What ports does the Celebrity Ascent visit on September 18th, 2026?

This itinerary visits the following ports: 1. Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy, 2. Messina, Sicily, 3. Katakolon (Olympia), Greece, 4. Corfu, Greece, 5. Dubrovnik, Croatia, 6. Split, Croatia, 7. Bar, Montenegro, 8. Naples, Italy.

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10 Night Italy Greece & Croatia on Celebrity Celebrity Ascent

September 18, 2026

Celebrity Ascent September 18, 2026

The Celebrity Ascent September 18, 2026 cruise departs from Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy. On this 10 Night Italy Greece & Croatia (Rome Roundtrip) sailing, the Celebrity Ascent will visit a total of 8 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The ship sets sail on Friday, Sep 18th and returns on Monday, Sep 28th, 2026.

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Departure Port

Civitavecchia

Italy

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Celebrity Ascent · September 18, 2026

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Celebrity Ascent · September 18, 2026

The Celebrity Ascent sails on September 18, 2026 for a 10 Night Italy Greece & Croatia (Rome Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy at 5:00 PM and will return to the port of Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy on Sep 28th at 5:00 AM. During the 11-day journey, the Celebrity Ascent will visit 7 additional ports and will spend 2 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

10 Night Italy Greece & Croatia (Rome Roundtrip)

SEP18
Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy
A: — - D: 5:00 PM
SEP19
Messina, Sicily
A: 10:00 AM - D: 9:00 PM
SEP20
At Sea
A: — - D: —
SEP21
Katakolon (Olympia), Greece
A: 8:00 AM - D: 7:00 PM
SEP22
Corfu, Greece
A: 8:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
SEP23
Dubrovnik, Croatia
A: 8:00 AM - D: 8:00 PM
SEP24
Split, Croatia
A: 8:00 AM - D: 8:00 PM
SEP25
Bar, Montenegro
A: 8:00 AM - D: 8:00 PM
SEP26
At Sea
A: — - D: —
SEP27
Naples, Italy
A: 7:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
SEP28
Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy
A: 5:00 AM - D: —

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Cruise Ports

September 18, 2026 · 10 Night Italy Greece & Croatia (Rome Roundtrip)

Day 1•Friday, Sep 18

Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy

Arrival: —•Departure: 5:00 PM

Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy, offers docking at Civitavecchia Port with excursions to Rome. Travelers explore Colosseum and Pantheon. Excursions visit Vatican City’s Sistine Chapel. Local markets sell gelato. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for city tours. Photography captures ancient ruins and Tyrrhenian vistas. Dining onboard includes carbonara, an Italian favorite. Souvenirs, like Murano glass, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Roman history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Civitavecchia’s cultural gateway offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ancient landmarks and scenic coasts, making Civitavecchia an engaging destination.

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Day 2•Saturday, Sep 19

Messina, Sicily

Arrival: 10:00 AM•Departure: 9:00 PM

Messina, Sicily, offers docking at Messina Port. Travelers explore Messina Cathedral and Taormina’s Greek Theatre. Excursions visit Mount Etna. Local markets sell arancini. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures volcanic landscapes and Tyrrhenian vistas. Dining onboard includes pasta alla norma, a Sicilian favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Norman history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while sturdy shoes enhance volcano hikes. Messina’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic volcanoes, making Messina an engaging destination for exploration.

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Day 3•Sunday, Sep 20

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Day 4•Monday, Sep 21

Katakolon (Olympia), Greece

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 7:00 PM

Katakolon (Olympia), Greece, offers docking at Katakolon Port with excursions to Olympia. Travelers explore Ancient Olympia and Archaeological Museum. Excursions visit Kourouta Beach. Local markets sell loukoumades. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures ancient stadiums and Ionian vistas. Dining onboard includes moussaka, a Greek favorite. Souvenirs, like olive oil, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Peloponnesian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance ruin walks. Katakolon’s historic charm offers a vibrant Greek stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ancient landmarks and scenic beaches, making Katakolon an engaging destination.

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Day 5•Tuesday, Sep 22

Corfu, Greece

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Corfu, Greece, offers docking at Corfu Port. Travelers explore Old Fortress and Achilleion Palace. Excursions include Paleokastritsa’s beaches. Local markets sell kumquat liqueur. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Venetian architecture and Ionian vistas. Dining onboard includes pastitsada, a Corfiot favorite. Souvenirs, like olive oil, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Ionian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while water shoes enhance beach exploration. Corfu’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Greek stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic fortresses and scenic beaches, making Corfu an engaging destination for exploring Greece’s Ionian Islands.

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Day 6•Wednesday, Sep 23

Dubrovnik, Croatia

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 8:00 PM

Dubrovnik, Croatia, offers docking at Gruž Port. Travelers explore Old Town walls and Lokrum Island. Excursions include kayaking along Adriatic shores. Local markets sell travarica. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures medieval ramparts and Adriatic vistas. Dining onboard includes pašticada, a Croatian favorite. Souvenirs, like lace crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Dalmatian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while sturdy shoes enhance wall walks. Dubrovnik’s historic charm offers a vibrant Croatian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of UNESCO landmarks and scenic coasts, making Dubrovnik an engaging destination for exploration.

