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Journey Through Ancient Splendour: Athens to Barcelona | Exploration

16 Night Fly, Stay & Exploration Cruise Holiday including City Stay, All-Inclusive Always & More

  • Low Deposit $999*pp
  • Exclusive To My Cruises
  • Sail | September 2026

Book By 30 November 2024

Set Sail on 14 September 2026

Product Code: MYX-33256

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  • Sail | September 2026

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Exploration Cruise Highlights

Embark from Athens’ vibrant port of Piraeus and journey through the heart of the Mediterranean. Explore Alexandria’s rich historical treasures, unwind on Rhodes’ sun-drenched beaches, and savour Mykonos’ divine waterside restaurants with views of iconic windmills. Wander through Santorini’s cliffside boutiques, then visit Katakolon’s gateway to ancient Olympia. Indulge in Sorrento’s coastal charm and lemon groves, and uncover Rome’s ancient wonders from Civitavecchia. Finally, arrive in Barcelona, where its renowned architectural marvels, including the Sagrada Família and Casa Batlló, await.

Enjoy a comfortable transit with full-service economy flights to Athens, returning from Barcelona.

Explore the sights of Athens with a 2 night stay in a hand-selected hotel

Enjoy a 12 night Mediterranean cruise from Piraeus to Barcelona onboard Regatta in an Interior Stateroom.

Match your moment with freestyle dining options offering everything from a four course meal to a casual bite with the freedom of beautifully crafted cuisine when you choose.

Enjoy a wide selection of spirits, cocktails, wines, beer, juices and soft drinks.

Savour world-class cuisine at the onboard speciality restaurants with two complimentary dining packages per person.

Delight in everything from intimate theatre-style production shows and live music to engaging destination and cultural showcases. All intentionally crafted by a dedicated Entertainment and Destination Cruise Director, these exhilarating and educational programs will only enhance your journey.

Stay connected throughout your voyage with the essential wifi package. Optional upgrades are available for enhanced streaming.

Receive USD$50 onshore exploration credit per port to experience ashore your way with a range of interests and activity levels to choose from across three categories: Highlights, Local Discovery and Active Adventure.

Relax knowing that all onboard prepaid gratuities, port taxes and charges are included and taken care of for you.

Enjoy complimentary still and sparkling water that is replenished daily in your stateroom, adding a refreshing touch to your voyage.

Explore the sights of Barcelona with a 2 night stay in a hand-selected hotel

When you upgrade to a Penthouse Suite or above you will receive the additional bonus upgrades:

  • Premium hotel upgrade for your pre cruise city stay
  • Premium onboard wifi package
  • Enhanced speciality dining package – 2 additional dining options

Speak to our My Cruises experts about how you can upgrade at time of booking.

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Athens, Greece

Welcome to Athens, the birthplace of democracy. This vibrant city is steeped in history, which you can discover for yourself at the Acropolis and National Archaeological Museum. Afterwards, take a stroll through Plaka, a neighbourhood teeming with cobblestoned streets, sidewalk cafes and tiny local stores. Enjoy a 2-night hotel stay to explore this exciting city.

 
Athens (Piraeus), Greece

Embark your 12 night Mediterranean cruise from Piraeus to Barcelona onboard Regatta today.

 
At Sea

Your day at sea will allow you to take full advantage of everything the ship has to offer. Seek out hidden treasures and make the most of the facilities onboard. All of the ships activities can be found on the vessels daily newsletter. If relaxation is on your mind then your sea day will allow you to sit back, soak in ship life and watch the world as it floats by.

 
Alexandria, Egypt

Welcome to Alexandria. Founded by Alexander the Great in 332 BC, this relaxed Mediterranean city was once the home of Cleopatra, Caesar and Mark Antony. Cruise here to learn about the city’s illustrious history at the Library of Alexandria, uncover ancient relics at the National Museum and shop for local wares at the souks. Or venture out to Cairo to discover the iconic Great Pyramids of Giza. Enjoy an overnight onboard stay to explore this exciting city.

 
Rhodes, Greece

Rhodes is positioned off the coast of Turkey and blends history and beauty in to one. You are guaranteed to be in awe of the Grand Masters Palace and the old fortified city provides a great walk back in time.

 
Santorini, Greece

Welcome to Santorini! This postcard-perfect island is possibly Greece’s most iconic island, famed for its steep cliffs, blue-roofed houses, and breathtaking sunsets. Hike from Fira to Oia, explore the red and black sanded beaches and visit the Santorini volcano. After a day of exploring, you’ll want to enjoy a glass of wine as the sun sets over this mesmerising island.

