Cunard Far East: 12 nights from Southampton with Queen Mary 2
Sep 14, 2025

Cork

For a small town, Cork and full of resources!

Cork is the second largest city in Ireland after the capital Dublin. In recent years the citadel has undergone a major restyling and many restoration works, obtaining the title of European Capital of Culture in 2005. Divided in half by a river, as well as being beautiful it is also easy to get around. We recommend a walk along the banks of the Lee, especially at sunset, it will give you a truly fascinating show. Cork is a port city that has played a primary role in the history of Ireland. Once the transatlantic routes in this area were very numerous. Cobh, located in the back a few kilometers from the city, left thousands of Irish people fleeing from misery from the great famine in the years 1849-1850, a tragic episode that marked the collective memory causing the Irish diaspora in America. The small village is the image of Ireland as a whole, which has become cosmopolitan and attractive in a new look obtained in a few years. The largest zoo in Ireland is located at Fota Island, just 15 minutes from the city center. Patrick Street is a great street ideal for shopping, where you can satisfy your cravings. A little to the left, towards the Lee, you will see the renovated Crawford, an interesting contemporary art gallery. The English Market is a must for the search for local craftsmanship. Fans of pasteurized hops will be happy to know that they can visit the Beamish brewery, even if it is no longer active. Finally, don't miss the other side of the river, the historic church of Saint Anne Shandon (St. Anne's Church, Shandon Church).

Liverpool

Liverpool

Liverpool

Oban

Oban (Scottish Gaelic: An t-Òban) is a town on the west-central coast of Scotland (United Kingdom), overlooking the Firth of Lorne (Atlantic Ocean) and administratively belonging to the county of Argyll (south-west of the Highlands region). The town is a starting point for ferries to some islands belonging to the Inner Hebrides archipelago.

Oban

Oban (Scottish Gaelic: An t-Òban) is a town on the west-central coast of Scotland (United Kingdom), overlooking the Firth of Lorne (Atlantic Ocean) and administratively belonging to the county of Argyll (south-west of the Highlands region). The town is a starting point for ferries to some islands belonging to the Inner Hebrides archipelago.

Invergordon

South Queensferry

Discovering the Charm of South Queensferry

South Queensferry, a small and charming Scottish town near Edinburgh, is an enchanting destination for cruisers. One of the main attractions is the Forth Bridge, an icon of railway engineering that dominates the landscape and is a UNESCO World Heritage site. Walking through the streets of the historic center, you can admire picturesque houses and enjoy the view of the Firth of Forth, with its calm waters and nearby islands. South Queensferry is also a perfect starting point for excursions to Edinburgh Castle and the city itself, which is only a few kilometers away.

Southampton

Southampton is a city positioned in the South of Great Britain and its port is one of the main ports in Europe. From the port of Southamptos it is possible to set sail for a Cunard transatlantic cruise and reach New York, or visit Amsterdam and Belgium with an MSC cruise. The city offers, further to the New Forest National Park, a wide natural park with its suggestive woods, also many museums and art galleries and remarkable architectural works. Noteworthy is King John’s Palace, of Norman origins as well as the old walls with 7 entrances to the city. An evidence of the Victorian Age is Tudor House, collecting objects dated back to that period. For the art lovers, Southampton City Art Gallery offers exhibitions of any kind of art, from drawing to photography with shows that attract many visitors.