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Treasures Of The Adriatic & Ephesus

Ship: Seabourn Encore   
Departure: Sunday, October 5, 2025
Nights: 21 nights
Departs: Athens
Returns: Istanbul
One Way Trip
One
way trip
Duration
21
Nights
Days at Sea
5
Sea Days
Ports
17
Ports
Countries Visted
5
Countries
  • Itinerary

    Treasures Of The Adriatic & Ephesus

    Ports of call

    To find out more about the itinerary for this cruise, select the itinerary items below.

    Day Date Port of Call Arrival Departure
    1 Sunday, October 5, 2025 Athens, Greece Embark 5:00 PM
    View of Athens, Greece

    Athens, the capital and largest city of Greece, is also one of the world's oldest cities with an unparalleled history that spans around 3,400 years. Experiencing long periods of sunshine throughout the year, and known as "the cradle of Western civilisation", it is a 'must-see' destination for world travellers. The city contains a fascinating variety of different architectural styles, ranging from Greco-Roman through Neo-Classical, to Modern. Read more about Athens, Greece

    2 Monday, October 6, 2025 Monemvasia, Greece 8:00 AM 5:00 PM
    View of Monemvasia, Greece

    Monemvasia is located on a small peninsula off the Peloponnesian east coast in the Greek prefecture of Laconia. It is actually a medieval fortress with a town next to it and is joined to the mainland by a 200 m narrow causeway. It looks as if it has literally jumped out of the Medieval Era. Read more about Monemvasia, Greece

    3 Tuesday, October 7, 2025 Katakolon, Greece 8:00 AM 6:00 PM
    View of Katakolon, Greece

    The scenic seaside Greek town of Katakolon, with a population around 3,000, is your typical small-town cruise port with delightful cafes along the waterfront, shops that sell T-shirts, hats and jewellery, and a small beach that draws swimmers and sandcastle-builders. But that's not why ships make the town a destination. They arrive because Katakolon serves as the cruise gateway to ancient Olympia, just 40 km away, the birthplace of the Olympic Games. Read more about Katakolon, Greece

    4 Wednesday, October 8, 2025 At Sea
    5 Thursday, October 9, 2025 Dubrovnik, Croatia 8:00 AM 6:00 PM
    View of Dubrovnik, Croatia

    Dubrovnik, a Croatian city on the Adriatic Sea coast, is a prominent tourist destination. The city joined the UNESCO list of World Heritage Sites in 1979. An outstanding feature of the Old Town of Dubrovnik is its intact city walls that run uninterrupted for 1,940m encircling the city. Read more about Dubrovnik, Croatia

    6 Friday, October 10, 2025 Hvar, Croatia 8:00 AM 5:00 PM
    View of Hvar, Croatia

    Hvar is a Croatian island in the Adriatic Sea located off the Dalmatian coast. The climate is characterised by mild winters and warm summers, and this, together with beautiful beaches and Mediterranean vegetation, make it a most attractive tourist destination. Hvar town features a large public square - St Stephen’s Square - that is open to the sea, and in season the port is filled with large yachts. Read more about Hvar, Croatia

    7 Saturday, October 11, 2025 Rovinj, Croatia 8:00 AM 5:00 PM
    View of Rovinj, Croatia

    The popular tourist spot of Rovinj, a city in Croatia, is situated on the north Adriatic Sea on the western coast of the Istrian peninsula. Delicately poised between a medieval port and a modern tourist resort, it has managed to preserve its character by keeping major development well away from its historic centre. The Old Town is perched on an elevated peninsula surrounded by spacious Venetian terracotta-roofed houses, elegant piazzas, and crowned by the Church of St. Read more about Rovinj, Croatia

    8 Sunday, October 12, 2025 Venice, Italy 7:00 AM 5:00 PM
    View of Venice, Italy

    Located at the head of the Adriatic Sea between the mouths of the Piave and Po Rivers, an intricate web of 118 tiny islands and canals make up the enchanting city of Venice in Italy. Considered to be an extremely beautiful and romantic destination, it is not surprising that Venice has played an important role in the history of symphonic and operatic music. One must take a gondola ride along some of the over 150 canals, including the Grand Canal. Read more about Venice, Italy

    9 Monday, October 13, 2025 Vodice, Croatia 10:00 AM 6:00 PM
    View of Vodice, Croatia

    Vodice (population 9000) is Croatian town bordering on the Adriatic Sea. Its history goes back to Roman times. Numerous archaeological excavations have revealed the remains of Roman settlements and a Liburnian necropolis from the 4th C BC. Read more about Vodice, Croatia

