Cunard's Grand South American Voyage

Today, make your own way to the airport for your outbound flight to Fort Lauderdale, Florida, USA.

Upon arrival, a transfer is provided to your hotel for your two-night city stay.

Please note: Due to flight scheduling and availability, some departures may occur on day 0. Affected customers must be available to depart the day before. Flight times will be indicated on your final documents, issued 4-6 weeks before departure.

Overnight: Renaissance Fort Lauderdale Marina Hotel or similar, Fort Lauderdale, USA.

Meals included: In-Flight

Your gateway to the warming charm of South Florida’s Gold Coast, this stretch of fort-laden land is home to a wonderfully eclectic mix of metropolitan neighbourhoods, lavish mansions, and the expansive and untamed Everglades.

Fort Lauderdale is world-famous for its magnificent beaches, waters ports, retail, plus its canals and marina. Relaxing on the golden sands is a popular pastime, but there’s no shortage of alternatives.

Port Everglades houses a buzzing cultural hub, including several fascinating museums such as The Museum of Discovery & Science and the NSU Art Museum. Take a trip back in time at The Bonnet House Museum and Gardens, an ornate plantation-style mansion with 35 acres of stunning estate grounds and an impressive art collection housed within.

You could take a trip to the bustling metropolitan city of Miami, around 45 minutes away by car. There you can sample a rich Cuban coffee as you stroll around Little Havana, maybe paying a visit to the Maximo Gomez Park and Calle Ocho Walk of Fame. Admire the iconic Art Deco flair of the buildings around Miami’s famous South Beach or perhaps come face-to-face with wild animals at one of Miami’s numerous animal parks.

Please note: The activities mentioned above are suggestions and are not included. Additional charges may apply.

Overnight: Renaissance Fort Lauderdale Marina Hotel or similar, Fort Lauderdale, USA.

Meals included: None

After check-out and at the appropriate time, a transfer is provided to the port to board Cunard's stunning Queen Anne.

Once on board, take the remainder of the day to explore this amazing ship.
Fort Lauderdale port guide: Popularly referred to as the “Venice of America”, thanks to its intricate network of man-made canals and inlets, Fort Lauderdale has shrugged away from its spring break background and emerged as a luxurious cruise destination.

In Port Everglades, discover long stretches of soft, sandy beaches, perfect to spend a relaxing afternoon lounging, as you listen to the warm waves of the Atlantic Ocean lap at the shore.

Overnight: Cunard's Queen Anne

Meals included: Dinner

An at-sea day aboard Cunard's Queen Anne is the perfect chance to step onto the dance floor and embrace one of Cunard's most cherished traditions.

Guests can join dance classes led by professional instructors, learning everything from ballroom favourites to Latin rhythms in a fun and welcoming atmosphere.

Whether you're a complete beginner or an experienced dancer, these sessions offer a wonderful way to build confidence, meet fellow travellers and prepare for an elegant evening of dancing to live music onboard.

Overnight: Cunard's Queen Anne

Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

Forming a British Overseas Territory, this archipelago consists of around 40 low-lying islands southeast of the Bahamas.

Grand Turk is the second most populated, even at scarcely seven square miles. The oldest known residents were the Arawak-speaking Taino people, and it is believed they traded salt which formed naturally when the seawater entered shallow inland ponds and evaporated in the sun. Indeed, British colonists from Bermuda arrived in the late seventeenth century to collect the salt, and they modified the system.

There’s still plenty of evidence of the low stone walls used to compartment off the salt pans across the islands, not least at the Salt House museum next to Town Salina.

Overnight: Cunard's Queen Anne

Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

Overnight: Cunard's Queen Anne

Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

Overnight: Cunard's Queen Anne

Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

A town steeped in history, surrounded by an abundance of natural beauty with plenty to see and do, Bridgetown is the perfect location to enjoy a generous helping of Caribbean charm and culture. Sitting on the southwestern side of the island of Barbados, Bridgetown is a lively and bustling gateway to the wider treasures the island holds.

From sun-kissed beaches, underground caverns, and glass-like lagoons, to emerald jungles and vast historic plantations, Barbados is a paradise just waiting to be explored.

