design and Cunard’s iconic black and red livery. Recline in plush public rooms, relish gourmet dining, and unwind in the spacious cabins.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Overnight: Queen Victoria
Zadar, Croatia’s coastal jewel, fascinates with its Roman heritage and modern vibrancy. From the Sea Organ to historic streets, it offers a captivating blend of history, culture, and Mediterranean charm.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Overnight: Queen Victoria
Embrace the Mediterranean allure of Split, Croatia. With its historic Diocletian’s Palace, stunning coastal views, and vibrant atmosphere, it’s a city that invites you to explore the crossroads of history and modernity along the Dalmatian coast.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Overnight: Queen Victoria
Discover Valletta, Malta’s captivating capital, where ornate palaces, museums, and historic fortifications await. Stroll the narrow streets with overhanging balconies, immerse in its rich heritage, and let Valletta’s charm inspire your every step.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Overnight: Queen Victoria
Discover Palma de Mallorca, Spain’s Mediterranean gem. Bask on golden beaches, explore the enchanting old town, and indulge in delectable cuisine. Let Palma’s beauty and vibrant energy captivate your soul and create unforgettable memories.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Overnight: Queen Victoria
Your holiday complete, today you’ll disembark your ship and head to the airport for your flight home.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Queen Victoria
There’s something distinctly refined and regal about a Cunard cruise and the beautiful Queen Victoria certainly upholds its fine traditions. Even before you board this beautiful ship, you’ll note the trademark black and red livery which, together with her sleek modern design, immediately sets the theme of proud cruising heritage married with innovative features for today’s cruise guests.
Cunard has captured all the refined styling and service associated with the golden era of cruising and added modern leisure and entertainment facilities. From her plush, elegantly decorated public rooms to her gourmet dining and luxurious, spacious cabins, Cunard’s Queen Victoria exudes class. The range of options for high-quality entertainment, as well as serene relaxation make for the cruise holiday of a lifetime. Dance in the grand ballroom, enjoy Afternoon Tea, watch extravagant stage shows or simply relax beside one of the lovely pool areas.
- Tonnage 90,049 tons
- Length 965 ft (294.00 m)
Life on board Queen Victoria
From its gourmet dining rooms to its spacious cabins, you’ll enjoy high-class surroundings, enriching on-board activities and a truly regal way to travel.
dining
From white-gloved waiter-service Afternoon Tea to the stylish Steakhouse at The Verandah, Queen Victoria is home to several elegant dining venues.
- Britannia Restaurant
- The Lido
- Steakhouse at The Verandah*
- The Golden Lion*
- Dinner at the Lido*
- Al Fresco Dining*
- Café Carinthia*
- Britannia Club Restaurant^
- Queens Grill+
- Princess Grill**
Bars & Lounges*
- Commodore Club
- Gin & Fizz
- The Golden Lion
- Queens Room
- Chart Room
- Yacht Club
- Casino
- Winter Garden
*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
Facilities
Fill your days with active pursuits or cultured activities such as the enriching Insights speaker programme, classical concerts, wine tasting or ballroom dancing.
- Library
- Open-air pool
- Fully-equipped gym
- Traditional Afternoon Tea
- Gala Evenings
- Film screenings
- Planetarium shows
- Deck and board games
- Sports facilities
- Dance classes
- Spa
entertainment
Highlights include international cabaret artists, ballroom dancing, live music, theatre productions in the Royal Court Theatre and cocktails at the Yacht Club.
- G32 Nightclub
- Queens Room
- Empire Casino
- Illuminations
- Royal Court Theatre
Cabins & Suites
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.
inside Prices from £7,299pp
Cunard’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.
- A half bottle of sparkling wine on arrival
- 24-hour room service
- Nightly turndown service, including a chocolate on your pillow
- Satellite TV
- Refrigerator
- Tea & coffee making facilities
- An invigorating shower and complimentary Penhaligon’s toiletries
- Bathrobe and slippers
Oceanview Prices from £7,899pp
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.
