Queen Victoria itinerary map for September 15, 2028 (19 nights)

Queen Victoria — September 15, 202819-Night Central Mediterranean on Cunard

This 19-night cruise aboard the Queen Victoria departs from Southampton (London), England on Friday, September 15, 2028 and returns on Wednesday, Oct 4th. September weather across this route averages 91°/53°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.6 out of 10, averaged across 9 ports.

Cruise Length

Night Cruise

Departure Port

Southampton

England

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Cruise Itinerary Map - Central Mediterranean

Queen Victoria · September 15, 2028

The Queen Victoria sails on September 15, 2028 for a Central Mediterranean. 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 Oct 4th at 7:00 AM. During the 20-day journey, the Queen Victoria will visit 8 additional ports and will spend 10 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

Central Mediterranean

SEP15
Southampton (London), England
A: — - D: 5:00 PM
SEP16
At Sea
A: — - D: —
SEP17
At Sea
A: — - D: —
SEP18
At Sea
A: — - D: —
SEP19
Cartagena, Spain
A: 7:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
SEP20
At Sea
A: — - D: —
SEP21
At Sea
A: — - D: —
SEP22
Sarande, Albania
A: 7:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
SEP23
Dubrovnik, Croatia
A: 7:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
SEP24
Korcula
A: 7:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
SEP25
Corfu, Greece
A: 7:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
SEP26
Taranto
A: 7:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
SEP27
At Sea
A: — - D: —
SEP28
Valletta, Malta
A: 7:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
SEP29
At Sea
A: — - D: —
SEP30
At Sea
A: — - D: —
OCT01
Cadiz (Spain)
A: 7:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
OCT02
At Sea
A: — - D: —
OCT03
At Sea
A: — - D: —
OCT04
Southampton (London), England
A: 7:00 AM - D: —

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Cruise Ports

September 15, 2028 · Central Mediterranean

Day 1•Friday, Sep 15

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, Sep 16

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 12:00 AM

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

Day 3•Sunday, Sep 17

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 12:00 AM

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

Day 4•Monday, Sep 18

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 12:00 AM

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

Day 5•Tuesday, Sep 19

Cartagena, Spain

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

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.

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Day 6•Wednesday, Sep 20

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 12:00 AM

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

Day 7•Thursday, Sep 21

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 12:00 AM

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

Day 8•Friday, Sep 22

Sarande, Albania

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Sarande, Albania, offers docking at Sarande Port. Travelers explore Butrint’s UNESCO ruins and Blue Eye Spring. Excursions visit Gjirokaster’s old town. Local markets sell byrek. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures ancient theaters and Ionian vistas. Dining onboard includes tave kosi, an Albanian favorite. Souvenirs, like filigree crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Illyrian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance ruin walks. Sarande’s historic charm offers a vibrant Albanian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of archaeological sites and coastal beauty, making Sarande an engaging destination for exploration.

Port Info Link Port Excursions Link

Day 9•Saturday, Sep 23

Dubrovnik, Croatia

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Dubrovnik, Croatia, offers docking at Gruž Port. Travelers explore Old Town walls and Lokrum Island. Excursions include kayaking along Adriatic shores. Local markets sell travarica. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures medieval ramparts and Adriatic vistas. Dining onboard includes pašticada, a Croatian favorite. Souvenirs, like lace crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Dalmatian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while sturdy shoes enhance wall walks. Dubrovnik’s historic charm offers a vibrant Croatian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of UNESCO landmarks and scenic coasts, making Dubrovnik an engaging destination for exploration.

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Day 10•Sunday, Sep 24

Korcula

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Korcula Island, Croatia, has docking at Korcula Port. Travelers explore Marco Polo’s alleged birthplace and St. Mark’s Cathedral. Excursions visit Vela Luka’s olive groves. Local markets sell grk wine. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather. Photography captures medieval walls and Adriatic seas. Dining onboard includes pasticada, a Dalmatian dish. Souvenirs, like lavender sachets, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Dalmatian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate. Comfortable shoes enhance old town walks. Korcula’s historic allure offers a vibrant Croatian stop, blending heritage with island beauty.