Overnight: Cunard's Queen Anne

Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

Overnight: Cunard's Queen Anne

Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

Overnight: Cunard's Queen Anne

Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

Overnight: Cunard's Queen Anne

Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

Overnight: Cunard's Queen Anne

Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

On the north shore of Brazil’s ‘shoulder,’ Fortaleza is a pleasant palm-lined city and the capital of the Ceara state. It looks out into the Atlantic from a long stretch of beautiful, sandy coast.

The first European settlers here were Dutch, and they built the five-pointed, star-shaped Fort Shoonenborch in 1649 after defeat at the hands of local people and the Portuguese.

In 1654, the Dutch left, and the fort was renamed Fortaleza de Nossa Senhora da Assuncao; the area around it was to grow into Brazil’s fifth largest city. The citadel itself remains, its low-rise whitewashed walls adorned with cannons and palm trees.

Overnight: Cunard's Queen Anne

Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

Overnight: Cunard's Queen Anne

Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

Overnight: Cunard's Queen Anne

Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

Pastel facades, cobbled streets, intoxicating music and mouth-watering cuisine... This is what awaits you as you step off your Cunard Queen and into the bustling city of Salvador de Bahia. Everywhere you turn you’ll encounter echoes of the city’s colonial past, complemented by vibrant influences from African culture; most notably in the kaleidoscope of music, food, dance, and entertainment on offer.

Overnight: Cunard's Queen Anne

Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

Overnight: Cunard's Queen Anne

Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

The beachy resort of Armacao dos Buzios, or simply Buzios, is set on an ocean peninsula east of Rio de Janeiro, and is famed as a premium and stylish holiday destination for beach and surf fans alike.

Ferradura Beach sits in a calm horseshoe bay, offering water sports, while Geriba is a popular surfing site. Among the resort’s village streets, visit cobbled Rua das Pedras for dining and nightlife.

Overnight: Cunard's Queen Anne

Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

Enjoy this extended overnight stay in Rio De Janeiro allowing guests to experience the vibrant parades of the Rio Carnival.

A land bursting with natural beauty, exhilarating energy, golden beaches and urban vibrancy, a cruise to Rio de Janeiro is certainly an unforgettable experience. The outstretched arms of the world-famous Christ the Redeemer welcome you to a city rich in culture and a kaleidoscope of sights, sounds, aromas, and tastes that invigorate the senses.

From mountain peaks to lush emerald rainforests, the dramatic landscape is a postcard-perfect backdrop for the vibrant city that stretches out before it.

Please note: Guests who are interested in Rio de Janeiro's Carnaval 2027 activities are advised to book tickets online well in advance to secure their place.

Overnight: Cunard's Queen Anne

Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

Spend your day exploring the dramatic landscapes around Rio de Janeiro, discovering unique boutiques along the vibrant city streets, or perhaps relaxing on the iconic Ipanema beach.

Sample all kinds of Brazilian delicacies and mingle with the locals, or find a spot to dance or simply listen to the energetic sounds that provide the intoxicating heartbeat of the city.

Overnight: Cunard's Queen Anne

Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

Home to one of the world’s largest urban populations and hosting an enticing fusion of residents from over 200 different countries, Sao Paulo is simply a cultural extravaganza.

Vibrant Sao Paulo stretches out across a vast plateau in the Brazilian Highlands, and is the largest city in the southern hemisphere. It’s Brazil’s dynamic financial centre, and brimming with cultural diversity, comprising residents from over 200 different countries, it brandishes its own distinctive style of Brazilian culture.

Please note: Santos is located approximately 75–80 kilometres from central Sao Paulo.

Overnight: Cunard's Queen Anne

Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

Overnight: Cunard's Queen Anne

Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

Overnight: Cunard's Queen Anne

Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

Montevideo is Uruguay’s historic and vibrant capital city, home to nearly half the nation’s population. With its diverse and energising metropolitan environment, Montevideo boasts an array of attractions and activities to explore. Montevideo Bay has long protected ships thanks to its natural shape. Today, this makes for an ideal location for the port, serving as a gateway for both trade and tourism.

Welcoming guests from all over the world, Montevideo is a friendly city with a calming atmosphere and Latin American charm, as well as being Uruguay’s cultural, political and economic centre. The city is peppered with historic monuments, museums and architecture alongside chic shops, casinos, fine dining and miles of sandy beach.

