Seabourn

Daily Itinerary

1. Day 1

   Piraeus

   Depart 17:00

   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.

2. Day 2

   Gythio, Greece

   Arrive 08:00Depart 17:00

   Greece

   

   Gythio is ancient Sparta's port town on the Laconian Gulf, where Homeric mythology, neoclassical waterfront charm, and the wild Mani Peninsula's tower houses and underground caves converge. Visit from April through October for Diros Cave boat tours, Cape Tenaro's mythological Underworld entrance, and waterfront dining in one of the Peloponnese's most atmospheric harbor towns.

3. Day 3

   Khania

   Arrive 08:00Depart 17:00

   Greece

   

   Lying along the north coast of Crete is Chania, the second largest city of the island. Chania is bordered by endless stretches of seashore, with inlets and islands of exotic beauty and sandy beaches tucked away at the foot of the island's forbidding mountains. This is a self-sufficient region that is blessed with rich flora and fauna, as well as impressive gorges, holy caves, rivers and lush, green plains blanketed with citrus groves. The city of Chania is comprised of two sections, the old town and the larger modern city. Situated next to the old harbor, the old town is the focal point from which the urban area has developed. Some of the eastern and western parts of the original old Venetian fortifications from the 1500s that surrounded the town have survived and can still be seen.

4. Day 4

   Mykonos

   Arrive 08:00Depart 18:00

   Greece

   

   Mykonos is the Aegean at its most seductive — a labyrinth of bougainvillea-draped whitewashed alleys designed to disorient pirates (and occasionally visitors) leading to Kástro, the medieval hilltop quarter overlooking Little Venice, where balconied houses hang directly above the sea. The island's famous windmills, perched on a ridge above the old harbour, are best photographed at golden hour as pelicans patrol the waterfront below. Visit the sacred archaeological island of Delos — a 30-minute boat crossing — for one of the most significant ancient sites in the Greek world. May, June, and September offer the perfect balance of warmth, light, and bearable crowds.

5. Day 5

   Kusadasi

   Arrive 08:00Depart 18:00

   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.

6. Day 6

   Cesme

   Arrive 08:00Depart 23:00

   Turkey

   

   Çeşme is an elegant Turkish Aegean resort town combining a Genoese-Ottoman castle, world-class windsurfing at Alaçatı, and thermal beaches with one of Turkey's most sophisticated dining scenes. Visit from April through November for boutique village charm, Aegean seafood and wine, and easy excursions to ancient Ephesus and the İzmir region.

7. Day 7

   At Sea

   

8. Day 8

   Istanbul

   Arrive 07:00Depart 17:00

   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.

9. Day 9

   Canakkale

   Arrive 08:00Depart 18:00

   Turkey

   

   Çanakkale is a vibrant Turkish university town commanding the Dardanelles strait, serving as the gateway to ancient Troy and the Gallipoli battlefields—two of the most emotionally powerful historical sites in the world. Must-dos include the Troy archaeological site and museum, Gallipoli memorials, and waterfront meyhane dining with fresh Dardanelles seafood. April through October is ideal, with spring best for Anzac Day and wildflower-covered battlefields.

10. Day 10

    Izmir

    Arrive 08:00Depart 18:00

    Turkey

    

    Izmir is Turkey's cosmopolitan Aegean capital, a three-thousand-year-old port city with a vibrant waterfront kordon, the labyrinthine Kemeraltı bazaar, and easy access to the ancient city of Ephesus. Must-do experiences include tasting boyoz pastries, exploring the Roman Agora, and day-tripping to Ephesus and its Library of Celsus. April through June and September through November offer the most pleasant temperatures for exploration.

11. Day 11

    Patmos

    Arrive 08:00Depart 17:00

    Greece

    

    Patmos, an enchanting port in the Aegean Sea, is renowned for its spiritual history and stunning architecture, highlighted by the Monastery of St. John. Visitors must indulge in local delicacies like moussaka and fava while exploring charming markets. The best season to visit is during the spring and early fall, when the weather is mild, and the island is less crowded.

12. Day 12

    Rhodes

    Arrive 08:00Depart 23:00

    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.

13. Day 13

    At Sea

    

14. Day 14

    Spetses

    Arrive 08:00Depart 17:00

    Greece

    

    Spetses is an aristocratic Saronic Gulf island renowned for its neoclassical mansions, car-free harbour, and heroic role in the Greek War of Independence under the legendary Bouboulina. Must-dos include visiting the Bouboulina Museum, swimming at Agioi Anargyroi beach, and lingering at the Dapia's waterfront cafés. May through October offers perfect conditions, with the September Armata festival providing a spectacular historical reenactment.

15. Day 15

    Piraeus

    Arrive 07:00Depart 17:00

    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.

16. Day 16

    Nafplion

    Arrive 08:00Depart 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.

