Sydney planning
For a Sydney call, confirm the berth and transfer arrangements before booking transport. Leave a practical margin between the ship arrival and any onward flight.
CUNARD JOURNEYS · PERSONAL CRUISE ADVICE
Queen Elizabeth: Sydney, Australia to Southampton, United Kingdom
This Queen Elizabeth archive describes Sydney, Australia to Southampton, United Kingdom on the February 10–May 10 2026 itinerary (Q603). Use the listed ports and sea days to compare the journey, then contact Deluxe Cruises to confirm the current sailing schedule and cabin or suite options.
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UNDERSTAND THE JOURNEY
Planning this Queen Elizabeth itinerary
For luxury world cruise planning, this archive offers a useful starting point for comparing a longer journey or a voyage segment. The listed calls include Sydney, Australia, Newcastle, Australia, Brisbane, Australia, Cairns, Yorkey's Knob, Rabaul, PAPUA NEW GUINEA, Cebu, Philippines. Compare the number of port visits with the time spent at sea, then check the current operating itinerary before arranging flights or hotels.
Hong Kong planning
For Hong Kong, confirm the cruise terminal and allow transfer time for any independent visit. The archived schedule alone does not establish the current berth or port hours.
Yokohama planning
Yokohama appears in this Japanese itinerary. Check the terminal and the travel time for any visit to Tokyo, especially when planning an independent excursion.
Accommodation & practical arrangements
Ask Deluxe Cruises to compare the current cabins and suites for your preferred sailing. Confirm the cabin location, dining arrangements, included services and full fare. Discuss transfers, travel documents and any pre-cruise or post-cruise stay before committing to independent arrangements.
PRESERVED VOYAGE REFERENCE
Archived itinerary & accommodation images
Dates, port calls and timings below reproduce the reference schedule. A listed time is not a confirmed current port arrangement.
Sydney, Australia to Southampton, United Kingdom · February 21 May 10 2026 - 79 Days · Voyage Q603 - World Cruise 2026
| Date | CITY | Cruises |
|---|---|---|
| February 2026 | ||
| 21 February 2026 | Sydney, Australia | |
| 22 February 2026 | Newcastle, Australia | In Port |
| 23 February 2026 | At Sea | |
| 24 February 2026 | Brisbane, Australia | In Port |
| 25 February 2026 | At Sea | |
| 26 February 2026 | At Sea | |
| 27 February 2026 | Cairns, Yorkey's Knob | In Port |
| 28 February 2026 | At Sea | |
| 29 February 2026 | At Sea | |
| March 2026 | ||
| 01 March 2026 | Rabaul, PAPUA NEW GUINEA | In Port |
| 02 March 2026 | At Sea | |
| 03 March 2026 | At Sea | |
| 04 March 2026 | At Sea | |
| 05 March 2026 | At Sea | |
| 06 March 2026 | Cebu, Philippines | In Port |
| 07 March 2026 | At Sea | |
| 08 March 2026 | Manila, Philippines | In Port |
| 09 March 2026 | At Sea | |
| 10 March 2026 | Hong Kong, China | In Port |
| 11 March 2026 | At Sea | |
| 12 March 2026 | At Sea | |
| 13 March 2026 | Shanghai, China | In Port |
| 14 March 2026 | At Sea | |
| 15 March 2026 | Busan (PUSAN), SOUTH KOREA | In Port |
| 16 March 2026 | Jeju-do, SOUTH KOREA | In Port |
| 17 March 2026 | Nagasaki, Japan | In Port |
| 18 March 2026 | Kagoshima, Japan | In Port |
| 19 March 2026 | At Sea | |
| 20 March 2026 | Yokohama, Japan | In Port |
| 21 March 2026 | At Sea | |
| 22 March 2026 | Osaka, Japan | In Port |
| 23 March 2026 | Osaka, Japan | In Port |
| 24 March 2026 | Hiroshima, Japan | In Port |
| 25 March 2026 | At Sea | |
| 26 March 2026 | Okinawa, (Naha), Japan | In Port |
| 27 March 2026 | At Sea | |
| 28 March 2026 | Keelung, Taiwan | In Port |
| 29 March 2026 | At Sea | |
| 30 March 2026 | Hong Kong, China | In Port |
| 31 March 2026 | At Sea | |
| April 2026 | ||
| 01 April 2026 | Nha Trang, Vietnam | In Port |
| 02 April 2026 | At Sea | |
