Norwegian Sun itinerary map for May 27, 2025 (9 nights)
Norwegian Sun itinerary map for May 27, 2025 (9 nights)
9 nights · 10 ports
Round-trip · Civitavecchia, Italy
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May 27, 2025

9-Night Mediterranean: Italy Greece Croatia & Malta aboard Norwegian Sun · Departing May 27, 2025 from the Port of Civitavecchia, Italy.

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This 9-night cruise aboard the Sun departs from Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy on Tuesday, May 27, 2025 and returns on Thursday, Jun 5th. May weather across this route averages 83°/48°F.

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

Cruise Length
9
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Civitavecchia
Italy
Port Stops
10
Sea Days
0

Cruise Itinerary Map - 9 Night Mediterranean: Italy Greece Croatia & Malta (Rome To Trieste)

Norwegian Sun · May 27, 2025

The Norwegian Sun sails on May 27, 2025 for a 9 Night Mediterranean: Italy Greece Croatia & Malta (Rome To Trieste). The ship will depart the port of Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy at 5:00 PM and will return to the port of Trieste, Italy on Jun 5th at 6:00 AM. During the 10-day journey, the Norwegian Sun will visit 9 additional ports and will spend 0 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

9 Night Mediterranean: Italy Greece Croatia & Malta (Rome To Trieste)

  • MAY27
    Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy
    Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy
    A: — - D: 5:00 PM
  • MAY28
    Livorno, Florence, Italy
    Livorno, Florence, Italy
    A: 6:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • MAY29
    Naples, Italy
    Naples, Italy
    A: 11:00 AM - D: 9:00 PM
  • MAY30
    Messina, Sicily
    Messina, Sicily
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • MAY31
    Valletta, Malta
    Valletta, Malta
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 3:00 PM
  • JUN01
    Corfu, Greece
    Corfu, Greece
    A: 12:15 PM - D: 8:00 PM
  • JUN02
    Dubrovnik, Croatia
    Dubrovnik, Croatia
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 7:00 PM
  • JUN03
    Split, Croatia
    Split, Croatia
    A: 6:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • JUN04
    Koper, Slovenia
    Koper, Slovenia
    A: 9:00 AM - D: 7:00 PM
  • JUN05
    Trieste, Italy
    Trieste, Italy
    A: 6:00 AM - D: —
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Norwegian Sun Cruise Ports

May 27, 2025 · 9 Night Mediterranean: Italy Greece Croatia & Malta (Rome To Trieste)

Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy — Day 1 of Norwegian Sun May 27, 2025 cruise
Day 1•Tuesday, May 27

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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Livorno, Florence, Italy — Day 2 of Norwegian Sun May 27, 2025 cruise
Day 2•Wednesday, May 28

Livorno, Florence, Italy

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Livorno, Florence, Italy, offers docking at Livorno Port with excursions to Florence. Travelers explore Florence’s Duomo and Uffizi Gallery. Excursions visit Pisa’s Leaning Tower. Local markets sell ribollita. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for city tours. Photography captures Renaissance art and Tuscan vistas. Dining onboard includes bistecca alla fiorentina, an Italian favorite. Souvenirs, like leather crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Medici history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Livorno’s cultural gateway offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic art and scenic hills, making Livorno an engaging destination.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Naples, Italy — Day 3 of Norwegian Sun May 27, 2025 cruise
Day 3•Thursday, May 29

Naples, Italy

Arrival: 11:00 AM•Departure: 9:00 PM

Naples, Italy, offers docking at Naples Port. Travelers explore Pompeii ruins and Royal Palace. Excursions visit Capri’s Blue Grotto. Local markets sell margherita pizza. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures ancient ruins and Tyrrhenian vistas. Dining onboard includes spaghetti alle vongole, an Italian favorite. Souvenirs, like cameo crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Roman history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Naples’ cultural charm offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of archaeological sites and scenic islands, making Naples an engaging destination for exploration.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Messina, Sicily — Day 4 of Norwegian Sun May 27, 2025 cruise
Day 4•Friday, May 30

Messina, Sicily

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Valletta, Malta — Day 5 of Norwegian Sun May 27, 2025 cruise
Day 5•Saturday, May 31

Valletta, Malta

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 3:00 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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Corfu, Greece — Day 6 of Norwegian Sun May 27, 2025 cruise
Day 6•Sunday, Jun 1

