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Seabourn Ovation itinerary map for September 23, 2028 (7 nights)
Seabourn Ovation itinerary map for September 23, 2028 (7 nights)
7 nights · 7 ports
Round-trip · Dubrovnik, Croatia
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Seabourn Ovation
September 23, 2028

7-Night Exploring Montenegro Malta & Sicily aboard Seabourn Ovation · Departing September 23, 2028 from the Port of Dubrovnik, Croatia.

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// AT A GLANCE

This 7-night cruise aboard the Seabourn Ovation departs from Dubrovnik, Croatia on Saturday, September 23, 2028 and returns on Saturday, Sep 30th. September weather across this route averages 90°/56°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.3 out of 10, averaged across 7 ports.

ITINERARY SAFETY SCORE
7.3OUT OF 10
MODERATE TIER
Safer than 73% of all cruises
Ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
01
7
night cruise
Sat → Sat
02
Dubrovnik
departure port
Croatia
03
7
port stops
Malta
04
1
sea day
Day 3
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The Seabourn Ovation, operated by Seabourn Cruise Line, sets sail on Saturday, September 23, 2028 from Dubrovnik, Croatia for a 7-night Exploring Montenegro Malta & Sicily cruise. This itinerary includes 7 unique port stops and 1 day at sea. September weather across the route averages 90°F highs and 56°F lows. The itinerary safety score is 7.3 out of 10, combining travel advisories, crime statistics, and Global Peace Index data. Fare tracking is available for inside, oceanview, balcony, and suite cabin 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 Seabourn Ovation sailing.

// WHO'S ONBOARD YOUR CRUISE

Seabourn Ovation September 23, 2028 Roll Call

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// 03 · ITINERARY

7 Night Exploring Montenegro Malta & Sicily (Dubrovnik To Rome) Cruise Map

Interactive Itinerary MapSEPTEMBER 23, 2028
The Seabourn Ovation sails on September 23, 2028 for a 7 Night Exploring Montenegro Malta & Sicily (Dubrovnik To Rome) (Dubrovnik Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Dubrovnik, Croatia at 11:00 PM and will return to the port of Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy on Sep 30th at 7:00 AM. During the 8-day journey, the Seabourn Ovation will visit 6 additional ports and will spend 1 day at sea.
// CRUISE PORT SCHEDULE
Seabourn Ovation
SEPTEMBER 23, 2028
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7 NIGHTS · 6 PORTS
ROUND-TRIP · DUBROVNIK
// 04 · PORTS

7 Night Exploring Montenegro Malta & Sicily (Dubrovnik To Rome) Port List

Seabourn Ovation·September 23, 2028
Dubrovnik, Croatia — Day 1 of Seabourn Ovation September 23, 2028 cruise
DAY
1
EMBARKATION
SATURDAY·SEP 23

Dubrovnik

Croatia
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
11:00 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.

Kotor, Montenegro — Day 2 of Seabourn Ovation September 23, 2028 cruise
DAY
2
PORT 1
SUNDAY·SEP 24

Kotor

Montenegro
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
8:00 AM
6:00 PM

Kotor, Montenegro, offers docking at Kotor Port. Travelers explore Old Town walls and St. Tryphon Cathedral. Excursions include hiking Lovćen National Park. Local markets sell njeguški pršut. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures medieval alleys and Adriatic vistas. Dining onboard includes cicvara, a Montenegrin favorite. Souvenirs, like olive wood crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Illyrian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while sturdy shoes enhance fortress hikes. Kotor’s historic charm offers a vibrant Montenegrin stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of UNESCO landmarks and scenic bays, making Kotor an engaging destination.

Valletta, Malta — Day 4 of Seabourn Ovation September 23, 2028 cruise
DAY
4
PORT 3
TUESDAY·SEP 26

Valletta

Malta
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
8:00 AM
6:00 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.

Giardini Di Naxos (taormina), Sicily — Day 5 of Seabourn Ovation September 23, 2028 cruise
DAY
5
PORT 4
WEDNESDAY·SEP 27

Giardini Di Naxos (taormina)

Sicily
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
8:00 AM
6:00 PM

Giardini di Naxos, Sicily, has docking at Giardini Naxos Port with excursions to Taormina. Travelers explore Taormina’s Greek Theatre and Mount Etna views. Excursions visit Castelmola’s hilltop village. Local markets sell cannoli. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather. Photography captures ancient ruins and volcanic landscapes. Dining onboard includes pasta alla Norma, a Sicilian dish. Souvenirs, like ceramic tiles, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Sicilian history. Light clothing suits the Mediterranean climate. Sturdy shoes enhance ruin walks. Giardini di Naxos’ scenic beauty offers a vibrant Sicilian stop, blending ancient heritage with coastal charm.

