Byzantine Wake – Athens, Izmir & Istanbul

About this cruise

There's a reason 7-night cruises are the most popular length. This one sails from Bari on January 23, 2027 and visits Piraeus (Athens), Izmir, Istanbul and Corfu. The itinerary clusters several port calls together. Fast-paced for a few days, then the sea days hit and you can catch your breath. Whitewashed Cycladic villages one day, busy bazaars the next. Very different moods, same cruise. You get around 9 hours in each port, which is enough for an excursion, lunch, and some wandering around on your own. When you're not ashore, You won't go hungry on MSC Lirica. 4 restaurants come with the fare, plus 1 more when you feel like treating yourself. While everyone else deals with the January cold, you'll be somewhere warmer. And floating. If you've been thinking about a cruise, this 7-night sailing is a strong place to start.