Adriatic to Aegean – Dubrovnik & Mykonos

About this cruise

This one leaves Ravenna on October 3, 2027 and spends 7 nights visiting Dubrovnik, Heraklion, Kusadasi, Istanbul, Mykonos and Piraeus (Athens) at a pace where every day has something going on but there's always time to just sit and watch the water too. The sailing ends in Piraeus (Athens). There's a stretch of back-to-back port days, so those days are busy, but the sea days around them give you time to recharge. The Eastern Mediterranean route takes in Croatia, Greece and Türkiye, 3 countries, and the differences show up in the food, the architecture, and the mood. Most ports give you about 9 hours, so you can do more than just tick off the main sights. As for the ship itself, Norwegian Gem keeps you well fed. 14 places to eat, with 7 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. Being shoulder season helps: golden light, comfortable weather, and shorter queues at the popular spots. If you've been thinking about a cruise, this 7-night sailing is a strong place to start.