Getting ashore
Katakolon is usually a dock stop.
Most ships dock at Katakolon, which usually makes the day simpler: walk off the ship, meet your tour, and get back on board without tender queues.
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Katakolon Cruise Port
Katakolon is a solid port day with regular dockside arrivals and moderate cruise traffic throughout the year, but concentrated in May, June, July, September, and October.
Usually docks
Moderate traffic
~9h typical visit
Mid-size ships
What to expect in Katakolon
How much time will you have?
About 9h is typical
Most cruises spend 8h to 9h in Katakolon, which makes it a solid port day compared with many stops.
How busy does Katakolon get?
Some dates are noticeably busier than others.
Multiple ships are in port on roughly 20% of days, so the exact date can change the port experience considerably.
- Typical day: ~3,300 passengers
- Busy day: 13,100+ passengers
- Multiple ships on 20% of days
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Where Katakolon fits into a cruise
Katakolon is most commonly visited on Greek Isles itineraries, often alongside Piraeus (Athens) and Trieste .
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When to cruise to Katakolon
Cruises visit year-round, with the busiest season from May, June, July, September, and October.
Cruises visit year-round, with the busiest season from May, June, July, September, and October.
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Who sails here?
Ships visiting Katakolon typically carry around 2,550 guests, with MSC Orchestra, MSC Fantasia, and Norwegian Gem calling most often.
Most frequently visiting ships
- 1 MSC Orchestra 42 calls
- 2 MSC Fantasia 28 calls
- 3 Norwegian Gem 20 calls
- 4 Enchanted Princess 19 calls
- 5 MSC Lirica 17 calls
- 6 MSC Sinfonia 16 calls
Next port calls
Sep 16 MSC Sinfonia
Sep 17 MSC Fantasia · Carnival Legend
Sep 20 Celebrity Equinox
Sep 21 Oceania Nautica
Sep 22 Enchanted Princess · Azura
Cruises that visit Katakolon
Once the port-day tradeoffs look right for you, here are some good sailings that feature Katakolon.
Norwegian Viva
Istanbul → Kusadasi → Split → Ravenna
Sep 26 · 9 nights
Visits Katakolon on day 5
Good value
$1,569 inside · $174/night
22% below typical · 6-month low
Oceania Sirena
Istanbul → Mytilene → Positano → Civitavecchia (Rome)
Jul 9 · 10 nights
Visits Katakolon on day 8
Exceptional value
$2,625 oceanview · $263/night
30% below typical · 6-month low
Norwegian Pearl
Ravenna → Dubrovnik → Santorini → Piraeus (Athens)
Sep 20 · 7 nights
Visits Katakolon on day 5
Good value
$1,069 inside · $153/night
25% below typical · 3-month low
Oceania Sirena
Istanbul → Mytilene → Ravenna → Fusina (Venice)
Jul 28 · 10 nights
Visits Katakolon on day 5
About average
$2,399 inside · $240/night
Queen Victoria
Istanbul → Dardanelles → Strait of Messina → Civitavecchia (Rome)
Sep 28 · 7 nights
Visits Katakolon on day 5
Good value
$1,031 inside · $147/night
18% below typical · 6-month low
Carnival Legend
Civitavecchia (Rome) → Kusadasi → Napoli → Civitavecchia (Rome)
Sep 20 · 12 nights
Visits Katakolon on day 10
Good value
$1,089 inside · $91/night
11% below typical · 3-month lowCruise routes that include Katakolon
These route families show how cruise lines usually package Katakolon, so you can compare the whole trip instead of judging this stop by itself.
Adriatic Sea Circuit via Kotor, Mykonos & Split
From $1,569
$1,569
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1 upcoming sailing
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1 ship
1 upcoming sailing
1 ship
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Greek Isles One-Way via Mytilene, Kavála & Giardini Naxos
From $2,250
$2,250
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1 upcoming sailing
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1 ship
1 upcoming sailing
1 ship
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Greek Isles One-Way via Kotor, Santorini & Dubrovnik
From $1,069
$1,069
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13 upcoming sailings
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3 ships
13 upcoming sailings
3 ships
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Adriatic Sea Circuit via Mytilene, Kusadasi & Durrës
From $2,399
$2,399
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1 upcoming sailing
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1 ship
1 upcoming sailing
1 ship
View itinerary →
Greek Isles One-Way via Dardanelles, Piraeus & Strait of Messina
From $1,031
$1,031
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1 upcoming sailing
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1 ship
1 upcoming sailing
1 ship
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Greek Isles Loop via Kusadasi, Kavála & Napoli
From $1,063
$1,063
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2 upcoming sailings
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1 ship
2 upcoming sailings
1 ship
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FAQ about cruises visiting Katakolon
Short answers for common search intent around the best time to visit, itinerary patterns, and how to compare cruises that include Katakolon.
What is the best time to visit Katakolon on a cruise?
The best time to visit Katakolon depends on both schedule density and live pricing. Use the calendar above to compare exact port-call dates and the featured cruises section to see which sailings currently stand out.
When is Katakolon busiest for cruise traffic?
Traffic patterns are still building as more schedules get indexed. Jibhop will surface the busiest months as upcoming port-call coverage expands.
Which cruise itineraries usually include Katakolon?
Common upcoming itinerary families that include Katakolon include Adriatic Sea Circuit via Kotor, Mykonos & Split, Greek Isles One-Way via Mytilene, Kavála & Giardini Naxos, and Greek Isles One-Way via Kotor, Santorini & Dubrovnik. Open any itinerary card to compare route mix, next departures, and which sailings look strongest on price.
How should I compare cruises that visit Katakolon?
Start with the best cruises section to see today's strongest pricing signals, then use the port-call calendar to find the exact visit dates that fit your trip. Once you narrow the timing, compare itineraries and ships rather than choosing on this stop alone.
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