ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
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7:00 PM
Embarkation day. Crystal Serenity sails at 7:00 PM.
12 nights · 10 ports
Round-trip · Piraeus, Greece
CrystalCrystal Serenity
Crystal Serenity
October 23, 2028
12-Night Eastern Mediterranean aboard Crystal Serenity · Departing October 23, 2028 from the Port of Piraeus, Greece.
// AT A GLANCE
Crystal Serenity October 23, 2028 Cruise Overview
Crystal Serenity leaves Piraeus (Athens), Greece on Monday, October 23, 2028 at 7:00 PM and returns Saturday, November 4 at 8:00 AM: 12 nights with 9 ports of call (Chania, Kusadasi, Bodrum, Antalya, Limassol, Haifa, Ashdod, Port Said and Alexandria) and 1 day at sea. It is the only upcoming departure of this itinerary on Crystal Serenity. October averages 86°F highs and 62°F lows across the ports on this route.
The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 6.7 out of 10, averaged across 10 ports.
// WHO'S ONBOARD YOUR CRUISE
Crystal Serenity October 23, 2028 Roll Call
7 SAVED THIS SAILING
// 03 · ITINERARY
12 Night Eastern Mediterranean (Athens Roundtrip) Cruise Map
Interactive Itinerary MapOCTOBER 23, 2028
All 13 days of the Crystal Serenity October 23, 2028 cruise, including 1 day at sea. Arrival and departure times are local to each port, and the cruise line can change them before sailing.
// 04 · PORTS
12 Night Eastern Mediterranean (Athens Roundtrip) Port List
Crystal Serenity·October 23, 2028
Day 12 · Friday · Nov 3
At sea
Day at sea aboard the Serenity — explore the ship's signature dining, entertainment, and onboard activities.
// 05 · WEATHER
12 Night Eastern Mediterranean (Athens Roundtrip) Weather Forecast
Crystal Serenity·October 23, 2028
// YEAR-ROUND AT PIRAEUS (ATHENS)
Average monthly temperature and rainfall. Your sail month is highlighted.
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// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS
Most Popular Piraeus Shore Excursions
Independent shore excursions in every port on this Crystal Serenity itinerary, booked directly with the operator who runs them. We flag the ones that guarantee you're back on board before the gangway lifts.
10 PORTS OF CALL·3,649 EXCURSIONS HELD·BOOK DIRECT WITH THE OPERATOR
SELECT A PORT
BEST PIRAEUS SHORE TOURSBest Piraeus Shore ToursCURATED FROM 1,927 · NOT A SEARCH RESULT
OF 1,927WORRY-FREE
TOP PRODUCT
4.9(6,564)
$48.24
Best of Athens Half Day Private Tour
During this amazing half day tour you will see all the most popular sights and experience the best parts of…
6 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
WORRY-FREE
TOP PRODUCT
4.9(6,329)
$153.12
All Day Cruise -3 Islands to Agistri,Moni, Aegina with lunch and drinks included
All Day Cruise is here to invite you on a fantastic day out at sea on our traditional wooden motor- sailing…
10 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
WORRY-FREE
TOP PRODUCT
4.9(3,450)
$145.59
Athens Full Day Private Tour
If you are a fan of Greek History and Mythology this is your tour! See all the highlights of Athens and learn…
8 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
TOP PRODUCT
4.8(3,316)
$156.44
Athens All Included: Acropolis and Museum Guided Tour with Ticket
ALL Tickets are included! Explore the Acropolis with an expert guide, then continue to the Acropolis Museum…
3 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
TOP PRODUCT
4.0(2,038)
$25.12
City Sightseeing Athens, Piraeus & Beach Riviera Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tours
Discover the very best of Athens with a 24-hour, 48-hour or 72-hour hop-on hop-off bus pass. Athens is an…
1.8 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
WORRY-FREE
TOP PRODUCT
4.9(1,593)
$171.27
Biblical Tour Letters ToThe Corinthians St Paul’s Footsteps 6Hour
The Unique Benefits of the Footsteps of St. Paul" Tour Following St. Paul's missionary journey in Corinth…
6.3 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
TOP PRODUCT
5.0(1,492)
$159.86
Luxury Athens Catamaran Cruise with Greek Meal & Drinks
Experience a magnificent cruise across the shimmering waters of the Athens Riviera with your loved ones and…
5 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
3.7(1,358)
$13.70
Hop on Hop Off Classic tour of Athens, Piraeus & Beaches
The complete tour of Athens includes various key sights of Athens, such as Acropolis, the Parthenon, and the…
2 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
These are the eight most reviewed. Piraeus has plenty more — browse the full catalogue and book direct with the operator.
