Nautica itinerary map for May 1, 2026 (10 nights)
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Nautica — May 1, 202610-Night Italian & Aegean Idyll on Oceania

This 10-night cruise aboard the Nautica departs from Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy on Friday, May 1, 2026 and returns on Monday, May 11th. May weather across this route averages 90°/50°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.0 out of 10, averaged across 10 ports.

Cruise Length
10
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Civitavecchia
Italy
Port Stops
10
Sea Days
1

Cruise Price - Nautica May 1, 2026

Nautica · May 1, 2026

The graph below tracks historic price of the Nautica cruise ship departing May 1, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $2,450 ($245 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $3,081 ($309 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 20%.

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Inside
$2,450
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Oceanview
$2,710
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Balcony
$3,735
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Suite
$5,490

Price History – Nautica May 1, 2026

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May 1, 2026
$2,450
20% vs avg: $3,081

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Cruise Itinerary Map - 10 Night Italian & Aegean Idyll (Rome To Athens)

Nautica · May 1, 2026

The Nautica sails on May 1, 2026 for a 10 Night Italian & Aegean Idyll (Rome To Athens). The ship will depart the port of Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy at 5:00 PM and will return to the port of Piraeus (Athens), Greece on May 11th at 8:00 AM. During the 11-day journey, the Nautica will visit 9 additional ports and will spend 1 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

10 Night Italian & Aegean Idyll (Rome To Athens)

  • MAY01
    Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy
    Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy
    A: — - D: 5:00 PM
  • MAY02
    Salerno (naples), Italy
    Salerno (naples), Italy
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 7:00 PM
  • MAY03
    Trapani, Sicily
    Trapani, Sicily
    A: 9:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • MAY04
    Tunis, Tunisia
    Tunis, Tunisia
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 2:00 PM
  • MAY05
    Catania, Sicily
    Catania, Sicily
    A: 11:00 AM - D: 7:00 PM
  • MAY06
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAY07
    Katakolon (Olympia), Greece
    Katakolon (Olympia), Greece
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • MAY08
    Monemvasia, Greece
    Monemvasia, Greece
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • MAY09
    Santorini, Greece
    Santorini, Greece
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 8:00 PM
  • MAY10
    Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey
    Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • MAY11
    Piraeus (Athens), Greece
    Piraeus (Athens), Greece
    A: 8:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

May 1, 2026 · 10 Night Italian & Aegean Idyll (Rome To Athens)

Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy — Day 1 of Nautica May 1, 2026 cruise
Day 1•Friday, May 1

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.

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Salerno (naples), Italy — Day 2 of Nautica May 1, 2026 cruise
Day 2•Saturday, May 2

Salerno (naples), Italy

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 7:00 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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Trapani, Sicily — Day 3 of Nautica May 1, 2026 cruise
Day 3•Sunday, May 3

Trapani, Sicily

Arrival: 9:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Trapani, Sicily, offers docking at Trapani Port. Travelers explore Salt Pans and Erice’s medieval village. Excursions visit Segesta’s ancient temple. Local markets sell couscous al pesce. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures windmills and Tyrrhenian vistas. Dining onboard includes pasta con le sarde, a Sicilian favorite. Souvenirs, like coral crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Phoenician history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while sturdy shoes enhance village hikes. Trapani’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic sites and scenic coasts, making Trapani an engaging destination for exploration.

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Tunis, Tunisia — Day 4 of Nautica May 1, 2026 cruise
Day 4•Monday, May 4

Tunis, Tunisia

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 2:00 PM

Tunis, Tunisia, offers docking at La Goulette Port. Travelers explore Carthage Ruins and Medina of Tunis. Excursions visit Sidi Bou Said’s blue streets. Local markets sell brik. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures ancient ruins and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes couscous, a Tunisian favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Phoenician history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance medina walks. Tunis’ historic charm offers a vibrant Tunisian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of UNESCO sites and cultural markets, making Tunis an engaging destination for exploration.