17. Day 17

    Katakolon

    Arrive 10:00Depart 18:00

    Greece

    

    Katakolon is the unassuming port that holds an extraordinary secret: just fourteen kilometres inland lies ancient Olympia, birthplace of the Olympic Games and one of the most sacred sites in the ancient world. The Archaeological Museum of Olympia — housing the breathtaking sculptures from the Temple of Zeus — ranks among Greece's finest, while walking the original stadium still sends a current of wonder through even the most seasoned traveller. The village itself charms with whitewashed tavernas and a relaxed pace that feels authentically Greek. Katakolon is best visited April through October; late spring and early autumn offer ideal temperatures for the Olympia excursion.

18. Day 18

    Corfu

    Arrive 08:00Depart 18:00

    Greece

    

    Where Homer placed the island of the Phaeacians and four centuries of Venetian rule left their most enduring Mediterranean legacy, Corfu is a singular island of extraordinary historical depth and natural beauty. The UNESCO-listed Old Town — its narrow Kantounia alleyways, the elegant Liston arcade, and twin Venetian fortresses — is the finest preserved Venetian streetscape in Greece. Beyond the town, secret coves, olive groves of immense antiquity, and mountain villages offer weeks of unhurried discovery. May through June and September offer perfect conditions: warm sea temperatures, clear skies, and the island before or after its summer crescendo.

19. Day 19

    Sarande

    Arrive 08:00Depart 18:00

    Albania

    

    Sarandë is Albania's Ionian coast jewel, where the UNESCO-listed Butrint archaeological marvel and the impossibly turquoise Blue Eye spring create a Mediterranean experience rivaling Greece at a fraction of the cost. Visit June via Emerald Yacht Cruises or Virgin Voyages for six-civilization archaeological sites and Albania's exciting Mediterranean frontier.

20. Day 20

    At Sea

    

21. Day 21

    Naples

    Arrive 08:00Depart 18:00

    Italy

    

    Naples — Napoli — is Europe's most operatically alive city, a sun-battered baroque metropolis where Vesuvius broods on the horizon and the streets below pulse with 2,500 years of continuous human drama. The unmissable Museo Archeologico Nazionale houses the world's finest collection of artefacts from Pompeii and Herculaneum, while the Spaccanapoli, the arrow-straight artery that has bisected the city since Greek times, delivers an unfiltered encounter with Neapolitan life. A single slice of pizza Margherita from one of the centro storico's historic pizzerias is a culinary pilgrimage in itself. Visit between April and June or September and October for warmth, manageable crowds, and the city at its golden best.

22. Day 22

    Civitavecchia, Rome

    Arrive 07:00

    Italy

    

    Rome's ancient maritime gateway since the Emperor Trajan commissioned its harbour in 106 AD, Civitavecchia is the natural prologue to the Eternal City — just seventy minutes southeast by express rail. The port's Renaissance fortress, designed in part by Michelangelo, anchors a working waterfront that has welcomed travellers for millennia. Beyond Rome's unmissable monuments, consider an afternoon in the Civitavecchia thermal baths, drawing on mineral waters prized since antiquity. Spring and autumn offer the ideal balance of mild weather and manageable crowds for exploring the capital's layered history.

Cabin Categories

Veranda Suite

Suite

314–385 sq ftMax 2V2

Located on Deck 5; Approximately 300 square feet (28 square meters) of inside space, plus one veranda of 65 square feet (6 square meters) All Veranda Suites feature: A full-length window and glass door to private veranda Comfortable living area Queen-size bed or two twin beds Dining table for two Walk-in closet Interactive flat-screen television with music and movies Fully stocked bar and refrigerator Makeup vanity Spacious bathroom with separate tub and shower.

Queen or Twin ConfigurationShowerTVSafeHair DryerLounge Area+8

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Veranda Suite

Suite

314–385 sq ftMax 2V4

Located on Deck 7; Approximately 300 square feet (28 square meters) of inside space, plus one veranda of 65 square feet (6 square meters) All Veranda Suites feature: A full-length window and glass door to private veranda Comfortable living area Queen-size bed or two twin beds Dining table for two Walk-in closet Interactive flat-screen television with music and movies Fully stocked bar and refrigerator Makeup vanity Spacious bathroom with separate tub and shower

Queen or Twin ConfigurationShowerTVSafeHair DryerLounge Area+8

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Veranda Suite

Suite

314–385 sq ftMax 2V3

Located on Deck 6; Approximately 300 square feet (28 square meters) of inside space, plus one veranda of 65 square feet (6 square meters) All Veranda Suites feature: A full-length window and glass door to private veranda Comfortable living area Queen-size bed or two twin beds Dining table for two Walk-in closet Interactive flat-screen television with music and movies Fully stocked bar and refrigerator Makeup vanity Spacious bathroom with separate tub and shower.

Queen or Twin ConfigurationShowerTVSafeHair DryerLounge Area+8

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Veranda Suite

Suite

314–385 sq ftMax 2V1

Located on Deck 5; Approximately 300 square feet (28 square meters) of inside space, plus one veranda of 65 square feet (6 square meters) All Veranda Suites feature: A full-length window and glass door to private veranda Comfortable living area Queen-size bed or two twin beds Dining table for two Walk-in closet Interactive flat-screen television with music and movies Fully stocked bar and refrigerator Makeup vanity Spacious bathroom with separate tub and shower.

