Adriatic & Aegean – Venice, Kotor & Mykonos

About this cruise

If you want the classic cruise without a massive time commitment, this is a strong option. 7 nights from Venice on May 29, 2027, visiting Kotor, Mykonos, Syros and Ancona. The pace alternates neatly: port day, sea day, port day, sea day. 4 stops with a breather between each one. The Eastern Mediterranean route takes in Montenegro, Greece and Italy, 3 countries, and the differences show up in the food, the architecture, and the mood. Port time is tight at about 7 hours each. Pick your favourites and save the rest for another trip. As for the ship itself, MSC Lirica keeps you well fed. 5 places to eat, with 4 included in the fare and a few specialty spots if you're in the mood. The sweet spot for most travellers: you get to know the ship, see the ports, and come home before the laundry piles up. A spring departure helps too: decent weather and a calmer feel at each port. Hard to ask for much more than that, honestly.