Ocean Discovery – Piraeus (Athens), La Valletta & Catania

About this cruise

12 nights starts to feel like a proper adventure. You leave Piraeus (Athens) on September 8, 2027 and the route takes you through Valletta, Catania and Taranto, with additional stops along the Western Mediterranean at a pace where there's never any need to rush. The trip wraps in Marseille, 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. Crossing 3 borders through the Western Mediterranean: Malta, Italy and France. You'll notice the culture shift at every stop. Keep an eye out for Civitavecchia (Rome): The Eternal City is just an hour away. Around 10 hours per port on average, which is generous enough to go beyond the obvious. At 114,147 gross tons, Costa Serena is big enough that you can find a quiet corner or a crowd, depending on your mood. There are enough performances, events, and social mixers on a cruise this length that you couldn't do them all if you tried. And that's a good problem. Families and groups will find plenty to do: waterslides, shows, multiple pools, and something for every age. The autumn timing is underrated too. Good weather, calmer seas, and a more relaxed ship. That's 12 nights well spent.