Queen or Twin ConfigurationShowerTVSafeHair DryerLounge Area+8

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Veranda Suite Guarantee

Suite

295 sq ftMax 2RB

Veranda Suite Guarantee

BathQueen or Twin ConfigurationLounge AreaShowerToiletries ProvidedRoom Service Available+9

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Ocean View Suite

Suite

295 sq ftMax 2A1

Approximately 295 square feet (28 square meters) of inside space For this option we select the location and specific suite for you, and notify you prior to departure. Guests are guaranteed to be assigned a suite in the category selected or higher. All Ocean View Suites feature a large picture window, comfortable living area, queen-size bed or two twin beds, dining table for two, walk-in closet, interactive flat-screen television with music and movies, fully stocked bar and refrigerator, makeup vanity, spacious bathroom with separate tub and shower.

Queen or Twin ConfigurationShowerBathTVSafeHair Dryer+10

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Ocean View Suite

Suite

295 sq ftMax 2A

Located on Deck 4; Approximately 295 square feet (28 square meters) of inside space All Ocean View Suites feature: A large picture window Comfortable living area Queen-size bed or two twin beds Dining table for two Walk-in closet Interactive flat-screen television with music and movies. Fully stocked bar and refrigerator Makeup vanity Spacious bathroom with separate tub and shower

Queen or Twin ConfigurationShowerBathTVSafeHair Dryer+10

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Grand Wintergarden Suite

Suite

1,097 sq ftMax 3GRWG

Approximately 1189 square feet (110 square meters) of inside space, plus two verandas totaling 214 square feet (20 square meters) Grand Wintergarden Suites feature Large windows Dining for six Glass-enclosed solarium with tub and day bed Two bedrooms Two bathrooms (one whirlpool) Guest bath Convertible sofa bed for one Pantry with wet bar Three flat-screen TVs Complimentary internet/Wi-Fi service

Queen or Twin ConfigurationShowerBathWhirlpool BathTVFree Wi-Fi+13

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Owner's Suite

Suite

639–947 sq ftMax 2O2

Approximately 526 & 593 square feet (49 to 55 square meters) of inside space, plus one veranda of 133 & 354 square feet (12 to 33 square meters) Owner's Suites feature: Expansive ocean views Forward-facing windows Dining for four to six Bathroom with whirlpool bathtub Guest bath Pantry with wet bar Two flat-screen TVs Complimentary Internet/Wi-Fi service

Queen or Twin ConfigurationShowerBathTVFree Wi-FiSafe+12

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Owner's Suite

Suite

639–947 sq ftMax 2O1

Approximately 526 & 593 square feet (49 to 55 square meters) of inside space, plus one veranda of 133 & 354 square feet (12 to 33 square meters) Owner's Suites feature: Expansive ocean views Forward-facing windows Dining for four to six Bathroom with whirlpool bathtub Guest bath Pantry with wet bar Two flat-screen TVs Complimentary Internet/Wi-Fi service

Queen or Twin ConfigurationShowerBathTVFree Wi-FiSafe+12

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Penthouse Spa Suite

Suite

703–739 sq ftMax 2PS

Penthouse Spa Suite Approximately 536 to 539 square feet (50 square meters) of inside space, plus one veranda of 167 to 200 square feet (16 to 19 square meters) All Penthouse Spa Suite feature: Dining table for two to four Separate bedroom Glass door to veranda Two flat-screen TVs Fully stocked bar Spacious bathroom with tub, shower and large vanity.

Queen or Twin ConfigurationLounge AreaBathTVSafeHair Dryer+11

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Penthouse Suite

Suite

534 sq ftMax 2PH

Penthouse Suite Approximately 436 square feet (41 square meters) of inside space, plus one veranda of 98 square feet (9 square meters) All Penthouse Suite feature: Dining table for two to four Separate bedroom Glass door to veranda Two flat-screen TVs Fully stocked bar Spacious bathroom with tub, shower and large vanity.

Queen or Twin ConfigurationShowerTVSafeHair DryerLounge Area+9

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Signature Suite

Suite

1,352 sq ftMax 2SS

Signature Suite Approximately 859 square feet (80 square meters) of inside space, plus one veranda of 493 square feet (46 square meters) Signature Suites feature: Expansive ocean views Forward-facing windows Dining for four to six Bathroom with whirlpool bathtub Guest bath Pantry with wet bar Two flat-screen TVs Complimentary Internet/Wi-Fi service

Queen or Twin ConfigurationShowerBathWhirlpool BathTVFree Wi-Fi+12

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Wintergarden Suite

Suite

1,403 sq ftMax 5WG

Approximately 914 square feet (85 square meters) of inside space, one veranda of 183 sq. ft. (17 square meters.). Wintergarden Suites feature Large windows Dining for six Whirlpool bathtub Guest bath Convertible sofa bed for one Pantry with wet bar Glass-enclosed solarium with tub and day bed Two closets Two flat-screen TVs Complimentary Internet/Wi-Fi service

Second BedroomSofa BedShowerBathWhirlpool BathSuite Benefits+14

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