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Catania, Sicily — Day 5 of Nautica May 1, 2026 cruise
Day 5•Tuesday, May 5

Catania, Sicily

Arrival: 11:00 AM•Departure: 7:00 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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Day 6 at sea — Nautica May 1, 2026 itinerary
Day 6•Wednesday, May 6

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Nautica — explore the ship's signature dining, entertainment, and onboard activities.

Katakolon (Olympia), Greece — Day 7 of Nautica May 1, 2026 cruise
Day 7•Thursday, May 7

Katakolon (Olympia), Greece

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 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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Monemvasia, Greece — Day 8 of Nautica May 1, 2026 cruise
Day 8•Friday, May 8

Monemvasia, Greece

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Monemvasia, Greece, has no docking; ships anchor offshore with tenders to the medieval island. Travelers explore the Byzantine fortress and Upper Town’s churches. Excursions visit Elafonisos’ beaches. Local markets sell olive oil. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for historic tours. Photography captures stone alleys and Aegean vistas. Dining onboard includes moussaka, a Greek favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic plates, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Byzantine history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance fortress walks. Monemvasia’s medieval charm offers a serene Greek stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a blend of historic fortifications, scenic coastlines, and island tranquility, making Monemvasia an ideal destination for exploring Greece’s Byzantine legacy and picturesque Peloponnese beauty in a unique rock-island setting.

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Santorini, Greece — Day 9 of Nautica May 1, 2026 cruise
Day 9•Saturday, May 9

Santorini, Greece

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 8:00 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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Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey — Day 10 of Nautica May 1, 2026 cruise
Day 10•Sunday, May 10

Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 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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Piraeus (Athens), Greece — Day 11 of Nautica May 1, 2026 cruise
Day 11•Monday, May 11

Piraeus (Athens), Greece

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: —

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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Weather Forecast

Nautica - May 1, 2026 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy

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May

Typical Weather

80°F

Average High

49°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.07in

Daily average

2.2 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
70 / 100
safer than 70% of all cruises
70
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
Trapani, Sicily
Trapani
Travelers should remain vigilant against pickpocketing and petty theft in crowded areas while enjoying the culture and scenery.
5
/ 10
Tunis, Tunisia
Tunis
Travelers should stay vigilant in Tunis due to moderate crime, especially outside tourist zones, and remain aware of political instability.
7
/ 10
Catania, Sicily
Catania
Catania is generally safe for cruise travelers, but caution is advised in crowded areas to avoid petty crime.
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.
8
/ 10
Monemvasia, Greece
Monemvasia
Monemvasia offers a safe environment for travelers, but caution is advised in less populated areas to ensure a secure experience.
9
/ 10
Santorini, Greece
Santorini
Santorini is safe for travelers, but they should stay vigilant in crowded areas for pickpocketing and be cautious of traffic hazards.
7
/ 10
Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey
Kusadasi
Kusadasi is generally safe for travelers, but they should remain vigilant against petty crime and safeguard personal belongings.
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.

Cruise Ship

Nautica

⚓ Tonnage

30,300

vs avg 42,200

🛠️ Year Built

2,000

vs avg 2,003

📏 Length (ft)

594

vs avg 671

👥 Passenger Count

698

vs avg 882

The Nautica has a construction date of 2000 and a total size of 30,300 gross tons. The ship measures 594 feet in length. Nautica is included in Oceania’s Regatta class. At full capacity, the Nautica holds 698 passengers. That includes 298 cruise vacationers and 400 staff members. The Nautica total number of staterooms is 0.

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What's the weather like on the Nautica May 1, 2026 route?▾

Across the ports visited on this 10-night route, May averages 90°F highs and 50°F lows. See the per-port weather forecast section above for daily detail.

How safe is the May 1, 2026 Nautica itinerary?▾

This itinerary scores 7.0 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 Nautica sail and return on this itinerary?▾

The Nautica departs Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy on Friday, May 1, 2026 at 5:00 PM and returns on Monday, May 11th, 2026 at 8:00 AM. Total duration: 10 nights.

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Last Updated: May 18, 2026