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 3
About the Norwegian Sun
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Norwegian Sun is a cruise ship operated by Cordelia Cruises, 78,309 GT, carrying up to 2,232 guests. Specifications sourced from Wikidata (CC0).
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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 4Mykonos· 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 5Patmos· 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 6Kuşadası· Turkey
Arrive 08:00 · Depart 17:00
Kuşadası (Turkish: [ˈkuʃadasɯ]) is a municipality and district of Aydın Province, Turkey. Its area is 265 km2, and its population is 130,835 (2022).
▸Getting ashore in Kuşadası
Day 7Chania· 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.
▸Getting ashore in Chania
Day 8Katakolon· Greece
Arrive 08:00 · Depart 17:00
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 9Thessaloniki· Greece
Arrive 08:00 · Depart 17:00
Thessaloniki (; Greek: Θεσσαλονίκη [θesaloˈnici] ; also known by various spellings and names) is the capital and largest city of the administrative region of Central Macedonia, and the second-largest city in Greece. It is the largest city of Northern Greece, with over 300,000 in the city proper and slightly over one million inhabitants in its metropolitan area, the capital of the geographic region of Macedonia, and the Decentralized Administration of Macedonia and Thrace.
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 $1,000 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 · Cordelia Cruises
Already in the fare
Accommodation in your chosen cabin category.Meals in the main dining rooms and buffet restaurants.Access to most on-board entertainment, such as live music, shows, and some activities.Use of the swimming pool and fitness center.Access to the casino and nightclub, though any gambling or purchases within are extra.
The drinks package
Cordelia Cruises may offer various drinks packages; please confirm current pricing directly with the line when booking.
Break-even: To make a typical drinks package worthwhile, you would usually need to consume around 4-6 alcoholic beverages or premium non-alcoholic drinks daily, such as specialty coffees or fresh juices. This can vary based on the package and drink prices.
A drinks package generally suits guests who plan to enjoy multiple alcoholic drinks or premium non-alcoholic beverages daily. Those who prefer basic drinks like water, coffee, and juice at meals, or only occasional alcoholic drinks, may find it more cost-effective to pay for drinks individually.
Gratuities
An automatic service charge, typically around 750-1000 Indian Rupees (INR) per person, per day, is added to your onboard account. This amount can vary by cabin category. You can usually prepay these charges before your cruise or adjust them at guest services onboard.
Wifi
Wi-Fi access on Cordelia Cruises is typically available for purchase in tiered packages. The cheapest options usually allow for basic browsing and messaging applications, but may not support streaming or video calls. Check current package prices and speeds onboard.
Costs that surprise people
◆Specialty Dining. Restaurants beyond the main dining rooms and buffets, such as fine-dining venues or themed eateries, usually incur an additional cover charge per person or à la carte pricing.
◆Shore Excursions. While you can explore ports independently, organized shore excursions booked through the cruise line come with an additional cost, which varies by tour.
◆Spa and Salon Services. Treatments like massages, facials, hair styling, and access to thermal suites are not included in the base fare and are charged separately.
◆Casino and Arcade. Any gambling in the casino or games played in the arcade will be charged to your onboard account.
◆Photography Services. Professional photos taken by the ship's photographers throughout your cruise are available for purchase, either individually or as a package.
◆Room Service. While some room service items might be complimentary during specific hours, certain selections or late-night orders may incur a delivery fee or an item charge.
Ways to spend less
◆Book Packages Before Sailing. If you plan to purchase a drinks package or specialty dining, booking it online before your cruise often results in a slightly lower price than buying onboard.
◆Utilize Included Dining Options.
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.
Take advantage of the complimentary main dining rooms and buffet restaurants for all your meals to avoid extra charges from specialty venues.
◆Bring Allowed Beverages. Confirm the cruise line's policy, but some lines permit guests to bring a limited amount of non-alcoholic beverages onboard in their carry-on luggage.
◆Go Ashore Independently. Research ports of call in advance and explore on your own rather than booking cruise line excursions, which can save money on tours and transportation.
◆Enjoy Complimentary Drinks. Water, basic coffee, tea, and some juices are typically available for free in the buffet and main dining rooms. Make use of these to reduce your beverage costs.
◆Decline Photos. If you do not wish to purchase professional photos, simply avoid having them taken or opt not to view them in the gallery to resist impulse buys.
