Norwegian Viva itinerary map for September 26, 2026
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9 Night Greek Isles: Athens Mykonos & Croatia on Norwegian Norwegian Viva

September 26, 2026

Norwegian Viva September 26, 2026

The Norwegian Viva September 26, 2026 cruise departs from Istanbul, Turkey. On this 9 Night Greek Isles: Athens Mykonos & Croatia (Istanbul To Ravenna) sailing, the Norwegian Viva will visit a total of 10 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The ship sets sail on Saturday, Sep 26th and returns on Monday, Oct 5th, 2026.

Cruise Length
9
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Istanbul
Turkey
Port Stops
10
Sea Days
0
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Norwegian Viva · September 26, 2026

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Norwegian Viva · September 26, 2026

The Norwegian Viva sails on September 26, 2026 for a 9 Night Greek Isles: Athens Mykonos & Croatia (Istanbul To Ravenna). The ship will depart the port of Istanbul, Turkey at 5:00 PM and will return to the port of Ravenna, Italy on Oct 5th at 6:00 AM. During the 10-day journey, the Norwegian Viva will visit 9 additional ports and will spend 0 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

9 Night Greek Isles: Athens Mykonos & Croatia (Istanbul To Ravenna)

  • SEP26
    Istanbul, Turkey
    Istanbul, Turkey
    A: — - D: 5:00 PM
  • SEP27
    Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey
    Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey
    A: 1:30 PM - D: 10:30 PM
  • SEP28
    Mykonos, Greece
    Mykonos, Greece
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 10:00 PM
  • SEP29
    Piraeus (Athens), Greece
    Piraeus (Athens), Greece
    A: 5:30 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • SEP30
    Katakolon (Olympia), Greece
    Katakolon (Olympia), Greece
    A: 9:00 AM - D: 7:00 PM
  • OCT01
    Corfu, Greece
    Corfu, Greece
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • OCT02
    Dubrovnik, Croatia
    Dubrovnik, Croatia
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 11:00 AM
  • OCT03
    Kotor, Montenegro
    Kotor, Montenegro
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • OCT04
    Split, Croatia
    Split, Croatia
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • OCT05
    Ravenna, Italy
    Ravenna, Italy
    A: 6:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

September 26, 2026 · 9 Night Greek Isles: Athens Mykonos & Croatia (Istanbul To Ravenna)

Istanbul, Turkey
Day 1•Saturday, Sep 26

Istanbul, Turkey

Arrival: —•Departure: 5:00 PM

Istanbul, Turkey, offers docking at Istanbul Port. Travelers explore Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace. Excursions visit Blue Mosque. Local markets sell simit. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures Ottoman domes and Bosphorus vistas. Dining onboard includes döner kebab, a Turkish favorite. Souvenirs, like carpet crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Byzantine history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Istanbul’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Turkish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic waterways, making Istanbul an engaging destination for exploring Turkey’s cultural hub.

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Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey
Day 2•Sunday, Sep 27

Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey

Arrival: 1:30 PM•Departure: 10:30 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.

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Mykonos, Greece
Day 3•Monday, Sep 28

Mykonos, Greece

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 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.

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Piraeus (Athens), Greece
Day 4•Tuesday, Sep 29

Piraeus (Athens), Greece

Arrival: 5:30 AM•Departure: 6:00 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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Katakolon (Olympia), Greece
Day 5•Wednesday, Sep 30

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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Corfu, Greece
Day 6•Thursday, Oct 1

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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Dubrovnik, Croatia
Day 7•Friday, Oct 2

Dubrovnik, Croatia

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 11:00 AM

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.

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Kotor, Montenegro
Day 8•Saturday, Oct 3

Kotor, Montenegro

Arrival: 7:00 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.

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Split, Croatia
Day 9•Sunday, Oct 4

Split, Croatia

Arrival: 7:00 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.

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Ravenna, Italy
Day 10•Monday, Oct 5

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 Viva - September 26, 2026 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Istanbul, Turkey

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September

Typical Weather

95°F

Average High

54°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.07in

Daily average

2.1 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
74 / 100
safer than 74% of all cruises
74
6
/ 10
Istanbul, Turkey
Istanbul
Travelers in Istanbul should stay vigilant against petty theft and scams, especially in crowded areas, and remain aware of their surroundings.
7
/ 10
Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey
Kusadasi
Kusadasi is generally safe for travelers, but they should remain vigilant against petty crime and safeguard personal belongings.
8
/ 10
Mykonos, Greece
Mykonos
Travelers in Mykonos should remain vigilant against petty theft and scams, especially in crowded areas during peak season.
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.
8
/ 10
Katakolon (Olympia), Greece
Katakolon
Katakolon is a safe cruise port with low crime and secure surroundings, allowing travelers to explore Olympia with minimal risk.
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
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
Ravenna, Italy
Ravenna
Ravenna is generally safe for cruise travelers, but vigilance is advised in crowded areas to prevent pickpocketing.

Cruise Ship

Norwegian Viva

⚓ Tonnage

143,525

vs avg 123,300

🛠️ Year Built

2,023

vs avg 2,011

📏 Length (ft)

965

vs avg 994

👥 Passenger Count

3,950

vs avg 3,120

The Viva has a construction date of 2023 and a total size of 143,525 gross tons. The ship measures 965 feet in length. Norwegian Viva is included in Norwegian’s Prima class. At full capacity, the Norwegian Viva holds 3,950 passengers. That includes 2,562 cruise vacationers and 1,388 staff members. The Viva total number of staterooms is 1,647.

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Itinerary FAQ

How many nights is the Norwegian Viva sailing on September 26, 2026?

This is a 9-night cruise itinerary departing from Istanbul, Turkey.

What ports does the Norwegian Viva visit on the September 26, 2026 cruise?

This route includes istanbul-turkey, kusadasi-turkey, mykonos-greece, athens-greece, olympia-greece, corfu-greece, dubrovnik-croatia, kotor-montenegro, split-croatia, ravenna-italy.

How many sea days are included on this Norwegian Viva September 26, 2026 itinerary?

This itinerary includes 0 sea days.

Who is the cruise director for the Norwegian Viva sailing on September 26, 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.

Can I track price drops for this Norwegian Viva itinerary?

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Last Updated: Apr 1, 2026