Olive Grove – Syros, Mykonos & Venice

About this cruise

This one leaves Ancona on July 24, 2026 and spends 7 nights visiting Venice, Kotor, Mykonos and Syros at a pace where every day has something going on but there's always time to just sit and watch the water too. That gives you 4 days in port and 2 at sea, enough of each to find a rhythm. The Eastern Mediterranean route takes in Italy, Montenegro and Greece, 3 countries, and the differences show up in the food, the architecture, and the mood. Port time is tight at about 8 hours each. Pick your favourites and save the rest for another trip. As for the ship itself, MSC Lirica keeps you well fed. 5 places to eat, with 4 included in the fare and a few specialty spots if you're in the mood. The sweet spot for most travellers: you get to know the ship, see the ports, and come home before the laundry piles up. It's peak season, so the weather is at its best and the ship will be full. That's part of the fun. You start in Ancona and come back with stories from Italy, Montenegro and Greece.