Civitavecchia to Piraeus
Date
2027-10-10
Duration
12 nights
Departure Port
Civitavecchia
Italy
Arrival Port
Athens (Piraeus)
Greece
Rating
Ultra Luxury
Theme
—
Date
2027-10-10
Duration
12 nights
Departure Port
Civitavecchia
Italy
Arrival Port
Athens (Piraeus)
Greece
Rating
Ultra Luxury
Theme
—
Silversea
2022
—
40,700 GT
596
288
411
699 m
26 m
20 knots
No
Rome's ancient maritime gateway since the Emperor Trajan commissioned its harbour in 106 AD, Civitavecchia is the natural prologue to the Eternal City — just seventy minutes southeast by express rail. The port's Renaissance fortress, designed in part by Michelangelo, anchors a working waterfront that has welcomed travellers for millennia. Beyond Rome's unmissable monuments, consider an afternoon in the Civitavecchia thermal baths, drawing on mineral waters prized since antiquity. Spring and autumn offer the ideal balance of mild weather and manageable crowds for exploring the capital's layered history.
Naples — Napoli — is Europe's most operatically alive city, a sun-battered baroque metropolis where Vesuvius broods on the horizon and the streets below pulse with 2,500 years of continuous human drama. The unmissable Museo Archeologico Nazionale houses the world's finest collection of artefacts from Pompeii and Herculaneum, while the Spaccanapoli, the arrow-straight artery that has bisected the city since Greek times, delivers an unfiltered encounter with Neapolitan life. A single slice of pizza Margherita from one of the centro storico's historic pizzerias is a culinary pilgrimage in itself. Visit between April and June or September and October for warmth, manageable crowds, and the city at its golden best.
Agropoli is a medieval promontory town guarding the unspoiled Cilento coast in southern Italy, fifteen minutes from the spectacular Greek temples of Paestum and set within a UNESCO cultural landscape. Must-dos include exploring the castle-topped hilltop borgo, visiting the Doric temples, and savoring Cilento cuisine—the original Mediterranean Diet. June and September offer perfect weather without August crowds.
Taormina is a cliffside Sicilian jewel 200 meters above the Ionian Sea, featuring an ancient Greek theater with Mount Etna as its backdrop, the exquisite Isola Bella bay, and some of Sicily's finest cuisine. Must-dos include a performance at the Teatro Antico, the cable car to Isola Bella, and tasting Etna volcanic wines. April through June and September through October offer ideal temperatures.
Valletta, Europe's smallest capital, is a fortress city of exceptional grandeur raised from bare limestone in just fifteen years after the Knights of St. John repelled the great Ottoman siege of 1565 — its rigid Renaissance grid of sun-drenched streets concealing a density of baroque palaces, gilded oratories, and subterranean World War II shelters unrivaled anywhere in the Mediterranean. The Grand Harbour, framed by golden bastions plunging into startlingly blue water, offers one of the most dramatically photogenic arrivals in the world for arriving vessels. Spring and autumn deliver the most comfortable temperatures for exploring this UNESCO-listed gem.
Souda Bay is western Crete's deep-water gateway to Chania, one of Greece's most atmospheric cities, where Venetian and Ottoman architecture frames a harbour of extraordinary beauty. Visitors should explore the old town labyrinth, taste legendary Cretan olive oil and dakos, and venture to the Samaria Gorge or Akrotiri Peninsula monasteries. May through October offers ideal conditions with warm seas and luminous Aegean light.
Nafplion, the first capital of modern Greece, is a refined Peloponnesian port town where Venetian architecture, Byzantine churches, and neoclassical elegance converge along one of the Mediterranean's most beautiful waterfronts. Climb the 999 steps to the Palamidi Fortress for commanding views of the Argolic Gulf, then descend for an afternoon tasting Agiorgitiko wines in the nearby Nemean valley. The best months to visit are April through June and September through October, when mild temperatures and fewer crowds allow the town's intimate charm to shine.
