Brilliance of the Seas itinerary map for October 5, 2026 (7 nights)
Brilliance of the Seas cruise ship

Brilliance of the Seas — October 5, 20267-Night Greek Isles & Cyprus on Royal Caribbean

This 7-night cruise aboard the Brilliance of the Seas departs from Piraeus (Athens), Greece on Monday, October 5, 2026 and returns on Monday, Oct 12th. October weather across this route averages 87°/53°F. Cabins are currently tracked from $885.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.5 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 October 5, 2026

Brilliance of the Seas · October 5, 2026

The graph below tracks historic price of the Brilliance of the Seas cruise ship departing October 5, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $885 ($127 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,038 ($149 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 15%.

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Inside
$885
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Oceanview
$1,054
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Balcony
$1,210
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Suite
$3,222

Price History – Brilliance of the Seas October 5, 2026

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Brilliance of the Seas
October 5, 2026
$885
15% vs avg: $1,038

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Cruise Itinerary Map - 7 Night Greek Isles & Cyprus (Athens Roundtrip)

Brilliance of the Seas · October 5, 2026

The Brilliance of the Seas sails on October 5, 2026 for a 7 Night Greek Isles & Cyprus (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 Oct 12th 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 Greek Isles & Cyprus (Athens Roundtrip)

  • OCT05
    Piraeus (Athens), Greece
    Piraeus (Athens), Greece
    A: — - D: 5:00 PM
  • OCT06
    Rhodes, Greece
    Rhodes, Greece
    A: 9:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • OCT07
    Limassol, Cyprus
    Limassol, Cyprus
    A: 11:00 AM - D: 9:00 PM
  • OCT08
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • OCT09
    Bodrum, Turkey
    Bodrum, Turkey
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • OCT10
    Santorini, Greece
    Santorini, Greece
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 10:00 PM
  • OCT11
    Mykonos, Greece
    Mykonos, Greece
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • OCT12
    Piraeus (Athens), Greece
    Piraeus (Athens), Greece
    A: 5:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

October 5, 2026 · 7 Night Greek Isles & Cyprus (Athens Roundtrip)

Piraeus (Athens), Greece — Day 1 of Brilliance of the Seas October 5, 2026 cruise
Day 1•Monday, Oct 5

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.

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Rhodes, Greece — Day 2 of Brilliance of the Seas October 5, 2026 cruise
Day 2•Tuesday, Oct 6

Rhodes, Greece

Arrival: 9:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Rhodes, Greece, offers docking at Rhodes Port. Travelers explore Medieval City and Lindos Acropolis. Excursions include snorkeling at Kallithea Springs. Local markets sell souvlaki. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Knights’ Street and Aegean vistas. Dining onboard includes moussaka, a Greek favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Dodecanese history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Rhodes’ cultural charm offers a vibrant Greek stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of UNESCO landmarks and scenic beaches, making Rhodes an engaging destination for exploration.

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Limassol, Cyprus — Day 3 of Brilliance of the Seas October 5, 2026 cruise
Day 3•Wednesday, Oct 7

Limassol, Cyprus

Arrival: 11:00 AM•Departure: 9:00 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.

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Day 4 at sea — Brilliance of the Seas October 5, 2026 itinerary
Day 4•Thursday, Oct 8

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.

Bodrum, Turkey — Day 5 of Brilliance of the Seas October 5, 2026 cruise
Day 5•Friday, Oct 9

Bodrum, Turkey

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 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.

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Santorini, Greece — Day 6 of Brilliance of the Seas October 5, 2026 cruise
Day 6•Saturday, Oct 10

Santorini, Greece

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 10:00 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.

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Mykonos, Greece — Day 7 of Brilliance of the Seas October 5, 2026 cruise
Day 7•Sunday, Oct 11

Mykonos, Greece

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 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 October 5, 2026 cruise
Day 8•Monday, Oct 12

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 - October 5, 2026 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Piraeus (Athens), Greece

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October

Typical Weather

88°F

Average High

47°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.06in

Daily average

1.9 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
75 / 100
safer than 75% of all cruises
75
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.
8
/ 10
Rhodes, Greece
Rhodes
Rhodes is generally safe for travelers, but staying vigilant in crowded areas is advised to avoid pickpocketing and minor scams.
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.
7
/ 10
Bodrum, Turkey
Bodrum
Bodrum is generally safe, but travelers should stay vigilant in crowded areas to prevent petty crimes like pickpocketing.
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.
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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Cruise Director

On duty at sail date (October 5, 2026)

Adam Donaldson — cruise director for the Brilliance of the Seas sailing on October 5, 2026

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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Brilliance of the Seas October 5, 2026 FAQ

What's the cheapest cabin on the Brilliance of the Seas October 5, 2026 cruise?▾

The lowest currently-tracked fare for this sailing is $885 for an Inside cabin. Pricing is updated daily — see the live price chart above for the latest snapshots.

What's the weather like on the Brilliance of the Seas October 5, 2026 route?▾

Across the ports visited on this 7-night route, October averages 87°F highs and 53°F lows. See the per-port weather forecast section above for daily detail.

How safe is the October 5, 2026 Brilliance of the Seas itinerary?▾

This itinerary scores 7.5 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 Monday, October 5, 2026 at 5:00 PM and returns on Monday, Oct 12th, 2026 at 5:00 AM. Total duration: 7 nights.

Who is the cruise director for the Brilliance of the Seas sailing on October 5, 2026?▾

Adam Donaldson is scheduled as cruise director for this sailing. See the Cruise Director section above for their bio.

Can I track price drops for this Brilliance of the Seas itinerary?▾

Yes — use the price tracking opt-in on this page to get an email when cabin prices drop for this exact sailing. We snapshot fares daily.

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Last Updated: May 18, 2026