Cobalt Shards – Dubrovnik, Crete & Santorini

About this cruise

There's a reason 10-night cruises are the most popular length. This one sails from Ravenna on October 1, 2027 and visits Dubrovnik, Bar and Corfu, with additional stops along the Eastern Mediterranean. Disembarkation is in Piraeus (Athens). The itinerary clusters several port calls together. Fast-paced for a few days, then the sea days hit and you can catch your breath. Crossing 3 borders through the Eastern Mediterranean: Croatia, Montenegro and Greece. You'll notice the culture shift at every stop. You get around 11 hours in each port, which is enough for an excursion, lunch, and some wandering around on your own. When you're not ashore, Celebrity Eclipse takes the food seriously, with 10 restaurants to choose from. 5 are included, and the rest are worth the splurge. Longer sailings have a different energy. People relax into it, stop rushing, and start actually talking to each other. Couples, small groups, or anyone who wants proper time away will find this hits the spot. Pro tip: fly in the day before. Ravenna has plenty to offer, and you'll board relaxed instead of rushed. An October sailing dodges the peak crowds while the weather is still cooperating. Well timed. You start in Ravenna and come back with stories from Croatia, Montenegro and Greece.