Queen Victoria itinerary map for December 17, 2028 (12 nights)

Queen Victoria — December 17, 202812-Night Canary Islands Celebration on Cunard

This 12-night cruise aboard the Queen Victoria departs from Southampton (London), England on Sunday, December 17, 2028 and returns on Friday, Dec 29th. December weather across this route averages 67°/46°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.9 out of 10, averaged across 6 ports.

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Southampton

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Cruise Itinerary Map - Canary Islands Celebration

Queen Victoria · December 17, 2028

The Queen Victoria sails on December 17, 2028 for a Canary Islands Celebration. The ship will depart the port of Southampton (London), England at N/A and will return to the port of Southampton (London), England on Dec 29th at N/A. During the 13-day journey, the Queen Victoria will visit 5 additional ports and will spend 6 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

Canary Islands Celebration

DEC17
Southampton (London), England
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DEC18
At Sea
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DEC19
At Sea
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DEC20
At Sea
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DEC17
Funchal, Madeira
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DEC17
Santa Cruz De La Palma, Canary Islands
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DEC17
Santa Cruz De Tenerife, Canary Islands
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DEC17
Fuerteventura, Canary Islands
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DEC25
At Sea
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DEC17
Lisbon, Portugal
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DEC27
At Sea
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DEC28
At Sea
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DEC17
Southampton (London), England
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Cruise Ports

December 17, 2028 · Canary Islands Celebration

Day 1•Sunday, Dec 17

Southampton (London), England

Arrival: —•Departure: —

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•Monday, Dec 18

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

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

Day 3•Tuesday, Dec 19

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

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

Day 4•Wednesday, Dec 20

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

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

Day 5•Sunday, Dec 17

Funchal, Madeira

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Funchal, Madeira, Portugal, offers docking at Funchal Port. Travelers explore Monte Palace Gardens and Funchal Cathedral. Excursions include levada walks. Local markets sell bolo de mel. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures lush gardens and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes espada com banana, a Madeiran favorite. Souvenirs, like embroidery crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Madeiran history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance levada hikes. Funchal’s scenic charm offers a vibrant Portuguese stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of botanical beauty and scenic coasts, making Funchal an engaging destination.

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Day 6•Sunday, Dec 17

Santa Cruz De La Palma, Canary Islands

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Santa Cruz de La Palma, Canary Islands, offers docking at La Palma Port. Travelers explore old town’s colonial streets and Caldera de Taburiente. Excursions visit Los Tilos’ laurel forests. Local markets sell mojo sauce. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for island tours. Photography captures colorful facades and volcanic vistas. Dining onboard includes papas arrugadas, a Canarian favorite. Souvenirs, like cigar crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover La Palma history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance hikes. Santa Cruz’s island allure offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of colonial heritage and natural beauty, making La Palma an engaging destination.

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Day 7•Sunday, Dec 17

Santa Cruz De Tenerife, Canary Islands

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Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Canary Islands, offers docking at Santa Cruz Port. Travelers explore Auditorio de Tenerife and Anaga Mountains. Excursions visit Teide National Park. Local markets sell mojo potatoes. The peak season, November to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures volcanic landscapes and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes ropa vieja, a Canarian favorite. Souvenirs, like lava crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Guanche history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance mountain hikes. Santa Cruz’s coastal charm offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of modern landmarks and scenic volcanoes, making Santa Cruz an engaging destination.

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Day 8•Sunday, Dec 17

Fuerteventura, Canary Islands

Arrival: —•Departure: —

Fuerteventura, Canary Islands, offers docking at Puerto del Rosario. Travelers explore Corralejo’s white-sand dunes and beaches. Excursions visit Betancuria’s historic village. Local markets sell aloe vera products. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather. Photography captures volcanic landscapes and Atlantic waves. Dining onboard includes papas arrugadas, a Canarian dish. Souvenirs, like lava jewelry, are available in ship shops. Briefings cover island geology. Light clothing and sun protection suit the warm climate. Sturdy shoes enhance dune walks. Fuerteventura’s stunning beaches and volcanic scenery provide a tranquil Canary Islands stop, blending natural beauty with cultural charm for a relaxing Spanish experience.

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Day 9•Monday, Dec 25

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

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

Day 10•Sunday, Dec 17

Lisbon, Portugal

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Lisbon, Portugal, offers docking at Lisbon Port. Travelers explore Belém Tower and Jerónimos Monastery. Excursions visit Sintra’s Pena Palace. Local markets sell pastéis de nata. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Manueline architecture and Tagus River vistas. Dining onboard includes bacalhau, a Portuguese favorite. Souvenirs, like azulejo crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Age of Exploration history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Lisbon’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Portuguese stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic rivers, making Lisbon an engaging destination.

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Day 11•Wednesday, Dec 27

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

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

Day 12•Thursday, Dec 28

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

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

Day 13•Sunday, Dec 17

Southampton (London), England

Arrival: —•Departure: —

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

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Weather Forecast

Queen Victoria - December 17, 2028 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Southampton (London), England

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December

Typical Weather

57°F

Average High

23°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.11in

Daily average

3.3 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

79 / 100

safer than 79% of all cruises

/ 10

Southampton

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

/ 10

Funchal

Funchal is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates, though travelers should remain vigilant against occasional pickpocketing.

/ 10

Santa Cruz

Santa Cruz de La Palma is generally safe for travelers, but vigilance is advised in crowded areas to avoid pickpocketing.

/ 10

Santa Cruz

Santa Cruz de Tenerife is generally safe for cruise travelers, though visitors should remain vigilant against occasional petty crime in crowded areas.

/ 10

Fuerteventura

Fuerteventura is generally safe for travelers, but vigilance against petty theft in crowded areas is advised.

/ 10

Lisbon

Travelers in Lisbon should stay vigilant in crowded areas and on public transport to avoid petty theft and keep belongings secure.

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 December 17, 2028 route?▾

Across the ports visited on this 12-night route, December averages 67°F highs and 46°F lows. See the per-port weather forecast section above for daily detail.

How safe is the December 17, 2028 Queen Victoria itinerary?▾

This itinerary scores 7.9 out of 10 on the Gangwaze Itinerary Safety Score, averaged across 6 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 Sunday, December 17, 2028 and returns on Friday, Dec 29th, 2028. Total duration: 12 nights.

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Last Updated: May 19, 2026