Marella Explorer itinerary map for June 7, 2024 (7 nights)
Marella Explorer itinerary map for June 7, 2024 (7 nights)
7 nights · 6 ports
Round-trip · Corfu, Greece
TUI MarellaMarella Explorer

Marella Explorer
June 7, 2024

7-Night Ionian Gems aboard Marella Explorer · Departing June 7, 2024 from the Port of Corfu, Greece.

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This 7-night cruise aboard the Explorer departs from Corfu, Greece on Friday, June 7, 2024 and returns on Friday, Jun 14th. June weather across this route averages 95°/57°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.2 out of 10, averaged across 6 ports.

Cruise Length
7
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Corfu
Greece
Port Stops
6
Sea Days
1

Cruise Itinerary Map - Ionian Gems

Marella Explorer · June 7, 2024

The Marella Explorer sails on June 7, 2024 for a Ionian Gems. The ship will depart the port of Corfu, Greece at 11:00 PM and will return to the port of Corfu, Greece on Jun 14th at 7:30 AM. During the 8-day journey, the Marella Explorer will visit 5 additional ports and will spend 1 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

Ionian Gems

  • JUN07
    Corfu, Greece
    Corfu, Greece
    A: — - D: 11:00 PM
  • JUN08
    Taranto
    Taranto
    A: 11:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • JUN09
    Messina, Sicily
    Messina, Sicily
    A: 9:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • JUN10
    La Valletta
    La Valletta
    A: 9:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • JUN11
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JUN12
    Kotor, Montenegro
    Kotor, Montenegro
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • JUN13
    Brindisi, Italy
    Brindisi, Italy
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • JUN14
    Corfu, Greece
    Corfu, Greece
    A: 7:30 AM - D: —
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Marella Explorer Cruise Ports

June 7, 2024 · Ionian Gems

Corfu, Greece — Day 1 of Marella Explorer June 7, 2024 cruise
Day 1•Friday, Jun 7

Corfu, Greece

Arrival: —•Departure: 11:00 PM

Corfu, Greece, offers docking at Corfu Port. Travelers explore Old Fortress and Achilleion Palace. Excursions include Paleokastritsa’s beaches. Local markets sell kumquat liqueur. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Venetian architecture and Ionian vistas. Dining onboard includes pastitsada, a Corfiot favorite. Souvenirs, like olive oil, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Ionian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while water shoes enhance beach exploration. Corfu’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Greek stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic fortresses and scenic beaches, making Corfu an engaging destination for exploring Greece’s Ionian Islands.

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Taranto — Day 2 of Marella Explorer June 7, 2024 cruise
Day 2•Saturday, Jun 8

Taranto

Arrival: 11:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 PM

Taranto, Italy, offers docking at Taranto Port. Travelers explore Aragonese Castle and MarTa Museum’s artifacts. Excursions visit Alberobello’s trulli houses. Local markets sell orecchiette. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures ancient ruins and Ionian vistas. Dining onboard includes tiella, an Apulian favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Magna Graecia history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Taranto’s ancient charm offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of archaeological treasures and scenic coasts, making Taranto an engaging destination for exploring Italy’s Puglia region.

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Messina, Sicily — Day 3 of Marella Explorer June 7, 2024 cruise
Day 3•Sunday, Jun 9

Messina, Sicily

Arrival: 9:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Messina, Sicily, offers docking at Messina Port. Travelers explore Messina Cathedral and Taormina’s Greek Theatre. Excursions visit Mount Etna. Local markets sell arancini. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures volcanic landscapes and Tyrrhenian vistas. Dining onboard includes pasta alla norma, 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 sturdy shoes enhance volcano hikes. Messina’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic volcanoes, making Messina an engaging destination for exploration.

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La Valletta — Day 4 of Marella Explorer June 7, 2024 cruise
Day 4•Monday, Jun 10

La Valletta

Arrival: 9:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

La Valletta, Malta, has 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. Photography captures baroque architecture and Mediterranean harbors. Dining onboard includes rabbit stew, a Maltese favorite. Souvenirs, like filigree jewelry, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Knights of Malta history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate. Comfortable shoes enhance city walks. La Valletta’s historic grandeur offers a vibrant Maltese stop, blending heritage with coastal beauty.

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Day 5 at sea — Marella Explorer June 7, 2024 itinerary
Day 5•Tuesday, Jun 11

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 12:00 AM

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

Kotor, Montenegro — Day 6 of Marella Explorer June 7, 2024 cruise
Day 6•Wednesday, Jun 12

Kotor, Montenegro

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 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.

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Brindisi, Italy — Day 7 of Marella Explorer June 7, 2024 cruise
Day 7•Thursday, Jun 13

Brindisi, Italy

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Brindisi, Italy, docks at Porto di Brindisi, 2 kilometers from the old town, with shuttles for 10-minute rides. The city, population 90,000, features the Roman Column marking the Appian Way’s end. Travelers visit the Swabian Castle from 1227. Local markets sell taralli biscuits. Excursions to Ostuni, 30 minutes north, explore whitewashed villages. Peak season May to September; taxis 5-10 EUR. Dining includes orecchiette at port trattorias. Souvenirs feature olive oil.

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Weather Forecast

Marella Explorer - June 7, 2024 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Corfu, Greece

☀️

June

Typical Weather

93°F

Average High

59°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.04in

Daily average

1.1 in monthly total

Marella Explorer Shore Excursions

Explore the most popular excursion options at each port.

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.

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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
72 / 100
safer than 72% of all cruises
72
7
/ 10
Corfu, Greece
Corfu
Travelers to Corfu should remain vigilant in crowded areas to prevent pickpocketing and scams while enjoying the island's attractions.
7
/ 10
Taranto
Taranto
Taranto is generally safe for cruise travelers, but caution is advised in less populated areas due to moderate petty crime risk.
7
/ 10
Messina, Sicily
Messina
Travelers in Messina should stay vigilant against petty theft and pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas like the port and markets.
8
/ 10
La Valletta
La Valletta
Valletta is safe for cruise travelers, but they should remain cautious in less populated areas and vigilant in crowded spots to avoid petty theft.
8
/ 10
Kotor, Montenegro
Kotor
Kotor is generally safe for tourists, but visitors should remain vigilant against petty theft in crowded areas and secure their belongings.
7
/ 10
Brindisi, Italy
Brindisi
Brindisi is generally safe for cruise travelers, but caution is advised in less populated areas due to potential petty theft and pickpocketing.

Cruise Ship

Marella Explorer

⚓ Tonnage

77,000

vs avg 79,453

🛠️ Year Built

1,996

vs avg 2,002

📏 Length (ft)

—

vs avg —

👥 Passenger Count

1,924

vs avg 2,048

The Explorer has a construction date of 1996 and a total size of 77,000 gross tons. The ship measures — feet in length. Marella Explorer is included in TUI Marella Cruises’s Century class. At full capacity, the Marella Explorer holds 1,924 passengers. That includes 1,924 cruise vacationers and — staff members. The Explorer total number of staterooms is 0.

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What's the weather like on the Marella Explorer June 7, 2024 route?▾

Across the ports visited on this 7-night route, June averages 95°F highs and 57°F lows. See the per-port weather forecast section above for daily detail.

How safe is the June 7, 2024 Marella Explorer itinerary?▾

This itinerary scores 7.2 out of 10 on the Gangwaze Itinerary Safety Score, averaged across 6 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 Explorer sail and return on this itinerary?▾

The Marella Explorer departs Corfu, Greece on Friday, June 7, 2024 at 11:00 PM and returns on Friday, Jun 14th, 2024 at 7:30 AM. Total duration: 7 nights.

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