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Whether you fancy an island-hopping adventure in sun-soaked Greece, strolling along Dubrovnik’s ancient walls or voyaging back in time through Italy, nothing beats a summer spent sailing the glittering Mediterranean. In the summer months, Norwegian Cruise Line’s (NCL’s) sophisticated ships are based in Europe, offering more than 160 itineraries and dropping anchor in more than 150 sun-kissed destinations. You have the freedom to explore as you like, only needing to unpack once, as you visit multiple locations and soak up a continent of culture. With few or no sea days, you get to spend more time onshore, sometimes visiting two places in one day or even staying overnight, so you can head out and delight in those long summer evenings. At more than 70 destinations, you can experience NCL’s authentic Go Local experiences, whether that’s savouring fine wines a stone’s throw from the birthplace of Apollo or learning about turtle rehabilitation.

Whether it’s Greece, Slovenia or Croatia, there’s no better time to enjoy Europe’s rich waterways – and check out this year’s cool upgrades, perfect for couples and families alike

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Holidays are all about freedom, and guests who upgrade to Free at Sea understand this better than most. Enhance your cruising experience from just £149 per person (on a six- to eight-day sailing) and you can enjoy your cruise in style, with unlimited cocktails and premium spirits and access to exclusive speciality restaurants included. You’ll receive a $50 discount per port shore excursion, per stateroom, with with internet included, so when you’re savouring the finest French cuisine, a signature cocktail on board or documenting that you walked in the footsteps of emperors, you can share it directly with those back home. The whole family can join, too, with the third and fourth guests in your stateroom paying only the applicable taxes (on select sailings).

Set sail on the stylish Norwegian Jade on a seven-day round trip from Athens to Santorini, Mykonos and Rhodes, or join the ship for 11 days for Greek islands and adventures in Turkey and Israel. From the cultural riches of Jerusalem to the melting mango sunsets of Santorini, every stop on these immersive itineraries is breathtaking. A Go Local experience in Santorini offers the chance to witness how island craftsmen make classical instruments by hand in the traditional town of Pyrgos. And in mesmerising Mykonos, a scenic tour takes you past pristine bays, blue-domed churches and vibrant bars where the ouzo flows freely.

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Start your adventure in the storied streets of Rome, then climb aboard the majestic Norwegian Breakaway for an unforgettable voyage through the Mediterranean’s most beguiling sites. Choose between a variety of nine-day, ten-day, 11-day and 16-day itineraries, where each day centres on a new dazzling shore. Visit the Unesco-listed birthplace of goddess Artemis and god Apollo on the sun-splashed island of Delos, with the ruins of the seventh-century Avenue of Lions taking centre stage. Or, in the shadows of Mount Olympus, indulge in a wine tour and tasting after marvelling at the site of the very first Olympics.

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One of NCL’s most awarded ships, Norwegian Epic glides through the waters, seeking out the most glamorous of Mediterranean sites. Choose from a range of five- to nine-day cruises, threading together the vibrant markets of Barcelona, the bohemian vibes of Ibiza and the glamour of Cannes and historic Naples. Dive into birdwatching and relish an organic wine-tasting at Tuscany’s serene Massaciuccoli Lake, and indulge in a traditional folded pizza against the backdrop of Naples’ cobbled streets and coloured houses. In Sicily, embark on a tour of the village of Savoca, the setting for several scenes from The Godfather. With cerulean skies, calm waters and long days of adventure ahead, summer is the best time to explore the rich diversity of Europe. With NCL, you’ll enjoy accessible cruising packages, more time onshore and authentic experiences, offering you complete freedom at sea.

Norwegian Gem sets sail from Venice and Athens on a variety of nine to 11-day cruises, combining the incredible beauty of Croatia, Slovenia and Montenegro along the way. Whether exploring Roman grandeur in Split or cruising the Venetian canals, you’ll experience the best of these sparkling shores. In Athens, get first-hand conservation experience at the Sea Turtle Rescue Centre, meeting the injured loggerheads up close. Then in Dubrovnik Old Town, your chance for battle arrives with an exploration of King’s Landing, the famous fictitious capital in Game of Thrones.