14 nights - Eastern Mediterranean Intensive - from/to Heraklion

About this cruise

A 14-night sailing gives you something shorter trips can't: the feeling that you're not just visiting places but actually living somewhere else for a while. This one leaves Heraklion on June 18, 2027 and visits Taranto, Corfu and Piraeus (Athens), with additional stops along the Eastern Mediterranean. With 4 sea days woven in between port calls, there's time to actually use the ship and recharge. The Eastern Mediterranean route takes in Italy, Greece and Cyprus, 3 countries, and the differences show up in the food, the architecture, and the mood. Piraeus (Athens) alone is worth the trip, The Acropolis beckons from the harbour. Around 12 hours per port on average, which is generous enough to go beyond the obvious. Mein Schiff 5 keeps you well fed. 11 places to eat, with 8 included in the fare and a few specialty spots if you're in the mood. The longer time on board means you'll catch several shows, themed nights, and start feeling like a regular at your favourite bar. This one's for people who really want to switch off. No half measures. Block out the calendar. If you can, add a night in Heraklion before boarding. It's a good city to wander. The timing works well too: warm evenings on deck, late sunsets, and a lively atmosphere. Worth booking. That's the short version.