Queen Elizabeth: 12-Night Cruise from Southampton - May 2, 2027

You'll have 9 hours hours to explore La Coruna, Spain, from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM - a solid full day ashore. That's enough for 2-3 attractions and a sit-down lunch without rushing. Tackle the most distant spot first, then work your way back toward the port. Many places serve simple but excellent local dishes, allowing visitors to sample Galician flavors in a relaxed setting.

The Queen Elizabeth is a mid-sized ship, which means excursion options in Porto (Oporto), Portugal are plentiful. Plan your top priorities in advance and you'll generally find services accessible without long waits. The Ribeira district is Porto's historic heart, with narrow cobbled streets, colorful houses, and lively riverside cafes.

Your ship arrives in Gibraltar, British Territory at 8:00 AM, one of the most common arrival windows. If you've booked a morning excursion, aim to be among the first off. If your plans are flexible, waiting 30-45 minutes lets the initial wave pass. Visiting the Rock is the signature experience.

You'll have 10 hours hours to explore Tangier, Morocco, from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM - a solid full day ashore. That's enough for 2-3 attractions and a sit-down lunch without rushing. Tackle the most distant spot first, then work your way back toward the port. Dress in layers to adjust to changing temperatures, and wear comfortable shoes for exploring the medina and cobblestone streets.

The Queen Elizabeth is a mid-sized ship, which means excursion options in Cartagena, Spain are plentiful. Plan your top priorities in advance and you'll generally find services accessible without long waits. The Roman Theatre is Cartagena's star attraction and an impressive one.

Your ship arrives in Alicante, Spain at 8:00 AM, one of the most common arrival windows. If you've booked a morning excursion, aim to be among the first off. If your plans are flexible, waiting 30-45 minutes lets the initial wave pass. Perched above the city, Santa Barbara Castle offers sweeping views of Alicante and the coastline.

You'll have 10 hours hours to explore Palma de Mallorca, Spain, from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM - a solid full day ashore. That's enough for 2-3 attractions and a sit-down lunch without rushing. Tackle the most distant spot first, then work your way back toward the port. Many visitors choose independent exploration due to the compact layout and walkability of central areas.

Your cruise ends in Barcelona, Spain, where the Queen Elizabeth is scheduled to dock at 7:00 AM. On a smaller ship, the disembarkation process moves quickly - most passengers are off within one to two hours. If you're flying out, book your flight at least four hours after the ship's scheduled arrival. Wandering through the older districts reveals narrow streets, hidden squares, and centuries of stories.