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Explorer of the Seas itinerary map for July 12, 2027 (7 nights)
7 nights · 7 ports
Round-trip · Piraeus, Greece
Royal CaribbeanExplorer of the Seas

Explorer of the Seas
July 12, 2027

7-Night Greece & Croatia aboard Explorer of the Seas · Departing July 12, 2027 from the Port of Piraeus, Greece.

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// AT A GLANCE

This 7-night cruise aboard the Explorer of the Seas departs from Piraeus (Athens), Greece on Monday, July 12, 2027 and returns on Monday, Jul 19th. July weather across this route averages 95°/66°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.8 out of 10, averaged across 7 ports.

ITINERARY SAFETY SCORE
7.8OUT OF 10
MODERATE TIER
Safer than 78% of all cruises
Ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
01
7
night cruise
Mon → Mon
02
Piraeus
departure port
Greece
03
7
port stops
Greece
04
1
sea day
Day 5
// ON THIS PAGE09 SECTIONS

The Explorer of the Seas, operated by Royal Caribbean Cruise Line, sets sail on Monday, July 12, 2027 from Piraeus (Athens), Greece for a 7-night Greece & Croatia cruise. This itinerary includes 7 unique port stops and 1 day at sea. July weather across the route averages 95°F highs and 66°F lows. The itinerary safety score is 7.8 out of 10, combining travel advisories, crime statistics, and Global Peace Index data. Cabin fares start from $1,005, with daily price tracking available for inside, oceanview, balcony, and suite 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 Explorer of the Seas sailing.

// WHO'S ONBOARD YOUR CRUISE

Explorer of the Seas July 12, 2027 Roll Call

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// 02 · CRUISE PRICE

Explorer of the Seas July 12, 2027 Price & Tracking

EXPLORER OF THE SEAS·JULY 12, 2027

The graph below tracks historic price of the Explorer of the Seas cruise ship departing July 12, 2027. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,005 ($144 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,004 ($144 per night), this represents a recent increase of 0%.

Explorer of the Seas cruise departing July 12, 20277-night itinerary. Current Inside Cabin price: $1,005 ($144 per night). Average price: $1,004.

// PRICE HISTORY · INSIDE
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This cabin
Avg $1,003
LIVE RATE
INSIDE CABIN
Explorer of the Seas · July 12, 2027
$1,005
$144 per night · 7 nights
0% above average
Avg $1,003

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// 03 · ITINERARY

7 Night Greece & Croatia (Athens To Ravenna) Cruise Map

Interactive Itinerary MapJULY 12, 2027
The Explorer of the Seas sails on July 12, 2027 for a 7 Night Greece & Croatia (Athens To Ravenna) (Piraeus (Athens) Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Piraeus (Athens), Greece at 5:00 PM and will return to the port of Ravenna, Italy on Jul 19th at 5:30 AM. During the 8-day journey, the Explorer of the Seas will visit 6 additional ports and will spend 1 day at sea.
// CRUISE PORT SCHEDULE
Explorer of the Seas
JULY 12, 2027
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7 NIGHTS · 6 PORTS
ROUND-TRIP · PIRAEUS (ATHENS)
// 04 · PORTS

7 Night Greece & Croatia (Athens To Ravenna) Port List

Explorer of the Seas·July 12, 2027
Piraeus (Athens), Greece — Day 1 of Explorer of the Seas July 12, 2027 cruise
DAY
1
EMBARKATION
MONDAY·JUL 12

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.

Rhodes, Greece — Day 2 of Explorer of the Seas July 12, 2027 cruise
DAY
2
PORT 1
TUESDAY·JUL 13

Rhodes

Greece
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
9:00 AM
7:00 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.

Mykonos, Greece — Day 3 of Explorer of the Seas July 12, 2027 cruise
DAY
3
PORT 2
WEDNESDAY·JUL 14

Mykonos

Greece
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 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.

Santorini, Greece — Day 4 of Explorer of the Seas July 12, 2027 cruise
DAY
4
PORT 3
THURSDAY·JUL 15

Santorini

Greece
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
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.

