Queen Mary 2 itinerary map for August 18, 2028 (14 nights)

Queen Mary 2 — August 18, 202814-Night Norway and North Cape on Cunard

This 14-night cruise aboard the Queen Mary 2 departs from Southampton (London), England on Friday, August 18, 2028 and returns on Friday, Sep 1st. August weather across this route averages 80°/39°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 8.8 out of 10, averaged across 9 ports.

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Cruise Itinerary Map - Norway and North Cape

Queen Mary 2 · August 18, 2028

The Queen Mary 2 sails on August 18, 2028 for a Norway and North Cape. The ship will depart the port of Southampton (London), England at 5:00 PM and will return to the port of Southampton (London), England on Sep 1st at 7:00 AM. During the 17-day journey, the Queen Mary 2 will visit 8 additional ports and will spend 7 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

Norway and North Cape

AUG18
Southampton (London), England
A: — - D: 5:00 PM
AUG19
At Sea
A: — - D: —
AUG20
Bergen, Norway
A: 7:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
AUG21
Olden, Norway
A: 7:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
AUG21
At Sea
A: — - D: —
AUG22
At Sea
A: — - D: —
AUG23
Trondheim, Norway
A: 7:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
AUG24
At Sea
A: — - D: —
AUG25
Tromso, Norway
A: 7:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
AUG26
Honningsvag, Norway
A: 7:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
AUG26
North Cape
A: 7:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
AUG27
At Sea
A: — - D: —
AUG28
Andalsnes, Norway
A: 7:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
AUG29
At Sea
A: — - D: —
AUG30
Kristiansund, Norway
A: 7:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
AUG31
At Sea
A: — - D: —
SEP01
Southampton (London), England
A: 7:00 AM - D: —

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Cruise Ports

August 18, 2028 · Norway and North Cape

Day 1•Friday, Aug 18

Southampton (London), England

Arrival: —•Departure: 5:00 PM

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.

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Day 2•Saturday, Aug 19

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 12:00 AM

Day at sea aboard the Queen Mary 2 — explore the ship's signature dining, entertainment, and onboard activities.

Day 3•Sunday, Aug 20

Bergen, Norway

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Bergen, Norway, offers docking at Bergen Port. Travelers explore Bryggen Wharf and Mount Fløyen. Excursions visit Hardangerfjord. Local markets sell fiskesuppe. The peak season, June to August, brings milder weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Hanseatic buildings and fjord vistas. Dining onboard includes fårikål, a Norwegian favorite. Souvenirs, like troll crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Viking history. Light layers and waterproof boots suit the cool climate, while sturdy shoes enhance fjord hikes. Bergen’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Norwegian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of UNESCO landmarks and scenic fjords, making Bergen an engaging destination for exploring Norway’s west coast.

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Day 4•Monday, Aug 21

Olden, Norway

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Olden, Norway, offers docking at Olden Port. Travelers explore Briksdal Glacier and Loen Skylift’s panoramic views. Excursions kayak Nordfjord’s serene waters. Local markets sell svele pancakes. The peak season, June to August, brings mild weather for glacier tours. Photography captures icy landscapes and fjord vistas. Dining onboard includes rømmegrøt, a Norwegian porridge. Souvenirs, like wool sweaters, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover fjord history. Light layers and waterproof boots suit the cool climate, while sturdy shoes enhance glacier hikes. Olden’s stunning fjord beauty offers a vibrant Norwegian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of glacial landscapes, outdoor adventures, and scenic fjords, making Olden an engaging destination for exploring Norway’s natural splendor and serene wilderness.

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Day 4•Monday, Aug 21

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 12:00 AM

Day at sea aboard the Queen Mary 2 — explore the ship's signature dining, entertainment, and onboard activities.

Day 5•Tuesday, Aug 22

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 12:00 AM

Day at sea aboard the Queen Mary 2 — explore the ship's signature dining, entertainment, and onboard activities.

Day 6•Wednesday, Aug 23

Trondheim, Norway

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Trondheim, Norway, offers docking at Trondheim Port. Travelers explore Nidaros Cathedral and Old Town Bridge. Excursions visit Røros’ mining town. Local markets sell brunost. The peak season, June to August, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures Gothic spires and Nidelva River vistas. Dining onboard includes fårikål, a Norwegian favorite. Souvenirs, like Viking crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Norse history. Light layers and waterproof boots suit the cool climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Trondheim’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Norwegian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of medieval landmarks and scenic rivers, making Trondheim an engaging destination for exploring Norway’s central coast.

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Day 7•Thursday, Aug 24

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 12:00 AM

Day at sea aboard the Queen Mary 2 — explore the ship's signature dining, entertainment, and onboard activities.

Day 8•Friday, Aug 25

Tromso, Norway

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Tromsø, Norway, offers docking at Tromsø Port. Travelers explore Arctic Cathedral and Polar Museum. Excursions include Northern Lights viewing. Local markets sell cloudberries. The peak season, June to August, brings milder weather for Arctic tours. Photography captures fjord landscapes and Arctic vistas. Dining onboard includes reindeer stew, a Norwegian favorite. Souvenirs, like Sami crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Sámi history. Warm layers and waterproof boots suit the polar climate, while sturdy shoes enhance city walks. Tromsø’s Arctic charm offers a vibrant Norwegian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of cultural landmarks and natural phenomena, making Tromsø an engaging destination for exploring Norway’s northern coast.

