Queen Victoria itinerary map for May 11, 2026
Queen Victoria

14 Night Istanbul to Barcelona on Cunard Queen Victoria

May 11, 2026

Queen Victoria May 11, 2026

The Queen Victoria May 11, 2026 cruise departs from Istanbul, Turkey. On this Istanbul to Barcelona sailing, the Queen Victoria will visit a total of 10 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The ship sets sail on Monday, May 11th and returns on Monday, May 25th, 2026.

Cruise Length
14
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Istanbul
Turkey
Port Stops
10
Sea Days
4
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Queen Victoria · May 11, 2026

The graph below tracks historic price of the Queen Victoria cruise ship departing May 11, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,749 ($125 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $2,236 ($160 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 22%.

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Cruise Itinerary Map

Queen Victoria · May 11, 2026

The Queen Victoria sails on May 11, 2026 for a Istanbul to Barcelona. The ship will depart the port of Istanbul, Turkey at N/A and will return to the port of Barcelona, Spain on May 25th at N/A. During the 15-day journey, the Queen Victoria will visit 9 additional ports and will spend 4 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

Istanbul to Barcelona

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    Istanbul, Turkey
    Istanbul, Turkey
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    Cruise Dardanelles
    Cruise Dardanelles
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    Piraeus (Athens), Greece
    Piraeus (Athens), Greece
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    Mykonos, Greece
    Mykonos, Greece
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    Katakolon (Olympia), Greece
    Katakolon (Olympia), Greece
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    At Sea
    At Sea
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    At Sea
    At Sea
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    Barcelona, Spain
    Barcelona, Spain
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    At Sea
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    Toulon, France
    Toulon, France
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    Livorno, Florence, Italy
    Livorno, Florence, Italy
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    At Sea
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    Ibiza, Balearic Islands
    Ibiza, Balearic Islands
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    Valencia, Spain
    Valencia, Spain
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    Barcelona, Spain
    Barcelona, Spain
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Cruise Ports

May 11, 2026 · Istanbul to Barcelona

Istanbul, Turkey
Day 1•Monday, May 11

Istanbul, Turkey

Arrival: —•Departure: —

Istanbul, Turkey, offers docking at Istanbul Port. Travelers explore Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace. Excursions visit Blue Mosque. Local markets sell simit. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures Ottoman domes and Bosphorus vistas. Dining onboard includes döner kebab, a Turkish favorite. Souvenirs, like carpet crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Byzantine history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Istanbul’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Turkish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic waterways, making Istanbul an engaging destination for exploring Turkey’s cultural hub.

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Cruise Dardanelles
Day 2•Monday, May 11

Cruise Dardanelles

Arrival: —•Departure: —

Cruise Dardanelles, no docking; ships cruise Turkey's strait. Travelers spot dolphins. Lectures cover Trojan War. No facilities; provisions from ship. Peak season May to September; ferries 10-20 TRY. Photography captures Gallipoli shores. Dining limited to ship. Souvenirs include amphora replicas.

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Piraeus (Athens), Greece
Day 3•Monday, May 11

Piraeus (Athens), Greece

Arrival: —•Departure: —

Piraeus (Athens), Greece, offers docking at Piraeus Port with excursions to Athens. Travelers explore Acropolis and Parthenon. Excursions visit Cape Sounion. Local markets sell souvlaki. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for city tours. Photography captures ancient ruins and Aegean vistas. Dining onboard includes moussaka, a Greek favorite. Souvenirs, like olive oil, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Hellenic history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Piraeus’ cultural gateway offers a vibrant Greek stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of iconic landmarks and scenic coasts, making Piraeus an engaging destination for exploration.

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Mykonos, Greece
Day 4•Monday, May 11

Mykonos, Greece

Arrival: —•Departure: —

Mykonos, Greece, offers docking at Mykonos Port. Travelers explore Little Venice and Mykonos Windmills. Excursions include Delos Island ruins. Local markets sell loukoumades. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures whitewashed streets and Aegean vistas. Dining onboard includes souvlaki, a Greek favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Cycladic history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance island walks. Mykonos’ picturesque charm offers a vibrant Greek stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic ruins and scenic beaches, making Mykonos an engaging destination for exploring Greece’s Cyclades.

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Katakolon (Olympia), Greece
Day 5•Monday, May 11

Katakolon (Olympia), Greece

Arrival: —•Departure: —

Katakolon (Olympia), Greece, offers docking at Katakolon Port with excursions to Olympia. Travelers explore Ancient Olympia and Archaeological Museum. Excursions visit Kourouta Beach. Local markets sell loukoumades. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures ancient stadiums and Ionian vistas. Dining onboard includes moussaka, a Greek favorite. Souvenirs, like olive oil, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Peloponnesian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance ruin walks. Katakolon’s historic charm offers a vibrant Greek stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ancient landmarks and scenic beaches, making Katakolon an engaging destination.

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At Sea
Day 6•Saturday, May 16

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

At Sea
Day 7•Sunday, May 17

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Barcelona, Spain
Day 8•Monday, May 11

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.