Split, Croatia — Day 6 of Explorer of the Seas July 12, 2027 cruise
DAY
6
PORT 5
SATURDAY·JUL 17

Split

Croatia
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
10:00 AM
7:00 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.

Zadar, Croatia — Day 7 of Explorer of the Seas July 12, 2027 cruise
DAY
7
PORT 6
SUNDAY·JUL 18

Zadar

Croatia
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
9:00 AM
6:00 PM

Zadar, Croatia, offers docking at Zadar Port. Travelers explore Sea Organ and St. Donatus Church. Excursions visit Plitvice Lakes. Local markets sell maraschino liqueur. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures acoustic art 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 lake hikes. Zadar’s coastal charm offers a vibrant Croatian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of unique installations and scenic lakes, making Zadar an engaging destination for exploring Croatia’s Adriatic coast.

Ravenna, Italy — Day 8 of Explorer of the Seas July 12, 2027 cruise
DAY
8
DISEMBARKATION
MONDAY·JUL 19

Ravenna

Italy
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
5:30 AM

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.

// 05 · WEATHER

7 Night Greece & Croatia (Athens To Ravenna) Weather Forecast

Explorer of the Seas·July 12, 2027
JUL FORECAST · PIRAEUS (ATHENS)
Historical monthly averages for travelers visiting this port.
87°
AVG · °F
Mostly sunny days
AVG HIGH
108°
AVG LOW
66°
AVG RAINFALL
0.5"
Source: 30-year historical climate averages via Open-Meteo
// YEAR-ROUND AT PIRAEUS (ATHENS)
Average monthly temperature and rainfall. Your sail month is highlighted.
AVG TEMP °FRAINFALL IN
87°JANFEBMARAPRMAYJUNJULAUGSEPOCTNOVDEC12-MONTH AVERAGE · DATA: 30-YEAR HISTORICAL
// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS

Explorer of the Seas July 12, 2027 Excursions

Explorer of the Seas·July 12, 2027

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.

// BROWSE BY PORT
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// 07 · SAFETY SCORE

Itinerary Safety Score

7 Night Greece & Croatia (Athens To Ravenna)

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 78% of all cruises
7.8/10 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 BREAKDOWN07 PORTS
01

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
02

Rhodes 🇬🇷

Greece · GreeceMODERATE

Rhodes is generally safe for travelers, but staying vigilant in crowded areas is advised to avoid pickpocketing and minor scams.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
03

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
04

Santorini 🇬🇷

Greece · GreeceSAFE

Santorini is safe for travelers, but they should stay vigilant in crowded areas for pickpocketing and be cautious of traffic hazards.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
05

Split 🇭🇷

Croatia · CroatiaSAFE

Split is generally safe for travelers, but caution in crowded areas is advised to prevent petty theft and pickpocketing.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
06

Zadar 🇭🇷

Croatia · CroatiaSAFE

Zadar is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates, but travelers should remain vigilant against petty theft in crowded areas.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
07

Ravenna 🇮🇹

Italy · ItalyMODERATE

Ravenna is generally safe for cruise travelers, but vigilance is advised in crowded areas to prevent pickpocketing.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
// 08 · CRUISE SHIP

Explorer of the Seas Ship Overview

Specs & DetailsROYAL CARIBBEAN
Explorer of the Seas
ROYAL CARIBBEAN · VOYAGER
CHRISTENED
2000
STATEROOMS
1,643
TONNAGE
137,308GT
15.8% BELOW AVG· vs avg 162,993 GT
YEAR BUILT
2000
10 YEARS OLDER· vs avg 2010
LENGTH
1,020ft
6.0% BELOW AVG· vs avg 1,085 ft
PASSENGER COUNT
3,286cruisers
21.5% BELOW AVG· vs avg 4,184 cruisers
// ABOUT THE SHIP

The Explorer of the Seas has a construction date of 2000 and a total size of 137,308 gross tons. The ship measures 1,020 feet in length. Explorer of the Seas is included in Royal Caribbean's Voyager class. At full capacity, the Explorer of the Seas holds 3,286 passengers. That includes 2,101 cruise vacationers and 1,185 staff members. The Explorer of the Seas total number of staterooms is 1,643.

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