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MS Oosterdam
MS Oosterdam
October 24, 2026
11 Night Mediterranean Splendor: Greece Italy & Provence

MS Oosterdam October 24, 2026

The MS Oosterdam October 24, 2026 cruise departs from Piraeus (Athens), Greece. On this 11 Night Mediterranean Splendor: Greece Italy & Provence (Athens To Barcelona) sailing, the MS Oosterdam will visit a total of 12 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The ship sets sail on Saturday, Oct 24th and returns on Wednesday, Nov 4th, 2026.

Cruise Length
11
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Piraeus
Greece
Port Stops
12
Sea Days
2
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MS Oosterdam · October 24, 2026

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MS Oosterdam · October 24, 2026

The MS Oosterdam sails on October 24, 2026 for a 11 Night Mediterranean Splendor: Greece Italy & Provence (Athens To Barcelona). The ship will depart the port of Piraeus (Athens), Greece at 5:00 PM and will return to the port of Barcelona, Spain on Nov 4th at 6:00 AM. During the 14-day journey, the MS Oosterdam will visit 11 additional ports and will spend 2 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

11 Night Mediterranean Splendor: Greece Italy & Provence (Athens To Barcelona)

  • OCT24
    Piraeus (Athens), Greece
    Piraeus (Athens), Greece
    A: — - D: 5:00 PM
  • OCT25
    Katakolon (Olympia), Greece
    Katakolon (Olympia), Greece
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • OCT26
    Sarande, Albania
    Sarande, Albania
    A: 10:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • OCT27
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • OCT28
    Valletta, Malta
    Valletta, Malta
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 8:00 PM
  • OCT24
    Cruise Stromboli Volcano
    Cruise Stromboli Volcano
    A: — - D: —
  • OCT24
    Cruise Strait Of Messina
    Cruise Strait Of Messina
    A: — - D: —
  • OCT29
    Messina, Sicily
    Messina, Sicily
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • OCT30
    Naples, Italy
    Naples, Italy
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • OCT31
    Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy
    Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 10:00 PM
  • NOV01
    Ajaccio, Corsica
    Ajaccio, Corsica
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • NOV02
    Villefranche-Sur-Mer, France
    Villefranche-Sur-Mer, France
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • NOV03
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • NOV04
    Barcelona, Spain
    Barcelona, Spain
    A: 6:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

October 24, 2026 · 11 Night Mediterranean Splendor: Greece Italy & Provence (Athens To Barcelona)

Piraeus (Athens), Greece
Day 1•Saturday, Oct 24

Piraeus (Athens), Greece

Arrival: —•Departure: 5:00 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. (126 words)

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Katakolon (Olympia), Greece
Day 2•Sunday, Oct 25

Katakolon (Olympia), Greece

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 PM

Katakolon (Olympia), Greece, offers docking at Katakolon Port with excursions to Olympia. Travelers explore Ancient Olympia and Archaeological Museum. Excursions visit Kourouta Beach. Local markets sell loukoumades. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures ancient stadiums and Ionian vistas. Dining onboard includes moussaka, a Greek favorite. Souvenirs, like olive oil, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Peloponnesian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance ruin walks. Katakolon’s historic charm offers a vibrant Greek stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ancient landmarks and scenic beaches, making Katakolon an engaging destination. (126 words)

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Sarande, Albania
Day 3•Monday, Oct 26

Sarande, Albania

Arrival: 10:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Sarande, Albania, offers docking at Sarande Port. Travelers explore Butrint’s UNESCO ruins and Blue Eye Spring. Excursions visit Gjirokaster’s old town. Local markets sell byrek. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures ancient theaters and Ionian vistas. Dining onboard includes tave kosi, an Albanian favorite. Souvenirs, like filigree crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Illyrian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance ruin walks. Sarande’s historic charm offers a vibrant Albanian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of archaeological sites and coastal beauty, making Sarande an engaging destination for exploration.

