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Brilliance of the Seas

7 Night Italy Croatia & The Adriatic on Royal Caribbean Brilliance of the Seas

September 21, 2026

Brilliance of the Seas September 21, 2026

The Brilliance of the Seas September 21, 2026 cruise departs from Ravenna, Italy. On this 7 Night Italy Croatia & The Adriatic (Ravenna To Rome) sailing, the Brilliance of the Seas will visit a total of 7 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The ship sets sail on Monday, Sep 21st and returns on Monday, Sep 28th, 2026.

Cruise Length
7
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Ravenna
Italy
Port Stops
7
Sea Days
1
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Brilliance of the Seas · September 21, 2026

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Brilliance of the Seas · September 21, 2026

The Brilliance of the Seas sails on September 21, 2026 for a 7 Night Italy Croatia & The Adriatic (Ravenna To Rome). The ship will depart the port of Ravenna, Italy at 5:00 PM and will return to the port of Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy on Sep 28th at 5:00 AM. During the 8-day journey, the Brilliance of the Seas will visit 6 additional ports and will spend 1 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

7 Night Italy Croatia & The Adriatic (Ravenna To Rome)

  • SEP21
    Ravenna, Italy
    Ravenna, Italy
    A: — - D: 5:00 PM
  • SEP22
    Trieste, Italy
    Trieste, Italy
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • SEP23
    Split, Croatia
    Split, Croatia
    A: 9:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • SEP24
    Dubrovnik, Croatia
    Dubrovnik, Croatia
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • SEP25
    Sarande, Albania
    Sarande, Albania
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • SEP26
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • SEP27
    Naples, Italy
    Naples, Italy
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • SEP28
    Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy
    Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy
    A: 5:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

September 21, 2026 · 7 Night Italy Croatia & The Adriatic (Ravenna To Rome)

Ravenna, Italy
Day 1•Monday, Sep 21

Ravenna, Italy

Arrival: —•Departure: 5:00 PM

Ravenna, Italy, offers docking at Ravenna Port. Travelers explore UNESCO-listed Byzantine mosaics and Dante’s tomb. Excursions visit Bologna’s medieval towers. Local markets sell piadina. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather for historic tours. Photography captures ancient basilicas and Adriatic vistas. Dining onboard includes tortellini, an Emilia-Romagna favorite. Souvenirs, like mosaic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Byzantine history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance mosaic walks. Ravenna’s artistic heritage offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic mosaics, cultural landmarks, and coastal charm, making Ravenna an engaging destination for exploring Italy’s Adriatic heritage.

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Trieste, Italy
Day 2•Tuesday, Sep 22

Trieste, Italy

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Trieste, Italy, offers docking at Trieste Port. Travelers explore Piazza Unità d’Italia and Miramare Castle. Excursions visit Postojna Cave in Slovenia. Local markets sell gnocchi. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Habsburg architecture and Adriatic vistas. Dining onboard includes jota, a Triestine favorite. Souvenirs, like glass crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Austro-Hungarian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Trieste’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic plazas and scenic coasts, making Trieste an engaging destination for exploring Italy’s Adriatic hub.

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Split, Croatia
Day 3•Wednesday, Sep 23

Split, Croatia

Arrival: 9:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Split, Croatia, offers docking at Split Port. Travelers explore Diocletian’s Palace and Marjan Hill. Excursions visit Trogir’s historic center. Local markets sell soparnik. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Roman ruins and Adriatic vistas. Dining onboard includes pašticada, a Croatian favorite. Souvenirs, like lavender crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Dalmatian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance palace walks. Split’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Croatian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of UNESCO landmarks and scenic hills, making Split an engaging destination for exploring Croatia’s Adriatic coast.

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Dubrovnik, Croatia
Day 4•Thursday, Sep 24

Dubrovnik, Croatia

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Dubrovnik, Croatia, offers docking at Gruž Port. Travelers explore Old Town walls and Lokrum Island. Excursions include kayaking along Adriatic shores. Local markets sell travarica. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures medieval ramparts and Adriatic vistas. Dining onboard includes pašticada, a Croatian favorite. Souvenirs, like lace crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Dalmatian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while sturdy shoes enhance wall walks. Dubrovnik’s historic charm offers a vibrant Croatian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of UNESCO landmarks and scenic coasts, making Dubrovnik an engaging destination for exploration.

