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The lowest currently-tracked fare for this sailing is $899 for an Inside cabin. Pricing is updated daily.

What's the weather like on the Queen Mary 2 August 18th, 2026 route?

Weather data for each port of call is available in the per-port weather forecast section, with monthly climate averages for the sailing month.

How safe is the August 18th, 2026 Queen Mary 2 itinerary?

This itinerary is scored on the Gangwaze Itinerary Safety Score, which weights current travel advisories, recent crime data, and Global Peace Index signals. See the Safety Score section for the full per-port breakdown.

When does the Queen Mary 2 sail and return on this itinerary?

The Queen Mary 2 departs on August 18th, 2026 and returns 9 nights later.

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Queen Mary 2 itinerary map for August 18, 2026 (9 nights)

CunardQueen Mary 2

Queen Mary 2
August 18, 2026

9-Night Eastbound Transatlantic Crossing aboard Queen Mary 2 · Departing August 18, 2026 from the Port of New York, New York.

Interior from$899/ guest

// AT A GLANCE

This 9-night cruise aboard the Queen Mary 2 departs from New York, New York on Tuesday, August 18, 2026 and returns on Thursday, Aug 27th. August weather across this route averages 95°/47°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.7 out of 10 — New York (6.5), Southampton (8.0), Hamburg (8.5). Balcony cabins dropped $40 on Jul 11.

ITINERARY SAFETY SCORE

MODERATE TIER

Safer than 77% of all cruises

Ranked across every sailing in our database.

LEAST SAFESAFEST

FULL BREAKDOWN →

night cruise

Tue → Thu

New York

departure port

New York

port stops

Crossing

sea days

Day 2

// ON THIS PAGE09 SECTIONS

01Roll Call↓02Cruise Price Tracker↓03Itinerary map↓04Cruise ports↓05Weather↓06Shore excursions↓07Safety score↓08Cruise ship↓09FAQ↓

// WHO'S ONBOARD YOUR CRUISE

Queen Mary 2 August 18, 2026 Roll Call

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// 02 · CRUISE PRICE

Queen Mary 2 August 18, 2026 Price & Tracking

QUEEN MARY 2·AUGUST 18, 2026

The graph below tracks historic price of the Queen Mary 2 cruise ship departing August 18, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $899 ($100 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,593 ($177 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 44%.

// PRICE HISTORY · INSIDE

Last 6 months · refreshes daily

This cabin

Avg $1,546

LIVE RATE

INSIDE CABIN

Queen Mary 2 · August 18, 2026

$899

$100 per night · 9 nights

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42% below average

Avg $1,546 · You save $647

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Queen Mary 2 August 18, 2026 — recent price snapshots

Date

Inside

Oceanview

Balcony

Suite

Jul 11, 2026

$899

$1,109

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Jul 10, 2026

$899

$1,109

$1,149

$7,369

Jul 9, 2026

$899

$1,109

$1,169

$7,369

Jul 7, 2026

$949

—

$7,369

Jul 6, 2026

$949

$1,109

—

$7,369

Jul 4, 2026

$949

$1,109

—

$7,369

Jul 3, 2026

$949

$1,109

—

$7,369

Jul 2, 2026

$899

$1,109

—

Jun 30, 2026

$899

$1,109

$1,149

—

Jun 29, 2026

$899

$1,109

$1,149

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// 03 · ITINERARY

Eastbound Transatlantic Crossing Cruise Map

Interactive Itinerary MapAUGUST 18, 2026

The Queen Mary 2 sails on August 18, 2026 for a Eastbound Transatlantic Crossing (New York Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of New York, New York at N/A and will return to the port of Hamburg, Germany on Aug 27th at N/A. During the 10-day journey, the Queen Mary 2 will visit 2 additional ports and will spend 7 days at sea.

