Queen Elizabeth: 14-Night Cruise from Civitavecchia (Rome) - May 28, 2027

You'll have 10 hours hours to explore Valletta, Malta, 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. From the outside it looks restrained, but inside is one of the most richly decorated churches in Europe.

The Queen Elizabeth is a mid-sized ship, which means excursion options in Kotor, Montenegro are plentiful. Plan your top priorities in advance and you'll generally find services accessible without long waits. The old town is a maze of narrow lanes, small squares, and historic buildings that reward slow exploration.

Your ship arrives in Split, Croatia 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. Diocletians Palace is not a single building but a living neighborhood at the center of Split.

You'll have 10 hours hours to explore Zadar, Croatia, 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. The city offers Roman forums, medieval churches, and Venetian-era fortifications alongside contemporary attractions like the Sea Organ and Sun Salutation.

The Queen Elizabeth is a mid-sized ship, which means excursion options in Trieste, Italy are plentiful. Plan your top priorities in advance and you'll generally find services accessible without long waits. Explore one of Europe's largest seafront squares, lined with grand buildings and cafes.

Your ship arrives in Dubrovnik, Croatia at 9:00 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. A full loop around the historic walls offers unforgettable views over red rooftops and the Adriatic Sea.

Arriving in Messina, Sicily, Italy at 10:30 PM with only 1 hours hours before your 11:59 PM departure is a tight window. A ship-arranged shore excursion is the safest play here - you'll get priority disembarkation, and the ship will wait for its own excursions to return. Focus on one or two experiences close to the port. The Cathedral of Messina, rebuilt after earthquakes, features a stunning interior, historic mosaics, and the famous astronomical clock.

The Queen Elizabeth is a mid-sized ship, which means excursion options in Palermo, Sicily, Italy are plentiful. Plan your top priorities in advance and you'll generally find services accessible without long waits. Palermo Cathedral is a magnificent blend of architectural styles, including Norman, Gothic, and Baroque elements.

Your ship arrives in Ibiza, 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. Ibiza Town blends everyday island life with history and style.

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.