Marella Discovery itinerary map for July 29, 2026 (14 nights)
Marella Discovery cruise ship

Marella DiscoveryJuly 29, 202614-Night Grecian Discovery / Aegean Gems on TUI Marella

This 14-night cruise aboard the DIscovery departs from Limassol, Cyprus on Wednesday, July 29, 2026 and returns on Wednesday, Aug 12th. July weather across this route averages 101°/68°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.4 out of 10, averaged across 9 ports.

Cruise Length
14
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Limassol
Cyprus
Port Stops
9
Sea Days
4

Cruise Itinerary Map - Grecian Discovery / Aegean Gems

Marella Discovery · July 29, 2026

The Marella Discovery sails on July 29, 2026 for a Grecian Discovery / Aegean Gems. The ship will depart the port of Limassol, Cyprus at 11:00 PM and will return to the port of Limassol, Cyprus on Aug 12th at 8:00 AM. During the 15-day journey, the Marella Discovery will visit 8 additional ports and will spend 4 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

Grecian Discovery / Aegean Gems

  • JUL29
    Limassol, Cyprus
    Limassol, Cyprus
    A: — - D: 11:00 PM
  • JUL30
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JUL31
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • AUG01
    Piraeus (Athens), Greece
    Piraeus (Athens), Greece
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • AUG02
    Izmir, Turkey
    Izmir, Turkey
    A: 9:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • AUG03
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • AUG04
    Rhodes, Greece
    Rhodes, Greece
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 2:00 PM
  • AUG05
    Limassol, Cyprus
    Limassol, Cyprus
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • AUG06
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • AUG07
    Kos, Greece
    Kos, Greece
    A: 9:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • AUG08
    Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey
    Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • AUG09
    Patmos, Greece
    Patmos, Greece
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • AUG10
    Marmaris, Turkey
    Marmaris, Turkey
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • AUG11
    Alanya, Turkey
    Alanya, Turkey
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • AUG12
    Limassol, Cyprus
    Limassol, Cyprus
    A: 8:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

July 29, 2026 · Grecian Discovery / Aegean Gems

Limassol, Cyprus — Day 1 of Marella Discovery July 29, 2026 cruise
Day 1Wednesday, Jul 29

Limassol, Cyprus

Arrival:Departure: 11:00 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.

Day 2 at sea — Marella Discovery July 29, 2026 itinerary
Day 2Thursday, Jul 30

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AMDeparture: 12:00 AM

Day at sea aboard the DIscovery — explore the ship's signature dining, entertainment, and onboard activities.

Day 3 at sea — Marella Discovery July 29, 2026 itinerary
Day 3Friday, Jul 31

At Sea

Arrival: 9:00 AMDeparture: 5:00 PM

Day at sea aboard the DIscovery — explore the ship's signature dining, entertainment, and onboard activities.

Piraeus (Athens), Greece — Day 4 of Marella Discovery July 29, 2026 cruise
Day 4Saturday, Aug 1

Piraeus (Athens), Greece

Arrival: 7:00 AMDeparture: 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.

Izmir, Turkey — Day 5 of Marella Discovery July 29, 2026 cruise
Day 5Sunday, Aug 2

Izmir, Turkey

Arrival: 9:00 AMDeparture: 6:00 PM

Izmir, Turkey, has docking at Izmir Port. Travelers explore Ephesus’ ancient ruins, a UNESCO site. Excursions visit the House of Virgin Mary. Local markets sell Turkish delight. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather. Photography captures Roman columns and Aegean shores. Dining onboard includes döner kebab, a Turkish favorite. Souvenirs, like evil eye charms, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover ancient history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate. Comfortable shoes enhance ruin tours. Izmir’s historic richness offers a vibrant Turkish stop, blending archaeology with coastal charm.

Day 6 at sea — Marella Discovery July 29, 2026 itinerary
Day 6Monday, Aug 3

At Sea

Arrival: 8:00 AMDeparture: 5:00 PM

Day at sea aboard the DIscovery — explore the ship's signature dining, entertainment, and onboard activities.

