$11,499—28-nt Cunard Med cruise + 7-nt Edinburgh Tattoo tour

This unique 28-night European adventure has once-in-a-lifetime appeal. Spend two weeks cruising the Mediterranean on Cunard’s Queen Victoria. Explore Florence and Rome, then sail past France, Spain, Greece and Montenegro’s postcard-perfect harbours. After the cruise, slow things down with four tranquil nights on Murano—Venice’s calm, classy cousin. Unlimited waterbus rides let you pop into Venice whenever you like. Or you can sneak off to Burano, Lido, or Torcello for a quieter day out. Then it’s off to Scotland for a fully escorted seven-day tour. Kick off with the world-famous Edinburgh Military Tattoo and explore Inverness, Loch Ness, and whisky country. Wander medieval Stirling and Aberdeen, where every corner whispers tales older than most guidebooks. The Highlands are cinematic, dramatic, and occasionally misty, just like a movie set. Breakfast and dinner are included daily, which means one less thing to think about. And with flights plus pre- and post-cruise stays sorted, this is the ultimate “leave the planning to us” holiday.

Inside cabins start at $11,499. That includes an exclusive $400 discount, which bumps the savings up to 32%. This trip could cost you up to $5428 if you try to build it yourself.

What's included

• International economy flights from Sydney to Rome, return from Edinburgh
• 2-night hotel stay in Rome with breakfast
• 14-night cruise from Rome (Civitavecchia) to Trieste onboard the Queen Victoria
  • Ports of call: Livorno (Florence), La Seyne-sur-Mer, Calvi, Valencia, Barcelona, Salerno, Messina, Corfu and Kotor
  • All onboard meals in complimentary dining venues
  • Cunard’s signature afternoon tea
  • Evening performances and live entertainment
  • Gala evenings
  • Sporting activities and onboard leisure options
  • All port charges and government taxes
• 3-day Vaporetto Pass between Venice and Murano
• 4-night hotel stay on the Murano Islands with breakfast
• One-way flight from Venice to Edinburgh
• 7-day coach tour from Edinburgh including accommodation, breakfast and dinner daily
• In-depth sightseeing and entrance fees as per the itinerary:
  • Edinburgh & Falkirk: Visit Edinburgh Castle—home to Scotland’s Crown Jewels and the Mons Meg cannon—and Stirling Castle, attend the Edinburgh Military Tattoo, and see the 30-metre-tall Kelpies.
  • Aberdeen & Surrounds: Discover Glamis Castle, the childhood home of Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother, and admire the dramatic coastal ruins of Dunnottar Castle.
  • Speyside & Highlands: Explore a traditional Dufftown whisky distillery, learn Scotland’s history at the Culloden Visitor Centre, visit Urquhart Castle overlooking Loch Ness, and take in the stunning Highland landscapes of Glen Coe, Rannoch Moor, and Loch Lomond.
  • Glasgow: Explore the medieval Glasgow Cathedral and admire art and cultural treasures at the Kelvingrove Art Gallery

When

This itinerary departs Sydney on 17 July 2026.

Book by 19 December 2025.

Cabin upgrades

Featured prices are based on an Inside cabin while cruising. We've also found savings on cabin upgrades. Upgrades start at just $800 per person:

• +$800 for an Outside cabin
• +$1300 for a Balcony
• +$5300 for a Suite

To find out more, see our partner's website.

Holiday snapshot

Sydney - Rome - Livorno (Florence) - La Seyne-sur-Mer - Calvi (Corsica) - Valencia - Barcelona - Salerno - Strait of Messina - Messina - Corfu - Kotor - Trieste - Venice - Murano Island - Venice - Edinburgh - Aberdeen - Inverness - Glasgow - Edinburgh - Sydney

Itinerary highlights

Marvel at the artistic treasures of Rome, where the Colosseum, Vatican City and piazzas celebrate the grandeur of ancient civilisation.

From Livorno, explore Florence's Renaissance brilliance, with masterpieces like the Duomo and the Uffizi, or visit Pisa's famous Leaning Tower.

Wander through the serene harbour of La Seyne-sur-Mer, framed by pine-covered hills and sunlit Mediterranean shores.

Discover the beauty of Calvi on Corsica, where cobbled lanes wind beneath the Genoese citadel and beaches meet mountain views.

Immerse yourself in the warmth of Valencia, tasting authentic paella and exploring the futuristic City of Arts and Sciences.

Celebrate creativity in Barcelona, where Gaudí’s Sagrada Familia and the lively Ramblas capture the city’s bold artistic spirit.

Uncover Salerno's seaside charm, with its medieval cathedral, colourful alleys and the sparkling waters of the Amalfi coast.

Sail through the storied Strait of Messina, passing between Sicily and mainland Italy beneath the distant gaze of Mount Etna.

Admire Messina's elegant waterfront and the world-famous Astronomical Clock Tower, a symbol of Sicilian endurance and grace.

Embrace the lush Ionian landscapes of Corfu, where Venetian fortresses, winding lanes and blue coves reveal timeless Greek allure.

Enter the fjord-like Bay of Kotor, climbing ancient ramparts to take in Montenegro’s dramatic coastal scenery.

Experience Trieste's cosmopolitan charm, from its neoclassical squares to the city’s renowned coffeehouses and sea-view boulevards.

Drift along Venice's canals beneath marble palaces, then visit Murano to watch artisans shape molten glass into radiant forms.

Ascend the heights of Edinburgh Castle to view Scotland’s Crown Jewels and the legendary cannon Mons Meg, then feel the pageantry of the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo on the castle’s Esplanade.

Travel north through Falkirk to view the towering Kelpies before reaching Stirling to explore its grand medieval castle, steeped in the legacy of Scottish kings.

Journey from Edinburgh across the Queensferry Bridge to Forfar to tour Glamis Castle, childhood home of Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother, before visiting the coastal ruins of Dunnottar Castle near Stonehaven and arriving in Aberdeen.

Follow the River Dee from Aberdeen to Dufftown for a whisky tasting, continue to Elgin Cathedral’s historic ruins and end the day at Fort George, overlooking the Moray Firth.

Explore the Highlands from Inverness, visiting the Culloden Battlefield, Urquhart Castle on Loch Ness, and Fort William beneath the towering Ben Nevis, before crossing Glen Coe and Rannoch Moor to the tranquil banks of Loch Lomond.

Discover Glasgow's vibrant culture through visits to Glasgow Cathedral and Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, where art, architecture and history converge.

Return to Edinburgh for departure, reflecting on Scotland’s castles, landscapes and enduring traditions before continuing your voyage home to Sydney’s iconic harbour.