MS Oosterdam itinerary map for May 4, 2027 (11 nights)
MS Oosterdam cruise ship

MS Oosterdam — May 4, 202711-Night Greek Isles: Istanbul Overnight With Dubrovnik on Holland America

This 11-night cruise aboard the MS Oosterdam departs from Piraeus (Athens), Greece on Tuesday, May 4, 2027 and returns on Saturday, May 15th. May weather across this route averages 87°/48°F. Cabins are currently tracked from $2,052.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.5 out of 10, averaged across 10 ports.

Cruise Length
11
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Piraeus
Greece
Port Stops
10
Sea Days
1

Cruise Price - MS Oosterdam May 4, 2027

MS Oosterdam · May 4, 2027

The graph below tracks historic price of the MS Oosterdam cruise ship departing May 4, 2027. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $2,052 ($187 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $2,049 ($187 per night), this represents a recent increase of 0%.

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Inside
$2,052
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Oceanview
$2,295
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Balcony
$2,880
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Suite
$4,314

Price History – MS Oosterdam May 4, 2027

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May 4, 2027
$2,052
0% vs avg: $2,049

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Cruise Itinerary Map - 11 Night Greek Isles: Istanbul Overnight With Dubrovnik (Athens To Trieste)

MS Oosterdam · May 4, 2027

The MS Oosterdam sails on May 4, 2027 for a 11 Night Greek Isles: Istanbul Overnight With Dubrovnik (Athens To Trieste). The ship will depart the port of Piraeus (Athens), Greece at 3:00 PM and will return to the port of Trieste, Italy on May 15th at 7:00 AM. During the 12-day journey, the MS Oosterdam will visit 9 additional ports and will spend 1 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

11 Night Greek Isles: Istanbul Overnight With Dubrovnik (Athens To Trieste)

  • MAY04
    Piraeus (Athens), Greece
    Piraeus (Athens), Greece
    A: — - D: 3:00 PM
  • MAY05
    Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey
    Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 7:00 PM
  • MAY04
    Cruise Dardanelles
    Cruise Dardanelles
    A: — - D: —
  • MAY07
    Istanbul, Turkey
    Istanbul, Turkey
    A: 7:00 AM - D: —
  • MAY04
    Istanbul, Turkey
    Istanbul, Turkey
    A: — - D: 2:00 PM
  • MAY09
    Mykonos, Greece
    Mykonos, Greece
    A: 11:00 AM - D: 10:00 PM
  • MAY10
    Souda (chania), Crete
    Souda (chania), Crete
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • MAY11
    Katakolon (Olympia), Greece
    Katakolon (Olympia), Greece
    A: 10:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • MAY12
    Sarande, Albania
    Sarande, Albania
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 3:00 PM
  • MAY13
    Dubrovnik, Croatia
    Dubrovnik, Croatia
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 10:00 PM
  • MAY14
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAY15
    Trieste, Italy
    Trieste, Italy
    A: 7:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

May 4, 2027 · 11 Night Greek Isles: Istanbul Overnight With Dubrovnik (Athens To Trieste)

Piraeus (Athens), Greece — Day 1 of MS Oosterdam May 4, 2027 cruise
Day 1•Tuesday, May 4

Piraeus (Athens), Greece

Arrival: —•Departure: 3:00 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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Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey — Day 2 of MS Oosterdam May 4, 2027 cruise
Day 2•Wednesday, May 5

Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 7:00 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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Cruise Dardanelles — Day 3 of MS Oosterdam May 4, 2027 cruise
Day 3•Tuesday, May 4

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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Istanbul, Turkey — Day 4 of MS Oosterdam May 4, 2027 cruise
Day 4•Friday, May 7

Istanbul, Turkey

Arrival: 7:00 AM•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 5 of MS Oosterdam May 4, 2027 cruise
Day 5•Saturday, May 8

Istanbul, Turkey

Arrival: —•Departure: 2:00 PM

Returning to Istanbul, Turkey — see Day 4 above for port info.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Mykonos, Greece — Day 6 of MS Oosterdam May 4, 2027 cruise
Day 6•Sunday, May 9