    10 Tuesday, October 14, 2025 Kotor, Montenegro 8:00 AM 3:00 PM
    View of Kotor, Montenegro

    Located along one of Montenegro's most beautiful bays is picturesque Kotor. The bay is the deepest natural inlet in the Adriatic Sea, and the scenery around it is spectacular. Its well-preserved Old Town - surrounded by an impressive city wall - nestles at the head of southern Europe’s deepest sunken river valley. Read more about Kotor, Montenegro

    10 Tuesday, October 14, 2025 Scenic Cruising Bay
    11 Wednesday, October 15, 2025 Corfu, Greece 8:00 AM 6:00 PM
    View of Corfu, Greece

    Corfu Island, located just off the west coast of Greece, boasts some of the most stunning scenery in the Greek Isles. With its impressive landscapes, rich vegetation, long golden beaches, the elegant capital Corfu Town, and many traditional villages, it is not surprising that this island receives many visitors each year. The capital is possibly most impressive, due to the Venetian, French and English civilisations that are remembered for the architectural elements they have left behind. Read more about Corfu, Greece

    12 Thursday, October 16, 2025 Sami
    13 Friday, October 17, 2025 At Sea
    14 Saturday, October 18, 2025 Nafplion, Greece 8:00 AM 5:00 PM
    View of Nafplion, Greece

    Nafplion (with a variety of spellings), the first capital of Greece, is situated on the Peloponnese Peninsula just a two and a half hour drive from Athens. Its picturesque harbour, with two mountains crowned by medieval fortresses overlooking the town. The small island fortress called the Bourtzi that once protected the harbour presents a scene that will ever be remembered. Read more about Nafplion, Greece

    15 Sunday, October 19, 2025 Athens, Greece 7:00 AM 5:00 PM
    View of Athens, Greece

    Athens, the capital and largest city of Greece, is also one of the world's oldest cities with an unparalleled history that spans around 3,400 years. Experiencing long periods of sunshine throughout the year, and known as "the cradle of Western civilisation", it is a 'must-see' destination for world travellers. The city contains a fascinating variety of different architectural styles, ranging from Greco-Roman through Neo-Classical, to Modern. Read more about Athens, Greece

    16 Monday, October 20, 2025 Gythion, Greece 8:00 AM 5:00 PM
    View of Gythion, Greece

    Gythion is a port in the NW of the Laconian Gulf, the largest and most important town on the Mani Peninsula in southern Greece. It is well known as being the port for Sparta some 40 km away. Today's Sparta is a modern city with little ancient history, as the Spartans lived a rather austere life and did not build grand structures as did the Greeks. Read more about Gythion, Greece

    17 Tuesday, October 21, 2025 Chania, Greece 8:00 AM 5:00 PM
    View of Chania, Greece

    Chania is the second largest city of Crete and lies along the north coast of the island. This region as a whole is rich in history, and Chania's Old Town with its old aristocratic appearance, arched doorways, stone staircases, small and crumbling Venetian harbour, a mosque, and narrow streets, is considered the most beautiful and well-preserved urban district on Crete. Places of interest include the Archaeological Museum housed in the church of St Fragiskos, the Chania Public Baths, and the Fortezza, a large Venetian castle. Read more about Chania, Greece

    18 Wednesday, October 22, 2025 Mykonos, Greece 8:00 AM 6:00 PM
    View of Mykonos, Greece

    Mykonos is the principal town of the island of the same name, which is part of the Cyclades, and could well be described as the most sophisticated of the Greek Islands. Visited by innumerable international celebrities - you may even see some enjoying a coffee on the sidewalk - it is not surprising that it is considered by many to be one of the top tourist destinations in the world. It is also an island with beautiful landscapes, scores of churches, some fascinating monuments, and windmills. Read more about Mykonos, Greece

    19 Thursday, October 23, 2025 Kusadasi, Turkey 8:00 AM 11:00 PM
    View of Kusadasi, Turkey

    Kusadasi is a resort town on Turkey's Aegean coast and the centre of the seaside district of the same name. While best known as a starting point for visiting Ephesus, once one of the most beautiful cities in the world with a history dating from 3000 BC, there’s also a delightful range of activities in town. Places of interest include: the City Walls, of which one gate remains to-day; the peninsula at the end of the bay with its castle and swimming beaches; several aqua parks with wave-pools and white-water slides; Ladies Beach, once segregated but now open to all; and Dilek Peninsula National Park. Read more about Kusadasi, Turkey