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Day 9•Saturday, Aug 26

Honningsvag, Norway

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Honningsvag, Norway, has docking at Honningsvag Port. Travelers explore North Cape’s Arctic cliffs, the northernmost point of Europe. Excursions visit Sami villages. Local markets sell reindeer jerky. The peak season, June to August, brings midnight sun. Photography captures Arctic vistas and fjords. Dining onboard includes cod, a Norwegian staple. Souvenirs, like Sami crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Arctic culture. Warm layers and waterproof boots suit the cold climate. Binoculars enhance wildlife spotting. Honningsvag’s polar beauty offers a unique Norwegian stop, immersing travelers in its Arctic grandeur.

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Day 9•Saturday, Aug 26

North Cape

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

North Cape, Norway, offers docking at Honningsvåg Port with excursions to North Cape. Travelers explore the North Cape Plateau, Europe’s northernmost point. Excursions include king crab safaris. Local markets sell smoked salmon. The peak season, June to August, brings midnight sun for extended tours. Photography captures Arctic cliffs and ocean vistas. Dining onboard includes rakfisk, a Norwegian delicacy. Souvenirs, like Sami crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Arctic exploration history. Warm layers and waterproof boots suit the cold climate, while binoculars enhance wildlife spotting. North Cape’s dramatic Arctic scenery offers a unique Norwegian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of stunning landscapes and cultural heritage, making North Cape an engaging destination for exploring Norway’s northernmost frontier and Arctic beauty.

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Day 10•Sunday, Aug 27

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 12:00 AM

Day at sea aboard the Queen Mary 2 — explore the ship's signature dining, entertainment, and onboard activities.

Day 11•Monday, Aug 28

Andalsnes, Norway

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Andalsnes, Norway, docks at the central quay, a 5-minute walk to town on Romsdalfjord. The village, population 2,300, offers the Romsdalen Gondola for 700-meter ascents to Nesaksla Peak. Travelers hike the Trollstigen road, 20 minutes south, for switchback views. The Norwegian Mountaineering Centre displays climbing history. Excursions to Geirangerfjord, 90 minutes east, cruise past waterfalls. Peak season June to August; gondola tickets 400 NOK. Dining includes svele pancakes at cafes. Souvenirs feature wool mittens.

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Day 12•Tuesday, Aug 29

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 12:00 AM

Day at sea aboard the Queen Mary 2 — explore the ship's signature dining, entertainment, and onboard activities.

Day 13•Wednesday, Aug 30

Kristiansund, Norway

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Kristiansund, Norway, has docking at Kristiansund Port. Travelers explore Grip’s historic stave church. Excursions visit Atlantic Ocean Road’s scenic bridges. Local markets sell klippfisk. The peak season, June to August, brings mild weather. Photography captures fjord vistas and fishing harbors. Dining onboard includes bacalao, a Norwegian cod dish. Souvenirs, like wool sweaters, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover maritime history. Light layers and waterproof shoes suit the cool climate. Binoculars enhance coastal views. Kristiansund’s maritime allure offers a vibrant Norwegian stop, blending history with scenic beauty.

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Day 14•Thursday, Aug 31

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 12:00 AM

Day at sea aboard the Queen Mary 2 — explore the ship's signature dining, entertainment, and onboard activities.

Day 15•Friday, Sep 1

Southampton (London), England

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: —

Returning to Southampton (London), England — see Day 1 above for port info.

Port Info Link Port Excursions Link

Weather Forecast

Queen Mary 2 - August 18, 2028 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Southampton (London), England

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August

Typical Weather

93°F

Average High

44°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.08in

Daily average

2.5 in monthly total

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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

88 / 100

safer than 88% of all cruises

/ 10

Southampton

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

/ 10

Bergen

Bergen is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates, but travelers should stay vigilant for occasional pickpocketing in tourist areas.

/ 10

Olden

Olden, Norway, offers a safe travel environment with a low crime rate and strong community safety standards for visitors.

/ 10

Trondheim

Trondheim is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates, but travelers should stay vigilant in crowded areas for pickpocketing.

/ 10

Tromso

Tromsø offers a safe environment for cruise travelers, with low crime rates and reliable infrastructure for independent exploration.

/ 10

Honningsvag

Honningsvåg is a safe cruise port with low crime rates, excellent tourist infrastructure, and a welcoming community for travelers.

/ 10

North Cape

North Cape is a safe Arctic destination with minimal crime, well-managed tourist facilities, and environmental risks for travelers to consider.

/ 10

Andalsnes

Andalsnes, Norway, features low crime rates and strong public safety measures, providing a secure environment for travelers.

/ 10

Kristiansund

Kristiansund, Norway, offers a safe environment with low crime rates, allowing travelers to explore confidently and enjoy their visit.

Cruise Ship

⚓ Tonnage

149,215

vs avg 110,055

🛠️ Year Built

2,003

vs avg 2,007

📏 Length (ft)

1,132

vs avg 1,020

👥 Passenger Count

2,691

vs avg 2,284

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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Across the ports visited on this 14-night route, August averages 80°F highs and 39°F lows. See the per-port weather forecast section above for daily detail.

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This itinerary scores 8.8 out of 10 on the Gangwaze Itinerary Safety Score, averaged across 9 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.

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The Queen Mary 2 departs Southampton (London), England on Friday, August 18, 2028 at 5:00 PM and returns on Friday, Sep 1st, 2028 at 7:00 AM. Total duration: 14 nights.

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