Greece in Nov

Nov 21 - Dec 5, 2026

Full Itinerary Daily Overview Pricing

Michelle Wicks Cypher

Travel There and Back LLC

Overview

There's something about the Greek islands in November that most people never get to experience. The crowds have thinned, the light is golden, and the places that feel overrun in summer reveal their real character. This trip is built around that idea.

We're sailing the Aegean on a 4-night cruise that visits five of the most beautiful ports in the Mediterranean: Athens, Mykonos, Kusadasi, Rhodes, and Santorini. Ancient ruins, volcanic cliffs, whitewashed villages, and a very good reason to stay out past midnight in Mykonos. It's a lot of ground covered with very little effort, and it's genuinely one of the best ways to see this part of the world.

For those who want to keep going, you can flow seamlessly from the Greek Islands cruise into a 9-night westbound Mediterranean voyage departing from Piraeus on November 27th. This second sailing takes you along the Italian coast through Messina and Naples, then up to Rome, south of France, and finally Barcelona. Two distinct itineraries, back to back, with no flying in between.

You can join us for the 4-night Greek Islands sailing, the 9-night Mediterranean cruise, or both. If you've ever thought about doing a big Mediterranean trip but couldn't decide where to focus, combining them answers that question pretty definitively.

We sail November 23rd. Spots are limited, so reach out if you're curious and I'll walk you through the details.

Day 1 · Sat, Nov 21

Fly to Athens

Day 2 · Sun, Nov 22

Arrive in Athens and spend 1 night before cruise

If want more time in Athens first - no worries, we can have you fly in earlier

Day 3 · Mon, Nov 23 · Athens, Greece

About Your Cruise Line - Celestyal Cruises

Meet our cruise ships Savor every moment at sea. Whether you’re with us for an action-packed long weekend or a 14-night trip of a lifetime, our boutique fleet is your home from home while you roam. Our mid-sized ships bring together award-winning service, regional expertise and the chance to meet people from all over the world. We’ll get you closer to exclusive ports, so you can explore hidden gems alongside landmark destinations. And we’ll adapt our schedules to beat the crowds, with more...

About Your Ship - Celestyal Discovery

If a long weekend or midweek break is on your horizon, the Celestyal Discovery cruise ship offers three- and four-night 'Iconic Aegean' cruises.

Cabin Options

Starting at $958

Nov 23 – Nov 27

3 room options

What's Included: * Onboard dining, entertainment and daily activities * Selected non-alcoholic drinks and beverages during food service hours * Entry level Wi-Fi package * All port fees and gratuities

Athens

11:00AM

The largest port in the Mediterranean and primary departure point for Greek Island cruises from Athens, Piraeus is a hubbub of activity that will bring your senses to life. With a sun-soaked promenade, al-fresco cafes and bars and countless shops,...

Mykonos

4:00PM – 11:00PM · 7hr

The Greek Island, Mykonos, flaunts its double personality the moment you set eyes on its coastline. Basking in year-round sunshine, its rugged rocky landscape blends seamlessly with smooth sandy beaches. In the distance, undulating hills host the ...

Day 4 · Tue, Nov 24 · Kusadasi, Turkey

Kusadasi

7:00AM – 12:30PM · 5hr 30min

Arriving in the port of Kusadasi, Turkey you’ll instantly feel at home. A huge covered bazaar stretches out in front of you and the buzz from trendy seaside bars and restaurants floats through the air. Follow your instincts and lose track of time ...

Pátmos

4:00PM – 9:00PM · 5hr

Approaching the port of Skala, you can’t take your eyes off the monumental grid of medieval walls that emerge as if staking their claim over the island. Inching ever closer to Patmos island, your eyes will be drawn further down the hill to the fri...

