7 nights. Greece, Egypt

Day 3

At sea

Day 4-5

alexandria, egypt

Arrival: 03:00 - Departure: 21:00

Day 6

At sea

Day 7

santorini, greece

Arrival: 07:00 - Departure: 20:00

Day 8

athens (piraeus), greece

Arrival: 05:00

Day 1

athens (piraeus), greece

Departure: 17:00

Here is the text adapted into standard American English: Piraeus is a port city in the region of Attica, Greece. Piraeus is located within the Athens urban area, about 5 miles (8 kilometers) southwest of downtown Athens (the municipality of Athens), along the east coast of the Saronic Gulf. According to the 2011 census, Piraeus had a population of 163,688 within its administrative limits, making it the fifth-largest municipality in Greece and the second-largest within the urban area of the Greek capital, after the municipality of Athens. The municipality of Piraeus and four other suburban municipalities form the regional unit of Piraeus, sometimes called the Greater Piraeus area, with a total population of 448,997. It is part of the Athens urban area. Piraeus has a long recorded history dating back to ancient Greece. The city was founded in the early 5th century BC, when this area was chosen to become the new port of classical Athens and was developed as a model harbor, concentrating all of Athens’s import and transit trade. During the Golden Age of Athens, the Long Walls were built to fortify Athens and its port (Piraeus). As a result, it became the main harbor of ancient Greece but declined gradually after the 3rd century BC. It grew again in the 19th century, after Athens was declared the capital of Greece. In the modern era, Piraeus is a large, busy city and an integral part of Athens. It is home to the country’s largest harbor and has all the characteristics of a major maritime and commercial-industrial center. The Port of Piraeus is the main port of Greece, the largest passenger port in Europe, and the second-largest in the world, serving about 20 million passengers annually. With a throughput of 1.4 million TEUs, Piraeus ranks among the top ten European ports for container traffic and is the leading container port in the Eastern Mediterranean. The municipality hosted events in both the 1896 and 2004 Summer Olympics held in Athens. The University of Piraeus is one of the largest universities in Greece and has the country’s second-oldest business school, as well as the oldest academic department in the field of finance.

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Day 2

katakolon, greece

Arrival: 09:00 - Departure: 17:00

Olympia is a city in the Peloponnese region of Greece. This was the location of the original Olympic Games. These games, which took place every four years in honor of the Greek god Zeus, continued throughout the entire Classical Age. The main sanctuary, or Altis, contained temples, altars, shrines, and public buildings for both religious and secular uses. The flame for each modern Olympic Games is still ignited in this city, using a reflection of sunlight in a parabolic mirror, and then transported by torch to the location where the games are to be held.

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Day 4-5

alexandria, egypt

Arrival: 03:00 - Departure: 21:00

Alexandria is Egypt’s second-largest city, its largest seaport, and the country’s window onto the Mediterranean Sea. Though it’s a faded version of its once-glorious cosmopolitan past, it’s still worth a visit for its many cultural attractions and the still-palpable echoes of its history. The most important sites to see in Alexandria include: • Qaitbay Citadel, Ras el-Tin: One of the city’s icons, this fortress overlooks both the Mediterranean Sea and Alexandria itself. Built in 1480 by Sultan Qaitbay on the site of the Pharos Lighthouse, it was intended to protect the city from sea-borne Crusader attacks. It stands on the exact location of the famous Lighthouse of Alexandria. • Mostafa Kamel Cemetery: This cemetery contains four tombs dating from the 2nd century BC, in excellent condition and richly decorated. • Kom el-Shouqafa, Karmou: “Kom el-Shouqafa” is the Arabic rendering of the ancient Greek name “Lofus Kiramaikos,” meaning “mound of fragments” or “pots.” • Pompey’s Pillar, Karmouz: An ancient monument, this 25-meter granite column was erected in honor of Emperor Diocletian in 297 AD. The enclosed area around the column also contains other ruins and sculptures, including remains of the Serapeum oracle. • Roman Theatre, Kom El-Dikka: Built in the 2nd century AD. In Ptolemaic times, this area was the Park of Pan, a pleasure garden surrounded by Roman villas and baths. • Montazah Palace: Built in 1892 by Abbas II of Egypt (Abbas Hilmi Pasha), the last Khedive of Egypt. One of the palace buildings, the Haramlek, now houses a casino on the ground floor and a museum of royal relics on the upper floors. • Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, Mansheya: Egypt’s memorial dedicated to an unknown soldier. • Presidential Palace, Montazah. • Alexandria National Museum: A historical museum featuring more than 1,800 archaeological pieces. • Greco-Roman Museum: A history museum with a vast collection mostly dating from the 3rd century BC, covering the Ptolemaic and Roman periods.

