--- type: cruise schema_type: TouristTrip id: b5409e62-0da3-4332-a78a-364b7f3b8e69 slug: 2279988 voyage_code: SU181 cruise_line: Saga Ocean Cruises ship: Spirit of Adventure departure_date: return_date: nights: 27 embarkation_port: Portsmouth, England disembarkation_port: Portsmouth, England starting_price_usd: None bookable: false last_updated: 2026-05-05T07:18:59Z --- # Egypt and the Eastern Mediterranean > Saga Ocean Cruises · Spirit of Adventure · Mar 21 – Apr 17, 2027   (27 nights) ## Quick Facts | Attribute | Value | |-----------|-------| | **Cruise Line** | Saga Ocean Cruises | | **Ship** | Spirit of Adventure | | **Duration** | 27 nights | | **Departure Date** | N/A | | **Return Date** | N/A | | **Embarkation Port** | Portsmouth, England | | **Disembarkation Port** | Portsmouth, England | | **Starting Price** | N/A USD per person | | **Voyage Code** | SU181 | ## Itinerary ### Day 1: Portsmouth, England **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Portsmouth is a port city and naval base on England’s south coast, mostly spread across Portsea Island. It’s known for its maritime heritage and Portsmouth Historic Dockyard. The dockyard is home to the interactive National Museum of the Royal Navy, the wooden warship HMS Victory, where Nelson died in the Battle of Trafalgar, and HMS Warrior 1860. ### Day 2: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 3: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 4: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 5: Gibraltar **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM The Port of Gibraltar, also known as Gibraltar Harbour, is a seaport in the British Overseas Territory of Gibraltar. It was a strategically important location during the Napoleonic Wars and after 1869 served as a supply point for ships travelling to India through the Suez Canal. ### Day 6: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 7: Mahon, Minorca **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Mahón, or Maó, is the capital of the Spanish island of Menorca. It’s known for its British-style Georgian houses and sheltered harbor. Santa María Church, with an ornate 19th-century organ, sits on central Plaça de la Constitució. Next to the church, the city hall has a Renaissance facade and a clock donated by the island’s first British governor. ### Day 8: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 9: Salerno, Italy **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Salerno is a port city southeast of Naples, in Italy. Atop Monte Bonadies, the centuries-old Arechi Castle has sea views, plus Museo Medievale del Castello, exhibiting medieval ceramics and coins. In town, built on the ruins of a Roman temple, is Salerno Cathedral. It has Byzantine bronze doors, a baroque crypt and a marble altar. The terraced Minerva’s Garden has been growing medicinal plants since the 14th century. ### Day 10: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 11: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 12: Kusadasi (for Ephesus), Turkey **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Kuşadası is a beach resort town on Turkey’s western Aegean coast. A jumping-off point for visiting the classical ruins at nearby Ephesus (or Efes), it’s also a major cruise ship destination. Its seafront promenade, marina, and harbor are lined with hotels and restaurants. Just offshore on Pigeon Island is a walled Byzantine castle that once guarded the town, connected to the mainland via causeway. ### Day 13: Piraeus (for Athens), Greece **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Piraeus, is a port city within the Athens urban area, in the Attica region of Greece. It is located in the Athens Riviera, 8 kilometres southwest of Athens’ city centre, along the east coast of the Saronic Gulf. ### Day 14: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 15: Limassol, Cyprus **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Limassol is a city on the southern coast of Cyprus. It’s known for the centuries-old Limassol Castle, home to the Cyprus Medieval Museum and its collection of pottery and tombstones. On the seafront is the Prokymea (Molos) Sculpture Park, with sculptures by Cypriot, Greek and international artists. To the northeast is the Limassol Archaeological Museum, exhibiting artifacts from the Neolithic to the Roman periods. ### Day 16: Alexandria (for Cairo), Egypt **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Alexandria is a Mediterranean port city in Egypt. During the Hellenistic period, it was home to a lighthouse ranking among the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World as well as a storied library. Today the library is reincarnated in the disc-shaped, ultramodern Bibliotheca Alexandrina. The city also has Greco-Roman landmarks, old-world cafes and sandy beaches. ### Day 17: Alexandria (for Cairo), Egypt **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Alexandria is a Mediterranean port city in Egypt. During the Hellenistic period, it was home to a lighthouse ranking among the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World as well as a storied library. Today the library is reincarnated in the disc-shaped, ultramodern Bibliotheca Alexandrina. The city also has Greco-Roman landmarks, old-world cafes and sandy beaches. ### Day 18: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 19: Heraklion, Crete **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Heraklion, also known as Iraklio, is a port city and the capital of the Greek island of Crete. It’s known for the Palace of Knossos, just outside the city. The huge archaeological site dates back thousands of years to the Minoan civilization, and includes frescoes and baths. Guarding the city’s