Mediterranean Grandeur – Rome, Athens & Santorini

About this cruise

You board in Barcelona on May 23, 2026 for 10 nights visiting Valletta, Piraeus (Athens) and Santorini, with additional stops along the Eastern Mediterranean, 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 4 borders through the Eastern Mediterranean: Malta, Greece, Türkiye and Italy. You'll notice the culture shift at every stop. People come back from this cruise talking about Valletta: A fortress city of honey-coloured stone. Around 12 hours per port on average, which is generous enough to go beyond the obvious. Celebrity Equinox takes the food seriously, with 10 restaurants to choose from. 5 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 length suits most people. Enough time to settle in and actually unwind, without the trip dragging on. Timing-wise, spring usually means comfortable temperatures and lower prices than peak season. 7 ports, 4 countries, one suitcase. That's the appeal.