Ermoupoli is a compelling Mediterranean port in Greece where centuries of history, vibrant local cuisine, and luminous coastal scenery converge. Visitors should explore the historic quarters on foot and surrender to the local dining culture, where fresh seafood and regional wines provide a masterclass in Mediterranean living. Best visited October through April, when cooler temperatures and lower humidity create ideal conditions. Cruise lines including Explora Journeys feature this port on their most compelling itineraries. Whether you have a few hours or a full day, the port rewards exploration at every pace and in every direction.
Rhodes, Greece's resplendent Dodecanese jewel, merges a UNESCO-listed Medieval Old Town built by the Knights of St. John with sun-soaked Aegean beauty just seven miles from the Turkish coast. Wander the Street of the Knights before tasting *pitaroudia* fritters and local Athiri wine at an Old Town taverna, then take a catamaran to the neoclassical harbor of Symi. The island basks in over 300 days of sunshine annually, with April through June and September through October offering ideal temperatures for exploration without the peak-summer crowds.
Bodrum is the site of ancient Halicarnassus and one of the Seven Wonders, now a whitewashed Aegean resort town where the Knights Hospitaller castle houses the world's finest underwater archaeology museum. Visit June or September via Explora Journeys or Virgin Voyages for peninsula village dining, Bronze Age shipwreck treasures, and Turkey's most seductive balance of ancient heritage and contemporary Mediterranean sophistication.
Mykonos is the Aegean at its most seductive — a labyrinth of bougainvillea-draped whitewashed alleys designed to disorient pirates (and occasionally visitors) leading to Kástro, the medieval hilltop quarter overlooking Little Venice, where balconied houses hang directly above the sea. The island's famous windmills, perched on a ridge above the old harbour, are best photographed at golden hour as pelicans patrol the waterfront below. Visit the sacred archaeological island of Delos — a 30-minute boat crossing — for one of the most significant ancient sites in the Greek world. May, June, and September offer the perfect balance of warmth, light, and bearable crowds.
The port that launched Athenian democracy's naval supremacy at the Battle of Salamis, Piraeus remains Greece's maritime heartbeat — and the most convenient gateway to both the Acropolis and the Aegean island chains. Dine on grilled sea bream at a Mikrolimano harbourside taverna, visit the extraordinary bronze Piraeus Apollo, and set sail for Hydra or Santorini by afternoon. Late April through June and September offer the Aegean at its most golden and uncrowded.
Day 1
Rome's ancient maritime gateway since the Emperor Trajan commissioned its harbour in 106 AD, Civitavecchia is the natural prologue to the Eternal City — just seventy minutes southeast by express rail. The port's Renaissance fortress, designed in part by Michelangelo, anchors a working waterfront that has welcomed travellers for millennia. Beyond Rome's unmissable monuments, consider an afternoon in the Civitavecchia thermal baths, drawing on mineral waters prized since antiquity. Spring and autumn offer the ideal balance of mild weather and manageable crowds for exploring the capital's layered history.
Day 2
Naples — Napoli — is Europe's most operatically alive city, a sun-battered baroque metropolis where Vesuvius broods on the horizon and the streets below pulse with 2,500 years of continuous human drama. The unmissable Museo Archeologico Nazionale houses the world's finest collection of artefacts from Pompeii and Herculaneum, while the Spaccanapoli, the arrow-straight artery that has bisected the city since Greek times, delivers an unfiltered encounter with Neapolitan life. A single slice of pizza Margherita from one of the centro storico's historic pizzerias is a culinary pilgrimage in itself. Visit between April and June or September and October for warmth, manageable crowds, and the city at its golden best.
Day 3
Agropoli is a medieval promontory town guarding the unspoiled Cilento coast in southern Italy, fifteen minutes from the spectacular Greek temples of Paestum and set within a UNESCO cultural landscape. Must-dos include exploring the castle-topped hilltop borgo, visiting the Doric temples, and savoring Cilento cuisine—the original Mediterranean Diet. June and September offer perfect weather without August crowds.
Day 4
Taormina is a cliffside Sicilian jewel 200 meters above the Ionian Sea, featuring an ancient Greek theater with Mount Etna as its backdrop, the exquisite Isola Bella bay, and some of Sicily's finest cuisine. Must-dos include a performance at the Teatro Antico, the cable car to Isola Bella, and tasting Etna volcanic wines. April through June and September through October offer ideal temperatures.