| 03 April 2026 | Singapore | In Port |
| 04 April 2026 | Singapore | In Port |
| 05 April 2026 | At Sea | |
| 06 April 2026 | Penang, Malaysia | In Port |
| 07 April 2026 | Phuket, THAILAND | In Port |
| 08 April 2026 | At Sea | |
| 09 April 2026 | At Sea | |
| 10 April 2026 | Chennai, India | In Port |
| 11 April 2026 | At Sea | |
| 12 April 2026 | At Sea | |
| 13 April 2026 | Cochin, India | In Port |
| 14 April 2026 | At Sea | |
| 15 April 2026 | At Sea | |
| 16 April 2026 | At Sea | |
| 17 April 2026 | Dubai, United Arab Emirates | In Port |
| 18 April 2026 | At Sea | |
| 19 April 2026 | At Sea | |
| 20 April 2026 | Salalah, Oman | In Port |
| 21 April 2026 | At Sea | |
| 22 April 2026 | At Sea | |
| 23 April 2026 | At Sea | |
| 24 April 2026 | At Sea | |
| 25 April 2026 | Aqaba (for Petra), Jordan | In Port |
| 26 April 2026 | Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt | In Port |
| 27 April 2026 | Suez, Egypt | In Port |
| 27 April 2026 | Suez Canal, Egypt | In Port |
| 27 April 2026 | Port Said, Egypt | In Port |
| 28 April 2026 | At Sea | |
| 29 April 2026 | Dardanelles, Turkey | In Port |
| 30 April 2026 | Istanbul, Turkey | In Port |
| May 2026 | ||
| 01 May 2026 | Dardanelles, Turkey | In Port |
| 02 May 2026 | Athens (Piraeus), Greece | In Port |
| 03 May 2026 | At Sea | |
| 04 May 2026 | Valletta, Malta | In Port |
| 05 May 2026 | At Sea | |
| 06 May 2026 | Valencia, Spain | In Port |
| 07 May 2026 | At Sea | |
| 08 May 2026 | At Sea | |
| 09 May 2026 | At Sea | |
| 10 May 2026 | Southampton, United Kingdom | Disembark |
QUEEN ELIZABETH · LIFE AT SEA
Choose your accommodation & dining experience
Queen Elizabeth combines Cunard’s Art Deco-inspired surroundings with a choice of stateroom and suite categories. The accommodation you select also determines your main restaurant, so consider dining as well as the space you want for your journey.
Britannia & Britannia Club
Compare the current stateroom choices and the dining arrangements associated with Britannia or Britannia Club. Discuss cabin position and your preference for an inside room, an ocean view or a balcony where available.
Princess Grill suites
Consider a Princess Grill suite if you prefer suite accommodation with its associated Princess Grill dining experience. Ask for the current category description and compare the full fare with your other choices.
Queens Grill suites
Explore the Queens Grill suite categories and associated Queens Grill restaurant. Confirm the specific suite layout, location and included services for the offer you are considering.
For a longer voyage, think about how you will use your accommodation on sea days. Email Deluxe Cruises for a comparison based on your guest count, preferred dates and budget.
HELPFUL ANSWERS
Questions about this voyage
Is this a confirmed current sailing?
This website contains reference itineraries. The archive year, voyage code and port sequence do not establish current availability. Ask Deluxe Cruises to confirm the operating schedule and available accommodation.
What should I include in my enquiry?
Email info@deluxecruises.com with your preferred ship, dates, guest count and cabin or suite preference. Include this page or voyage reference so we can understand the journey that interests you and respond with current prices and personal advice.
How do I compare a cabin and a suite?
Compare the current category descriptions, location, dining arrangements and total fare. Ask which services and benefits are included in each offer and which require a separate payment.
What should I consider for a luxury world cruise?
Review the duration, embarkation and return ports, balance of sea days and time ashore, travel documents and arrangements before and after the voyage. Compare a full journey with a shorter segment using confirmed schedules.
LET’S PLAN YOUR JOURNEY
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