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Norwegian Epic itinerary map for July 5, 2028 (12 nights)
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12 nights · 9 ports
Round-trip · Civitavecchia, Italy
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Norwegian Epic
July 5, 2028

12-Night Europe: Greek Isles Turkey & Italy aboard Norwegian Epic · Departing July 5, 2028 from the Port of Civitavecchia, Italy.

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// AT A GLANCE

Norwegian Epic July 5, 2028 Cruise Overview

This 12-night cruise aboard the Epic departs from Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy on Wednesday, July 5, 2028 and returns on Monday, Jul 17th. July weather across this route averages 96°/66°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.3 out of 10, averaged across 9 ports.

ITINERARY SAFETY SCORE
7.3OUT OF 10
MODERATE TIER
Safer than 73% of all cruises
Ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
FULL BREAKDOWN →
01
12
night cruise
Wed → Mon
02
Civitavecchia
departure port
Italy
03
9
port stops
Turkey
04
3
sea days
Day 2
// ON THIS PAGE09 SECTIONS
01Roll Call↓02Cruise Price Tracker↓03Itinerary map↓04Cruise ports↓05Weather↓06Shore excursions↓07Safety score↓08Cruise ship↓09FAQ↓

The Norwegian Epic, operated by Norwegian Cruise Line, sets sail on Wednesday, July 5, 2028 from Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy for a 12-night Europe: Greek Isles Turkey & Italy cruise. This itinerary includes 9 unique port stops and 3 days at sea. July weather across the route averages 96°F highs and 66°F lows. The itinerary safety score is 7.3 out of 10, combining travel advisories, crime statistics, and Global Peace Index data. Cabin fares start from $2,439, with daily price tracking available for inside, oceanview, balcony, and suite categories. Gangwaze monitors pricing daily so you can set a price-drop alert and book when the fare is right. Explore the full day-by-day port schedule, shore excursion options, onboard amenities, and weather forecasts for each stop on this Norwegian Epic sailing.

// WHO'S ONBOARD YOUR CRUISE

Norwegian Epic July 5, 2028 Roll Call

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// 02 · CRUISE PRICE

Norwegian Epic July 5, 2028 Price & Tracking

NORWEGIAN EPIC·JULY 5, 2028

The graph below tracks historic price of the Norwegian Epic cruise ship departing July 5, 2028. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $2,439 ($204 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $2,439 ($204 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 0%.

Norwegian Epic cruise departing July 5, 2028 — 12-night itinerary. Current Inside Cabin price: $2,439 ($204 per night). Average price: $2,439.

// PRICE HISTORY · INSIDE
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Norwegian Epic · July 5, 2028
$2,439
$204 per night · 12 nights
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0% below average
Avg $2,439

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// 03 · ITINERARY

12 Night Europe: Greek Isles Turkey & Italy (Rome Roundtrip) Cruise Map

Interactive Itinerary MapJULY 5, 2028
The Norwegian Epic sails on July 5, 2028 for a 12 Night Europe: Greek Isles Turkey & Italy (Rome Roundtrip) (Civitavecchia (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 Jul 17th at 7:00 AM. During the 13-day journey, the Norwegian Epic will visit 8 additional ports and will spend 3 days at sea.
// CRUISE PORT SCHEDULE
Norwegian Epic
JULY 5, 2028
13 STOPSSCROLL FOR ALL ↓
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12 NIGHTS · 8 PORTS
ROUND-TRIP · CIVITAVECCHIA (ROME)
// 04 · PORTS

12 Night Europe: Greek Isles Turkey & Italy (Rome Roundtrip) Port List

Norwegian Epic·July 5, 2028
Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy — Day 1 of Norwegian Epic July 5, 2028 cruise
DAY
1
EMBARKATION
WEDNESDAY·JUL 5

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.

JULY FORECAST
76°F avg · Avg
Mykonos, Greece — Day 3 of Norwegian Epic July 5, 2028 cruise
DAY
3
PORT 2
FRIDAY·JUL 7

Mykonos

Greece
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
2:30 PM
10:00 PM

Mykonos, Greece, offers docking at Mykonos Port. Travelers explore Little Venice and Mykonos Windmills. Excursions include Delos Island ruins. Local markets sell loukoumades. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures whitewashed streets and Aegean vistas. Dining onboard includes souvlaki, a Greek favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Cycladic history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance island walks. Mykonos’ picturesque charm offers a vibrant Greek stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic ruins and scenic beaches, making Mykonos an engaging destination for exploring Greece’s Cyclades.

