Hapag-Lloyd Cruises

Daily Itinerary

1. Day 1

   Istanbul

   Turkey

   

   For more than fifteen centuries, Istanbul has been the pivot upon which empires turned — Byzantium, Constantinople, the Ottoman capital — and nowhere else on earth compresses so much history into a single horizon. The Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, and the Topkapi Palace form an incomparable trinity of architectural genius along the Golden Horn; the Grand Bazaar's four thousand shops offer a sensory immersion unlike any other marketplace. Must-dos include a Bosphorus sunset cruise and a meal of mezze along the waterfront at Karaköy. Spring (April–May) and autumn (September–October) offer the most gracious climate for this inexhaustible city.

2. Day 2

   Istanbul

   Depart 23:00

   Turkey

   

   For more than fifteen centuries, Istanbul has been the pivot upon which empires turned — Byzantium, Constantinople, the Ottoman capital — and nowhere else on earth compresses so much history into a single horizon. The Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, and the Topkapi Palace form an incomparable trinity of architectural genius along the Golden Horn; the Grand Bazaar's four thousand shops offer a sensory immersion unlike any other marketplace. Must-dos include a Bosphorus sunset cruise and a meal of mezze along the waterfront at Karaköy. Spring (April–May) and autumn (September–October) offer the most gracious climate for this inexhaustible city.

3. Day 3

   Dardanelles

   

4. Day 4

   Kusadasi

   Turkey

   

   Kuşadası owes its place on the world's cruise itineraries to one extraordinary proximity: the ancient city of Ephesus, one of the greatest metropolises of the Greco-Roman world, lies just seventeen kilometres from the port. Ephesus — with its two-kilometre marble colonnade, the Library of Celsus, and the Temple of Artemis (one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World) — demands at least half a day of unhurried exploration. The House of the Virgin Mary, a pilgrimage site believed to be where Mary spent her final years, adds a profound spiritual dimension. Kuşadası itself is a lively Aegean resort; the season runs April through October, with May and September offering ideal temperatures and smaller crowds.

5. Day 5

   Marmaris

   Turkey

   

   Marmaris is a Turkish Aegean resort town set in a pine-forested bay, offering an Ottoman castle, vibrant bazaar, and gateway access to the unspoiled Datca Peninsula and the Lycian rock tombs of Dalyan. Must-dos include feasting on meze and grilled fish, exploring the Grand Bazaar, and taking a boat trip to the sea-turtle nesting beach at Iztuzu. May through October offers warm Mediterranean weather and clear waters.

6. Day 6

   Bodrum

   Arrive 08:00Depart 19:00

   Turkey

   

   Bodrum is the site of ancient Halicarnassus and one of the Seven Wonders, now a whitewashed Aegean resort town where the Knights Hospitaller castle houses the world's finest underwater archaeology museum. Visit June or September via Explora Journeys or Virgin Voyages for peninsula village dining, Bronze Age shipwreck treasures, and Turkey's most seductive balance of ancient heritage and contemporary Mediterranean sophistication.

7. Day 7

   Rhodes

   Arrive 08:00

   Greece

   

   Rhodes, Greece's resplendent Dodecanese jewel, merges a UNESCO-listed Medieval Old Town built by the Knights of St. John with sun-soaked Aegean beauty just seven miles from the Turkish coast. Wander the Street of the Knights before tasting *pitaroudia* fritters and local Athiri wine at an Old Town taverna, then take a catamaran to the neoclassical harbor of Symi. The island basks in over 300 days of sunshine annually, with April through June and September through October offering ideal temperatures for exploration without the peak-summer crowds.

8. Day 8

   Symi

   Arrive 08:00Depart 19:00

   Greece

   

   Symi is a tiny Dodecanese island whose harbour of cascading neoclassical mansions in ochre, terracotta, and blue creates one of the most beautiful port approaches in the Aegean. Must-dos include climbing the 500-step Kali Strata for rooftop panoramas, visiting the Panormitis Monastery, and tasting tiny Symi shrimp at a waterfront taverna. Visit June or September for warm seas and crystalline Aegean light.

9. Day 9

   Agios Nikolaos, Greece

   Arrive 08:00Depart 19:00

   Greece

   

   Agios Nikolaos, a gem on Crete's eastern coast, offers a blend of rich history and vibrant local culture. Must-do experiences include savoring traditional Cretan dishes like moussaka and dakos, and exploring the stunning Voulismeni Lake. The best time to visit is during the spring and early autumn months, when the weather is mild and the town is less crowded.

10. Day 10

    Santorini

    Arrive 08:00Depart 19:00

    Greece

    

    Santorini, the ancient volcanic caldera rising from the Aegean, is Greece's most theatrical landscape — a crescentic island of sheer white cliffs plunging into an indigo sea, its clifftop villages of Fira and Oia draped in bougainvillea and culminating in the world's most photographed sunset. The island's unique Assyrtiko wine, grown on ancient ungrafted vines in volcanic pumice, is one of the Mediterranean's greatest expressions of terroir. Byzantine frescoes of extraordinary beauty fill the Prehistoric Museum of Thera. The volcanic black and red sand beaches of Perissa and Perivolos are unlike any others in Greece. April through June and September through October offer the finest conditions.

