Cunard Line

Cunard is synonymous with refined cruising, British heritage, and an unmistakable sense of occasion. Known for its grand ocean liners, formal evenings, white-gloved service, and classical entertainment, Cunard offers a sophisticated experience that echoes the golden age of travel.

Highlights

White Star service

Experience attentive, polished service that has been synonymous with Cunard for over a century, ensuring every guest feels valued and cared for.

Formal gala evenings

Celebrate in style with elegant formal nights, where guests can dress up and enjoy fine dining, live entertainment, and a truly special atmosphere.

Afternoon tea traditions

Enjoy a quintessentially British experience with carefully prepared afternoon teas, complete with delicate pastries, finger sandwiches, and a refined ambience.

Enrichment and cultural programming

Lectures, live performances, and destination-focused activities offer guests the chance to learn, engage, and immerse themselves in each port.

Iconic transatlantic heritage

Sail aboard ships steeped in history and tradition, particularly on classic Atlantic crossings that showcase Cunard’s legendary maritime legacy.

Life Onboard Cunard

Dining Onboard

Cunard offers elegant main dining rooms, exquisite specialty restaurants, afternoon tea served by white-gloved waiters, and relaxed venues for casual meals. Expect refined menus, classic flavours, and beautifully presented dishes.

Life & Experience Onboard

Life onboard is graceful and enriching. Think ballroom dancing, theatre shows, string quartets, champagne bars, and lecture programmes. Whether you’re dressed up for a gala evening or enjoying a quiet sea day, the experience feels timeless and luxurious. And with Cunard’s White Star Service, you are promised refined, classic luxury, combining traditional elegance with modern expectations of high-end, personalized care.

Special Amenities & Activities

Cultural talks, libraries, planetarium screenings (exclusively on Queen Mary 2l), wellness areas, art galleries, and afternoon tea lounges create a rich and cultured environment.

Reasons to Sail With Cunard

Cunard offers a refined, traditional cruise experience with a focus on service, elegance, and culture. Guests enjoy timeless traditions such as afternoon tea and formal gala evenings alongside modern amenities. Enrichment programs and cultural activities ensure that every day is engaging, both at sea and in port. Solo travellers and couples can feel at home, whether socialising in lounges or enjoying quiet moments on deck. Cunard’s iconic transatlantic heritage adds a unique sense of history and prestige to every voyage.

Perfect for lovers of tradition

Elegant, heritage-rich atmosphere

Refined service and entertainment

Unique transatlantic experience

Who It’s Best For

Cunard is perfect for guests who appreciate elegance, tradition, and cultured experiences at sea. Couples, mature travellers, and solo guests will enjoy the refined ambiance, formal evenings, and enrichment activities. Solo travellers can take part in organised social events, afternoon teas, and lectures to connect with like-minded passengers. Guests who enjoy classic maritime heritage and iconic transatlantic sailings will feel at home. This line is for those who value sophistication, history, and thoughtful service.

Mature travellers

Couples

Culture enthusiasts

Fans of classical cruising

What's Included

What's included in my cruise fare?

There are 3 fares to choose from, the Cunard Fare, Early Saver and Late Saver fares.

With Cunard Fare you get to choose your cabin number and get first priority for upgrades, dining time & table size in the restaurant, where and if available, and have use of the shuttle bus service provided by Cunard when on shore. On sailings of 7 nights or more you can select one additional benefit free of charge: onboard spending money, car parking at Southampton or return coach transfers on all Southampton roundtrip voyages.

Early Saver is available on selected cruises, at selected times, and is designed for those who want great prices without all the benefits of Cunard Fare. Your cabin number is assigned to you and you get second priority for upgrades and dining times.

Closer to the sailing date, you will also see Late Saver which is a great deal for those who do not mind more restricted Terms and Conditions, such as cabin location and dinner time. Only full payment is allowed for this fare type.

All cruise fares include:

o Flights & Transfers (when booked as a package). All fly-cruise packages by Cunard are financially protected by the ATOL scheme under no 6294. ATOL Certificates are sent following booking confirmation.

o Staterooms: Wherever you wish to explore, there’s a Queens Grill, Princess Grill, Britannia Club or Britannia suite or stateroom to suit you, which includes plenty of thoughtful details to make you feel at home. All en-suite and air-conditioned.

• Your own personal steward or butler* (for Queens Grill suites)

• Nightly turndown service with chocolate

• Satellite TV (with multi-language film and music channels)

• Tea and coffee-making facilities

• Direct-dial telephone

• Refrigerator

• Hairdryer• Safe

• Egyptian cotton bed linen

• Pamper pack

• Daily Shipboard Newspaper and Programme

o Dining:

• Breakfast, lunch and dinner in the main restaurant associated with your stateroom grade

• A self-service buffet restaurant (the Lido or Kings Court) offering breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks

• Complimentary breakfast in your stateroom

• Afternoon tea of sandwiches, cakes and pastries each day

• Tea, coffee, water and fruit juice are available 24 hours a day at the Lido Restaurants on Queen Elizabeth and Queen Victoria, and Kings Court on board Queen Mary 2

• Water during meals and coffee after meals

o Entertainment:

• Productions in the Royal Court Theatre, including light-hearted comedies, serious dramas, Shakespeare classics and spectacular musical productions

• Dancing in the nightclub or Queens Room

• Deck games, board games, and quizzes

• Access to our on board libraries

• A variety of fitness and dance classes

• Live music in many venues, including resident bands to jazz ensembles to classical recitals and soloists

• Film screenings in cinema venues or in your stateroom

• Shows in the planetarium (Queen Mary 2 only)

• Cunard Insights - regular talks on contemporary issues by well-known celebrities, experts and personalities

o Health & Well Being:

• Full use of the sports court for football, deck tennis, basketball and more

• A choice of swimming pools and whirlpool spas

• Fully equipped gym

o Children's Club:

• Full access to the supervised age specific Children's Clubs

• Wide range of entertainment and age specific activities offered day and night

What's not included in my cruise fare?

Incidental expenses, including but not limited to: laundry charges, bar expenses, beauty salon & spa treatments, shore excursions, add-on hotel programmes and some fitness classes
Telephone calls, faxes, internet access (where applicable), emails and selected services through your Interactive TV
Premium soft and alcoholic drinks.
Drinks in your cabin as well as drinks packages & wine collections
Medical consultation & services
Photography
Purchases in the onboard shops
Speciality teas & coffees at all bars
Day and evening entertainment in the casino
Art & Retail purchases
Select Dining restaurants (a cover charge applies)
Gratuities
Local taxes - some destinations may impose local taxes whilst we are within their taxing jurisdiction. For example, it may be necessary to charge tax within the bars and retail areas at certain times throughout a cruise. All prices on-board will be displayed exclusive of this tax which will be charged separately and itemised on your receipt at the point of sale. Information about applicable taxes will be provided to you on-board.
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