--- type: cruise schema_type: TouristTrip id: a752b23a-7ac9-4f37-a243-3dcfbd8cfdf0 slug: norwegian-sky-9-night-barcelona-athens-2026-08-31 voyage_code: None cruise_line: Norwegian Cruise Line ship: Norwegian Sky departure_date: return_date: nights: 9 embarkation_port: Barcelona disembarkation_port: Athens (Piraeus), Greece starting_price_usd: 1634.0 bookable: true last_updated: 2026-05-05T06:52:50Z --- # Greek Isles: Italy, France, & Greece > Norwegian Cruise Line · Norwegian Sky · Aug 31 – Sep 9   (9 nights) ## Quick Facts | Attribute | Value | |-----------|-------| | **Cruise Line** | Norwegian Cruise Line | | **Ship** | Norwegian Sky | | **Duration** | 9 nights | | **Departure Date** | N/A | | **Return Date** | N/A | | **Embarkation Port** | Barcelona | | **Disembarkation Port** | Athens (Piraeus), Greece | | **Starting Price** | 1,634 USD per person | | **Voyage Code** | None | ## Itinerary ### Day 1: Barcelona **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 05:00 PM The capital of Catalonia, and one of its provinces, Barcelona, is a place of palpable history, where you can lose yourself strolling down the medieval streets of the Barri Gotic. It's a city designed to delight the senses: visit other-worldly Modernista churches like Gaudi's La Sagrada Familia, or treat yourself at a street side cafe to Patatas Bravas or a Passion Fruit Mojito. Explore more of Barcelona on a European cruise! ### Day 2: Nice/Monaco (Villefranche), France **Arrives:** 10:00 AM · **Departs:** 07:00 PM ### Day 3: Florence/Pisa (Livorno), Italy **Arrives:** 07:00 AM · **Departs:** 09:00 PM How lucky to visit the Tuscan region, Florence & Pisa, resplendent in art and history. What's even more fortunate is that all the main attractions in Florence are centrally located for the perfect walking tour. See Santa Croce, Piazza del Duomo and Michelangelo's David. Explore more of Florence & Pisa on a European cruise! ### Day 4: Rome (Civitavecchia), Italy **Arrives:** 06:45 AM · **Departs:** 07:00 PM Endless adventures await in Rome. With two and a half thousand years of history, art and culture, it is no wonder Rome is one of the most visited cities on the planet. Gaze at the masterpieces of the Vatican or walk into the past with visits to ancient relics, historic monuments and legendary museums. Or people-watch while sipping on an espresso in a quaint cafe. ### Day 5: Salerno, Italy **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 06:00 PM The history of Salerno is as rich and vibrant as its surrounding landscapes. The site of ancient settlements (Neolithic mummy remains discovered here), Salerno has been home to vast empires and was the site of Medieval Europe's first medical school. A trip to Salerno makes it easy to understand why countless people have been drawn to its location along the Gulf of Salerno. Nestled between the mountains and the sea at the southeastern point of the famed Amalfi Coast, Salerno boasts sun-drenched b... ### Day 6: Messina (Sicily), Italy **Arrives:** 07:00 AM · **Departs:** 06:00 PM The third largest city on the island of Sicily, Messina welcomes cruise ship visitors with its lovely harbour, extraordinary architecture (much of which miraculously survived a horrendous earthquake and tidal wave in 1908) and wonderful food. Stroll through Messina's Piazza Cairoli taking in magnificent fountains and cathedrals, or sip Marsala wine at a sidewalk cafe. Explore more of Messina on a European cruise! ### Day 7: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 8: Mykonos, Greece **Arrives:** 07:00 AM · **Departs:** 06:00 PM Mykonos is a classic Greek Island with whitewashed houses, blue-domed churches and windmills. Add a reputation for beautiful beaches and you'll understand why Mykonos is the most popular island in the Cyclades. Explore the island in a 4 x 4 or take a ferry to the tiny island of Delos. Explore more of Mykonos on a European cruise! ### Day 9: Santorini, Greece **Arrives:** 07:00 AM · **Departs:** 09:00 PM Whitewashed villages clinging to the sides of the sea cliffs have made the volcanic island of Santorini one of the most widely photographed places in the world. The island's charm and