Odyssey of the Archipelagos – Rome, Athens & Barcelona

About this cruise

A 14-night sailing gives you something shorter trips can't: the feeling that you're not just visiting places but actually living somewhere else for a while. This one leaves Civitavecchia (Rome) on March 12, 2028 and visits Naples, Palermo and Souda (Chania), with additional stops along the Eastern Mediterranean. Disembarkation is in Barcelona. A few ports come in quick succession, which is great for sightseeing but means you'll appreciate the sea days when they arrive. The Eastern Mediterranean route takes in Italy, Greece, Türkiye, Montenegro and Spain, 5 countries, and the differences show up in the food, the architecture, and the mood. If one port sticks with you, it'll probably be Corfu, Venetian elegance in an emerald setting. Around 11 hours per port on average, which is generous enough to go beyond the obvious. Sun Princess (2024) is one of the newer ships out there, with current design and recent tech throughout. The longer time on board means you'll catch several shows, themed nights, and start feeling like a regular at your favourite bar. 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. Timing-wise, spring usually means comfortable temperatures and lower prices than peak season. It's the kind of trip you actually remember afterwards.