Greece

7 nights sailing from Istanbul on cruise ship Queen Victoria

Itinerary: Sailing from Istanbul, visiting Dardanelles (cruising), Athens (Piraeus), Santorini, Katakolon (Greece), ending in Civitavecchia (Rome).
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Cruise Greece

7 nights sailing from Istanbul on cruise ship Queen Victoria

from £1,369 Price per person

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Cruise Itinerary

Full Itinerary
Day 1 Istanbul
Day 2 Dardanelles (cruising)
Day 3 Athens (Piraeus)
Day 4 Santorini
Day 5 Katakolon (Greece)
Messina Strait (Cruise by) Onboard Experience
Day 7 at sea
Day 8 Civitavecchia (Rome)
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Greece

7 nights Cruise on Queen Victoria . Sailing from Istanbul, visiting Dardanelles (cruising), Athens (Piraeus), Santorini, Katakolon (Greece), ending in Civitavecchia (Rome).

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Greece Cruise itinerary  - Cunard

Istanbul

Istanbul is Turkey's most populous city, and its cultural and financial center. It is also one of the largest cities in Europe and the world. Located on both sides of the Bosphorus, the narrow strait between the Black Sea and the Marmara Sea, Istanbul bridges Asia and Europe both physically and culturally. Istanbul attracts visitors not only for its history and its monuments, but also for their way of life and its lovely people. It is the city of churches, synagogues and thousands of mosques Istanbul is the city of the Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque and Suleymaniye, Grand Bazaar and Topkapi and Dolmabahce palaces.

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Dardanelles (cruising)

Dardanelles is a straight that separates Europe and Asia. It joins the Aegean Sea with the interior of the Marmara Sea and it's archipelago. The main city that limits with the straight is the Canakkle where we can visit the archaeological site of Troy.

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Athens (Piraeus)

Athens, the capital city of Greece is an active cosmopolitan mix of different cultures and people, passionate about their art and history. The climate is one of the best in Europe, with mild winters and very hot summers, ideal for tourism. It is located just a few miles from the port of Piraeus, the central commercial port of the capital, and the shores of southern Attica. The main attractions of Athens are The Ancient Agora, Anafiotika, The Acropolis, Mount Lycabettus, Thiseion Cinema, Gazi, Monastiraki Flea Market, Pireaus seaside, Pireaus open air market, Kastella Hill, Veakio open air theatre and Piraeus Archaeological.

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Santorini

Santorini is an island in the southern Aegean Sea, about 200 km (120 mi) southeast from Greece´s mainland The island remains the home of a small, but flourishing, wine industry, based on the indigenous grape variety, Assyrtiko, with auxiliary cultivations of two other Aegean varietals, Athiri and Aidani. Wine Industry The vines are extremely old and resistant to phylloxera (attributed by local winemakers to the well-drained volcanic soil and its chemistry), so the vines needed no replacement during the great phylloxera epidemic of the late 19th century. In their adaptation to their habitat, such vines are planted far apart, as their principal source of moisture is dew, and they often are trained in the shape of low-spiralling baskets, with the grapes hanging inside to protect them from the winds. Architecture The traditional architecture of Santorini is similar to that of the other Cyclades, with low-lying cubical houses, made of local stone and whitewashed or limewashed with various volcanic ashes used as colours. The unique characteristic is the common utilisation of the hypóskapha: extensions of houses dug sideways or downwards into the surrounding pumice

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Katakolon (Greece)

Katakolon is a beautiful seaside town and it is situated in the municipality of Pyrgos in western Elis, Greece. The port of Katakolo is popular destination for cruises. It offers great opportunity to the passengers to visit the site of Ancient Olympia. Port of Katakolon where Greek mythology started .Greece is where the first Olympics was ever held and where you can find a historical landmark anywhere. Places of interest: Museum of Ancient Greek Technology, Stadium of Olympia, Greece and the remains of the medieval Pontikokastro/Beauvoir castle still stand on a hilltop northeast of the modern port.

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Onboard Experience

Messina Strait (Cruise by)

Messina Strait is the narrow passage that connects the Tyrrhenian Sea to the north with the Ionian Sea to the south and is located between Sicily and Calabria (in the south of Italy)

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Civitavecchia (Rome)

 Civitavecchia is the city of Rome´s port on the Tyrrhenian Sea. The harbour is formed by two piers and a breakwater, on which is a lighthouse. The name Civitavecchia means Ancient Town. There, the Eternal City lies before us in large format architectural and artistic sculptures such as the Colosseum, the most important monument of ancient Rome and used for public entertainment. Do not miss the Trevi Fountain and make a wish while you throw a coin over your shoulder and then continue to the Pantheon, one of the best-preserved monuments of antiquity, Piazza Navona, and the Vatican City. Take a walk through the Plaza of Spain and rest on the steps of Trinita dei Monti before heading to Via Condotti, a wide avenue lined with shops. Civitavecchia is always popular with cruise passengers because, as noted earlier, it is the gateway to Rome. All cruise lines tend to offer shore excursions here to the Eternal City and we highly recommend that you book one. 