Day 5
Valletta, Europe's smallest capital, is a fortress city of exceptional grandeur raised from bare limestone in just fifteen years after the Knights of St. John repelled the great Ottoman siege of 1565 — its rigid Renaissance grid of sun-drenched streets concealing a density of baroque palaces, gilded oratories, and subterranean World War II shelters unrivaled anywhere in the Mediterranean. The Grand Harbour, framed by golden bastions plunging into startlingly blue water, offers one of the most dramatically photogenic arrivals in the world for arriving vessels. Spring and autumn deliver the most comfortable temperatures for exploring this UNESCO-listed gem.
Day 6
Day 7
Souda Bay is western Crete's deep-water gateway to Chania, one of Greece's most atmospheric cities, where Venetian and Ottoman architecture frames a harbour of extraordinary beauty. Visitors should explore the old town labyrinth, taste legendary Cretan olive oil and dakos, and venture to the Samaria Gorge or Akrotiri Peninsula monasteries. May through October offers ideal conditions with warm seas and luminous Aegean light.
Day 8
Nafplion, the first capital of modern Greece, is a refined Peloponnesian port town where Venetian architecture, Byzantine churches, and neoclassical elegance converge along one of the Mediterranean's most beautiful waterfronts. Climb the 999 steps to the Palamidi Fortress for commanding views of the Argolic Gulf, then descend for an afternoon tasting Agiorgitiko wines in the nearby Nemean valley. The best months to visit are April through June and September through October, when mild temperatures and fewer crowds allow the town's intimate charm to shine.
Day 9
Ermoupoli is a compelling Mediterranean port in Greece where centuries of history, vibrant local cuisine, and luminous coastal scenery converge. Visitors should explore the historic quarters on foot and surrender to the local dining culture, where fresh seafood and regional wines provide a masterclass in Mediterranean living. Best visited October through April, when cooler temperatures and lower humidity create ideal conditions. Cruise lines including Explora Journeys feature this port on their most compelling itineraries. Whether you have a few hours or a full day, the port rewards exploration at every pace and in every direction.
Day 10
Rhodes, Greece's resplendent Dodecanese jewel, merges a UNESCO-listed Medieval Old Town built by the Knights of St. John with sun-soaked Aegean beauty just seven miles from the Turkish coast. Wander the Street of the Knights before tasting *pitaroudia* fritters and local Athiri wine at an Old Town taverna, then take a catamaran to the neoclassical harbor of Symi. The island basks in over 300 days of sunshine annually, with April through June and September through October offering ideal temperatures for exploration without the peak-summer crowds.
Day 11
Bodrum is the site of ancient Halicarnassus and one of the Seven Wonders, now a whitewashed Aegean resort town where the Knights Hospitaller castle houses the world's finest underwater archaeology museum. Visit June or September via Explora Journeys or Virgin Voyages for peninsula village dining, Bronze Age shipwreck treasures, and Turkey's most seductive balance of ancient heritage and contemporary Mediterranean sophistication.
Day 12
Mykonos is the Aegean at its most seductive — a labyrinth of bougainvillea-draped whitewashed alleys designed to disorient pirates (and occasionally visitors) leading to Kástro, the medieval hilltop quarter overlooking Little Venice, where balconied houses hang directly above the sea. The island's famous windmills, perched on a ridge above the old harbour, are best photographed at golden hour as pelicans patrol the waterfront below. Visit the sacred archaeological island of Delos — a 30-minute boat crossing — for one of the most significant ancient sites in the Greek world. May, June, and September offer the perfect balance of warmth, light, and bearable crowds.
Day 13
The port that launched Athenian democracy's naval supremacy at the Battle of Salamis, Piraeus remains Greece's maritime heartbeat — and the most convenient gateway to both the Acropolis and the Aegean island chains. Dine on grilled sea bream at a Mikrolimano harbourside taverna, visit the extraordinary bronze Piraeus Apollo, and set sail for Hydra or Santorini by afternoon. Late April through June and September offer the Aegean at its most golden and uncrowded.
