Queen Elizabeth - 5/21/2026
The May 21, 2026 cruise on the Queen Elizabeth departs from Seattle, Washington. On this 12 Night Alaska (Seattle Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 10 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Queen Elizabeth sets sail on Thursday, May 21st and returns on Tuesday, Jun 2nd.
Cruise Pricing
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 $1,318 ($110 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,501 ($126 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 12%.
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Cruise Itinerary
Itinerary
Queen Elizabeth - May 21, 2026 - 12 Nights
| Day | Date | Port |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | May 21st | Seattle, Washington |
| 2 | May 22nd | At Sea |
| 3 | May 21st | Ketchikan, Alaska |
| 4 | May 21st | Cruise Glacier Bay |
| 5 | May 21st | Haines, Alaska |
| 6 | May 21st | Cruise Hubbard Glacier |
| 7 | May 21st | Icy Strait Point (Hoonah), Alaska |
| 8 | May 21st | Cruise Tracy Arm Fjord, Alaska |
| 9 | May 21st | Juneau, Alaska |
| 10 | May 21st | Wrangell, Alaska |
| 11 | May 31st | At Sea |
| 12 | May 21st | Victoria, British Columbia |
| 13 | May 21st | Seattle, Washington |
The Queen Elizabeth sails on May 21, 2026 for a 12 Night Alaska (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.
Itinerary Safety Score
Based on my 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.
Cruise Ship
Queen Elizabeth
Cunard Cruise Line
The Queen Elizabeth was built in 2010 and is among Cunard's 3 ships in its fleet. The Queen Elizabeth is included in the cruise line's Vista class. In the cruise ship stats below, you'll find the Queen Elizabeth vs all other Cunard ships.
Cruise Ports
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. (126 words)
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
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. (126 words)
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. (126 words)
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, 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. (126 words)
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. (126 words)
Cruise Tracy Arm Fjord, Alaska, offers scenic cruising without docking. Travelers view Sawyer Glaciers and granite cliffs 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. Tracy Arm’s natural allure offers a vibrant Alaskan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of glacial beauty and marine life, making Tracy Arm an engaging destination. (126 words)
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. (126 words)
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.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
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. (126 words)
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. (126 words)