Venetian port is the 16th-century Koules fortress. ### Day 20: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 21: Valletta, Malta **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Valletta (or Il-Belt) is the tiny capital of the Mediterranean island nation of Malta. The walled city was established in the 1500s on a peninsula by the Knights of St. John, a Roman Catholic order. It’s known for museums, palaces and grand churches. Baroque landmarks include St. John’s Co-Cathedral, whose opulent interior is home to the Caravaggio masterpiece "The Beheading of Saint John." ### Day 22: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 23: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 24: Malaga, Spain **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Málaga is a port city on southern Spain’s Costa del Sol, known for its high-rise hotels and resorts jutting up from yellow-sand beaches. Looming over that modern skyline are the city’s 2 massive hilltop citadels, the Alcazaba and ruined Gibralfaro, remnants of Moorish rule. ### Day 25: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 26: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 27: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 28: Portsmouth, England **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Portsmouth is a port city and naval base on England’s south coast, mostly spread across Portsea Island. It’s known for its maritime heritage and Portsmouth Historic Dockyard. The dockyard is home to the interactive National Museum of the Royal Navy, the wooden warship HMS Victory, where Nelson died in the Battle of Trafalgar, and HMS Warrior 1860. ## Pricing Prices shown are per person based on double occupancy in USD. | Cabin Type | Starting Price | |------------|----------------| | Pricing | Contact for latest fares | ## Cabin Options ### Balcony Cabins **Standard Twin with Balcony** (Code: J) Standard Twin with Balcony **Twin Deluxe with Balcony** (Code: D) Twin Deluxe with Balcony **Superior Single with Balcony** (Code: QS) Superior Single with Balcony **Superior Single with Balcony** (Code: SS) Superior Single with Balcony **Standard Twin with Balcony** (Code: G) Standard Twin with Balcony ### Suite Cabins **Mid Ship Suite with Balcony** (Code: EE) Mid Ship Suite with Balcony **Aft Suite with Balcony** (Code: CC) Aft Suite with Balcony ## Ship Information ### Spirit of Adventure Spirit of Adventure's maiden season is now on sale. Taking to the oceans in the Summer of 2020, our second new ship is being built by the same expert team at the Meyer Werft shipyard. She's a beautiful sister to Spirit of Discovery, but with a host of surprises all her own, including two new speciality restaurants and vibrant new cabins, all with a private balcony for every guest. #### Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Passenger Capacity | 999 | | Crew | 517 | | Gross Tonnage | 58,250.0 | | Length | 774.0 ft | | Total Cabins | 540 | ## Onboard Amenities ### Food and Drink - **Wine included**: A choice of house red, white, rose and sparkling wines will be available throughout your cruise, at no extra charge. In addition, there'll be a hand-p... - **Supper Club**: Indulge in a drink (or two) in this late-night cabaret style entertainment venue and cocktail bar. Look forward to an array of events from live music ... - **Khukuri House**: The first of our speciality restaurants onboard Spirit of Adventure is also a first for us — a Nepalese restaurant at sea! Inspired by the Ghurka her... - **Supper Club**: Another first for us, the Supper Club offers cabaret style evening events with delicious menu choices to accompany. Just one of the four bars on board... - **Dining Room**: The Dining Room is Spirit of Adventure's main restaurant. Whether you join us for breakfast, lunch or dinner, you can expect the very finest in both B... ### Entertainment - **Playhouse**: Spirit of Adventure has her very own theatre at sea. The Playhouse offers plush seating for 444 guests, and showcases colourful performances every eve... - **Living Room**: Located at the centre of the ship is the sociable Living Room. This decadent, yet inviting venue is a great place to grab a coffee or relax with a pre... - **Card Room.**: Play card games for fun or join in with organised lessons and tournaments in The Card Room. - **Fairway**: Travel back to the bygone age of cruising and enjoy a traditional game of shuffleboard and deck quoits at The Fairway, in addition to our outdoor acti... - **Lido**: In the centre of the ship, The Lido is the main outside space. It is a beautiful area with a generously-sized swimming pool, twin hot tubs, and plenty... ### Technology - **Library**: Located at the top of the atrium, The Library has a coffee-shop feel and the self-service area is replenished throughout the day with tempting snacks,... ### Recreational - **gallery**: Like her sister, Spirit of Adventure also houses a eclectic collection of artwork. With commissioned pieces from oil-paintings to hand-cast bronze scu... - **room service**: Every guest can enjoy included 24-hour room service on board Spirit of Adventure. Whether you fancy eating in your cabin one evening, or would like a ... - **papercraft Room**: This dedicated craft area offers the opportunity to learn new skills through a range of classes and workshops. Enjoy jewellery-making to papercraft wi... ### Relaxation - **spa**: For total relaxation, head to the ship's serene spa. Here you can enjoy a dip in the 200 sqft hydrotherapy pool, relax in the infrared sauna or in the... - **Terrace**: This elegant ‘secret’ garden area is the perfect setting to enjoy the fresh air any time of the day. Expect it to be especially inviting as you sail a... - **beauty salon**: Pamper and indulge yourself in our beauty salon. Enjoy an array of beauty and wellbeing treatments, including massages, manicures and hairdressing. S... ### Fitness - **Fitness Centre**: The Fitness Centre has a range of hi-tech equipment and a fitness expert is also on hand to help you get the best workout. Along with the gym, there ... ## Ports of Call ### Portsmouth, England *Coordinates: 50.8106, -1.091* Portsmouth is a port city and naval base on England’s south coast, mostly spread across Portsea Island. It’s known for its maritime heritage and Portsmouth Historic Dockyard. The dockyard is home to the interactive National Museum of the Royal Navy, the wooden warship HMS Victory, where Nelson died in the Battle of Trafalgar, and HMS Warrior 1860. ### Gibraltar *Coordinates: 36.1408, -5.3536* The Port of Gibraltar, also known as Gibraltar Harbour, is a seaport in the British Overseas Territory of Gibraltar. It was a strategically important location during the Napoleonic Wars and after 1869 served as a supply point for ships travelling to India through the Suez Canal. ### Mahon, Minorca *Coordinates: 39.8896, 4.25962* Mahón, or Maó, is the capital of the Spanish island of Menorca. It’s known for its British-style Georgian houses and sheltered harbor. Santa María Church, with an ornate 19th-century organ, sits on central Plaça de la Constitució. Next to the church, the city hall has a Renaissance facade and a clock donated by the island’s first British governor. ### Salerno, Italy *Coordinates: 40.6824, 14.7681* Salerno is a port city southeast of Naples, in Italy. Atop Monte Bonadies, the centuries-old Arechi Castle has sea views, plus Museo Medievale del Castello, exhibiting medieval ceramics and coins. In town, built on the ruins of a Roman temple, is Salerno Cathedral. It has Byzantine bronze doors, a baroque crypt and a marble altar. The terraced Minerva’s Garden has been growing medicinal plants s... ### Kusadasi (for Ephesus), Turkey *Coordinates: 37.9397, 27.3408* Kuşadası is a beach resort town on Turkey’s western Aegean coast. A jumping-off point for visiting the classical ruins at nearby Ephesus (or Efes), it’s also a major cruise ship destination. Its seafront promenade, marina, and harbor are lined with hotels and restaurants. Just offshore on Pigeon Island is a walled Byzantine castle that once guarded the town, connected to the mainland via cau... ### Piraeus (for Athens), Greece *Coordinates: 37.9792, 23.7166* Piraeus, is a port city within the Athens urban area, in the Attica region of Greece. It is located in the Athens Riviera, 8 kilometres southwest of Athens’ city centre, along the east coast of the Saronic Gulf. ### Limassol, Cyprus *Coordinates: 34.7071, 33.0226* Limassol is a city on the southern coast of Cyprus. It’s known for the centuries-old Limassol Castle, home to the Cyprus Medieval Museum and its collection of pottery and tombstones. On the seafront is the Prokymea (Molos) Sculpture Park, with sculptures by Cypriot, Greek and international artists. To the northeast is the Limassol Archaeological Museum, exhibiting artifacts from the Neolithic to... ### Alexandria (for Cairo), Egypt *Coordinates: 31.2135, 29.9443* Alexandria is a Mediterranean port city in Egypt. During the Hellenistic period, it was home to a lighthouse ranking among the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World as well as a storied library. Today the library is reincarnated in the disc-shaped, ultramodern Bibliotheca Alexandrina. The city also has Greco-Roman landmarks, old-world cafes and sandy beaches. ### Heraklion, Crete *Coordinates: 35.2831, 25.1296* Heraklion, also known as Iraklio, is a port city and the capital of the Greek island of Crete. It’s known for the Palace of Knossos, just outside the city. The huge archaeological site dates back thousands of years to the Minoan civilization, and includes frescoes and baths. Guarding the city’s Venetian port is the 16th-century Koules fortress. ### Valletta, Malta *Coordinates: 35.8922, 14.5128* Valletta (or Il-Belt) is the tiny capital of the Mediterranean island nation of Malta. The walled city was established in the 1500s on a peninsula by the Knights of St. John, a Roman Catholic order. It’s known for museums, palaces and grand churches. Baroque landmarks include St. John’s Co-Cathedral, whose opulent interior is home to the Caravaggio masterpiece "The Beheading of Saint John." ### Malaga, Spain *Coordinates: 36.7213, -4.42127* Málaga is a port city on southern Spain’s Costa del Sol, known for its high-rise hotels and resorts jutting up from yellow-sand beaches. Looming over that modern skyline are the city’s 2 massive hilltop citadels, the Alcazaba and ruined Gibralfaro, remnants of Moorish rule. ## Booking Information - **Book This Cruise:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2279988 - **Compare Prices:** CruisePirate compares prices across multiple booking channels - **Price Alerts:** Set up alerts for price drops on this sailing - **Support:** Contact our AI-powered cruise assistant for personalized recommendations ### Why Book with CruisePirate? - Real-time price comparison across booking channels - AI-powered cruise recommendations - Transparent pricing with no hidden fees - Expert cruise search and filtering --- ## Technical Metadata - **Canonical URL:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2279988 - **Markdown URL:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2279988.md - **API Endpoint:** https://cruisepirate.ai/api/cruises/2279988/ - **Primary Image:** https://images.cruisepirate.ai/v3/static/cruise-lines/saga-ocean-cruises/spirit-of-adventure/other/106445.webp - **Data Source:** CruisePirate Cruise Database - **Last Updated:** 2026-05-05 07:18:59 UTC