Cruise itinerary
7-Night Europe Cruise from Piraeus
7 nights · Europe · 6 ports of call
7-night Europe cruise aboard EXPLORA II, departing Piraeus and calling at Skíathos, Kusadasi, Mytilene, Lesbos, Istanbul and Mykonos.
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At a glance
- Ship
- EXPLORA II
- Cruise line
- Explora Journeys
- Duration
- 7 nights
- Region
- Europe · Southern Europe · Mediterranean
- Departs
- Piraeus
- Returns
- Piraeus
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Where this voyage takes you
Day-by-day itinerary
- Day1
Piraeus
Depart 20:00
The ancient harbour of Athens and Greece's principal cruise port. Ferries fan out to the Aegean islands from its quays, while the Acropolis, the Plaka district and the National Archaeological Museum sit a short metro ride inland.
- Gateway to Athens
- Acropolis
- Aegean ferries
- Day2
Skíathos
Arrive 08:00 · Depart 18:00
- Day3
Kusadasi
Arrive 09:00 · Depart 19:00
A resort town on Turkey's Aegean coast that serves as the cruise gateway to ancient Ephesus, one of the best-preserved classical cities in the Mediterranean. Pigeon Island guards the harbour, and the marble Library of Celsus lies a short drive inland.
- Ephesus ruins
- Library of Celsus
- Pigeon Island
- Day4
Mytilene, Lesbos
Arrive 08:00 · Depart 17:00
- Day5
Istanbul
Arrive 09:00
The city straddling Europe and Asia along the Bosphorus, once Byzantium and then Constantinople. Ships dock near the historic peninsula, within reach of the Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque and the covered Grand Bazaar's labyrinth of stalls.
- Hagia Sophia
- Blue Mosque
- Grand Bazaar
- Day6
Istanbul
Depart 02:00
The city straddling Europe and Asia along the Bosphorus, once Byzantium and then Constantinople. Ships dock near the historic peninsula, within reach of the Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque and the covered Grand Bazaar's labyrinth of stalls.
- Hagia Sophia
- Blue Mosque
- Grand Bazaar
- Day7
Mykonos
Arrive 09:00 · Depart 22:00
A Cycladic island in the Aegean known for whitewashed houses and a lively summer scene. Ships anchor off the main town, where windmills overlook the sea, the Little Venice quarter meets the waves and sandy beaches stretch along the south coast.
- Windmills
- Little Venice
- Chora town
- Day8
Piraeus
Arrive 07:00
The ancient harbour of Athens and Greece's principal cruise port. Ferries fan out to the Aegean islands from its quays, while the Acropolis, the Plaka district and the National Archaeological Museum sit a short metro ride inland.
- Gateway to Athens
- Acropolis
- Aegean ferries
Upcoming departures
- 7 Jun 2027
- 28 Jun 2027
- 19 Jul 2027
Upcoming sailings of this itinerary — a NestCruise advisor confirms current availability and your fare.
7-Night Europe Cruise from Piraeus FAQ
Which ports does this cruise visit?
This 7-night Europe cruise calls at Piraeus, Skíathos, Kusadasi, Mytilene, Lesbos, Istanbul and Mykonos.
How many days are spent at sea?
This is a port-intensive itinerary with no full days at sea.
Where does this cruise depart from?
It is a round-trip sailing from Piraeus.
How long is this cruise?
7 nights aboard EXPLORA II.
When does this itinerary sail?
Upcoming departures include 7 Jun 2027, 28 Jun 2027 and 19 Jul 2027. A NestCruise advisor can confirm current availability.