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Queen Elizabeth itinerary map for May 21, 2026 (12 nights)
Queen Elizabeth itinerary map for May 21, 2026 (12 nights)
12 nights · 10 ports
Round-trip · Seattle, Washington
CunardQueen Elizabeth

Queen Elizabeth
May 21, 2026

12-Night Alaska aboard Queen Elizabeth · Departing May 21, 2026 from the Port of Seattle, Washington.

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// AT A GLANCE

This 12-night cruise aboard the Queen Elizabeth departs from Seattle, Washington on Thursday, May 21, 2026 and returns on Tuesday, Jun 2nd. May weather across this route averages 70°/23°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 8.8 out of 10, averaged across 10 ports. Inside cabins dropped $155 on May 20.

ITINERARY SAFETY SCORE
8.8OUT OF 10
SAFE TIER
Safer than 88% of all cruises
Ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
01
12
night cruise
Thu → Tue
02
Seattle
departure port
Washington
03
10
port stops
Alaska
04
2
sea days
Day 2
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The Queen Elizabeth, operated by Cunard Cruise Line, sets sail on Thursday, May 21, 2026 from Seattle, Washington for a 12-night Alaska cruise. This itinerary includes 10 unique port stops and 2 days at sea. May weather across the route averages 70°F highs and 23°F lows. The itinerary safety score is 8.8 out of 10, combining travel advisories, crime statistics, and Global Peace Index data. Fare tracking is available for inside, oceanview, balcony, and suite cabin categories. Gangwaze monitors pricing daily so you can set a price-drop alert and book when the fare is right. Explore the full day-by-day port schedule, shore excursion options, onboard amenities, and weather forecasts for each stop on this Queen Elizabeth sailing.

// WHO'S ONBOARD YOUR CRUISE

Queen Elizabeth May 21, 2026 Roll Call

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// 02 · CRUISE PRICE

Queen Elizabeth May 21, 2026 Price & Tracking

QUEEN ELIZABETH·MAY 21, 2026

The graph below tracks historic price of the Queen Elizabeth cruise ship departing May 21, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $494 ($42 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,349 ($113 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 63%.

Queen Elizabeth cruise departing May 21, 202612-night itinerary. Current Inside Cabin price: $494 ($42 per night). Average price: $1,349.

// PRICE HISTORY · INSIDE
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Avg $1,189
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INSIDE CABIN
Queen Elizabeth · May 21, 2026
$494
$42 per night · 12 nights
58% below average
Avg $1,189 · You save $695

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// 03 · ITINERARY

12 Night Alaska (Seattle Roundtrip) Cruise Map

Interactive Itinerary MapMAY 21, 2026
The Queen Elizabeth sails on May 21, 2026 for a 12 Night Alaska (Seattle Roundtrip) (Seattle Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Seattle, Washington at N/A and will return to the port of Seattle, Washington on Jun 2nd at N/A. During the 13-day journey, the Queen Elizabeth will visit 9 additional ports and will spend 2 days at sea.
// CRUISE PORT SCHEDULE
Queen Elizabeth
MAY 21, 2026
13 STOPSSCROLL FOR ALL ↓
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12 NIGHTS · 9 PORTS
ROUND-TRIP · SEATTLE
// 04 · PORTS

12 Night Alaska (Seattle Roundtrip) Port List

Queen Elizabeth·May 21, 2026
Seattle, Washington — Day 1 of Queen Elizabeth May 21, 2026 cruise
DAY
1
EMBARKATION
THURSDAY·MAY 21

Seattle

Washington
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE

Seattle, Washington, offers docking at Pier 91. Travelers explore Pike Place Market and Space Needle. Excursions include whale-watching in Puget Sound. Local markets sell smoked salmon. The peak season, June to September, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures urban landmarks and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes Dungeness crab, a Washington favorite. Souvenirs, like native crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Salish history. Light layers and waterproof shoes suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Seattle’s urban charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of iconic markets and scenic waterways, making Seattle an engaging destination for exploration.

