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Itinerary
| Day | Date | Port | Times |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 11 Dec 24 | Sydney, NSW, Australia | Embark |
| 2 | 12 Dec 24 | at sea | |
| 3 | 13 Dec 24 | Hobart, TAS, Australia | In Port |
| 4 | 14 Dec 24 | Great Oyster Bay, Australia | In Port |
| 5 | 15 Dec 24 | at sea | |
| 6 | 16 Dec 24 | Sydney, NSW, Australia | Disembark |
Queen Elizabeth
Ship Details
Queen Elizabeth is the newest ship and the second largest ever constructed for the Cunard fleet. Launched in 2010, she carries over 2,000 passengers to destinations across the world with high-class services and facilities.
The Cunard Line began in 1839 when it was awarded the first British transatlantic steamship mail contract. It quickly became a leading passenger liner and today prides itself on retaining its signature classic style and quality. All Cunard staff are trained at the cruise line's White Star Academy to ensure each guest enjoys impeccable service for every moment of their voyage.
Luxuriate with fine dining, high class bars and beautiful old-fashioned decor. Soak in the ambiance with resident string quartet, pianist and orchestra performing at afternoon tea, theme balls and afternoon tea. Watch enthralling musical performances and Shakespeare productions at the Royal Court Theatre and see if Lady Luck is on your side in the Empire Casino.
Reserve your stateroom on board Queen Elizabeth today to depart from ports all over the world. Discover destinations across the Americas, Australia, Pacific Islands, East Asia, India, the Middle East, North Africa, Western Europe, the Mediterranean and the Adriatics.
Deck Plan
Explore all 12 magnificent decks of Queen Elizabeth to see the luxurious services and facilities provided. Beautiful artwork and old-world nautical interior fittings are just some of the fine detail that makes Cunard Line cruises a truly elegant experience
Accommodation
Queens Grill Suite
- Butler and concierge service
- 24-hour room service
- Bon Voyage bottle of Champagne and strawberries on embarkation
- Priority embarkation, disembarkation and luggage delivery
- Exclusive access to The Grills Lounge, The Courtyard and private deck area
- Single-seating dining in the Queens Grill restaurant
- Refrigerator, safe and hair dryer
- Soft Terry Robes & slippers
- Nightly turndown service with pillow chocolate
- Pillow concierge (a selection of pillows and duvets to suit your preference)
- 220V 3-pin and 110V 2-pin Sockets
- Satellite TV with multi language film and music channels
- Daily shipboard newspaper
- Fresh flowers and daily fresh fruit
- Personalised stationery, atlas and books
- Board games
- Bar stocked with spirits or wines and soft drinks
- Pre-dinner canapés and in-suite dining from Queens Grill menu
Princess Grill Suite
- Concierge service
- 24-hour room service
- Full bathroom with bath and shower
- Exclusive access to The Grills Lounge, The Courtyard and private deck area
- Single-seating dining in the Princess Grill restaurant
- In-suite dining from the Princess Grill menu
- Priority embarkation
- Bon Voyage bottle of wine and fresh strawberries
- Pillow concierge menu (a selection of pillows and duvets to suit your preference)
- Soft Terry Robes & slippers
- Nightly turndown service with pillow chocolate
- Satellite TV with multi language film and music channels
- Direct-Dial telephone
- Refrigerator, safe and hair dryer
- Daily shipboard newspaper
- 220V 3-pin and 110V 2-pin Sockets
- Personalised stationery and atlas
- Daily fresh fruit
Club Balcony
- 24-hour room service
- Single-seating dining in the Britannia Club restaurant
- Bathrobe and slippers
- Nightly turndown service with pillow chocolate
- Satellite TV with multi-language film and music channels
- Refrigerator, safe, hair dryer
- Daily shipboard newspaper
- Bon Voyage bottle of wine
- Pillow concierge menu (a selection of pillows and duvets to suit your preference)
- Direct-dial telephone
- Fruit basket (on request)
- 220V British 3-pin and 110V 2-pin sockets
Balcony Stateroom
- 24-hour room service
- Bathrobe and slippers
- Nightly turndown service with pillow chocolate
- Satellite TV with multi-language film and music channels
- Refrigerator, safe, hair dryer
- Daily shipboard newspaper
- Half a bottle of Bon Voyage wine
- Direct-dial telephone
- Fruit basket (on request)
