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MS Oosterdam itinerary map for August 28, 2027 (7 nights)
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7 nights · 6 ports
Round-trip · Barcelona, Spain
Holland AmericaMS Oosterdam

MS Oosterdam
August 28, 2027

7-Night Greek Isles: Malta & Santorini With History Channel aboard MS Oosterdam · Departing August 28, 2027 from the Port of Barcelona, Spain.

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// AT A GLANCE

This 7-night cruise aboard the MS Oosterdam departs from Barcelona, Spain on Saturday, August 28, 2027 and returns on Saturday, Sep 4th. August weather across this route averages 97°/66°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.3 out of 10, averaged across 6 ports.

ITINERARY SAFETY SCORE
7.3OUT OF 10
MODERATE TIER
Safer than 73% of all cruises
Ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
01
7
night cruise
Sat → Sat
02
Barcelona
departure port
Spain
03
6
port stops
Malta
04
2
sea days
Day 2
// ON THIS PAGE09 SECTIONS

The MS Oosterdam, operated by Holland America Cruise Line, sets sail on Saturday, August 28, 2027 from Barcelona, Spain for a 7-night Greek Isles: Malta & Santorini With History Channel cruise. This itinerary includes 6 unique port stops and 2 days at sea. August weather across the route averages 97°F highs and 66°F lows. The itinerary safety score is 7.3 out of 10, combining travel advisories, crime statistics, and Global Peace Index data. Cabin fares start from $1,305, with daily price tracking available for inside, oceanview, balcony, and suite categories. Gangwaze monitors pricing daily so you can set a price-drop alert and book when the fare is right. Explore the full day-by-day port schedule, shore excursion options, onboard amenities, and weather forecasts for each stop on this MS Oosterdam sailing.

// WHO'S ONBOARD YOUR CRUISE

MS Oosterdam August 28, 2027 Roll Call

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// 02 · CRUISE PRICE

MS Oosterdam August 28, 2027 Price & Tracking

MS OOSTERDAM·AUGUST 28, 2027

The graph below tracks historic price of the MS Oosterdam cruise ship departing August 28, 2027. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,305 ($187 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,306 ($187 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 0%.

MS Oosterdam cruise departing August 28, 20277-night itinerary. Current Inside Cabin price: $1,305 ($187 per night). Average price: $1,306.

// PRICE HISTORY · INSIDE
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MS Oosterdam · August 28, 2027
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$187 per night · 7 nights
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// 03 · ITINERARY

7 Night Greek Isles: Malta & Santorini With History Channel (Barcelona To Athens) Cruise Map

Interactive Itinerary MapAUGUST 28, 2027
The MS Oosterdam sails on August 28, 2027 for a 7 Night Greek Isles: Malta & Santorini With History Channel (Barcelona To Athens) (Barcelona Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Barcelona, Spain at 5:00 PM and will return to the port of Piraeus (Athens), Greece on Sep 4th at 7:00 AM. During the 8-day journey, the MS Oosterdam will visit 5 additional ports and will spend 2 days at sea.
// CRUISE PORT SCHEDULE
MS Oosterdam
AUGUST 28, 2027
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7 NIGHTS · 5 PORTS
ROUND-TRIP · BARCELONA
// 04 · PORTS

7 Night Greek Isles: Malta & Santorini With History Channel (Barcelona To Athens) Port List

MS Oosterdam·August 28, 2027
Barcelona, Spain — Day 1 of MS Oosterdam August 28, 2027 cruise
DAY
1
EMBARKATION
SATURDAY·AUG 28

Barcelona

Spain
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
5:00 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.

Valletta, Malta — Day 3 of MS Oosterdam August 28, 2027 cruise
DAY
3
PORT 2
MONDAY·AUG 30

Valletta

Malta
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
8:00 AM
5:00 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.

Souda (chania), Crete — Day 5 of MS Oosterdam August 28, 2027 cruise
DAY
5
PORT 4
WEDNESDAY·SEP 1

Souda (chania)

Crete
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
8:00 AM
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.

Mykonos, Greece — Day 6 of MS Oosterdam August 28, 2027 cruise
DAY
6
PORT 5
THURSDAY·SEP 2

Mykonos

Greece
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
8:00 AM
6:00 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.

Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey — Day 7 of MS Oosterdam August 28, 2027 cruise
DAY
7
PORT 6
FRIDAY·SEP 3

Kusadasi (Ephesus)

Turkey
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
6:00 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.

Piraeus (Athens), Greece — Day 8 of MS Oosterdam August 28, 2027 cruise
DAY
8
DISEMBARKATION
SATURDAY·SEP 4

Piraeus (Athens)

Greece
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM

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.

// 05 · WEATHER

7 Night Greek Isles: Malta & Santorini With History Channel (Barcelona To Athens) Weather Forecast

MS Oosterdam·August 28, 2027
AUG FORECAST · BARCELONA
Historical monthly averages for travelers visiting this port.
76°
AVG · °F
Mostly sunny days
AVG HIGH
98°
AVG LOW
54°
AVG RAINFALL
1.6"
Source: 30-year historical climate averages via Open-Meteo
// YEAR-ROUND AT BARCELONA
Average monthly temperature and rainfall. Your sail month is highlighted.
AVG TEMP °FRAINFALL IN
76°JANFEBMARAPRMAYJUNJULAUGSEPOCTNOVDEC12-MONTH AVERAGE · DATA: 30-YEAR HISTORICAL
// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS

MS Oosterdam August 28, 2027 Excursions

MS Oosterdam·August 28, 2027

From beach breaks and snorkeling to local food tours and cultural landmarks, these shore excursions help you make the most of every stop. Browse by port below to compare top-rated options and plan your day before you board.

// BROWSE BY PORT
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// 07 · SAFETY SCORE

Itinerary Safety Score

7 Night Greek Isles: Malta & Santorini With History Channel (Barcelona To Athens)

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 AVERAGE
MODERATE TIER
0OUT OF 100
LOWHIGH
Safer than 73% of all cruises
7.3/10 itinerary average · ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
// HOW WE SCORE
Four signals, weighted by recency.

Scores combine recent crime reports, government travel advisories, Global Peace Index rankings, and port-specific security incidents. Refreshed monthly.

8.0 – 10.0
Safe — Low-risk; standard precautions apply.
6.5 – 7.9
Moderate — Generally safe with normal vigilance.
5.0 – 6.4
Caution — Stay alert; avoid certain areas after dark.
0 – 4.9
High caution — Significant risk; book guided excursions.
REFRESHED MONTHLY
// PORT-BY-PORT BREAKDOWN06 PORTS
01

Barcelona 🇪🇸

Spain · SpainMODERATE

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

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
02

Valletta 🇲🇹

Malta · MaltaSAFE

Valletta is a safe cruise destination, but travelers should stay vigilant against petty theft in crowded areas while enjoying the sights.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
03

Souda (chania) 🇬🇷

Crete · GreeceMODERATE

Souda is a generally safe port for cruise travelers, but vigilance is advised in crowded areas and isolated locations to avoid petty theft.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
04

Mykonos 🇬🇷

Greece · GreeceMODERATE

Travelers in Mykonos should remain vigilant against petty theft and scams, especially in crowded areas during peak season.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
05

Kusadasi (Ephesus) 🇹🇷

Turkey · TurkeyMODERATE

Kusadasi is generally safe for travelers, but they should remain vigilant against petty crime and safeguard personal belongings.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
06

Piraeus (Athens) 🇬🇷

Greece · GreeceMODERATE

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

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
// 08 · CRUISE SHIP

MS Oosterdam Ship Overview

Specs & DetailsHOLLAND AMERICA
MS Oosterdam
HOLLAND AMERICA · VISTA CLASS
CHRISTENED
2003
STATEROOMS
982
TONNAGE
82,305GT
2.1% BELOW AVG· vs avg 84,029 GT
YEAR BUILT
2003
5 YEARS OLDER· vs avg 2008
LENGTH
951ft
3.1% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 922 ft
PASSENGER COUNT
1,964cruisers
8.9% BELOW AVG· vs avg 2,157 cruisers
// ABOUT THE SHIP

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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// 09 · FAQ

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  • The lowest currently-tracked fare for this sailing is $1,305 for an Inside cabin. Pricing is updated daily — see the live price chart above for the latest snapshots.

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