Norwegian Gem: 7-Night Cruise from Piraeus (Athens) - May 9, 2027

You'll have 11 hours hours to explore Santorini (Thira), Greece, from 7:00 AM to 6:00 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. The island offers a mix of cultural exploration and leisure, from ancient ruins to boutique shopping and local tavernas.

The Norwegian Gem will be offloading over 2,000 passengers into Katakolon (Olympia), Greece. A ship-arranged shore excursion is the smoothest way to bypass terminal congestion - these groups often get priority disembarkation. Visiting ancient Olympia is the highlight for most travelers.

Your ship arrives in Corfu, Greece at 7:00 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. Corfu Old Town is a pleasure to explore on foot.

You'll have 10 hours hours to explore Kotor, Montenegro, from 7:30 AM to 6:00 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 Norwegian Gem will be offloading over 2,000 passengers into Split, Croatia. A ship-arranged shore excursion is the smoothest way to bypass terminal congestion - these groups often get priority disembarkation. Diocletians Palace is not a single building but a living neighborhood at the center of Split.

Your ship arrives in Koper, Slovenia 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. Walking through Koper old town reveals centuries of history in a small, easy to explore area.

Your cruise ends in Ravenna, Italy, where the Norwegian Gem is scheduled to dock at 6:00 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. Ravenna's mosaics are its crown jewel.