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At Sea
Day 9•Tuesday, May 19

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Toulon, France
Day 10•Monday, May 11

Toulon, France

Arrival: —•Departure: —

Toulon, France, offers docking at Toulon Port. Travelers explore Mount Faron and Naval Museum. Excursions visit Hyères’ old town. Local markets sell tapenade. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures cable cars and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes bouillabaisse, a French favorite. Souvenirs, like lavender crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Provençal history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance hillside walks. Toulon’s coastal charm offers a vibrant French stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of maritime history and scenic harbors, making Toulon an engaging destination for exploring France’s Provence region.

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Livorno, Florence, Italy
Day 11•Monday, May 11

Livorno, Florence, Italy

Arrival: —•Departure: —

Livorno, Florence, Italy, offers docking at Livorno Port with excursions to Florence. Travelers explore Florence’s Duomo and Uffizi Gallery. Excursions visit Pisa’s Leaning Tower. Local markets sell ribollita. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for city tours. Photography captures Renaissance art and Tuscan vistas. Dining onboard includes bistecca alla fiorentina, an Italian favorite. Souvenirs, like leather crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Medici history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Livorno’s cultural gateway offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic art and scenic hills, making Livorno an engaging destination.

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At Sea
Day 12•Friday, May 22

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Ibiza, Balearic Islands
Day 13•Monday, May 11

Ibiza, Balearic Islands

Arrival: —•Departure: —

Ibiza, Balearic Islands, Spain, has docking at Ibiza Port. Travelers explore Dalt Vila’s UNESCO-listed old town. Excursions visit Es Vedrà’s mystical rock. Local markets sell hierbas liqueur. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather. Photography captures whitewashed streets and turquoise seas. Dining onboard includes paella, a Spanish favorite. Souvenirs, like espadrilles, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Balearic history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate. Comfortable shoes enhance old town walks. Ibiza’s vibrant culture offers a lively Spanish stop, blending history with island allure.

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Valencia, Spain
Day 14•Monday, May 11

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.

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Barcelona, Spain
Day 15•Monday, May 11

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.

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Weather Forecast

Queen Victoria - May 11, 2026 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Istanbul, Turkey

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May

Typical Weather

86°F

Average High

45°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.04in

Daily average

1.4 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
73 / 100
safer than 73% of all cruises
73
6
/ 10
Istanbul, Turkey
Istanbul
Travelers in Istanbul should stay vigilant against petty theft and scams, especially in crowded areas, and remain aware of their surroundings.
10
/ 10
Cruise Dardanelles
Dardanelles
Cruise Dardanelles offers a safe environment with low crime rates, allowing travelers to enjoy the scenery without safety concerns.
7
/ 10
Piraeus (Athens), Greece
Piraeus
Piraeus is generally safe for cruise travelers, but caution is advised at night and in crowded areas due to petty theft and potential disruptions.
8
/ 10
Mykonos, Greece
Mykonos
Travelers in Mykonos should remain vigilant against petty theft and scams, especially in crowded areas during peak season.
8
/ 10
Katakolon (Olympia), Greece
Katakolon
Katakolon is a safe cruise port with low crime and secure surroundings, allowing travelers to explore Olympia with minimal risk.
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.
8
/ 10
Toulon, France
Toulon
Toulon is generally safe for cruise travelers, but visitors should stay vigilant against pickpocketing in crowded areas.
7
/ 10
Livorno, Florence, Italy
Livorno
Travelers should remain vigilant against pickpocketing and bag snatching in crowded areas while enjoying the attractions in Livorno and Florence.
7
/ 10
Ibiza, Balearic Islands
Ibiza
Ibiza is generally safe for cruise travelers, but remain vigilant against petty crime in nightlife areas and crowded beaches.
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.

Cruise Ship

Queen Victoria

⚓ Tonnage

90,049

vs avg 110,055

🛠️ Year Built

2,007

vs avg 2,007

📏 Length (ft)

965

vs avg 1,020

👥 Passenger Count

2,081

vs avg 2,284

The Queen Victoria has a construction date of 2007 and a total size of 90,049 gross tons. The ship measures 965 feet in length. Queen Victoria is included in Cunard’s Vista class. At full capacity, the Queen Victoria holds 2,081 passengers. That includes 1,181 cruise vacationers and 900 staff members. The Queen Victoria total number of staterooms is 0.

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Itinerary FAQ

How many nights is the Queen Victoria sailing on May 11, 2026?

This is a 14-night cruise itinerary departing from Istanbul, Turkey.

What ports does the Queen Victoria visit on the May 11, 2026 cruise?

This route includes istanbul-turkey, cruise-dardanelles, athens-greece, mykonos-greece, olympia-greece, barcelona-spain, toulon-france, livorno-florence-italy, ibiza-balearic-islands, valencia-spain.

How many sea days are included on this Queen Victoria May 11, 2026 itinerary?

This itinerary includes 4 sea days.

Who is the cruise director for the Queen Victoria sailing on May 11, 2026?

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 Victoria itinerary?

Yes — use the price tracking opt-in on this page to get updates when cabin prices change for this sailing.

Last Updated: Apr 4, 2026