Marble & Minaret – Istanbul, Santorini & Naples

About this cruise

14 nights starts to feel like a proper adventure. You leave Piraeus (Athens) on November 25, 2028 and the route takes you through Santorini, Mykonos and Kusadasi, with additional stops along the Eastern Mediterranean at a pace where there's never any need to rush. Disembarkation is 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. If one port sticks with you, it'll probably be Thessaloniki, Byzantine mosaics and waterfront mezze. Around 11 hours per port on average, which is generous enough to go beyond the obvious. Rotterdam takes the food seriously, with 12 restaurants to choose from. 6 are included, and the rest are worth the splurge. The longer time on board means you'll catch several shows, themed nights, and start feeling like a regular at your favourite bar. This one's for people who really want to switch off. No half measures. Block out the calendar. The autumn timing is underrated too. Good weather, calmer seas, and a more relaxed ship. It's the kind of trip you actually remember afterwards.