Journey through ancient Türkiye, exploring stunning architecture and rich culture – and cruise to Southampton on board Cunard’s newest queen, Queen Anne.
Experience the essence of Türkiye on an enchanting journey through ancient wonders, rich culture and awe-inspiring landscapes. Step back in time as you explore Cappadocia’s magical rock formations, stroll through the grand ruins of Ephesus, marvel at Pamukkale’s gleaming white terraces, and feel the echoes of Troy.
You’ll then fly to Athens for an overnight hotel stay before boarding the Queen Anne, where luxury and adventure unite, for a glamorous 10-night voyage to Southampton. Sail in style with Cunard’s iconic service and refined traditions, enjoying world-class dining and entertainment as you call to sun-kissed Santorini and vibrant Málaga, before returning to England with unforgettable memories.
Your Imagine Holiday Includes
10 night full-board cruise on board Queen Anne
2 night four-star hotel stay in İstanbul at the Sheraton İstanbul City Center with breakfast
İstanbul city tour including the Blue Mosque, Hippodrome Square, Hagia Sophia and Grand Bazaar
London departure – regional flights available
Your Voyage
Your Itinerary
İstanbul promises a living mosaic of cultures, evident in its diverse neighbourhoods and culinary delights. With its rich cultural heritage, architectural marvels and vibrant markets, you’ll experience a captivating fusion of old-world charm and contemporary allure.
Overnight: Sheraton İstanbul City Center
Today, your guide will whisk you on a fascinating city tour. Visit the iconic Blue Mosque, wander Hippodrome Square, enjoy a photo stop at the magnificent Hagia Sophia, and lose yourself the colourful Grand Bazaar.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Overnight: Sheraton İstanbul City Center
Today you’ll transfer to Türkiye’s cosmopolitan capital where you’ll enjoy a day at leisure and an overnight hotel stay. During your time here, you could explore Ankara Castle, admire Atatürk’s Mausoleum and enjoy traditional Turkish cuisine.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Overnight: The Green Park Hotel Ankara
Following a photo stop at Lake Tuz, Türkiye’s second-largest lake known for its stunning salt flats, you’ll then visit a Wine House for a sophisticated wine tasting before arriving in Cappadocia for a two-night hotel stay.
Meals Included: Breakfast and Dinner
Overnight: Crowne Plaza Cappadocia – Nevsehir
Join an optional early morning tour witnessing Cappadocia’s iconic sunrise punctuated with vibrant hot air balloons. Explore the Three Beauties Pigeon Valley, Uçhisar Valley and Pasabag Valley before encountering the Avanos Valley’s Red River, Türkiye’s largest river.
Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch
Overnight: Crowne Plaza Cappadocia – Nevsehir
Today, you’ll visit Sultan Han Caravanserai, a well-preserved example of Seljuk architecture and head to Konya, a city rich in cultural heritage. Here, you’ll explore the Mevlana Museum, the final resting place of Rumi, a renowned Suhi mystic.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Overnight: Grand Hotel Konya
Next, you’ll transfer to Pamukkale, meaning “Cotton Castle” in Turkish. Enjoy tour of a local textile outlet and time at leisure ahead of tomorrow’s tour of the region’s stunning white terraces filled with mineral-rich water.
Meals Included: Breakfast and Dinner
Overnight: Richmond Pamukkale Thermal
Relax on the beaches of Kuşadası or opt for an optional tour of the House of Virgin Mary, believed to be the final residence of Mary, the mother of Jesus. Dine on delicious Mediterranean cuisine as you admire the panoramic vistas of the beckoning horizon and surrounding coastline.
Meals Included: Breakfast and Dinner
Overnight: Elite World Kuşadası
Leaving Kuşadası behind, soar through the skies on a cable car to the Acropolis of Pergamon before reaching Çanakkale. Nestled on the Dardanelles Strait, it promises to be one of the highlights of your trip; here you’ll uncover the history of Troy, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Overnight: DoubleTree by Hilton Çanakkale
Your day begins with a photo stop at the Trojan Horse, before you’ll explore the Gallipoli region. Visit the serene Lone Pine Memorial with views of the 1915 front line and the historic Anzac Cove landing site.
Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch
Overnight: DoubleTree by Hilton Çanakkale
Flying to Athens, you’ll continue your adventure with a one-night hotel stay in preparation for your cruise.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Overnight: Meliá Athens
Today, you’ll step on board Queen Anne, the newest addition to Cunard’s fleet. Delight in signature Cunard experiences unrivalled at sea, from unforgettable Gala Evenings and fascinating Insights talks to sparkling entertainment.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Overnight: Queen Anne
Santorini, where dreams meet reality. Immerse yourself in the enchanting beauty of whitewashed villages, breath taking sunsets, and the Aegean Sea’s azure embrace, and let this island transport you to a realm of pure bliss.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Overnight: Queen Anne
Step into Messina’s captivating realm, where art and history merge. Explore the Museo Regionale’s Caravaggio masterpieces and embrace the ancient grandeur of Sicily’s capital. Let Messina transport you to a world of enchantment and inspiration.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Overnight: Queen Anne
Embrace the sunny enchantment of Málaga, Spain. With its golden beaches, historic sites, and vibrant culture, it’s a city that offers a blend of relaxation and exploration, inviting you to savour the Mediterranean spirit.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Overnight: Queen Anne
Your holiday complete, today you’ll disembark your ship before making your own way home.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Your Tour Highlights
Queen Anne
Designed with distinction, discover a cruise ship that is modern, yet timeless. Cunard Queen Anne’s breathtaking interiors take inspiration from the past to create a sensational new design direction for the future. Every detail has been considered to instil a sense of occasion, and to ultimately give you more choice. Discover a wealth of new experiences on board, set amongst renowned signature spaces from across the fleet. The cruise liner’s beautiful interiors take inspiration from the past, exuding classic Cunard style, while boasting many new considered touches.
Embrace the freedom to do as much or as little as you choose during your Queen Anne cruise. Delight in their world-famous Afternoon Tea, served in the exquisite Queens Room, don your finest attire for your splendid Gala Evening in the Grand Lobby, and escape to the Mareel® Wellness & Beauty sanctuary – a tranquil retreat in which to feel radiant and renewed.
- Tonnage 113,000 tons
- Length 1,060 ft (323.00 m)
Life on board Queen Anne
Step on board Cunard’s newest ship and discover a ship that is modern, yet timeless. Enjoy both exciting new experiences, as well as indulge in Cunard’s much-loved signature venues.
dining
From white-gloved waiter-service Afternoon Tea to the stylish Britannia Restaurant, for a true sense of occasion, Queen Anne is home to several elegant dining venues.
- Britannia Restaurant
- The Lido
- Steakhouse at The Verandah*
- The Golden Lion*
- Dinner at the Lido*
- Al Fresco Dining*
- Britannia Club Restaurant^
- Queens Grill+
- Princess Grill**
Bars & Lounges*
- Commodore Club
- Gin & Fizz
- The Golden Lion
- Queens Room
- Chart Room
- Yacht Club
- Casino
*Available at an additional cost
^Included when staying in a Britannia Club Balcony stateroom
+Included when staying in a Queens Grill Suite
** Included when staying in a Princess Grill Suite
Facilities
Fill your days with active pursuits or cultured activities such as the enriching Insights speaker programme, classical concerts, wine tasting or ballroom dancing.
- Library
- Open-air pool
- Fully-equipped gym
- Traditional Afternoon Tea
- Gala Evenings
- Film screenings
- Planetarium shows
- Deck and board games
- Sports facilities
- Dance classes
- Spa
entertainment
Highlights include signature Cunard entertainment, plus a wealth of new breathtaking experiences.
- G32 Nightclub
- Queens Room
- Empire Casino
- Illuminations
- Royal Court Theatre
Cabins & Suites
Cunard boasts some of the most spacious staterooms at sea, and each one comes with a myriad of services, features, and amenities for you to enjoy.
Balcony (Obstructed View) Prices from £3,999pp
Escape to your own private outdoor space in one of Cunard’s obstructed view Balcony staterooms, where you can sit back and feel the crisp sea air on your skin. Complete with fabulous features and thoughtful amenities, you’ll be sure to be well looked after.
• Half a bottle of sparkling wine on arrival
• 24-hour room service
• Nightly turndown service, including a chocolate on your pillow
• Satellite TV
• Refrigerator
• Tea & coffee making facilities
• An invigorating shower and complimentary Penhaligon’s toiletries
• Bathrobe and slippers
Balcony Prices from £4,299pp
Escape to your own private outdoor space in one of Cunard’s Balcony staterooms, where you can sit back and feel the crisp sea air on your skin. Complete with fabulous features and thoughtful amenities, you’ll be sure to be well looked after.
• Half a bottle of sparkling wine on arrival
• 24-hour room service
• Nightly turndown service, including a chocolate on your pillow
• Satellite TV
• Refrigerator
• Tea & coffee making facilities
• An invigorating shower and complimentary Penhaligon’s toiletries
• Bathrobe and slippers
Club Balcony Prices from £5,499pp
Your generously sized stateroom is the perfect home-away-from-home with features including a desk, charming seating area, king-size bed and a furnished spacious balcony for your to enjoy the sweeping ocean vistas.
• Access to the intimate Britannia Club restaurant with a reserved table throughout your voyage
• Private balcony with seating and sea views
• A king-sized bed, lounge area and desk
• Tea & coffee making facilities and a mini bar
• An invigorating shower and complimentary Penhaligon’s toiletries
• Pillow concierge menu with a variety of types to choose from
• Nightly turndown service, including a chocolate on your pillow
• Sparkling wine to welcome you on board
• Your own steward for the duration of your stay
• Luxury bathrobe and slippers
Grill Suite Prices from £6,999pp
Delight in breathtaking sea views that can be enjoyed from both inside and outside your Grill Suite. A voyage with a Grill Suite reservation will offer a whole new level of indulgence with the extra special touches of fine-dining experiences, and exclusive access to the Grills Lounge and Terrace
- Complimentary room service
- Satellite TV, illy coffee machine and world atlas
- Bathroom with bath and shower
- Complimentary Penhaligon’s toiletries
- Velour robe and slippers
- Nightly turndown service, including a chocolate on your pillow
- A selection of fresh fruit, delivered daily
- Sparkling wine and chocolates to welcome you on board.