Rhodes, Greece — Day 7 of Marella Discovery July 29, 2026 cruise
Day 7Tuesday, Aug 4

Rhodes, Greece

Arrival: 8:00 AMDeparture: 2:00 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.

Limassol, Cyprus — Day 8 of Marella Discovery July 29, 2026 cruise
Day 8Wednesday, Aug 5

Limassol, Cyprus

Arrival: 8:00 AMDeparture: 5:00 PM

Returning to Limassol, Cyprus — see Day 1 above for port info.

Day 9 at sea — Marella Discovery July 29, 2026 itinerary
Day 9Thursday, Aug 6

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AMDeparture: 12:00 AM

Day at sea aboard the DIscovery — explore the ship's signature dining, entertainment, and onboard activities.

Kos, Greece — Day 10 of Marella Discovery July 29, 2026 cruise
Day 10Friday, Aug 7

Kos, Greece

Arrival: 9:00 AMDeparture: 6:00 PM

Kos, Greece, has docking at Kos Port. Travelers explore Asklepion’s ancient healing site and Hippocrates’ plane tree. Excursions visit Zia’s mountain village. Local markets sell thyme honey. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather. Photography captures ancient ruins and Aegean vistas. Dining onboard includes souvlaki, a Greek favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic tiles, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover ancient Greek history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate. Comfortable shoes enhance ruin tours. Kos’ historic richness offers a vibrant Greek stop, blending archaeology with island charm.

Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey — Day 11 of Marella Discovery July 29, 2026 cruise
Day 11Saturday, Aug 8

Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey

Arrival: 8:00 AMDeparture: 6:00 PM

Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey, offers docking at Kusadasi Port with excursions to Ephesus. Travelers explore Ephesus ruins and Artemis Temple. Excursions visit Virgin Mary’s House. Local markets sell baklava. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures ancient ruins and Aegean vistas. Dining onboard includes kebabs, a Turkish favorite. Souvenirs, like carpet crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Hellenistic history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance ruin walks. Kusadasi’s historic charm offers a vibrant Turkish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of archaeological sites and scenic coasts, making Kusadasi an engaging destination.

Patmos, Greece — Day 12 of Marella Discovery July 29, 2026 cruise
Day 12Sunday, Aug 9

Patmos, Greece

Arrival: 8:00 AMDeparture: 6:00 PM

Patmos, Greece, provides docking at Skala Port. Travelers explore the Monastery of St. John and Cave of the Apocalypse, both UNESCO sites. Excursions visit Chora’s historic village. Local markets sell loukoumades. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for island tours. Photography captures Byzantine architecture and Aegean vistas. Dining onboard includes dolmades, a Greek favorite. Souvenirs, like religious icons, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Patmos’ biblical history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance monastery walks. Patmos’ spiritual heritage offers a serene Greek stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of sacred sites, scenic beauty, and island culture, making Patmos an engaging destination for exploring Greece’s Dodecanese heritage.

Marmaris, Turkey — Day 13 of Marella Discovery July 29, 2026 cruise
Day 13Monday, Aug 10

Marmaris, Turkey

Arrival: 8:00 AMDeparture: 5:00 PM

Marmaris, Turkey, provides docking at Marmaris Port. Travelers explore the medieval Marmaris Castle and vibrant bazaars. Excursions visit Dalyan’s rock tombs and turtle beaches. Local markets sell Turkish delight. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Aegean vistas and Ottoman architecture. Dining onboard includes köfte, a Turkish favorite. Souvenirs, like evil eye charms, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Lycian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance castle and market walks. Marmaris’ scenic harbor and historic charm offer a vibrant Turkish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a blend of ancient sites, bustling markets, and coastal beauty, making Marmaris a compelling destination for exploring Turkey’s Aegean coast and its rich cultural heritage.