A lower-bow location makes the Classic Veranda Suite a comfortable choice for travellers. A lovely comfortable bed – available in a twin or queen bed configuration – with a choice of mattress makes sure that you enjoy the best night’s sleep of your life, while the seating area is perfect for in-suite dining. But perhaps the Classic Veranda’s best feature lies outside the suite – with the 6m2 veranda for which the suite was named.
One bedroom: 387 ft² / 36 m² including veranda
Veranda with patio furniture and floor-to-ceiling glass doors.
Sitting area.
Twin beds or queen-sized bed.
Marble bathroom with vanity, full-sized bath, separate shower.
Walk-in wardrobe with personal safe.
Writing desk.
One 40” / 102 cm flat-screen HD TV.
Interactive Media Library.
Unlimited Standard Wifi.
After a busy day of on shore exploring, the Deluxe Veranda Suite is the perfect home away from home. Spacious and well-situated, enjoy ultra-luxury amenities from the 24-hour butler service to the well-stocked mini-bar (and yes, they’re all included!). Not forgetting the teak veranda from which the suite takes her name, the Deluxe Veranda is the perfect setting for making perfect memories.
One bedroom: 387 ft² / 36 m² including veranda
Veranda with patio furniture and floor-to-ceiling glass doors.
Sitting area.
Twin beds or queen-sized bed.
Marble bathroom with vanity, full-sized bath, separate shower.
Walk-in wardrobe with personal safe.
Writing desk.
One 40” / 102 cm flat-screen HD TV.
Interactive Media Library.
Unlimited Standard Wifi.
A grand traveller needs a grand suite, and we are happy to oblige! Get ready to scale new heights of comfort in our ultra-luxury Grand Suite. Situated at the front of the ship for the most spectacular views, the Grand Suite is for travellers who like the finer things in life. A large veranda, furnished with sunbeds, makes for perfect memories. Indoors, the sumptuous seating area and cosy bedrooms are the very definition of relaxing in style.
Two verandas with patio furniture and floor-to-ceiling glass doors; bedroom two has additional veranda.
Living room with convertible sofa to accommodate an additional guest.
Sitting area; bedroom two has additional sitting area.
Separate dining area.
Twin beds or king-sized bed; bedroom two has additional twin beds or queensized bed.
Marble bathroom with double vanity, separate shower and full-sized bath, plus a powder room; bedroom two has
additional marble bathroom with fullsized bath.
Custom-made luxury bed mattresses.
Walk-in wardrobe(s) with personal safe.
Vanity table(s).
Writing desk(s).
One 55” / 140 cm and one 40” / 102 cm flat-screen HD TVs in main suite, plus one 40” / 102 cm flat-screen HD TV in
bedroom two.
Interactive Media Library.
Bose Sound system with bluetooth connectivity.
Illy espresso machine.
Unlimited Premium Wifi.
A grand traveller needs a grand suite, and we are happy to oblige! Get ready to scale new heights of comfort in our ultra-luxury Grand Suite. Situated at the front of the ship for the most spectacular views, the Grand Suite is for travellers who like the finer things in life. A large veranda, furnished with sunbeds, makes for perfect memories. Indoors, the sumptuous seating area and cosy bedrooms are the very definition of relaxing in style.
Two verandas with patio furniture and floor-to-ceiling glass doors; bedroom two has additional veranda.
Living room with convertible sofa to accommodate an additional guest.
Sitting area; bedroom two has additional sitting area.
Separate dining area.
Twin beds or king-sized bed; bedroom two has additional twin beds or queensized bed.
Marble bathroom with double vanity, separate shower and full-sized bath, plus a powder room; bedroom two has
additional marble bathroom with fullsized bath.
Custom-made luxury bed mattresses.
Walk-in wardrobe(s) with personal safe.
Vanity table(s).
Writing desk(s).
One 55” / 140 cm and one 40” / 102 cm flat-screen HD TVs in main suite, plus one 40” / 102 cm flat-screen HD TV in
bedroom two.
Interactive Media Library.
Bose Sound system with bluetooth connectivity.
Illy espresso machine.
Unlimited Premium Wifi.
