Star Legend 24 Night Cruise From Istanbul - May 2, 2026

24 Night Star Collector: Grecian Gems and Spanish Charms


24 Night one way cruise departs from Istanbul on Saturday May 2, 2026. The 24 day cruise ends with the arrival of Star Legend in Lisbon on Tuesday May 26, 2026. The Memorial Day holiday (May 25, 2026) is during the cruise.



Ports of Call

May 4, 2026
Mykonos, Greece photo

Mykonos, Greece

This popular resort island is close to the mid-point between Greece and Turkey. Lots to offer for history buffs and fans of sun and fun.

May 7, 2026
Santorini, Greece photo

Santorini, Greece

The cruise port for the Greek island of Santorini is at the bottom of a cliff adjacent to the town of Fira (aka Thira). You can get up to town via cable car, donkey ride or 600 steps.

May 10, 2026
Piraeus, Greece photo

Piraeus, Greece

Piraeus is a Greek port city and part of the Athens metropolitan area. The Hellenic Naval Academy is located adjacent to the Piraeus cruise terminal.

May 12, 2026
Corfu, Greece photo

Corfu, Greece

Corfu is an island off the northwest coast of Greece. The cruise terminal for the island is in Corfu Town on the east side of the island.

May 13, 2026
Argostoli, Greece photo

Argostoli, Greece

Argostoli is a port town on the island of Kefalonia (aka Cephalonia), one of the Ionian Islands off the west coast of Greece. The Cruise Ship Terminal Argostoli is a one-ship-at-a-time pier that extends about 700 feet into the harbor.

May 20, 2026
Cartagena, Spain photo

Cartagena, Spain

Cartagena is a Mediterranean port city on the southeast coast of Spain. This city was founded around 220 B.C. and you'll find numerous interesting structures remaining from the days of the Roman empire.

May 21, 2026
Malaga, Spain photo

Malaga, Spain

Malaga is a popular beach tourist destination on Spain's Costa del Sol. In addition to beaches, the city has a deep water port with cruise facilities allowing multiple ships to visit at the same time.


Departure Port: Galataport Cruise Terminal

Directions: Google Maps - Apple Maps

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