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Sun Princess
Sun Princess
May 9, 2026
14 Night Mediterranean With Greece France & Italy

Sun Princess May 9, 2026

The Sun Princess May 9, 2026 cruise departs from Piraeus (Athens), Greece. On this 14 Night Mediterranean With Greece France & Italy (Athens To Rome) sailing, the Sun Princess will visit a total of 13 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The ship sets sail on Saturday, May 9th and returns on Saturday, May 23rd, 2026.

Cruise Length
14
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Piraeus
Greece
Port Stops
13
Sea Days
2
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Sun Princess · May 9, 2026

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Sun Princess · May 9, 2026

The Sun Princess sails on May 9, 2026 for a 14 Night Mediterranean With Greece France & Italy (Athens To Rome). The ship will depart the port of Piraeus (Athens), Greece at 7:00 PM and will return to the port of Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy on May 23rd at 6:00 AM. During the 15-day journey, the Sun Princess will visit 12 additional ports and will spend 2 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

14 Night Mediterranean With Greece France & Italy (Athens To Rome)

  • MAY09
    Piraeus (Athens), Greece
    Piraeus (Athens), Greece
    A: — - D: 7:00 PM
  • MAY10
    Santorini, Greece
    Santorini, Greece
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 7:00 PM
  • MAY11
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAY12
    Bar, Montenegro
    Bar, Montenegro
    A: 7:30 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • MAY13
    Corfu, Greece
    Corfu, Greece
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • MAY14
    Messina, Sicily
    Messina, Sicily
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • MAY15
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAY16
    Barcelona, Spain
    Barcelona, Spain
    A: 6:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • MAY17
    Palma De Mallorca, Balearic Islands
    Palma De Mallorca, Balearic Islands
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • MAY18
    Marseille (Provence), France
    Marseille (Provence), France
    A: 10:00 AM - D: 8:00 PM
  • MAY19
    Ajaccio, Corsica
    Ajaccio, Corsica
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • MAY20
    Santa Margherita Ligure, Italy
    Santa Margherita Ligure, Italy
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 7:00 PM
  • MAY21
    Genoa, Italy
    Genoa, Italy
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 8:00 PM
  • MAY22
    La Spezia, Italy
    La Spezia, Italy
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 7:00 PM
  • MAY23
    Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy
    Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy
    A: 6:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

May 9, 2026 · 14 Night Mediterranean With Greece France & Italy (Athens To Rome)

Piraeus (Athens), Greece
Day 1•Saturday, May 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. (126 words)

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Santorini, Greece
Day 2•Sunday, May 10

Santorini, Greece

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 7:00 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. (126 words)

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At Sea
Day 3•Monday, May 11

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Bar, Montenegro
Day 4•Tuesday, May 12

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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Corfu, Greece
Day 5•Wednesday, May 13

Corfu, Greece

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 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. (126 words)

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Messina, Sicily
Day 6•Thursday, May 14

Messina, Sicily

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 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. (126 words)

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At Sea
Day 7•Friday, May 15

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Barcelona, Spain
Day 8•Saturday, May 16

Barcelona, Spain

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Barcelona, Spain, offers docking at Barcelona Port. Travelers explore Sagrada Familia and Park Güell. Excursions visit Montserrat Monastery. Local markets sell paella. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for city tours. Photography captures Gaudí architecture and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes tapas, a Spanish favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Catalan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Barcelona’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of modernist landmarks and scenic coasts, making Barcelona an engaging destination for exploring Spain’s Catalan region. (126 words)

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Palma De Mallorca, Balearic Islands
Day 9•Sunday, May 17

Palma De Mallorca, Balearic Islands

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 PM

Palma de Mallorca, Balearic Islands, Spain, offers docking at Palma Port. Travelers explore La Seu Cathedral and Bellver Castle. Excursions visit Valldemossa’s monastery. Local markets sell ensaimada. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Gothic spires and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes sobrasada, a Mallorcan favorite. Souvenirs, like pearl crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Balearic history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Palma’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic coasts, making Palma an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

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Marseille (Provence), France
Day 10•Monday, May 18

Marseille (Provence), France

Arrival: 10:00 AM•Departure: 8:00 PM

Marseille (Provence), France, offers docking at Marseille Port. Travelers explore Notre-Dame de la Garde and Vieux-Port. Excursions visit Aix-en-Provence’s lavender fields. Local markets sell bouillabaisse. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures basilicas and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes ratatouille, a French favorite. Souvenirs, like lavender crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Provençal history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Marseille’s cultural charm offers a vibrant French stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic ports and scenic fields, making Marseille an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

