Eastern Mediterranean Odyssey 11 Days Cruise on the MSC Lirica
Looking for an autumn escape through classical history? Departing roundtrip from Marghera (Venice), this 11-day voyage on the MSC Lirica spans five countries, tracing ancient wonders from the Adriatic Sea down to the shores of Egypt.
Cruise Itinerary Highlights
Day 1: Marghera (Venice), Italy Embark in the Venetian Lagoon and set sail at 19:00.
Day 2: Day at Sea Unwind and explore Mediterranean dining and onboard shows.
Day 3: Katakolon (Olympia), Greece (10:00–17:00) Walk the birthplace of the ancient Olympic Games.
Day 4: Heraklion (Crete), Greece (10:00–18:00) Visit the Minoan Palace of Knossos and Venetian fortresses.
Day 5: Rhodes, Greece (08:00–17:00) Explore the medieval, UNESCO-listed walled Old Town.
Day 6: Limassol, Cyprus (10:00–17:00) Tour historic castles and ancient coastal ruins.
Day 7: Port Said (Cairo Gateway), Egypt (07:00–21:30) Take a day trip to Cairo and the Giza Pyramids.
Day 8: Alexandria, Egypt (08:00–22:00) Discover the Citadel of Qaitbay and the modern Bibliotheca Alexandrina.
Days 9–10: Days at Sea Relax poolside while sailing back northwest across the Mediterranean.
Day 11: Split, Croatia (09:00–17:00) Stroll through the 4th-century Diocletian’s Palace along the Dalmatian coast.
Day 12: Marghera (Venice), Italy Arrive at 08:00 for final disembarkation.
Why Choose This Voyage?
This roundtrip itinerary provides a unique blend of Greek islands, Cyprus, Egypt, and Croatia without the hassle of internal flights. It offers an ideal mix of bucket-list historic landmarks and relaxing days at sea.