 
Katakolon, Greece

This quaint little seaside town on the Ionian Sea is the gateway to Ancient Olympia, where Greek mythology was born and the first Olympiad was held. You may still be able to hear the distant echoes of the ancient Greeks cheering as you tour the ruins of one of the most important and exciting sanctuaries of antiquity.

 
At Sea

Enjoy a relaxing day at sea.

 
Messina, Italy

Welcome to Messina, the door of Sicily. Despite being the site of historical disaster, suffering from plague, cholera, and earthquakes in times past, today Messina is a thriving port town with plenty to explore. During your visit, be sure to check out Piazza del Duomo, sample Sicilian cuisine and wander along the colourful seafront.

 
Sorrento, Italy

Welcome to Sorrento! Perched atop a craggy cliff along Italy’s Amalfi Coast, Sorrento appears straight out of a postcard. Set sail to the isle of Capri (best known for its sparkling Blue Grotto) or head north to Naples to see the ancient ruins of Pompeii. As the limoncello capital of Italy, no visit is complete without a tasting of this refreshing liqueur.

 
Rome (Civitavecchia), Italy

Welcome to Civitavecchia! This lively port town is just 50 minutes from Rome, so you’re within easy reach of all the iconic sights of the Eternal City. If you’d prefer to stay in Civitavecchia, be sure to check out Forte Michelangelo, the former Jewish Ghetto, and the Trajan Theatre.

 
At Sea

Enjoy a relaxing day at sea.

 
Barcelona, Spain

Disembark Regatta in Barcelona today. Welcome to Barcelona, a bustling beachside city filled with architectural gems. Hit the Gaudi trail, explore the Gothic Quarter and take a stroll along Las Ramblas. Visiting a tapas bar is an absolute must, especially when washed down with a glass of sangria. Enjoy a 2-night hotel stay to explore this exciting city.

 
Barcelona, Spain

Farewell Barcelona as you board your flight home, or ask us about our flexible flights and extend your stay.

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Price based on cruise sail date 14 September 2026

Price based on departing from Adelaide, Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth, Sydney

Based on Inside Stateroomview stateroom

Upgrade to Obstructed Oceanview Stateroom from $499 per personview stateroom

Upgrade to Midship Oceanview Porthole Stateroom from $899 per personview stateroom

Upgrade to Oceanview with Picture Window Stateroom from $999 per personview stateroom

Upgrade to Balcony Stateroom from $1499 per personview stateroom

Upgrade to Club Balcony Stateroom from $1799 per personview stateroom

Upgrade to Penthouse Suite from $3999 per personview stateroom

Upgrade to Forward Facing Penthouse Vista Suite from $5999 per personview stateroom

Upgrade to Owners Suite from $6999 per personview stateroom

Prices are per person twin share in AUD, and subject to availability and currency fluctuations.
Pricing is subject to change until reservation is confirmed. Please note – Accommodation, itinerary and inclusions are subject to change and availability.
Seasonal and/or flight routing surcharges may apply. Flights may not be direct or operate daily. Disruptions to cruising and itinerary may occur.

Important – if your cruise holiday package is made up of consecutive back to back sailings, there is a chance that you may be allocated different cabin numbers on each voyage and may be required to change cabins throughout your journey.

Please note upgrade amounts advertised may be based on lead in obstructed view staterooms.

Please note – onboard benefits valued at has been converted into Australian Dollars from the onboard currency. Details of the onboard currency can be provided by your consultant at the time of enquiry. Shore excursions and other items such as alcoholic beverages & laundry are an additional cost. Should onboard gratuities or hotel service charges not already be included in your package, these are mandatory and charged by the cruise line to your onboard account on a day by day basis.
Itineraries are subject to change at any time without notice.

Due to security reasons, all guests must be on board 2 hours before sailing.
Disembarkation usually begins 2 hours after docking.

Please note: Flight deviations requested by the traveller incur a fee of $150AUD per person plus any additional airfare and or tax charges. These will be advised by our Cruise After Sales / Air Department at the time of selecting your flights

Please note that a majority of US based (including Hawaii) hotels impose a daily mandatory additional charge that is automatically added to your bill by the hotel. There are various inclusions provided for these resort fees. These fees are separate from, cannot be prepaid prior to arrival and are in addition to our advertised package.
Please note many European hotels charge a nominal daily City Tourist Tax which is utilised locally for tourism-related purposes and to improve the local infrastructure in the area. This tax is collected by the hotels directly from the customer and the amount can vary by region, hotel size or type. Local regulations state this must be collected by the hotel and cannot be prepaid.

It is your responsibility to ensure that you have checked the Visa requirements for all countries visited on this itinerary.
China, Russia, India, Canada, and the USA require visas to be arranged prior to sailing for all Australian passport holders.
For Non-Australian passport holders please check with the appropriate embassy.

Ships’ Registry: Marshall Island

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