MS Oosterdam itinerary map for September 23, 2026
MS Oosterdam

10 Night Adriatic Allure: Croatia Greek Isles & Istanbul on Holland America MS Oosterdam

September 23, 2026

MS Oosterdam September 23, 2026

The MS Oosterdam September 23, 2026 cruise departs from Trieste, Italy. On this 10 Night Adriatic Allure: Croatia Greek Isles & Istanbul (Trieste To Athens) sailing, the MS Oosterdam will visit a total of 9 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The ship sets sail on Wednesday, Sep 23rd and returns on Saturday, Oct 3rd, 2026.

Cruise Length
10
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Trieste
Italy
Port Stops
9
Sea Days
2
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MS Oosterdam · September 23, 2026

The graph below tracks historic price of the MS Oosterdam cruise ship departing September 23, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $2,094 ($210 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,999 ($200 per night), this represents a recent increase of 5%.

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MS Oosterdam · September 23, 2026

The MS Oosterdam sails on September 23, 2026 for a 10 Night Adriatic Allure: Croatia Greek Isles & Istanbul (Trieste To Athens). The ship will depart the port of Trieste, Italy at 5:00 PM and will return to the port of Piraeus (Athens), Greece on Oct 3rd at 7:00 AM. During the 12-day journey, the MS Oosterdam will visit 8 additional ports and will spend 2 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

10 Night Adriatic Allure: Croatia Greek Isles & Istanbul (Trieste To Athens)

  • SEP23
    Trieste, Italy
    Trieste, Italy
    A: — - D: 5:00 PM
  • SEP24
    Rijeka, Croatia
    Rijeka, Croatia
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • SEP25
    Split, Croatia
    Split, Croatia
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • SEP26
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • SEP27
    Santorini, Greece
    Santorini, Greece
    A: 10:00 AM - D: 7:00 PM
  • SEP28
    Bodrum, Turkey
    Bodrum, Turkey
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • SEP29
    Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey
    Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • SEP30
    Istanbul, Turkey
    Istanbul, Turkey
    A: 12:00 PM - D: —
  • SEP23
    Istanbul, Turkey
    Istanbul, Turkey
    A: — - D: 7:00 PM
  • SEP23
    Cruise Dardanelles
    Cruise Dardanelles
    A: — - D: —
  • OCT02
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • OCT03
    Piraeus (Athens), Greece
    Piraeus (Athens), Greece
    A: 7:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

September 23, 2026 · 10 Night Adriatic Allure: Croatia Greek Isles & Istanbul (Trieste To Athens)

Trieste, Italy
Day 1•Wednesday, Sep 23

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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Rijeka, Croatia
Day 2•Thursday, Sep 24

Rijeka, Croatia

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 PM

Rijeka, Croatia, offers docking at Rijeka Port. Travelers explore Trsat Castle and Korzo’s vibrant promenade. Excursions visit Plitvice Lakes’ waterfalls. Local markets sell fritule. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures historic fortresses and Adriatic vistas. Dining onboard includes štrukli, a Croatian favorite. Souvenirs, like lavender crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Kvarner history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance castle walks. Rijeka’s coastal charm offers a vibrant Croatian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks, scenic lakes, and Adriatic culture, making Rijeka an engaging destination for exploring Croatia’s coastal and natural beauty.

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Split, Croatia
Day 3•Friday, Sep 25

Split, Croatia

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 PM

Split, Croatia, offers docking at Split Port. Travelers explore Diocletian’s Palace and Marjan Hill. Excursions visit Trogir’s historic center. Local markets sell soparnik. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Roman ruins and Adriatic vistas. Dining onboard includes pašticada, a Croatian favorite. Souvenirs, like lavender crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Dalmatian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance palace walks. Split’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Croatian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of UNESCO landmarks and scenic hills, making Split an engaging destination for exploring Croatia’s Adriatic coast.

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At Sea
Day 4•Saturday, Sep 26

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Santorini, Greece
Day 5•Sunday, Sep 27

Santorini, Greece

Arrival: 10:00 AM•Departure: 7:00 PM

Santorini, Greece, offers docking at Fira Port with tenders to shore. Travelers explore Oia’s blue-domed churches and Thera ruins. Excursions include sailing to Nea Kameni. Local markets sell fava beans. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for island tours. Photography captures caldera views and Aegean vistas. Dining onboard includes moussaka, a Greek favorite. Souvenirs, like volcanic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Minoan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while sturdy shoes enhance cliff walks. Santorini’s iconic charm offers a vibrant Greek stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of stunning views and ancient ruins, making Santorini an engaging destination.

