Experience the awe-inspiring spectacle of a total solar eclipse while sailing through the heart of the Mediterranean on this exclusive 19-day tour offered by Cruise Offers Value Holidays. Departing on 7 August 2026, the journey is timed perfectly to witness the celestial event from the unique vantage point of the sea—an unforgettable highlight of the trip. The tour includes return flights from major Australian cities to Rome, a luxurious 14-night cruise aboard the Queen Victoria, and two nights in a centrally located four-star hotel in Rome. Along the way, guests will explore stunning destinations such as Barcelona, Ibiza, Mallorca, Marseille, and the Amalfi Coast. With optional excursions to Pompeii, Sorrento, and Sardinia, and the Queen Victoria’s world-class onboard amenities, this journey offers incredible value.
The Queen Victoria is sleek and contemporary with the most advanced technological features and luxurious appointments. The Queen Victoria continues the heritage of cruising of the 1930s and the great Queen Mary, Queen Elizabeth 2 and Queen Mary 2. The great traditions of fine service, food and entertainment continue better than ever. Enjoy the facilities of the gourmet restaurants, swimming pools, the casino, theatres, the cinema, computer and internet access, the Health and Spa Club, seven bars and much more. Take part in the multitude of daily activities that include numerous lectures on an array of topics, the regular musical performances, ship sports and much more. A voyage on Queen Victoria is an experience to be savoured and remembered!
| Standard | Early Booking Discount | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cabin / Description | Deck | Twin-share | Single Fare | Twin-share | Single Fare |
| Inside Bella | IM1 | $9,290 | $12,690 | $8,490 | $11,290 |
| Inside | ID | $9,390 | $12,790 | $8,590 | $11,390 |
| Ocean View | EC | $9,590 | $13,790 | $8,990 | $12,190 |
| Ocean View | EB | $9,690 | $13,990 | $9,090 | $12,390 |
| Balcony | BE | $9,890 | $14,490 | $9,690 | $13,390 |
| Balcony | BD | $10,990 | $15,590 | $9,890 | $13,690 |
| Balcony | BB | $11,490 | $16,290 | $10,290 | $14,390 |
| Princess Grill Suite | P1 | $16,990 | $28,590 | $14,690 | $24,190 |
| Queens Grill Suite | Q4 | $19,190 | $32,890 | $16,790 | $28,490 |
| Included port & handling charges | $490 | $490 | |||
| Included air taxes as at 1/6/25 | $290 | $290 | |||
DAY 1 Friday 7 August 2026 Departure
Today we board your flight to Rome, Italy.
DAY 2 Saturday 8 August 2026 Arrive Rome
This morning we arrive into the eternal city of Rome. After clearing customs, we will be met by our private coach and depart on a sightseeing tour. We will see the famous Colosseum, the Spanish steps, Piazza Navona, the Pantheon and more. We will also see the Trevi Fountain, where you can throw two coins over your shoulder into the fountain and wish to return to Rome.
DAY 3 Sunday 9 August 2026 Rome
A free day to explore Rome. You may wish to visit the Vatican Museum and the Sistine Chapel.
DAY 4 Monday 10 August 2026 Embarkation
We will have free time this morning for sightseeing and shopping. Early afternoon we transfer to the port to board Queen Victoria for our voyage to France, Spain & Italy. Be up on deck as the ship slips her moorings at 5:00pm for the start of our fabulous cruise.
DAY 5 Tuesday 11 August 2026 At sea
A day at sea exploring the ships fantastic facilities.
DAY 6 Wednesday 12 August 2026 Tarragona, Spain/Solar Eclipse
We arrive in Tarragona this morning. You have the opportunity to explore the city's Roman ruins and cathedral, visit the Priorat wine region or the beautiful beaches of the Costa Daurada. We head to sea in time to witness the spectacular Solar Eclipse off the coast of Spain.
DAY 7 Thursday 13 August 2026 Palma de Mallorca, Spain
Today we arrive in Palma de Mallorca, a former Moorish walled city and capital of the Spanish island of Mallorca. Palma's Old Town is an appealing maze of narrow streets that are a delight to explore on foot. Hop on the Soller Railway for a 17-mile scenic trip, visit 14th-century Bellver Castle and the museum of contemporary art.
