Tonnage
Tonnage:
70,327.00 Passengers
Passengers:
1,778.00 Entered Service
Entered Service:
Wednesday, 20 September 1967
Queen Elizabeth 2 exudes an ageless glamour that appeals to seasoned voyagers the world over. No wonder so many celebrities have revelled in her ambience of relaxed sophistication and gracious hospitality.
Launched by Her Majesty the Queen in 1967, she has seen practically every record and honour fall at her feet. She’s been a troop carrier, hostess to royalty and witness to history. Nelson Mandela described sailing her as ‘an unforgettable honour and pleasure’.
Take a peak at the treats in store when you live the enduring legend. From lounging to learning, there's so much to relish and discover. It’s time to take your place in her history and sail onboard the world’s most loved ship.
| 963 feet |
| 105 feet, 2.5 inches |
| 117 feet, 5.5 inches |
| 32 feet |
| 204 feet, 1.5 inches |
| 70,327 tonnes |
| 1,778 |
| 1,016 |
| 32.5 knots |
| Diesel electric |
| 9-cylinder 58/64 medium speed turbo-charged diesels driving two 400-ton GEC electric motors. |
| Extra thick steel hull for strength and stability for Atlantic crossings. |
| Four Denny Brown |
| £29,091,000
Since her launch, we have spent 15 times that amount in refitting! |
