Queen Elizabeth itinerary map for March 9, 2028 (16 nights)
Queen Elizabeth cruise ship

Queen Elizabeth — March 9, 202816-Night World Voyage Segment on Cunard

This 16-night cruise aboard the Queen Elizabeth departs from Yokohama (tokyo), Japan on Thursday, March 9, 2028 and returns on Saturday, Mar 25th. March weather across this route averages 88°/58°F. Cabins are currently tracked from $3,209.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.7 out of 10, averaged across 5 ports.

Cruise Length
16
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Yokohama
Japan
Port Stops
5
Sea Days
11

Cruise Price - Queen Elizabeth March 9, 2028

Queen Elizabeth · March 9, 2028

The graph below tracks historic price of the Queen Elizabeth cruise ship departing March 9, 2028. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $3,209 ($201 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $3,209 ($201 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 0%.

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Inside
$3,209
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Oceanview
$3,759
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Balcony
$4,469
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Suite
$12,059

Price History – Queen Elizabeth March 9, 2028

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Queen Elizabeth
March 9, 2028
$3,209
0% vs avg: $3,209

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Cruise Itinerary Map - 16 Night World Voyage Segment (Yokohama To Sydney)

Queen Elizabeth · March 9, 2028

The Queen Elizabeth sails on March 9, 2028 for a 16 Night World Voyage Segment (Yokohama To Sydney). The ship will depart the port of Yokohama (tokyo), Japan at N/A and will return to the port of Sydney, Australia on Mar 25th at N/A. During the 17-day journey, the Queen Elizabeth will visit 4 additional ports and will spend 11 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

16 Night World Voyage Segment (Yokohama To Sydney)

  • MAR09
    Yokohama (tokyo), Japan
    Yokohama (tokyo), Japan
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  • MAR10
    At Sea
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  • MAR11
    At Sea
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  • MAR12
    At Sea
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  • MAR13
    At Sea
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  • MAR14
    At Sea
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  • MAR15
    At Sea
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  • MAR09
    Rabaul, Papua New Guinea
    Rabaul, Papua New Guinea
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  • MAR17
    At Sea
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  • MAR18
    At Sea
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  • MAR19
    At Sea
    At Sea
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  • MAR09
    Cairns, Australia
    Cairns, Australia
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  • MAR09
    Airlie Beach, Queensland, Australia
    Airlie Beach, Queensland, Australia
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  • MAR22
    At Sea
    At Sea
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  • MAR23
    At Sea
    At Sea
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  • MAR09
    Sydney, Australia
    Sydney, Australia
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  • MAR09
    Sydney, Australia
    Sydney, Australia
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Cruise Ports

March 9, 2028 · 16 Night World Voyage Segment (Yokohama To Sydney)

Yokohama (tokyo), Japan — Day 1 of Queen Elizabeth March 9, 2028 cruise
Day 1•Thursday, Mar 9

Yokohama (tokyo), Japan

Arrival: —•Departure: —

Yokohama (Tokyo), Japan, offers docking at Yokohama Port with excursions to Tokyo. Travelers explore Senso-ji Temple and Shibuya Crossing. Excursions visit Kamakura’s Great Buddha. Local markets sell yakitori. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures neon streets and Tokyo Bay vistas. Dining onboard includes sushi, a Japanese favorite. Souvenirs, like ukiyo-e prints, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Edo history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Yokohama’s urban gateway offers a vibrant Japanese stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic temples and modern cityscapes, making Yokohama an engaging destination.

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Day 2 at sea — Queen Elizabeth March 9, 2028 itinerary
Day 2•Friday, Mar 10

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

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Day 3 at sea — Queen Elizabeth March 9, 2028 itinerary
Day 3•Saturday, Mar 11

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

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Day 4 at sea — Queen Elizabeth March 9, 2028 itinerary
Day 4•Sunday, Mar 12

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 11:59 PM

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Day 5 at sea — Queen Elizabeth March 9, 2028 itinerary
Day 5•Monday, Mar 13

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

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Day 6 at sea — Queen Elizabeth March 9, 2028 itinerary
Day 6•Tuesday, Mar 14

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

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Day 7 at sea — Queen Elizabeth March 9, 2028 itinerary
Day 7•Wednesday, Mar 15

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

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Rabaul, Papua New Guinea — Day 8 of Queen Elizabeth March 9, 2028 cruise
Day 8•Thursday, Mar 9

Rabaul, Papua New Guinea

Arrival: —•Departure: —

Rabaul, Papua New Guinea, offers docking at Rabaul Port. Travelers explore Tavurvur Volcano and WWII tunnels. Excursions include snorkeling at Duke of York Islands. Local markets sell kaukau. The peak season, May to October, brings dry weather for volcanic tours. Photography captures ash landscapes and Bismarck Sea vistas. Dining onboard includes mumu, a PNG favorite. Souvenirs, like carved masks, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Melanesian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance volcano hikes. Rabaul’s volcanic allure offers a vibrant PNG stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural wonders and WWII history, making Rabaul an engaging destination for exploring Papua New Guinea’s coastal heritage.

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Day 9 at sea — Queen Elizabeth March 9, 2028 itinerary
Day 9•Friday, Mar 17

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Queen Elizabeth — explore the ship's signature dining, entertainment, and onboard activities.

Day 10 at sea — Queen Elizabeth March 9, 2028 itinerary
Day 10•Saturday, Mar 18

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Queen Elizabeth — explore the ship's signature dining, entertainment, and onboard activities.

Day 11 at sea — Queen Elizabeth March 9, 2028 itinerary
Day 11•Sunday, Mar 19

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Queen Elizabeth — explore the ship's signature dining, entertainment, and onboard activities.

