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9 nights · 9 ports
Round-trip · Civitavecchia, Italy
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October 12, 2028

9-Night Greco-Roman Exploration aboard Seven Seas Explorer · Departing October 12, 2028 from the Port of Civitavecchia, Italy.

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// AT A GLANCE

This 9-night cruise aboard the Seven Seas Explorer departs from Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy on Thursday, October 12, 2028 and returns on Saturday, Oct 21st. October weather across this route averages 85°/52°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.4 out of 10, averaged across 9 ports.

ITINERARY SAFETY SCORE
7.4OUT OF 10
MODERATE TIER
Safer than 74% of all cruises
Ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
01
9
night cruise
Thu → Sat
02
Civitavecchia
departure port
Italy
03
9
port stops
Exploration
04
1
sea day
Day 5
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The Seven Seas Explorer, operated by Regent Seven Seas, sets sail on Thursday, October 12, 2028 from Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy for a 9-night Greco-Roman Exploration cruise. This itinerary includes 9 unique port stops and 1 day at sea. October weather across the route averages 85°F highs and 52°F lows. The itinerary safety score is 7.4 out of 10, combining travel advisories, crime statistics, and Global Peace Index data. Fare tracking is available for inside, oceanview, balcony, and suite cabin categories. Gangwaze monitors pricing daily so you can set a price-drop alert and book when the fare is right. Explore the full day-by-day port schedule, shore excursion options, onboard amenities, and weather forecasts for each stop on this Seven Seas Explorer sailing.

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9 Night Greco-Roman Exploration (Rome To Athens) Cruise Map

Interactive Itinerary MapOCTOBER 12, 2028
The Seven Seas Explorer sails on October 12, 2028 for a 9 Night Greco-Roman Exploration (Rome To Athens) (Civitavecchia (Rome) Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy at 4:00 PM and will return to the port of Piraeus (Athens), Greece on Oct 21st at 5:30 AM. During the 10-day journey, the Seven Seas Explorer will visit 8 additional ports and will spend 1 day at sea.
// CRUISE PORT SCHEDULE
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9 NIGHTS · 8 PORTS
ROUND-TRIP · CIVITAVECCHIA (ROME)
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9 Night Greco-Roman Exploration (Rome To Athens) Port List

Seven Seas Explorer·October 12, 2028
Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy — Day 1 of Seven Seas Explorer October 12, 2028 cruise
DAY
1
EMBARKATION
THURSDAY·OCT 12

Civitavecchia (Rome)

Italy
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
4:00 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.

Salerno (naples), Italy — Day 2 of Seven Seas Explorer October 12, 2028 cruise
DAY
2
PORT 1
FRIDAY·OCT 13

Salerno (naples)

Italy
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
8:00 AM
6:00 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.

Messina, Sicily — Day 3 of Seven Seas Explorer October 12, 2028 cruise
DAY
3
PORT 2
SATURDAY·OCT 14

Messina

Sicily
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
8:00 AM
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.

Valletta, Malta — Day 4 of Seven Seas Explorer October 12, 2028 cruise
DAY
4
PORT 3
SUNDAY·OCT 15

Valletta

Malta
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
8:00 AM
6:00 PM

Valletta, Malta, offers docking at Valletta Port. Travelers explore St. John’s Co-Cathedral and Upper Barrakka Gardens. Excursions visit Mdina’s medieval walls. Local markets sell pastizzi. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Baroque architecture and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes rabbit stew, a Maltese favorite. Souvenirs, like lace crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Knights of Malta history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Valletta’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Maltese stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of UNESCO landmarks and scenic harbors, making Valletta an engaging destination.

Argostoli, Kefalonia, Greece — Day 6 of Seven Seas Explorer October 12, 2028 cruise
DAY
6
PORT 5
TUESDAY·OCT 17

Argostoli

Kefalonia, Greece
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
8:00 AM
6:00 PM

Argostoli, Kefalonia, Greece, offers docking at Argostoli Port. Travelers explore Melissani Cave and Myrtos Beach. Excursions include wine-tasting at Robola vineyards. Local markets sell baklava. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures turquoise caves and Ionian vistas. Dining onboard includes kleftiko, a Greek 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. Argostoli’s coastal charm offers a vibrant Greek stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural wonders and scenic beaches, making Argostoli an engaging destination for exploration.

Gythion, Greece — Day 7 of Seven Seas Explorer October 12, 2028 cruise
DAY
7
PORT 6
WEDNESDAY·OCT 18

Gythion

Greece
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
8:00 AM
6:00 PM

Gythion, Greece, has docking at Gythion Port. Travelers explore the Peloponnese’s charming waterfront and ancient theater. Excursions visit Mystras’ Byzantine ruins, a UNESCO site. Local markets sell olive oil. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather. Photography captures harbor views and medieval castles. Dining onboard includes souvlaki, a Greek favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic tiles, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Spartan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate. Sturdy shoes enhance ruin walks. Gythion’s historic charm offers a tranquil Greek stop, blending coastal beauty with ancient heritage.