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Day 7

santorini, greece

Arrival: 07:00 - Departure: 20:00

Created by a massive volcanic eruption that is believed to have inspired the legend of Atlantis, Santorini is the most visually stunning island in the Aegean Sea. The island is essentially the outer edge of a submerged volcano, with its entire eastern coast consisting of a series of small towns situated on tall hills. Fira, the island's dramatically located capital, is perched on the cliffs overlooking the sea. Fira, along with the Parthenon, is one of the most recognized images of Greece. Its narrow streets are filled with souvenir shops, charming boutiques, and numerous jewelry stores. It is home to two beautiful churches, the Greek Orthodox and the Catholic Cathedral of St John the Baptist, as well as a small local museum. Fira also boasts a vibrant nightlife, with excellent restaurants and bars, and a few nightclubs. The city itself is a spectacle, especially at sunset. Another great spot to watch the sunset is the town of Ia, a small village perched on the rocky point of land at the northern tip of the island, 300m above the sea. The beaches in Santorini are unique compared to other Greek beaches due to their distinctive geographical features. Red and black volcanic pebbles cover the shores of Santorini's beaches, and steep cliffs create a scenic atmosphere. The most famous of these beaches is the Red beach, while Perissa, Kamari, and Perivolos are also very popular. Santorini is a truly magnificent destination. The placement of some of its main towns along the cliff-top edge of the caldera is one of the most breathtakingly beautiful sights in the world. The buildings seem to defy gravity as they cling to the cliffs and are stacked one on top of the other like a pile of sugar cubes. The sandy, multicolored beaches are just the cherry on top.

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Day 8

athens (piraeus), greece

Arrival: 05:00

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What you should know:

Itinerary

The order of the ports may vary depending on the date of departure.
Check your itinerary for exact departure and arrival times. The hours correspond to the local time of the port.
Itineraries can change at any time without prior notice.

Boarding and landing

For safety reasons, all passengers must board 2 hours before departure on day 1 of the cruise.
Disembarkation usually begins 2 hours after docking on the last day of the cruise.

What’s included?

Port fees
Cabin in the chosen category, including daily cleaning.
Entrance to the facilities, use thereof, and participation in the entertainment programs and activities carried out.
Exclusive entertainment programs from Royal Caribbean: musicals (Cats, Grease, Mamma Mia, Saturday Night Fever...), ice skating shows, shows at the Aquatheater...
Full board, with a choice of fine dining, casual dining, or pizza restaurants. Beverages such as water, lemonade, and iced tea are included.
Entertainment program for young people and teenagers.
24-hour room service.

What’s NOT included?

Service charge (tips) unless otherwise specified. You can choose to prepay this when making your reservation, otherwise it will be charged to your onboard account.
Spa and Beauty Salon Services
Specialty restaurants.
Alcoholic beverages and soft drinks, unless otherwise specified
Land excursions. Photographs.
Other services such as: Golf simulator, Casino, Art auctions, Medical services, Laundry services, Internet access...

Benefits

Flash Sales! Onboard Credit and Big Discounts

Get up to $400 in onboard credit or a discount of up to €500 when you book your cruise between September 4 and October 1. The amount of credit and/or discount will depend on the date of your booking and the number of nights and cabin booked. Offer valid for cruises departing 30 days after the date of booking. See other conditions of this promotion. Limited availability.

Kicker 2025: $100 onboard credit or €100 discount

Book your cruise departing in 2025 now and get up to $100 in onboard credit or up to €100 off if you book between September 4 and October 1. The amount of credit or discount will depend on the number of nights and type of cabin booked. See conditions.

