Regatta: 10-Night from Istanbul - July 31, 2026

You'll have 10 hours hours to explore Canakkale, Turkey, from 7:00 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. Cruise ships typically dock close to the city center, making Canakkale easy to access on foot.

As a smaller vessel, the Regatta means a quicker disembarkation in Kavala, Greece - fewer passengers funneling through the gangway gets you off the ship faster. Keep in mind that other, larger ships may be in port the same day, so pre-booking excursions or transportation is still a smart move. Panagia is the historic heart of Kavala, perched above the harbor.

Your ship arrives in Thessaloniki, 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. The Thessaloniki cruise port accommodates a variety of vessels with facilities close to the city center.

You'll have 9 hours hours to explore Mytilene, Lesbos, Greece, 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. Exhibits highlight traditional production methods and showcase the island's longstanding connection to olive cultivation.

As a smaller vessel, the Regatta means a quicker disembarkation in Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey - fewer passengers funneling through the gangway gets you off the ship faster. Keep in mind that other, larger ships may be in port the same day, so pre-booking excursions or transportation is still a smart move. Ephesus is the reason many travelers come to Kusadasi, and it rarely disappoints.

Your ship arrives in Rhodes, 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. Rhodes Old Town is a living museum of medieval streets, stone walls, and historic landmarks.

You'll have 10 hours hours to explore Heraklion, Crete, Greece, from 8:00 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. Heraklion cruise port sits very close to the city center making it one of the more convenient Greek ports.

As a smaller vessel, the Regatta means a quicker disembarkation in Santorini (Thira), Greece - fewer passengers funneling through the gangway gets you off the ship faster. Keep in mind that other, larger ships may be in port the same day, so pre-booking excursions or transportation is still a smart move. 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.

With 12 hours hours in Piraeus (Athens), Greece - from 5:00 AM to 5:00 PM - you have a full day ashore with room to breathe. Go beyond the typical tourist stops: neighborhoods, local dining, and cultural sites that most cruise visitors never reach. Leave time for unstructured wandering. From the Acropolis to lively plazas filled with cafés, the city balances ancient wonders with everyday Greek life.