Mediterranean Solar Eclipse Expedition Voyage
See a solar eclipse at sea!

Mediterranean Solar Eclipse Expedition Voyage

20 Jul 2027 18 Nights Queen Victoria From $8,990
Includes Flights, Hotels, Meals, Luxury Cruise
Mediterranean Solar Eclipse Expedition Voyage
Experience one of the world's most extraordinary natural events on this unforgettable Mediterranean Solar Eclipse Expedition Voyage. Timed to coincide with the total solar eclipse of August 2027, this exceptional cruise offers the rare opportunity to witness the eclipse from the ideal vantage point at sea while exploring some of the Mediterranean's most captivating destinations. Discover the history, culture and beauty of Spain, France and Italy, enjoy luxurious cruising with world-class dining and entertainment, and relax knowing every detail has been expertly arranged. It's a once-in-a-lifetime journey combining spectacular celestial wonder with an unforgettable Mediterranean holiday.

Inclusions:

  • Economy-class return flights from Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide and Perth to Rome
  • 2 nights hotel accommodation in four-star centrally located hotel in Rome including breakfast
  • 14-night cruise on Queen Victoria
  • All meals, entertainment, and service charges aboard Queen Victoria
  • Port and handling charges on Queen Victoria
  • Cruise taxes & air taxes and surcharges
  • Transfers to/from hotel and to/from ship

Pricing:

Cabin / Description Deck Twin-share Single Fare
IE Inside 4,5,6,8 $8,990 $13,990
ID Inside 5,6,7 $9,390 $14,190
EC Ocean View 1 $9,990 $15,590
EB Ocean View 1 $10,190 $15,790
BE Balcony 4,5,6,7,8 $11,790 $18,890
BD Balcony 5,6,7 $11,990 $19,290
BB Balcony 5,6,7,8 $12,890 $20,890
P1 Suite 7,8 $17,990 $30,990
Q4 Suite 7 $20,990 $36,990
Included port & handling charges $490 $490
Included air taxes as at 1/7/26 $290 $290
Route Map

Itinerary

DAY 1 Tuesday 20 July 2027 Depart Australia
Today we board our flight to London, England.

DAY 2 Wednesday 21 July 2027 Arrive London
This morning we arrive in the city of London. After clearing customs, we will be met by our private coach and depart on a sightseeing tour. We will see Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, Trafalgar Square, St Paul’s Cathedral and more.

DAY 3 Thursday 22 July 2027 London
A free day to explore London. You may wish to visit the Picadilly Circus and Oxford Street.

DAY 4 Friday 23 July 2027 Embarkation
We will have free time this morning for sightseeing and shopping. Early afternoon we transfer to Southampton to board Queen Victoria for our voyage to Portugal, Spain and Morocco. Be up on deck as the ship slips her moorings at 5:00pm for the start of our fabulous cruise.

DAY 5 Saturday 24 July 2027 At sea
A day at sea exploring the ships fantastic facilities.

DAY 6 Sunday 25 July 2027 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 7 Monday 26 July 2027 Lisbon, Portugal
The charm of Lisbon exists in its strong links to the past, with its palaces, magnificent churches and an impressive castle reflecting the city’s rich cultural heritage. Its eclectic blend of neighbourhoods, culture and architecture distinguish this capital city uniquely from the other European capitals and make it a truly fascinating and comprehensive city to visit. Perhaps explore the city or venture to the historic hill town of Sintra, a popular place to escape the summer heat.

DAY 8 Tuesday 27 July 2027 At sea
A day at sea exploring the ships fantastic facilities.

DAY 9 Wednesday 28 July 2027 Cadiz, Spain
This morning we arrive into Cadiz. You can spend the day in Cadiz or you may want to take a ship tour to Seville the capital of Andalucia. Seville is famous for flamenco dancing, bullfighting and its myriad cafés and tapas bars.

DAY 10 Thursday 29 July 2027 At sea
A day at sea exploring the ships fantastic facilities.

DAY 11 Friday 30 July 2027 Valencia, Spain
This morning we sail in to the beautiful Mediterranean city of Valencia, situated where the Turia river meets the Mediterranean Sea. The city is known for its Arts and Sciences with futuristic structures.

DAY 12 Saturday 31 July 2027 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 13 Sunday 1 August 2027 At Sea
A day at sea exploring the ships fantastic facilities.

DAY 14 Monday 2 August 2027 Tangier, Morocco
Founded by Carthaginians in the 5th century B.C., Tangier has seen great powers and would-be conquerors come and go. Since the 19th century, European and American painters, poets and writers have been drawn to the narrow streets of old city. Spend the day exploring the city before heading out to sea in time to witness the spectacular Solar Eclipse off the coast of Morocco.

DAY 15 Tuesday 3 August 2027 At sea
A day at sea exploring the ships fantastic facilities.

DAY 16 Wednesday 4 August 2027 La Coruna, Spain
This morning we arrive into La Coruna on the northern coast of Spain. You may wish to join a ship tour to Santiago de Compostela, the finishing point of the Camino de Santiago (the Way of St James), the famous pilgrimage route ending at the tomb of the apostle James.

DAY 17 Thursday 5 August 2027 At Sea
A day at sea exploring the ships fantastic facilities.

DAY 18 Friday 6 August 2027 Southampton/Depart
This morning, we arrive back in Southampton, and after disembarking the ship we will transfer to the Airport for flights home.

DAY 19 Saturday 7 August 2027 At Sea
We arrive in Australia, where your tour concludes.

Queen Victoria
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!
Queen Victoria

Terms and conditions:

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 tour 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. Any changes made to a booking after purchase may incur fees.

CANCELLATION CHARGES:
Number of days before sailing:
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. An ETA is required for the UK.

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: [email protected]
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.

AUSTRALIA’S LEADING CRUISE MARKETPLACE