Mediterranean, Greece and Turkey Cruise

Day 1 - 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 2 - At Sea

Day 3 - Messina Strait (Transit)

Day 4 - At Sea

Day 5 - 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 6 - Dardanelles (Transit)

Day 7 - 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 8 - 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 9 - Dardanelles (Transit)

Day 10 - 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 11 - 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 12 - At Sea

Day 13 - 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 14 - Messina Strait (Transit)

Day 15 - 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.

Day 16 - At Sea

Day 17 - Majorca

Arrive: Sun 17 October 2027 / Depart: Sun 17 October 2027

Stretch your legs on a palm-lined seafront promenade where stylish shops boast their wares and bar clientele settle back in their chairs with a hard few hours of people-watching ahead. Blissful!

Day 18 - Ibiza

Arrive: Mon 18 October 2027 / Depart: Mon 18 October 2027

This island is small, but packed full of stunning sights and places to explore. With active nightlife and beautiful beaches to discover, a visit to Ibiza is sure to be a fond memory for years to come. Your guide to Ibiza. This iconic island destination was reputedly founded as early as 654BC by Phoenician settlers, and its rocky peaks combine beautifully with the azure waters of the Mediterranean Sea. Though the city is renowned for its club culture and electronic dance music scene, Ibiza has a wealth of cultural and historic riches to offer. Large portions of the island are protected as World Heritage Sites and the Renaissance walls of the Old Town are among few examples of their type left in the world. You’re sure to feel the intoxicating energy of Ibiza, whether you’re peering over ancient fortifications or sunbathing on internationally esteemed beaches.

Day 19 - Cartagena, Spain

Arrive: Tue 19 October 2027 / Depart: Tue 19 October 2027

A historic and major naval station located in the Region of Murcia by the Mediterranean coast of southeastern Spain, Cartagena’s multi-faceted beauty is thanks to centuries of often-turbulent change. Cartagena enjoys a unique artistic heritage, with landmarks such as the Roman Theatre, an abundance of Phoenician, Roman, Byzantine and Moorish remains, and many delightful Art Nouveau buildings.

Day 20 - At Sea

Day 21 - Lisbon

Arrive: Thu 21 October 2027 / Depart: Thu 21 October 2027

Portugal's capital spreads its ancient sites on seven hills overlooking the Tagus River. Atop the highest hill, St. George's Castle overlooks the city. Balconies ablaze with geraniums and wrought iron lamps light up the medieval Alfama quarter. Sorrowful fados ring out from cafés in the Alto. Shoppers browse in the affluent Chiado district. A short drive away, deposed royalty once lived out their days in the opulent palaces of Estoril and Sintra.

Day 22 - At Sea

Day 23 - At Sea

Day 24 - Southampton

Arrive: Sun 24 October 2027 / Depart: Sun 24 October 2027

Step aboard in Southampton & straight into that holiday feeling. No flights, no hassle. Just the excitement of the days ahead and the promise of memorable moment. So, relax and raise a toast as the UK drifts from sight. Before you know it, you'll be watching your destination come into view. But where will it be ?