What ports does the MS Oosterdam visit on July 5th, 2026?

This itinerary visits the following ports: 1. Piraeus (Athens), Greece, 2. Kotor, Montenegro, 3. Corfu, Greece, 4. Cruise Strait Of Messina, 5. Messina, Sicily, 6. Cruise Stromboli Volcano, 7. Palma De Mallorca, Balearic Islands, 8. Barcelona, Spain.

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7 Night Mediterranean Splendor: Corfu Sicily & Spain on Holland America MS Oosterdam

July 5, 2026

MS Oosterdam July 5, 2026

The MS Oosterdam July 5, 2026 cruise departs from Piraeus (Athens), Greece. On this 7 Night Mediterranean Splendor: Corfu Sicily & Spain (Athens To Barcelona) sailing, the MS Oosterdam will visit a total of 8 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The ship sets sail on Sunday, Jul 5th and returns on Sunday, Jul 12th, 2026.

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Piraeus

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MS Oosterdam · July 5, 2026

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MS Oosterdam · July 5, 2026

The MS Oosterdam sails on July 5, 2026 for a 7 Night Mediterranean Splendor: Corfu Sicily & Spain (Athens To Barcelona). The ship will depart the port of Piraeus (Athens), Greece at 4:00 PM and will return to the port of Barcelona, Spain on Jul 12th at 7:00 AM. During the 11-day journey, the MS Oosterdam will visit 7 additional ports and will spend 2 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

7 Night Mediterranean Splendor: Corfu Sicily & Spain (Athens To Barcelona)

JUL05
Piraeus (Athens), Greece
A: — - D: 4:00 PM
JUL06
At Sea
A: — - D: —
JUL05
Kotor, Montenegro
A: — - D: —
JUL07
Kotor, Montenegro
A: 7:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
JUL08
Corfu, Greece
A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
JUL05
Cruise Strait Of Messina
A: — - D: —
JUL09
Messina, Sicily
A: 12:00 PM - D: 7:00 PM
JUL05
Cruise Stromboli Volcano
A: — - D: —
JUL10
At Sea
A: — - D: —
JUL11
Palma De Mallorca, Balearic Islands
A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
JUL12
Barcelona, Spain
A: 7:00 AM - D: —

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Cruise Ports

July 5, 2026 · 7 Night Mediterranean Splendor: Corfu Sicily & Spain (Athens To Barcelona)

Day 1•Sunday, Jul 5

Piraeus (Athens), Greece

Arrival: —•Departure: 4:00 PM

Piraeus (Athens), Greece, offers docking at Piraeus Port with excursions to Athens. Travelers explore Acropolis and Parthenon. Excursions visit Cape Sounion. Local markets sell souvlaki. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for city tours. Photography captures ancient ruins and Aegean vistas. Dining onboard includes moussaka, a Greek favorite. Souvenirs, like olive oil, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Hellenic history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Piraeus’ cultural gateway offers a vibrant Greek stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of iconic landmarks and scenic coasts, making Piraeus an engaging destination for exploration.

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Day 2•Monday, Jul 6

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Day 3•Sunday, Jul 5

Kotor, Montenegro

Arrival: —•Departure: —

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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Day 3•Tuesday, Jul 7

Kotor, Montenegro

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 PM

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Day 4•Wednesday, Jul 8

Corfu, Greece

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 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•Sunday, Jul 5

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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Day 5•Thursday, Jul 9

Messina, Sicily

Arrival: 12:00 PM•Departure: 7:00 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.

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Day 5•Sunday, Jul 5

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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Day 6•Friday, Jul 10

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Day 7•Saturday, Jul 11

Palma De Mallorca, Balearic Islands

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Palma de Mallorca, Balearic Islands, Spain, offers docking at Palma Port. Travelers explore La Seu Cathedral and Bellver Castle. Excursions visit Valldemossa’s monastery. Local markets sell ensaimada. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Gothic spires and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes sobrasada, a Mallorcan favorite. Souvenirs, like pearl crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Balearic history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Palma’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic coasts, making Palma an engaging destination for exploration.

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Day 8•Sunday, Jul 12

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 - July 5, 2026 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Piraeus (Athens), Greece

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July

Typical Weather

108°F

Average High

66°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.01in

Daily average

0.5 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

77 / 100

safer than 77% of all cruises

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Piraeus

Piraeus is generally safe for cruise travelers, but caution is advised at night and in crowded areas due to petty theft and potential disruptions.

/ 10

Kotor

Kotor is generally safe for tourists, but visitors should remain vigilant against petty theft in crowded areas and secure their belongings.

/ 10

Corfu

Travelers to Corfu should remain vigilant in crowded areas to prevent pickpocketing and scams while enjoying the island's attractions.

/ 10

Strait Of Messina

Travelers can enjoy stunning views in the safe environment of the Strait of Messina while remaining on their cruise ship.

/ 10

Messina

Travelers in Messina should stay vigilant against petty theft and pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas like the port and markets.

/ 10

Stromboli Volcan

Travelers can safely enjoy breathtaking views of Stromboli Volcano from their cruise ship, with security measures ensuring passenger safety.

/ 10

Palma De Mallorc

Palma de Mallorca is a safe cruise destination, but travelers should stay vigilant against pickpocketing in crowded areas.

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Barcelona

Travelers should stay vigilant against pickpocketing in crowded areas and secure their belongings to ensure safety while enjoying the city.

Cruise Ship

⚓ 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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Itinerary FAQ

How many nights is the MS Oosterdam sailing on July 5, 2026?

This is a 7-night cruise itinerary departing from Piraeus (Athens), Greece.

What ports does the MS Oosterdam visit on the July 5, 2026 cruise?

This route includes athens-greece, kotor-montenegro, corfu-greece, cruise-strait-of-messina, messina-sicily, cruise-stromboli-volcano, palma-de-mallorca-spain, barcelona-spain.

How many sea days are included on this MS Oosterdam July 5, 2026 itinerary?

This itinerary includes 2 sea days.

Who is the cruise director for the MS Oosterdam sailing on July 5, 2026?

Cruise director assignment data is not currently available for this sail date.

How is the itinerary safety score calculated for this cruise?

The itinerary safety score combines port-level safety indicators such as travel advisories, local risk signals, and historical context into a single overall score for this specific route.

Can I track price drops for this MS Oosterdam itinerary?

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Last Updated: Apr 3, 2026