Itinerary

Day 1 Oct 26, 2026 Athens (Piraeus), Greece Departs 17:00 A city of legend, civilisation and enduring culture, Athens is a majestic and magical urban sprawl. Extraordinary elegance and grace combine with grit and graft in Greece's capital, where highways encase ruins from antiquity, and gleaming museums and galleries stand beside concrete sprayed with edgy street art. These contrasts enhance and elevate the wonders of this 2,500-year-old city, however, which can count notable contributions to philosophy, drama and democracy, among its global legacy. Piraeus' giant port and naval base welcome you to the edge of the Athens' urban area. From there it's a simple jaunt to the centre. The majestic ancient citadel of the Acropolis dominates an elevated platform and is a constant presence as you explore the city. The wonderful remains of the columned temple of the Parthenon - which date back to the 5th century BC - stand here, representing the pinnacle of classical architecture. The nearby Acropolis Museum adds context to your visit and frames the broad views from its giant glass windows. Or rise up Mount Lycabettus, to be rewarded with perhaps Athens' best panorama of the Acropolis sitting high over the city on its grand stage. See the marble horseshoe of the Old Olympic Stadium, where the first modern Olympics were held in 1896, for more of the city's enduring legacy. Elsewhere, golden beaches and temples stretch out along the coastline, should you wish to explore a little further afield. Coffee is an art form to the Greeks, and it's an unwritten rule that coffee time must never be rushed. So prepare to settle down for a couple of hours and lose yourself in a good chat. Feeling hungry - try traditional souvlaki made with sauces handed from generation to generation. Athens (Piraeus), Greece Athens (Piraeus), Greece port guide Search cruises visiting Athens (Piraeus), Greece

Day 2 Oct 27, 2026 Olympia (Katakolon), Greece 10:00 – 16:00 6.0 hrs ashore The small Greek port of Katakolon was developed in the 19th century to serve the thriving local trade in currants. Today it is your starting block for Olympia - birthplace of the Olympic Games. A pretty town on the banks of the River Alpheios, Olympia lies only a short drive away from the port and its historic stadium - where the first Olympic torch was lit in 776 BC and is a fascinating site to explore. You can still see the marble starting blocks used by early athletes in the 45,000-seat arena, as well as the ruins of the Temple of Hera and the gigantic Temple of Zeus - its gold and ivory statue of Zeus was one of the Seven Wonders of the ancient world. If you have already visited Olympia, you could spend your day exploring the lush wine country north of Katakolon and sampling the local vintages. Olympia (Katakolon), Greece Olympia (Katakolon), Greece port guide Search cruises visiting Olympia (Katakolon), Greece

Olympia (Katakolon), Greece photo — Day 2 Oct 27, 2026 Olympia (Katakolon), Greece 10:00 – 16:00 6.0 hrs ashore The small Greek port of Katakolon was developed in the 19th century to serve the thriving local trade in currants. Today it is your starting block for Olympia - birthplace of the Olympic Games. A pretty town on the banks of the River Alpheios, Olympia lies only a short drive away from the port and its historic stadium - where the first Olympic torch was lit in 776 BC and is a fascinating site to explore. You can still see the marble starting blocks used by early athletes in the 45,000-seat arena, as well as the ruins of the Temple of Hera and the gigantic Temple of Zeus - its gold and ivory statue of Zeus was one of the Seven Wonders of the ancient world. If you have already visited Olympia, you could spend your day exploring the lush wine country north of Katakolon and sampling the local vintages. Olympia (Katakolon), Greece Olympia (Katakolon), Greece port guide Search cruises visiting Olympia (Katakolon), Greece