    20 Friday, October 24, 2025 Cesme, Turkey 8:00 AM 6:00 PM
    View of Cesme, Turkey

    Cesme, on the west coast of Turkey, is a popular holiday and resort destination located on a promontory on the tip of a peninsula that carries the same name. The town itself is dominated by the medieval Cesme Castle, while the back streets of the old town with their old Ottoman and Greek houses that charm passers-by, are best seen by means of a casual stroll. South of the castle there is an Ottoman caravanserai - an inn built in 1528 especially for caravans - that has since been transformed into a lovely boutique hotel. Read more about Cesme, Turkey

    21 Saturday, October 25, 2025 At Sea
    22 Sunday, October 26, 2025 Istanbul, Turkey 7:00 AM Disembark
    View of Istanbul, Turkey

    Istanbul (Byzantium from 660 BC, Constantinople from 330 CE, and Istanbul since 1930) is the largest city in Turkey and the fifth largest city proper in the world. It has dominated the Straits of Bosphorus, in the NW of the country, for 25 centuries, and as Constantinople was the capital of the Eastern Roman Empire. It was a metropolis of stunning splendour when the great capitals of Europe were mere villages and is the only metropolis in the world that is situated on two continents. Read more about Istanbul, Turkey

  • Ship

    Seabourn Encore Overview

    Seabourn Encore

    4.4
    (from 16 verified customers)

    Seabourn Encore continues the brand’s signature features: High staff to passenger ratio, relaxed club-like atmosphere, all of your expenses included in the fare, and visit many ports hidden from other ships. Extensive thought has gone into the design of public rooms and staterooms, and with just 600 guests spread over 12 decks you won’t feel crowded.

  • Cabins

    Seabourn Encore Cabins

    Specialty Suite

    Specialty Suite

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    Cabin Types

    GR, WG, SS, O1, O2

    Average Cabin Size – 82.5 m2

    Average Balcony Size – 29.0 m2

    Size: 1,292 sq. ft. Veranda: 244 sq. ft. When combining the following suites, their suite numbers change as follows: suites 846 and 848 become Grand Wintergarden Suite 8468; suites 849 and 851 become Grand Wintergarden Suite 8491. Description: Grand Wintergarden Suites feature large windows, dining for six, Glass-enclosed solarium with tub and day bed, Two bedrooms, Two bathrooms (one whirlpool), Convertible sofa bed for one, Pantry with wet bar, Two flat-screen TVs.

    Penthouse Suite

    Penthouse Suite

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    Cabin Types

    PS, PH

    Average Cabin Size – 40.0 m2

    Average Balcony Size – 9.0 m2

    Size: 639 to 677 sq. ft.; Veranda: 254 to 288 sq.ft. All Penthouse Suite feature dining table for two to four and separate bedroom. Glass door to veranda, two flat-screen TVs, fully stocked bar, spacious bathroom with tub, shower and large vanity.

    Verandah Suite

    Verandah Suite

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    Cabin Types

    V4, V3, V2, V1, SV, OB, RB

    Average Cabin Size – 28.0 m2

    Average Balcony Size – 6.0 m2

    Size: 246 to 302 sq. ft.; Veranda: 68 to 83 sq. ft.Occupancy: Sleeps up to 2 guest. All Veranda Suites feature: A full-length window, Glass door to private veranda, Comfortable living area, Queen-size bed or two twin beds, Dining table for two, Walk-in closet, Interactive flat-screen television with music and movies, Fully stocked bar and refrigerator, Makeup vanity, Spacious bathroom with separate tub and shower.

  • Deck Plans

    Seabourn Encore Deck Plans

    Legend

    • Third Guest Capacity Suite
    • Obstructed port side view with larger veranda overlooking the center pool
    • Shower only
    • Elevator
    • Connecting Suites
    • Suites 700 and 701 are subject to noise when anchoring and have all metal veranda railings, limiting the view when seated
    • This Suite has smaller veranda
    • The veranda railings in this suite is part metal and part glass from floor to teak rail
    • Partially Obstructed View
    • Self Service Launderette
    • Suite 830 Third Guest capacity for Seabourn Odyssey and Seabourn Quest only
    • Wheelchair Accessible Suites
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    • Gratuities
    • Gourmet dining with complimentary beverages
    • Open bar - selected beers, wines, spirits
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    Seabourn - Luxury inclusions

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    Seabourn Luxury Inclusions:
    • Complimentary premium spirits and fine wines available at all times
    • Welcome Champagne and complimentary in-suite bar stocked with your preferences
    • Complimentary world-class dining in all venues
    • Gratuities• Complimentary Wi-Fi (Starlink)

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