Day 5 · Wed, Nov 25 · Rhodes, Greece

Rhodes

7:00AM – 6:00PM · 11hr

The stunning landscape of Greece’s largest Dodecanese island, Rhodes, seamlessly combines dramatic ancient and historic sites with charming modern hillside villages. Here you can visit the ancient Acropolis at Lindos or explore the cobbled alleywa...

Day 6 · Thu, Nov 26 · Santorini, Greece

Santorini

7:00AM – 8:00PM · 13hr

Cruising towards Santorini is like being swept away on a current to somewhere truly magical. You will its pull almost instantly. The island will greet you with its striking cliffs, promising adventure and legendary tales. The almost vertical towns...

Day 7 · Fri, Nov 27 · Piraeus, Greece

Piraeus

8:00AM

Sun-drenched and mythic, Athens is a big and modern metropolis with inspiring world heritage marvels at its very heart. The most important city-state in ancient Greece and the birthplace of democracy is also the sprawling capital of Greece today, ...

About Your Cruise Line - Celestyal Cruises

Meet our cruise ships Savor every moment at sea. Whether you’re with us for an action-packed long weekend or a 14-night trip of a lifetime, our boutique fleet is your home from home while you roam. Our mid-sized ships bring together award-winning service, regional expertise and the chance to meet people from all over the world. We’ll get you closer to exclusive ports, so you can explore hidden gems alongside landmark destinations. And we’ll adapt our schedules to beat the crowds, with more...

About Your Ship - Celestyal Discovery

If a long weekend or midweek break is on your horizon, the Celestyal Discovery cruise ship offers three- and four-night 'Iconic Aegean' cruises.

Cabin Options

Starting at $2,898

Nov 27 – Dec 5

2 room options

What's Included: * Onboard dining, entertainment and daily activities * Selected non-alcoholic drinks and beverages during food service hours * Entry level Wi-Fi package * All port fees and gratuities

Piraeus

5:00PM

Sun-drenched and mythic, Athens is a big and modern metropolis with inspiring world heritage marvels at its very heart. The most important city-state in ancient Greece and the birthplace of democracy is also the sprawling capital of Greece today, ...

Day 8 · Sat, Nov 28 · Kusadasi, Turkey

Kusadasi

8:00AM – 3:00PM · 7hr

Arriving in the port of Kusadasi, Turkey you’ll instantly feel at home. A huge covered bazaar stretches out in front of you and the buzz from trendy seaside bars and restaurants floats through the air. Follow your instincts and lose track of time ...

Day 10 · Mon, Nov 30 · Messina, Italy

Messina

8:00AM – 5:00PM · 9hr

Home to the Museo Regionale of Messina, known for featuring two of Caravaggio's paintings, the city is also famous for having been the capital of the ancient kingdom of Sicily.

Day 11 · Tue, Dec 1 · Naples, Italy

Naples

8:00AM – 7:00PM · 11hr

Naples, in the Campania region, is Italy's third largest city. Its claim to fame is the spectacular location along one of the world's most splendid bays, backed by the perfect cone of Mount Vesuvius. In addition to its beautiful setting, Naples' s...

Day 12 · Wed, Dec 2 · Civitavecchia, Italy

Civitavecchia

7:00AM – 8:00PM · 13hr

Italy's vibrant capital lives in the present, but no other city on earth evokes its past so powerfully. For over 2,500 years, emperors, popes, artists, and common citizens have left their mark here. Archaeological remains from ancient Rome, art-st...

Day 13 · Thu, Dec 3 · Nice, France

Nice

11:00AM – 6:00PM · 7hr

United with France only since 1860, Nice has its own history and atmosphere, which dates back 230,000 years. It was on Colline du Château (now château-less) and at the Plage des Ponchettes, in front of the Old Town, that the Greeks established a m...

Day 14 · Fri, Dec 4 · Tarragona, Spain

Tarragona

3:00PM – Dec 5, 12:01AM · 9hr 1min

Day 15 · Sat, Dec 5 · Tarragona, Spain

No activities planned, yet.