La Dolce Via – Naples, Chania & Ephesus

About this cruise

7 nights is that sweet spot where you actually start to relax. This sailing from Civitavecchia (Rome) on September 17, 2028 visits Naples, Palermo, Souda (Chania), Kusadasi, Mykonos and Piraeus (Athens) and doesn't try to cram in too much. The trip wraps in Piraeus (Athens), so you won't retrace your steps. A few ports come in quick succession, which is great for sightseeing but means you'll appreciate the sea days when they arrive. It's a proper Eastern Mediterranean tour: 3 countries, from Italy to Türkiye. Keep an eye out for Piraeus (Athens): The Acropolis beckons from the harbour. Around 11 hours per port on average, which is generous enough to go beyond the obvious. Sun Princess (2024) is one of the newer ships out there, with current design and recent tech throughout. The autumn timing is underrated too. Good weather, calmer seas, and a more relaxed ship. That's 7 nights well spent.