Marella Discovery itinerary map for September 16, 2026 (14 nights)

Marella Discovery — September 16, 202614-Night Coastal Gems followed by Highlights Of The Mediter on TUI Marella

This 14-night cruise aboard the DIscovery departs from Limassol, Cyprus on Wednesday, September 16, 2026 and returns on Wednesday, Sep 30th. September weather across this route averages 97°/62°F.

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

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Departure Port

Limassol

Cyprus

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Cruise Itinerary Map - Coastal Gems followed by Highlights Of The Mediter

Marella Discovery · September 16, 2026

The Marella Discovery sails on September 16, 2026 for a Coastal Gems followed by Highlights Of The Mediter. The ship will depart the port of Limassol, Cyprus at 11:00 PM and will return to the port of Limassol, Cyprus on Sep 30th 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

Coastal Gems followed by Highlights Of The Mediter

SEP16
Limassol, Cyprus
A: — - D: 11:00 PM
SEP17
At Sea
A: — - D: —
SEP18
Kos, Greece
A: 9:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
SEP19
Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey
A: 8:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
SEP20
Patmos, Greece
A: 8:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
SEP21
Marmaris, Turkey
A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
SEP22
Alanya, Turkey
A: 8:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
SEP23
Limassol, Cyprus
A: 7:00 AM - D: 11:00 PM
SEP24
At Sea
A: — - D: —
SEP25
At Sea
A: — - D: —
SEP26
Piraeus (Athens), Greece
A: 7:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
SEP27
Izmir, Turkey
A: 9:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
SEP28
At Sea
A: — - D: —
SEP29
Rhodes, Greece
A: 8:00 AM - D: 2:00 PM
SEP30
Limassol, Cyprus
A: 8:00 AM - D: —

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Cruise Ports

September 16, 2026 · Coastal Gems followed by Highlights Of The Mediter

Day 1•Wednesday, Sep 16

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.

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Day 2•Thursday, Sep 17

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 12:00 AM

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

Day 3•Friday, Sep 18

Kos, Greece

Arrival: 9:00 AM•Departure: 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.

Port Info Link Port Excursions Link

Day 4•Saturday, Sep 19

Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 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.

Port Info Link Port Excursions Link

Day 5•Sunday, Sep 20

Patmos, Greece

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 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.

Port Info Link Port Excursions Link

Day 6•Monday, Sep 21

Marmaris, Turkey

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 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.

Port Info Link Port Excursions Link

Day 7•Tuesday, Sep 22

Alanya, Turkey

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 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.

Port Info Link Port Excursions Link

Day 8•Wednesday, Sep 23

Limassol, Cyprus

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 11:00 PM

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

Port Info Link Port Excursions Link

Day 9•Thursday, Sep 24

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 12:00 AM

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

Day 10•Friday, Sep 25

At Sea

Arrival: 9:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

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

Day 11•Saturday, Sep 26

Piraeus (Athens), Greece

Arrival: 7:00 AM•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.

Port Info Link Port Excursions Link

Day 12•Sunday, Sep 27

Izmir, Turkey

Arrival: 9:00 AM•Departure: 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.

Port Info Link Port Excursions Link

Day 13•Monday, Sep 28

At Sea

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

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

Day 14•Tuesday, Sep 29

Rhodes, Greece

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 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.

Port Info Link Port Excursions Link

Day 15•Wednesday, Sep 30

Limassol, Cyprus

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: —

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

Port Info Link Port Excursions Link

Weather Forecast

Marella Discovery - September 16, 2026 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Limassol, Cyprus

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September

Typical Weather

93°F

Average High

70°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.01in

Daily average

0.2 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

/ 10

Limassol

Limassol is generally safe for cruise travelers, but visitors should remain cautious in crowded areas to prevent theft and scams.

/ 10

Kos

Kos is generally safe for tourists, but they should stay vigilant against petty theft in crowded areas and secure their belongings.

/ 10

Kusadasi

Kusadasi is generally safe for travelers, but they should remain vigilant against petty crime and safeguard personal belongings.

/ 10

Patmos

Patmos, Greece, is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates, though travelers should remain vigilant against petty theft during peak seasons.

/ 10

Marmaris

Travelers should remain vigilant against petty theft and scams in Marmaris, ensuring personal belongings are secured and surroundings are monitored.

/ 10

Alanya

Alanya is generally safe for cruise travelers, but remain vigilant in crowded areas to avoid petty theft.

/ 10

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.

/ 10

Izmir

Travelers should remain vigilant in Izmir, especially at night and in tourist areas, due to petty crime and occasional civil unrest.

/ 10

Rhodes

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

Cruise Ship

⚓ 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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Across the ports visited on this 14-night route, September averages 97°F highs and 62°F lows. See the per-port weather forecast section above for daily detail.

How safe is the September 16, 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.

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The Marella Discovery departs Limassol, Cyprus on Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at 11:00 PM and returns on Wednesday, Sep 30th, 2026 at 8:00 AM. Total duration: 14 nights.

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Last Updated: May 15, 2026