Sultans’ Shores – Athens, Corfu & Bari

About this cruise

7 nights, 4 ports, all from Istanbul on March 3, 2027. The route visits Corfu, Bari, Piraeus (Athens) and Izmir and the whole thing just flows. It splits nicely: 4 days seeing places and 2 days doing nothing at all. Crossing 3 borders through the Eastern Mediterranean: Greece, Italy and Türkiye. You'll notice the culture shift at every stop. You get around 9 hours in each port, which is enough for an excursion, lunch, and some wandering around on your own. When you're not ashore, MSC Lirica takes the food seriously, with 5 restaurants to choose from. 4 are included, and the rest are worth the splurge. Couples, small groups, or anyone who wants proper time away will find this hits the spot. Pro tip: fly in the day before. Istanbul has plenty to offer, and you'll board relaxed instead of rushed. A March departure catches that sweet window of warm-enough weather before the summer rush. You'll probably start planning the next one before this one's even over.