What ports does the Norwegian Gem visit on May 9th, 2027?

This itinerary visits the following ports: 1. Piraeus (Athens), Greece, 2. Santorini, Greece, 3. Katakolon (Olympia), Greece, 4. Corfu, Greece, 5. Kotor, Montenegro, 6. Split, Croatia, 7. Koper, Slovenia, 8. Ravenna, Italy.

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7 Night Greek Isles: Santorini Olympia & Croatia on Norwegian Norwegian Gem

May 9, 2027

Norwegian Gem May 9, 2027

The Norwegian Gem May 9, 2027 cruise departs from Piraeus (Athens), Greece. On this 7 Night Greek Isles: Santorini Olympia & Croatia (Athens 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 9th and returns on Sunday, May 16th, 2027.

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Norwegian Gem · May 9, 2027

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Norwegian Gem · May 9, 2027

The Norwegian Gem sails on May 9, 2027 for a 7 Night Greek Isles: Santorini Olympia & Croatia (Athens To Ravenna). The ship will depart the port of Piraeus (Athens), Greece at 5:00 PM and will return to the port of Ravenna, Italy on May 16th 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 Greek Isles: Santorini Olympia & Croatia (Athens To Ravenna)

MAY09
Piraeus (Athens), Greece
A: — - D: 5:00 PM
MAY10
Santorini, Greece
A: 7:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
MAY11
Katakolon (Olympia), Greece
A: 9:00 AM - D: 7:00 PM
MAY12
Corfu, Greece
A: 7:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
MAY13
Kotor, Montenegro
A: 7:30 AM - D: 6:00 PM
MAY14
Split, Croatia
A: 7:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
MAY15
Koper, Slovenia
A: 8:00 AM - D: 7:00 PM
MAY16
Ravenna, Italy
A: 6:00 AM - D: —

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Cruise Ports

May 9, 2027 · 7 Night Greek Isles: Santorini Olympia & Croatia (Athens To Ravenna)

Day 1•Sunday, May 9

Piraeus (Athens), Greece

Arrival: —•Departure: 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.

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Day 2•Monday, May 10

Santorini, Greece

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 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.

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Day 3•Tuesday, May 11

Katakolon (Olympia), Greece

Arrival: 9:00 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 4•Wednesday, May 12

Corfu, Greece

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 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 5•Thursday, May 13

Kotor, Montenegro

Arrival: 7:30 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.

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Day 6•Friday, May 14

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.

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Day 7•Saturday, May 15

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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Day 8•Sunday, May 16

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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Weather Forecast

Norwegian Gem - May 9, 2027 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Piraeus (Athens), Greece

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May

Typical Weather

96°F

Average High

48°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.03in

Daily average

0.8 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

78 / 100

safer than 78% of all cruises

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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.

/ 10

Santorini

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

/ 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

Kotor

Kotor is generally safe for tourists, but visitors should remain vigilant against petty theft in crowded areas and secure their belongings.

/ 10

Split

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

/ 10

Koper

Koper is a safe port for cruise travelers, with low crime rates and standard precautions recommended in tourist areas.

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Ravenna

Ravenna is generally safe for cruise travelers, but vigilance is advised in crowded areas to prevent pickpocketing.

Cruise Ship

⚓ 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 9, 2027?

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

What ports does the Norwegian Gem visit on the May 9, 2027 cruise?

This route includes athens-greece, santorini-greece, olympia-greece, corfu-greece, kotor-montenegro, split-croatia, koper-slovenia, ravenna-italy.

How many sea days are included on this Norwegian Gem May 9, 2027 itinerary?

This itinerary includes 0 sea days.

Who is the cruise director for the Norwegian Gem sailing on May 9, 2027?

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 Norwegian Gem itinerary?

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Last Updated: Mar 31, 2026