Marella Explorer itinerary map for September 27, 2024 (14 nights)

Marella Explorer — September 27, 202414-Night Aegean Shores followed by Iconic Islands on TUI Marella

This 14-night cruise aboard the Explorer departs from Corfu, Greece on Friday, September 27, 2024 and returns on Friday, Oct 11th. September weather across this route averages 90°/55°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.6 out of 10, averaged across 10 ports.

Cruise Length

Night Cruise

Departure Port

Corfu

Greece

Port Stops

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Cruise Itinerary Map - Aegean Shores followed by Iconic Islands

Marella Explorer · September 27, 2024

The Marella Explorer sails on September 27, 2024 for a Aegean Shores followed by Iconic Islands. The ship will depart the port of Corfu, Greece at 11:00 PM and will return to the port of Corfu, Greece on Oct 11th at 7:30 AM. During the 15-day journey, the Marella Explorer will visit 9 additional ports and will spend 2 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

Aegean Shores followed by Iconic Islands

SEP27
Corfu, Greece
A: — - D: 11:00 PM
SEP28
Brindisi, Italy
A: 9:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
SEP29
Kotor, Montenegro
A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
SEP30
At Sea
A: — - D: —
OCT01
La Valletta
A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
OCT02
Messina, Sicily
A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
OCT03
Taranto
A: 9:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
OCT04
Corfu, Greece
A: 7:00 AM - D: 11:00 PM
OCT05
At Sea
A: — - D: —
OCT06
Split, Croatia
A: 9:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
OCT07
Koper, Slovenia
A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
OCT08
Zadar, Croatia
A: 9:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
OCT09
Dubrovnik, Croatia
A: 8:00 AM - D: 9:00 PM
OCT10
Kotor, Montenegro
A: 8:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
OCT11
Corfu, Greece
A: 7:30 AM - D: —

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Cruise Ports

September 27, 2024 · Aegean Shores followed by Iconic Islands

Day 1•Friday, Sep 27

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.

Port Info Link Port Excursions Link

Day 2•Saturday, Sep 28

Brindisi, Italy

Arrival: 9:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 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.

Port Info Link Port Excursions Link

Day 3•Sunday, Sep 29

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.

Port Info Link Port Excursions Link

Day 4•Monday, Sep 30

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.

Day 5•Tuesday, Oct 1

La Valletta

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 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.

Port Info Link Port Excursions Link

Day 6•Wednesday, Oct 2

Messina, Sicily

Arrival: 8:00 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.

Port Info Link Port Excursions Link

Day 7•Thursday, Oct 3

Taranto

Arrival: 9:00 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.

Port Info Link Port Excursions Link

Day 8•Friday, Oct 4

Corfu, Greece

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 11:00 PM

Returning to Corfu, Greece — see Day 1 above for port info.

Port Info Link Port Excursions Link

Day 9•Saturday, Oct 5

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.

Day 10•Sunday, Oct 6

Split, Croatia

Arrival: 9:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 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.

Port Info Link Port Excursions Link

Day 11•Monday, Oct 7

Koper, Slovenia

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Koper, Slovenia, has docking at Koper Port. Travelers explore Tito Square and Praetorian Palace. Excursions visit Postojna Cave’s karst formations. Local markets sell truffles. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather. Photography captures Venetian architecture and Adriatic views. Dining onboard includes jota, a Slovenian stew. Souvenirs, like olive oil, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Slovenian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate. Comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Koper’s coastal charm offers a serene Slovenian stop, blending Venetian heritage with scenic beauty.

Port Info Link Port Excursions Link

Day 12•Tuesday, Oct 8

Zadar, Croatia

Arrival: 9:00 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.

Port Info Link Port Excursions Link

Day 13•Wednesday, Oct 9

Dubrovnik, Croatia

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 9:00 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 Link Port Excursions Link

Day 14•Thursday, Oct 10

Kotor, Montenegro

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 PM

Returning to Kotor, Montenegro — see Day 3 above for port info.

Port Info Link Port Excursions Link

Day 15•Friday, Oct 11

Corfu, Greece

Arrival: 7:30 AM•Departure: —

Returning to Corfu, Greece — see Day 1 above for port info.

Port Info Link Port Excursions Link

Weather Forecast

Marella Explorer - September 27, 2024 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Corfu, Greece

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September

Typical Weather

90°F

Average High

59°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.11in

Daily average

3.2 in monthly total

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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

76 / 100

safer than 76% of all cruises

/ 10

Corfu

Travelers to Corfu should remain vigilant in crowded areas to prevent pickpocketing and scams while enjoying the island's attractions.

/ 10

Brindisi

Brindisi is generally safe for cruise travelers, but caution is advised in less populated areas due to potential petty theft and pickpocketing.

/ 10

Kotor

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

/ 10

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.

/ 10

Messina

Travelers in Messina should stay vigilant against petty theft and pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas like the port and markets.

/ 10

Taranto

Taranto is generally safe for cruise travelers, but caution is advised in less populated areas due to moderate petty crime risk.

/ 10

Split

Split is generally safe for travelers, but caution in crowded areas is advised to prevent petty theft and pickpocketing.

/ 10

Koper

Koper is a safe port for cruise travelers, with low crime rates and standard precautions recommended in tourist areas.

/ 10

Zadar

Zadar is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates, but travelers should remain vigilant against petty theft in crowded areas.

/ 10

Dubrovnik

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

Cruise Ship

⚓ 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 September 27, 2024 route?▾

Across the ports visited on this 14-night route, September averages 90°F highs and 55°F lows. See the per-port weather forecast section above for daily detail.

How safe is the September 27, 2024 Marella Explorer itinerary?▾

This itinerary scores 7.6 out of 10 on the Gangwaze Itinerary Safety Score, averaged across 10 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 Explorer departs Corfu, Greece on Friday, September 27, 2024 at 11:00 PM and returns on Friday, Oct 11th, 2024 at 7:30 AM. Total duration: 14 nights.

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