Epic Mediterranean Quest – Trieste, Split & Athens

About this cruise

By June 5, 2027 you'll be ready for this. 9 nights out of Bari, visiting Trieste, Split, Piraeus (Athens), Kusadasi, Istanbul and Corfu, and nothing on the agenda except showing up. The itinerary clusters several port calls together. Fast-paced for a few days, then the sea days hit and you can catch your breath. The Eastern Mediterranean route takes in Italy, Croatia, Greece and Türkiye, 4 countries, and the differences show up in the food, the architecture, and the mood. You get around 10 hours in each port, which is enough for an excursion, lunch, and some wandering around on your own. When you're not ashore, MSC Splendida keeps you well fed. 6 places to eat, with 2 included in the fare and a few specialty spots if you're in the mood. If you like having options (restaurants, bars, activities, entertainment), a big ship delivers that. A June departure puts you in the best summer conditions: long days, warm nights, plenty of sun. Whether you've cruised before or not, this 9-night itinerary is a genuinely good one.