Sirena
May 15, 2027

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.

Returning to Istanbul — see Day 1 above for port info.

Mytilene, Lesvos, Greece, offers docking at Mytilene Port. Travelers explore the Castle of Mytilene and Museum of Theophilos’ folk art. Excursions visit Molyvos’ medieval village. Local markets sell ouzo. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for sightseeing. Photography captures Byzantine fortifications and Aegean vistas. Dining onboard includes ladotyri, a Lesvos cheese dish. Souvenirs, like olive oil, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Lesvos’ history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance castle walks. Mytilene’s rich history and island charm offer a vibrant Greek stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ancient fortresses, artistic heritage, and scenic coastlines, making Mytilene an engaging destination for exploring Lesvos’ cultural and natural treasures in the Aegean.

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.

Mylos (Milos), Greece, offers docking at Adamas Port. Travelers explore Sarakiniko’s lunar-like beaches and ancient catacombs. Excursions visit Kleftiko’s sea caves by boat. Local markets sell thyme honey. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures volcanic landscapes and Aegean vistas. Dining onboard includes moussaka, a Greek favorite. Souvenirs, like obsidian crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Cycladic history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while water shoes enhance beach exploration. Milos’ unique geological beauty offers a serene Greek stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of stunning beaches, historic sites, and coastal caves, making Milos an engaging destination for exploring Greece’s natural wonders and cultural heritage in the Aegean Sea.

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.

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.

Positano, Italy, has no docking; ships anchor offshore with tenders to the Amalfi Coast. Travelers explore colorful cliffside villages and Spiaggia Grande. Excursions visit Amalfi’s cathedral. Local markets sell limoncello. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures pastel houses and Tyrrhenian vistas. Dining onboard includes spaghetti alle vongole, an Italian favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramics, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Amalfi history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance village walks. Positano’s picturesque charm offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of scenic coastlines, historic sites, and coastal culture, making Positano an engaging destination for exploring Italy’s Amalfi Coast beauty.

Porto Cervo, Sardinia, Italy, offers docking at Porto Cervo Marina. Travelers explore the glamorous Costa Smeralda and Stella Maris Church. Excursions include yacht tours to La Maddalena archipelago. Local markets sell pecorino. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures emerald waters and luxury yachts. Dining onboard includes culurgiones, a Sardinian favorite. Souvenirs, like cork crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Sardinia’s history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while water shoes enhance beach exploration. Porto Cervo’s upscale allure offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of luxury, scenic islands, and Sardinian culture, making Porto Cervo an engaging destination for exploring Italy’s Costa Smeralda.

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.