Ketchikan, Alaska — Day 3 of Queen Elizabeth May 21, 2026 cruise
DAY
3
PORT 2
THURSDAY·MAY 21

Ketchikan

Alaska
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE

Ketchikan, Alaska, offers docking at Ketchikan Port. Travelers explore Totem Bight Park and Creek Street. Excursions include Misty Fjords flights. Local markets sell smoked salmon. The peak season, June to August, brings milder weather for coastal tours. Photography captures totem poles and Inside Passage vistas. Dining onboard includes halibut, an Alaskan favorite. Souvenirs, like Tlingit crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Native Alaskan history. Warm layers and waterproof boots suit the cool climate, while sturdy shoes enhance historic walks. Ketchikan’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Alaskan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of native heritage and scenic fjords, making Ketchikan an engaging destination for exploration.

Cruise Glacier Bay — Day 4 of Queen Elizabeth May 21, 2026 cruise
DAY
4
PORT 3
THURSDAY·MAY 21

Cruise Glacier Bay

ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE

Cruise Glacier Bay, Alaska, offers scenic cruising without docking. Travelers view Margerie Glacier and humpback whales from the ship. Excursions include ranger-led tours. No facilities exist; provisions are ship-based. The peak season, June to August, brings milder weather for glacier tours. Photography captures icebergs and Inside Passage vistas. Dining onboard includes salmon, an Alaskan favorite. Souvenirs, like glacier crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Tlingit history. Warm layers and waterproof boots suit the cool climate, while binoculars enhance wildlife spotting. Glacier Bay’s natural allure offers a vibrant Alaskan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of glacial landscapes and marine wildlife, making Glacier Bay an engaging destination.

Haines, Alaska — Day 5 of Queen Elizabeth May 21, 2026 cruise
DAY
5
PORT 4
THURSDAY·MAY 21

Haines

Alaska
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE

Haines, Alaska, has docking at Haines Port. Travelers explore Chilkoot Lake for kayaking and bear spotting. Excursions visit Klukwan’s Tlingit cultural center. Local markets sell smoked salmon. The peak season, June to August, brings mild weather. Photography captures glaciers and mountain vistas. Dining onboard includes salmon chowder, an Alaskan favorite. Souvenirs, like Tlingit carvings, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover indigenous history. Warm layers and waterproof boots suit the cool climate. Binoculars enhance wildlife spotting. Haines’ rugged beauty offers a serene Alaskan stop, blending nature with cultural heritage.

Cruise Hubbard Glacier — Day 6 of Queen Elizabeth May 21, 2026 cruise
DAY
6
PORT 5
THURSDAY·MAY 21

Cruise Hubbard Glacier

ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE

Cruise Hubbard Glacier, Alaska, offers scenic cruising without docking. Travelers view Hubbard Glacier and Disenchantment Bay from the ship. Excursions include zodiac tours for seal spotting. No facilities exist; provisions are ship-based. The peak season, June to August, brings milder weather for glacier cruising. Photography captures icebergs and Yakutat Bay vistas. Dining onboard includes salmon, an Alaskan favorite. Souvenirs, like glacier crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Tlingit history. Warm layers and waterproof boots suit the cool climate, while binoculars enhance wildlife viewing. Hubbard Glacier’s natural allure offers a vibrant Alaskan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of glacial beauty and marine life, making Hubbard Glacier an engaging destination.

Icy Strait Point (Hoonah), Alaska — Day 7 of Queen Elizabeth May 21, 2026 cruise
DAY
7
PORT 6
THURSDAY·MAY 21

Icy Strait Point (Hoonah)

Alaska
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE

Icy Strait Point (Hoonah), Alaska, offers docking at Icy Strait Point. Travelers explore Hoonah’s Tlingit culture and Chichagof Island. Excursions include whale-watching tours. Local markets sell smoked salmon. The peak season, June to August, brings milder weather for coastal tours. Photography captures totem poles and Inside Passage vistas. Dining onboard includes halibut, an Alaskan favorite. Souvenirs, like Tlingit crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Huna Tlingit history. Warm layers and waterproof boots suit the cool climate, while sturdy shoes enhance forest walks. Icy Strait Point’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Alaskan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of native heritage and marine wildlife, making Icy Strait Point an engaging destination.

