Costa Pacifica: 14-Night from Savona (Genoa) - April 9, 2027

You'll have 10 hours hours to explore Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy, from 8:30 AM to 7:00 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. Rome is the main draw, and many visitors focus on a handful of must see areas.

The Costa Pacifica carries 3,500+ passengers, which can create congestion at the terminal in Naples, Italy. Ship-arranged shore excursions are your best bet - these groups most often receive priority disembarkation. A short drive from Naples, these ancient Roman towns offer a fascinating glimpse into history preserved by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius.

Your ship arrives in Palermo, Sicily, Italy 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. Palermo Cathedral is a magnificent blend of architectural styles, including Norman, Gothic, and Baroque elements.

You'll have 10 hours hours to explore Valletta, Malta, from 9:00 AM to 7:00 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. From the outside it looks restrained, but inside is one of the most richly decorated churches in Europe.

The Costa Pacifica carries 3,500+ passengers, which can create congestion at the terminal in Heraklion, Crete, Greece. Ship-arranged shore excursions are your best bet - these groups most often receive priority disembarkation. Knossos is the main reason many travelers come to Heraklion and it lives up to expectations.

With an early arrival in Piraeus (Athens), Greece at 5:00 AM, your group has a real advantage - you'll be among the first off the ship, ahead of the crowds that build by mid-morning. Use this window to reach popular spots in Piraeus (Athens), Greece before congestion sets in. The Acropolis stands above Athens as a powerful symbol of ancient Greece.

You'll have 10 hours hours to explore Istanbul, Turkey, from 7:00 AM to 5:30 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. Taking a local ferry along the Bosphorus is one of the simplest and most rewarding experiences in Istanbul.

Arriving in Izmir, Turkey at 1:00 PM with only 6 hours hours before your 7:00 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. Cruise ships dock at Izmir Port, located close to the city center.

The Costa Pacifica carries 3,500+ passengers, which can create congestion at the terminal in Volos, Greece. Ship-arranged shore excursions are your best bet - these groups most often receive priority disembarkation. Stroll along Volos' lively waterfront, lined with cafes, taverns, and shops.

Your ship arrives in Santorini (Thira), Greece at 10:00 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 Oia's narrow streets lined with whitewashed houses and blue-domed churches.

Your cruise ends in Piraeus (Athens), Greece, where the Costa Pacifica is scheduled to dock at 5:00 AM. With 3,500+ passengers, disembarkation groups are called over a two to three hour window - but once your group is called, you'll be off in about 15 minutes. Self-assist - carrying your own bags off - lets you skip the wait and walk off first. Book your flight at least five hours after the ship's scheduled arrival. From the Acropolis to lively plazas filled with cafés, the city balances ancient wonders with everyday Greek life.