Eastern Mediterranean cruises with flights from Romania
Cruise with flight, accommodation and transfer included.
The Greek islands, the Acropolis and ports steeped in ancient history: the Eastern Mediterranean seen from a cruise ship's deck.
An Eastern Mediterranean cruise shows you, in just a few days, places you would otherwise need several holidays to see: Athens and the Acropolis, the Santorini caldera, the white lanes of Mykonos, the Knights' city on Rhodes and, on some itineraries, the ancient ruins of Ephesus.
You move from port to port while you sleep, and in the morning you step straight into town, with your cabin waiting when you return.
Cruise highlights
The Santorini caldera
The ship anchors in the middle of the caldera and tender boats take you to Fira's old port. From there you ride the cable car or climb the old steps up the cliff for views over the volcano and the village of Oia.
The Acropolis, Athens
From the port of Piraeus you reach central Athens for the Parthenon, the Erechtheion and the Acropolis Museum. It is worth going up early in the morning, before the heat and the tour groups.
The medieval town of Rhodes
Walls built by the Knights of St John enclose one of the best-preserved medieval towns in Europe, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Street of the Knights leads to the Palace of the Grand Master, and Mandraki harbour is just a short walk away.
Mykonos
The windmills above the harbour, Little Venice with its houses right on the water and the white maze of Chora are all easy to explore on foot. If the call is long, Ornos and Psarou beaches are a short ride from town.
Everything you need to know before you go
When to sail
The cruise season runs from April to October. May, June and September bring warm seas and quieter ports, while July and August are the hottest months, when the meltemi wind can make the Aegean choppy.
The ports
Embarkation is usually in Piraeus, the port of Athens, or at a major port in Italy or Turkey. Frequent calls include Mykonos, Santorini, Rhodes and Heraklion, and some itineraries reach Ephesus or the Adriatic coast. The exact route is in the offer.
Shore excursions
In every port you can go ashore independently or join an organised excursion. Always check the all-aboard time: the ship sails on schedule and does not wait for late passengers.
Local food
Ashore, taste Greek cooking: souvlaki and gyros, moussaka, horiatiki salad, Santorini fava, loukoumades with honey and a glass of ouzo. On the Turkish coast, try meze and baklava.
Frequently asked questions
- What does the Eastern Mediterranean cruise include?
- The package includes the return flight from Romania, the cruise in your chosen cabin and TravelTheme assistance. The cabin type, ports of call, meals on board and any transfers to the ship are shown in each cruise's offer before you book.
- Which port does the cruise start from?
- The embarkation port varies from one cruise to another and is shown in the offer. For the Eastern Mediterranean the most common are Piraeus, the port of Athens, and major ports in Italy or Turkey, which you reach with the flight included in the package.
- When is the best time to go on a cruise?
- April to October is the Eastern Mediterranean cruise season. May, June and September are ideal: warm sea, pleasant temperatures for excursions and ports that are less crowded than in July and August.
- What documents do I need for the cruise?
- If the itinerary stays within EU countries, a valid ID card is usually enough. If the ship calls outside the EU, for example in Turkey, check which documents are required. We recommend a passport, and the exact requirements are given in the offer.
- What currency is used on board?
- On ships sailing the Mediterranean, prices on board are usually in euros. Purchases are charged to your cabin card, linked to your bank card, and settled at the end. Check the offer to see which service charges are included.