MS Oosterdam itinerary map for August 30, 2025 (11 nights)
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MS Oosterdam — August 30, 202511-Night Around Italys Boot: Cote Dazur on Holland America

This 11-night cruise aboard the MS Oosterdam departs from Trieste, Italy on Saturday, August 30, 2025 and returns on Wednesday, Sep 10th. August weather across this route averages 96°/61°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.4 out of 10, averaged across 11 ports. Inside cabins rose $320 on Aug 30.

Cruise Length
11
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Trieste
Italy
Port Stops
11
Sea Days
3

Cruise Price - MS Oosterdam August 30, 2025

MS Oosterdam · August 30, 2025

The graph below tracks historic price of the MS Oosterdam cruise ship departing August 30, 2025. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,224 ($112 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,140 ($104 per night), this represents a recent increase of 7%.

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Inside
$1,224
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Oceanview
$1,274
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Balcony
$2,274
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Suite
$3,164

Price History – MS Oosterdam August 30, 2025

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August 30, 2025
$1,224
7% vs avg: $1,140

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Cruise Itinerary Map - 11 Night Around Italys Boot: Cote Dazur (Trieste To Barcelona)

MS Oosterdam · August 30, 2025

The MS Oosterdam sails on August 30, 2025 for a 11 Night Around Italys Boot: Cote Dazur (Trieste To Barcelona). The ship will depart the port of Trieste, Italy at 5:00 PM and will return to the port of Barcelona, Spain on Sep 10th at 7:00 AM. During the 14-day journey, the MS Oosterdam will visit 10 additional ports and will spend 3 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

11 Night Around Italys Boot: Cote Dazur (Trieste To Barcelona)

  • AUG30
    Trieste, Italy
    Trieste, Italy
    A: — - D: 5:00 PM
  • AUG31
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • SEP01
    Kotor, Montenegro
    Kotor, Montenegro
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • SEP02
    Corfu, Greece
    Corfu, Greece
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 10:00 PM
  • SEP03
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • AUG30
    Cruise Strait Of Messina
    Cruise Strait Of Messina
    A: — - D: —
  • AUG30
    Cruise Stromboli Volcano
    Cruise Stromboli Volcano
    A: — - D: —
  • SEP04
    Messina, Sicily
    Messina, Sicily
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • SEP05
    Salerno (naples), Italy
    Salerno (naples), Italy
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • SEP06
    Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy
    Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 9:00 PM
  • SEP07
    Livorno, Florence, Italy
    Livorno, Florence, Italy
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 7:00 PM
  • SEP08
    Marseille (Provence), France
    Marseille (Provence), France
    A: 10:00 AM - D: 11:00 PM
  • SEP09
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • SEP10
    Barcelona, Spain
    Barcelona, Spain
    A: 7:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

August 30, 2025 · 11 Night Around Italys Boot: Cote Dazur (Trieste To Barcelona)

Trieste, Italy — Day 1 of MS Oosterdam August 30, 2025 cruise
Day 1•Saturday, Aug 30

Trieste, Italy

Arrival: —•Departure: 5:00 PM

Trieste, Italy, offers docking at Trieste Port. Travelers explore Piazza Unità d’Italia and Miramare Castle. Excursions visit Postojna Cave in Slovenia. Local markets sell gnocchi. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Habsburg architecture and Adriatic vistas. Dining onboard includes jota, a Triestine favorite. Souvenirs, like glass crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Austro-Hungarian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Trieste’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic plazas and scenic coasts, making Trieste an engaging destination for exploring Italy’s Adriatic hub.

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Day 2 at sea — MS Oosterdam August 30, 2025 itinerary
Day 2•Sunday, Aug 31

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the MS Oosterdam — featuring Canaletto, Club Hal, Explorers Lounge & Shore Excursions.

Kotor, Montenegro — Day 3 of MS Oosterdam August 30, 2025 cruise
Day 3•Monday, Sep 1

Kotor, Montenegro

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Kotor, Montenegro, offers docking at Kotor Port. Travelers explore Old Town walls and St. Tryphon Cathedral. Excursions include hiking Lovćen National Park. Local markets sell njeguški pršut. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures medieval alleys and Adriatic vistas. Dining onboard includes cicvara, a Montenegrin favorite. Souvenirs, like olive wood crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Illyrian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while sturdy shoes enhance fortress hikes. Kotor’s historic charm offers a vibrant Montenegrin stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of UNESCO landmarks and scenic bays, making Kotor an engaging destination.

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Corfu, Greece — Day 4 of MS Oosterdam August 30, 2025 cruise
Day 4•Tuesday, Sep 2

Corfu, Greece

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 10:00 PM

Corfu, Greece, offers docking at Corfu Port. Travelers explore Old Fortress and Achilleion Palace. Excursions include Paleokastritsa’s beaches. Local markets sell kumquat liqueur. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Venetian architecture and Ionian vistas. Dining onboard includes pastitsada, a Corfiot favorite. Souvenirs, like olive oil, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Ionian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while water shoes enhance beach exploration. Corfu’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Greek stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic fortresses and scenic beaches, making Corfu an engaging destination for exploring Greece’s Ionian Islands.