- A half bottle of sparkling wine on arrival
- 24-hour room service
- Nightly turndown service, including a chocolate on your pillow
- Satellite TV
- Refrigerator
- Tea & coffee making facilities
- An invigorating shower and complimentary Penhaligon’s toiletries
- Bathrobe and slippers
balcony Prices from £7,899pp
Escape to your own private outdoor space in one of Cunard’s 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.
- A half bottle of sparkling wine on arrival
- 24-hour room service
- Nightly turndown service, including a chocolate on your pillow
- Satellite TV
- Refrigerator
- Tea & coffee making facilities
- An invigorating shower and complimentary Penhaligon’s toiletries
- Bathrobe and slippers
Grill Suite Prices from £9,699pp
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.
- Complimentary room service
- Satellite TV, illy coffee machine and world atlas
- Bathroom with bath and shower
- Complimentary Penhaligon’s toiletries
- Velour robe and slippers
- Nightly turndown service, including a chocolate on your pillow
- A selection of fresh fruit, delivered daily
- Sparkling wine and chocolates to welcome you on board.
- Your own Grills Concierge for the duration of your stay
- A spacious private balcony with table and chairs to relax in
- A seven-pillow concierge menu
- Freedom dining in the Princess Grill restaurant
- Optional in-room dining from the Princess Grill menu
Cabins and Suites
The restored 1920s sleeper cabins are some of the most luxurious train accommodations in the world. Each one is beautifully appointed with exquisite craftsmanship, such as bespoke soft furnishings and polished wood.
Historic Cabin
Take in the spellbinding sights of Europe from the romantic setting it deserves with your own private historic twin cabin. Banquette seating offers the perfect landscape sweep past by day, while convertible sleeping quarters transform the cabin into a restful retreat by night.
The restored 1920s sleeper cabins are some of the most luxurious train accommodations in the world. Each one is beautifully appointed with exquisite craftsmanship, such as bespoke soft furnishings and polished wood.
- Art Deco design
- Lounging area by day (bed converts to banquette sitting area)
- In-cabin sink
- 24-hour steward service
Suite Cabin
Each suite on board is inspired by a sumptuous fusion of the landscapes you’ll traverse through on your journey, and Art Deco design. These reimagined suites have been fully restored by expert French craftsmen, boasting plush fabrics and furnishings. Each with double or twin bed options, a private marble en-suite bathroom and a convertible lounge area, you’re guaranteed a luxury stay on board.
- Fixed double or twin beds
- Spacious marble ensuite bathroom with shower, basin and wc
- 24-hour steward service
- Lounging area by day (bed converts to banquette sitting area)
- Complimentary amenities and slippers
- Complimentary kimono
Grand Suite
Enter the decadent world of your Grand Suite, where handcrafted interiors, free-flowing champagne and private in-cabin dining are yours to savour. With only six Grand Suites on board, a stay here promises to be enveloped in luxury and indulgence. As you step inside, you’ll be transported to an era where luxury knew no bounds and your every desire is but the tinkle of a bell away, with butlers on hand to attend to your every need.
- Sofa in the living area, which can be converted into a smaller bed
- Private ensuite bathroom with shower, washbasin, and toilet
- 24-hour steward service
- Free-flowing champagne throughout your journey in your suite
- Guaranteed table for two for lunch and dinner; option of private in-suite dining
- All table d’hôte
- Champagne breakfast in your suite
- Complimentary bathrobes and slippers
- Grand suite guests departing or arriving at London are provided with private transfers
Your Hotel Stay
Lake Garda
Villa Rosa Hotel (Or Similar)
Nestled along the shores of Lake Garda, Villa Rosa Hotel is a tranquil oasis offering breathtaking views and serene relaxation. The hotel’s elegant architecture and lush gardens create a charming ambiance. Indulge in luxurious amenities, savour Italian cuisine at on-site restaurants, and unwind by the pool. With Lake Garda’s beauty at your doorstep, you can explore quaint lakeside towns or engage in water sports. Villa Rosa Hotel promises an idyllic retreat amid the captivating backdrop of Lake Garda.