JULY FORECAST
77°F avg · Avg
Piraeus (Athens), Greece — Day 4 of Norwegian Epic July 5, 2028 cruise
DAY
4
PORT 3
SATURDAY·JUL 8

Piraeus (Athens)

Greece
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
5:00 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.

JULY FORECAST
87°F avg · Avg
Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey — Day 5 of Norwegian Epic July 5, 2028 cruise
DAY
5
PORT 4
SUNDAY·JUL 9

Kusadasi (Ephesus)

Turkey
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
5:00 PM

Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey, offers docking at Kusadasi Port with excursions to Ephesus. Travelers explore Ephesus ruins and Artemis Temple. Excursions visit Virgin Mary’s House. Local markets sell baklava. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures ancient ruins and Aegean vistas. Dining onboard includes kebabs, a Turkish favorite. Souvenirs, like carpet crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Hellenistic history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance ruin walks. Kusadasi’s historic charm offers a vibrant Turkish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of archaeological sites and scenic coasts, making Kusadasi an engaging destination.

JULY FORECAST
87°F avg · Avg
Rhodes, Greece — Day 6 of Norwegian Epic July 5, 2028 cruise
DAY
6
PORT 5
MONDAY·JUL 10

Rhodes

Greece
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
5:00 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.

JULY FORECAST
86°F avg · Avg
Santorini, Greece — Day 7 of Norwegian Epic July 5, 2028 cruise
DAY
7
PORT 6
TUESDAY·JUL 11

Santorini

Greece
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
8:00 PM

Santorini, Greece, offers docking at Fira Port with tenders to shore. Travelers explore Oia’s blue-domed churches and Thera ruins. Excursions include sailing to Nea Kameni. Local markets sell fava beans. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for island tours. Photography captures caldera views and Aegean vistas. Dining onboard includes moussaka, a Greek favorite. Souvenirs, like volcanic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Minoan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while sturdy shoes enhance cliff walks. Santorini’s iconic charm offers a vibrant Greek stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of stunning views and ancient ruins, making Santorini an engaging destination.

JULY FORECAST
79°F avg · Avg
Valletta, Malta — Day 9 of Norwegian Epic July 5, 2028 cruise
DAY
9
PORT 8
THURSDAY·JUL 13

Valletta

Malta
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
8:00 AM
6:00 PM

Valletta, Malta, offers docking at Valletta Port. Travelers explore St. John’s Co-Cathedral and Upper Barrakka Gardens. Excursions visit Mdina’s medieval walls. Local markets sell pastizzi. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Baroque architecture and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes rabbit stew, a Maltese favorite. Souvenirs, like lace crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Knights of Malta history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Valletta’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Maltese stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of UNESCO landmarks and scenic harbors, making Valletta an engaging destination.

JULY FORECAST
79°F avg · Avg
Messina, Sicily — Day 10 of Norwegian Epic July 5, 2028 cruise
DAY
10
PORT 9
FRIDAY·JUL 14

Messina

Sicily
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
5:00 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.

JULY FORECAST
85°F avg · Avg
Salerno (naples), Italy — Day 11 of Norwegian Epic July 5, 2028 cruise
DAY
11
PORT 10
SATURDAY·JUL 15

Salerno (naples)

Italy
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
6:00 PM

Salerno (Naples), Italy, offers docking at Salerno Port with excursions to Naples. Travelers explore Pompeii’s ruins and Amalfi Coast villages. Excursions visit Capri’s Blue Grotto. Local markets sell limoncello. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures ancient ruins and Tyrrhenian vistas. Dining onboard includes pizza margherita, a Neapolitan favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Roman history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance ruin walks. Salerno’s historic allure offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of archaeological sites and coastal beauty, making Salerno an engaging gateway to Naples.