Palermo, Sicily — Day 6 of Seabourn Ovation September 23, 2028 cruise
DAY
6
PORT 5
THURSDAY·SEP 28

Palermo

Sicily
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
8:00 AM
6:00 PM

Palermo, Sicily, offers docking at Palermo Port. Travelers explore Palermo Cathedral and Norman Palace. Excursions visit Monreale’s mosaics. Local markets sell arancini. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Arab-Norman architecture and Tyrrhenian vistas. Dining onboard includes caponata, a Sicilian favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Norman history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Palermo’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic coasts, making Palermo an engaging destination for exploring Sicily’s capital.

Salerno (naples), Italy — Day 7 of Seabourn Ovation September 23, 2028 cruise
DAY
7
PORT 6
FRIDAY·SEP 29

Salerno (naples)

Italy
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
5:00 PM

Salerno (Naples), Italy, offers docking at Salerno Port with excursions to Naples. Travelers explore Pompeii’s ruins and Amalfi Coast villages. Excursions visit Capri’s Blue Grotto. Local markets sell limoncello. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures ancient ruins and Tyrrhenian vistas. Dining onboard includes pizza margherita, a Neapolitan favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Roman history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance ruin walks. Salerno’s historic allure offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of archaeological sites and coastal beauty, making Salerno an engaging gateway to Naples.

Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy — Day 8 of Seabourn Ovation September 23, 2028 cruise
DAY
8
DISEMBARKATION
SATURDAY·SEP 30

Civitavecchia (Rome)

Italy
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM

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.

// 05 · WEATHER

7 Night Exploring Montenegro Malta & Sicily (Dubrovnik To Rome) Weather Forecast

Seabourn Ovation·September 23, 2028
SEP FORECAST · DUBROVNIK
Historical monthly averages for travelers visiting this port.
72°
AVG · °F
Mostly sunny days
AVG HIGH
88°
AVG LOW
57°
AVG RAINFALL
4.1"
Source: 30-year historical climate averages via Open-Meteo
// YEAR-ROUND AT DUBROVNIK
Average monthly temperature and rainfall. Your sail month is highlighted.
AVG TEMP °FRAINFALL IN
72°JANFEBMARAPRMAYJUNJULAUGSEPOCTNOVDEC12-MONTH AVERAGE · DATA: 30-YEAR HISTORICAL
// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS

Seabourn Ovation September 23, 2028 Excursions

Seabourn Ovation·September 23, 2028

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 Exploring Montenegro Malta & Sicily (Dubrovnik To Rome)

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 73% of all cruises
7.3/10 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

Dubrovnik 🇭🇷

Croatia · CroatiaSAFE

Dubrovnik has a low crime rate and visible police presence, but travelers should stay vigilant against pickpocketing in crowded areas.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
02

Kotor 🌍

Montenegro · YugoslaviaSAFE

Kotor is generally safe for tourists, but visitors should remain vigilant against petty theft in crowded areas and secure their belongings.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
03

Valletta 🇲🇹

Malta · MaltaSAFE

Valletta is a safe cruise destination, but travelers should stay vigilant against petty theft in crowded areas while enjoying the sights.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
04

Giardini Di Naxos (taormina) 🇮🇹

Sicily · ItalyMODERATE

Travelers to Giardini Di Naxos should stay vigilant in crowded areas to prevent petty crime and keep personal belongings secure.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
05

Palermo 🇮🇹

Sicily · ItalyCAUTION

Travelers in Palermo should stay vigilant against petty theft and scams, keeping belongings secure and being aware of their surroundings.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
06

Salerno (naples) 🇮🇹

Italy · ItalyMODERATE

Travelers in Salerno should remain vigilant against petty theft and pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas and certain neighborhoods.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
07

Civitavecchia (Rome) 🇮🇹

Italy · ItalyMODERATE

Civitavecchia is generally safe, but travelers should remain vigilant against petty theft and scams in crowded areas and near attractions.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
// 08 · CRUISE SHIP

Seabourn Ovation Ship Overview

Specs & DetailsSEABOURN
Seabourn Ovation
SEABOURN · ENCORE
CHRISTENED
2018
STATEROOMS
0
TONNAGE
40,350GT
13.5% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 35,550 GT
YEAR BUILT
2018
5 YEARS NEWER· vs avg 2013
LENGTH
ft
· vs avg — ft
PASSENGER COUNT
650cruisers
23.1% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 528 cruisers
// ABOUT THE SHIP

The Seabourn Ovation has a construction date of 2018 and a total size of 40,350 gross tons. The ship measures — feet in length. Seabourn Ovation is included in Seabourn's Encore class. At full capacity, the Seabourn Ovation holds 650 passengers. That includes 650 cruise vacationers and — staff members. The Seabourn Ovation total number of staterooms is 0.

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// 09 · FAQ

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