Unforgettable Italy: Sordevolo Passion Play & Italian Lakes Trio with a Luxury Cunard Mediterranean Cruise

Arriving into vibrant Barcelona, settle into your hotel for an overnight stay.

The stunning Queen Elizabeth emanates sophistication, opulence, and enduring allure. On board, enjoy an array of amenities, such as exquisite dining venues, sumptuous lounges, a splendid theatre, and a serene spa.

Malta’s fortified capital rises dramatically above the Grand Harbour, its honey-coloured bastions enclosing baroque churches and sun-baked streets. Wander the UNESCO-listed old town, where Knights Hospitaller history sits alongside buzzing cafes and harbourside views.

Encircled by dramatic limestone peaks, Kotor’s medieval old town sits at the head of a fjord-like bay unlike anywhere else on the Adriatic. Climb the ancient city walls for sweeping views, or lose yourself in cobbled lanes lined with Venetian architecture and quiet stone squares.

At the heart of Split lies Diocletian’s Palace, a Roman-era complex woven into daily life, its courtyards filled with cafes and boutiques. Beyond the walls, the Riva waterfront promenade offers a relaxed spot to watch the world go by.

Zadar charms with a blend of Roman ruins, Venetian influence and quirky modern design, including the celebrated Sea Organ that turns waves into music along the waterfront. Explore the atmospheric old town’s marble streets, or simply pause to watch a legendary Zadar sunset.

Disembark Queen Elizabeth in Trieste and transfer to the shores of Lake Garda for an overnight stay.

Travel on to Lake Maggiore, in the foothills of the Italian and Swiss Alps, for a five-night stay at the Hotel Regina Palace. Beyond your hotel’s lakeside setting, the Borromean Islands and their aristocratic palaces await exploration over the days ahead.

Join a guided walking tour of Como’s historic centre, taking in the Cathedral, the Basilica of St Fedele and the medieval Porta Torre. Wander the elegant squares of Piazza Cavour and Piazza Duomo before enjoying free time to relax over lunch.

With a day of your own to enjoy, you could venture out to the Borromean Islands and their ornate palazzo gardens, or perhaps take a leisurely boat ride to discover the lakeside villages scattered along Maggiore’s shores.

Board the scenic Centovalli Railway at Domodossola for a spectacular journey through the “One Hundred Valleys”. Admire dramatic gorges, cascading waterfalls and chestnut forests along the route to Locarno, where free time awaits before returning by coach.

A second day at leisure offers time to savour Maggiore’s tranquil pace, whether relaxing at your hotel, strolling the lakeside promenade, or revisiting a favourite corner of the region before moving on tomorrow.

Transfer to the Piedmont town of Biella for a two-night stay at the foothills of the Italian Alps. Settle in this evening and enjoy dinner at your hotel, ahead of tomorrow’s extraordinary occasion in nearby Sordevolo.

This afternoon, gain a rare behind-the-scenes look at the staging and preparation behind the Sordevolo Passion Play, performed only once every five years by more than 400 local residents. After dinner at a local restaurant, take your seat for this powerful open-air production.

Your holiday complete, today you’ll head to the airport for your flight home.