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Day 11•Monday, Sep 25

Corfu, Greece

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Corfu, Greece, offers docking at Corfu Port. Travelers explore Old Fortress and Achilleion Palace. Excursions include Paleokastritsa’s beaches. Local markets sell kumquat liqueur. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Venetian architecture and Ionian vistas. Dining onboard includes pastitsada, a Corfiot favorite. Souvenirs, like olive oil, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Ionian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while water shoes enhance beach exploration. Corfu’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Greek stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic fortresses and scenic beaches, making Corfu an engaging destination for exploring Greece’s Ionian Islands.

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Day 12•Tuesday, Sep 26

Taranto

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Taranto, Italy, offers docking at Taranto Port. Travelers explore Aragonese Castle and MarTa Museum’s artifacts. Excursions visit Alberobello’s trulli houses. Local markets sell orecchiette. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures ancient ruins and Ionian vistas. Dining onboard includes tiella, an Apulian favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Magna Graecia history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Taranto’s ancient charm offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of archaeological treasures and scenic coasts, making Taranto an engaging destination for exploring Italy’s Puglia region.

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Day 13•Wednesday, Sep 27

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 12:00 AM

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

Day 14•Thursday, Sep 28

Valletta, Malta

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Valletta, Malta, offers docking at Valletta Port. Travelers explore St. John’s Co-Cathedral and Upper Barrakka Gardens. Excursions visit Mdina’s medieval walls. Local markets sell pastizzi. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Baroque architecture and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes rabbit stew, a Maltese favorite. Souvenirs, like lace crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Knights of Malta history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Valletta’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Maltese stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of UNESCO landmarks and scenic harbors, making Valletta an engaging destination.

Port Info Link Port Excursions Link

Day 15•Friday, Sep 29

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 12:00 AM

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

Day 16•Saturday, Sep 30

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 12:00 AM

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

Day 17•Sunday, Oct 1

Cadiz (Spain)

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Cadiz, Spain, in Andalusia, is on the Atlantic coast, near the Strait of Gibraltar. One of Europe’s oldest cities, its port leads to a historic center with narrow streets and the 18th-century Cadiz Cathedral. The Roman Theatre and city walls show its ancient roots. Nearby beaches like La Caleta are popular, and Jerez, 35 km away, offers sherry tastings. The surrounding Costa de la Luz has sandy shores and coastal villages, ideal for day trips. Local markets sell fresh seafood, reflecting Cadiz’s maritime culture.

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Day 18•Monday, Oct 2

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 12:00 AM

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

Day 19•Tuesday, Oct 3

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 12:00 AM

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

Day 20•Wednesday, Oct 4

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 Victoria - September 15, 2028 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Southampton (London), England

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September

Typical Weather

82°F

Average High

40°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.06in

Daily average

1.8 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

76 / 100

safer than 76% of all cruises

/ 10

Southampton

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

/ 10

Cartagena

Travelers should remain vigilant and secure their belongings in popular areas to enjoy Cartagena safely, as pickpockets may be present.

/ 10

Sarande

While generally safe, travelers in Sarande should remain vigilant against petty theft and scams, especially in crowded areas.

/ 10

Dubrovnik

Dubrovnik has a low crime rate and visible police presence, but travelers should stay vigilant against pickpocketing in crowded areas.

/ 10

Korcula

Korčula is a safe destination with a low crime rate, but travelers should stay vigilant against pickpocketing during busy seasons.

/ 10

Corfu

Travelers to Corfu should remain vigilant in crowded areas to prevent pickpocketing and scams while enjoying the island's attractions.

/ 10

Taranto

Taranto is generally safe for cruise travelers, but caution is advised in less populated areas due to moderate petty crime risk.

/ 10

Valletta

Valletta is a safe cruise destination, but travelers should stay vigilant against petty theft in crowded areas while enjoying the sights.

/ 10

Cadiz

Cadiz is a safe destination for cruise travelers, though vigilance is advised in crowded areas to avoid pickpocketing.

Cruise Ship

⚓ 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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What's the weather like on the Queen Victoria September 15, 2028 route?▾

Across the ports visited on this 19-night route, September averages 91°F highs and 53°F lows. See the per-port weather forecast section above for daily detail.

How safe is the September 15, 2028 Queen Victoria itinerary?▾

This itinerary scores 7.6 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.

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

The Queen Victoria departs Southampton (London), England on Friday, September 15, 2028 at 5:00 PM and returns on Wednesday, Oct 4th, 2028 at 7:00 AM. Total duration: 19 nights.

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