MS Oosterdam itinerary map for September 12, 2026
MS Oosterdam

11 Night Around Italys Boot: Venice Overnight on Holland America MS Oosterdam

September 12, 2026

MS Oosterdam September 12, 2026

The MS Oosterdam September 12, 2026 cruise departs from Barcelona, Spain. On this 11 Night Around Italys Boot: Venice Overnight (Barcelona To Trieste) sailing, the MS Oosterdam will visit a total of 11 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The ship sets sail on Saturday, Sep 12th and returns on Wednesday, Sep 23rd, 2026.

Cruise Length
11
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Barcelona
Spain
Port Stops
11
Sea Days
0

Cruise Price

MS Oosterdam · September 12, 2026

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Cruise Itinerary Map

MS Oosterdam · September 12, 2026

The MS Oosterdam sails on September 12, 2026 for a 11 Night Around Italys Boot: Venice Overnight (Barcelona To Trieste). The ship will depart the port of Barcelona, Spain at 4:00 PM and will return to the port of Trieste, Italy on Sep 23rd at N/A. During the 12-day journey, the MS Oosterdam will visit 10 additional ports and will spend 0 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

11 Night Around Italys Boot: Venice Overnight (Barcelona To Trieste)

  • SEP12
    Barcelona, Spain
    Barcelona, Spain
    A: — - D: 4:00 PM
  • SEP13
    Marseille (Provence), France
    Marseille (Provence), France
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • SEP14
    Livorno, Florence, Italy
    Livorno, Florence, Italy
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 8:00 PM
  • SEP15
    Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy
    Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 7:00 PM
  • SEP16
    Naples, Italy
    Naples, Italy
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • SEP12
    Cruise Strait Of Messina
    Cruise Strait Of Messina
    A: — - D: —
  • SEP18
    Corfu, Greece
    Corfu, Greece
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • SEP19
    Dubrovnik, Croatia
    Dubrovnik, Croatia
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 9:00 PM
  • SEP20
    Kotor, Montenegro
    Kotor, Montenegro
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 3:00 PM
  • SEP21
    Zadar, Croatia
    Zadar, Croatia
    A: 10:00 AM - D: 7:00 PM
  • SEP22
    Trieste, Italy
    Trieste, Italy
    A: 7:00 AM - D: —
  • SEP12
    Trieste, Italy
    Trieste, Italy
    A: — - D: —
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Cruise Ports

September 12, 2026 · 11 Night Around Italys Boot: Venice Overnight (Barcelona To Trieste)

Barcelona, Spain
Day 1Saturday, Sep 12

Barcelona, Spain

Arrival:Departure: 4:00 PM

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.

Marseille (Provence), France
Day 2Sunday, Sep 13

Marseille (Provence), France

Arrival: 7:00 AMDeparture: 4:00 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.

Livorno, Florence, Italy
Day 3Monday, Sep 14

Livorno, Florence, Italy

Arrival: 8:00 AMDeparture: 8:00 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.

Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy
Day 4Tuesday, Sep 15

Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy

Arrival: 7:00 AMDeparture: 7:00 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.

Naples, Italy
Day 5Wednesday, Sep 16

Naples, Italy

Arrival: 8:00 AMDeparture: 6:00 PM

Naples, Italy, offers docking at Naples Port. Travelers explore Pompeii ruins and Royal Palace. Excursions visit Capri’s Blue Grotto. Local markets sell margherita pizza. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures ancient ruins and Tyrrhenian vistas. Dining onboard includes spaghetti alle vongole, an Italian favorite. Souvenirs, like cameo crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Roman history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Naples’ cultural charm offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of archaeological sites and scenic islands, making Naples an engaging destination for exploration.

Cruise Strait Of Messina
Day 6Saturday, Sep 12

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.

Corfu, Greece
Day 7Friday, Sep 18

Corfu, Greece

Arrival: 8:00 AMDeparture: 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.

Dubrovnik, Croatia
Day 8Saturday, Sep 19

Dubrovnik, Croatia

Arrival: 8:00 AMDeparture: 9:00 PM

Dubrovnik, Croatia, offers docking at Gruž Port. Travelers explore Old Town walls and Lokrum Island. Excursions include kayaking along Adriatic shores. Local markets sell travarica. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures medieval ramparts and Adriatic vistas. Dining onboard includes pašticada, a Croatian favorite. Souvenirs, like lace crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Dalmatian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while sturdy shoes enhance wall walks. Dubrovnik’s historic charm offers a vibrant Croatian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of UNESCO landmarks and scenic coasts, making Dubrovnik an engaging destination for exploration.

Kotor, Montenegro
Day 9Sunday, Sep 20

Kotor, Montenegro

Arrival: 8:00 AMDeparture: 3:00 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.

Zadar, Croatia
Day 10Monday, Sep 21

Zadar, Croatia

Arrival: 10:00 AMDeparture: 7:00 PM

Zadar, Croatia, offers docking at Zadar Port. Travelers explore Sea Organ and St. Donatus Church. Excursions visit Plitvice Lakes. Local markets sell maraschino liqueur. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures acoustic art and Adriatic vistas. Dining onboard includes pašticada, a Croatian favorite. Souvenirs, like lace crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Dalmatian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while sturdy shoes enhance lake hikes. Zadar’s coastal charm offers a vibrant Croatian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of unique installations and scenic lakes, making Zadar an engaging destination for exploring Croatia’s Adriatic coast.

Trieste, Italy
Day 11Tuesday, Sep 22

Trieste, Italy

Arrival: 7:00 AMDeparture:

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.

Trieste, Italy
Day 12Saturday, Sep 12

Trieste, Italy

Arrival:Departure:

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.

Weather Forecast

MS Oosterdam - September 12, 2026 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Barcelona, Spain

September

Typical Weather

95°F

Average High

46°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.08in

Daily average

2.3 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
73 / 100
safer than 73% of all cruises
73
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.
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
Livorno, Florence, Italy
Livorno
Travelers should remain vigilant against pickpocketing and bag snatching in crowded areas while enjoying the attractions in Livorno and Florence.
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.
6
/ 10
Naples, Italy
Naples
Travelers in Naples should stay vigilant against petty crime and be cautious of traffic while exploring the city.
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.
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.
8
/ 10
Dubrovnik, Croatia
Dubrovnik
Dubrovnik has a low crime rate and visible police presence, but travelers should stay vigilant against pickpocketing in crowded areas.
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.
8
/ 10
Zadar, Croatia
Zadar
Zadar is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates, but travelers should remain vigilant against petty theft in crowded areas.
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.

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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Itinerary FAQ

How many nights is the MS Oosterdam sailing on September 12, 2026?

This is a 11-night cruise itinerary departing from Barcelona, Spain.

What ports does the MS Oosterdam visit on the September 12, 2026 cruise?

This route includes barcelona-spain, marseille-france, livorno-florence-italy, rome-italy, naples-italy, cruise-strait-of-messina, corfu-greece, dubrovnik-croatia, kotor-montenegro, zadar-croatia, trieste-italy.

How many sea days are included on this MS Oosterdam September 12, 2026 itinerary?

This itinerary includes 0 sea days.

Who is the cruise director for the MS Oosterdam sailing on September 12, 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