Oct 20th - Oct 31st
Holland America Cruise Line
from Piraeus (Athens), Greece
The October 20, 2024 cruise on the MS Oosterdam departs from Piraeus (Athens), Greece. On this 11 Night Mediterranean Romance (Athens To Barcelona) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 14 different cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The MS Oosterdam sets sail on Sunday, Oct 20th and returns on Thursday, Oct 31st.
MS Oosterdam - October 20, 2024 - 11 Nights
Day | Date | Port |
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1 | Oct 20th | Piraeus (Athens), Greece |
2 | Oct 21st | Katakolon (Olympia), Greece |
3 | Oct 22nd | Sarande, Albania |
4 | Oct 23rd | At Sea |
5 | Oct 24th | Valletta, Malta |
6 | Oct 20th | Cruise Strait Of Messina |
6 | Oct 20th | Cruise Stromboli Volcano |
6 | Oct 25th | Taormina, Sicily |
7 | Oct 26th | Naples, Italy |
8 | Oct 27th | Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy |
9 | Oct 28th | Ajaccio, Corsica |
10 | Oct 29th | Marseille (Provence), France |
11 | Oct 30th | At Sea |
12 | Oct 31st | Barcelona, Spain |
Holland America Cruise Line
The MS Oosterdam was built in 2003 and is amoung Holland America's 22 ships in it's fleet. The MS Oosterdam is included in the cruise line's Vista Class class. In the cruise ship stats below you'll find the MS Oosterdam vs all other Holland America ships.
Piraeus is the seaport for Athens, the capital of western civilization, which boasts a fantastic mix of classical ruins and vivacious modern life. In a single day, you can climb the hill of the Acropolis to wonder at the Parthenon, join the lively Athenians in Constitution Square, and then find a welcoming taverna for some spirited bizouki music, plenty of ouzo to drink, and with luck, energetic Greek dancing.
Katakolon is your gateway to Olympia, where the ancient Greeks flocked every four years for more than a millennium to celebrate the sacred games dedicated to Zeus. Visit the ruins of the Sanctuary, with its athletic quadrangles, stadium-temples and treasuries; then browse in the modern Archaeological Museum, a treasure house of Archaic, Classical and Roman sculptures, including the famous Niki "Winged Victory."
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Located in the middle of the Mediterranean, Malta's coastline features many harbors, bays, sandy beaches and rocky coves. After a leisurely stroll through the Barracca Gardens you'll be awarded with a spectacular view of the harbor of Valetta.
With the smoking cone of Mt. Etna as a backdrop, the chic resort of Taormina, is absolutely stunning. The town's ancient Greek theater is a wonder. Built in the third century B.C., with apparently perfect acoustics, it is still used today for open-air concerts. Spend some leisurely time along the Corso Umberto, where there are many interesting places to shop and dine.
One of the most spectacular bays in the world lies in the shadow of Mt. Vesuvius. Visit the San Carlo Opera House and the cathedral of San Janarious, or tour the ancient ruins in the Roman cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum.
Civitavecchia is just moments from Rome, Italy's Eternal City. One of the most geographically perfect ports in the world, Civitavecchia boasts a number of compelling area attractions. Stroll through the streets of the medieval town of Tarquinia. View the resplendent Madonnina at the Resort of Pantano.
Renowned as the birthplace of Napolean Bonaparte, Ajaccio is bursting with history and cultural diversity. The Greeks were the first to discover the unique beauty of the island early in the 6th century BC, calling it "Kalliste", or "the beautiful". Climbing through the foothills and the mountains, you'll be surrounded by the greenery covering the mountainside. The local term for this lush plant life is "maquis."
The most populated city in France after Paris, Marseille has all the sights and sounds of a Mediterranean melting pot, which it has been ever since the Phocaean Greeks invaded around 600 B.C. Its industrial docks rub shoulders with the picturesque old harbor, the Vieux Port, founded by the Greeks 2,600 years ago. Packed with colorful fishing boats and yachts, the Vieux Port is the heart of Marseille.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Barcelona is the cultural heartland of Spain, yet its first language is Catalan, the native tongue of the proudly independent Catalonia region. Stroll down the shady, tree-lined Ramblas between street musicians and elegant bistros. Then perhaps visit the venerable Gothic cathedral, Picasso Museum or enjoy the architectural genius of Antonio Gaudi's Church of the Holy Family.