Seven Seas Voyager: 10-Night from Istanbul - November 27, 2026

Your cruise departs from Istanbul, Turkey on the Seven Seas Voyager. We strongly recommend flying in the day before - flight delays and cancellations happen, and the ship won't wait. Use the extra time to explore Istanbul, Turkey and start your trip relaxed. Complete your online check-in before arrival. Carry small cash for markets, though cards are widely accepted in most restaurants and shops.

You'll have 10 hours hours to explore Izmir, Turkey, 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. It feels local and energetic, offering everything from spices and textiles to traditional snacks.

As a smaller vessel, the Seven Seas Voyager means a quicker disembarkation in Marmaris, 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. Marmaris Castle, perched above the harbor, offers panoramic views of the bay and city.

Arriving in Limassol, Cyprus at 11:00 AM with only 7 hours hours before your 6:00 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. Wander the narrow streets of Limassol's old town to discover traditional architecture, local markets, and small cafés.

Arriving in Rhodes, Greece at 11:30 AM with only 6 hours hours before your 6:00 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. Rhodes Old Town is a living museum of medieval streets, stone walls, and historic landmarks.

As a smaller vessel, the Seven Seas Voyager means a quicker disembarkation in Heraklion, Crete, 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. Knossos is the main reason many travelers come to Heraklion and it lives up to expectations.

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.

You'll have 12 hours hours to explore Piraeus (Athens), Greece, from 5:30 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. From the Acropolis to lively plazas filled with cafés, the city balances ancient wonders with everyday Greek life.