SEE ALL PIRAEUS EXCURSIONSPricing and availability are provided by the operator. Booking happens on their own site — Crystal Serenity sails October 23, 2028, and Gangwaze earns a commission at no extra cost to you.
AFFILIATEPER-CARD ATTRIBUTION
// 07 · SAFETY SCORE
Itinerary Safety Score
12 Night Eastern Mediterranean (Athens Roundtrip)
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.
// HOW WE SCORE
Four signals, weighted by recency.
Scores combine recent crime reports, government travel advisories, Global Peace Index rankings, and port-specific security incidents. Refreshed monthly.
8.0 – 10.0
Safe — Low-risk; standard precautions apply.
6.5 – 7.9
Moderate — Generally safe with normal vigilance.
5.0 – 6.4
Caution — Stay alert; avoid certain areas after dark.
0 – 4.9
High caution — Significant risk; book guided excursions.
REFRESHED MONTHLY
// PORT-BY-PORT BREAKDOWN10 PORTS
Piraeus is generally safe for cruise travelers, but caution is advised at night and in crowded areas due to petty theft and potential disruptions.
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Chania is a safe tourist destination with a low crime rate, though visitors should remain vigilant in busy areas to avoid minor theft.
0.0/10
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Kusadasi is generally safe for travelers, but they should remain vigilant against petty crime and safeguard personal belongings.
0.0/10
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Bodrum is generally safe, but travelers should stay vigilant in crowded areas to prevent petty crimes like pickpocketing.
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Travelers in Antalya should remain vigilant against petty theft and scams, especially in crowded areas, while staying informed and cautious.
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Limassol is generally safe for cruise travelers, but visitors should remain cautious in crowded areas to prevent theft and scams.
0.0/10
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Haifa is a safe cruise destination with a low crime rate and police presence, but travelers should stay informed about regional tensions.
0.0/10
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Ashdod is generally safe for cruise travelers, but they should remain vigilant and informed due to regional tensions and moderate security risks.
0.0/10
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Travelers should remain vigilant in Port Said due to potential political unrest, petty crime, and harassment despite high security measures.
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Cruise travelers to Alexandria should remain vigilant against petty crime, avoid political demonstrations, and consider organized tours for safety.
0.0/10
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// 08 · CRUISE SHIP
Crystal Serenity Ship Overview
Specs & DetailsCRYSTAL
TONNAGE
68,870GT
37.7% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 50,020 GT
YEAR BUILT
2003
7 YEARS NEWER· vs avg 1996
LENGTH
—ft
—· vs avg — ft
PASSENGER COUNT
1,096cruisers
9.3% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 1,003 cruisers
// ABOUT THE SHIP
The Crystal Serenity has a construction date of 2003 and a total size of 68,870 gross tons. The ship measures — feet in length. Crystal Serenity is included in Crystal's Serenity class. At full capacity, the Serenity holds 1,096 passengers. That includes 1,096 cruise vacationers and — staff members. The Serenity total number of staterooms is 0.
// 09 · MORE CRUISES
More Crystal Serenity cruises
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// 09 · FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for yourCrystal Serenity·October 23, 2028sailing
Researched and assembled by Gangwaze Cruise Editorial using daily-refreshed itinerary, pricing, weather, and safety data.
LAST UPDATED · OCT 11, 2026