Mykonos, Greece

Arrival: 11:00 AM•Departure: 10:00 PM

Mykonos, Greece, offers docking at Mykonos Port. Travelers explore Little Venice and Mykonos Windmills. Excursions include Delos Island ruins. Local markets sell loukoumades. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures whitewashed streets and Aegean vistas. Dining onboard includes souvlaki, a Greek favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Cycladic history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance island walks. Mykonos’ picturesque charm offers a vibrant Greek stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic ruins and scenic beaches, making Mykonos an engaging destination for exploring Greece’s Cyclades.

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Souda (chania), Crete — Day 7 of MS Oosterdam May 4, 2027 cruise
Day 7•Monday, May 10

Souda (chania), Crete

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Souda (Chania), Crete, offers docking at Souda Port. Travelers explore Chania’s Venetian Harbor and Samaria Gorge. Excursions include Elafonisi Beach. Local markets sell dakos. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures old town alleys and Aegean vistas. Dining onboard includes moussaka, a Greek favorite. Souvenirs, like olive oil, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Minoan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while sturdy shoes enhance gorge hikes. Souda’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Greek stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic harbors and scenic beaches, making Souda an engaging destination.

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Katakolon (Olympia), Greece — Day 8 of MS Oosterdam May 4, 2027 cruise
Day 8•Tuesday, May 11

Katakolon (Olympia), Greece

Arrival: 10:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Sarande, Albania — Day 9 of MS Oosterdam May 4, 2027 cruise
Day 9•Wednesday, May 12

Sarande, Albania

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 3:00 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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Dubrovnik, Croatia — Day 10 of MS Oosterdam May 4, 2027 cruise
Day 10•Thursday, May 13

Dubrovnik, Croatia

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 10:00 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.

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Day 11 at sea — MS Oosterdam May 4, 2027 itinerary
Day 11•Friday, May 14

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.

Trieste, Italy — Day 12 of MS Oosterdam May 4, 2027 cruise
Day 12•Saturday, May 15

Trieste, Italy

Arrival: 7:00 AM•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.

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Weather Forecast

MS Oosterdam - May 4, 2027 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Piraeus (Athens), Greece

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May

Typical Weather

96°F

Average High

48°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.03in

Daily average

0.8 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
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.
7
/ 10
Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey
Kusadasi
Kusadasi is generally safe for travelers, but they should remain vigilant against petty crime and safeguard personal belongings.
10
/ 10
Cruise Dardanelles
Dardanelles
Cruise Dardanelles offers a safe environment with low crime rates, allowing travelers to enjoy the scenery without safety concerns.
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.
8
/ 10
Mykonos, Greece
Mykonos
Travelers in Mykonos should remain vigilant against petty theft and scams, especially in crowded areas during peak season.
8
/ 10
Souda (chania), Crete
Souda
Souda is a generally safe port for cruise travelers, but vigilance is advised in crowded areas and isolated locations to avoid petty theft.
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
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
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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MS Oosterdam May 4, 2027 FAQ

What's the cheapest cabin on the MS Oosterdam May 4, 2027 cruise?▾

The lowest currently-tracked fare for this sailing is $2,052 for an Inside cabin. Pricing is updated daily — see the live price chart above for the latest snapshots.

What's the weather like on the MS Oosterdam May 4, 2027 route?▾

Across the ports visited on this 11-night route, May averages 87°F highs and 48°F lows. See the per-port weather forecast section above for daily detail.

How safe is the May 4, 2027 MS Oosterdam itinerary?▾

This itinerary scores 7.5 out of 10 on the Gangwaze Itinerary Safety Score, averaged across 10 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 Piraeus (Athens), Greece on Tuesday, May 4, 2027 at 3:00 PM and returns on Saturday, May 15th, 2027 at 7:00 AM. Total duration: 11 nights.

Who is the cruise director for the MS Oosterdam sailing on May 4, 2027?▾

Cruise director assignment for this sail date is not currently confirmed in our records.

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