Piraeus,Katakolon,Cefalonia,Corfu,Bari,Santorini,Piraeus Cruise

Day 1 - Athens

Arrive: Tue 15 June 2027 / Depart: Tue 15 June 2027 at 18:00

From 2021, the city of Piraeus, one of the oldest ports in the world, will join the list of ports visited by MSC Mediterranean Cruises. Guests will be introduced to the treasures of Turkey and the Eastern Mediterranean. Piraeus, an MSC Mediterranean Cruises destination, has been the port of Athens since ancient times. It’s a city filled with incredible wonders including Mikrolimano Bay, Agia Triada (Church of the Holy Trinity), and the Archaeological Museum. Nowadays, Piraeus is a bustling centre with attractive waterfront cafés and restaurants, making it an ideal stop in the Mediterranean. Use it as a stepping stone to see the Acropolis and greater Athens.

Day 2 - Olympia (Katakolon), Greece

Arrive: Wed 16 June 2027 at 09:00 / Depart: Wed 16 June 2027 at 19:00

On the Peloponnese shores stands the little seaside town of Katakolon, Greece, an MSC Mediterranean cruises destination. Situated on a headland overlooking the blue Ionian Sea, this charming location boasts a lighthouse, the Agios Nicolaos Church, and musical instruments museum. A short ride away lies the ancient site of Olympia, the extraordinary UNESCO World Heritage Site. 3000 years ago, it hosted Greece’s first Olympic Games in its Panhellenic religious sanctuary.

Day 3 - Argostoli

Arrive: Thu 17 June 2027 at 09:00 / Depart: Thu 17 June 2027 at 19:00

Argostoli / Cephalonia, Greece Also known as Kefalonia, this Greek city has become the largest in the Ionian Islands, in the west of the country. The island is named after the mythological fi gure Cephalus, but some contend the name may originate from the word Cephalus, which means head in Greek. The Romans ruled the limestone Ionian Island from 189 BC, but it reintegrated Greece in 1864. Cefalonia recently gained popularity after the fi lm and novel, Captain Corellis Mandolin were set on its shores.

Day 4 - Corfu

Arrive: Fri 18 June 2027 at 08:00 / Depart: Fri 18 June 2027 at 19:00

The resort island of Corfu, an MSC Mediterranean Cruises destination, is renowned for its rocky mountains, beautiful beaches, and utterly romantic atmosphere. It’s capital city, also named Corfu, is one of the ancient jewels of Greece. Here you’ll find a Venetian fortress and a UNESCO World Heritage old town boasting winding lanes, bustling bars, towering houses, and heavenly gardens. Discover ancient remains from eras past, scattered throughout the island.

Day 5 - Bari

Arrive: Sat 19 June 2027 at 07:00 / Depart: Sat 19 June 2027 at 19:00

The Italian port city of Bari, an MSC Mediterranean Cruises destination, lies on the coast of the archaeologically-rich Apulia region. This ancient town offers a remarkable mix of old and new, with historical churches, castles and piazzas positioned near modern galleries, shops, and museums. Further afield, discover an abundance of natural wonders including UNESCO World Heritage site caves. With its breathtaking beaches and world-class restaurants, Bari is a memorable seaside destination.

Day 6 - At Sea

Day 7 - Santorini

Arrive: Mon 21 June 2027 at 08:00 / Depart: Mon 21 June 2027 at 18:00

Approximately 200-km southeast of mainland Greece, lies Santorini, a Cyclades Island. This MSC Mediterranean Cruises destination was formed from the remains of a volcanic caldera which is evident in its rugged geology. Santorini is famous for its sheer cliffs, red beach, and whitewashed houses that contrast strikingly against the blue Aegean Sea. The island is also home to ancient archaeological sites, hot spring swimming, and stunning wineries.

Day 8 - Athens

Arrive: Tue 22 June 2027 at 06:00 / Depart: Tue 22 June 2027

From 2021, the city of Piraeus, one of the oldest ports in the world, will join the list of ports visited by MSC Mediterranean Cruises. Guests will be introduced to the treasures of Turkey and the Eastern Mediterranean. Piraeus, an MSC Mediterranean Cruises destination, has been the port of Athens since ancient times. It’s a city filled with incredible wonders including Mikrolimano Bay, Agia Triada (Church of the Holy Trinity), and the Archaeological Museum. Nowadays, Piraeus is a bustling centre with attractive waterfront cafés and restaurants, making it an ideal stop in the Mediterranean. Use it as a stepping stone to see the Acropolis and greater Athens.