Island & Eternal City – Mykonos, Santorini & Rome

About this cruise

You board in Piraeus (Athens) on June 8, 2026 for 7 nights visiting Mykonos, Kusadasi, Santorini, Souda (Chania), Katakolon and Civitavecchia (Rome), and you come back from this kind of trip wondering why you don't do it more often. The sailing ends in Civitavecchia (Rome). A few ports come in quick succession, which is great for sightseeing but means you'll appreciate the sea days when they arrive. Crossing 3 borders through the Eastern Mediterranean: Greece, Türkiye and Italy. You'll notice the culture shift at every stop. People come back from this cruise talking about Katakolon: Gateway to ancient Olympia. Around 11 hours per port on average, which is generous enough to go beyond the obvious. Brilliance Of The Seas takes the food seriously, with 8 restaurants to choose from. 2 are included, and the rest are worth the splurge. This length suits most people. Enough time to settle in and actually unwind, without the trip dragging on. The timing works well too: warm evenings on deck, late sunsets, and a lively atmosphere. 6 ports, 3 countries, one suitcase. That's the appeal.