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The ship: Queen Victoria

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Since her launch in late 2007, up to 2,000 guests at a time have stepped into the fabulous three-tiered entrance hall, heading to beautiful destinations, from the sunny Mediterranean to Transatlantic voyages.

Queen Victoria is exactly what a Cunard ships should be. Sleek and contemporary, her red and black exterior adds a classic touch. Inside is all about warmth and luxury. Marbles and woods create elegance, plush carpets and fabrics ensure premium comfort. Privacy and intimacy live side by side with the sense of occasion you might expect of a Cunard voyage.Real quality food to savour, from breakfast time snack at Café Carinthia to a classic pub lunch at the Golden Lion, or traditional afternoon tea at the Queens Room. Delight yourself with highlights including nightly themed menus at the Lido Restaurant and the splendid cuisine of renowned American chef Todd English. Grill customers are free to enjoy their meal in the exclusive areas. Whatever accommodation you choose you will enjoy restful and luxurious good nights sleep. The Queens and Princess Grill Suites offer spacious living areas and for Queen Grill customers, a personal butler. Inside Staterooms are anything but basic, offering a five star levels of comfort. Spend your days enjoying the delightful variety of entertainment. The Royal Spa offers a unique experience. Join in the on deck board games, view the collection of maritime memorabilia in the Cunardia exhibition, or try your luck in the Empire Casino. In the evenings, treat yourself to a private box in the Royal Court Theatre and enjoy the shows. Sit and relax with a superb cup of tea or coffee at Café Carinthia. For something stronger, Churchill’s offers a large selection of fine whiskies, ports and rums, and quality cigars. Try Veuve Clicqout Champagne Bar for something sparkling or the Golden Lion pub for a good old pint of beer or cider.

Inaugurated 2007
Beam 33 m.
Length 295 m.
Tonnage 90000 tn.
Occupancy 1980
Crew 900
Ratio passenger / crew Premium 2:1
Ratio tonnage/passengers Excellent 45:1
Number of decks 12
Number of staterooms 1007
Number of interior staterooms 143
Number of staterooms with balcony 718
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What's included onboard?

Port and handling fees and UK/US taxes

Accommodation, on board meals and entertainment (please note exceptions: charges are payable in the Todd English Restaurant on Queen Mary 2 and The Verandah Restaurant on Queen Elizabeth and Queen Victoria and in the speciality dining options offered in Kings Court on Queen Mary 2 and the Lido Restaurants on Queen Elizabeth and Queen Victoria)

International fligths where indicated

Drinks: tea, coffee, water and fruit juice are available 24 hours a day in the self service restaurants (the Lido on Queen Elizabeth and Queen Victoria and Kings Court on Queen Mary 2).

Group transfers between airport and the ship at the international port of embarkation or disembarkation when your international flights is purchased through Cunard (excluding Transatlantic Crossings to or from New York. However, if passengers arrive into or depart New York by flight from or to the UK on the day of embarkation or disembarkation, transfers will be available)

What's not included?

Should you wish to consume your own alcohol on board a corkage fee will apply ($25 per bottle, subject to change)

Travel insurance

A 15% service charge is automatically added to your on board account for each beverage purchase made in our bars or restaurants and Spa and salon charges; This is then shared among all those who work in the beverage team; 

Speciality teas and coffee at all bars

Hotel and dining charges will be charged to y our on board account (except Full World Cruise passengers sailing for 112 nights on Queen Elizabeth, 103 nights Queen Victoria and 113 nights on Queen Mary 2 or any of the Two Shnips, One World Cruise options)

Incidental expenses (including but not limited to: laundry charges, bar expenses, spa and salon treatments, shore excursions and add-on hotel programmes)

Day and evening entertainment in the casino

The service charge for Queens and Princess Grill Suites will be US$18 per person per day, and Britannia Staterooms will be US$16 per person per day.

Your benefits & more

  • 5% OFF Family Cabins!
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    5% Discount on all cabins occupied by 3, 4, or more passengers (children or adults) on cruises sailing any date now! Discount will be applied to the final price of your selected Cruise. Save a quote to view your exclusive discount. Some special reduced prices are excluded from this offer or have a discount on only the Cruise Fare only. The discount will be indicated on your booking. Call +44 (0) 20 3636 9656 or Book Online. The offer ends 24th of November 2024.

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  • Free Credit with Cunard Fares!

    Onboard Spending money if included will be indicated with the final Cruise price, on your quote or booking. Does not apply to Saver or Early Saver fares. To receive on board spending money benefit guests must book Cunard Fare and select on board spending money as the benefit at the time of booking

    Book an applicable Cunard Fare holiday and receive on-board spending money to spend during your cruise holiday in the on-board shops, bars, photo gallery, and on restaurants, spa and shore excursions booked on board. Applicable to Cunard fares and cruises. Offer is not applicable to Early Saver or other promotional prices and cannot be exchanged for a cash alternative.

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