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Bodrum, Turkey
Day 6•Monday, Sep 28

Bodrum, Turkey

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Bodrum, Turkey, docks at Bodrum Cruise Port, a 10-minute walk to the town center, population 180,000. Travelers visit the 15th-century Castle of St. Peter, housing an underwater archaeology museum. Local markets sell Turkish delight. Excursions to Ephesus, 2 hours north, explore Roman ruins. Gümüşlük Beach, 30 minutes west, offers snorkeling. Peak season May to October; taxis 20-50 TRY. Dining includes meze at seaside tavernas. Souvenirs feature evil eye charms.

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Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey
Day 7•Tuesday, Sep 29

Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 PM

Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey, offers docking at Kusadasi Port with excursions to Ephesus. Travelers explore Ephesus ruins and Artemis Temple. Excursions visit Virgin Mary’s House. Local markets sell baklava. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures ancient ruins and Aegean vistas. Dining onboard includes kebabs, a Turkish favorite. Souvenirs, like carpet crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Hellenistic history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance ruin walks. Kusadasi’s historic charm offers a vibrant Turkish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of archaeological sites and scenic coasts, making Kusadasi an engaging destination.

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Istanbul, Turkey
Day 8•Wednesday, Sep 30

Istanbul, Turkey

Arrival: 12:00 PM•Departure: —

Istanbul, Turkey, offers docking at Istanbul Port. Travelers explore Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace. Excursions visit Blue Mosque. Local markets sell simit. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures Ottoman domes and Bosphorus vistas. Dining onboard includes döner kebab, a Turkish favorite. Souvenirs, like carpet crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Byzantine history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Istanbul’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Turkish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic waterways, making Istanbul an engaging destination for exploring Turkey’s cultural hub.

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Istanbul, Turkey
Day 9•Thursday, Oct 1

Istanbul, Turkey

Arrival: —•Departure: 7:00 PM

Istanbul, Turkey, offers docking at Istanbul Port. Travelers explore Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace. Excursions visit Blue Mosque. Local markets sell simit. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures Ottoman domes and Bosphorus vistas. Dining onboard includes döner kebab, a Turkish favorite. Souvenirs, like carpet crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Byzantine history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Istanbul’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Turkish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic waterways, making Istanbul an engaging destination for exploring Turkey’s cultural hub.

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Cruise Dardanelles
Day 9•Wednesday, Sep 23

Cruise Dardanelles

Arrival: —•Departure: —

Cruise Dardanelles, no docking; ships cruise Turkey's strait. Travelers spot dolphins. Lectures cover Trojan War. No facilities; provisions from ship. Peak season May to September; ferries 10-20 TRY. Photography captures Gallipoli shores. Dining limited to ship. Souvenirs include amphora replicas.

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At Sea
Day 10•Friday, Oct 2

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Piraeus (Athens), Greece
Day 11•Saturday, Oct 3

Piraeus (Athens), Greece

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: —

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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Weather Forecast

MS Oosterdam - September 23, 2026 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Trieste, Italy

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September

Typical Weather

85°F

Average High

46°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.15in

Daily average

4.4 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
75 / 100
safer than 75% of all cruises
75
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
Rijeka, Croatia
Rijeka
Rijeka is safe for cruise travelers, but remain vigilant against petty theft and safeguard belongings in crowded areas.
8
/ 10
Split, Croatia
Split
Split is generally safe for travelers, but caution in crowded areas is advised to prevent petty theft and pickpocketing.
9
/ 10
Santorini, Greece
Santorini
Santorini is safe for travelers, but they should stay vigilant in crowded areas for pickpocketing and be cautious of traffic hazards.
7
/ 10
Bodrum, Turkey
Bodrum
Bodrum is generally safe, but travelers should stay vigilant in crowded areas to prevent petty crimes like pickpocketing.
7
/ 10
Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey
Kusadasi
Kusadasi is generally safe for travelers, but they should remain vigilant against petty crime and safeguard personal belongings.
6
/ 10
Istanbul, Turkey
Istanbul
Travelers in Istanbul should stay vigilant against petty theft and scams, especially in crowded areas, and remain aware of their surroundings.
10
/ 10
Cruise Dardanelles
Dardanelles
Cruise Dardanelles offers a safe environment with low crime rates, allowing travelers to enjoy the scenery without safety concerns.
7
/ 10
Piraeus (Athens), Greece
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.

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 23, 2026?

This is a 10-night cruise itinerary departing from Trieste, Italy.

What ports does the MS Oosterdam visit on the September 23, 2026 cruise?

This route includes trieste-italy, rijeka-croatia, split-croatia, santorini-greece, bodrum-turkey, kusadasi-turkey, istanbul-turkey, cruise-dardanelles, athens-greece.

How many sea days are included on this MS Oosterdam September 23, 2026 itinerary?

This itinerary includes 2 sea days.

Who is the cruise director for the MS Oosterdam sailing on September 23, 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?

Yes — use the price tracking opt-in on this page to get updates when cabin prices change for this sailing.

Last Updated: Apr 3, 2026