Overnight: Cunard's Queen Anne

Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

Buenos Aires is the cosmopolitan capital city of Argentina, located on South America’s southeastern coast. Combining rich architectural and cultural heritage with contemporary attractions and exciting nightlife, in Buenos Aires you can experience both traditional and modern highlights.

Located in the heart of the city, the port at Buenos Aires is close to shops, restaurants, and hotels. Many restaurants at the port have dedicated cyberspaces with Wi-Fi.

Overnight: Cunard's Queen Anne

Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

Buenos Aires port is based along the Rio de la Plata estuary. When you arrive, you’re sailing into the heart of the city. Founded by the Spanish navy in 1580, until the 19th century Buenos Aires port was a natural harbour with little infrastructure. By 1925, however, Buenos Aires port was the largest port in the southern hemisphere. Today, Buenos Aires Port is a major seaport in Argentina that welcomes thousands of tourists each year.

Overnight: Cunard's Queen Anne

Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

After a two-night stopover in this amazing city, it's time to bid farewell to Buenos Aires.

Overnight: Cunard's Queen Anne

Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

Overnight: Cunard's Queen Anne

Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

Discover a small slice of Wales in Argentina. Somewhat unexpectedly, this Argentinean resort is named after a Welsh baron, one of a number who left their home country during the Industrial Revolution, due to the economic impact it had on rural communities.

While Puerto Madryn has roots from the British Isles, the scenery is unmistakably Patagonian, with sweeping vistas and colonies of sea lions and penguins.

Overnight: Cunard's Queen Anne

Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

Overnight: Cunard's Queen Anne

Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

Overnight: Cunard's Queen Anne

Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

Argentina's Ushuaia is the capital of the Tierra del Fuego archipelago.

This enchanting city is surrounded by spectacular snow-capped mountains and waterways, and is widely thought of as the gateway to Antarctica. On a cruise to Ushuaia, you’re well on your way to some of the world’s most stunning sights and experiences.

Famously referred to as ‘The End of the World City’, Ushuaia port is surrounded by the Martial Mountains and the Beagle Channel. It’s from here that many boats set sail for Antarctica. On visiting Ushuaia, you’ll be met with staggering sea, mountain, and forest views at just about every turn. It truly is one of the world’s most unique cities.

In addition to being a strategic explorer’s hub, Ushuaia is peppered with colourful buildings made from all shapes, sizes, and materials. These house plenty of things to see, do, eat and drink.

Overnight: Cunard's Queen Anne

Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

Journey to the edge of the Earth on a cruise past the fabled Cape Horn.

At the southernmost tip of South America, Cape Horn lies off the coast of Chile on Hornos Island. Nestled amongst the dramatic landscape of the Tierra del Fuego archipelago, Cape Horn is the point at which the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans meet and has earned its place in historical tales and contemporary intrigue.

On a cruise by of Cape Horn, you’ll see natural beauty you’ll never forget, plus, perhaps you’ll be treated to a display of marine wildlife while you relax on deck with a drink. Days spent here bring all kinds of new adventures.

Witness the exact location where two oceanic superpowers meet, the Atlantic Ocean and the Pacific Ocean. As the oceans mingle, they create powerful currents that, depending on the time of year, can produce both spectacular waves and mysteriously calm waters. It’s a unique experience that you’ll no doubt recount to friends for years to come.

Overnight: Cunard's Queen Anne

Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

Punta Arenas is the official gateway to the Chilean Patagonia.

From the dramatic backdrop of the Andes Mountains to the penguin colonies of Magdalena Island, there’s no shortage of natural splendour to behold on a cruise to Punta Arenas.

Located at the southern tip of Chile, this vibrant city is home to a unique blend of Chilean and European cultures. You’ll see this reflected in the picturesque mix of buildings lining the bustling city streets, as well as the museums and galleries seeded throughout town. Venturing just a short distance beyond the city immerses you in breathtaking scenery, making Punta Arenas a perfect destination for nature lovers and urban explorers alike.

