Mediterranean, Croatia, Greece and Turkey Cruise

Day 1 - Venice (Trieste)

Arrive: Fri 17 September 2027 / Depart: Fri 17 September 2027

A little slice of eternal Italy that sits between Slovenia and the Adriatic Coast. Trieste is a charming destination which has been furnished decorously by grandeur and royalty through the centuries. The heart of the medieval old city and its neo-classical Austrian quarter offer great expressions of this seaport’s colourful past. The food is divine, the culture vibrant, and ambience quite unique.

Day 2 - At Sea

Day 3 - Dubrovnik

Arrive: Sun 19 September 2027 / Depart: Sun 19 September 2027

Ever visited a 14th century pharmacy? Things have changed a little since then, but it's well worth a look during your visit to a Franciscan monastery. Don't froget to stroll along the promenade and medieval city walls.

Day 4 - Corfu

Arrive: Mon 20 September 2027 / Depart: Mon 20 September 2027

Corfu boasts some of the most stunning scenery in the Greek Isles. Drive along the coastline and through the mountainous interior to see the Achilleon Palace built by the Empress Elizabeth, join in an island celebration and feast, or explore the winding streets of Old Town.

Day 5 - Kefalonia

Arrive: Tue 21 September 2027 / Depart: Tue 21 September 2027

An authentic, rugged and definitely non-touristy Greek island community, Cephalonia’s unspoilt and timeless allure is a wonderful setting for a true love story – including Captain Corelli's Mandolin. The largest of the Ionian islands, Cephalonia is home to just 30,000 residents, living mainly in the coastal towns and resorts. Others live much as they have done for centuries, in remote mountain villages.

Day 6 - Messina Strait (Transit)

Day 7 - Naples, Italy

Arrive: Thu 23 September 2027 / Depart: Thu 23 September 2027

Napoli, as it's known to Italians, has a little bit of everything – ancient churches and universities, stunning parks, and wonderful restaurants. The Duomo is perhaps one of the most beautiful ancient cathedrals in the world. Take time to explore the Palazzo Reale, a palace built at the turn of the 12th century. Or visit the Museo Archeologico Nazionale to see one of the most comprehensive collections of Greco-Roman artefacts anywhere, including an abundance of mosaics from the buried city of Pompei.

Day 8 - Rome

Arrive: Fri 24 September 2027 / Depart: Fri 24 September 2027

Your gateway to the Eternal City, Civitavecchia has served as Rome's seaport since the 13th century. The port has a long and venerable history. The emperor Trajan built a pleasure villa near the modern city, while Bernini and Michelangelo designed the harbor fortifications. Yet the Eternal City eternally beckons. The ancient capital of the Western World and the center of Christianity for nearly 2,000 years, Rome provides an inexhaustible feast. Visit the ruins of the Forum, view the splendors of the Sistine Chapel, or climb the Spanish Steps, once the heart of Rome's Bohemian Quarter. Rome has been a magnet luring the world's greatest artists, architects, and philosophers since the days of the Caesars.

Day 9 - At Sea

Day 10 - Florence/Pisa

Arrive: Sun 26 September 2027 / Depart: Sun 26 September 2027

Tucked into the Ligurian coastline between the cities of Genoa and Pisa, the charming and atmospheric La Spezia is one of Italy’s most important commercial harbours and home to its largest naval base. La Spezia is also the gateway to the UNESCO World Heritage Site Cinque Terre, a collection of five fantasy-like coastal villages perched immaculately on the contours of the coastline.

Day 11 - Genoa

Arrive: Mon 27 September 2027 / Depart: Mon 27 September 2027

If you are beginning or ending your cruise in Genoa, consider leaving some time for shopping in Milan. Perhaps you wish to extend your stay at a fine hotel in Rome or Venice.

