Norwegian Viva itinerary map for September 26, 2026 (9 nights)
Norwegian Viva itinerary map for September 26, 2026 (9 nights)
9 nights · 10 ports
Round-trip · Istanbul, Turkey
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September 26, 2026

9-Night Greek Isles: Athens Mykonos & Croatia aboard Norwegian Viva · Departing September 26, 2026 from the Port of Istanbul, Turkey.

Interior from$2,819/ guest · taxes & fees incl.
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This 9-night cruise aboard the Viva departs from Istanbul, Turkey on Saturday, September 26, 2026 and returns on Monday, Oct 5th. September weather across this route averages 92°/56°F. Cabins are currently tracked from $2,819.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.3 out of 10, averaged across 10 ports. Suite cabins rose $25 on May 20.

Cruise Length
9
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Istanbul
Turkey
Port Stops
10
Sea Days
0

Cruise Price - Norwegian Viva September 26, 2026

Norwegian Viva · September 26, 2026

The graph below tracks historic price of the Norwegian Viva cruise ship departing September 26, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $2,819 ($314 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $2,361 ($263 per night), this represents a recent increase of 19%.

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Inside
$2,819
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Oceanview
$3,019
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Balcony
$3,119
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Suite
$4,669

Price History – Norwegian Viva September 26, 2026

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September 26, 2026
$2,819
19% vs avg: $2,361

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Cruise Itinerary Map - 9 Night Greek Isles: Athens Mykonos & Croatia (Istanbul To Ravenna)

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
    Bar, Montenegro
    Bar, 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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Norwegian Viva Cruise Ports

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

Istanbul, Turkey — Day 1 of Norwegian Viva September 26, 2026 cruise
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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey — Day 2 of Norwegian Viva September 26, 2026 cruise
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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Mykonos, Greece — Day 3 of Norwegian Viva September 26, 2026 cruise
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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Piraeus (Athens), Greece — Day 4 of Norwegian Viva September 26, 2026 cruise
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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Katakolon (Olympia), Greece — Day 5 of Norwegian Viva September 26, 2026 cruise
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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Corfu, Greece — Day 6 of Norwegian Viva September 26, 2026 cruise
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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Dubrovnik, Croatia — Day 7 of Norwegian Viva September 26, 2026 cruise
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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Bar, Montenegro — Day 8 of Norwegian Viva September 26, 2026 cruise
Day 8•Saturday, Oct 3

Bar, Montenegro

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Bar, Montenegro, docks at the port, 1 kilometer from Old Bar, with taxis for 10-minute rides. The city, population 42,000, features the 11th-century Stari Bar fortress. Travelers stroll the Aqueduct, a 16th-century Ottoman structure. Local markets sell rakija brandy. Excursions to Lake Skadar, 30 minutes north, offer boat tours. Peak season June to September; taxis 5-10 EUR. Dining includes cevapi at seaside cafes. Souvenirs feature olive oil.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Split, Croatia — Day 9 of Norwegian Viva September 26, 2026 cruise
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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Ravenna, Italy — Day 10 of Norwegian Viva September 26, 2026 cruise
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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link

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

Norwegian Viva Shore Excursions

Explore the most popular excursion options at each port.

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
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.
7
/ 10
Bar, Montenegro
Bar
Bar is generally safe for cruise travelers, but caution is advised due to potential petty crime in tourist areas and less populated regions.
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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Norwegian Viva September 26, 2026 FAQ

What's the cheapest cabin on the Norwegian Viva September 26, 2026 cruise?▾

The lowest currently-tracked fare for this sailing is $2,819 for an Inside cabin. Pricing is updated daily — see the live price chart above for the latest snapshots.

What's the weather like on the Norwegian Viva September 26, 2026 route?▾

Across the ports visited on this 9-night route, September averages 92°F highs and 56°F lows. See the per-port weather forecast section above for daily detail.

How safe is the September 26, 2026 Norwegian Viva 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 Viva sail and return on this itinerary?▾

The Norwegian Viva departs Istanbul, Turkey on Saturday, September 26, 2026 at 5:00 PM and returns on Monday, Oct 5th, 2026 at 6:00 AM. Total duration: 9 nights.

Who is the cruise director for the Norwegian Viva sailing on September 26, 2026?▾

Cruise director assignment for this sail date is not currently confirmed in our records.

Can I track price drops for this Norwegian Viva itinerary?▾

Yes — use the price tracking opt-in on this page to get an email when cabin prices drop for this exact sailing. We snapshot fares daily.

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Last Updated: May 20, 2026