- Your own Grills Concierge for the duration of your stay
- A spacious private balcony with table and chairs to relax in
- A seven-pillow concierge menu
- Freedom dining in the Princess Grill restaurant
- Optional in-room dining from the Princess Grill menu
Your Hotel Stays
İstanbul
Sheraton İstanbul City Center (Or Similar)
Sheraton İstanbul City Center is a modern, upscale hotel located in the vibrant heart of İstanbul, Türkiye. Offering contemporary rooms and suites with luxurious amenities, the hotel provides a comfortable and stylish stay for both business and leisure travelers. Guests can enjoy a variety of dining options, a well-equipped fitness center, an indoor pool, and a relaxing spa. With its central location, Sheraton Istanbul City Center is conveniently close to popular attractions such as Taksim Square, the historic Sultanahmet district, and bustling shopping areas, making it an ideal base for exploring the city.
Ankara
The Green Park Hotel Ankara (Or Similar)
The Green Park Ankara Hotel provides a serene escape in Türkiye’s vibrant capital. This upscale hotel combines modern elegance with comfort, offering stylish rooms equipped with contemporary amenities. Guests can enjoy the use of a range of facilities, including a well-equipped fitness centre, a refreshing indoor pool and a relaxing spa. The hotel’s dining options serve delicious local and international cuisine, while the inviting lounge area offers a cosy retreat.
Cappadocia
Crowne Plaza Cappadocia – Nevsehir an IHG Hotel (Or Similar)
Renowned for its impeccable service, Crowne Plaza Cappadocia features beautifully appointed rooms with breathtaking vistas of the iconic fairy chimneys and mesmerising rock formations. Unwind in the rejuvenating spa or savour exquisite dining at the hotel’s acclaimed restaurants. With its prime location near to Göreme National Park and the area’s famous hot air balloon rides, it serves as the perfect gateway to the region’s rich history, vibrant culture, and natural beauty.
Konya
Grand Hotel Konya (Or Similar)
Grand Hotel Konya is a prestigious five-star hotel located in the vibrant city of Konya. Known for its accommodations and exceptional service, the hotel features spacious rooms with modern amenities, multiple dining options offering exquisite cuisine, and extensive leisure facilities including an outdoor pool, fitness centre, and spa. Business travellers benefit from well-equipped meeting rooms and conference halls. Its strategic location provides easy access to Konya’s cultural landmarks, such as the Mevlana Museum, making it a perfect choice for those seeking style, comfort and an excellent location.
Pamukkale
Richmond Pamukkale Thermal (Or Similar)
Richmond Thermal Hotel Pamukkale offers a retreat in the scenic region of Pamukkale, renowned for its thermal springs and travertine terraces. The hotel boasts elegantly furnished rooms, modern amenities, and a range of dining options featuring delicious local and international cuisine. Guests can indulge in the therapeutic benefits of the hotel’s thermal pools, enjoy relaxing treatments at the spa, or explore nearby attractions like the ancient city of Hierapolis. With exceptional service and stunning natural surroundings, it an ideal choice for relaxation and rejuvenation.
Kuşadası
Elite World Kuşadası (Or Similar)
The Elite World Kuşadası epitomises luxury and relaxation in the vibrant coastal town of Kuşadası. This upscale resort offers beautifully designed rooms with modern comforts and stunning views of the Aegean Sea. Guests can indulge in diverse dining options, from gourmet restaurants to casual eateries and unwind at the luxurious spa or by the sparkling pool. The hotel also features direct beach access, providing an ideal spot for sunbathing and water sports.
Çanakkale
DoubleTree by Hilton Çanakkale (Or Similar)
DoubleTree by Hilton Çanakkale offers a blend of modern and historic charm in the heart of Çanakkale. Here, you’ll be welcomed with the signature DoubleTree chocolate chip cookie and can enjoy stylish, comfortable rooms with stunning views of the Dardanelles Strait. The hotel features a range of amenities, including a well-equipped fitness centre, a relaxing spa, and a vibrant restaurant serving delicious local and international cuisine.
Athens
Meliá Athens (Or Similar)
Meliá Athens Hotel stands as a modern haven in the heart of the Greek capital. Its contemporary design, upscale amenities, and convenient location make it a top choice for travellers. The hotel’s well-appointed rooms offer panoramic city views, ensuring a comfortable stay. Culinary delights await at its on-site restaurant and rooftop bar. Situated near cultural landmarks like the Acropolis and Plaka, guests can easily explore Athens’ rich history. With a fitness centre and spa, Meliá Athens combines relaxation and adventure for an immersive Greek experience.