Available in a one or two bedroom configuration (so perfect for families) the Owner’s suite is the epitome of elegance at sea. A large seating area is the hub of the suite, equipped with all mod cons – think a Bose sound system, an interactive 55” TV and even an Illy coffee machine! Whether inside or relaxing on the large teak veranda, the Owner’s suite offers supreme comfort every hour of the day!
Large veranda with patio furniture and floor-to-ceiling glass doors; bedroom two has additional large picture window. Living room with sitting area; bedroom two has additional sitting area.
Separate dining area.
Twin beds or queen-sized bed; bedroom two has additional twin beds or queen-sized bed.
Marble bathroom with full-sized bath and separate shower; bedroom two has additional marble bathroom with shower
(no bath as indicated in diagram).
Walk-in wardrobe(s) with personal safe.
Vanity table(s) with hair dryer.
Writing desk(s).
Bose Sound system with Bluetooth Connectivity.
Unlimited Premium Wifi.
Illy Espresso machine.
Available in a one or two bedroom configuration (so perfect for families) the Owner’s suite is the epitome of elegance at sea. A large seating area is the hub of the suite, equipped with all mod cons – think a Bose sound system, an interactive 55” TV and even an Illy coffee machine! Whether inside or relaxing on the large teak veranda, the Owner’s suite offers supreme comfort every hour of the day!
Large veranda with patio furniture and floor-to-ceiling glass doors; bedroom two has additional large picture window. Living room with sitting area; bedroom two has additional sitting area.
Separate dining area.
Twin beds or queen-sized bed; bedroom two has additional twin beds or queen-sized bed.
Marble bathroom with full-sized bath and separate shower; bedroom two has additional marble bathroom with shower
(no bath as indicated in diagram).
Walk-in wardrobe(s) with personal safe.
Vanity table(s) with hair dryer.
Writing desk(s).
Bose Sound system with Bluetooth Connectivity.
Unlimited Premium Wifi.
Illy Espresso machine.
Beautiful elegant furnishings are the perfect choice to soothe and relax as you sail from one destination to the next. Large windows flood the room with light, making for luxurious sea views whether it’s morning, noon or night! Panorama suites are the perfect accompaniment to a Silver Suite for larger parties, or just perfect on their own. With all the mod cons that you would expect from an ultra-luxury cruise line, Panorama Suites offer comfort, space and style!
Sitting area.
Twin beds or queen-sized bed.
Marble bathroom with vanity, full-sized bath, separate shower.
Walk-in wardrobe with personal safe.
Writing desk.
One 40” / 102 cm flat-screen HD TV.
Interactive Media Library.
Unlimited Standard Wifi.
With just two Royal Suites on board, this stateroom is in a class all of its own! Spacious and dignified, commanding and majestic, there’s no secret to why we named this suite Royal. Ample indoor space with a living room (including state of the art entertainment systems), twin beds that can be joined upon demand and even an adjoining bedroom if required, the Royal Suite is the answer when travelling with the family! Not to mention unlimited Wi-Fi, a sumptuous marble bathroom and spacious teak veranda, the Royal Suite is fit for a king!
Large veranda with patio furniture and floor-to-ceiling glass doors; bedroom two has additional veranda.
Living room with convertible sofa to accommodate an additional guest.
Sitting area; bedroom two hasnadditional sitting area.
Separate dining area.
Twin beds or king-sized bed; bedroom two has additional twin beds or queensized bed.
Marble bathroom with double vanity, separate shower and full-sized bath, plus a powder room; bedroom two has additional marble bathroom with full-sized bath.
Custom-made luxury bed mattresses.
Walk-in wardrobe(s) with personal safe.
Vanity table(s).
Writing desk(s).
One 55” / 140 cm and one 40” / 102 cm flat-screen HD TVs in main suite, plus one 40” / 102 cm flat-screen HD TV in
bedroom two.
Interactive Media Library.
Bose Sound system with bluetooth connectivity.
Illy espresso machine.
Unlimited Premium Wifi.
