Experience an enchanting voyage unlike any other as you embark the regal Queen Mary 2. Indulge in refined cocktails, dance in the Queens Ballroom to the elegant sounds of the orchestra and savour mouth-watering suppers, served on freshly pressed crystal-white linens, by white-gloved waiters. Cunard is the pinnacle of transatlantic luxury cruising.

With so many amenities on board the Queen Mary 2, your days can be as active and lively or as calming and relaxed as you like. You could take a refreshing dip in one of the swimming pools, surrounded by gleaming wooden decking and rejuvenating whirlpools, retreat to the spa, take traditional afternoon tea served by white-gloved waiters or indulge in a spot of retail therapy in the Royal Arcade.

Lying on northern Spain’s rugged coastline in the verdant region of Galicia, this undulating city has beautiful plazas dating back to medieval times. Witness spectacular views of the bay from the hills above the city and sample delicious fresh seafood. Why not take the short trip to the nearby Cies Islands with their white-sand beaches and clear waters that wouldn’t look out of place in the Caribbean.

Fill your days with fascinating talks and lectures led by leading experts and immersive shows in the ship’s planetarium. Queen Mary 2 is also home to an array of elegant bars and lounges to suit every mood – during the day, sip coffee and nibble on croissants in Café Carinthia; enjoy pre-dinner drinks in the Midships Bar; toast friends in the Champagne Bar; and dance the night away at G32.

Visit the inspiring Sagrada Familia with its stained glass, explore exciting food markets or uncover Gaudi’s stunning architecture in vibrant Barcelona. This is a city where architecture and art merge together; a melting pot of creativity, this city is a marvel to walk through. Visit Las Ramblas, the walkway at the heart of the city and be sure to sample traditional tapas.

A renowned port city in southern France, Marseille has been a crossroads of immigration and trade since its founding by the Greeks circa 600 B.C. At its heart is the Vieux-Port (Old Port), where fishmongers sell their catch along the boat-lined quay. The Basilique Notre-Dame-de-la-Garde is an essential Romanesque-Byzantine church, while modern landmarks include Le Corbusier’s influential Cité Radieuse complex and Zaha Hadid’s CMA CGM Tower.

Livorno serves at the gateway to the Tuscan cities of Florence and Pisa with its iconic Leaning Tower. Don’t just admire it from the ground, climbing the tower is a once-in-a-lifetime experience and you’ll enjoy fantastic views from the top. There are many other beautiful buildings to explore around the tower in the Square of Miracles, including the white and grey marble cathedral.

Your cruise ends in Civitavecchia where you’ll disembark and transfer to Florence for your hotel stay. The Tuscan capital is an achingly romantic city of medieval architecture and art, with a magnificent city centre that has been designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Regarded by many as the birthplace of the Renaissance movement, it’s home to the superb Uffizi Gallery, home to works by Michelangelo and Leonardo da Vinci. Other sights include the Duomo, a cathedral with a striking terracotta-tiled dome, the illustrious Ponte Vecchio and Piazzale Michelangelo which boasts panoramic views of the city.

Transfer to Lake Maggiore for your two-night hotel stay. Located just south of the Alps, Lake Maggiore is the second-largest lake in Italy and extends into Switzerland. It’s characterised by colourful fishing villages, the tiny Borromean Islands off its south-western shore and the delicious cuisine found in the villages around it. Blessed with a mild climate all year round, the surrounding landscapes burst with a mesmerising array of Mediterranean vegetation and exotic plants.

Today you’ll enjoy a picturesque train journey from Domodossola to Locarno. This unforgettable experience will take you through the stunning Centovalli, or “One Hundred Valleys”, as you pass by deep gorges and crevices with cascading waterfalls, as well as across alpine meadows, numerous bridges and forests of chestnut trees. Upon arriving on the Swiss shores of Lake Maggiore, you’ll enjoy some time to embrace the atmospheric surroundings and explore the treasures within.

Your next stop will be the magnificent Lake Como where you’ll enjoy a two-night hotel stay. Also known as Lario, Lake Como is a lake of glacial origin in Lombardy and is the third-largest lake in Italy. Favoured by many A-List celebrities, Lake Como is an upscale resort area known for its dramatic scenery, beautiful villages and extravagant villas. Wander the waterfront towns and villages, such as Varenna and Bellagio, to soak up la dolce vita.

Today you’ll embark the iconic Bernina Express for a train journey to St. Moritz, passing through the Poschiavo Valley and the Engadin in Switzerland. Enjoy incredible sights of majestic mountains and quaint little towns as you trundle over the dizzying Brusio spiral viaduct, past Puschlaversee, over Alp Grum and onto the magical Bernina Pass. Before reaching St. Moritz, you’ll savour spectacular views of Lake Bianco and the snow-clad Morteratsch Glacier.

In Lake Garda, the largest lake in Italy, you’ll enjoy this magical stretch of water during a three-night hotel stay. The lake’s southern region has olive groves, Romanesque architecture and lakeside beaches, while the north is characterised by its dramatic scenery, hemmed in by the majestic Alps and rolling vineyards. Glide across the glassy lake on a boat tour, wander the pretty towns, or you could embark on a delicious wine tasting in Bardolino.

Two days at leisure are yours to explore this fascinating lake. Pay a visit to magical Sirmione, blessed with thermal springs, a water-side castle and the ruins of a Roman villa. Nature lovers could enjoy a day walking in the hills and admiring the jaw-dropping views over the lake, or perhaps taking a boat out to another town on its shores. You could also delve into history at Riva del Garda with its cobblestone streets and pretty waterfront backed by soaring mountains.

Welcome aboard the luxurious Venice Simplon-Orient-Express – quite possibly, a train like no other. Savour the exquisite details of its plush décor, from the mosaic floors of the bathrooms to the Lalique glass and warmly lit glow of your wood-panelled carriage. Once you’ve boarded the train, glide serenely through the European countryside towards England. And whilst passing through stunning alpine scenery, you’ll feast on a sumptuous three-course lunch and four-course dinner served by liveried waiters in the restaurant car.

Having been transported to an era of timeless nostalgia and glamour, the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express will come to a halt in London, where you will return home with memories you’ll treasure for a lifetime.