11. Day 11

    Naxos

    Arrive 08:00Depart 18:00

    Greece

    

    Naxos, Greece is a distinctive port city where deep cultural heritage meets authentic local atmosphere, featured on itineraries by Windstar Cruises. Must-do experiences include walking the historic center to experience the layered architectural heritage, and seeking out the regional culinary traditions at a locally favored establishment away from the port area. The optimal time to visit is May through September, when mild temperatures and long days favor unhurried exploration.

12. Day 12

    Nafplion

    Arrive 07:00Depart 17:00

    Greece

    

    Nafplion, the first capital of modern Greece, is a refined Peloponnesian port town where Venetian architecture, Byzantine churches, and neoclassical elegance converge along one of the Mediterranean's most beautiful waterfronts. Climb the 999 steps to the Palamidi Fortress for commanding views of the Argolic Gulf, then descend for an afternoon tasting Agiorgitiko wines in the nearby Nemean valley. The best months to visit are April through June and September through October, when mild temperatures and fewer crowds allow the town's intimate charm to shine.

13. Day 13

    Piraeus

    Arrive 05:00

    Greece

    

    The port that launched Athenian democracy's naval supremacy at the Battle of Salamis, Piraeus remains Greece's maritime heartbeat — and the most convenient gateway to both the Acropolis and the Aegean island chains. Dine on grilled sea bream at a Mikrolimano harbourside taverna, visit the extraordinary bronze Piraeus Apollo, and set sail for Hydra or Santorini by afternoon. Late April through June and September offer the Aegean at its most golden and uncrowded.

Cabin Categories

Guaranteed Balcony

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S12

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Family Suite

Outside

291 sq ftMax 412

In the family apartment, parents and children live in two separate sections that are connected with each other by a door and via the veranda. Living area: 2× 20 m²; veranda: 2× 7 m² Connecting door between the rooms and verandas. Separate WCs. Free mini bar (beer and soft drinks).

Double or Twin ConfigurationPullman BedLounge AreaShowerBathRoom Service Available+6

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Grand Ocean Suite

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07

Private oasis of wellbeing and stylish relaxation zone – in the Spa Suite, everyday life is nothing but a distant memory. Indulge your body and soul at the highest level – with warm shades and a spa bathroom with panoramic views of the sea. Living area: 42 m²; veranda: 10 m². Bathroom with two washbasins. Separate WC.. Butler service. Daylight in the bathroom. TV in the bathroom mirror. Rain shower with steam sauna. Whirlpool tub. Free mini bar (beer, soft drinks and a selection of high-quality spirits)

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Grand Ocean Suite

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06

Private oasis of wellbeing and stylish relaxation zone – in the Spa Suite, everyday life is nothing but a distant memory. Indulge your body and soul at the highest level – with warm shades and a spa bathroom with panoramic views of the sea. Living area: 42 m²; veranda: 10 m². Bathroom with two washbasins. Separate WC.. Butler service. Daylight in the bathroom. TV in the bathroom mirror. Rain shower with steam sauna. Whirlpool tub. Free mini bar (beer, soft drinks and a selection of high-quality spirits)

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Grand Penthouse Suite

Suite

560 sq ftMax 310

In the Grand Penthouse Suite you can enjoy lavishness at sea and experience an exclusive break of superior quality – on a daybed with view of the endless sea or while taking a bath in the middle of the ocean in your private whirlpool. Living area: 78 m²; veranda: 10 m² Separate living and sleeping areas. Separate dining table. Guest WC. Bathroom with two washbasins. Shower with steam sauna. Whirlpool. Daybed and TV in the bathroom area Spacious walk-in wardrobe Butler service Free mini-bar (beer, soft drinks and a selection of high-quality spirits). Further exclusive service privileges.

Double or Twin ConfigurationShowerWhirlpool BathRoom Service AvailableButler ServiceTV+6

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Guaranteed Suite

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SGO

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S03O

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Guaranteed Suite

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S08

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Guaranteed Suite

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S04V

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Guaranteed Suite

Suite

377 sq ftMax 2SVO3

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Double or Twin ConfigurationLounge AreaShowerWhirlpool BathRoom Service AvailableFree Mini Bar+5

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Guaranteed Suite

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S03V

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Guaranteed Suite

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SVOS

Smart Suite (1-4) Guaranteed Veranda Suite or Ocean Suite

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S02V

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Guaranteed Suite

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S02O

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Guaranteed Suite

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S07

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Guaranteed Suite

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S01V

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Guaranteed Suite

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S05

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Guaranteed Suite

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S01O

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Guaranteed Suite

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S04O

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Guaranteed Suite

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S09

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Guaranteed Suite

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560 sq ftMax 3SGP

Guaranteed Suite

Double or Twin ConfigurationShowerWhirlpool BathRoom Service AvailableFree Mini BarTV+5

