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Christmas and New Year's Eve cruises

No matter where you are in the world, Cunard's Christmas and New Year's Eve cruises exude style and sophistication. Imagine infusing the festive season with winter sunshine. Spending sociable days and evenings with friends old and new, all the while being exquisitely looked after.

Christmas cruises from Southampton

185 Anniversary offer

Hamburg, Rotterdam And Bruges, 7 nights, 14 Dec 2025

Discover the decks of Queen Anne on this 7-night voyage. Wander the streets of Rotterdam, discover Hamburg’s famous canals and immerse yourself in Bruges with an overnight call in Zeebrugge.

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£949pp

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$949
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Canary Islands Celebration, 14 nights, 21 Dec 2025

Treat yourself to Christmas on Queen Anne. Wake up on Christmas day to winter sun and bauble-covered trees on board. After, enjoy a New Year’s Eve like no other with an overnight call in Lisbon.

From

£3,319pp

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$3,319
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Bruges And Rotterdam, 5 nights, 14 Dec 2025

Explore the famous Bruges Christmas market with an overnight call in Zeebrugge and enjoy sparkling lights filling the streets. The magic continues on board Queen Anne, decked in her Christmas finery.

From

£969pp

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$969
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A Bellboy pictured on board Cunard's Queen Mary 2 in Southampton

Why spend Christmas with Cunard?

Celebrate the festive season surrounded by Cunard Christmas traditions and good cheer.

Imagine opening your curtains to New York’s iconic skyline or stepping from your stateroom into the warm Caribbean sun. Savour a moment before indulging in afternoon tea and a magical three-course Christmas dinner.
Sparkling lights dancing in bauble-covered trees and champagne served in crystal saucers. That’s Christmas, when you experience it with Cunard.

Celebrate the New Year in style

Welcome in a new year in exceptional fashion with a New Year’s Eve cruise on a Cunard Queen.

Spend the day in port exploring the Christmas markets before setting sail for the evening’s festivities.

Experience the anticipation of midnight drawing ever nearer, and take to the dancefloor at your ship’s magical New Year’s Eve ball, for a spectacular celebration at sea you’ll never forget.

Christmas cruises 2025

185 Anniversary offer

Canary Islands, 14 nights, 30 Nov 2025

Seek a warmer winter in the glorious Canary Islands with this 14-night voyage. Stick your toes into soft white sand on pristine beaches before heading back on board to dine on decadent dishes.

From

£1,479pp

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$1,479
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Canary Islands Celebration, 18 nights, 19 Dec 2025

Celebrate Christmas with a difference on Queen Anne with this 18-night voyage. Enjoy New Year’s Eve in Lisbon with an overnight call before heading for the warm winter climes of the Canary Islands.

From

£5,039pp

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$5,039
per person
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Canary Islands Celebration, 14 nights, 21 Dec 2025

Treat yourself to Christmas on Queen Anne. Wake up on Christmas day to winter sun and bauble-covered trees on board. After, enjoy a New Year’s Eve like no other with an overnight call in Lisbon.

From

£3,319pp

From
$3,319
per person
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Our Cunard festive highlights

Our cruises blend the best of being away with a traditional Christmas back home. Wherever your cruise takes you, carols in the Grand Lobby, mince pies, and visits from Santa are all part of the celebration.

Christmas tree in the Grand Lobby on board Queen Mary 2

The Christmas tree

Where else would we display the centrepiece of the festive season? Our Grand Lobby is the heart of each ship and, every December, home to a beautiful tree adorned with traditional decorations. 

Cunard Christmas card written on board Queen Mary 2 with a Mont Blanc pen.Picture date:  July 2, 2014 .Photograph by Christopher Ison ©07544044177chris @christopherison.com

Seasonal shopping

Browsing the boutiques and stores on board is a world apart from Christmas shopping on shore. It’s a serene experience, with Cunard branded gifts, and a wide range of designer names like Pandora, Tag Heuer and Chanel.

gingerbread houses on display on QM2 . Asset Bank ID 302. Picture date: 15, 12, 2016.Photograph by Christopher Ison © www.christopherison.com

Gingerbread village

One of our favourite festive traditions on board is the gingerbread village. By the time it goes on display, the Chef Patissier will have spent several weeks designing, baking and icing the edible festive scene.

Festive dining and drinks on board

Immerse yourself in the season's enchantment with a festive dining experience on board a Cunard Queen. For voyages over Christmas Day and New Year's Eve, our main dining restaurants will host jubilant festivities, with specially curated dining menus, a merry atmosphere, and all the trimmings.

What’s your Christmas drink of choice? Whether it’s champagne, a cocktail, a special wine or a decadent hot chocolate, we’ve worked with suppliers the world over to ensure you enjoy only the best over the festive season.

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