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43 nights · Southern Africa

43-night Southern Africa cruise: Southampton to Hong Kong Kai Tak on Queen Elizabeth

The Southampton to Hong Kong is a 43-night Southern Africa cruise aboard Queen Elizabeth, operated by Cunard. Departing Southampton on January 18, 2028 and arriving in Hong Kong Kai Tak on March 1, 2028, the voyage visits 13 ports including Lisbon, Tenerife, St Vincent, Cape Verde. Fares start from $6,379 per person.

Length
43 nights
Departs
Jan 18, 2028
Returns
Mar 1, 2028
Ports of call
13
Days at sea
28

Voyage code Q803B

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Southampton

Cruises from Southampton are part of a storied maritime heritage. Famous ships have sailed from Southampton port and, before commercial air travel, it was the gateway to the world with Hollywood celebrities like Bette Davis and Elizabeth Taylor passing through to board a Southampton cruise. In its atmospheric Old Town, 12th-century churches, cobbled streets, and timber-framed houses like the impressive Tudor House & Garden sit side-by-side, surrounded by one of the most complete Medieval city walls in the UK where the Bargate – the ancient entrance – still stands intact. There are bustling marina-side bars, shiny shopping districts and a vibrant cultural quarter where the Mayflower Theatre puts on West End musicals and the SeaCity Museum catalogues Southampton’s seafaring past. Some of England’s most impressive landmarks are an easy drive away, including the Neolithic wonder Stonehenge, the picturesque spa city Bath or Buckingham Palace, Tate Modern and Tower Bridge in the bustling capital of London. Discover 5,000 years of history and more on a Southampton cruise.

Lisbon

Lisbon, the capital of Portugal, is a city open to the sea and carefully planned with 18th-century elegance. Its founder is said to be the legendary Ulysses, but the theory of an original Phoenician settlement is probably more realistic. Known in Portugal as Lisboa, the city was inhabited by the Romans, Visigoths and, beginning in the 8th century, the Moors. Much of the 16th century was a period of great prosperity and overseas expansion for Portugal. Tragedy struck on All Saints' Day in 1755 with a devastating earthquake that killed about 40,000 people. The destruction of Lisbon shocked the continent. As a result, the Baixa (lower city) emerged in a single phase of building, carried out in less than a decade by the royal minister, the Marques de Pombal. His carefully planned layout of a perfect neo-classical grid survived to this day and remains the heart of the city. Evidence of pre-quake Lisbon can still be seen in the Belém suburb and the old Moorish section of the Alfama that sprawls below the Castle of St. George. Lisbon is a compact city on the banks of the Tagus River. Visitors find it easy to get around as many places of interest are in the vicinity of the central downtown area. There is a convenient bus and tram system and taxis are plentiful. Rossio Square, the heart of Lisbon since medieval times, is an ideal place to start exploring. After a fire destroyed parts of the historic neighborhood behind Rossio in 1988, many of the restored buildings emerged with modern interiors behind the original façades. The city boasts a good many monuments and museums, such as the Jeronimos Monastery, Tower of Belém, the Royal Coach Museum and the Gulbenkian Museum. High above the Baixa is the Bairro Alto (upper city) with its teeming nightlife. The easiest way to connect between the two areas is via the public elevator designed by Gustave Eiffel. Cruising up the Tagus River to the ship's berth, you can already spot three of Lisbon's famous landmarks: the Monument to the Discoveries, the Tower of Belém and the Statue of Christ, which welcomes visitors from its hilltop location high above Europe's longest suspension bridge.

