Queen Elizabeth itinerary map for May 2, 2027
Queen Elizabeth
Queen Elizabeth
May 2, 2027
12 Night Western Mediterranean

Queen Elizabeth May 2, 2027

The Queen Elizabeth May 2, 2027 cruise departs from Southampton (London), England. On this 12 Night Western Mediterranean (Southampton Roundtrip) sailing, the Queen Elizabeth will visit a total of 9 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The ship sets sail on Sunday, May 2nd and returns on Friday, May 14th, 2027.

Cruise Length
12
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Southampton
England
Port Stops
9
Sea Days
4
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Queen Elizabeth · May 2, 2027

The graph below tracks historic price of the Queen Elizabeth cruise ship departing May 2, 2027. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,869 ($156 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,952 ($163 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 4%.

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Queen Elizabeth · May 2, 2027

The Queen Elizabeth sails on May 2, 2027 for a 12 Night Western Mediterranean (Southampton Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Southampton (London), England at N/A and will return to the port of Barcelona, Spain on May 14th at N/A. During the 13-day journey, the Queen Elizabeth will visit 8 additional ports and will spend 4 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

12 Night Western Mediterranean (Southampton Roundtrip)

  • MAY02
    Southampton (London), England
    Southampton (London), England
    A: — - D: —
  • MAY03
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAY02
    La Coruna, Spain
    La Coruna, Spain
    A: — - D: —
  • MAY05
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAY02
    Leixoes (oporto), Portugal
    Leixoes (oporto), Portugal
    A: — - D: —
  • MAY07
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAY02
    Tangier, Morocco
    Tangier, Morocco
    A: — - D: —
  • MAY02
    Gibraltar, U.K.
    Gibraltar, U.K.
    A: — - D: —
  • MAY10
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAY02
    Cartagena, Spain
    Cartagena, Spain
    A: — - D: —
  • MAY02
    Alicante, Spain
    Alicante, Spain
    A: — - D: —
  • MAY02
    Valencia, Spain
    Valencia, Spain
    A: — - D: —
  • MAY02
    Barcelona, Spain
    Barcelona, Spain
    A: — - D: —
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Cruise Ports

May 2, 2027 · 12 Night Western Mediterranean (Southampton Roundtrip)

Southampton (London), England
Day 1•Sunday, May 2

Southampton (London), England

Arrival: —•Departure: —

Southampton (London), England, offers docking at Southampton Port with excursions to London. Travelers explore Tower of London and Buckingham Palace. Excursions visit Stonehenge. Local markets sell fish and chips. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures historic landmarks and Solent vistas. Dining onboard includes roast beef, an English favorite. Souvenirs, like tea crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Anglo-Saxon history. Light layers and waterproof shoes suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Southampton’s urban gateway offers a vibrant English stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of iconic landmarks and historic sites, making Southampton an engaging destination. (126 words)

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At Sea
Day 2•Monday, May 3

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

La Coruna, Spain
Day 3•Sunday, May 2

La Coruna, Spain

Arrival: —•Departure: —

La Coruña, Spain, offers docking at La Coruña Port. Travelers explore Tower of Hercules and María Pita Square. Excursions visit Santiago de Compostela. Local markets sell pulpo a la gallega. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Roman lighthouses and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes empanada gallega, a Spanish favorite. Souvenirs, like scallop crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Galician history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. La Coruña’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ancient landmarks and scenic coasts, making La Coruña an engaging destination. (126 words)

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At Sea
Day 4•Wednesday, May 5

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Leixoes (oporto), Portugal
Day 5•Sunday, May 2

Leixoes (oporto), Portugal

Arrival: —•Departure: —

Leixoes, Portugal, has docking at Leixoes Port with excursions to Oporto. Travelers explore Porto’s Ribeira district and Livraria Lello. Excursions visit Douro Valley vineyards. Local markets sell port wine. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather. Photography captures Douro River views and azulejo tiles. Dining onboard includes francesinha, a Porto dish. Souvenirs, like cork crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Portuguese history. Light layers suit the temperate climate. Comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Leixoes’ access to Porto offers a vibrant Portuguese stop, blending culture with riverfront charm.

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At Sea
Day 6•Friday, May 7

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Tangier, Morocco
Day 7•Sunday, May 2

Tangier, Morocco

Arrival: —•Departure: —

Tangier, Morocco, offers docking at Tangier Port. Travelers explore Kasbah Museum and Medina’s souks. Excursions visit Chefchaouen’s blue streets. Local markets sell tagine. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colorful alleys and Strait of Gibraltar vistas. Dining onboard includes couscous, a Moroccan favorite. Souvenirs, like leather crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Berber history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance medina walks. Tangier’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Moroccan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic kasbahs and bustling souks, making Tangier an engaging destination for exploring Morocco’s northern coast.

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Gibraltar, U.K.
Day 8•Sunday, May 2

Gibraltar, U.K.

