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Turkey · Ships call at Istanbul, Turkey
Cool and wetter
Istanbul in November brings cooler conditions, with highs around 60°F, so pack layers alongside your warm-weather gear. Rain is uncommon, with only about 3 rainy days expected across the month, ideal for beach days and shore excursions. Cool and wetter.
Crowds are moderate in November, making it a good balance between availability and weather. Dress in layers: a waterproof shell over a mid-layer handles the range between cool mornings and afternoon port temps.
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Sailings that are at sea during November, with the date each one leaves port.
Lisbon To Athens (Piraeus)
Silversea Cruises
Sails Sep 18, 2026
Islands & Bays of Italy, Croatia & Greece
Fred Olsen Cruises
Sails Sep 30, 2026
Islands & Cities of the Mediterranean
Fred Olsen Cruises
Sails Sep 30, 2026
Exploration of the Mediterranean
Fred Olsen Cruises
Sails Sep 30, 2026
Italy with the Adriatic, Greece & Turkey
Fred Olsen Cruises
Sails Oct 8, 2026
Legendary Ultimate Mediterranean & Atlantic Passage
HAL Cruises
Sails Oct 8, 2026
Ships use Galataport in Karaköy, on the European side, across the Golden Horn from the old city. Istanbul Airport is about 45 minutes to over an hour away by car, and the T1 tram to Sultanahmet stops across the road from the terminal.
The average high temperature in Istanbul during November is 60°F, with a low of 52°F.
Istanbul typically sees 3 days of rain in November. Cool and wetter.
For a November cruise to Istanbul, you should pack warm layers, a waterproof jacket, and thermal wear.