Day 4 Oct 29, 2026 Civitavecchia, Rome Arrives 08:00 All roads lead to Rome, and with good reason - this city is one of the world’s most thrilling, offering unmatched history along every street. An evocative, inspiring and utterly artistic capital of unrivalled cultural impact, Rome is a city of back-to-back landmarks, which will take you on an exhilarating journey through the ages. This may be one of the world’s oldest cities, but it’s well and truly lived in. The ruins are punctuated with murmuring cafes, and the outdoor seating of restaurants sprawls out across piazzas, enticing you to sample tangles of creamy pasta and crispy pizzas. Rome’s incredible Roman Forum is littered with the ruins of its ancient administrations, which have stood firm for 2,000 years, since the times when the area was the centre of the Western world. Few sites are more simultaneously beautiful and haunting than that of the storied Colosseum, which looms deep into Rome’s rich blue sky. Take a tour to learn details of the grisly goings-on within. The best way to experience Rome is to wander its streets, gelato in hand. There is a lot to see here - whether it’s the domed spectacle of the Pantheon, or the elaborate flowing waters and artistry of the Trevi Fountain. Vatican City is an astonishing, colossal display of Catholic grandeur, while the Spanish Steps – crowned by the Trinità dei Monti church – offer a beautiful spot to gather and soak up the lively atmosphere of this humming city. With so much on the to-do list, you’ll relish the breaks you take, enjoying simple pleasures like a strong espresso, or fresh pasta with tomato sauce and ripped basil. Civitavecchia, Rome Civitavecchia, Rome port guide Search cruises visiting Civitavecchia, Rome

Pricing

Lowest fare we've tracked over the observed 69-day span: $229 · range $229–$499

Lower than 75% of peers This short-break sailing's from-price per night is lower than 75% of comparable sailings.

same cruise line and duration · from-price per night · as of Aug 25, 2026 · Broader cohort: same cruise line and duration, compared by from-price per night.

Current prices

Per person · 2 guests · incl. taxes & fees

Inside

Not available

Oceanview

from $319

$106 / night

Fare rows

OCEAN VIEW BELLA GUARANTEED

Cabin grade

Available

from $319

$106 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

JUNIOR OCEAN VIEW FANTASTICA

Cabin grade

Available

from $359

$119 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

OCEAN VIEW BELLA GUARANTEED

Cabin grade

Available

from $502

$167 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

JUNIOR OCEAN VIEW FANTASTICA

Cabin grade

Available

from $542

$180 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

Balcony

from $499

$166 / night

Fare rows

BALCONY BELLA GUARANTEED

Cabin grade

Available

from $499

$166 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

BALCONY BELLA GUARANTEED

Cabin grade

Available

from $682

$227 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

Suite

from $649

$216 / night

Fare rows

JUNIOR SUITE AUREA

Cabin grade

Available

from $649

$216 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

JUNIOR SUITE AUREA

Cabin grade

Available

from $669

$223 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

JUNIOR SUITE AUREA

Cabin grade

Available

from $832

$277 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

JUNIOR SUITE AUREA

Cabin grade

Available

from $852

$284 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

Prices verified Aug 24, 2026

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Price history

Cheaper than 26%

30 days

We've tracked this sailing's fares every day for the past 70 days. Here's what each cabin type has cost — today's fare is cheaper than 26% of days we've recorded.

Price history by cabin type
Cabin	Current	Lowest	Highest
Inside	$229	$229 · Jun 17	$269 · Jun 20
Oceanview	$319	$319 · Aug 20	$359 · Aug 19
Balcony	$499	$499 · Jun 17	$529 · Jul 18
Suite	$649	$649 · Jun 17	$649 · Jun 17

Lowest and highest fares we've recorded for each cabin type · verified 9 hours ago.

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Cabin grades

Lines step when the price changed; a gap means sold out or no public fare that day. Plot up to 6 at once.

Show all 12 cabin grades

Cabin grades and pricing
Name	Supplier code	Type
BALCONY BELLA GUARANTEED	BB	Balcony
JUNIOR BALCONY FANTASTICA	BM1	Balcony
INTERIOR BELLA GUARANTEED	IB	Inside
JUNIOR INTERIOR FANTASTICA	IM1	Inside
JUNIOR INTERIOR FANTASTICA	IM2	Inside
OCEAN VIEW BELLA GUARANTEED	OB	Oceanview
PREMIUM OCEAN VIEW FANTASTICA	OL1	Oceanview
JUNIOR OCEAN VIEW FANTASTICA	OM1	Oceanview
JUNIOR OCEAN VIEW FANTASTICA	OM2	Oceanview
JUNIOR OCEAN VIEW WITH OBSTRUCTED VIEW FANTASTICA	OO	Oceanview
JUNIOR SUITE AUREA	SR1	Suite
JUNIOR SUITE AUREA	SR2	Suite