// CRUISE PORT SCHEDULE

Queen Mary 2

AUGUST 18, 2026

10 STOPSSCROLL FOR ALL ↓

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9 NIGHTS · 2 PORTS

ROUND-TRIP · NEW YORK

// 04 · PORTS

Eastbound Transatlantic Crossing Port List

Queen Mary 2·August 18, 2026

DAY

EMBARKATION

TUESDAY·AUG 18

New York

ARRIVAL

DEPARTURE

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New York, New York, offers docking at Manhattan Cruise Terminal. Travelers explore Statue of Liberty and Central Park. Excursions include Broadway shows. Local markets sell bagels. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures skyscrapers and Hudson River vistas. Dining onboard includes pastrami sandwiches, a New York favorite. Souvenirs, like I ❤️ NY crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Lenape history. Light layers suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. New York’s urban charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of iconic landmarks and cultural experiences, making New York an engaging destination.

AUGUST FORECAST

77°F avg · Avg

Excursion options Full port info

Southampton (London), England — Day 8 of Queen Mary 2 August 18, 2026 cruise

DAY

PORT 7

TUESDAY·AUG 18

Southampton (London)

England

ARRIVAL

DEPARTURE

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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.

AUGUST FORECAST

68°F avg · Avg

Excursion options Full port info

Hamburg, Germany — Day 10 of Queen Mary 2 August 18, 2026 cruise

DAY

DISEMBARKATION

TUESDAY·AUG 18

Hamburg

Germany

ARRIVAL

DEPARTURE

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Hamburg, Germany, has docking at a Elbe River port. Travelers explore Speicherstadt’s UNESCO-listed warehouses. Excursions visit St. Michael’s Church tower for city views. Local markets sell currywurst. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather. Photography captures canals and modern architecture. Dining onboard includes labskaus, a Hamburg dish. Souvenirs, like model ships, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Hanseatic history. Light layers suit the temperate climate. Comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Hamburg’s maritime heritage and urban vibrancy offer a dynamic German stop, blending history with modern charm.

AUGUST FORECAST

67°F avg · Avg

Excursion options Full port info

// 05 · WEATHER

Eastbound Transatlantic Crossing Weather Forecast

Queen Mary 2·August 18, 2026

AUG FORECAST · NEW YORK

Historical monthly averages for travelers visiting this port.

77°

AVG · °F

Mostly sunny days

AVG HIGH

102°

AVG LOW

53°

AVG RAINFALL

4.5"

Source: 30-year historical climate averages via Open-Meteo

// YEAR-ROUND AT NEW YORK

Average monthly temperature and rainfall. Your sail month is highlighted.

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// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS

Queen Mary 2 August 18, 2026 Excursions

Queen Mary 2·August 18, 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.

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// 07 · SAFETY SCORE

Itinerary Safety Score

Eastbound Transatlantic Crossing

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

MODERATE TIER

LOWHIGH

Safer than 77% of all cruises

7.7/10 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.

REFRESHED MONTHLY

// PORT-BY-PORT BREAKDOWN03 PORTS

01

New York 🇺🇸

New York · United StatesMODERATE

Travelers should stay vigilant in crowded areas and follow standard precautions to enhance safety while enjoying the city's attractions.

0.0/10

SAFETY SCORE

02

Southampton (London) 🌍

England · England, United KingdomSAFE

Southampton is a safe port city for cruise travelers, but vigilance against pickpocketing is advised in busier areas.

0.0/10

SAFETY SCORE

03

Hamburg 🇩🇪

Germany · GermanySAFE

Hamburg is generally safe for cruise travelers, but visitors should remain vigilant against petty theft in crowded areas.

0.0/10

SAFETY SCORE

// 08 · CRUISE SHIP

Queen Mary 2 Ship Overview

Specs & DetailsCUNARD

CUNARD · GRILL AND BRITANNIA

CHRISTENED

2003

STATEROOMS

TONNAGE

149,215GT

35.6% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 110,055 GT

YEAR BUILT

2003

4 YEARS OLDER· vs avg 2007

LENGTH

1,132ft

10.9% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 1,020 ft

PASSENGER COUNT

2,691cruisers

17.8% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 2,284 cruisers

// ABOUT THE SHIP

The Queen Mary 2 has a construction date of 2003 and a total size of 149,215 gross tons. The ship measures 1,132 feet in length. Queen Mary 2 is included in Cunard's Grill and Britannia class. At full capacity, the Queen Mary 2 holds 2,691 passengers. That includes 1,399 cruise vacationers and 1,292 staff members. The Queen Mary 2 total number of staterooms is 0.

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// 09 · FAQ

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