subtle mystery have even made it a target of speculation as the location of the lost city of Atlantis. ### Day 10: Athens (Piraeus), Greece **Arrives:** 05:30 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM This is the cradle of civilization, the oldest city in Europe. Not only is this city home to the Acropolis and some of the most important architectural structures and archaeological finds in the Western world, It is also a very modern city, an urban amalgam of extraordinary art, culture, cuisine and shopping. Explore more of Athens on a European cruise! ## Pricing Prices shown are per person based on double occupancy in USD. | Cabin Type | Starting Price | |------------|----------------| | Inside | $1,634 | | Ocean View | $2,004 | | Balcony | $4,754 | | Suite | $7,754 | ## Cabin Options ### Inside Cabins **Inside** (Code: ID) — From $3,288 With room for up to three guests, these staterooms are the most affordable way to cruise. They include two lower beds that convert into a queen-size bed and some feature a single sofabed to accommodate one more. **Inside** (Code: IF) — From $3,268 With room for up to three guests, these staterooms are the most affordable way to cruise. They include two lower beds that convert into a queen-size bed and some feature a single sofabed to accommodate one more. **Family Inside** (Code: I4) — From $3,348 These Inside Staterooms are the most affordable way for the whole family to cruise. With room for four, you'll have two lower beds that convert into a queen-size bed and additional bedding to sleep two more. **Solo Inside** (Code: IT) Solo Inside **Inside** (Code: IA) — From $3,328 With room for up to three guests, these staterooms are the most affordable way to cruise. They include two lower beds that convert into a queen-size bed and some feature a single sofabed to accommodate one more. **Sail Away Inside** (Code: IX) A Sail Away Inside stateroom guarantees an Inside stateroom or better! Your stateroom may be on any deck and assigned between time of booking up to one day prior to embarkation. ### Outside Cabins **Oceanview with Large Porthole** (Code: OC) — From $4,208 These staterooms have room for up to three guests, with two lower beds that convert into a queen-size bed and some with a single sofabed to accommodate one more. A large porthole allows you to enjoy the ever-changing seascape. **Oceanview** (Code: OF) — From $4,008 These staterooms are conveniently located on Deck 4 and have room for three guests, with two lower beds that convert into a queen-size bed and a single sofabed. There's also a comfy sitting area and a porthole to check out the amazing views and latest ports. **Oceanview Picture Window** (Code: OB) With room for up to three guests, these staterooms include two lower beds that convert into a queen-size bed and some feature a single sofabed to accommodate one more. You'll also have a big picture window to enjoy the amazing view. **Solo Oceanview** (Code: OT) Solo Oceanview **Family Oceanview** (Code: O5) Perfect for the whole family, these staterooms accommodate up to five guests. They feature two lower beds that convert into a queen-size bed and additional bedding to accommodate up to three more. Also includes a large porthole or picture window to enjoy the views. **Sail Away Oceanview** (Code: OX) A Sail Away Oceanview stateroom guarantees an Oceanview stateroom or better! Please note that the view may be fully obstructed, partially obstructed, porthole or picture window. Your stateroom may be on any deck and assigned up to one day prior to embarkation. **Oceanview Picture Window** (Code: OA) — From $4,388 With room for up to three guests, these staterooms include two lower beds that convert into a queen-size bed and some feature a single sofabed to accommodate one more. You'll also have a big picture window to enjoy the amazing view. **Oceanview with Large Porthole** (Code: OD) — From $4,068 These staterooms have room for up to three guests, with two lower beds that convert into a queen-size bed and some with a single sofabed to accommodate one more. A large porthole allows you to enjoy the ever-changing seascape. **Family Oceanview** (Code: O4) Perfect