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Day 7•Thursday, Sep 24

Split, Croatia

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 8:00 PM

Split, Croatia, offers docking at Split Port. Travelers explore Diocletian’s Palace and Marjan Hill. Excursions visit Trogir’s historic center. Local markets sell soparnik. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Roman ruins and Adriatic vistas. Dining onboard includes pašticada, a Croatian favorite. Souvenirs, like lavender crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Dalmatian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance palace walks. Split’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Croatian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of UNESCO landmarks and scenic hills, making Split an engaging destination for exploring Croatia’s Adriatic coast.

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Day 8•Friday, Sep 25

Bar, Montenegro

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 8:00 PM

Bar, Montenegro, docks at the port, 1 kilometer from Old Bar, with taxis for 10-minute rides. The city, population 42,000, features the 11th-century Stari Bar fortress. Travelers stroll the Aqueduct, a 16th-century Ottoman structure. Local markets sell rakija brandy. Excursions to Lake Skadar, 30 minutes north, offer boat tours. Peak season June to September; taxis 5-10 EUR. Dining includes cevapi at seaside cafes. Souvenirs feature olive oil.

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Day 9•Saturday, Sep 26

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Day 10•Sunday, Sep 27

Naples, Italy

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Naples, Italy, offers docking at Naples Port. Travelers explore Pompeii ruins and Royal Palace. Excursions visit Capri’s Blue Grotto. Local markets sell margherita pizza. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures ancient ruins and Tyrrhenian vistas. Dining onboard includes spaghetti alle vongole, an Italian favorite. Souvenirs, like cameo crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Roman history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Naples’ cultural charm offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of archaeological sites and scenic islands, making Naples an engaging destination for exploration.

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Day 11•Monday, Sep 28

Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy

Arrival: 5:00 AM•Departure: —

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Weather Forecast

Celebrity Ascent - September 18, 2026 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy

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September

Typical Weather

86°F

Average High

56°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.10in

Daily average

3.0 in monthly total

Shore Excursions

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Itinerary Safety Score

Based on comprehensive research of cruise port safety information, including recent crime reports, travel advisories, Global Peace Index rankings, and specific port security concerns, we've created a "safety score" for each cruise port stop. The overall rating below represents a combined score for your specific cruise itinerary.

Itinerary Safety Rank

72 / 100

safer than 72% of all cruises

/ 10

Civitavecchia

Civitavecchia is generally safe, but travelers should remain vigilant against petty theft and scams in crowded areas and near attractions.

/ 10

Messina

Travelers in Messina should stay vigilant against petty theft and pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas like the port and markets.

/ 10

Katakolon

Katakolon is a safe cruise port with low crime and secure surroundings, allowing travelers to explore Olympia with minimal risk.

/ 10

Corfu

Travelers to Corfu should remain vigilant in crowded areas to prevent pickpocketing and scams while enjoying the island's attractions.

/ 10

Dubrovnik

Dubrovnik has a low crime rate and visible police presence, but travelers should stay vigilant against pickpocketing in crowded areas.

/ 10

Split

Split is generally safe for travelers, but caution in crowded areas is advised to prevent petty theft and pickpocketing.

/ 10

Bar

Bar is generally safe for cruise travelers, but caution is advised due to potential petty crime in tourist areas and less populated regions.

/ 10

Naples

Travelers in Naples should stay vigilant against petty crime and be cautious of traffic while exploring the city.

Cruise Ship

⚓ Tonnage

140,600

vs avg 112,986

🛠️ Year Built

2,023

vs avg 2,013

📏 Length (ft)

1,073

vs avg 980

👥 Passenger Count

3,950

vs avg 2,781

The Ascent has a construction date of 2023 and a total size of 140,600 gross tons. The ship measures 1,073 feet in length. Celebrity Ascent is included in Celebrity’s Edge class. At full capacity, the Celebrity Ascent holds 3,950 passengers. That includes 2,550 cruise vacationers and 1,400 staff members. The Ascent total number of staterooms is 1,631.

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Itinerary FAQ

How many nights is the Celebrity Ascent sailing on September 18, 2026?

This is a 10-night cruise itinerary departing from Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy.

What ports does the Celebrity Ascent visit on the September 18, 2026 cruise?

This route includes rome-italy, messina-sicily, olympia-greece, corfu-greece, dubrovnik-croatia, split-croatia, bar-montenegro, naples-italy.

How many sea days are included on this Celebrity Ascent September 18, 2026 itinerary?

This itinerary includes 2 sea days.

Who is the cruise director for the Celebrity Ascent sailing on September 18, 2026?

Cruise director assignment data is not currently available for this sail date.

How is the itinerary safety score calculated for this cruise?

The itinerary safety score combines port-level safety indicators such as travel advisories, local risk signals, and historical context into a single overall score for this specific route.

Can I track price drops for this Celebrity Ascent itinerary?

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Last Updated: Mar 31, 2026