JULY FORECAST
78°F avg · Avg
// 05 · WEATHER

12 Night Europe: Greek Isles Turkey & Italy (Rome Roundtrip) Weather Forecast

Norwegian Epic·July 5, 2028
JUL FORECAST · CIVITAVECCHIA (ROME)
Historical monthly averages for travelers visiting this port.
Civitavecchia (Rome) port guide
76°
AVG · °F
Mostly sunny days
AVG HIGH
89°
AVG LOW
64°
AVG RAINFALL
1.0"
Source: 30-year historical climate averages via Open-Meteo
// YEAR-ROUND AT CIVITAVECCHIA (ROME)
Average monthly temperature and rainfall. Your sail month is highlighted.
AVG TEMP °FRAINFALL IN
76°JANFEBMARAPRMAYJUNJULAUGSEPOCTNOVDEC12-MONTH AVERAGE · DATA: 30-YEAR HISTORICAL
// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS

Most Popular Civitavecchia Shore Excursions

Independent shore excursions in every port on this Norwegian Epic itinerary, booked directly with the operator who runs them. We flag the ones that guarantee you're back on board before the gangway lifts.

9 PORTS OF CALL·5,066 EXCURSIONS HELD·BOOK DIRECT WITH THE OPERATOR
SELECT A PORT
// NO INVENTORY · CIVITAVECCHIA
We don't hold any excursions in Civitavecchia yet.

This is your embarkation day — most of it is boarding and the terminal. If you have time before the muster drill, the port guide covers what’s walkable.

READ THE CIVITAVECCHIA PORT GUIDE

Pricing and availability are provided by the operator. Booking happens on their own site — Norwegian Epic sails July 5, 2028, and Gangwaze earns a commission at no extra cost to you.

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// 07 · SAFETY SCORE

Itinerary Safety Score

12 Night Europe: Greek Isles Turkey & Italy (Rome 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.

ITINERARY AVERAGE
MODERATE TIER
0OUT OF 100
LOWHIGH
Safer than 73% of all cruises
7.3/10 itinerary average · ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
// 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 BREAKDOWN09 PORTS
01

Civitavecchia (Rome) 🇮🇹

Italy · ItalyMODERATE

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

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
02

Mykonos 🇬🇷

Greece · GreeceMODERATE

Travelers in Mykonos should remain vigilant against petty theft and scams, especially in crowded areas during peak season.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
03

Piraeus (Athens) 🇬🇷

Greece · GreeceMODERATE

Piraeus is generally safe for cruise travelers, but caution is advised at night and in crowded areas due to petty theft and potential disruptions.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
04

Kusadasi (Ephesus) 🇹🇷

Turkey · TurkeyMODERATE

Kusadasi is generally safe for travelers, but they should remain vigilant against petty crime and safeguard personal belongings.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
05

Rhodes 🇬🇷

Greece · GreeceMODERATE

Rhodes is generally safe for travelers, but staying vigilant in crowded areas is advised to avoid pickpocketing and minor scams.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
06

Santorini 🇬🇷

Greece · GreeceSAFE

Santorini is safe for travelers, but they should stay vigilant in crowded areas for pickpocketing and be cautious of traffic hazards.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
07

Valletta 🇲🇹

Malta · MaltaSAFE

Valletta is a safe cruise destination, but travelers should stay vigilant against petty theft in crowded areas while enjoying the sights.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
08

Messina 🇮🇹

Sicily · ItalyMODERATE

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

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
09

Salerno (naples) 🇮🇹

Italy · ItalyMODERATE

Travelers in Salerno should remain vigilant against petty theft and pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas and certain neighborhoods.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
// 08 · CRUISE SHIP

Norwegian Epic Ship Overview

Specs & DetailsNORWEGIAN
Norwegian Epic cruise ship exterior
NORWEGIAN · EPIC
CHRISTENED
2010
STATEROOMS
2,114
TONNAGE
155,873GT
24.3% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 125,377 GT
YEAR BUILT
2010
2 YEARS OLDER· vs avg 2012
LENGTH
1,081ft
8.1% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 1,000 ft
PASSENGER COUNT
4,100cruisers
30.1% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 3,153 cruisers
// ABOUT THE SHIP

The Norwegian Epic has a construction date of 2010 and a total size of 155,873 gross tons. The ship measures 1,081 feet in length. Norwegian Epic is included in Norwegian's Epic class. At full capacity, the Epic holds 4,100 passengers. That includes 2,376 cruise vacationers and 1,724 staff members. The Epic total number of staterooms is 2,114.

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// 09 · MORE CRUISES

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