Mediterranean Cruise Itinerary – October 2025

Evening: Enjoy a themed dinner and live entertainment in the main theater, followed by stargazing from the open deck.

Day 3 – Friday, October 3: Athens (Piraeus), Greece

Morning: Dock at Piraeus and take a short transit to the Acropolis, where you’ll marvel at the Parthenon and the Temple of Athena.

Afternoon: Wander through the Ancient Agora and enjoy a traditional Greek lunch in Plaka, sampling souvlaki and tzatziki.

Evening: Return to the ship by 10 PM after a leisurely stroll along the waterfront promenade.

Day 4 – Saturday, October 4: Santorini, Greece

Morning: Arrive at the stunning caldera of Santorini and head straight to Oia for breathtaking sunrise views over the white‑washed houses.

Afternoon: Explore the volcanic beaches, such as Red Beach, and enjoy a wine tasting at a local vineyard.

Evening: Dine at a cliff‑side taverna with views of the sunset, then return to the ship for a nightcap on deck.

Day 5 – Sunday, October 5: Mykonos, Greece

Morning: Disembark at Mykonos and wander through the iconic narrow lanes of Little Venice, admiring the colorful bougainvillaea.

Afternoon: Visit the famous windmills and relax on Psarou Beach, perhaps trying a watersport or a beachside lunch.

Evening: Return to the ship by 2 PM, allowing time for a quick lunch before heading back to sea.

Day 6 – Monday, October 6: Olympia (Katakolon), Greece

Morning: Arrive at the historic port of Katakolon and take a short bus ride to the archaeological site of Olympia, birthplace of the Olympic Games.

Afternoon: Explore the Temple of Zeus, the ancient stadium, and the on‑site museum, learning about ancient athletics.

Evening: Return to the ship by 4:30 PM and enjoy a relaxing dinner while the ship sails along the western Greek coast.

Day 7 – Tuesday, October 7: Valletta, Malta

Morning: Dock in Valletta and start with a visit to St. John’s Co‑Cathedral, famed for its Baroque interior and Caravaggio paintings.

Afternoon: Walk through the Upper Barrakka Gardens for panoramic views of the Grand Harbour, then sample Maltese pastizzi.

Evening: Return to the ship by 9 PM after a leisurely stroll along the historic streets.

Day 8 – Wednesday, October 8: Messina, Sicily, Italy

Morning: Arrive in Messina and visit the Cathedral of Messina, notable for its astronomical clock.

Afternoon: Explore the nearby Strait of Messina viewpoint and enjoy a Sicilian lunch of arancini and cannoli.

Evening: Board the ship by 6 PM for a night sail toward the Italian mainland.

Day 9 – Thursday, October 9: Salerno, Italy

Morning: Dock at Salerno and take a short trip to the Amalfi Coast, stopping in picturesque towns like Amalfi and Ravello.

Afternoon: Visit Salerno’s medieval cathedral and enjoy a seafood lunch overlooking the Tyrrhenian Sea.

Evening: Return to the ship by 3 PM and set sail toward Tuscany.

Day 10 – Friday, October 10: Florence & Pisa (Livorno), Italy

Morning: Arrive at Livorno and take a quick train to Florence to see the Duomo, Baptistery, and the Uffizi Gallery.

Afternoon: Head to Pisa to photograph the iconic Leaning Tower and the surrounding Campo dei Miracoli.

Evening: Return to Livorno by 8:30 PM and enjoy a final Italian dinner on board before the final leg of the cruise.

Day 11 – Saturday, October 11: Rome, Italy – Return to the United States

Morning: Arrive back at Civitavecchia at 6:15 AM, then take a quick shuttle to Rome for a sunrise walk past the Trevi Fountain and Spanish Steps.

Afternoon: Enjoy a farewell Italian lunch near the Pantheon before heading to the airport for your flight home.

Evening: Depart Rome on your flight back to Denver, concluding a memorable Mediterranean adventure.

Time and Cost Estimates

• Civitavecchia waterfront – 1 hour – $0 (free)
• Acropolis (Athens) – 2 hours – $25 entry
• Plaka lunch (Athens) – 1 hour – $20 meal
• Oia (Santorini) – 2 hours – $0 (free)
• Wine tasting (Santorini) – 1 hour – $30
• Little Venice (Mykonos) – 1 hour – $0
• Windmills (Mykonos) – 1 hour – $0
• Olympia archaeological site – 3 hours – $18 entry
• St. John’s Co‑Cathedral (Valletta) – 1 hour – $10 entry
• Upper Barrakka Gardens (Valletta) – 1 hour – $0
• Cathedral of Messina – 1 hour – $5 entry
• Amalfi Coast day trip (Salerno) – 4 hours – $45 tour
• Florence Duomo & Uffizi – 3 hours – $30 entry
• Leaning Tower of Pisa – 2 hours – $20 entry
• Trevi Fountain & Spanish Steps (Rome) – 2 hours – $0
• Meals & incidentals (average) – 10 hours – $300
• Total Estimated Cost – $543

Tips

If you’d like to extend the trip, consider adding an extra night in Florence to explore the Tuscan countryside or a day in Naples to see Pompeii. To shorten the itinerary, you could combine the Mykonos and Santorini visits into a single “Cyclades Highlights” day, reducing travel time while still enjoying iconic sights.