Costa Deliziosa: 14-Night Cruise from Piraeus (Athens) - May 8, 2027

You'll have 10 hours hours to explore Santorini (Thira), Greece, from 8:00 AM to 6:30 PM - a solid full day ashore. That's enough for 2-3 attractions and a sit-down lunch without rushing. Tackle the most distant spot first, then work your way back toward the port. The island offers a mix of cultural exploration and leisure, from ancient ruins to boutique shopping and local tavernas.

The Costa Deliziosa will be offloading over 2,000 passengers into Heraklion, Crete, Greece. A ship-arranged shore excursion is the smoothest way to bypass terminal congestion - these groups often get priority disembarkation. Knossos is the main reason many travelers come to Heraklion and it lives up to expectations.

Your ship arrives in Zakynthos, Greece at 8:00 AM, one of the most common arrival windows. If you've booked a morning excursion, aim to be among the first off. If your plans are flexible, waiting 30-45 minutes lets the initial wave pass. Also known as Shipwreck Beach, this iconic cove is surrounded by towering limestone cliffs and accessible by boat.

You'll have 8 hours hours to explore Kotor, Montenegro, from 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM - a solid full day ashore. That's enough for 2-3 attractions and a sit-down lunch without rushing. Tackle the most distant spot first, then work your way back toward the port. You can explore ancient streets, enjoy café life, and still be surrounded by nature at every turn.

The Costa Deliziosa will be offloading over 2,000 passengers into Zadar, Croatia. A ship-arranged shore excursion is the smoothest way to bypass terminal congestion - these groups often get priority disembarkation.

Your ship arrives in Rijeka, Croatia at 8:00 AM, one of the most common arrival windows. If you've booked a morning excursion, aim to be among the first off. If your plans are flexible, waiting 30-45 minutes lets the initial wave pass. Walk through Rijeka's old town, where narrow streets reveal cafes, shops, and historic landmarks such as the city clock tower and St. Vitus Cathedral.

You'll have 9 hours hours to explore Marghera, Italy, from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM - a solid full day ashore. That's enough for 2-3 attractions and a sit-down lunch without rushing. Tackle the most distant spot first, then work your way back toward the port. Sampling fresh seafood, pastas, and Venetian inspired dishes provides a taste of local life.

Arriving in Bari, Italy at 2:00 PM with only 6 hours hours before your 8:00 PM departure is a tight window. A ship-arranged shore excursion is the safest play here - you'll get priority disembarkation, and the ship will wait for its own excursions to return. Focus on one or two experiences close to the port. The historic old town is the heart of Bari.

The Costa Deliziosa will be offloading over 2,000 passengers into Santorini (Thira), Greece. A ship-arranged shore excursion is the smoothest way to bypass terminal congestion - these groups often get priority disembarkation. Walk through Oia's narrow streets lined with whitewashed houses and blue-domed churches.

Your ship arrives in Mykonos, Greece at 8:00 AM, one of the most common arrival windows. If you've booked a morning excursion, aim to be among the first off. If your plans are flexible, waiting 30-45 minutes lets the initial wave pass. Bring sun protection, comfortable shoes for walking cobblestone streets, and swimwear for the beaches.

Arriving in Argostoli, Kephalonia at 1:30 PM with only 6 hours hours before your 8:00 PM departure is a tight window. A ship-arranged shore excursion is the safest play here - you'll get priority disembarkation, and the ship will wait for its own excursions to return. Focus on one or two experiences close to the port. One of the most photographed beaches in Greece, Myrtos sits in a sweeping bay framed by cliffs.

Your cruise ends in Marghera, Italy, where the Costa Deliziosa is scheduled to dock at 8:00 AM. With over 2,000 passengers, disembarkation groups are called over a one to two hour window - once your group is called, you'll be off in about 15 minutes. Self-assist lets you walk off first. Book your flight at least five hours after the ship's scheduled arrival. Sampling fresh seafood, pastas, and Venetian inspired dishes provides a taste of local life.