Alanya, Turkey — Day 14 of Marella Discovery July 29, 2026 cruise
Day 14Tuesday, Aug 11

Alanya, Turkey

Arrival: 8:00 AMDeparture: 6:00 PM

Alanya, Turkey, docks at its purpose-built terminal on the Mediterranean coast, 3 kilometers from the old town, with shuttles or taxis providing 10-minute transfers. The facility includes lounges, duty-free shops, and ATMs. Travelers ascend to Alanya Castle, a 13th-century Seljuk fortress on a 250-meter promontory, via cable car for views of the harbor and Taurus Mountains. The Red Tower, a 35-meter Ottoman structure from 1226, houses an ethnography museum with ship models. Kleopatra Beach, adjacent to the port, spans 2 kilometers for swimming and banana boats. Excursions to Aspendos Theater, 45 minutes east, showcase a 2nd-century Roman amphitheater seating 15,000. Dim Cave, 10 minutes north, features stalactites and underground streams. Dining includes pide (flatbread) at bazaar stalls. Souvenirs feature blue evil eye charms. Peak season May to October; taxis 20-50 TRY.

Limassol, Cyprus — Day 15 of Marella Discovery July 29, 2026 cruise
Day 15Wednesday, Aug 12

Limassol, Cyprus

Arrival: 8:00 AMDeparture:

Returning to Limassol, Cyprus — see Day 1 above for port info.

Weather Forecast

Marella Discovery - July 29, 2026 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Limassol, Cyprus

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July

Typical Weather

95°F

Average High

72°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.00in

Daily average

0.0 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
74 / 100
safer than 74% of all cruises
74
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
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.
7
/ 10
Izmir, Turkey
Izmir
Travelers should remain vigilant in Izmir, especially at night and in tourist areas, due to petty crime and occasional civil unrest.
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.
7
/ 10
Kos, Greece
Kos
Kos is generally safe for tourists, but they should stay vigilant against petty theft in crowded areas and secure their belongings.
7
/ 10
Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey
Kusadasi
Kusadasi is generally safe for travelers, but they should remain vigilant against petty crime and safeguard personal belongings.
8
/ 10
Patmos, Greece
Patmos
Patmos, Greece, is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates, though travelers should remain vigilant against petty theft during peak seasons.
8
/ 10
Marmaris, Turkey
Marmaris
Travelers should remain vigilant against petty theft and scams in Marmaris, ensuring personal belongings are secured and surroundings are monitored.
7
/ 10
Alanya, Turkey
Alanya
Alanya is generally safe for cruise travelers, but remain vigilant in crowded areas to avoid petty theft.

Cruise Ship

Marella Discovery

⚓ Tonnage

69,470

vs avg 79,453

🛠️ Year Built

1,996

vs avg 2,002

📏 Length (ft)

vs avg —

👥 Passenger Count

1,830

vs avg 2,048

The DIscovery has a construction date of 1996 and a total size of 69,470 gross tons. The ship measures — feet in length. Marella Discovery is included in TUI Marella Cruises’s Vision class. At full capacity, the Marella Discovery holds 1,830 passengers. That includes 1,830 cruise vacationers and — staff members. The DIscovery total number of staterooms is 0.

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Marella Discovery July 29, 2026 FAQ

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What's the weather like on the Marella Discovery July 29, 2026 route?

Across the ports visited on this 14-night route, July averages 101°F highs and 68°F lows. See the per-port weather forecast section above for daily detail.

How safe is the July 29, 2026 Marella Discovery itinerary?

This itinerary scores 7.4 out of 10 on the Gangwaze Itinerary Safety Score, averaged across 9 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 Marella Discovery sail and return on this itinerary?

The Marella Discovery departs Limassol, Cyprus on Wednesday, July 29, 2026 at 11:00 PM and returns on Wednesday, Aug 12th, 2026 at 8:00 AM. Total duration: 14 nights.

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