Day 12 - Nice (Villefranche)

Arrive: Tue 28 September 2027 / Depart: Tue 28 September 2027

For art lovers, Villefranche is your gateway to museums displaying the works of Matisse and Chagal. From this picturesque port on the French Riviera, indulge in a day trip to fabulous Monte Carlo.

Day 13 - Ajaccio

Arrive: Wed 29 September 2027 / Depart: Wed 29 September 2027

This island famed as Napoleon's birthplace is a perfect summer resort. Explore its fine sandy beaches and deep forests of pine and chestnut, which cover more than half the landscape.

Day 14 - At Sea

Day 15 - Barcelona

Arrive: Fri 01 October 2027 / Depart: Fri 01 October 2027

Glimpse Barcelona's remarkable architecture as you tour the city. Or experience Monsterrat, legendary home of the Knights of the Holy Grail. There's also a host of art galleries, museums and elegant shops to explore.

Day 16 - At Sea

Day 17 - Messina Strait (Transit)

Day 18 - At Sea

Day 19 - Athens

Arrive: Tue 05 October 2027 / Depart: Tue 05 October 2027

Welcome to the “Birthplace of Modern Democracy”, a city whose architectural, art and political triumphs are a universal legacy. Dominating the skyline, the ancient Acropolis is a monument to Western civilization. Discover its perfectly proportioned Parthenon, built during the Golden Age of Peracles, and the Ereichtheon with its maiden columns. Stroll through the ancient columns of the Stoa, where Plato once lectured. Then for lighter fare, come explore the twisting lanes and lively tavernas of the Plaka.

Day 20 - Dardanelles (Transit)

Day 21 - Istanbul

Arrive: Thu 07 October 2027

Begin or end your cruise in the world's only city astride two continents. You will almost certainly want to stay on her shores for a day or two at a hotel, or on a land extension to Capadoccia.

Day 22 - Istanbul

Depart: Fri 08 October 2027

Begin or end your cruise in the world's only city astride two continents. You will almost certainly want to stay on her shores for a day or two at a hotel, or on a land extension to Capadoccia.

Day 23 - Dardanelles (Transit)

Day 24 - Kusadasi

Arrive: Sun 10 October 2027 / Depart: Sun 10 October 2027

Ku?adas? is a beach resort town on Turkey’s western Aegean coast. A jumping-off point for visiting the classical ruins at nearby Ephesus (or Efes), it’s also a major cruise ship destination. Its seafront promenade, marina, and harbor are lined with hotels and restaurants.

Day 25 - Rhodes

Arrive: Mon 11 October 2027 / Depart: Mon 11 October 2027

Red-roofed houses sitting neatly in rows beneath the imposing Grand Balace and the medieval city wall make this one of the Mediterranean's most beautiful towns. Particularly special when bathed in orange light at sunset.

Day 26 - At Sea

Day 27 - Katakolon

Arrive: Wed 13 October 2027 / Depart: Wed 13 October 2027

Katakolon is an attractive port set against a backdrop of rolling mountains, giving way to the Ionian Sea and separating the ocean from the Gulf of Kyparissia. This is a stunning step into the past. From Katakolon, visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site and ancient wonder Olympia, with extensive and well-preserved ruins that include a stadium and temples dedicated to the gods Hera and Zeus.

Day 28 - Messina Strait (Transit)

Day 29 - Rome

Arrive: Fri 15 October 2027 / Depart: Fri 15 October 2027

Your gateway to the Eternal City, Civitavecchia has served as Rome's seaport since the 13th century. The port has a long and venerable history. The emperor Trajan built a pleasure villa near the modern city, while Bernini and Michelangelo designed the harbor fortifications. Yet the Eternal City eternally beckons. The ancient capital of the Western World and the center of Christianity for nearly 2,000 years, Rome provides an inexhaustible feast. Visit the ruins of the Forum, view the splendors of the Sistine Chapel, or climb the Spanish Steps, once the heart of Rome's Bohemian Quarter. Rome has been a magnet luring the world's greatest artists, architects, and philosophers since the days of the Caesars.