Best things to see and do on Cunard’s Queen Victoria cruise ship

Cunard’s famed for its luxurious cruise holidays, thanks to its beautiful ships with their elegant cabins, opulent venues and brilliant guest perks. 

Its Queen Victoria ship is no exception, offering  West End-style shows in its opulent Royal Court theatre, gourmet dining, white-gloved service and some swanky cabins. 

You can check it all out for yourself thanks to Imagine Cruising’s glamorous Cunard Mediterranean Voyage in 2022 which includes a six-night sailing on Queen Victoria.

So, what exactly is on offer for passengers? We take a look at some of the best activities and highlights onboard…

Dazzling evening entertainment: Think West End style musicals, comedians, illusionists and even aerial performers. 

The cabins: The beautiful staterooms and suites come with perks such as king-sized beds, nightly turndown service, pillow menus, and all the amenities you could want for a home away from home feeling.

Glitzy gala balls: Cunard’s gala balls are the stuff of legends where passengers can wear their glitziest outfits and can dance to live music in the luxurious ballroom, not to mention there are plenty of fun themes on offer too

Gourmet dining: Queen Victoria is said to have some of the very best dining at sea, with a wide array of cuisines on offer to suit even the fussiest of eaters. Think classics such as Cunard’s Britannia Restaurant, or alternative options including the Asian cuisine-inspired Lotus, or Smokehouse where you can tuck into heaps of American-influenced dishes.

Activities: Table tennis, paddle tennis, golf putting, poolside relaxation, fitness classes and aerobics are just some of the activities on offer. Meanwhile, the bars and lounges often host fun events such as quizzes or live sports. 

Afternoon tea: Served by white-gloved waiters every day, you’ll get to tuck into indulgent finger sandwiches, scones and pastries, as well as an impressive range of mouthwatering teas. Oh, and there will even be a live orchestra on hand to provide a melodic backdrop.

The itinerary: Queen Victoria has some dreamy itineraries for guests. Next year, she’ll be sailing on a six-night cruise from Italy to sun-soaked destinations such as Cartagena and Gibraltar.

In fact, Imagine Cruising is offering a 12-night Cunard Mediterranean Voyage, Italian Lakes Retreat & Exclusive Gala Evening which includes the cruise, as well as two-night stays at Lake Maggiore and Lake Como, followed by an overnight stay in Florence.

There are heaps of perks too including an exclusive gala evening at Lake Maggiore and a guided walking tour of Florence.

Prices start from £2,499pp for the 12-night Cunard Mediterranean Voyage, Italian Lakes Retreat & Exclusive Gala Evening. Based on a June 7, 2022 departure. Find out more and book at imaginecruising.co.uk.