Overnight: Cunard's Queen Anne

Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

Sailing the Amalia Glacier is your unique journey into Chile’s pristine wilderness of sparkling waters, snow-capped peaks, majestic forests, and spectacular blue-tinged glaciers.

The soothing silence is interrupted only by the occasional warble of a cormorant as you glide through narrow fjords, passing towering ice-flows and snow-dusted mountaintops.

Sometimes called Skua Glacier, Amalia is a tidewater glacier, meaning that it flows through a valley and ends in the ocean. It is located in Bernardo O'Higgins National Park, which is the largest protected area in Chile, named after the republic’s first head of state.

Cruising past the glacier will allow passengers to see it up close and take in the rugged ice’s majestic beauty.

Glacier ice is unlike regular ice, stretching and bending instead of shattering and breaking and, perhaps most strikingly, has a bright blue appearance. This is because the sheer weight of a glacial mass means that the bubbles of air that are normally present in ice are compressed out of it, making it more dense and lending it that brilliant blue colour.

Lucky passengers may be able to spot wildlife during their Amalia Glacier cruise. Curious dolphins can often be seen frolicking alongside the ship, and cormorants look down on the stunning scene from the air. This natural habitat is also home to otters and the Andean condor, which is part of the vulture family.

Overnight: Cunard's Queen Anne

Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

Pio XI Glacier in the Chilean fjords is the only glacier that is growing rather than shrinking. Its frontage stretches over two miles, and you may see and hear huge chunks of ice calving into the sea.

Overnight: Cunard's Queen Anne

Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

Overnight: Cunard's Queen Anne

Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

Standing almost at the halfway point of Chile’s famously long coastline, Puerto Montt is the gateway to the country’s Lake District. National parks, glacial lakes, and mountain ranges are just some of the stunning natural scenery you can explore on a voyage here. In addition, Puerto Montt boasts a rich German heritage, with notable German-style architecture and influences.

Lying at the head of Reloncaví Sound / Bay, Puerto Montt is a bustling centre of fishing and agriculture, wrapped in the culture and architecture left behind by early German settlers. Named in honour of Chilean president Jose Manual Montt, Puerto Montt’s German influences are so ingrained that stepping ashore here can easily feel as though you’ve arrived in Bavaria. A picture of Chilean-German charm, the city’s architecture, lakes, and narrow fjords will have you reaching for your camera time and again.

Overnight: Cunard's Queen Anne

Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

Overnight: Cunard's Queen Anne

Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

In the Chilean capital, grand colonial buildings stand proudly among glass skyscrapers and elegant parks. In the distance, the snow-dusted Andes provide a dramatic backdrop to it all. Santiago was founded in 1541 by the Spanish conquistador Pedro de Valdivia. It’s been Chile’s first city since its colonial days, and the central district is a hub of nineteenth-century neoclassical architecture.

An obvious starting point is Plaza de Armas, with its twin-spired Metropolitan Cathedral, the magnificent Correo Central, which was the old city post office, and the National Museum of History, whose bell tower offers an elevated viewpoint. It was always intended to be a focal point, and a hive of activity still unfolds around the statues and fountains. Local chess players pit their wits against each other on many afternoons, street performers attract crowds with their routines, and you may even see demonstrations of the Cueca, Chile’s national folk dance.

Please note: San Antonio is roughly 115 kilometres (a 1.5-hour drive) from Santiago and 80 kilometres from Valparaíso.

Overnight: Cunard's Queen Anne

Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

When you berth in San Antonio, you’re also only around 40 miles from Valparaiso. The port has won plenty of admirers for its rolling hills, where steep funiculars climb among the charming jumble of multi-coloured houses, and its historic quarter has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2003.

Santiago has its scenic spots too, not least the Cerro San Cristóbal. It’s one of the ‘island hills’, and you can understand what that means once you’ve ridden the funicular up almost 1,000 feet and look down over the sea of buildings and parks laid out below. Here you’ll share the view with a statue of the Virgin Mary, some 2,800 feet above sea level. Another scenic spot is the Cerro Santa Lucía, with its beautifully terraced gardens looking across to the Andes.

Please note: San Antonio is roughly 115 kilometres (a 1.5-hour drive) from Santiago and 80 kilometres from Valparaíso.

