Brilliance of the Seas itinerary map for August 8, 2025 (7 nights)
Brilliance of the Seas cruise ship

Brilliance of the Seas — August 8, 20257-Night Greece Cyprus & Turkey on Royal Caribbean

This 7-night cruise aboard the Brilliance of the Seas departs from Piraeus (Athens), Greece on Friday, August 8, 2025 and returns on Friday, Aug 15th. August weather across this route averages 99°/68°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.3 out of 10, averaged across 6 ports.

Cruise Length
7
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Piraeus
Greece
Port Stops
6
Sea Days
1

Cruise Price - Brilliance of the Seas August 8, 2025

Brilliance of the Seas · August 8, 2025

The graph below tracks historic price of the Brilliance of the Seas cruise ship departing August 8, 2025. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $2,065 ($295 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,521 ($218 per night), this represents a recent increase of 36%.

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Inside
$2,065
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Oceanview
$1,927
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Balcony
$4,489
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Suite
$2,747

Price History – Brilliance of the Seas August 8, 2025

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Brilliance of the Seas
August 8, 2025
$2,065
36% vs avg: $1,521

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Cruise Itinerary Map - 7 Night Greece Cyprus & Turkey (Athens Roundtrip)

Brilliance of the Seas · August 8, 2025

The Brilliance of the Seas sails on August 8, 2025 for a 7 Night Greece Cyprus & Turkey (Athens Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Piraeus (Athens), Greece at 5:00 PM and will return to the port of Piraeus (Athens), Greece on Aug 15th at 5:00 AM. During the 8-day journey, the Brilliance of the Seas will visit 5 additional ports and will spend 1 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

7 Night Greece Cyprus & Turkey (Athens Roundtrip)

  • AUG08
    Piraeus (Athens), Greece
    Piraeus (Athens), Greece
    A: — - D: 5:00 PM
  • AUG09
    Santorini, Greece
    Santorini, Greece
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 9:00 PM
  • AUG10
    Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey
    Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • AUG11
    Bodrum, Turkey
    Bodrum, Turkey
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • AUG12
    Limassol, Cyprus
    Limassol, Cyprus
    A: 1:00 PM - D: 8:00 PM
  • AUG13
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • AUG14
    Mykonos, Greece
    Mykonos, Greece
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • AUG15
    Piraeus (Athens), Greece
    Piraeus (Athens), Greece
    A: 5:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

August 8, 2025 · 7 Night Greece Cyprus & Turkey (Athens Roundtrip)

Piraeus (Athens), Greece — Day 1 of Brilliance of the Seas August 8, 2025 cruise
Day 1•Friday, Aug 8

Piraeus (Athens), Greece

Arrival: —•Departure: 5:00 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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Santorini, Greece — Day 2 of Brilliance of the Seas August 8, 2025 cruise
Day 2•Saturday, Aug 9

Santorini, Greece

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 9:00 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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey — Day 3 of Brilliance of the Seas August 8, 2025 cruise
Day 3•Sunday, Aug 10

Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Bodrum, Turkey — Day 4 of Brilliance of the Seas August 8, 2025 cruise
Day 4•Monday, Aug 11

Bodrum, Turkey

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 PM

Bodrum, Turkey, docks at Bodrum Cruise Port, a 10-minute walk to the town center, population 180,000. Travelers visit the 15th-century Castle of St. Peter, housing an underwater archaeology museum. Local markets sell Turkish delight. Excursions to Ephesus, 2 hours north, explore Roman ruins. Gümüşlük Beach, 30 minutes west, offers snorkeling. Peak season May to October; taxis 20-50 TRY. Dining includes meze at seaside tavernas. Souvenirs feature evil eye charms.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Limassol, Cyprus — Day 5 of Brilliance of the Seas August 8, 2025 cruise
Day 5•Tuesday, Aug 12

Limassol, Cyprus

Arrival: 1:00 PM•Departure: 8:00 PM

Limassol, Cyprus, has docking at Limassol Port. Travelers explore Kourion’s ancient amphitheater. Excursions visit Omodos’ wine villages. Local markets sell commandaria wine. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather. Photography captures Roman ruins and Mediterranean shores. Dining onboard includes souvlaki, a Cypriot favorite. Souvenirs, like lace crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Cypriot history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate. Comfortable shoes enhance ruin tours. Limassol’s historic charm offers a vibrant Cypriot stop, blending archaeology with coastal beauty.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Day 6 at sea — Brilliance of the Seas August 8, 2025 itinerary
Day 6•Wednesday, Aug 13

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Brilliance of the Seas — featuring Concierge Club, Card Room, The Colony Club & Photo Gallery.

Mykonos, Greece — Day 7 of Brilliance of the Seas August 8, 2025 cruise
Day 7•Thursday, Aug 14

Mykonos, Greece

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Piraeus (Athens), Greece — Day 8 of Brilliance of the Seas August 8, 2025 cruise
Day 8•Friday, Aug 15

Piraeus (Athens), Greece

Arrival: 5:00 AM•Departure: —

Returning to Piraeus (Athens), Greece — see Day 1 above for port info.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link

Weather Forecast

Brilliance of the Seas - August 8, 2025 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Piraeus (Athens), Greece

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August

Typical Weather

105°F

Average High

66°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.01in

Daily average

0.3 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
73 / 100
safer than 73% of all cruises
73
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
Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey
Kusadasi
Kusadasi is generally safe for travelers, but they should remain vigilant against petty crime and safeguard personal belongings.
7
/ 10
Bodrum, Turkey
Bodrum
Bodrum is generally safe, but travelers should stay vigilant in crowded areas to prevent petty crimes like pickpocketing.
8
/ 10
Limassol, Cyprus
Limassol
Limassol is generally safe for cruise travelers, but visitors should remain cautious in crowded areas to prevent theft and scams.
8
/ 10
Mykonos, Greece
Mykonos
Travelers in Mykonos should remain vigilant against petty theft and scams, especially in crowded areas during peak season.

Cruise Ship

Brilliance of the Seas

⚓ Tonnage

90,090

vs avg 162,993

🛠️ Year Built

2,002

vs avg 2,010

📏 Length (ft)

962

vs avg 1,085

👥 Passenger Count

2,145

vs avg 4,184

The Brilliance of the Seas has a construction date of 2002 and a total size of 90,090 gross tons. The ship measures 962 feet in length. Brilliance of the Seas is included in Royal Caribbean’s Radiance class. At full capacity, the Brilliance of the Seas holds 2,145 passengers. That includes 1,297 cruise vacationers and 848 staff members. The Brilliance of the Seas total number of staterooms is 1,074.

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Brilliance of the Seas August 8, 2025 FAQ

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What's the weather like on the Brilliance of the Seas August 8, 2025 route?▾

Across the ports visited on this 7-night route, August averages 99°F highs and 68°F lows. See the per-port weather forecast section above for daily detail.

How safe is the August 8, 2025 Brilliance of the Seas itinerary?▾

This itinerary scores 7.3 out of 10 on the Gangwaze Itinerary Safety Score, averaged across 6 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 Brilliance of the Seas sail and return on this itinerary?▾

The Brilliance of the Seas departs Piraeus (Athens), Greece on Friday, August 8, 2025 at 5:00 PM and returns on Friday, Aug 15th, 2025 at 5:00 AM. Total duration: 7 nights.

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Last Updated: May 19, 2026