What ports does the Sun Princess visit on July 9th, 2025?

This itinerary visits the following ports: 1. Piraeus (Athens), Greece, 2. Bar, Montenegro, 3. Corfu, Greece, 4. Messina, Sicily, 5. Chania, Crete, 6. Mykonos, Greece, 7. Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey, 8. Istanbul, Turkey.

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10 Night Adriatic & Aegean Seas on Princess Sun Princess

July 9, 2025

Sun Princess July 9, 2025

The Sun Princess July 9, 2025 cruise departs from Piraeus (Athens), Greece. On this 10 Night Adriatic & Aegean Seas (Athens To Trieste) sailing, the Sun Princess will visit a total of 8 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The ship sets sail on Wednesday, Jul 9th and returns on Saturday, Jul 19th, 2025.

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Departure Port

Piraeus

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Sun Princess · July 9, 2025

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Sun Princess · July 9, 2025

The Sun Princess sails on July 9, 2025 for a 10 Night Adriatic & Aegean Seas (Athens To Trieste). The ship will depart the port of Piraeus (Athens), Greece at 7:00 PM and will return to the port of Istanbul, Turkey on Jul 19th at 6:00 AM. During the 11-day journey, the Sun Princess will visit 7 additional ports and will spend 2 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

10 Night Adriatic & Aegean Seas (Athens To Trieste)

JUL09
Piraeus (Athens), Greece
A: — - D: 7:00 PM
JUL10
At Sea
A: — - D: —
JUL11
Bar, Montenegro
A: 7:30 AM - D: 6:00 PM
JUL12
Corfu, Greece
A: 7:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
JUL13
Messina, Sicily
A: 8:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
JUL14
At Sea
A: — - D: —
JUL15
Chania, Crete
A: 7:00 AM - D: 9:00 PM
JUL16
Mykonos, Greece
A: 8:00 AM - D: 9:00 PM
JUL17
Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey
A: 7:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
JUL18
Istanbul, Turkey
A: 1:00 PM - D: —
JUL19
Istanbul, Turkey
A: 6:00 AM - D: —

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Cruise Ports

July 9, 2025 · 10 Night Adriatic & Aegean Seas (Athens To Trieste)

Day 1•Wednesday, Jul 9

Piraeus (Athens), Greece

Arrival: —•Departure: 7:00 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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Day 2•Thursday, Jul 10

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Day 3•Friday, Jul 11

Bar, Montenegro

Arrival: 7:30 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.

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Day 4•Saturday, Jul 12

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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Day 5•Sunday, Jul 13

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.

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Day 6•Monday, Jul 14

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Day 7•Tuesday, Jul 15

Chania, Crete

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 9:00 PM

Chania, Crete, Greece, docks at Souda Port, 7 kilometers from downtown, with taxis for 15-minute rides. The city, population 50,000, features the 16th-century Venetian Harbor. Travelers visit the Archaeological Museum for Minoan artifacts. Local markets sell raki. Excursions to Samaria Gorge, 1 hour south, offer hikes. Peak season May to September; taxis 5-10 EUR. Dining includes bougatsa at harbor cafes. Souvenirs feature olive oil soaps.

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Day 8•Wednesday, Jul 16

Mykonos, Greece

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 9:00 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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Day 9•Thursday, Jul 17

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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Day 10•Friday, Jul 18

Istanbul, Turkey

Arrival: 1:00 PM•Departure: —

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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Day 11•Saturday, Jul 19

Istanbul, Turkey

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: —

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Weather Forecast

Sun Princess - July 9, 2025 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Piraeus (Athens), Greece

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July

Typical Weather

108°F

Average High

66°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.01in

Daily average

0.5 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

/ 10

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.

/ 10

Bar

Bar is generally safe for cruise travelers, but caution is advised due to potential petty crime in tourist areas and less populated regions.

/ 10

Corfu

Travelers to Corfu should remain vigilant in crowded areas to prevent pickpocketing and scams while enjoying the island's attractions.

/ 10

Messina

Travelers in Messina should stay vigilant against petty theft and pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas like the port and markets.

/ 10

Chania

Chania is a safe tourist destination with a low crime rate, though visitors should remain vigilant in busy areas to avoid minor theft.

/ 10

Mykonos

Travelers in Mykonos should remain vigilant against petty theft and scams, especially in crowded areas during peak season.

/ 10

Kusadasi

Kusadasi is generally safe for travelers, but they should remain vigilant against petty crime and safeguard personal belongings.

/ 10

Istanbul

Travelers in Istanbul should stay vigilant against petty theft and scams, especially in crowded areas, and remain aware of their surroundings.

Cruise Ship

⚓ Tonnage

175,500

vs avg 128,868

🛠️ Year Built

2,024

vs avg 2,011

📏 Length (ft)

1,132

vs avg 1,020

👥 Passenger Count

4,310

vs avg 3,197

The Sun Princess has a construction date of 2024 and a total size of 175,500 gross tons. The ship measures 1,132 feet in length. Sun Princess is included in Princess’s Sphere class. At full capacity, the Sun Princess holds 4,310 passengers. That includes 2,760 cruise vacationers and 1,550 staff members. The Sun Princess total number of staterooms is 2,157.

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Itinerary FAQ

How many nights is the Sun Princess sailing on July 9, 2025?

This is a 10-night cruise itinerary departing from Piraeus (Athens), Greece.

What ports does the Sun Princess visit on the July 9, 2025 cruise?

This route includes athens-greece, bar-montenegro, corfu-greece, messina-sicily, chania-crete, mykonos-greece, kusadasi-turkey, istanbul-turkey.

How many sea days are included on this Sun Princess July 9, 2025 itinerary?

This itinerary includes 2 sea days.

Who is the cruise director for the Sun Princess sailing on July 9, 2025?

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 Sun Princess itinerary?

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Last Updated: Apr 1, 2026