Cruise Endicott Arm & Dawes Glacier — Day 8 of Queen Elizabeth May 21, 2026 cruise
DAY
8
PORT 7
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE

Cruise Endicott Arm & Dawes Glacier, Alaska, offers scenic cruising without docking. Travelers view Dawes Glacier and granite fjords from the ship. Excursions include zodiac tours for wildlife spotting. No facilities exist; provisions are ship-based. The peak season, June to August, brings milder weather for fjord cruising. Photography captures icebergs and Inside Passage vistas. Dining onboard includes salmon, an Alaskan favorite. Souvenirs, like glacier crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Tlingit history. Warm layers and waterproof boots suit the cool climate, while binoculars enhance wildlife viewing. Endicott Arm’s natural allure offers a vibrant Alaskan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of glacial beauty and marine life, making Endicott Arm an engaging destination.

Juneau, Alaska — Day 9 of Queen Elizabeth May 21, 2026 cruise
DAY
9
PORT 8
THURSDAY·MAY 21

Juneau

Alaska
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE

Juneau, Alaska, offers docking at Juneau Port. Travelers explore Mendenhall Glacier and Mount Roberts Tramway. Excursions include whale-watching tours. Local markets sell smoked salmon. The peak season, June to August, brings milder weather for coastal tours. Photography captures glaciers and Inside Passage vistas. Dining onboard includes king crab, an Alaskan favorite. Souvenirs, like totem crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Tlingit history. Warm layers and waterproof boots suit the cool climate, while sturdy shoes enhance glacier hikes. Juneau’s natural charm offers a vibrant Alaskan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of stunning glaciers and marine wildlife, making Juneau an engaging destination for exploration.

Wrangell, Alaska — Day 10 of Queen Elizabeth May 21, 2026 cruise
DAY
10
PORT 9
THURSDAY·MAY 21

Wrangell

Alaska
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE

Wrangell, Alaska, offers docking at Wrangell Port. Travelers explore Petroglyph Beach and Totem Park. Excursions include Stikine River jet boat tours. Local markets sell smoked salmon. The peak season, June to August, brings milder weather for coastal tours. Photography captures native carvings and Inside Passage vistas. Dining onboard includes halibut, an Alaskan favorite. Souvenirs, like Tlingit crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Tlingit history. Warm layers and waterproof boots suit the cool climate, while sturdy shoes enhance petroglyph walks. Wrangell’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Alaskan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of native heritage and scenic rivers, making Wrangell an engaging destination for exploration.

Victoria, British Columbia — Day 12 of Queen Elizabeth May 21, 2026 cruise
DAY
12
PORT 11
THURSDAY·MAY 21

Victoria

British Columbia
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE

Victoria, British Columbia, Canada, offers docking at Ogden Point Port. Travelers explore Butchart Gardens and Craigdarroch Castle. Excursions include whale-watching tours. Local markets sell Nanaimo bars. The peak season, June to September, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures floral gardens and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes salmon, a BC favorite. Souvenirs, like totem crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Salish history. Light layers and waterproof shoes suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance garden walks. Victoria’s scenic charm offers a vibrant Canadian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural beauty and historic landmarks, making Victoria an engaging destination for exploration.

// 05 · WEATHER

12 Night Alaska (Seattle Roundtrip) Weather Forecast

Queen Elizabeth·May 21, 2026
MAY FORECAST · SEATTLE
Historical monthly averages for travelers visiting this port.
61°
AVG · °F
Mostly sunny days
AVG HIGH
90°
AVG LOW
31°
AVG RAINFALL
2.8"
Source: 30-year historical climate averages via Open-Meteo
// YEAR-ROUND AT SEATTLE
Average monthly temperature and rainfall. Your sail month is highlighted.
AVG TEMP °FRAINFALL IN
61°JANFEBMARAPRMAYJUNJULAUGSEPOCTNOVDEC12-MONTH AVERAGE · DATA: 30-YEAR HISTORICAL
// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS

Queen Elizabeth May 21, 2026 Excursions

Queen Elizabeth·May 21, 2026

From beach breaks and snorkeling to local food tours and cultural landmarks, these shore excursions help you make the most of every stop. Browse by port below to compare top-rated options and plan your day before you board.

