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Spirit of Discovery

20 Night Charms of Croatia and the Mediterranean on SAGA Spirit of Discovery

October 17, 2026

Spirit of Discovery October 17, 2026

The Spirit of Discovery October 17, 2026 cruise departs from Portsmouth,uk. On this Charms of Croatia and the Mediterranean sailing, the Spirit of Discovery will visit a total of 9 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The ship sets sail on Saturday, Oct 17th and returns on Friday, Nov 6th, 2026.

Cruise Length
20
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Portsmouth
uk
Port Stops
9
Sea Days
11
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Spirit of Discovery · October 17, 2026

The Spirit of Discovery sails on October 17, 2026 for a Charms of Croatia and the Mediterranean. The ship will depart the port of Portsmouth,uk at 5:00 PM and will return to the port of Portsmouth,uk on Nov 6th at 6:00 AM. During the 21-day journey, the Spirit of Discovery will visit 8 additional ports and will spend 11 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

Charms of Croatia and the Mediterranean

  • OCT17
    Portsmouth,uk
    Portsmouth,uk
    A: — - D: 5:00 PM
  • OCT18
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • OCT19
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • OCT20
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • OCT21
    Gibraltar, U.K.
    Gibraltar, U.K.
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • OCT22
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • OCT23
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • OCT24
    Valletta, Malta
    Valletta, Malta
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • OCT25
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • OCT26
    Split, Croatia
    Split, Croatia
    A: 9:00 AM - D: 7:00 PM
  • OCT27
    Zadar, Croatia
    Zadar, Croatia
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • OCT28
    Dubrovnik, Croatia
    Dubrovnik, Croatia
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • OCT29
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • OCT30
    Trapani, Sicily
    Trapani, Sicily
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • OCT31
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • NOV01
    Alicante, Spain
    Alicante, Spain
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • NOV02
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • NOV03
    Lisbon, Portugal
    Lisbon, Portugal
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • NOV04
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • NOV05
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • NOV06
    Portsmouth,uk
    Portsmouth,uk
    A: 6:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

October 17, 2026 · Charms of Croatia and the Mediterranean

Portsmouth,uk
Day 1•Saturday, Oct 17

Portsmouth,uk

Arrival: —•Departure: 5:00 PM

Portsmouth, England, provides docking at Portsmouth Port. Travelers explore the Historic Dockyard and HMS Victory. Excursions visit Stonehenge’s ancient stones. Local markets sell pork pies. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures naval ships and Solent vistas. Dining onboard includes fish and chips, an English favorite. Souvenirs, like nautical crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover maritime history. Light layers and waterproof shoes suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance dockyard walks. Portsmouth’s naval heritage offers a vibrant English stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic ships, prehistoric sites, and coastal charm, making Portsmouth an engaging destination for exploring England’s maritime and ancient history.

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At Sea
Day 2•Sunday, Oct 18

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 12:00 AM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

At Sea
Day 3•Monday, Oct 19

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 12:00 AM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

At Sea
Day 4•Tuesday, Oct 20

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 12:00 AM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Gibraltar, U.K.
Day 5•Wednesday, Oct 21

Gibraltar, U.K.

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Gibraltar, U.K., offers docking at Gibraltar Port. Travelers explore Rock of Gibraltar and St. Michael’s Cave. Excursions include dolphin-watching tours. Local markets sell fish and chips. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures limestone cliffs and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes roast beef, a British favorite. Souvenirs, like monkey-themed crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Barbary history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while sturdy shoes enhance rock hikes. Gibraltar’s unique charm offers a vibrant British stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural wonders and scenic straits, making Gibraltar an engaging destination for exploration.

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At Sea
Day 6•Thursday, Oct 22

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 12:00 AM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

At Sea
Day 7•Friday, Oct 23

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 12:00 AM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Valletta, Malta
Day 8•Saturday, Oct 24

Valletta, Malta

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 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.

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At Sea
Day 9•Sunday, Oct 25

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 12:00 AM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Split, Croatia
Day 10•Monday, Oct 26

Split, Croatia

Arrival: 9:00 AM•Departure: 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.

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Zadar, Croatia
Day 11•Tuesday, Oct 27

Zadar, Croatia

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 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.

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Dubrovnik, Croatia
Day 12•Wednesday, Oct 28

Dubrovnik, Croatia

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
At Sea
Day 13•Thursday, Oct 29

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 12:00 AM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Trapani, Sicily
Day 14•Friday, Oct 30

Trapani, Sicily

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Trapani, Sicily, offers docking at Trapani Port. Travelers explore Salt Pans and Erice’s medieval village. Excursions visit Segesta’s ancient temple. Local markets sell couscous al pesce. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures windmills and Tyrrhenian vistas. Dining onboard includes pasta con le sarde, a Sicilian favorite. Souvenirs, like coral crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Phoenician history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while sturdy shoes enhance village hikes. Trapani’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic sites and scenic coasts, making Trapani an engaging destination for exploration.