Cairns, Australia — Day 12 of Queen Elizabeth March 9, 2028 cruise
Day 12•Thursday, Mar 9

Cairns, Australia

Arrival: —•Departure: —

Cairns, Australia, docks at Cairns Cruise Liner Terminal, a 10-minute walk to the Esplanade, population 150,000. Travelers visit the Cairns Aquarium for reef species. Excursions to the Great Barrier Reef, 1 hour by boat, offer snorkeling. Kuranda, 30 minutes north, features rainforest cable cars. Local markets sell mangoes. Peak season June to October; taxis 10-15 AUD. Dining includes barramundi at waterfront cafes. Souvenirs feature opals.

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Airlie Beach, Queensland, Australia — Day 13 of Queen Elizabeth March 9, 2028 cruise
Day 13•Thursday, Mar 9

Airlie Beach, Queensland, Australia

Arrival: —•Departure: —

Airlie Beach, in the Whitsunday Region of Queensland, anchors as a tender port for cruises to the Great Barrier Reef, with ships docking at Port of Airlie or Abell Point Marina. The town, population around 8,000, sits on a small inlet 1,100 kilometers north of Brisbane. Passengers walk 10 minutes from the tender pier to the lagoon, a 4,300-square-meter saltwater pool providing stinger-free swimming from November to May. Excursions depart for the 74 Whitsunday Islands, including full-day sails to Whitehaven Beach for its silica sands and swirling tides, or Heart Reef for aerial views via seaplane. Snorkeling tours target Hardy Reef's pontoons with underwater observatories and glass-bottom boats. Conway National Park, minutes away, offers rainforest hikes to waterfalls and lookouts along the 20-kilometer Bicentennial Pathway. Local operators provide half-day kayaking in sheltered coves. Dining along the waterfront includes fresh seafood cafes and bakeries serving meat pies. Shops stock sunscreen, hats, and Aboriginal art souvenirs. Peak season December to February brings crowds; book tours in advance. Evening markets feature live music and street food. Buses connect to Shute Harbour for additional reef access.

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Day 14 at sea — Queen Elizabeth March 9, 2028 itinerary
Day 14•Wednesday, Mar 22

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Queen Elizabeth — explore the ship's signature dining, entertainment, and onboard activities.

Day 15 at sea — Queen Elizabeth March 9, 2028 itinerary
Day 15•Thursday, Mar 23

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Queen Elizabeth — explore the ship's signature dining, entertainment, and onboard activities.

Sydney, Australia — Day 16 of Queen Elizabeth March 9, 2028 cruise
Day 16•Thursday, Mar 9

Sydney, Australia

Arrival: —•Departure: —

Sydney, Australia, offers docking at Circular Quay. Travelers explore Sydney Opera House and Bondi Beach. Excursions visit Blue Mountains. Local markets sell meat pies. The peak season, December to February, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures iconic landmarks and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes lamingtons, an Australian favorite. Souvenirs, like opal crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Aboriginal history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Sydney’s urban charm offers a vibrant Australian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of cultural landmarks and scenic coasts, making Sydney an engaging destination for exploration.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Sydney, Australia — Day 17 of Queen Elizabeth March 9, 2028 cruise
Day 17•Thursday, Mar 9

Sydney, Australia

Arrival: —•Departure: —

Returning to Sydney, Australia — see Day 16 above for port info.

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Weather Forecast

Queen Elizabeth - March 9, 2028 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Yokohama (tokyo), Japan

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March

Typical Weather

74°F

Average High

24°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.15in

Daily average

4.5 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
77 / 100
safer than 77% of all cruises
77
9
/ 10
Yokohama (tokyo), Japan
Yokohama
Yokohama is a safe cruise port with low crime rates, a strong police presence, and tourists should remain vigilant in crowded areas.
5
/ 10
Rabaul, Papua New Guinea
Rabaul
Travelers to Rabaul should remain vigilant due to high crime rates, tribal disputes, limited infrastructure, and proximity to an active volcano.
8
/ 10
Cairns, Australia
Cairns
Cairns has a low crime rate and prioritizes visitor safety, but travelers should remain vigilant against petty theft in busy areas.
8
/ 10
Airlie Beach, Queensland, Australia
Airlie Beach
Airlie Beach is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates, allowing visitors to explore comfortably despite occasional petty theft.
8
/ 10
Sydney, Australia
Sydney
Travelers should remain vigilant against petty theft in tourist areas and nightlife districts while enjoying the overall safety of Sydney.

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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Queen Elizabeth March 9, 2028 FAQ

What's the cheapest cabin on the Queen Elizabeth March 9, 2028 cruise?▾

The lowest currently-tracked fare for this sailing is $3,209 for an Inside cabin. Pricing is updated daily — see the live price chart above for the latest snapshots.

What's the weather like on the Queen Elizabeth March 9, 2028 route?▾

Across the ports visited on this 16-night route, March averages 88°F highs and 58°F lows. See the per-port weather forecast section above for daily detail.

How safe is the March 9, 2028 Queen Elizabeth itinerary?▾

This itinerary scores 7.7 out of 10 on the Gangwaze Itinerary Safety Score, averaged across 5 ports. We weight current travel advisories, recent crime data, and Global Peace Index signals — see the Safety Score section above for the full per-port breakdown.

When does the Queen Elizabeth sail and return on this itinerary?▾

The Queen Elizabeth departs Yokohama (tokyo), Japan on Thursday, March 9, 2028 and returns on Saturday, Mar 25th, 2028. Total duration: 16 nights.

Who is the cruise director for the Queen Elizabeth sailing on March 9, 2028?▾

Cruise director assignment for this sail date is not currently confirmed in our records.

Can I track price drops for this Queen Elizabeth itinerary?▾

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Last Updated: May 13, 2026