// BROWSE BY PORT
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Browse shore excursions for each port on this Queen Elizabeth itinerary. Tours, activities, and transfers are provided by Viator.

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// 07 · SAFETY SCORE

Itinerary Safety Score

12 Night Alaska (Seattle Roundtrip)

Based on comprehensive research of cruise port safety information, including recent crime reports, travel advisories, Global Peace Index rankings, and specific port security concerns, we've created a "safety score" for each cruise port stop. The overall rating below represents a combined score for your specific cruise itinerary.

ITINERARY AVERAGE
SAFE TIER
0OUT OF 100
LOWHIGH
Safer than 88% of all cruises
8.8/10 itinerary average · ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
// HOW WE SCORE
Four signals, weighted by recency.

Scores combine recent crime reports, government travel advisories, Global Peace Index rankings, and port-specific security incidents. Refreshed monthly.

8.0 – 10.0
Safe — Low-risk; standard precautions apply.
6.5 – 7.9
Moderate — Generally safe with normal vigilance.
5.0 – 6.4
Caution — Stay alert; avoid certain areas after dark.
0 – 4.9
High caution — Significant risk; book guided excursions.
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// PORT-BY-PORT BREAKDOWN10 PORTS
01

Seattle 🇺🇸

Washington · United StatesMODERATE

Travelers in Seattle should stay vigilant and secure their belongings, as some downtown areas may have higher risks of petty theft.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
02

Ketchikan 🇺🇸

Alaska · United StatesSAFE

Ketchikan offers a safe environment for travelers with a strong police presence, low crime rates, and standard precautions advised for wildlife.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
03

Cruise Glacier Bay 🇺🇸

United States · United StatesSAFE

Passengers remain aboard their cruise ships in Glacier Bay, ensuring a safe experience while enjoying the scenic views.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
04

Haines 🇺🇸

Alaska · United StatesSAFE

Haines, Alaska, offers a low-crime environment and well-maintained infrastructure, ensuring a safe experience for cruise travelers.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
05

Cruise Hubbard Glacier 🇺🇸

United States · United StatesSAFE

Travelers can safely enjoy stunning views of Hubbard Glacier from their cruise ship, ensuring a secure and enjoyable experience.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
06

Icy Strait Point (Hoonah) 🇺🇸

Alaska · United StatesSAFE

Icy Strait Point offers a secure environment for tourists with low crime rates, controlled access, and protocols to manage wildlife encounters.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
07

Cruise Endicott Arm & Dawes Glacier 🇺🇸

United States · United StatesSAFE

Travelers can safely enjoy breathtaking views of Endicott Arm & Dawes Glacier from their cruise ship without disembarking.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
08

Juneau 🇺🇸

Alaska · United StatesSAFE

Juneau is a safe cruise destination with low crime, good infrastructure, and designated tourist areas, but be cautious of environmental hazards.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
09

Wrangell 🇺🇸

Alaska · United StatesSAFE

Wrangell, Alaska, offers a safe environment for cruise travelers, but visitors should remain aware of local wildlife and weather changes.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
10

Victoria 🇨🇦

British Columbia · CanadaSAFE

Victoria offers a safe environment for travelers, with low crime rates and strong police presence in tourist areas.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
// 08 · CRUISE SHIP

Queen Elizabeth Ship Overview

Specs & DetailsCUNARD
Queen Elizabeth
CUNARD · VISTA
CHRISTENED
2010
STATEROOMS
0
TONNAGE
90,901GT
17.4% BELOW AVG· vs avg 110,055 GT
YEAR BUILT
2010
3 YEARS NEWER· vs avg 2007
LENGTH
964ft
5.5% BELOW AVG· vs avg 1,020 ft
PASSENGER COUNT
2,081cruisers
8.9% BELOW AVG· vs avg 2,284 cruisers
// ABOUT THE SHIP

The Queen Elizabeth has a construction date of 2010 and a total size of 90,901 gross tons. The ship measures 964 feet in length. Queen Elizabeth is included in Cunard's Vista class. At full capacity, the Queen Elizabeth holds 2,081 passengers. That includes 1,076 cruise vacationers and 1,005 staff members. The Queen Elizabeth total number of staterooms is 0.

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