For those feeling pent-up frustration at the loss of their 2021 world voyages, the good news is that Cunard’s 2022 classic World Voyage on Queen Mary 2 goes on sale today (8 September).
The 104-night voyage, setting sail from Southampton on 10 January and returning on 24 April, will make calls to Greece, Dubai, Sri Lanka, Singapore, Vietnam, Hong Kong, Australia and Bali, Abu Dhabi, Oman, Italy and Portugal. Sailings through the Suez Canal feature on both the outbound journey and return.
The voyage will include overnight stops in Haifa, Dubai, Hong Kong, Sydney and Singapore, plus a late night departure from Colombo.
Cunard president, Simon Palethorpe, said: “Our guests have told us they want memorable destinations which combine intrinsic glamour and heritage. This unique programme spans 16 countries, offering a combined 33 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, which we hope will combine the perfect blend of exploration on shore and relaxation on board.”
The voyage can be split into six sectors and booked individually, tailored to those who want to immerse themselves in the Cunard experience for just a part of the journey.
Palethorpe continued: “It truly is the ultimate exploration of east meets west experienced from the magnificent setting of the world’s only ocean liner, the Queen Mary 2.”
For those taking the full cruise, there will be a welcome on board reception, services of a World Voyage Concierge and use of a private lounge, a gala event ashore and complimentary daily gratuities.
Prices for an inside stateroom for the complete voyage start from £11,499 per person.