Greek Island Escape – Santorini & Athens

About this cruise

Long enough to properly switch off but not so long you need to reorganise your entire life. This 7-night round-trip sailing from Bari on August 29, 2026 visits Santorini, Piraeus (Athens), Katakolon, Kefalonia and Corfu. Expect a run of consecutive ports, 5 stops total, with the busiest days packed close together. The sea days around them feel earned. A lot of Western civilisation started around here, and the views haven't changed much since. People come back from this cruise talking about Santorini: Sunsets that redefine the colour blue. Roughly 10 hours ashore per stop. No need to rush. MSC Sinfonia keeps you well fed. 4 places to eat, with 4 included in the fare and a few specialty spots if you're in the mood. Long enough that you stop checking your phone. Short enough that you're not bored. If you can, add a night in Bari before boarding. It's a good city to wander. And August means long, warm days. Good for the ports, good for the pool. 5 ports, one suitcase. That's the appeal.