DAY 8 Friday 14 August 2026 At sea
A day at sea exploring the ships fantastic facilities. Why not settle down and enjoy wonderful panoramic ocean views in the relaxing Commador's Club.
DAY 9 Saturday 15 August 2026 Villefranche, France
This morning, we arrive into the city of Villefranche, near Nice. Why not travel to the fairytale principality of Monaco and see the Grand Prix circuit, the cathedral where Princess Grace is buried and the Royal Palace.
DAY 10 Sunday 16 August 2026 Marseille, France
This morning we arrive in Marseille, France's oldest city, and one of its most dynamic, with a melting pot culture and vibrant arts scene. The soul of the city is its Vieux Port, the working waterfront. Marseille is also a gateway port to the scenic villages and coastal areas of Provence, such as Aix-en-Provence and Avignon.
DAY 11 Monday 17 August 2026 Barcelona, Spain
Today we arrive in Barcelona, capital of Catalonia and the second largest city in Spain. Barcelona is an enchanting seaside city with amazing culture, fabled architecture and a world-class food scene.
DAY 12 Tuesday 18 August 2026 Ibiza, Spain
We call into the island resort of Ibiza. This island has much more to offer than just beaches and a sizzling nightlife. Explore the island and its beaches or wander around in port and enjoy the local shopping.
DAY 13 Wednesday 19 August 2026 At Sea
A day at sea exploring the ships fantastic facilities.
DAY 14 Thursday 20 August 2026 Cagliari, Spain
Today we call in at Cagliari the capital of Sardinia. Why not enjoy a sightseeing tour of the town, where you will see the defences built by the Romans and a 2nd-century amphitheatre surviving from the Roman era.
DAY 15 Friday 21 August 2026 At sea
A day at sea exploring the ships fantastic facilities.
DAY 16 Saturday 22 August 2026 Messina
Today we visit Sicily, the large island near the 'toe' of the 'boot' of southern Italy. You have options to tour the historic port city of Messina or the beautiful town of Taormina, with its ancient Greek Theatre, and wonderful views of the sea and Mount Etna.
DAY 17 Sunday 23 August 2026 Salerno
Today we visit Salerno on the Amalfi Coast. Travel to the beautiful resort town of Sorrento with its spectacular views of the Bay of Naples and Mount Vesuvius. Or you may like to take a tour and visit the ancient, perfectly preserved ruins of Pompeii, a wealthy settlement of the Roman Empire, destroyed by the eruption of Vesuvius in 79AD.
DAY 18 Monday 24 August 2026 Disembarkation/Depart
This morning, we arrive back in Civitavecchia, and after disembarking the ship we will transfer to Rome Airport for flights home.
DAY 19 Tuesday 25 August 2026 Arrive Australia
We arrive in Australia, where your tour concludes.
Touring can involve a considerable amount of walking and stair climbing in the places visited and it is important that all tour participants have a level of physical fitness that allows them to take part in this activity without the need of assistance from others.
TOUR OPERATOR:
Cruise Offers (a division of Travelrite International Pty Ltd - ABN 64 005 817 078) is the tour organiser. Queen Victoria is operated by Cunard and the Queen Victoria fly/cruise arrangements are subject to the terms and conditions and general information detailed on the Cunard website. All passengers must complete an online cruise personaliser and sign a Cruise Offers booking form.
DEPOSIT AND PAYMENT:
All Cruise Offers Value Holidays are heavily discounted and available for a limited time only. For this reason, we require a non-refundable deposit of $1,500 per person at the time of booking. This payment is non-refundable. The deposit should be sent with a completed Cruise Offers booking form that lists your requested cabin category. As soon as the booking is confirmed, (usually within 24 hours), a cruise confirmation advice will be posted to the client. The confirmation advice will contain all details. The passenger must also complete the online Cunard cruise personaliser at www.cunard.com Final payments are due to be paid to Cruise Offers 90 days prior to the commencement of the Queen Victoria fly/cruise. A 1.5% administration fee will be added to payments by Visa or Mastercard and 3% for payment by AMEX or Diners Club cards. Any changes made to a booking after purchase may incur fees.
