This 7-night Cunard itinerary links Istanbul to Southampton, threading 12 ports of call through 8 countries with 7 days at sea to unwind aboard Cunard Queen Victoria.
Why sail this route
You unpack once and let the ship do the travelling: 8 countries over 7 nights, starting in Istanbul and finishing in Southampton, with a new port waiting most mornings instead of airports and hotel check-ins.
The pacing runs to 12 port days and 7 days at sea — time to enjoy the ship between stops.
Good to know
- Best for
- Culture-led travellers
- Season
- Autumn sailing
- Route
- Istanbul → Southampton
- Pace
- 12 port days · 7 sea days
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The Ship
Your home for all 7 nights aboard Cunard Queen Victoria — so you unpack once and wake up somewhere new each morning.
About This Cruise
The 7 Night Istanbul And Greek Islands is a 7-night one-way itinerary aboard Cunard Queen Victoria. You board in Istanbul and disembark in Southampton, calling at 12 ports across 8 countries along the way.
In sequence the voyage takes in Turkey (Istanbul), Greece (Piraeus), Crete (Chania), Greece (Katakolon), Sicily (Messina), Italy (Civitavecchia) and 2 more, among others.
As a one-way sailing you'll fly into Istanbul and home from Southampton, so it's worth checking the two gateways before you book. Longer hops are crossed on the 7 days at sea, keeping daylight hours for the ports. Sailing dates, cabin availability and fares vary by season — use Check Dates & Prices for live pricing, or call our team to talk through the options.