Bucketeer Hosted Greek Isles and Adriatic Cruise September 2026
September is a beautiful month to sail the Mediterranean. The weather should be perfect.
We are happy to invite you to join your friends from Go Bucket List Travel as we return to the lovely Greek Isles and the vibrant Dalmatian Coast.
Our outstanding 10-night cruise, Athens, Greece to Ravenna, Italy, will be on the newly refurbished 2,850 passenger Celebrity Eclipse
Please call us at 804-557-3006 if you would like to take advantage of our special group prices.
We will be delighted to bookend your cruise with custom crafted extensions in Greece and Italy.
Itinerary
Prices
Prime Veranda: $2,933.19 p/p dbl occ
Veranda: $2,888.19 p/p dbl occ
Your price includes:
Port Fees and Taxes
Access to Special Air Rates
Free Classic Drink Package·
Free Surf WIFI
Military Veteran Discounts
Deposits are Refundable
Itinerary Details
Pre-Cruise Athens brought the world drama, history, poetry, and philosophy. We will be happy to craft a pre-cruise visit for you to enjoy this foremost archaeological playground. The towering columns of the Parthenon still stands atop the Athenian Acropolis and watches over the city where it can be seen from just about anywhere in Athens. Make it a point to visit the incredible Acropolis Museum and the Hellenic National Archaeological Museum. In addition to an abundance of historical riches, modern Athens has plenty on offer—from scenic beaches to restaurants with superb Mediterranean cuisine and bustling central markets.
18 September. Depart from Athens, Greece at 5pm.
19 September. Enjoy a day at sea
20 September. Santorini, Greece. Tendered 7am to 10pm. Here on the island of Santorini, you’ll find a classic Greek seascape—whitewashed houses accented by sea-blue roofs. This is a treasure trove for both professional and amateur archeology buffs, with sites that include tombs that date back to the 9th century and the sanctuary of Apollo. In many ways, Santorini could be considered an explosive place, being that its terraced collection of homes and windmills lie on a caldera—a huge basin formed by an erupting volcano. The island’s volcanic past has also produced delicious grapes for excellent wines that are well worth investigating. Some of the best on the island can be found in Pyrgos, Megalochori, and Oia. Oia’s hilltop not only has the ancient, Minoan site of Akrotiri, but is quite possibly the best vantage point from which to witness the spectacular sunsets. And, if you have some time, take a short trip to the island of Nea Kameni for a dip in its famous hot springs. The warm dark waters are enriched with iron and manganese and considered therapeutic.
21 September. Rhodes, Greece. Docked 9am to 8pm. Rhodes, the friendliest city in the Mediterranean, is situated at the island’s northernmost point. This sunny retreat is also home to many historic sites, such as the ruins of the Temple of Venus and the medieval Street of Knights. Rhodes, pronounced ro-dos, is the largest of the Dodecanese Islands. The varied landscape with beaches, wooded areas, and ancient ruins also make this one of the most alluring of the Greek archipelago. A cruise to Rhodes wouldn’t be complete without exploring the picturesque Old Town with its winding streets and Byzantine legacy. Enter the gateways of Rhodes and step back to a time when the Knights of St. John of Jerusalem built a Christendom stronghold. Or, tour the restored Palace of the Grand Masters and the Hospital of the Knights. You can spend the day amid the chronicles of Greek history. Immerse yourself in the whitewashed romance of the archaeological site, Lindos and climb to the ruins of its ancient Acropolis for sweeping views of the village and the blue seas beyond. The island’s vibrant shops, great restaurants, and glittering clubs buzz with a happy, modern energy in contrast to the grace of its ancient history.
22 September. Ephesus [Kusadasi], Turkey. Docked 9am to 8pm. Once the capital of the Roman province of Asia Minor, where Mark Antony, Cleopatra, the Apostles Paul and John once visited, this coastal town is now an archeologist’s dream, best recognized by the Celsus Library — built in 117 A.D.— made up of towering columns highlighted by the statue of the goddess of wisdom. The UNESCO World Heritage ruins of Ephesus impress even those familiar with the world’s other ancient cities. Though excavations have been underway for 150 years, only 20 percent of the city has been uncovered. This former Greek banking and trading center is rich with historic sites, including the Great Theater, the Temple of Hadrian, and the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Tours are also available to The House of the Virgin Mary, a Catholic shrine located on Mt. Koressos in the vicinity of Ephesus where Mary is thought to live in her later years.
