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Ilma May 23-30 2028 Cruise & Offers

Istanbul to Athens (Piraeus)

Dates May 23-30 2028 Voyage 12280523 | 7 days Ship Ilma Cruise Line The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection

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Map of Ilma Voyage 12280523, Istanbul to Athens (Piraeus)
Official itinerary map for Ilma Voyage 12280523, Istanbul to Athens (Piraeus)

May 23–30, 2028 · Voyage 12280523 · Istanbul / Athens (Piraeus)

Ports & shore experiences

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May 23–24, 2028 Istanbul Turkey · Embarkation · Departs 7:00 PM · Overnight / extended stay · Docked

About Istanbul

Istanbul spans Europe and Asia across the Bosphorus, layering Byzantine, Ottoman and modern city life around a busy natural waterway. Sultanahmet brings together Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque and Topkapı Palace, while the Grand Bazaar, Galata lanes, waterfront neighborhoods and ferry crossings reveal a city shaped by trade, faith and migration.

Published schedule

  • May 23–24, 2028: Embarkation · Departs 7:00 PM · Overnight / extended stay · Docked

Shore Collection experiences

No voyage-and-port-specific Shore Collection experience list or activity level was published in the official data available for this call. Deluxe Cruises can help review confirmed options if they are published for this exact sailing.

May 25, 2028 Day at sea International waters · No port call

Sailing-day overview

These dates are published as sailing time with no port call. The official schedule does not publish arrival or departure times or promise a specific onboard activity program for these days.

Published schedule

  • Published sailing dates: May 25, 2028. No arrival or departure time is published.

Shore Collection experiences

No specific onboard activity, marina access, dining, wellness, or entertainment program is promised for these sailing dates. Deluxe Cruises can help review confirmed voyage information closer to departure.

May 26, 2028 Thessaloniki Greece · Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 7:00 PM · Docked

About Thessaloniki

Thessaloniki layers Roman, Byzantine, Ottoman and modern Greek history along a broad waterfront. The White Tower, archaeological sites, historic churches and lively markets provide several walkable themes, while the upper city offers wider views. Traffic, summer heat and opening hours should be balanced against the official arrival and departure schedule.

Published schedule

  • May 26, 2028: Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 7:00 PM · Docked

Shore Collection experiences

No voyage-and-port-specific Shore Collection experience list or activity level was published in the official data available for this call. Deluxe Cruises can help review confirmed options if they are published for this exact sailing.

May 27, 2028 Skiathos Greece · Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 7:00 PM · Anchored

About Skiathos

Skiathos combines a lively island harbor with pine-covered hills and many small beaches. The town’s lanes, waterfront cafes and hilltop viewpoints are easy focal points for a relaxed visit, while boats and road transfers reach quieter coves or historic monasteries. Summer traffic, tender timing and the yacht’s departure deserve careful allowance.

Published schedule

  • May 27, 2028: Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 7:00 PM · Anchored

Shore Collection experiences

No voyage-and-port-specific Shore Collection experience list or activity level was published in the official data available for this call. Deluxe Cruises can help review confirmed options if they are published for this exact sailing.

May 28, 2028 Mykonos Greece · Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 9:00 PM · Anchored

About Mykonos

Mykonos is a windswept Cycladic island recognized for whitewashed houses, blue-domed chapels and granite-edged coves. In Chora, narrow lanes wind between boutiques, cafés and traditional churches before reaching Little Venice and the hilltop windmills. Away from town, beaches, dry-stone landscapes and the nearby archaeological island of Delos broaden its cultural setting.

Published schedule

  • May 28, 2028: Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 9:00 PM · Anchored

Shore Collection experiences

No voyage-and-port-specific Shore Collection experience list or activity level was published in the official data available for this call. Deluxe Cruises can help review confirmed options if they are published for this exact sailing.

May 29, 2028 Amorgos Greece · Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 5:00 PM · Anchored

About Amorgos

Amorgos is a rugged Cycladic island of deep-blue coves, mountain paths and villages bright with whitewashed houses. Chora’s lanes gather beneath a Venetian castle, while the cliffside monastery of Hozoviotissa creates one of the Aegean’s most striking architectural scenes. Quiet beaches and traditional tavernas preserve an unhurried, strongly local atmosphere.

Published schedule

  • May 29, 2028: Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 5:00 PM · Anchored

Shore Collection experiences

No voyage-and-port-specific Shore Collection experience list or activity level was published in the official data available for this call. Deluxe Cruises can help review confirmed options if they are published for this exact sailing.

May 30, 2028 Athens (Piraeus) Greece · Disembarkation · Arrives 6:00 AM · Docked

About Athens (Piraeus)

Athens (Piraeus) introduces cruise visitors to the destination through its waterfront setting, local neighborhoods, regional food, architecture and surrounding landscape. A well-paced visit can focus on one or two principal areas while leaving time for an unhurried walk or meal. Review transfer distances, opening hours, weather and the ship’s schedule before finalizing independent plans ashore.

Published schedule

  • May 30, 2028: Disembarkation · Arrives 6:00 AM · Docked

Shore Collection experiences

No voyage-and-port-specific Shore Collection experience list or activity level was published in the official data available for this call. Deluxe Cruises can help review confirmed options if they are published for this exact sailing.

Shore Collection experiences are shown only when verified for this exact voyage and port call. No experience prices or external cruise-line booking links are displayed.

