$8999—33-nt London to Rio Carnival Cunard fly-cruise-stay
Arriving in Rio during Carnival transforms an Atlantic crossing into an unforgettable celebration
Why We Love This Deal
Some holidays take you to Rio. This one arrives during Carnival. Samba schools fill the Sambadrome with drums, colour and astonishing precision. Beyond the parade, the entire city seems to move to the same rhythm. It is extraordinary to witness, but notoriously difficult to organise well. This 33-day fly-cruise-stay handles the major moving parts. Flights, a London stay and transfers are included. Queen Anne arrives as the main parades begin and remains overnight. You can join the celebration, then return to your cabin. There is no scramble for scarce hotels or inflated Carnival rates. A night in London opens the journey before Queen Anne sails from Southampton. You settle into Cunard’s rhythm as anticipation builds across the Atlantic. Bermuda’s pink sands provide the first burst of tropical colour. The Caribbean follows before Brazil takes over. Salvador adds music, history and Afro-Brazilian culture before Búzios changes the pace. Beyond Carnival, Rio’s beaches and mountaintop landmarks add another layer. The overnight creates time for icons from Copacabana to Christ the Redeemer. This is also Queen Anne’s maiden South American season. Rio is not simply the final port. It is the moment the whole voyage has been waiting for.
Starting at just $8999 per person, our research found savings of up to $2224 per person, including the exclusive $1000 off Imagine Cruising's Inside cabin prices. Even better, all Oceanview bookings receive a free upgrade to a Balcony cabin—an exclusive saving of $1500 per person on the usual Balcony price.
What's included
- International economy class flights from Australia* to London, return from Rio de Janiero
- 1-night stay at the 4-star DoubleTree by Hilton – Tower of London with breakfast^
- 29-night, full-board cruise on board Queen Anne from Southampton to Rio de Janiero
- Ports of call: Bermuda, Port Canaveral, Fort Lauderdale, Grand Turk, Bridgetown, Fortaleza, Salvador, Armação dos Búzios and Rio de Janeiro (overnight).
- All meals on board, specialty dining excluded
- Evening performances
- Live music
- Cunard’s signature afternoon tea
- Gala evening events
- Sporting activities
- All port fees and government taxes
- Transfers throughout
When
This itinerary departs Australia* on 8 January 2027.
Book by 6 August 2026.
Cabin upgrades
Featured prices are based on an Inside cabin while cruising. We've also found savings on cabin upgrades. Upgrades start from $2000 per person:
- +$2000 for an Outside cabin (inc free upgrade to a Balcony cabin)
- +$13,000 for a Suite
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Holiday snapshot
Australia* - London - Southampton - Bermuda - Port Canaveral - Fort Lauderdale - Grand Turk - Bridgetown - Fortaleza - Salvador - Armação dos Búzios - Rio de Janeiro (overnight) - Australia*
Itinerary highlights
In London, iconic landmarks, royal history and riverside walks set the scene, with a one-night stay before transferring to Southampton to board Cunard's elegant Queen Anne.
At Bermuda, pink-sand beaches, colourful colonial buildings and crystal-clear waters provide a spectacular first taste of island life in the Atlantic.
From Port Canaveral, Florida's Space Coast combines golden beaches with the excitement of nearby Kennedy Space Center.
In Fort Lauderdale, palm-lined canals, luxury marinas and beautiful beaches create a relaxed introduction to Florida's famous Gold Coast.
At Grand Turk, powder-white beaches, turquoise waters and one of the Caribbean's finest coral reefs invite a slower pace beneath endless blue skies.
In Bridgetown, historic colonial streets, lively rum culture and Barbados' warm hospitality combine with idyllic Caribbean beaches.
At Fortaleza, sweeping sand dunes, lively beachfront promenades and Brazil's tropical northeast reveal a coastline shaped by sunshine and surf.
Through Salvador, colourful colonial architecture, Afro-Brazilian culture and infectious rhythms create one of Brazil's most vibrant and culturally rich cities.
In Armação dos Búzios, elegant boutiques, secluded coves, and golden beaches showcase the glamorous seaside town once made famous by Brigitte Bardot.
An overnight stay in Rio de Janeiro provides time to experience one of the world's most spectacular cities, where Copacabana, Sugarloaf Mountain and Christ the Redeemer are matched by the city's legendary energy long after the sun sets.