Overnight: Cunard's Queen Anne

Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

Welcome to up-and-coming Coquimbo. Halfway down the long strip that is Chile, this working port city on the Pan American Highway is making a name for itself, especially when it comes to the nightlife. The elegant 19th-century English Quarter is beautiful by day, whereas the Aldunate area is where to be at night, full of bars and nightclubs where you can watch or partake in South American dancing. Stroll the fish market along Coquimbo Bay or the fishing jetty for some delicious fresh seafood with a glass of piscola, the hand-distilled pisco spirit made from the muscatel grapes of the Elqui Valley, mixed with cola.

Overnight: Cunard's Queen Anne

Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

Overnight: Cunard's Queen Anne

Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

Overnight: Cunard's Queen Anne

Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

As well as being blessed with amazing archaeological treasures, including the oldest mummies in the world, Arica attracts international acclaim for its fine wines and truly world-class surfing waves. Known by Chileans as ‘city of the eternal spring’, Arica has been an important port since Spanish colonial rule in the 1500s, and has plenty to offer in terms of historic sites and places to visit. With warm, dry summers and long, cool winters, the city's delicious and imaginative cuisine reflects the abundance of fresh, local ingredients from the exotic fruit-filled valleys and olive groves of Azapa and Lluta.

Overnight: Cunard's Queen Anne

Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

Overnight: Cunard's Queen Anne

Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

To the conquistadores, this was the ‘City of Kings’ and its colonial majesty still dominates the heart of Peru’s capital. Dramatic cliffs, golden beaches and varied cuisine are among its other riches. An undoubted highlight of Lima is the Plaza Mayor in its centre. It’s filled with grand colonial buildings, some of which date from the 16th century, such as The Government Palace, which occupies almost the whole north side of the square. Other impressive landmarks include the Archbishop’s Palace and the twin-towered baroque cathedral.

Overnight: Cunard's Queen Anne

Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

For all its architectural gems, Lima’s culinary reputation is flourishing and tells its own story of the city. Ceviche is a Pacific Coast staple, the spicy lime marinated seafood, along with chupe de camarones, or shrimp soup. The influences of Spanish, Italian and Japanese cuisine are also widely evident, while 'chifa' is a popular Peruvian-Chinese fusion.

Overnight: Cunard's Queen Anne

Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

Overnight: Cunard's Queen Anne

Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

Overnight: Cunard's Queen Anne

Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

Overnight: Cunard's Queen Anne

Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

The fast-growing city of Fuerte Amador lies at the Pacific end of the Panama Canal, on a peninsular jutting out from Balboa. It has a pleasing marina, with Panama City on the other side of Ancon Hill. Fuerte Amador is for relaxation and shopping, but if you need more excitement you can easily head into Panama City to explore its atmospheric old quarter, Casco Viejo.

Overnight: Cunard's Queen Anne

Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

Overnight: Cunard's Queen Anne

Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

If you are interested in maritime engineering or iconic journeys, this should be high up your list of must-sails. This legendary canal is steeped with intrigue and blessed with ever-changing scenery. As you pass through the locks at either side of Gatun Lake, you’re slowly rising to, and dropping from, 26 metres above sea level, avoiding the lengthy alternative route via Cape Horn.

Overnight: Cunard's Queen Anne

Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

Overnight: Cunard's Queen Anne

Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

Capital of the Dutch island Aruba, Oranjestad is a seaport located on the western coast of the Caribbean Sea. A charismatic yet rugged city, with a rustic edge, it oozes culture, authenticity and charm. As the main passenger port of Aruba, Oranjestad is where your feet will first meet the vibrant streets of this Caribbean Island. Admire the characterful skyline upon arrival, taking in the pretty rows of candy-coloured buildings.

As you explore this unique capital city, you’ll encounter an array of bustling restaurants, art galleries, museums, historical sites and of course, white sandy beaches.

Overnight: Cunard's Queen Anne

Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

Overnight: Cunard's Queen Anne

Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

Overnight: Cunard's Queen Anne

Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

After breakfast this morning, it's time to disembark, where a Cunard coach transfer is arranged to the airport for your departure flight home.

Meals included: Breakfast; In-Flight

Meals included: None

Welcome home!

Meals included: None