- 220V British 3-pin and 110V 2-pin sockets
Oceanview Stateroom
- 24-hour room service
- Bathrobe and slippers
- Nightly turndown service with pillow chocolate
- Satellite TV with multi-language film and music channels
- Refrigerator, safe, hair dryer
- Daily shipboard newspaper
- Half a bottle of Bon Voyage wine
- Direct-dial telephone
- Fruit basket (on request)
- 220V British 3-pin and 110V 2-pin sockets
Inside Stateroom
- 24-hour room service
- Bathrobe and slippers
- Nightly turndown service with pillow chocolate
- Satellite TV with multi-language film and music channels
- Refrigerator, safe, hair dryer
- Daily shipboard newspaper
- Half a bottle of Bon Voyage wine
- Direct-dial telephone
- Fruit basket (on request)
- 220V British 3-pin and 110V 2-pin sockets
Facilities
Dining
- The Grills Terrace
- Queens Grill
- Princess Grill
- Britannia Restaurant
- Verandah Restaurant
- Lido Restaurant
- Queens Room
- Cafe Carinthia
- 24 hour room service
Bars
- The Commodore Club
- The Golden Lion
- The Yacht Club
- Queens Room
- The Garden Lounge
- Churchill's Cigar Lounge
- Admiral's Lounge
Entertainment
- Royal Court Theatre
- Empire Casino
- Karaoke
- Quizzes
Fun and Relaxation
- The Terrace
- The Courtyard
- Games Deck
- Card Room
- Book Club
- Cunard ConneXions
- Royal Spa
- Fitness Centre
Children
- Children's Outdoor Area
- Teens Outdoor Area
- The Play Zone and The Zone youth programs
Miscellaneous
- Cunard Insights
- Queens Arcade
- Royal Arcade shopping
- Cunard Place
- iSTUDY and internet centre
- Art gallery
- Cunarders' Gallery
- Library
- Tour office
- Pursers office
Dining
The two-tier Britannia Restaurant boasts gourmet menus designed by Cunard's Global Culinary Ambassador, Jean-Marie Zimmermann. Choose from an early or late sitting and be sure to make an entrance down the grand staircase.
Queens Grill pairs an a la carte menu with attentive service in the Queen Elizabeth's most luxurious dining room. Princess Grill just next door offers intimate single seating with the signature Cunard service and impressive menus.
The elegant Verandah Restaurant serves contemporary French cuisine using authentic ingredients from France. Buffet dining is available all day in the Lido restaurant, which in the evening is reborn as one of several regional venues: Asado South American Grill; Jasmine Asian cuisine; and Aztec modern interpretations of Mexican classics.
Traditional afternoon tea is served by white-gloved waiters accompanied by the orchestra in the Queens Room ballroom. Cafe Carintha is a perfect place to relax with speciality teas, coffees and pastries. With 24 hour room service you will have access to a magnificent range of dining options at any hour.
Entertainment
Two-storey Royal Court Theatre is home to the Queen Elizabeth Theatre Company, who perform musical productions and abridged Shakespeare classics. The Theatre also shows first-run feature films.
Try your luck at blackjack in the Monte Carlo inspired Empire Casino with 13 gaming tables and over 120 slot machines.
Evenings bring a refined ambiance with the resident pianist playing soft relaxing music in Midships Bar. The lively Yacht Club features nautical decor including the compass-shaped dance floor. Royal Night Theme Balls are hosted in the exquisitely decorated Queens Room Ballroom accompanied by a professional orchestra.
Enjoy the occasional supper club under the conservatory roof in the Garden Lounge for an evening of 1930's glamour. The Golden Lion hosts classic pub entertainment including karaoke and a Pub Quiz every night.
Kids
Kids
All Cunard ships offer complimentary youth programs to entertain and look after children and teenagers aged 2-17 years while parents enjoy their cruise. Children's supper/tea is served daily so parents can have formal dinner by themselves.
Activities vary every day and run during the day and into the night. Depending on age, your young ones can take part in arts and crafts, movies, quizzes, table tennis and scavenger hunts. Specially designed areas The Play Zone and The Zone are the base of activities and can be used by appropriate age groups to simply relax and meet new friends.
A night nursery for ages 12-23 months is open from 6:00pm to 11:00pm daily on a first come first served basis. Children under 2 years old can use the facilities and activities during the day with parental supervision.