for the whole family, these staterooms accommodate up to five guests. They feature two lower beds that convert into a queen-size bed and additional bedding to accommodate up to three more. Also includes a large porthole or picture window to enjoy the views. ### Balcony Cabins **Balcony** (Code: BF) — From $9,508 With room for up to three guests, these staterooms have two lower beds that convert into a queen-size bed or two stationary beds, and some with additional bedding to accommodate one more. Along with a sitting area, and a private balcony with great views. Plus some can connect so you can spread out y... **Balcony** (Code: BA) — From $9,608 With room for up to three guests, these staterooms have two lower beds that convert into a queen-size bed or two stationary beds, and some with additional bedding to accommodate one more. Along with a sitting area, and a private balcony with great views. Plus some can connect so you can spread out y... **Aft-Facing Balcony** (Code: B1) — From $9,868 With room for up to three guests, these aft-facing staterooms offer incredible views. They feature two lower beds that convert into a queen-size bed and a single sofabed to accommodate one more. Along with a sitting area, floor-to-ceiling glass doors and a private balcony to enjoy the views and fres... **Solo Balcony** (Code: BT) Solo Balcony **Sail Away Balcony** (Code: BX) A Sail Away Balcony stateroom guarantees a Balcony stateroom or better! Please note that the view from your balcony may be fully obstructed or partially obstructed. Your stateroom may be on any deck and assigned up to one day prior to embarkation. ### Suite Cabins **Owner's Suite with Large Balcony** (Code: SA) — From $22,518 These Norwegian Sky Owner's Suites with a Large Balcony are great for up to five guests. They include a living room, dining room and separate bedroom. Along with a luxury bath with whirlpool tub plus an amazing balcony and hot tub so you can relax while enjoying incredible views. Includes butler and... **Aft-Facing Penthouse with Master Bedroom & Large Balcony** (Code: SD) — From $17,888 Up to four guests can stay in these Penthouses that come with a dining area and large private balcony. Because they are aft-facing, the view from your private balcony is truly stunning. Also features a bedroom with two lower beds that convert to a queen-size bed and luxury bath with whirlpool tub an... **Penthouse with Balcony** (Code: SH) With lots of space, you will have an amazing getaway in this fantastic Penthouse that accommodates three guests. Features a queen-size bed that converts into two lowers, luxury bath with shower, plus a dining area and private balcony to enjoy the amazing views. Includes butler and concierge service.... **Aft-Facing Penthouse with Large Balcony** (Code: SE) — From $15,508 Enjoy the perfect retreat in these stylish Penthouses. They feature a bedroom with two lower beds that convert into a queen, and luxury bath with shower and whirlpool tub. Along with a dining area, private balcony with stunning views and some with additional bedding to sleep up to five guests. Plus ... ## Ship Information ### Norwegian Sky Come aboard Norwegian Sky® and discover a more intimate and traditional cruising experience. Sail the Bahamas, Greek Isles, go on one of Norwegian's Extraordinary Journeys, and more on this ship. From onboard pools to the award-winning Mandara Spa, get ready to enjoy some well-deserved “me time.” Stretch your legs and soak in fantastic vistas on the outdoor track or at the fitness centre. Savour a variety of specialty and complimentary dining on board, from Italian at La Cucina or French at Le Bistro to casual outdoor restaurants and everything in between. And with so many bars and lounges, including the Pinnacle Lounge & Sushi Bar or Sugarcane Mojito Bar, finding your favourite might take a few days - and several rounds. Boasting elegant interiors and a relaxed atmosphere, Norwegian Sky was made for unwinding at sea. #### Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Passenger Capacity | 2,004 | | Crew | 934 | | Gross Tonnage | 77,104.0 | | Length | 853.0 ft | | Total Cabins | 1,002 | ## Onboard Amenities ### Relaxation - **Spinnaker Lounge**: At night, the atmosphere at the Spinnaker Lounge is charged when the music comes up and the stage becomes a dance floor. - **Mandara Spa & Salon**: The Mandara Spa & Salon offers unique and exotic spa treatments reflecting the beauty, spirit and traditions of rejuvenation from around the world. Yo... - **Couples Deep Tissue Muscle Massage**: You and your favourite person can enjoy a gorgeously relaxing full body Deep Tissue Muscle Massage as you lie side by side. The listed price is per co... - **Swedish Massage - 75 minutes**: Enjoy this deeply relaxing Swedish massage for a full 75 minutes. - **Couture Touch Face and Body Treatment - 50 minutes**: Condition your skin and condition your muscles with this all-embracing hands-on experience. Includes a ELEMIS hands-on TOUCH facial with your choice o... ### Food and Drink - **Starbucks**: Grab a Teavana® Shaken Iced Green Tea Lemonade to sip while lounging on a pristine Caribbean beach. Or recount the day's excitement with your friends ... - **Le Bistro**: Romance is in the air at our signature French restaurant. Elegant interiors, crisp white linens and attentive servers make this an intimate dining exp... - **Nutritional Consultation**: If you are ready to enhance your well-being with a sensible diet and exercise programme, our fitness professionals can provide you with the in-depth i... - **Crossings**: Stunning in design with ocean views, this Main Restaurant offers traditional cuisine to please every palate. - **The Great Outdoors**: Come as you are, even in your swimsuit, to this casual, buffet bar serving grilled favorites like burgers, hot dogs and great ocean views. ### Fitness - **Personal Training**: After conducting a Body Composition Analysis, our personal trainers will design a nutrition and exercise plan that will help you achieve the results y... - **Pulse Fitness Centre**: Get your heart rate up using state-of-the-art machines while enjoying a view through floor-to-ceiling windows. In addition, you can participate in aer... - **Walking Track**: Run circles around the other guests or get your daily walk in before breakfast on the outdoor track. ### Technology - **Deep Tissue Muscle Massage - 75 minutes**: Using muscle-melting warmed oils and deep pressure massage movements, we massage deep into the belly of the muscle, erasing stress, tension and lactic... - **Behind The Scenes Tour**: Experience the exciting Behind The Scenes Tour of our crew working areas, including exclusive access to the Bridge, Engine Control Room, Main Galley, ... - **Pro-Collagen Grooming Treatment with Shave**: Our most opulent grooming service for men, this is simply the shave of all shaves combined with the facial of all facials! Your skin will be left perf... - **Ionithermie Cellulite Reduction Treatment**: Reduce the appearance of cellulite and firm and tone the skin with this Parisian treatment that offers substantial inch loss in just one session. - **Internet Café**: No matter how far you are from home, having access to the Internet is nearby at the Internet Café. The Café can also be used as a computer lecture and... ### Recreational - **Mark Twain Library**: You'll find a well-stocked selection of things to read with all the elegant trappings Mark Twain himself would have appreciated, including a stellar v... - **Aroma Spa Seaweed Massage - 100 minutes**: Indulge in this detoxifying wrap and massage to reduce fluid retention and cellulite and replenish your body's systems with vital trace elements. This... - **Body Composition Analysis**: Our fitness professionals will determine your body fat percentage, metabolic rate and water retention level and then compare the results to the percen... - **Aroma Stone Therapy - 50 minutes**: Heated Basalt Stones are applied to key points of the body, while your therapist massages your body with warmed, fragrant aromatherapy oils. - **The Time Zone**: If you want to treat yourself to a new watch or simply give the gift of time, visit the Time Zone for a world class selection of Swiss watches and oth... ### Entertainment - **Conference Rooms**: Norwegian Sky's meeting room area offers all the amenities of