Iraklion (heraklion), Crete — Day 8 of Seven Seas Explorer October 12, 2028 cruise
DAY
8
PORT 7
THURSDAY·OCT 19

Iraklion (heraklion)

Crete
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
8:00 AM
6:00 PM

Iraklion (Heraklion), Crete, offers docking at Heraklion Port. Travelers explore Knossos Palace and Heraklion Archaeological Museum. Excursions visit Phaistos ruins. Local markets sell dakos. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Minoan ruins and Aegean vistas. Dining onboard includes moussaka, a Greek favorite. Souvenirs, like olive oil, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Minoan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance ruin walks. Heraklion’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Greek stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ancient landmarks and scenic coasts, making Heraklion an engaging destination for exploration.

Mykonos, Greece — Day 9 of Seven Seas Explorer October 12, 2028 cruise
DAY
9
PORT 8
FRIDAY·OCT 20

Mykonos

Greece
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
8:00 AM
6:00 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.

Piraeus (Athens), Greece — Day 10 of Seven Seas Explorer October 12, 2028 cruise
DAY
10
DISEMBARKATION
SATURDAY·OCT 21

Piraeus (Athens)

Greece
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
5:30 AM

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.

// 05 · WEATHER

9 Night Greco-Roman Exploration (Rome To Athens) Weather Forecast

Seven Seas Explorer·October 12, 2028
OCT FORECAST · CIVITAVECCHIA (ROME)
Historical monthly averages for travelers visiting this port.
63°
AVG · °F
Mostly sunny days
AVG HIGH
79°
AVG LOW
48°
AVG RAINFALL
3.4"
Source: 30-year historical climate averages via Open-Meteo
// YEAR-ROUND AT CIVITAVECCHIA (ROME)
Average monthly temperature and rainfall. Your sail month is highlighted.
AVG TEMP °FRAINFALL IN
63°JANFEBMARAPRMAYJUNJULAUGSEPOCTNOVDEC12-MONTH AVERAGE · DATA: 30-YEAR HISTORICAL
// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS

Seven Seas Explorer October 12, 2028 Excursions

Seven Seas Explorer·October 12, 2028

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

9 Night Greco-Roman Exploration (Rome To Athens)

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 AVERAGE
MODERATE TIER
0OUT OF 100
LOWHIGH
Safer than 74% of all cruises
7.4/10 itinerary average · ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
// HOW WE SCORE
Four signals, weighted by recency.

Scores combine recent crime reports, government travel advisories, Global Peace Index rankings, and port-specific security incidents. Refreshed monthly.

8.0 – 10.0
Safe — Low-risk; standard precautions apply.
6.5 – 7.9
Moderate — Generally safe with normal vigilance.
5.0 – 6.4
Caution — Stay alert; avoid certain areas after dark.
0 – 4.9
High caution — Significant risk; book guided excursions.
REFRESHED MONTHLY
// PORT-BY-PORT BREAKDOWN09 PORTS
01

Civitavecchia (Rome) 🇮🇹

Italy · ItalyMODERATE

Civitavecchia is generally safe, but travelers should remain vigilant against petty theft and scams in crowded areas and near attractions.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
02

Salerno (naples) 🇮🇹

Italy · ItalyMODERATE

Travelers in Salerno should remain vigilant against petty theft and pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas and certain neighborhoods.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
03

Messina 🇮🇹

Sicily · ItalyMODERATE

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

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
04

Valletta 🇲🇹

Malta · MaltaSAFE

Valletta is a safe cruise destination, but travelers should stay vigilant against petty theft in crowded areas while enjoying the sights.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
05

Argostoli 🇬🇷

Kefalonia, Greece · GreeceSAFE

Argostoli is a safe destination with a low crime rate, but travelers should stay vigilant against petty theft in crowded areas.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
06

Gythion 🇬🇷

Greece · GreeceSAFE

Gythion, Greece, is a safe destination for cruise travelers, but they should remain mindful of their belongings while exploring.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
07

Iraklion (heraklion) 🇬🇷

Crete · GreeceMODERATE

Iraklion is generally safe for tourists, but caution is advised in crowded areas and certain neighborhoods, especially at night.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
08

Mykonos 🇬🇷

Greece · GreeceMODERATE

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

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
09

Piraeus (Athens) 🇬🇷

Greece · GreeceMODERATE

Piraeus is generally safe for cruise travelers, but caution is advised at night and in crowded areas due to petty theft and potential disruptions.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
// 08 · CRUISE SHIP

Seven Seas Explorer Ship Overview

Specs & DetailsREGENT SEVEN SEAS
Seven Seas Explorer
REGENT SEVEN SEAS · EXPLORER
CHRISTENED
2016
STATEROOMS
0
TONNAGE
54,000GT
17.9% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 45,810 GT
YEAR BUILT
2016
8 YEARS NEWER· vs avg 2008
LENGTH
ft
· vs avg — ft
PASSENGER COUNT
738cruisers
5.8% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 697 cruisers
// ABOUT THE SHIP

The Seven Seas Explorer has a construction date of 2016 and a total size of 54,000 gross tons. The ship measures — feet in length. Seven Seas Explorer is included in Regent Seven Seas's Explorer class. At full capacity, the Seven Seas Explorer holds 738 passengers. That includes 738 cruise vacationers and — staff members. The Seven Seas Explorer total number of staterooms is 0.

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