Corfu, Greece

Arrival: 12:15 PM•Departure: 8:00 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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Dubrovnik, Croatia — Day 7 of Norwegian Sun May 27, 2025 cruise
Day 7•Monday, Jun 2

Dubrovnik, Croatia

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 7:00 PM

Dubrovnik, Croatia, offers docking at Gruž Port. Travelers explore Old Town walls and Lokrum Island. Excursions include kayaking along Adriatic shores. Local markets sell travarica. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures medieval ramparts and Adriatic vistas. Dining onboard includes pašticada, a Croatian favorite. Souvenirs, like lace crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Dalmatian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while sturdy shoes enhance wall walks. Dubrovnik’s historic charm offers a vibrant Croatian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of UNESCO landmarks and scenic coasts, making Dubrovnik an engaging destination for exploration.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Split, Croatia — Day 8 of Norwegian Sun May 27, 2025 cruise
Day 8•Tuesday, Jun 3

Split, Croatia

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Koper, Slovenia — Day 9 of Norwegian Sun May 27, 2025 cruise
Day 9•Wednesday, Jun 4

Koper, Slovenia

Arrival: 9:00 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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Trieste, Italy — Day 10 of Norwegian Sun May 27, 2025 cruise
Day 10•Thursday, Jun 5

Trieste, Italy

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: —

Trieste, Italy, offers docking at Trieste Port. Travelers explore Piazza Unità d’Italia and Miramare Castle. Excursions visit Postojna Cave in Slovenia. Local markets sell gnocchi. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Habsburg architecture and Adriatic vistas. Dining onboard includes jota, a Triestine favorite. Souvenirs, like glass crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Austro-Hungarian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Trieste’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic plazas and scenic coasts, making Trieste an engaging destination for exploring Italy’s Adriatic hub.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link

Weather Forecast

Norwegian Sun - May 27, 2025 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy

⛅

May

Typical Weather

80°F

Average High

49°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.07in

Daily average

2.2 in monthly total

Norwegian Sun Shore Excursions

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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
73 / 100
safer than 73% of all cruises
73
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
Livorno, Florence, Italy
Livorno
Travelers should remain vigilant against pickpocketing and bag snatching in crowded areas while enjoying the attractions in Livorno and Florence.
6
/ 10
Naples, Italy
Naples
Travelers in Naples should stay vigilant against petty crime and be cautious of traffic while exploring the city.
7
/ 10
Messina, Sicily
Messina
Travelers in Messina should stay vigilant against petty theft and pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas like the port and markets.
8
/ 10
Valletta, Malta
Valletta
Valletta is a safe cruise destination, but travelers should stay vigilant against petty theft in crowded areas while enjoying the sights.
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
Dubrovnik, Croatia
Dubrovnik
Dubrovnik has a low crime rate and visible police presence, but travelers should stay vigilant against pickpocketing in crowded areas.
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
Trieste, Italy
Trieste
Trieste is generally safe for travelers, but vigilance against petty theft is advised in busy areas and caution is recommended after dark.

Cruise Ship

Norwegian Sun

⚓ Tonnage

78,309

vs avg 123,300

🛠️ Year Built

2,001

vs avg 2,011

📏 Length (ft)

848

vs avg 994

👥 Passenger Count

1,936

vs avg 3,120

The Sun has a construction date of 2001 and a total size of 78,309 gross tons. The ship measures 848 feet in length. Norwegian Sun is included in Norwegian’s Sun class. At full capacity, the Norwegian Sun holds 1,936 passengers. That includes 1,030 cruise vacationers and 906 staff members. The Sun total number of staterooms is 968.

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What's the weather like on the Norwegian Sun May 27, 2025 route?▾

Across the ports visited on this 9-night route, May averages 83°F highs and 48°F lows. See the per-port weather forecast section above for daily detail.

How safe is the May 27, 2025 Norwegian Sun itinerary?▾

This itinerary scores 7.3 out of 10 on the Gangwaze Itinerary Safety Score, averaged across 10 ports. We weight current travel advisories, recent crime data, and Global Peace Index signals — see the Safety Score section above for the full per-port breakdown.

When does the Norwegian Sun sail and return on this itinerary?▾

The Norwegian Sun departs Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy on Tuesday, May 27, 2025 at 5:00 PM and returns on Thursday, Jun 5th, 2025 at 6:00 AM. Total duration: 9 nights.

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