Tenerife

Looking for a holiday that combines culture and exploration with comfort and relaxation? Tenerife is a true slice of paradise. Explore its foodie treasures, tranquil sunsets burning with tones of pink, orange and yellow and put your underwater camera to good use. There are countless experiences to be had, yet also peaceful and idyllic with sparkling waters and powder-soft sand. Visiting the largest of the Canary Islands, our Tenerife cruises bring you close to one of the world's most dramatic and varied landscapes, ranging from verdant valleys and lush plantations to glorious beaches, vast pinewoods and the volcanic `moonscape' of Mount Teide National Park. Tenerife's cruise port Santa Cruz has grown from a fishing village to a splendid city with classy bars and restaurants, varied shops, fine architecture and interesting museums. With our cruises to Tenerife the action begins right outside the port gates, where you will find a caf-lined boulevard leading to the Plaza de Espana, at the heart of the port's main shopping area. Look out for bargain electrical goods and cut-price CDs, Tenerife's speciality. Prefer museums and galleries? Try the Museo de Bellas Artes, which contains works by Bruegel, or discover the island's history, topography, flora and fauna at the Museo de la Naturaleza y El Hombre.

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Today’s fare, in context

Price history

30 days
Fare details

Fare details

Per person · taxes & fees included
Current fares
Verified 5 hours ago
Inside
$6,379
Oceanview
$7,659
Balcony
$9,879
Tracked range
156 days
Price history by cabin type
CabinCurrentLowestHighest
Inside $6,379 $6,379 on Jun 6 $7,419 on Mar 26
Oceanview $7,659 $7,659 on Jun 6 $8,919 on Mar 26
Balcony $9,879 $9,799 on Jun 6 $11,419 on Mar 26
Suite $25,879 $25,879 on Jun 23 $27,219 on Apr 11
Cabin grades
32 total
Club BalconyBalcony · A1
Club BalconyBalcony · A2
Balcony CabinBalcony · BA
Balcony CabinBalcony · BB
Balcony CabinBalcony · BC
Balcony CabinBalcony · BD
Balcony CabinBalcony · BE
Balcony CabinBalcony · BF
Balcony Cabin - Partially Obstructed ViewBalcony · CA
Balcony Cabin - Partially Obstructed ViewBalcony · CB
Deluxe InsideInside · GA
Deluxe InsideInside · GB
Deluxe InsideInside · GC
Standard InsideInside · IA
Standard InsideInside · ID
Standard InsideInside · IE
Standard InsideInside · IF
Single InsideInside · LC
OceanviewOceanview · EB
OceanviewOceanview · EC
OceanviewOceanview · EF
Oceanview (Obstructed View)Oceanview · FB
Oceanview (Obstructed View)Oceanview · FC
Single OceanviewOceanview · KC
Princess SuiteSuite · P1
Princess SuiteSuite · P2
Grand SuiteSuite · Q1
Master SuiteSuite · Q2
Penthouse SuiteSuite · Q3
Penthouse SuiteSuite · Q4
Queen SuiteSuite · Q5
Queen SuiteSuite · Q6

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Current prices

Per person · 2 guests · incl. taxes & fees

Inside

from $6,379

$148 / night

Fare rows

Standard Inside

Cabin grade

Available

from $6,379

$148 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

Oceanview

from $7,659

$178 / night

Fare rows

Oceanview (Obstructed View)

Cabin grade

Available

from $7,659

$178 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

Balcony

from $9,879

$229 / night

Fare rows

Balcony Cabin

Cabin grade

Available

from $9,879

$229 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

Suite

Not available

Prices verified Aug 28, 2026

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The journey

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Southampton

Day 1 Jan 18, 2028

Southampton

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Join us on Queen Elizabeth and immerse yourself in her evocative art deco elegance. Our newest Queen exudes style and has an especially refined feel. Prepare yourself for a truly remarkable voyage. Queen Elizabeth invites you to an uncrowded world where spacious decks set the perfect backdrop for you to savour a flawless Cunard experience. Immerse yourself in endless entertainment, luxurious accommodation and an array of dining choices. Her art deco features and gleaming chandeliers blend with contemporary attractions to ensure a remarkable holiday. Enjoy croquet on her Games Deck, stunning entertainment in her Royal Court Theatre or relax in her elegant conservatory. The choice is yours.

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