Greece, Turkey & Italy Cruise – Celebrity Ascent

This Greece Turkey Italy cruise on Celebrity Ascent is a classic Eastern Mediterranean sailing that links together some of the region’s most sought-after ports. Departing from Rome, you’ll visit Crete, Santorini, Ephesus, Istanbul, Mykonos and Naples over 11 nights, with full board on the ship and time to explore a mix of islands, historic cities and waterfront skylines.

If you’re looking for a Greece Turkey Italy itinerary that balances sightseeing with sea days, this sailing works brilliantly. You’ll enjoy Greek islands and Turkey cruise highlights, an overnight call in Istanbul and a return to Italy before disembarking back in Rome. Throughout, Celebrity Ascent gives you a modern, comfortable home base with plenty of dining and entertainment choices.

Cruise Overview – Greece, Turkey & Italy from Rome

This Eastern Mediterranean cruise from Rome begins in the Italian capital, where you’ll board Celebrity Ascent and sail south towards Crete. After a relaxing day at sea to settle into life on board, you’ll reach Chania on the island of Crete, a charming port with Venetian architecture, waterfront cafés and easy access to beaches and countryside.

From there the itinerary continues to Santorini, with its whitewashed villages and caldera views, followed by a call at Ephesus for the ancient ruins near Kusadasi. An overnight stay in Istanbul gives you extra time to explore both the European and Asian sides of the city, taking in landmarks, markets and viewpoints. After a further day at sea you’ll head to Mykonos, known for its winding alleys and lively harbour, and then to Naples for a final taste of Italy before returning to Rome.

Across this Greek islands and Turkey cruise you’ll have a good mix of ports, with opportunities for guided excursions or independent exploring at each stop. Sea days are well spaced to let you recharge between busy days ashore, and you’ll finish the voyage back in Rome with a straightforward journey home.

Life on Board Celebrity Ascent

As one of Celebrity Cruises’ newer Edge-series ships, Celebrity Ascent offers a contemporary feel with plenty of light, open spaces and stylish design. Restaurants and lounges are spread across the ship, giving you lots of choice throughout your Celebrity Ascent Greece cruise. You can enjoy main dining rooms, the Oceanview Café buffet, speciality venues (at a supplement), and relaxed bars and lounges for pre- or post-dinner drinks.

On sea days you might spend time by the pool, relax on the open decks, visit the spa or take part in activities and classes. Evenings bring theatre shows, live music and quieter corners where you can simply unwind. Cabins are designed to be comfortable and practical, with everything you need for a good night’s sleep between port days.

Your cruise is on a full board basis, with breakfast, lunch and dinner included every day. If you’d like to make your time on board even more carefree, you can upgrade to add a drinks package from £52pp per day, giving you a wide choice of beverages without having to think about individual bar bills. However you spend your time, Celebrity Ascent provides a modern, relaxed setting for your Greece, Turkey and Italy adventure.

If you like the look of this itinerary but would prefer to tailor it exactly to your requirements, get in touch with the Glen Travel team and we’ll put together a personalised quote based on how you like to travel and what you most want to see.

Based on 2 adults sharing an inside cabin, departing Newcastle on 7th September 2026.