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Guaranteed Suite

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S06

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Guaranteed Suite

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377 sq ftMax 2SVO1

Guaranteed Suite

Double or Twin ConfigurationShowerBathRoom Service AvailableFree Mini BarTV+5

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Ocean Suite

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03O

Living area: 28 m² (301 ft²) Veranda: 7 m² (75 ft²) Natural light in the bathroom Bathroom with two sinks Whirlpool tub and separate shower Separate toilet Free mini bar

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Ocean Suite

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02O

Living area: 28 m² (301 ft²) Veranda: 7 m² (75 ft²) Natural light in the bathroom Bathroom with two sinks Whirlpool tub and separate shower Separate toilet Free mini bar

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Ocean Suite

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04O

Living area: 28 m² (301 ft²) Veranda: 7 m² (75 ft²) Natural light in the bathroom Bathroom with two sinks Whirlpool tub and separate shower Separate toilet Free mini bar

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Ocean Suite

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01O

Living area: 28 m² (301 ft²) Veranda: 7 m² (75 ft²) Natural light in the bathroom Bathroom with two sinks Whirlpool tub and separate shower Separate toilet Free mini bar

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Owner's Suite

Suite

1,227 sq ftMax 411

The Owner’s Suite is far more than our most exclusive suite; it is a select domicile on the oceans of the world. Enjoy every imaginable convenience on more than 114 square metres of personal freedom. Living area: 99 m²; veranda: 15 m². Separate living and sleeping areas. Separate dining table. Guest WC. Bathroom with two washbasins. Shower with steam sauna. Whirlpool. Daybed and TV in the bathroom area. Spacious walk-in wardrobe. Butler service. Free mini bar (beer, soft drinks and a selection of high-quality spirits). Further exclusive service privileges.

Double or Twin ConfigurationLounge AreaShowerRoom Service AvailableSuite BenefitsFree Mini Bar+8

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Penthouse Suite

Suite

947 sq ftMax 309

A fantastically spacious suite with every conceivable comfort, uniquely located on the upper decks – is there a more beautiful place to relax? In the Grand Suite, you can enjoy the endless views of the sea and the conveniences of a classical Grand Suite. Living area: 42 m²; veranda: 10 m². Bathroom with two washbasins. Separate WC. Butler service. TV in the bathroom mirror. Walk-in wardrobe. Bathtub and separate shower. Free mini bar (beer, soft drinks and a selection of high-quality spirits). The Grand Suite is also available with facilities suitable for the physically disabled.

Double or Twin ConfigurationLounge AreaShowerWhirlpool BathSuite BenefitsFree Mini Bar+7

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Penthouse Suite

Suite

947 sq ftMax 313

A fantastically spacious suite with every conceivable comfort, uniquely located on the upper decks – is there a more beautiful place to relax? In the Grand Suite, you can enjoy the endless views of the sea and the conveniences of a classical Grand Suite. Living area: 42 m²; veranda: 10 m². Bathroom with two washbasins. Separate WC. Butler service. TV in the bathroom mirror. Walk-in wardrobe. Bathtub and separate shower. Free mini bar (beer, soft drinks and a selection of high-quality spirits). The Grand Suite is also available with facilities suitable for the physically disabled.

Double or Twin ConfigurationLounge AreaShowerWhirlpool BathSuite BenefitsFree Mini Bar+7

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Penthouse Suite

Suite

947 sq ftMax 308

A fantastically spacious suite with every conceivable comfort, uniquely located on the upper decks – is there a more beautiful place to relax? In the Grand Suite, you can enjoy the endless views of the sea and the conveniences of a classical Grand Suite. Living area: 42 m²; veranda: 10 m². Bathroom with two washbasins. Separate WC. Butler service. TV in the bathroom mirror. Walk-in wardrobe. Bathtub and separate shower. Free mini bar (beer, soft drinks and a selection of high-quality spirits). The Grand Suite is also available with facilities suitable for the physically disabled.

Double or Twin ConfigurationLounge AreaShowerWhirlpool BathSuite BenefitsFree Mini Bar+7

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Veranda Suite

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03V

Living area: 28 m² (301 ft²) Veranda: 7 m² (75 ft²) Walk-in wardrobe Exclusive living area with a chaise longue Bathtub and separate shower Free mini bar

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Veranda Suite

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01V

Living area: 28 m² (301 ft²) Veranda: 7 m² (75 ft²) Walk-in wardrobe Exclusive living area with a chaise longue Bathtub and separate shower Free mini bar

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Veranda Suite

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02V

Living area: 28 m² (301 ft²) Veranda: 7 m² (75 ft²) Walk-in wardrobe Exclusive living area with a chaise longue Bathtub and separate shower Free mini bar

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Veranda Suite

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04V

Living area: 28 m² (301 ft²) Veranda: 7 m² (75 ft²) Walk-in wardrobe Exclusive living area with a chaise longue Bathtub and separate shower Free mini bar

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Veranda Suite

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Living area: 28 m² (301 ft²) Veranda: 7 m² (75 ft²) Walk-in wardrobe Exclusive living area with a chaise longue Bathtub and separate shower Free mini bar

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