Nafplio or Nafplion (Greek: Ναύπλιο, romanized: Náfplio) is a coastal city located in the Peloponnese in Greece. It is the capital of the regional unit of Argolis and an important tourist destination.
▸Getting ashore in Nafplio
Day 3Katakolon
About the Carnival Imagination
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Katakolo (Greek: Κατάκολο) is a seaside village in the municipality of Pyrgos in western Elis, Greece. It is situated on a headland overlooking the Ionian Sea and separating the Gulf of Kyparissia from the rest of the Ionian.
▸Getting ashore in Katakolon
Day 4Corfu· Greece
Arrive 08:00 · Depart 17:00
Corfu (, also US: ) or Kerkyra (Greek: Κέρκυρα, romanized: Kérkyra, pronounced [ˈcercira] ; Ancient Greek: Κόρκυρα, romanized: Kórkyra, pronounced [kórkyra]; Medieval Greek: Κορυφώ, romanized: Koryfó; Italian: Corfù; Latin: Corcyra) is a city and a former municipality on the island of Corfu, Ionian Islands, Greece. Since the 2019 local government reform, it is part of the municipality Central Corfu and Diapontian Islands.
▸Getting ashore in Corfu
Day 5Milos· Greece
Arrive 08:00 · Depart 17:00
Milos or Melos (; Modern Greek: Μήλος, romanized: Mílos, IPA: [ˈmilos]; Ancient Greek: Μῆλος, romanized: Mêlos) is a volcanic Greek island in the Aegean Sea, just north of the Sea of Crete. It is the southwestern-most of the Cyclades islands.
▸Getting ashore in Milos
Day 6Santorini· Greece
Arrive 08:00 · Depart 17:00
Santorini, officially Thira or Thera, is a Greek island in the southern Aegean Sea, about 200 km (120 mi) southeast from the mainland. It is the largest island of a small, circular archipelago formed by the Santorini caldera.
▸Getting ashore in Santorini
Day 7Mykonos· Greece
Arrive 08:00 · Depart 17:00
Mykonos (, UK also ; Greek: Μύκονος [ˈmikonos]) is a Greek island, part of the Cyclades, lying between Tinos, Syros, Paros and Naxos. The island has an area of 85.5 square kilometres (33.0 sq mi) and rises to an elevation of 341 metres (1,119 feet) at its highest point.
▸Getting ashore in Mykonos
Day 8Patmos· Greece
Arrive 08:00 · Depart 17:00
Patmos (Greek: Πάτμος, pronounced [ˈpatmos]) is a Greek island in the Aegean Sea. It is famous as the place where, according to Christian belief, John of Patmos received the vision found in the Book of Revelation of the New Testament, and where the book was written.
▸Getting ashore in Patmos
Day 9Chania· Greece
Arrive 08:00 · Depart 17:00
Chania (Greek: Χανιά, Khaniá, pronounced [xaˈɲa] ), also sometimes romanized as Hania, is a city in Greece and the capital of the Chania regional unit. It lies along the north west coast of the island Crete, about 70 km (43 mi) west of Rethymno and 145 km (90 mi) west of Heraklion.
What the fare covers, what it doesn't, and how this itinerary actually runs.
Save the balcony money
10 port days and no sea day — you are ashore in daylight and asleep the rest. An interior cabin costs about $1,350 less per person, which is most of a shore excursion budget.
10 port days back to back
Early tenders and late returns, several days running, with no sea day to recover in. Pick the two ports you actually care about and let one of the others be a lie-in — the itinerary is not a checklist.
Day one and the last day are half-days
A 10-night cruise is really 9 full days. Boarding runs into the afternoon and you are off the ship early on the last morning.
Money on board · Independent
Already in the fare
Accommodation in your chosen cabin gradeDining in the main dining rooms and buffet restaurantsSelect non-alcoholic beverages like water, basic coffee, and teaAccess to most on-board entertainment, including shows and live musicUse of general facilities such as pools and fitness centersPort taxes and fees, though these can sometimes be listed separately
The drinks package
Drinks packages typically range from around $65-100 USD per person, per day, including automatic service charges. Confirm the current price with your cruise line when booking.
Break-even: These packages usually become cost-effective if you plan to have 5-7 alcoholic drinks a day, or a mix of premium coffees, sodas, and alcoholic beverages. Each line defines what counts towards the package.
This package suits those who drink several alcoholic beverages daily and prefer not to track individual costs, but might not be cost-effective for light drinkers or those primarily consuming included beverages.
Gratuities
An automatic service charge, typically around $16-20 USD per person, per day, is usually added to your on-board account. Suite guests may see a slightly higher daily amount. These can often be prepaid or adjusted by speaking with guest services.
Wifi
Basic internet plans, suitable for checking emails and messaging, typically cost around $10-25 USD per day. Streaming or video calls usually require a more expensive premium package. Confirm current pricing and available plans with your specific cruise line.
Costs that surprise people
◆Specialty Dining. Restaurants beyond the main dining rooms and buffets often carry an additional cover charge or à la carte pricing, typically ranging from $25-60 USD per person.
◆Shore Excursions. Activities and tours arranged through the cruise line at port stops are an additional cost, with prices varying widely depending on the activity and duration.
◆Spa and Salon Services. Treatments like massages, facials, and hair services are not included in the base fare and are charged separately.
◆Premium Drinks. Beverages beyond water, basic coffee, and tea, such as sodas, specialty coffees, alcoholic drinks, and fresh juices, are generally extra without a drinks package.
◆Gift Shop Purchases. Souvenirs, clothing, toiletries, and other items bought in the on-board shops are charged to your account.
◆Casino and Arcade. Any gambling in the casino or games in the arcade are additional expenses charged to your on-board account.
Ways to spend less
◆Book Packages Before Sailing. Drinks, WiFi, and specialty dining packages are often offered at a reduced rate if purchased online before embarkation, rather than on board.
◆Bring Allowed Beverages. Many cruise lines permit passengers to bring a limited quantity of non-alcoholic beverages or a single bottle of wine per adult on board, subject to their policy. Check the line's current rules.
AI-written guidance, not a quote. Prices and policies change and vary by sailing — confirm anything that matters with the cruise line before you book.
◆Eat at Included Venues. Stick to the main dining rooms and buffet restaurants, which are covered by your fare, to avoid extra charges from specialty dining.
◆Go Ashore Independently. Research and plan your own activities in port instead of booking cruise line excursions, which can often be more expensive.
◆Utilize Free Drinks. Make use of the complimentary water, iced tea, basic coffee, and juices typically available in the buffet or main dining rooms.
◆Limit WiFi Usage. Consider purchasing WiFi only for specific times you need it, or wait to connect at free hotspots in port, rather than buying a continuous package.