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Day 5 at sea — MS Oosterdam August 30, 2025 itinerary
Day 5•Wednesday, Sep 3

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the MS Oosterdam — featuring Canaletto, Club Hal, Explorers Lounge & Shore Excursions.

Cruise Strait Of Messina — Day 6 of MS Oosterdam August 30, 2025 cruise
Day 6•Saturday, Aug 30

Cruise Strait Of Messina

Arrival: —•Departure: —

The Strait of Messina, with no docking, sees ships sailing between Sicily and mainland Italy. Travelers observe swordfish leaping in narrow waters. Lectures onboard cover Greek mythology like Scylla and Charybdis. No facilities exist; provisions are ship-based. The peak season, May to September, faces strong currents. Photography captures Messina’s cliffs. Dining onboard includes arancini. Souvenirs, such as ceramic tiles, are sold in ship shops. Briefings discuss navigational challenges. Binoculars enhance coastal views. Light clothing suits the warm Mediterranean climate. The strait’s dramatic passage offers a scenic Mediterranean crossing.

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Cruise Stromboli Volcano — Day 6 of MS Oosterdam August 30, 2025 cruise
Day 6•Saturday, Aug 30

Cruise Stromboli Volcano

Arrival: —•Departure: —

Stromboli Volcano in Italy’s Aeolian Islands has no docking; ships anchor offshore with zodiacs to view active eruptions. Travelers observe glowing lava flows at night along Sciara del Fuoco. Lectures onboard cover the volcano’s geological history. No facilities are present; provisions come from the ship. The peak season, May to September, tracks eruption activity. Photography captures steaming vents and lava. Dining onboard includes caponata. Souvenirs, like volcano prints, are sold in ship shops. Briefings emphasize eruption safety. Binoculars enhance lava viewing. Light clothing suits the warm climate. Stromboli’s fiery displays offer a thrilling Mediterranean volcanic spectacle.

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Messina, Sicily — Day 6 of MS Oosterdam August 30, 2025 cruise
Day 6•Thursday, Sep 4

Messina, Sicily

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Messina, Sicily, offers docking at Messina Port. Travelers explore Messina Cathedral and Taormina’s Greek Theatre. Excursions visit Mount Etna. Local markets sell arancini. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures volcanic landscapes and Tyrrhenian vistas. Dining onboard includes pasta alla norma, a Sicilian favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Norman history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while sturdy shoes enhance volcano hikes. Messina’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic volcanoes, making Messina an engaging destination for exploration.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Salerno (naples), Italy — Day 7 of MS Oosterdam August 30, 2025 cruise
Day 7•Friday, Sep 5

Salerno (naples), Italy

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Salerno (Naples), Italy, offers docking at Salerno Port with excursions to Naples. Travelers explore Pompeii’s ruins and Amalfi Coast villages. Excursions visit Capri’s Blue Grotto. Local markets sell limoncello. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures ancient ruins and Tyrrhenian vistas. Dining onboard includes pizza margherita, a Neapolitan favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Roman history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance ruin walks. Salerno’s historic allure offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of archaeological sites and coastal beauty, making Salerno an engaging gateway to Naples.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy — Day 8 of MS Oosterdam August 30, 2025 cruise
Day 8•Saturday, Sep 6

Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 9:00 PM

Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy, offers docking at Civitavecchia Port with excursions to Rome. Travelers explore Colosseum and Pantheon. Excursions visit Vatican City’s Sistine Chapel. Local markets sell gelato. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for city tours. Photography captures ancient ruins and Tyrrhenian vistas. Dining onboard includes carbonara, an Italian favorite. Souvenirs, like Murano glass, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Roman history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Civitavecchia’s cultural gateway offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ancient landmarks and scenic coasts, making Civitavecchia an engaging destination.

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Livorno, Florence, Italy — Day 9 of MS Oosterdam August 30, 2025 cruise
Day 9•Sunday, Sep 7

Livorno, Florence, Italy

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 7:00 PM

Livorno, Florence, Italy, offers docking at Livorno Port with excursions to Florence. Travelers explore Florence’s Duomo and Uffizi Gallery. Excursions visit Pisa’s Leaning Tower. Local markets sell ribollita. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for city tours. Photography captures Renaissance art and Tuscan vistas. Dining onboard includes bistecca alla fiorentina, an Italian favorite. Souvenirs, like leather crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Medici history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Livorno’s cultural gateway offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic art and scenic hills, making Livorno an engaging destination.

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Marseille (Provence), France — Day 10 of MS Oosterdam August 30, 2025 cruise
Day 10•Monday, Sep 8

Marseille (Provence), France

Arrival: 10:00 AM•Departure: 11:00 PM

Marseille (Provence), France, offers docking at Marseille Port. Travelers explore Notre-Dame de la Garde and Vieux-Port. Excursions visit Aix-en-Provence’s lavender fields. Local markets sell bouillabaisse. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures basilicas and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes ratatouille, a French favorite. Souvenirs, like lavender crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Provençal history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Marseille’s cultural charm offers a vibrant French stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic ports and scenic fields, making Marseille an engaging destination for exploration.

