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7 Night Eastern Mediterranean on MSC MSC Opera

July 14, 2025

MSC Opera July 14, 2025

The MSC Opera July 14, 2025 cruise departs from Piraeus (Athens), Greece. On this 7 Night Eastern Mediterranean (Athens Roundtrip) sailing, the MSC Opera will visit a total of 5 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The ship sets sail on Monday, Jul 14th and returns on Monday, Jul 21st, 2025.

Cruise Length
7
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Piraeus
Greece
Port Stops
5
Sea Days
2
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Cruise Itinerary Map - 7 Night Eastern Mediterranean (Athens Roundtrip)

MSC Opera · July 14, 2025

The MSC Opera sails on July 14, 2025 for a 7 Night Eastern Mediterranean (Athens Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Piraeus (Athens), Greece at 8:00 PM and will return to the port of Piraeus (Athens), Greece on Jul 21st at 7:00 AM. During the 8-day journey, the MSC Opera will visit 4 additional ports and will spend 2 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

7 Night Eastern Mediterranean (Athens Roundtrip)

  • JUL14
    Piraeus (Athens), Greece
    Piraeus (Athens), Greece
    A: — - D: 8:00 PM
  • JUL15
    Kos, Greece
    Kos, Greece
    A: 9:00 AM - D: 7:00 PM
  • JUL16
    Rhodes, Greece
    Rhodes, Greece
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 10:00 PM
  • JUL17
    Bodrum, Turkey
    Bodrum, Turkey
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • JUL18
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JUL19
    Bari, Italy
    Bari, Italy
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 7:00 PM
  • JUL20
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JUL21
    Piraeus (Athens), Greece
    Piraeus (Athens), Greece
    A: 7:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

July 14, 2025 · 7 Night Eastern Mediterranean (Athens Roundtrip)

Piraeus (Athens), Greece
Day 1•Monday, Jul 14

Piraeus (Athens), Greece

Arrival: —•Departure: 8:00 PM

Piraeus (Athens), Greece, offers docking at Piraeus Port with excursions to Athens. Travelers explore Acropolis and Parthenon. Excursions visit Cape Sounion. Local markets sell souvlaki. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for city tours. Photography captures ancient ruins and Aegean vistas. Dining onboard includes moussaka, a Greek favorite. Souvenirs, like olive oil, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Hellenic history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Piraeus’ cultural gateway offers a vibrant Greek stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of iconic landmarks and scenic coasts, making Piraeus an engaging destination for exploration.

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Kos, Greece
Day 2•Tuesday, Jul 15

Kos, Greece

Arrival: 9:00 AM•Departure: 7:00 PM

Kos, Greece, has docking at Kos Port. Travelers explore Asklepion’s ancient healing site and Hippocrates’ plane tree. Excursions visit Zia’s mountain village. Local markets sell thyme honey. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather. Photography captures ancient ruins and Aegean vistas. Dining onboard includes souvlaki, a Greek favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic tiles, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover ancient Greek history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate. Comfortable shoes enhance ruin tours. Kos’ historic richness offers a vibrant Greek stop, blending archaeology with island charm.

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Rhodes, Greece
Day 3•Wednesday, Jul 16

Rhodes, Greece

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 10:00 PM

Rhodes, Greece, offers docking at Rhodes Port. Travelers explore Medieval City and Lindos Acropolis. Excursions include snorkeling at Kallithea Springs. Local markets sell souvlaki. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Knights’ Street and Aegean vistas. Dining onboard includes moussaka, a Greek favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Dodecanese history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Rhodes’ cultural charm offers a vibrant Greek stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of UNESCO landmarks and scenic beaches, making Rhodes an engaging destination for exploration.

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Bodrum, Turkey
Day 4•Thursday, Jul 17

Bodrum, Turkey

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Bodrum, Turkey, docks at Bodrum Cruise Port, a 10-minute walk to the town center, population 180,000. Travelers visit the 15th-century Castle of St. Peter, housing an underwater archaeology museum. Local markets sell Turkish delight. Excursions to Ephesus, 2 hours north, explore Roman ruins. Gümüşlük Beach, 30 minutes west, offers snorkeling. Peak season May to October; taxis 20-50 TRY. Dining includes meze at seaside tavernas. Souvenirs feature evil eye charms.