60% discount for second passenger

60% discount on the second passenger's fare, provided they stay in the same cabin as the first passenger and the first passenger has paid the full fare. In addition, 30% discount on the cruise fare if they stay in the same cabin as the first and second passengers. Offer valid for bookings made before October 1, 2024, and departures from October 3, 2024. See other conditions.

Kids travel for free

Children aged 12 or under traveling with two adults in the same cabin, in triple or quadruple occupancy, can travel for free! Taxes and fees are not included in this price. Only for bookings made before October 1, 2024, and departures before April 25, 2026. See departures excluded from this promotion and other conditions.

Deluxe Beverage Package for only €70!

Deluxe beverage packages for €70 (price includes taxes and service charges). The price shown is per person per day and is available only for new bookings on cruises of 6 nights or more. The beverage package is individual and must be purchased at least two days before the cruise departs, only through the Cruise Planner. See other conditions.

Spanish on board

Our crew speaks Spanish! on cruises throughout Europe. Each member will wear an identification badge indicating the languages they speak. Communications on board will also be in Spanish, so you can check all activities and schedules in the “Cruise Compass,” which will be written in Spanish. Our restaurants will offer menus in Spanish. You can book excursions in Spanish at most ports of call. And, of course, dinner times will be adapted to Spanish customs.

Perfect day at Cococay

Welcome to CocoCay Island! In the heart of the Bahamas, this is the perfect place to enjoy an unforgettable day with countless attractions, activities, and great food. Can you imagine an island with the best beaches, the largest wave pool in the Caribbean, and the tallest water slide in North America? Well, stop imagining it and experience it for yourself—it will be an unforgettable experience!

Broadway shows

Imagine having Broadway shows just a few steps away from your cabin. Royal Caribbean is the only cruise line that offers exclusive shows such as Hairspray, We Will Rock You, CATS, Saturday Night Fever, Mamma Mia! and Grease on its cruises. But there's much more: enjoy high-impact thrills at the casino, lively parades, live music, comedy shows... Boredom is not allowed!

Honeymoon

If you celebrate your honeymoon aboard our cruises, you will receive a bottle of Moët & Chandon, mimosas for breakfast in bed, chocolate-covered strawberries, and much more.

Vitality Spa

Relaxation and wellness go hand in hand at the Vitality Spa, which you'll find on all ships in the Royal Caribbean fleet. Awaken your senses to total relaxation. We recommend trying the Elemis aromatherapy stone treatment—you'll want to do it again! Complete your wellness experience with our fitness facilities. Feel refreshed, revitalized, and ready to continue your vacation.

Children and young people

Fun for the little ones and not-so-little ones in the family. Children's programs for ages 3 to 8 with sleepovers, talent shows, and sports nights. Activities such as treasure hunts, girls versus boys nights, and environmental activities for children aged 9 to 11, as well as an exclusive area for teenagers, where they can meet other young people their own age and enjoy games, sports, and parties! Not to mention the water parks, plays, climbing wall, skating rink, and more.

Royal Suite Class

Enjoy the comfort of a Royal Caribbean cabin, designed and built with your comfort in mind. Take part in exclusive activities that you will only find on board, or treat yourself to a feast in an exquisite restaurant and relax in the incredible spa. Luxury on board—enjoy yourself as you deserve. Forget first class—Royal Class is so much more!

Gastronomy

If you love fine dining, indulge yourself at chef Jamie Oliver's acclaimed Italian restaurant, Jamie's Italian. Immerse yourself in a world of oriental flavors at Izumi. Fall in love with the elaborate appetizers at Wonderland Imaginative Cuisine. Or enjoy a culinary journey at Windjammer Marketplace. Enjoy complimentary first-class dining and classic and cutting-edge specialty restaurants, the finest dishes for foodies and the most discerning palates.

Celebrations

Celebrate a magical moment with your partner, family, or friends. Royal Caribbean makes it easy for you—you can order flowers, decorate your cabin with special touches, or treat your partner to a cake.

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