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A Tale of Two Italian Gems: A Queen Victoria Voyage

Cunard Cruise Lines

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21545
Price From 1,309 pp

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Ship Queen Victoria

Fly On:

2026
  • 4 July
  • 1 August

Sail On:

2026
  • 6 July
  • 3 August

Overview

Embark on an enchanting Italian escape with A Tale of Two Italian Cities aboard the elegant Queen Victoria. Begin with a 2-night stay in romantic Venice, where winding canals and timeless charm set the tone. Then, board a 7-night full-board Mediterranean cruise, experiencing the refined luxury and iconic white-glove service of Cunard. Your journey concludes with a 2-night stay in Rome, offering time to explore the Eternal City’s ancient wonders and vibrant street life. Departing from Trieste on 04 July or 01 August 2026, this 11-night journey is a perfect blend of culture, cuisine, and coastal beauty.

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Embark on an enchanting Italian escape with A Tale of Two Italian Cities aboard the elegant Queen Victoria. Begin with a 2-night stay in romantic Venice, where winding canals and timeless charm set the tone. Then, board a 7-night full-board Mediterranean cruise, experiencing the refined luxury and iconic white-glove service of Cunard. Your journey concludes with a 2-night stay in Rome, offering time to explore the Eternal City’s ancient wonders and vibrant street life. Departing from Trieste on 04 July or 01 August 2026, this 11-night journey is a perfect blend of culture, cuisine, and coastal beauty.


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Itinerary

Day

1

Venice, Italy

Fly from UK to Venice

Transfer to your hotel in Venice Mestre for an overnight stay. Venice is a unique and captivating city in northeastern Italy, known for its canals, bridges, and historic buildings. It's built on a cluster of 118 islands within the Venetian Lagoon, making it a "floating city".

Day

2

Venice, Italy

Overnight stay at the hotel

Lavish palaces, the Grand Canal, gondolas, Casanova, and Carnival are just a few of the things that define this endlessly romantic place. Despite all its big-hitting attractions, the “real” Venice is best discovered simply by getting lost.

Day

3

Trieste, Italy

Check-in starts at 12:00

Catch the train from Venice Mestre to Trieste and make your way to the cruise port, and embark the ship. A chance to explore your home for the next 7 nights.

Day

4

Zadar, Croatia

Arrival in the early morning, Departure in the afternoon

Zadar is a historic place, with Roman ruins and medieval churches to explore. Meanwhile, the cosmopolitan cafés and restaurants are great places to relax and enjoy the town’s distinct ambience.

Day

5

Dubrovnik, Croatia

Arrival in the early morning—POSSIBLE TENDER—Departure in the evening

Gently cruise into Dubrovnik, a town filled with architectural wonder, crystal clear waters warmed by the Adriatic Sea, sun-baked terracotta rooftops, and slender Baroque streets dotted with charming cafes and bars.

The pearl of the Adriatic, Dubrovnik, provides the perfect mix of culture-rich experiences, delicious dining, and breathtaking scenery. Not forgetting the opportunity to explore the iconic Old City Walls, which were heavily featured in HBO’s multi-award-winning fantasy series, Game of Thrones.

Day

6

At Sea

At Sea

Relax and enjoy the facilities onboard the ship.

Day

7

Valletta, Malta

Arrival in the early morning, Departure in the evening

Sir Walter Scott famously declared Valletta “a city built by gentlemen for gentlemen”, and the superbly landscaped parks and palaces within its 16th-century sandstone fortifications make it clear why.

Valetta’s narrow streets are cool and inviting, and St John’s Co-Cathedral is a catholic masterpiece. In the National War Museum, you can see the George Cross awarded for Malta’s role in World War II.

Day

8

At Sea

At Sea

Relax and enjoy the facilities onboard the ship.

Day

9

Naples, Italy

Arrival in the early morning, Departure in the evening

Naples has no shortage of things to see and do and a rich historical and cultural heritage all its own, yet Naples also acts as the perfect gateway to discover the beauty and wonder of the region.

With lavish architecture, hidden secrets, and mouth-watering cuisine to discover, a cruise to Naples is a wonderful opportunity to sample one of the most intriguing and beautiful cities in Italy.

Day

10

Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy

Arrival in the morning

Disembark the ship and transfer to your Rome Hotel for an overnight stay. Rome is a city brimming with history, culture, and artistic beauty. It's the capital of Italy, a city with a rich past spanning over 28 centuries, and a major human settlement for over three millennia. Rome is known as the "Eternal City" for its enduring legacy as a political, religious, and cultural centre.

Day

11

Rome, Italy

Overnight stay at the Hotel

As the epicentre of a rich civilisation, the city is remarkable for its magnificent art and architecture that showcase its cultural significance flawlessly. Its tourist attractions like Palatine Stadium, Colosseum, and Roman Forum coupled with Trevi Fountain make it distinct from other popular tourist spots.

Day

12

Rome, Italy

Fly from Rome to UK

Transfer to the airport for a flight to the UK.

  • Return flights to Venice and out of Rome from various UK Airports
  • Private Transfer from Venice Airport to Hotel
  • 2 Nights in Venice at The Plaza Hotel
  • Bed & Breakfast
  • Train from Venice to Trieste Centrale
  • 7 nights full-board cruise onboard Queen Victoria
  • Inside Cabin
  • Private transfers from Cruise Port to Rome Hotel
  • 2 Night in Rome at Napoleon Hotel Roma
  • Bed & Breakfast
  • Private Transfer from Hotel to Rome Airport

Package Summary

A Tale of Two Italian Gems: A Queen Victoria Voyage

Flight
Hotel
Cruise
Board
Transfer
0
21545
Price From 1309 pp
Flying On
2026
  • 4 July
  • 1 August
Sailing On
2026
  • 6 July
  • 3 August
Cruise Cunard Cruise Lines
Ship Queen Victoria

What's Included?