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At Sea
Day 4•Tuesday, Oct 27

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Valletta, Malta
Day 5•Wednesday, Oct 28

Valletta, Malta

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 8:00 PM

Valletta, Malta, offers docking at Valletta Port. Travelers explore St. John’s Co-Cathedral and Upper Barrakka Gardens. Excursions visit Mdina’s medieval walls. Local markets sell pastizzi. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Baroque architecture and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes rabbit stew, a Maltese favorite. Souvenirs, like lace crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Knights of Malta history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Valletta’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Maltese stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of UNESCO landmarks and scenic harbors, making Valletta an engaging destination. (126 words)

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Cruise Stromboli Volcano
Day 6•Saturday, Oct 24

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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Cruise Strait Of Messina
Day 6•Saturday, Oct 24

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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Messina, Sicily
Day 6•Thursday, Oct 29

Messina, Sicily

Arrival: 8:00 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. (126 words)

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Naples, Italy
Day 7•Friday, Oct 30

Naples, Italy

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 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. (126 words)

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Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy
Day 8•Saturday, Oct 31

Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 10:00 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. (126 words)

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Ajaccio, Corsica
Day 9•Sunday, Nov 1

Ajaccio, Corsica

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 PM

Ajaccio, Corsica, offers docking at Ajaccio Port. Travelers explore Napoleon’s Birthplace and Fesch Museum. Excursions visit Calanques de Piana. Local markets sell brocciu cheese. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures historic streets and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes civet de sanglier, a Corsican favorite. Souvenirs, like olive wood crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Corsican history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while sturdy shoes enhance coastal hikes. Ajaccio’s cultural charm offers a vibrant French stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic cliffs, making Ajaccio an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

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Villefranche-Sur-Mer, France
Day 10•Monday, Nov 2

Villefranche-Sur-Mer, France

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 PM

Villefranche-sur-Mer, France, offers docking at Villefranche Port. Travelers explore Citadelle Saint-Elme and Villa Ephrussi. Excursions visit Nice’s Promenade des Anglais. Local markets sell socca. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colorful villas and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes salade niçoise, 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 seaside walks. Villefranche’s coastal charm offers a vibrant French stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic fortresses and scenic Riviera, making Villefranche an engaging destination. (126 words)

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At Sea
Day 11•Tuesday, Nov 3

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Barcelona, Spain
Day 12•Wednesday, Nov 4

Barcelona, Spain

Arrival: 6:00 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. (126 words)

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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
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.
8
/ 10
Katakolon (Olympia), Greece
Katakolon
Katakolon is a safe cruise port with low crime and secure surroundings, allowing travelers to explore Olympia with minimal risk.
7
/ 10
Sarande, Albania
Sarande
While generally safe, travelers in Sarande should remain vigilant against petty theft and scams, especially in crowded areas.
8
/ 10
Valletta, Malta
Valletta
Valletta is a safe cruise destination, but travelers should stay vigilant against petty theft in crowded areas while enjoying the sights.
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.
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
Messina, Sicily
Messina
Travelers in Messina should stay vigilant against petty theft and pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas like the port and markets.
6
/ 10
Naples, Italy
Naples
Travelers in Naples should stay vigilant against petty crime and be cautious of traffic while exploring the city.
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.
8
/ 10
Ajaccio, Corsica
Ajaccio
Ajaccio is generally safe for cruise travelers, but vigilance is advised in tourist areas during peak season to prevent petty theft.
8
/ 10
Villefranche-Sur-Mer, France
Villefranche
Villefranche-sur-Mer is a safe destination for travelers, but they should remain vigilant against pickpocketing 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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Itinerary FAQ

How many nights is the MS Oosterdam sailing on October 24, 2026?

This is a 11-night cruise itinerary departing from Piraeus (Athens), Greece.

What ports does the MS Oosterdam visit on the October 24, 2026 cruise?

This route includes athens-greece, olympia-greece, sarande-albania, valletta-malta, cruise-stromboli-volcano, cruise-strait-of-messina, messina-sicily, naples-italy, rome-italy, ajaccio-corsica, villefranche-sur-mer-france, barcelona-spain.

How many sea days are included on this MS Oosterdam October 24, 2026 itinerary?

This itinerary includes 2 sea days.

Who is the cruise director for the MS Oosterdam sailing on October 24, 2026?

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How is the itinerary safety score calculated for this cruise?

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