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At Sea
Day 5•Friday, Jul 18

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Bari, Italy
Day 6•Saturday, Jul 19

Bari, Italy

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 7:00 PM

Bari, Italy, offers docking at Bari Port. Travelers explore Basilica of San Nicola and Bari Vecchia. Excursions visit Alberobello’s trulli houses. Local markets sell orecchiette. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures medieval alleys and Adriatic vistas. Dining onboard includes tiella, an Apulian favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Norman history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Bari’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic coasts, making Bari an engaging destination for exploring Italy’s Apulia region.

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At Sea
Day 7•Sunday, Jul 20

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Piraeus (Athens), Greece
Day 8•Monday, Jul 21

Piraeus (Athens), Greece

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: —

Piraeus (Athens), Greece, offers docking at Piraeus Port with excursions to Athens. Travelers explore Acropolis and Parthenon. Excursions visit Cape Sounion. Local markets sell souvlaki. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for city tours. Photography captures ancient ruins and Aegean vistas. Dining onboard includes moussaka, a Greek favorite. Souvenirs, like olive oil, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Hellenic history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Piraeus’ cultural gateway offers a vibrant Greek stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of iconic landmarks and scenic coasts, making Piraeus an engaging destination for exploration.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link

Weather Forecast

MSC Opera - July 14, 2025 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Piraeus (Athens), Greece

☀️

July

Typical Weather

108°F

Average High

66°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.01in

Daily average

0.5 in monthly total

Shore Excursions

Explore the most popular excursion options at each port.

From beach breaks and snorkeling to local food tours and cultural landmarks, these shore excursions help you make the most of every stop. Browse by port below to compare top-rated options and plan your day before you board.

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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
70 / 100
safer than 70% of all cruises
70
7
/ 10
Piraeus (Athens), Greece
Piraeus
Piraeus is generally safe for cruise travelers, but caution is advised at night and in crowded areas due to petty theft and potential disruptions.
7
/ 10
Kos, Greece
Kos
Kos is generally safe for tourists, but they should stay vigilant against petty theft in crowded areas and secure their belongings.
8
/ 10
Rhodes, Greece
Rhodes
Rhodes is generally safe for travelers, but staying vigilant in crowded areas is advised to avoid pickpocketing and minor scams.
7
/ 10
Bodrum, Turkey
Bodrum
Bodrum is generally safe, but travelers should stay vigilant in crowded areas to prevent petty crimes like pickpocketing.
7
/ 10
Bari, Italy
Bari
Travelers should stay vigilant in Bari, securing belongings and avoiding less populated areas after dark to minimize safety risks.

Cruise Ship

MSC Opera

⚓ Tonnage

65,591

vs avg 136,380

🛠️ Year Built

2,004

vs avg 2,013

📏 Length (ft)

902

vs avg 1,030

👥 Passenger Count

2,679

vs avg 4,494

The Opera has a construction date of 2004 and a total size of 65,591 gross tons. The ship measures 902 feet in length. MSC Opera is included in MSC’s Lirica class. At full capacity, the MSC Opera holds 2,679 passengers. That includes 1,951 cruise vacationers and 728 staff members. The Opera total number of staterooms is 1,068.

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MSC Opera July 14, 2025 FAQ

How many nights is the MSC Opera sailing on July 14, 2025?▾

This is a 7-night cruise itinerary departing from Piraeus (Athens), Greece.

What ports does the MSC Opera visit on the July 14, 2025 cruise?▾

This route includes athens-greece, kos-greece, rhodes-greece, bodrum-turkey, bari-italy.

How many sea days are included on this MSC Opera July 14, 2025 itinerary?▾

This itinerary includes 2 sea days.

Who is the cruise director for the MSC Opera sailing on July 14, 2025?▾

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 MSC Opera itinerary?▾

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Last Updated: Apr 30, 2026