Marella Explorer itinerary map for October 11, 2024 (7 nights)

Marella Explorer — October 11, 20247-Night Aegean Shores on TUI Marella

This 7-night cruise aboard the Explorer departs from Corfu, Greece on Friday, October 11, 2024 and returns on Friday, Oct 18th. October weather across this route averages 89°/50°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.3 out of 10, averaged across 6 ports.

Cruise Length

Night Cruise

Departure Port

Corfu

Greece

Port Stops

Sea Days

Cruise Itinerary Map - Aegean Shores

Marella Explorer · October 11, 2024

The Marella Explorer sails on October 11, 2024 for a Aegean Shores. The ship will depart the port of Corfu, Greece at 11:00 PM and will return to the port of Corfu, Greece on Oct 18th 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

Aegean Shores

OCT11
Corfu, Greece
A: — - D: 11:00 PM
OCT12
At Sea
A: — - D: —
OCT13
Heraklion
A: 8:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
OCT14
Thira
A: 8:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
OCT15
Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey
A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
OCT16
Piraeus (Athens), Greece
A: 7:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
OCT17
Argostoli, Kefalonia, Greece
A: 12:00 PM - D: 7:00 PM
OCT18
Corfu, Greece
A: 7:30 AM - D: —

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Cruise Ports

October 11, 2024 · Aegean Shores

Day 1•Friday, Oct 11

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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Day 2•Saturday, Oct 12

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 3•Sunday, Oct 13

Heraklion

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Iraklion, Crete, has docking at Iraklion Port. Travelers explore Knossos Palace’s Minoan ruins. Excursions visit Phaistos’ ancient sites. Local markets sell raki. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather. Photography captures ancient frescoes and Mediterranean shores. Dining onboard includes dakos, a Cretan salad. Souvenirs, like olive oil, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Minoan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate. Sturdy shoes enhance ruin walks. Iraklion’s ancient heritage offers a fascinating Greek stop, blending archaeological wonders with coastal beauty.

Port Info Link Port Excursions Link

Day 4•Monday, Oct 14

Thira

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Thira, Greece, offers docking at Athinios Port. Travelers explore Oia’s whitewashed villages and Fira’s caldera views. Excursions visit Akrotiri’s Minoan ruins. Local markets sell fava beans. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for island tours. Photography captures cliffside towns and Aegean vistas. Dining onboard includes tomatokeftedes, a Santorini favorite. Souvenirs, like volcanic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Cycladic history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance caldera walks. Thira’s scenic charm offers a vibrant Greek stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of iconic villages and ancient sites, making Thira an engaging destination for exploring Santorini.

Port Info Link Port Excursions Link

Day 5•Tuesday, Oct 15

Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 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 6•Wednesday, Oct 16

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 7•Thursday, Oct 17

Argostoli, Kefalonia, Greece

Arrival: 12:00 PM•Departure: 7:00 PM

Argostoli, Kefalonia, Greece, offers docking at Argostoli Port. Travelers explore Melissani Cave and Myrtos Beach. Excursions include wine-tasting at Robola vineyards. Local markets sell baklava. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures turquoise caves and Ionian vistas. Dining onboard includes kleftiko, a Greek 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. Argostoli’s coastal charm offers a vibrant Greek stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural wonders and scenic beaches, making Argostoli an engaging destination for exploration.

Port Info Link Port Excursions Link

Day 8•Friday, Oct 18

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 - October 11, 2024 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Corfu, Greece

🌦️

October

Typical Weather

87°F

Average High

50°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.15in

Daily average

4.5 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

73 / 100

safer than 73% 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

Heraklion

Heraklion is generally safe for cruise travelers, but vigilance against petty theft in crowded areas is advised.

/ 10

Thira

Travelers should stay vigilant against pickpockets in crowded areas and exercise caution on steep steps and donkey paths at this cruise port.

/ 10

Kusadasi

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

/ 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

Argostoli

Argostoli is a safe destination with a low crime rate, but travelers should stay vigilant against petty theft 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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Marella Explorer October 11, 2024 FAQ

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What's the weather like on the Marella Explorer October 11, 2024 route?▾

Across the ports visited on this 7-night route, October averages 89°F highs and 50°F lows. See the per-port weather forecast section above for daily detail.

How safe is the October 11, 2024 Marella Explorer itinerary?▾

This itinerary scores 7.3 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, October 11, 2024 at 11:00 PM and returns on Friday, Oct 18th, 2024 at 7:30 AM. Total duration: 7 nights.

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