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Ajaccio, Corsica
Day 11•Tuesday, May 19

Ajaccio, Corsica

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Ajaccio, Corsica, offers docking at Ajaccio Port. Travelers explore Napoleon’s Birthplace and Fesch Museum. Excursions visit Calanques de Piana. Local markets sell brocciu cheese. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures historic streets and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes civet de sanglier, a Corsican favorite. Souvenirs, like olive wood crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Corsican history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while sturdy shoes enhance coastal hikes. Ajaccio’s cultural charm offers a vibrant French stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic cliffs, making Ajaccio an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

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Santa Margherita Ligure, Italy
Day 12•Wednesday, May 20

Santa Margherita Ligure, Italy

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 7:00 PM

Santa Margherita Ligure, Italy, offers docking at Santa Margherita Port. Travelers explore Portofino’s harbor and San Fruttuoso Abbey. Excursions visit Cinque Terre villages. Local markets sell focaccia. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colorful villas and Ligurian vistas. Dining onboard includes trofie al pesto, a Ligurian favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Riviera history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance village walks. Santa Margherita’s coastal charm offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of scenic harbors and Ligurian culture, making Santa Margherita an engaging destination for exploration.

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Genoa, Italy
Day 13•Thursday, May 21

Genoa, Italy

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 8:00 PM

Genoa, Italy, offers docking at Genoa Port. Travelers explore Palazzo Ducale and Via Garibaldi. Excursions visit Portofino’s colorful harbor. Local markets sell focaccia. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Renaissance palaces and Ligurian vistas. Dining onboard includes pesto pasta, an Italian favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Genoese history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Genoa’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic coasts, making Genoa an engaging destination for exploring Italy’s Liguria region. (126 words)

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La Spezia, Italy
Day 14•Friday, May 22

La Spezia, Italy

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 7:00 PM

La Spezia, Italy, offers docking at La Spezia Port. Travelers explore Cinque Terre villages and Porto Venere. Excursions visit Pisa’s Leaning Tower. Local markets sell focaccia. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colorful villages and Ligurian vistas. Dining onboard includes pesto pasta, an Italian favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Ligurian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while sturdy shoes enhance village hikes. La Spezia’s coastal charm offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of UNESCO villages and scenic coasts, making La Spezia an engaging destination. (126 words)

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Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy
Day 15•Saturday, May 23

Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: —

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. (126 words)

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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
72 / 100
safer than 72% of all cruises
72
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.
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
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.
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.
7
/ 10
Messina, Sicily
Messina
Travelers in Messina should stay vigilant against petty theft and pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas like the port and markets.
7
/ 10
Barcelona, Spain
Barcelona
Travelers should stay vigilant against pickpocketing in crowded areas and secure their belongings to ensure safety while enjoying the city.
7
/ 10
Palma De Mallorca, Balearic Islands
Palma De Mallorc
Palma de Mallorca is a safe cruise destination, but travelers should stay vigilant against pickpocketing in crowded areas.
6
/ 10
Marseille (Provence), France
Marseille
Travelers in Marseille should stay vigilant in certain neighborhoods due to higher crime rates and secure their belongings in crowded areas.
8
/ 10
Ajaccio, Corsica
Ajaccio
Ajaccio is generally safe for cruise travelers, but vigilance is advised in tourist areas during peak season to prevent petty theft.
8
/ 10
Santa Margherita Ligure, Italy
Santa Margherita
Santa Margherita Ligure is a safe cruise destination with low violent crime, though travelers should remain cautious of petty theft.
7
/ 10
Genoa, Italy
Genoa
Genoa is generally safe for cruise travelers, but they should stay vigilant against petty crime and secure their belongings in crowded areas.
8
/ 10
La Spezia, Italy
La Spezia
La Spezia is generally safe for travelers, but they should remain vigilant against pickpocketing in crowded areas.
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.

Cruise Ship

Sun Princess

⚓ 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 May 9, 2026?

This is a 14-night cruise itinerary departing from Piraeus (Athens), Greece.

What ports does the Sun Princess visit on the May 9, 2026 cruise?

This route includes athens-greece, santorini-greece, bar-montenegro, corfu-greece, messina-sicily, barcelona-spain, palma-de-mallorca-spain, marseille-france, ajaccio-corsica, santa-margherita-ligure-italy, genoa-italy, la-spezia-italy, rome-italy.

How many sea days are included on this Sun Princess May 9, 2026 itinerary?

This itinerary includes 2 sea days.

Who is the cruise director for the Sun Princess sailing on May 9, 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.

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