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Day 11 at sea — MS Oosterdam August 30, 2025 itinerary
Day 11•Tuesday, Sep 9

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the MS Oosterdam — featuring Canaletto, Club Hal, Explorers Lounge & Shore Excursions.

Barcelona, Spain — Day 12 of MS Oosterdam August 30, 2025 cruise
Day 12•Wednesday, Sep 10

Barcelona, Spain

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: —

Barcelona, Spain, offers docking at Barcelona Port. Travelers explore Sagrada Familia and Park Güell. Excursions visit Montserrat Monastery. Local markets sell paella. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for city tours. Photography captures Gaudí architecture and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes tapas, a Spanish favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Catalan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Barcelona’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of modernist landmarks and scenic coasts, making Barcelona an engaging destination for exploring Spain’s Catalan region.

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Weather Forecast

MS Oosterdam - August 30, 2025 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Trieste, Italy

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August

Typical Weather

94°F

Average High

53°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.10in

Daily average

3.1 in monthly total

Shore Excursions

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Itinerary Safety Score

Based on comprehensive research of cruise port safety information, including recent crime reports, travel advisories, Global Peace Index rankings, and specific port security concerns, we've created a "safety score" for each cruise port stop. The overall rating below represents a combined score for your specific cruise itinerary.

Itinerary Safety Rank
74 / 100
safer than 74% of all cruises
74
8
/ 10
Trieste, Italy
Trieste
Trieste is generally safe for travelers, but vigilance against petty theft is advised in busy areas and caution is recommended after dark.
8
/ 10
Kotor, Montenegro
Kotor
Kotor is generally safe for tourists, but visitors should remain vigilant against petty theft in crowded areas and secure their belongings.
7
/ 10
Corfu, Greece
Corfu
Travelers to Corfu should remain vigilant in crowded areas to prevent pickpocketing and scams while enjoying the island's attractions.
10
/ 10
Cruise Strait Of Messina
Strait Of Messina
Travelers can enjoy stunning views in the safe environment of the Strait of Messina while remaining on their cruise ship.
10
/ 10
Cruise Stromboli Volcano
Stromboli Volcan
Travelers can safely enjoy breathtaking views of Stromboli Volcano from their cruise ship, with security measures ensuring passenger safety.
7
/ 10
Messina, Sicily
Messina
Travelers in Messina should stay vigilant against petty theft and pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas like the port and markets.
7
/ 10
Salerno (naples), Italy
Salerno
Travelers in Salerno should remain vigilant against petty theft and pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas and certain neighborhoods.
7
/ 10
Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy
Civitavecchia
Civitavecchia is generally safe, but travelers should remain vigilant against petty theft and scams in crowded areas and near attractions.
7
/ 10
Livorno, Florence, Italy
Livorno
Travelers should remain vigilant against pickpocketing and bag snatching in crowded areas while enjoying the attractions in Livorno and Florence.
6
/ 10
Marseille (Provence), France
Marseille
Travelers in Marseille should stay vigilant in certain neighborhoods due to higher crime rates and secure their belongings in crowded areas.
7
/ 10
Barcelona, Spain
Barcelona
Travelers should stay vigilant against pickpocketing in crowded areas and secure their belongings to ensure safety while enjoying the city.

Cruise Ship

MS Oosterdam

⚓ Tonnage

82,305

vs avg 84,029

🛠️ Year Built

2,003

vs avg 2,008

📏 Length (ft)

951

vs avg 922

👥 Passenger Count

1,964

vs avg 2,157

The MS Oosterdam has a construction date of 2003 and a total size of 82,305 gross tons. The ship measures 951 feet in length. MS Oosterdam is included in Holland America’s Vista Class class. At full capacity, the MS Oosterdam holds 1,964 passengers. That includes 1,152 cruise vacationers and 812 staff members. The MS Oosterdam total number of staterooms is 982.

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MS Oosterdam August 30, 2025 FAQ

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What's the weather like on the MS Oosterdam August 30, 2025 route?▾

Across the ports visited on this 11-night route, August averages 96°F highs and 61°F lows. See the per-port weather forecast section above for daily detail.

How safe is the August 30, 2025 MS Oosterdam itinerary?▾

This itinerary scores 7.4 out of 10 on the Gangwaze Itinerary Safety Score, averaged across 11 ports. We weight current travel advisories, recent crime data, and Global Peace Index signals — see the Safety Score section above for the full per-port breakdown.

When does the MS Oosterdam sail and return on this itinerary?▾

The MS Oosterdam departs Trieste, Italy on Saturday, August 30, 2025 at 5:00 PM and returns on Wednesday, Sep 10th, 2025 at 7:00 AM. Total duration: 11 nights.

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