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Sarande, Albania
Day 5•Friday, Sep 25

Sarande, Albania

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Sarande, Albania, offers docking at Sarande Port. Travelers explore Butrint’s UNESCO ruins and Blue Eye Spring. Excursions visit Gjirokaster’s old town. Local markets sell byrek. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures ancient theaters and Ionian vistas. Dining onboard includes tave kosi, an Albanian favorite. Souvenirs, like filigree crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Illyrian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance ruin walks. Sarande’s historic charm offers a vibrant Albanian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of archaeological sites and coastal beauty, making Sarande an engaging destination for exploration.

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At Sea
Day 6•Saturday, Sep 26

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Naples, Italy
Day 7•Sunday, Sep 27

Naples, Italy

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Naples, Italy, offers docking at Naples Port. Travelers explore Pompeii ruins and Royal Palace. Excursions visit Capri’s Blue Grotto. Local markets sell margherita pizza. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures ancient ruins and Tyrrhenian vistas. Dining onboard includes spaghetti alle vongole, an Italian favorite. Souvenirs, like cameo crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Roman history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Naples’ cultural charm offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of archaeological sites and scenic islands, making Naples an engaging destination for exploration.

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Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy
Day 8•Monday, Sep 28

Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy

Arrival: 5:00 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.

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Weather Forecast

Brilliance of the Seas - September 21, 2026 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Ravenna, Italy

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September

Typical Weather

87°F

Average High

56°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.10in

Daily average

3.0 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
72 / 100
safer than 72% of all cruises
72
8
/ 10
Ravenna, Italy
Ravenna
Ravenna is generally safe for cruise travelers, but vigilance is advised in crowded areas to prevent pickpocketing.
8
/ 10
Trieste, Italy
Trieste
Trieste is generally safe for travelers, but vigilance against petty theft is advised in busy areas and caution is recommended after dark.
8
/ 10
Split, Croatia
Split
Split is generally safe for travelers, but caution in crowded areas is advised to prevent petty theft and pickpocketing.
8
/ 10
Dubrovnik, Croatia
Dubrovnik
Dubrovnik has a low crime rate and visible police presence, but travelers should stay vigilant against pickpocketing in crowded areas.
7
/ 10
Sarande, Albania
Sarande
While generally safe, travelers in Sarande should remain vigilant against petty theft and scams, especially in crowded areas.
6
/ 10
Naples, Italy
Naples
Travelers in Naples should stay vigilant against petty crime and be cautious of traffic while exploring the city.
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

Brilliance of the Seas

⚓ Tonnage

90,090

vs avg 160,100

🛠️ Year Built

2,002

vs avg 2,009

📏 Length (ft)

962

vs avg 1,081

👥 Passenger Count

2,145

vs avg 4,070

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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Cruise Director

On duty at sail date (September 21, 2026)

Adam Donaldson

Adam Donaldson

Country: N/A•Start: Aug 3, 2026•End: Oct 5, 2026

Adam Donaldson is a Royal Caribbean cruise director known for his engaging personality and balanced mix of humor and professionalism.

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Itinerary FAQ

How many nights is the Brilliance of the Seas sailing on September 21, 2026?

This is a 7-night cruise itinerary departing from Ravenna, Italy.

What ports does the Brilliance of the Seas visit on the September 21, 2026 cruise?

This route includes ravenna-italy, trieste-italy, split-croatia, dubrovnik-croatia, sarande-albania, naples-italy, rome-italy.

How many sea days are included on this Brilliance of the Seas September 21, 2026 itinerary?

This itinerary includes 1 sea day.

Who is the cruise director for the Brilliance of the Seas sailing on September 21, 2026?

Adam Donaldson is scheduled as cruise director for this sailing.

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 Brilliance of the Seas itinerary?

Yes — use the price tracking opt-in on this page to get updates when cabin prices change for this sailing.

Last Updated: Mar 30, 2026