Cunard · Queen Elizabeth · Voyage reference

Queen Elizabeth: Southampton to Melbourne

January 3, 2026 – February 10, 2026

Explore this Queen Elizabeth route from Southampton, United Kingdom to Melbourne, Australia. Compare its port calls with your preferred pace of travel, then ask Deluxe Cruises about current Cunard sailings and suitable cabin or suite choices.

The journey

Ports, sea days and time ashore

The reference route includes Vigo, Spain; Madeira, Portugal; Walvis Bay, Namibia; Cape Town, South Africa; Port Elizabeth, South Africa; Reunion, Reunion; Port Louis, Mauritius; Fremantle, Australia. Read the daily itinerary for the order of calls and time at sea; overnight descriptions and port timings need confirmation for your chosen departure.

Southampton is a useful starting point for planning a journey through southern England. Allow time to reach the terminal and confirm the embarkation instructions for your selected sailing.

Australia and New Zealand itineraries reward careful planning of flights and time ashore. Check entry requirements for each country and allow recovery time after a long flight.

A considered choice

Planning a luxury Cunard voyage

For a longer journey or a segment of a luxury world cruise, consider how many days you want at sea and which destinations matter most. Compare the full travel plan, including flights, transfers and hotel nights, as well as the cruise itself.

Ask us to compare Britannia accommodation with Princess Grill or Queens Grill options for your selected sailing. Confirm the cabin layout, dining arrangements and current inclusions before deciding; reference photographs may show an earlier configuration.

Queen Elizabeth itinerary reference

Southampton, United Kingdom to Melbourne, AustraliaJanuary 3 February 10 2026 - 38 Days - World Cruise Q902C

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Cunard QE - Months Cunard QE - City Cunard QE - Embark
January 2026
03 January 2026 Southampton, United Kingdom Embark
04 January 2026 At Sea
05 January 2026 Vigo, Spain In Port
06 January 2026 At Sea
07 January 2026 Madeira, Portugal In Port
08 January 2026 At Sea
09 January 2026 At Sea
10 January 2026 At Sea
11 January 2026 At Sea
12 January 2026 At Sea
13 January 2026 At Sea
14 January 2026 At Sea
15 January 2026 At Sea
16 January 2026 Walvis Bay, Namibia In Port
17 January 2026 At Sea
18 January 2026 Cape Town, South Africa In Port
19 January 2026 Cape Town, South Africa In Port
20 January 2026 At Sea
21 January 2026 Port Elizabeth, South Africa In Port
22 January 2026 At Sea
23 January 2026 At Sea
24 January 2026 At Sea
25 January 2026 At Sea
26 January 2026 Reunion, Reunion In Port
27 January 2026 Port Louis, Mauritius In Port
28 January 2026 At Sea
29 January 2026 At Sea
30 January 2026 At Sea
31 January 2026 At Sea
February 2026
01 February 2026 At Sea
02 February 2026 At Sea
03 February 2026 At Sea
04 February 2026 Fremantle, Australia In Port
05 February 2026 Busselton, Australia In Port
06 February 2026 At Sea
07 February 2026 At Sea
08 February 2026 Adelaide, Australia In Port
09 February 2026 At Sea
10 February 2026 Melbourne, Australia Disembark

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How do I check dates and current prices?

Email info@deluxecruises.com with your preferred ship, travel dates, guest count and cabin or suite preference. Mention Southampton, United Kingdom to Melbourne, Australia. We can help you compare current options and request our best available offer.

What should I confirm before arranging travel?

Confirm the departure and return dates, terminal, port schedule, entry requirements and cancellation terms for the actual sailing. Book flights and hotels only after checking the itinerary and the time needed for transfers.

Can this route help me plan a world cruise?

This reference can help you compare ports and the balance of sea days. Ask which current voyages or world cruise segments match the destinations you want to visit; an archive listing does not establish future availability.