Ocean Discovery – Mykonos, Piraeus (Athens) & Izmir

About this cruise

You come back from a trip like this actually rested, not just "I went on vacation" rested. 11 nights from Civitavecchia (Rome) on May 13, 2028, visiting Mykonos, Piraeus (Athens) and Izmir, with additional stops along the Eastern Mediterranean. Expect a run of consecutive ports, 8 stops total, with the busiest days packed close together. The sea days around them feel earned. The Eastern Mediterranean route takes in Greece, Türkiye, Malta and Italy, 4 countries, and the differences show up in the food, the architecture, and the mood. Don't rush through Livorno (Florence/Pisa), which is known as Tuscan art and the Leaning Tower await. Roughly 10 hours ashore per stop. No need to rush. Norwegian Epic keeps you well fed. 14 places to eat, with 7 included in the fare and a few specialty spots if you're in the mood. 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. If you can, add a night in Civitavecchia (Rome) before boarding. It's a good city to wander. And May is a good time to go. Mild weather, things starting to bloom, and fewer people than summer. All told, 8 ports across 11 nights covers a lot.