23 September. Mykonos, Greece. Docked 7am to 6pm. Mykonos is known for its whitewashed villages sprinkled with blue and jade green. It’s also famous for its sophisticated nightlife. The most popular island in the Cyclades is bustling with activity, awash in beautiful alleyways, and home to alluring sandy beaches.
24 September. Enjoy your day at sea
25 September. Dubrovnik, Croatia. Docked 8am to 8pm. Established 1,300 years ago on the far southern tip of the Dalmatian Coast, this city once rivaled Venice in terms of its importance. Take a walking tour to the Dominican Monastery and marvel at the finest collection of Renaissance paintings, including a painting by Titian. Prepare to be riveted when first laying eyes on the old walled city on your cruise to Dubrovnik, sights familiar to Game of Thrones fans. This land has had many invaders including the Greeks, Romans, Slavs, Romans, Hungarians, and French, to name a few, and it has resulted in a fiercely independent citizenry with dynamic cultural influences. The views of the Adriatic from its rooftops are truly awe-inspiring.
26 September. Kotor, Montenegro. Docked 8am to 5pm. Tucked at the secluded tip of a tranquil bay and watched over for millennia by the surrounding mountains, Kotor is a UNESCO World Heritage treasure that begs to be explored. The town’s history dates back before the epic age of Homer, but it’s the medieval wonders in Old Kotor that draw acclaim today. Marbled avenues meander with no apparent order, and, even for locals, it’s quite common to get turned around. The good news is, few places are more fun to get lost in than Kotor. Cruises to Montenegro would not be complete without sampling the local cuisine. Fresh seafood is always on the menu and the “domestic fish thick soup” is a tradition not to be missed. Old churches, shops, and bars line the avenues, and don’t be surprised to wander upon a charming piazza right out of the blue. Come summer, the lavish yachts of the ultra-rich fill the marina, presenting a striking contrast to the rustic romance and ancient beauty of Kotor.
27 September. Split, Croatia. Tendered 7am to 5pm. Lined with palm trees, this Adriatic seaside town is also a cultural mecca. Within the walls of the Roman Emperor Diocletian’s Palace, facing the harbor since 4AD, you’ll discover historical buildings, numerous museums, the National Theatre and a collection of old churches. Culture, beauty, natural wonder – your Split cruise has it all. The mixture of old and new is very pronounced here. Everywhere there are signs and evidence left behind from the city’s previous conquerors namely the Romans and Austro-Hungarians and there is no better place to view them than in Split’s Old City. The Old City is so otherworldly that it’s been dedicated a World Heritage Site by UNESCO.
28 September. Ravenna, Italy. Arrive 6am.
Post-Cruise. Once you arrive in picturesque Ravenna on an Italy cruise, you have many options: Head north to Venice, west to Bologna, south to Florence and Rome or stay to explore the history and beauty of Ravenna itself. Ravenna is famous for its spectacular mosaics from the 5th and 6th century that are found in cathedrals, palaces, and public buildings everywhere.
In Venice, you’ll find a canal-filled city that is equal parts gritty and romantic, known as a fishermen’s town turned cultural hub. Venice is popular for honeymooners and international tourists alike, filling the elaborate, sinuous system of canals with the buzz of activity. Like Rome and Florence, there’s a magic to the city’s energy that sweeps you up in it, whether you’re exploring St. Mark’s Square on foot or enjoying a gondola ride along the Grand Canal before sailing on one of our cruises from Ravenna.
Bologna, the capital of the Emilia-Romagna region, is considered the gastronomic center of Italy. It’s here that you’ll find some of the world’s best wines, prosciutto, cheese, and balsamic vinegar. Stroll the medieval town’s many photogenic porticoes until you arrive at Piazza Maggiore, the huge and charming public square where you can stop for a gelato or an espresso and people watch.