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At Sea
Day 15•Saturday, Oct 31

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 12:00 AM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Alicante, Spain
Day 16•Sunday, Nov 1

Alicante, Spain

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 PM

Alicante, Spain, offers docking at Alicante Port. Travelers explore Santa Bárbara Castle and Explanada de España. Excursions visit Elche’s palm groves. Local markets sell turrón. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Moorish castles and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes arroz a banda, a Spanish favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Valencian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance castle walks. Alicante’s coastal charm offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic promenades, making Alicante an engaging destination for exploration.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
At Sea
Day 17•Monday, Nov 2

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 11:00 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Lisbon, Portugal
Day 18•Tuesday, Nov 3

Lisbon, Portugal

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 PM

Lisbon, Portugal, offers docking at Lisbon Port. Travelers explore Belém Tower and Jerónimos Monastery. Excursions visit Sintra’s Pena Palace. Local markets sell pastéis de nata. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Manueline architecture and Tagus River vistas. Dining onboard includes bacalhau, a Portuguese favorite. Souvenirs, like azulejo crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Age of Exploration history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Lisbon’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Portuguese stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic rivers, making Lisbon an engaging destination.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
At Sea
Day 19•Wednesday, Nov 4

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 11:00 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

At Sea
Day 20•Thursday, Nov 5

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 11:00 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Portsmouth,uk
Day 21•Friday, Nov 6

Portsmouth,uk

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: —

Portsmouth, England, provides docking at Portsmouth Port. Travelers explore the Historic Dockyard and HMS Victory. Excursions visit Stonehenge’s ancient stones. Local markets sell pork pies. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures naval ships and Solent vistas. Dining onboard includes fish and chips, an English favorite. Souvenirs, like nautical crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover maritime history. Light layers and waterproof shoes suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance dockyard walks. Portsmouth’s naval heritage offers a vibrant English stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic ships, prehistoric sites, and coastal charm, making Portsmouth an engaging destination for exploring England’s maritime and ancient history.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link

Weather Forecast

Spirit of Discovery - October 17, 2026 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Portsmouth,uk

⛅

October

Typical Weather

79°F

Average High

28°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.11in

Daily average

3.4 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
78 / 100
safer than 78% of all cruises
78
8
/ 10
Portsmouth,uk
Portsmouth
Portsmouth is generally safe for cruise travelers, but it's important to stay vigilant in crowded areas to prevent petty crime.
8
/ 10
Gibraltar, U.K.
Gibraltar
Gibraltar is safe for travelers, with a low crime rate and strong police presence, though vigilance against petty theft is advised.
8
/ 10
Valletta, Malta
Valletta
Valletta is a safe cruise destination, but travelers should stay vigilant against petty theft in crowded areas while enjoying the sights.
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
Zadar, Croatia
Zadar
Zadar is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates, but travelers should remain vigilant against petty theft in crowded areas.
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
Trapani, Sicily
Trapani
Travelers should remain vigilant against pickpocketing and petty theft in crowded areas while enjoying the culture and scenery.
8
/ 10
Alicante, Spain
Alicante
Travelers in Alicante should stay vigilant against petty theft, especially in crowded areas, while securing their belongings.
8
/ 10
Lisbon, Portugal
Lisbon
Travelers in Lisbon should stay vigilant in crowded areas and on public transport to avoid petty theft and keep belongings secure.

Cruise Ship

Spirit of Discovery

⚓ Tonnage

55,900

vs avg 55,900

🛠️ Year Built

2,019

vs avg 2,020

📏 Length (ft)

—

vs avg —

👥 Passenger Count

1,000

vs avg 1,000

The Spirit of Discovery has a construction date of 2019 and a total size of 55,900 gross tons. The ship measures — feet in length. Spirit of Discovery is included in SAGA’s Mainstream class. At full capacity, the Spirit of Discovery holds 1,000 passengers. That includes 1,000 cruise vacationers and — staff members. The Spirit of Discovery total number of staterooms is 0.

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Itinerary FAQ

How many nights is the Spirit of Discovery sailing on October 17, 2026?

This is a 20-night cruise itinerary departing from Portsmouth,uk.

What ports does the Spirit of Discovery visit on the October 17, 2026 cruise?

This route includes portsmouthuk, gibraltar-uk, valletta-malta, split-croatia, zadar-croatia, dubrovnik-croatia, trapani-sicily, alicante-spain, lisbon-portugal.

How many sea days are included on this Spirit of Discovery October 17, 2026 itinerary?

This itinerary includes 11 sea days.

Who is the cruise director for the Spirit of Discovery sailing on October 17, 2026?

Cruise director assignment data is not currently available for this sail date.

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 Spirit of Discovery itinerary?

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Last Updated: Apr 1, 2026