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Celebrate the festive season at sea with Cunard
There is something truly special about spending Christmas aboard a Cunard ship. Sailing from Southampton, you can swap your traditional festive routine for the elegance of an iconic Cunard voyage, complete with beautifully decorated decks, gourmet festive menus, carol concerts, and sparkling evening entertainment. With many sailings covering both Christmas and New Year, it is the perfect way to see in the season in style.
Choose from a range of festive itineraries across Cunard’s four-ship fleet. Queen Mary 2 offers Caribbean celebrations via a Transatlantic crossing, while Queen Victoria and Queen Elizabeth sail to the Canary Islands and Caribbean for warm-weather festivities. Queen Anne, Cunard’s newest ship, also joins the festive programme with her own Canary Islands sailing, bringing a fresh sense of occasion to the season.
Onboard, every detail reflects Cunard’s White Star Service. Expect black-tie gala dinners on Christmas Day, afternoon tea with a festive twist, and entertainment ranging from West End-calibre shows to intimate live music at the Golden Lion. For many guests, a Cunard Christmas cruise becomes an annual tradition.
Our Voyage Consultants can help you choose the right ship, itinerary, and cabin for your festive voyage. We also offer tailor-made cruise-and-stay packages with added hotel nights, transfers, and extended programmes if you want to make the most of your trip. You’ll also have the peace of mind that every booking with us is ABTA and ATOL protected.
You can browse our latest Cunard Christmas cruise deals below, or call us on 0800 008 6677 to discuss availability. Alternatively, simply submit an online enquiry for your preferred Xmas sailing.
Deals
12 nights 
Queen Victoria
Where do Cunard Christmas cruises sail?
All Cunard Christmas cruises depart from Southampton, making them a convenient choice for UK travellers with no flights required. Where you sail depends on which ship you choose, and each offers a distinct festive experience.
Queen Mary 2 takes the grandest route, crossing the Atlantic to the Caribbean. Her Transatlantic crossing is an event in itself, with days at sea to enjoy the festive build-up before arriving in warmer waters for Christmas and New Year. For guests who want the full ocean liner experience during the holidays, there is nothing quite like it.
Queen Victoria and Queen Elizabeth both offer shorter Canary Islands and Caribbean sailings, typically 12 to 14 nights. These are popular with guests who want sunshine over Christmas without committing to a longer voyage. The Canaries itineraries call at ports such as Tenerife, La Palma, and Madeira, while Caribbean departures visit islands including Barbados and St Kitts.
Queen Anne, Cunard’s newest addition to the fleet, sails her own Canary Islands Christmas itinerary. As the newest ship, she brings a contemporary feel to the festive programme while retaining the classic Cunard elegance guests expect.
With four ships sailing four different routes, there is a Cunard Christmas cruise to suit most preferences and requirements. Our Voyage Consultants can talk you through the differences and help you find the right experience.
Christmas and New Year aboard a Cunard ship
Cunard does Christmas properly. From early December, the ships are dressed for the season with elegant decorations throughout the public spaces, setting the tone for what lies ahead.
Christmas Eve brings carol services and candlelit gatherings, while Christmas Day itself is marked by a black-tie gala dinner with all the trimmings. Expect a traditional turkey dinner with all the festive favourites, complemented by Cunard’s signature wine list and impeccable White Star Service. The afternoon is typically spent enjoying the ship’s entertainment programme, which during the festive period features everything from classical performances to pantomime-inspired shows.
For sailings that span New Year’s Eve, Cunard pulls out all the stops. From a gala evening and a live countdown, to celebrations across the ship’s bars, lounges, and open decks. Seeing in the New Year at sea, whether under Caribbean stars or off the coast of the Canaries, is an unforgettable way to start the year.
Between the celebrations, there is plenty of time to enjoy the ship at your own pace. The spa, the library, the promenade deck, and the daily afternoon tea all provide a welcome contrast to the pace of the festivities. It is this balance of occasion and relaxation that makes a Cunard Christmas feel so different from one spent at home.