AIRLINES USED:
Emirates, Etihad, Singapore Airlines, Qatar Airways, Qantas Airways, Thai Airways, Cathay Pacific, Malaysian Airlines plus, any codeshare partners (subject to availability).
ACCOMMODATION:
Accommodation will be a centrally located 4-star hotel in Rome.
CANCELLATION CHARGES: Number of days before sailing.
| Days prior to Departure | Cancellation Fee |
|---|---|
| Over 90 days | loss of deposit |
| 90 days or less | 100% of full fare |
| Non-appearance/no written notice | 100% of full fare |
REFUNDS:
The cruise is based on arrangements which do not allow for any refunds in respect to sightseeing, accommodation, meals or other services not utilised after the tour has commenced.
TRAVEL DOCUMENTS:
All passengers will require a valid passport.
TRAVEL INSURANCE:
Adequate travel insurance is required to cover cruise members for the consequences of unforeseen events during the cruise and for cancellation fees which could result from events such as illness, accident, death etc.
BAGGAGE:
Passengers qualify for a 23kg free baggage allowance on flights to join or return from the cruise.
MINIMUM TOUR NUMBERS:
The fly/cruise arrangements have been made on the basis of a minimum number of passengers travelling. In the event that less than the required number of passengers have confirmed their booking 90 days from the date of departure, Cruise Offers reserves the right to cancel the tour, giving a full refund of monies paid, or offer arrangements to proceed with the tour at a modified fare.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Cruise Offers (a division of Travelrite International Pty Ltd, ATAS A10538) is the tour organiser. Cruise Offers, its agents, officers, affiliates, and/or suppliers of services pursuant to, or in connection with these fly/cruises, shall act only as agents in making arrangements for hotels, transportation, including transportation by ship, restaurants, or any other service and do not assume any liability whatsoever for any injury, damage, death, loss, accident or delay to person or property due to an act of negligence or a default of any hotel, carrier restaurant company or person rendering any services included in fly/cruises, or by act of God. Further, no responsibilities are accepted for any damage or delay due to sickness, pilferage, labour disputes, machinery break-down, quarantine, government restraints, weather, terrorism or other causes beyond their control. No responsibility is accepted for any additional expense, omission, delays, re-routing or acts of any government authority. Baggage is at owners' risk throughout the fly/cruise. The passage contract between the carriers concerned, when Issued, shall constitute the sole contract between the carriers and the purchasers of this fly/cruise and/or the passengers. The right is reserved to withdraw any fly/cruise and/or make such changes in the fly/cruises as may be found desirable or necessary for the convenience of the parties and the proper carrying out of the fly/cruise. This contract shall be construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Victoria, Australia and any legal action must be undertaken in the State of Victoria. Attention is also directed to the terms and conditions of the Cunard cruise passage contract with Cunard, detailed on their website www.cunard.com. If you do not have a copy of these terms and conditions, please contact Cruise Offers and we will send one to you.
HOW TO BOOK:
Bookings can be made by completing a booking form and sending it with a non-refundable deposit of $1,500 per person to:
CRUISE OFFERS
423 Whitehorse Road
Balwyn, Victoria 3103
Further information can be obtained by telephoning
Toll Free: 1800 630 343
Telephone: (03) 9836 2522
Email: sales@cruiseoffers.com.au
www.cruiseoffers.com.au
ABOUT CRUISE OFFERS:
Cruise Offers (a division of Travelrite International Pty Ltd), (ABN 64 005 817 078) is a well-established travel company which has been marketing throughout Australia for over 30 years. It is fully ATAS accredited (No. A10538) and as such they directly represent the major airlines of the world and all major domestic and international hotel, tour and transport operators. Travelrite International Pty Ltd is a full member of the Australian Travel Industry Association - ATIA
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