  • Return flights to Venice and out of Rome from various UK Airports
  • Private Transfer from Venice Airport to Hotel
  • 2 Nights in Venice at The Plaza Hotel
  • Bed & Breakfast
  • Train from Venice to Trieste Centrale
  • 7 nights full-board cruise onboard Queen Victoria
  • Inside Cabin
  • Private transfers from Cruise Port to Rome Hotel
  • 2 Night in Rome at Napoleon Hotel Roma
  • Bed & Breakfast
  • Private Transfer from Hotel to Rome Airport
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Over View

Embark on an enchanting Italian escape with A Tale of Two Italian Cities aboard the elegant Queen Victoria. Begin with a 2-night stay in romantic Venice, where winding canals and timeless charm set the tone. Then, board a 7-night full-board Mediterranean cruise, experiencing the refined luxury and iconic white-glove service of Cunard. Your journey concludes with a 2-night stay in Rome, offering time to explore the Eternal City’s ancient wonders and vibrant street life. Departing from Trieste on 04 July or 01 August 2026, this 11-night journey is a perfect blend of culture, cuisine, and coastal beauty.

Itinerary
Day

1

Venice, Italy

Fly from UK to Venice

Transfer to your hotel in Venice Mestre for an overnight stay. Venice is a unique and captivating city in northeastern Italy, known for its canals, bridges, and historic buildings. It's built on a cluster of 118 islands within the Venetian Lagoon, making it a "floating city".

Day

2

Venice, Italy

Overnight stay at the hotel

Lavish palaces, the Grand Canal, gondolas, Casanova, and Carnival are just a few of the things that define this endlessly romantic place. Despite all its big-hitting attractions, the “real” Venice is best discovered simply by getting lost.

Day

3

Trieste, Italy

Check-in starts at 12:00

Catch the train from Venice Mestre to Trieste and make your way to the cruise port, and embark the ship. A chance to explore your home for the next 7 nights.

Day

4

Zadar, Croatia

Arrival in the early morning, Departure in the afternoon

Zadar is a historic place, with Roman ruins and medieval churches to explore. Meanwhile, the cosmopolitan cafés and restaurants are great places to relax and enjoy the town’s distinct ambience.

Day

5

Dubrovnik, Croatia

Arrival in the early morning—POSSIBLE TENDER—Departure in the evening

Gently cruise into Dubrovnik, a town filled with architectural wonder, crystal clear waters warmed by the Adriatic Sea, sun-baked terracotta rooftops, and slender Baroque streets dotted with charming cafes and bars.

The pearl of the Adriatic, Dubrovnik, provides the perfect mix of culture-rich experiences, delicious dining, and breathtaking scenery. Not forgetting the opportunity to explore the iconic Old City Walls, which were heavily featured in HBO’s multi-award-winning fantasy series, Game of Thrones.

Day

6

At Sea

At Sea

Relax and enjoy the facilities onboard the ship.

Day

7

Valletta, Malta

Arrival in the early morning, Departure in the evening

Sir Walter Scott famously declared Valletta “a city built by gentlemen for gentlemen”, and the superbly landscaped parks and palaces within its 16th-century sandstone fortifications make it clear why.

Valetta’s narrow streets are cool and inviting, and St John’s Co-Cathedral is a catholic masterpiece. In the National War Museum, you can see the George Cross awarded for Malta’s role in World War II.

Day

8

At Sea

At Sea

Relax and enjoy the facilities onboard the ship.

Day

9

Naples, Italy

Arrival in the early morning, Departure in the evening

Naples has no shortage of things to see and do and a rich historical and cultural heritage all its own, yet Naples also acts as the perfect gateway to discover the beauty and wonder of the region.

With lavish architecture, hidden secrets, and mouth-watering cuisine to discover, a cruise to Naples is a wonderful opportunity to sample one of the most intriguing and beautiful cities in Italy.

Day

10

Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy

Arrival in the morning

Disembark the ship and transfer to your Rome Hotel for an overnight stay. Rome is a city brimming with history, culture, and artistic beauty. It's the capital of Italy, a city with a rich past spanning over 28 centuries, and a major human settlement for over three millennia. Rome is known as the "Eternal City" for its enduring legacy as a political, religious, and cultural centre.

Day

11

Rome, Italy

Overnight stay at the Hotel

As the epicentre of a rich civilisation, the city is remarkable for its magnificent art and architecture that showcase its cultural significance flawlessly. Its tourist attractions like Palatine Stadium, Colosseum, and Roman Forum coupled with Trevi Fountain make it distinct from other popular tourist spots.

Day

12

Rome, Italy

Fly from Rome to UK

Transfer to the airport for a flight to the UK.

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What's Included
  • Return flights to Venice and out of Rome from various UK Airports
  • Private Transfer from Venice Airport to Hotel
  • 2 Nights in Venice at The Plaza Hotel
  • Bed & Breakfast
  • Train from Venice to Trieste Centrale
  • 7 nights full-board cruise onboard Queen Victoria
  • Inside Cabin
  • Private transfers from Cruise Port to Rome Hotel
  • 2 Night in Rome at Napoleon Hotel Roma
  • Bed & Breakfast
  • Private Transfer from Hotel to Rome Airport

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