Arrival: —•Departure: —

Gibraltar, U.K., offers docking at Gibraltar Port. Travelers explore Rock of Gibraltar and St. Michael’s Cave. Excursions include dolphin-watching tours. Local markets sell fish and chips. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures limestone cliffs and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes roast beef, a British favorite. Souvenirs, like monkey-themed crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Barbary history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while sturdy shoes enhance rock hikes. Gibraltar’s unique charm offers a vibrant British stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural wonders and scenic straits, making Gibraltar an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

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At Sea
Day 9•Monday, May 10

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Cartagena, Spain
Day 10•Sunday, May 2

Cartagena, Spain

Arrival: —•Departure: —

Cartagena, Spain, offers docking at Cartagena Port. Travelers explore Roman Theatre and Naval Museum. Excursions visit Murcia’s cathedral. Local markets sell caldero. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures ancient ruins and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes zarangollo, a Spanish favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Carthaginian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Cartagena’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of Roman landmarks and scenic harbors, making Cartagena an engaging destination for exploring Spain’s Murcia region. (126 words)

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Alicante, Spain
Day 11•Sunday, May 2

Alicante, Spain

Arrival: —•Departure: —

Alicante, Spain, offers docking at Alicante Port. Travelers explore Santa Bárbara Castle and Explanada de España. Excursions visit Elche’s palm groves. Local markets sell turrón. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Moorish castles and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes arroz a banda, a Spanish favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Valencian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance castle walks. Alicante’s coastal charm offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic promenades, making Alicante an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

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Valencia, Spain
Day 12•Sunday, May 2

Valencia, Spain

Arrival: —•Departure: —

Valencia, Spain, offers docking at Valencia Port. Travelers explore City of Arts and Sciences and La Lonja. Excursions visit Albufera’s lagoon. Local markets sell paella. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures futuristic architecture and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes horchata, a Valencian favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Valencian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Valencia’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of modern landmarks and scenic coasts, making Valencia an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

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Barcelona, Spain
Day 13•Sunday, May 2

Barcelona, Spain

Arrival: —•Departure: —

Barcelona, Spain, offers docking at Barcelona Port. Travelers explore Sagrada Familia and Park Güell. Excursions visit Montserrat Monastery. Local markets sell paella. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for city tours. Photography captures Gaudí architecture and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes tapas, a Spanish favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Catalan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Barcelona’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of modernist landmarks and scenic coasts, making Barcelona an engaging destination for exploring Spain’s Catalan region. (126 words)

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Weather Forecast

Queen Elizabeth - May 2, 2027 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Southampton (London), England

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May

Typical Weather

76°F

Average High

33°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.07in

Daily average

2.1 in monthly total

Shore Excursions

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Itinerary Safety Score

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 Safety Rank
74 / 100
safer than 74% of all cruises
74
8
/ 10
Southampton (London), England
Southampton
Southampton is a safe port city for cruise travelers, but vigilance against pickpocketing is advised in busier areas.
8
/ 10
La Coruna, Spain
La Coruna
La Coruña, Spain, is a safe cruise port with a low crime rate, but travelers should remain vigilant against petty theft in crowded areas.
8
/ 10
Leixoes (oporto), Portugal
Leixoes
Leixões is a generally safe cruise port, but travelers should remain vigilant against petty theft in crowded areas and tourist spots.
6
/ 10
Tangier, Morocco
Tangier
Travelers should remain vigilant in Tangier, especially in the medina, to avoid petty crime and harassment while exploring the city.
8
/ 10
Gibraltar, U.K.
Gibraltar
Gibraltar is safe for travelers, with a low crime rate and strong police presence, though vigilance against petty theft is advised.
7
/ 10
Cartagena, Spain
Cartagena
Travelers should remain vigilant and secure their belongings in popular areas to enjoy Cartagena safely, as pickpockets may be present.
8
/ 10
Alicante, Spain
Alicante
Travelers in Alicante should stay vigilant against petty theft, especially in crowded areas, while securing their belongings.
8
/ 10
Valencia, Spain
Valencia
Valencia is a safe cruise port with a low crime rate, but travelers should remain vigilant against petty theft in busy areas.
7
/ 10
Barcelona, Spain
Barcelona
Travelers should stay vigilant against pickpocketing in crowded areas and secure their belongings to ensure safety while enjoying the city.

Cruise Ship

Queen Elizabeth

⚓ Tonnage

90,901

vs avg 110,055

🛠️ Year Built

2,010

vs avg 2,007

📏 Length (ft)

964

vs avg 1,020

👥 Passenger Count

2,081

vs avg 2,284

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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Itinerary FAQ

How many nights is the Queen Elizabeth sailing on May 2, 2027?

This is a 12-night cruise itinerary departing from Southampton (London), England.

What ports does the Queen Elizabeth visit on the May 2, 2027 cruise?

This route includes southampton-england, la-coruna-spain, leixoes-oporto-portugal, tangier-morocco, gibraltar-uk, cartagena-spain, alicante-spain, valencia-spain, barcelona-spain.

How many sea days are included on this Queen Elizabeth May 2, 2027 itinerary?

This itinerary includes 4 sea days.

Who is the cruise director for the Queen Elizabeth sailing on May 2, 2027?

Cruise director assignment data is not currently available for this sail date.

How is the itinerary safety score calculated for this cruise?

The itinerary safety score combines port-level safety indicators such as travel advisories, local risk signals, and historical context into a single overall score for this specific route.

Can I track price drops for this Queen Elizabeth itinerary?

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