a world-class boardroom including a stunning view in a professional setting. Our three i... - **Splash Academy**: Jump into a splash of fun at Splash Academy just for kids 3-12. Join us for active games, arts and crafts, and jump into character with the creative t... - **Stardust Theatre**: It's show time! And we've got a really big show for you at the Stardust Lounge. A stunning two-story main show lounge with a stage headlines the best ... - **Bliss Ultra Lounge**: The electrifying aura of this hip, high-energy ultra lounge literally surrounds you. High-voltage tunes make everyone want to get their groove on and ... - **Deal or No Deal**: Enjoy an exhilarating show where contestants play & deal for cash in a high-energy contest of nerves and intuition. ## Ports of Call ### Barcelona *Coordinates: 41.3926, 2.07015* The capital of Catalonia, and one of its provinces, Barcelona, is a place of palpable history, where you can lose yourself strolling down the medieval streets of the Barri Gotic. It's a city designed to delight the senses: visit other-worldly Modernista churches like Gaudi's La Sagrada Familia, or treat yourself at a street side cafe to Patatas Bravas or a Passion Fruit Mojito. Explore more of Bar... ### Nice/Monaco (Villefranche), France *Coordinates: 43.6958, 7.27156* ### Florence/Pisa (Livorno), Italy *Coordinates: 43.5485, 10.3106* How lucky to visit the Tuscan region, Florence & Pisa, resplendent in art and history. What's even more fortunate is that all the main attractions in Florence are centrally located for the perfect walking tour. See Santa Croce, Piazza del Duomo and Michelangelo's David. Explore more of Florence & Pisa on a European cruise! ### Rome (Civitavecchia), Italy *Coordinates: 42.1062, 11.7757* Endless adventures await in Rome. With two and a half thousand years of history, art and culture, it is no wonder Rome is one of the most visited cities on the planet. Gaze at the masterpieces of the Vatican or walk into the past with visits to ancient relics, historic monuments and legendary museums. Or people-watch while sipping on an espresso in a quaint cafe. ### Salerno, Italy *Coordinates: 40.6824, 14.7681* The history of Salerno is as rich and vibrant as its surrounding landscapes. The site of ancient settlements (Neolithic mummy remains discovered here), Salerno has been home to vast empires and was the site of Medieval Europe's first medical school. A trip to Salerno makes it easy to understand why countless people have been drawn to its location along the Gulf of Salerno. Nestled between the moun... ### Messina (Sicily), Italy *Coordinates: 38.1922, 15.5567* The third largest city on the island of Sicily, Messina welcomes cruise ship visitors with its lovely harbour, extraordinary architecture (much of which miraculously survived a horrendous earthquake and tidal wave in 1908) and wonderful food. Stroll through Messina's Piazza Cairoli taking in magnificent fountains and cathedrals, or sip Marsala wine at a sidewalk cafe. Explore more of Messina on a ... ### Mykonos, Greece *Coordinates: 37.4415, 25.3667* Mykonos is a classic Greek Island with whitewashed houses, blue-domed churches and windmills. Add a reputation for beautiful beaches and you'll understand why Mykonos is the most popular island in the Cyclades. Explore the island in a 4 x 4 or take a ferry to the tiny island of Delos. Explore more of Mykonos on a European cruise! ### Santorini, Greece *Coordinates: 36.3932, 25.4615* Whitewashed villages clinging to the sides of the sea cliffs have made the volcanic island of Santorini one of the most widely photographed places in the world. The island's charm and subtle mystery have even made it a target of speculation as the location of the lost city of Atlantis. ### Athens (Piraeus), Greece *Coordinates: 37.9792, 23.7166* This is the cradle of civilization, the oldest city in Europe. Not only is this city home to the Acropolis and some of the most important architectural structures and archaeological finds in the Western world, It is also a very modern city, an urban amalgam of extraordinary art, culture, cuisine and shopping. 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