With just two Royal Suites on board, this stateroom is in a class all of its own! Spacious and dignified, commanding and majestic, there’s no secret to why we named this suite Royal. Ample indoor space with a living room (including state of the art entertainment systems), twin beds that can be joined upon demand and even an adjoining bedroom if required, the Royal Suite is the answer when travelling with the family! Not to mention unlimited Wi-Fi, a sumptuous marble bathroom and spacious teak veranda, the Royal Suite is fit for a king!
Large veranda with patio furniture and floor-to-ceiling glass doors; bedroom two has additional veranda.
Living room with convertible sofa to accommodate an additional guest.
Sitting area; bedroom two hasnadditional sitting area.
Separate dining area.
Twin beds or king-sized bed; bedroom two has additional twin beds or queensized bed.
Marble bathroom with double vanity, separate shower and full-sized bath, plus a powder room; bedroom two has additional marble bathroom with full-sized bath.
Custom-made luxury bed mattresses.
Walk-in wardrobe(s) with personal safe.
Vanity table(s).
Writing desk(s).
One 55” / 140 cm and one 40” / 102 cm flat-screen HD TVs in main suite, plus one 40” / 102 cm flat-screen HD TV in
bedroom two.
Interactive Media Library.
Bose Sound system with bluetooth connectivity.
Illy espresso machine.
Unlimited Premium Wifi.
A Silversea favourite and by far our best-selling suite! The Silver Suite is one of the foundations of ultra-luxury cruising. Take travelling to a whole new level with the Silver Suite’s unparalleled levels of service, comfort and of course style! Available in either a one bedroom, a two bedroom or wheelchair accessible configuration, Silver Suites are fully equipped for the discerning traveller. Whether enjoying the spectacular views from the veranda or relaxing in the large sitting room, Silver Suites offer a comfortable haven on the high seas.
Veranda with patio furniture and floor-to-ceiling glass doors.
Living room with convertible sofa to accommodate an additional guest.
Sitting area.
Separate dining area.
Twin beds or king-sized bed.
Marble bathroom with double vanity, full-sized bath, separate shower; bedroom two has additional marble bathroom with full-sized bath.
Wheelchair accessible suite has a marble bathroom with vanity and separate
shower (no full-sized bath as illustrated).
Walk-in wardrobe with personal safe.
Vanity table.
Writing desk.
One 55” / 140 cm and one 40” / 102 cm flat-screen HD TVs in main suite; plus one 40” / 102 cm cm flat-screen HD TV in bedroom two.
Interactive Media Library.
Bose Sound system with bluetooth connectivity.
Illy espresso machine.
Unlimited Premium Wifi.
A superior location makes the Superior Veranda Suite, well … superior! From the sumptuous views from the teak veranda to the spacious sitting room and large marble bathroom, everything about the Superior Veranda has been designed for your comfort. So settle in and get comfortable, order some 24-hours room service from your butler and enjoy a bit of R&R. We guarantee you won’t want to leave.
One bedroom: 387 ft² / 36 m² including veranda
Veranda with patio furniture and floor-to-ceiling glass doors.
Sitting area.
Twin beds or queen-sized bed.
Marble bathroom with vanity, full-sized bath, separate shower.
Walk-in wardrobe with personal safe.
Writing desk.
One 40” / 102 cm flat-screen HD TV.
Interactive Media Library.
Unlimited Standard Wifi.
Comfortable, spacious and offering stupendous ocean views, the Vista Suite carries its name very well! Wake up to wide ocean views, breakfast to the sound of the waves lapping at the side of the ship or simply relax with the in-suite entertainment system and comfy sofas. Some Vista Suites are a little larger than standard – perfect for our guests with limited mobility. If you have ever wanted a home away from home on the high seas, the vista Suite is it.
Sitting Area.
Twin beds or queen-sized bed.
Marble bathroom with vanity, full-sized bath, separate shower.
Wheelchair accessible suite has a marble bathroom with vanity and separate shower (no full-sized bath).
Walk-in wardrobe with personal safe; wheelchair accessible suites fitted with cupboards and wardrobe with personal safe.
Writing desk.
One 40” / 102 cm flat-screen HD TV.
Interactive Media Library.
Unlimited Standard Wifi.
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