A closer look at this sailing

Istanbul to Athens (Piraeus) aboard Ilma

Ilma sails a 7-day Istanbul to Athens (Piraeus) voyage from 2028-05-23 to 2028-05-30.

Published itinerary order: Istanbul, Thessaloniki, Skiathos, Mykonos, Amorgos, Athens (Piraeus).

This sailing includes 1 sea day and official arrival, departure, docking, anchoring, and transit details shown above.

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Ilma | Voyage 12280523 | May 23-30 2028 | 7 days Istanbul to Athens (Piraeus)

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Ilma May 23-30 2028: is Voyage 12280523 right for you?

This 7-day voyage aboard Ilma sails Istanbul to Athens (Piraeus), with calls including Thessaloniki, Skiathos, Mykonos, and Amorgos and 1 published sea day. Voyage 12280523 matches the latest verified voyage-search dataset used by this website. Before reserving, ask Deluxe Cruises to compare accommodations, deck location, inclusions, current availability, and any family, medical, dietary, or accessibility arrangements for this exact departure.

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Why book Ilma Voyage 12280523 with Deluxe Cruises?

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What should travelers compare for Voyage 12280523?

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What are Ilma's verified headline statistics?
448Guests
224Suites
790 ft / 241 mLength
What clothes should I bring for this May itinerary?

Deluxe Cruises packing guidance for this May itinerary

  • Pack versatile layers suited to the route and season, including a light sweater and compact wind- and water-resistant outer layer.
  • Bring comfortable, supportive, non-slip walking shoes for piers, steps, cobbled streets, and longer touring days.
  • Add sun protection, a compact umbrella, and clothing that covers shoulders and knees where local religious or cultural sites require modest dress.

The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection dress guidance

  • Daytime dress is Yacht Casual, with shirts, shoes and swimsuit cover-ups required away from pool areas.
  • Indoor dinner venues use Yacht Sophisticated attire. Collared shirts are recommended but not required; caps, hats, shorts and flip-flops are not appropriate at dinner.
  • There are no formal nights. Swimsuits and sleeveless T-shirts are not evening dining attire.

Packing suggestions are Deluxe Cruises editorial guidance; the cruise line's final documents and the weather forecast control the last check.

What services and amenities are available aboard Ilma?
  • Published inclusions and facilities include all-suite accommodation with private terraces, a Suite Ambassador, multiple dining venues, selected beverages, gratuities, standard Starlink Wi-Fi, pools, lounges, The Ritz-Carlton Spa and a marina.
  • Marina watersports, dining venues, entertainment and shore access are yacht-, weather- and itinerary-specific.

Venues, hours, inclusions, equipment, and operating conditions can vary by ship and sailing. Deluxe Cruises will reconfirm the details for this departure.

What fitness, sports, or wellness facilities does Ilma have?
  • Fitness Studios publish cardio and strength equipment, free weights and Technogym equipment, with programming that may include yoga and Pilates.
  • Current spa and fitness material sets spa use at age 18 and older; guests age 16 and 17 may use the fitness center with a parent or authorized consent. Younger guests should not be promised access.

Class schedules, age rules, treatment access, operating hours, and equipment availability are confirmed for the exact ship and voyage.

What accommodation features and services can Ilma guests expect?
  • Every accommodation is a suite with an ocean-view private terrace and Suite Ambassador service.
  • Room layout, connecting capability, accessibility features, occupancy and higher-category privileges vary by yacht and suite category.
  • Smoking, vaping and e-cigarettes are prohibited inside suites and on every private terrace.

Review the exact room or suite number, category, deck position, layout, and benefits for Voyage 12280523 before reserving.

Can children and babies sail aboard Ilma?
  • The minimum age is six months on most voyages and one year when the itinerary has three or more consecutive days at sea. The line may limit the number of children under age three.
  • Guests under 18 must travel with an adult and meet consent-document requirements. Cots are limited and should be requested in advance.
  • Ritz Kids offers scheduled educational sessions; the currently reviewed page does not safely establish a universal age band. Babysitting is not available.
  • A guest cannot sail after entering the 24th week of pregnancy by the embarkation date; a medical certificate may be required.
  • The contract describes entry into the 24th week as 23 weeks plus one day. Reconfirm the exact calculation for the sailing before booking.

For Voyage 12280523: do not assume a supervised program, babysitting, crib, or child-specific service unless it is confirmed for this sailing.

How does Ilma handle special needs, medical arrangements, and accessibility?
  • Notify Special Services at booking, or as soon as a need becomes known, about mobility, hearing, oxygen, medical-equipment or other assistance requirements.
  • Portable oxygen tanks and concentrators require written notice at least 30 days before sailing. Accessible suites and device dimensions are yacht-specific.
  • Ports, tenders, gangways and destination infrastructure may restrict access; guests needing personal care must travel with a capable companion.
  • A trained physician is on call 24 hours a day and each yacht publishes a medical center.
  • Consultations, treatment and medication are charged. Guests should bring enough prescription medicine and dietary supplements for the trip; onboard care is not a full hospital substitute.

Important: access varies by accommodation, gangway, pier, tender, shore transport, and operating conditions. Document needs when requesting the booking and reconfirm them before travel.

What is the smoking policy aboard Ilma?
  • Cigarettes, electronic cigarettes, vaping devices and cigars are permitted only inside The Humidor.
  • Smoking is prohibited in all other interiors, every suite and private terrace, and all outdoor areas.

Designated locations and onboard rules can change. Follow the policy, posted signs, and crew instructions in force for the voyage.