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Norwegian Gem
Norwegian Gem
May 17, 2026
7 Night Mediterranean: Italy Greece & Croatia

Norwegian Gem May 17, 2026

The Norwegian Gem May 17, 2026 cruise departs from Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy. On this 7 Night Mediterranean: Italy Greece & Croatia (Rome To Ravenna) sailing, the Norwegian Gem will visit a total of 8 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The ship sets sail on Sunday, May 17th and returns on Sunday, May 24th, 2026.

Cruise Length
7
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Civitavecchia
Italy
Port Stops
8
Sea Days
0
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Norwegian Gem · May 17, 2026

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Norwegian Gem · May 17, 2026

The Norwegian Gem sails on May 17, 2026 for a 7 Night Mediterranean: Italy Greece & Croatia (Rome To Ravenna). The ship will depart the port of Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy at 5:00 PM and will return to the port of Ravenna, Italy on May 24th at 6:00 AM. During the 8-day journey, the Norwegian Gem will visit 7 additional ports and will spend 0 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

7 Night Mediterranean: Italy Greece & Croatia (Rome To Ravenna)

  • MAY17
    Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy
    Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy
    A: — - D: 5:00 PM
  • MAY18
    Salerno (naples), Italy
    Salerno (naples), Italy
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • MAY19
    Catania, Sicily
    Catania, Sicily
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • MAY20
    Corfu, Greece
    Corfu, Greece
    A: 10:00 AM - D: 7:30 PM
  • MAY21
    Kotor, Montenegro
    Kotor, Montenegro
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • MAY22
    Split, Croatia
    Split, Croatia
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • MAY23
    Koper, Slovenia
    Koper, Slovenia
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 7:00 PM
  • MAY24
    Ravenna, Italy
    Ravenna, Italy
    A: 6:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

May 17, 2026 · 7 Night Mediterranean: Italy Greece & Croatia (Rome To Ravenna)

Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy
Day 1•Sunday, May 17

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. (126 words)

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Salerno (naples), Italy
Day 2•Monday, May 18

Salerno (naples), Italy

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 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.

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Catania, Sicily
Day 3•Tuesday, May 19

Catania, Sicily

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 PM

Catania, Sicily, Italy, docks at Porto di Catania, 1 kilometer from downtown, with taxis for 10-minute rides. The city, population 310,000, features the 11th-century Catania Cathedral. Travelers visit Piazza del Duomo for the Elephant Fountain. Local markets sell pistachio pastries. Excursions to Mount Etna, 1 hour north, offer crater hikes. Peak season May to September; taxis 5-10 EUR. Dining includes pasta alla Norma at trattorias. Souvenirs feature lava stone crafts.

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Corfu, Greece
Day 4•Wednesday, May 20

Corfu, Greece

Arrival: 10:00 AM•Departure: 7:30 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. (126 words)

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Kotor, Montenegro
Day 5•Thursday, May 21

Kotor, Montenegro

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Kotor, Montenegro, offers docking at Kotor Port. Travelers explore Old Town walls and St. Tryphon Cathedral. Excursions include hiking Lovćen National Park. Local markets sell njeguški pršut. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures medieval alleys and Adriatic vistas. Dining onboard includes cicvara, a Montenegrin favorite. Souvenirs, like olive wood crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Illyrian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while sturdy shoes enhance fortress hikes. Kotor’s historic charm offers a vibrant Montenegrin stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of UNESCO landmarks and scenic bays, making Kotor an engaging destination. (126 words)

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Split, Croatia
Day 6•Friday, May 22

Split, Croatia

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 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. (126 words)

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Koper, Slovenia
Day 7•Saturday, May 23

Koper, Slovenia

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 7:00 PM

Koper, Slovenia, has docking at Koper Port. Travelers explore Tito Square and Praetorian Palace. Excursions visit Postojna Cave’s karst formations. Local markets sell truffles. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather. Photography captures Venetian architecture and Adriatic views. Dining onboard includes jota, a Slovenian stew. Souvenirs, like olive oil, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Slovenian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate. Comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Koper’s coastal charm offers a serene Slovenian stop, blending Venetian heritage with scenic beauty.

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Ravenna, Italy
Day 8•Sunday, May 24

Ravenna, Italy

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: —

Ravenna, Italy, offers docking at Ravenna Port. Travelers explore UNESCO-listed Byzantine mosaics and Dante’s tomb. Excursions visit Bologna’s medieval towers. Local markets sell piadina. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather for historic tours. Photography captures ancient basilicas and Adriatic vistas. Dining onboard includes tortellini, an Emilia-Romagna favorite. Souvenirs, like mosaic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Byzantine history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance mosaic walks. Ravenna’s artistic heritage offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic mosaics, cultural landmarks, and coastal charm, making Ravenna an engaging destination for exploring Italy’s Adriatic heritage.

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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
74 / 100
safer than 74% of all cruises
74
7
/ 10
Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy
Civitavecchia
Civitavecchia is generally safe, but travelers should remain vigilant against petty theft and scams in crowded areas and near attractions.
7
/ 10
Salerno (naples), Italy
Salerno
Travelers in Salerno should remain vigilant against petty theft and pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas and certain neighborhoods.
7
/ 10
Catania, Sicily
Catania
Catania is generally safe for cruise travelers, but caution is advised in crowded areas to avoid petty crime.
7
/ 10
Corfu, Greece
Corfu
Travelers to Corfu should remain vigilant in crowded areas to prevent pickpocketing and scams while enjoying the island's attractions.
8
/ 10
Kotor, Montenegro
Kotor
Kotor is generally safe for tourists, but visitors should remain vigilant against petty theft in crowded areas and secure their belongings.
8
/ 10
Split, Croatia
Split
Split is generally safe for travelers, but caution in crowded areas is advised to prevent petty theft and pickpocketing.
8
/ 10
Koper, Slovenia
Koper
Koper is a safe port for cruise travelers, with low crime rates and standard precautions recommended in tourist areas.
8
/ 10
Ravenna, Italy
Ravenna
Ravenna is generally safe for cruise travelers, but vigilance is advised in crowded areas to prevent pickpocketing.

Cruise Ship

Norwegian Gem

⚓ Tonnage

93,530

vs avg 123,300

🛠️ Year Built

2,007

vs avg 2,011

📏 Length (ft)

965

vs avg 994

👥 Passenger Count

2,394

vs avg 3,120

The Gem has a construction date of 2007 and a total size of 93,530 gross tons. The ship measures 965 feet in length. Norwegian Gem is included in Norwegian’s Jewel class. At full capacity, the Norwegian Gem holds 2,394 passengers. That includes 1,324 cruise vacationers and 1,070 staff members. The Gem total number of staterooms is 1,197.

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Itinerary FAQ

How many nights is the Norwegian Gem sailing on May 17, 2026?

This is a 7-night cruise itinerary departing from Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy.

What ports does the Norwegian Gem visit on the May 17, 2026 cruise?

This route includes rome-italy, salerno-naples-italy, catania-sicily, corfu-greece, kotor-montenegro, split-croatia, koper-slovenia, ravenna-italy.

How many sea days are included on this Norwegian Gem May 17, 2026 itinerary?

This itinerary includes 0 sea days.

Who is the cruise director for the Norwegian Gem sailing on May 17, 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.

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