Ocean Discovery – Piraeus (Athens), Santorini & Katakolon (Olympia)

About this cruise

You sail from Piraeus (Athens) on July 30, 2028 and spend 7 nights visiting Santorini, Katakolon, Kotor, Split, Koper and Ravenna. It's a well-tested route and there's a reason people keep booking it. The sailing ends in Ravenna. There's a stretch of back-to-back port days, so those days are busy, but the sea days around them give you time to recharge. Crossing 5 borders through the Eastern Mediterranean: Greece, Montenegro, Croatia, Slovenia and Italy. You'll notice the culture shift at every stop. Most ports give you about 11 hours, so you can do more than just tick off the main sights. As for the ship itself, Norwegian Pearl takes the food seriously, with 14 restaurants to choose from. 6 are included, and the rest are worth the splurge. The sweet spot for most travellers: you get to know the ship, see the ports, and come home before the laundry piles up. Pro tip: fly in the day before. Piraeus (Athens) has plenty to offer, and you'll board relaxed instead of rushed. It's peak season, so the weather is at its best and the ship will be full. That's part of the fun. If you've been thinking about a cruise, this 7-night sailing is a strong place to start.