Mediterranean Grandeur – Rome, Santorini & Istanbul

About this cruise

Every port gets the time it deserves and the sea days in between are half the fun. This 11-night sailing leaves Civitavecchia (Rome) on September 27, 2027 and visits Souda (Chania), Kusadasi, Istanbul, Santorini, Mykonos and Naples. Expect a run of consecutive ports, 6 stops total, with the busiest days packed close together. The sea days around them feel earned. 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 Naples: Chaos, pizza, and passion beneath Vesuvius. Roughly 11 hours ashore per stop. No need to rush. Celebrity Ascent (2023) is one of the newer ships out there, with current design and recent tech throughout. The shows alone are worth the extra nights. You'll catch comedy, music, theatre, and themed evenings you'd miss on a shorter trip. Families and groups will find plenty to do: waterslides, shows, multiple pools, and something for every age. And September is a good call. Still warm, less crowded, and usually cheaper too. 6 ports, 3 countries, one suitcase. That's the appeal.