Queen Elizabeth: 16-Night Cruise from Southampton - January 19, 2027

You'll have 9 hours hours to explore Lanzarote, Canary Islands, Spain, from 9:00 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 volcanic formations create dramatic vistas that feel almost surreal, while the small towns and villages showcase traditional Canarian charm.

The Queen Elizabeth is a mid-sized ship, which means excursion options in Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Canary Islands are plentiful. Plan your top priorities in advance and you'll generally find services accessible without long waits. The striking Auditorio de Tenerife, designed by Santiago Calatrava, is an architectural icon.

Your ship arrives in Gran Canaria, Canary Islands 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. Las Palmas offers a mix of modern city life and historic charm.

With 14 hours hours in Agadir, Morocco - from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM - you have a full day ashore with room to breathe. Go beyond the typical tourist stops: neighborhoods, local dining, and cultural sites that most cruise visitors never reach. Leave time for unstructured wandering. Inside, expect spices, produce, clothing, and household goods alongside friendly vendors.

The Queen Elizabeth is a mid-sized ship, which means excursion options in Casablanca, Morocco are plentiful. Plan your top priorities in advance and you'll generally find services accessible without long waits. The Hassan II Mosque is one of the largest religious buildings in the world and a defining symbol of Casablanca.

Your ship arrives in Tangier, Morocco 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. Explore the Kasbah Museum, located within the historic citadel.

You'll have 10 hours hours to explore Lisbon, Portugal, 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. Wear comfortable walking shoes for hilly streets and cobblestones.

Your cruise ends in Southampton, England, where the Queen Elizabeth is scheduled to dock at 6:30 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. Step back in time at the Tudor House Museum, a beautifully preserved historic home showcasing centuries of Southampton's domestic and social history, including exhibitions on trade and local life.