Italy & Croatia Cruise, May 17, 2027

Italy & Croatia Cruise is a 7-night Royal Caribbean International cruise on Explorer of the Seas, sailing May 17, 2027 from Ravenna to Rome (Civitavecchia). It calls at Split, Bar, Dubrovnik, Sicily (Messina), Amalfi Coast (Salerno) and Rome (Civitavecchia). The lowest current fare is $792 per person for Interior. Taxes & fees included. Gratuities extra, about $18.50 per person per day (Optional and adjustable; may be prepaid.).

Length: 7 nights
Departs: May 17, 2027, Ravenna
Returns: May 24, 2027, Rome (Civitavecchia)
Ports of call: 7
Days at sea: 1
Ship: Explorer of the Seas

Offers

Black Friday Beat The ClockInstant savings off the cruise fare, per stateroom, on bookings made November 10 to 12, 2026; the biggest amount is for 6-night and longer suites.Applied when you book; the price shown does not include it.Book by November 12, 2026.
Cyber Bonus onboard creditOnboard credit per stateroom on bookings made November 6 to 16, 2026, sized by stateroom type and cruise length.Applied when you book; the price shown does not include it.Book by November 16, 2026.
BOGO60: 60% off the second guest60% off the cruise fare of the second guest sharing the stateroom, on bookings made November 3 to December 7, 2026.Applied when you book; the price shown does not include it.Book by December 7, 2026.
Alaska & Europe air savingsUp to $600 per person off airfare booked with the cruise for Europe and Alaska sailings departing May 3 to November 5, 2027; the flight must be booked more than 150 days ahead.Applied when you book; the price shown does not include it.Book by June 8, 2027.

Rates and offers are based on availability and are subject to change.

Fare and add-ons

As of Nov 11, 2026

Not included

Daily gratuities: $18.50 per guest per day

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Itinerary

Day 1May 17
Ravenna, Italy
Depart 5:00 PM
Embark
About Ravenna
Ravenna is the capital of its province, in Emilia-Romagna in northern Italy. In the fifth century it was the capital of the Western Roman Empire until that empire fell, and afterwards it passed to the Ostrogothic Kingdom and later to the Byzantine Exarchate of Ravenna.
Day 2May 18
Split, Croatia
Arrive 8:00 AMDepart 5:00 PM
About Split
Split is an ancient city founded on the Adriatic coast toward the end of the 3rd century. It is here that the emperor Diocletian built his walled castle on the slopes above the bay.
Day 3May 19
Bar, Montenegro
Arrive 7:00 AMDepart 5:00 PM
About Bar
Bar sits on the coast of Montenegro, a town and seaport in the country's Coastal region. It is the capital of Bar Municipality and works as a centre for tourism.
Day 4May 20
Dubrovnik, Croatia
Arrive 7:00 AMDepart 5:00 PM
About Dubrovnik
Founded in the 7th century, Dubrovnik rose to greatness as a merchant state, independent republic and cultural crossroads. The traffic-free Old Town has been called a Croatian Athens.
Day 5May 21
At sea
Day 6May 22
Sicily (Messina), Italy
Arrive 7:00 AMDepart 5:00 PM
Day 7May 23
Amalfi Coast (Salerno), Italy
Arrive 7:00 AMDepart 6:00 PM
About Amalfi Coast (Salerno)
The Amalfi Coast runs along the shore of Salerno province, in the Campania region in the south of Italy. Its water is the Tyrrhenian Sea, with the Gulf of Salerno beside it. The Sorrentine Peninsula lies to the north, and the Cilentan Coast begins to the south.
Day 8May 24
Rome (Civitavecchia), Italy
Arrive 5:00 AM
Disembark
About Rome (Civitavecchia)
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.

Explorer of the Seas

Tonnage: 137,308
Decks: 15
Length: 1,025

All Explorer of the Seas sailings

Deck plans

Staterooms

Per person, double occupancy

Interior
Interior (160–256 sq ft)
Our most budget-friendly option. Cozy and comfortable retreat after an adventure filled day
$792
Outside View
Outside View (161–328 sq ft)
Endless ocean views await from your very own in-stateroom window. Great for families with small children
$1,113
Balcony
Balcony (198–207 sq ft)
Crowd Fave: Our most popular option. Private balcony offering stunning ocean views
$2,006
Suite
Suite (277–547 sq ft)
Live the 'suite' life. Take luxury to the next level with added benefits and amenities
$2,768

Prices average per person, double occupancy. Taxes & fees included. Gratuities extra, about $18.50 per person per day (Optional and adjustable; may be prepaid.).

Dates and prices

7 nights, Italy & Croatia Cruise

On Explorer of the Seas

Same itinerary on other ships

Oct 30, 2027 – Nov 6, 2027Brilliance of the SeasFrom $846

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Questions about Italy & Croatia Cruise on Explorer of the Seas

How much does the Italy & Croatia Cruise cruise on Explorer of the Seas cost?

Fares start at $792 per person (Interior). Lowest current fare by cabin type: Interior $792, Outside View $1,113, Balcony $2,006 and Suite $2,768. Taxes & fees included. Gratuities extra, about $18.50 per person per day (Optional and adjustable; may be prepaid.).

Where does this cruise leave from and what does it visit?

Departs Ravenna and ends in Rome (Civitavecchia). Ports: Split, Bar, Dubrovnik, Sicily (Messina), Amalfi Coast (Salerno) and Rome (Civitavecchia).

What is included in the fare?

Taxes & fees included. Gratuities extra, about $18.50 per person per day (Optional and adjustable; may be prepaid.).

What is the cheapest date for this cruise?

This date is the lowest current fare for this itinerary: $792 per person, compared with 6 other dates.

How do I book this cruise?

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