The October 23, 2027 cruise on the MS Oosterdam departs from Piraeus (Athens), Greece. On this 10 Night Mediterranean Splendor: Rome Evening Stay (Athens To Barcelona) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 11 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The MS Oosterdam sets sail on Saturday, Oct 23rd and returns on Tuesday, Nov 2nd.
MS Oosterdam - October 23, 2027 - 10 Nights
Day | Date | Port |
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1 | Oct 23rd | Piraeus (Athens), Greece |
2 | Oct 24th | Katakolon (Olympia), Greece |
3 | Oct 25th | Sarande, Albania |
4 | Oct 26th | At Sea |
5 | Oct 27th | Valletta, Malta |
6 | Oct 23rd | Cruise Stromboli Volcano |
6 | Oct 28th | Messina, Sicily |
6 | Oct 23rd | Cruise Strait Of Messina |
7 | Oct 29th | Naples, Italy |
8 | Oct 30th | Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy |
9 | Oct 31st | Livorno, Florence, Italy |
10 | Nov 1st | At Sea |
11 | Nov 2nd | Barcelona, Spain |
The MS Oosterdam sails on October 23, 2027 for a 10 Night Mediterranean Splendor: Rome Evening Stay (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 2nd at 7:00 AM. During the 13-day journey, the MS Oosterdam will visit 10 additional ports and will spend 2 days at sea.
The MS Oosterdam has a construction date of 2003 and a total size of 82,305 gross tons. The ship measures 951 feet (290 meters) in length. MS Oosterdam is included in Holland America’s Vista Class Class. At full capacity, the MS Oosterdam holds 2,776 passengers. That includes 1,964 cruise vacationers and 812 staff members. The MS Oosterdam total number of staterooms is 982.
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Piraeus is the seaport for Athens, the capital of western civilization, which boasts a fantastic mix of classical ruins and vivacious modern life. In a single day, you can climb the hill of the Acropolis to wonder at the Parthenon, join the lively Athenians in Constitution Square, and then find a welcoming taverna for some spirited bizouki music, plenty of ouzo to drink, and with luck, energetic Greek dancing.
Katakolon is your gateway to Olympia, where the ancient Greeks flocked every four years for more than a millennium to celebrate the sacred games dedicated to Zeus. Visit the ruins of the Sanctuary, with its athletic quadrangles, stadium-temples and treasuries; then browse in the modern Archaeological Museum, a treasure house of Archaic, Classical and Roman sculptures, including the famous Niki "Winged Victory."
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Located in the middle of the Mediterranean, Malta's coastline features many harbors, bays, sandy beaches and rocky coves. After a leisurely stroll through the Barracca Gardens you'll be awarded with a spectacular view of the harbor of Valetta.
The setting for Shakespeare's Much Ado About Nothing, Messina has much to offer in the way of history. Its dramatic, boulder-filled harbor has challenged navigators since the days of Ulysses. Try to visit the city's Bell Tower at the stroke of noon--the hour when one of the world's largest and most fanciful mechanical clocks springs into action. Messina's museum is also noteworthy for its Renaissance masterworks.
One of the most spectacular bays in the world lies in the shadow of Mt. Vesuvius. Visit the San Carlo Opera House and the cathedral of San Janarious, or tour the ancient ruins in the Roman cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum.
Civitavecchia is just moments from Rome, Italy's Eternal City. One of the most geographically perfect ports in the world, Civitavecchia boasts a number of compelling area attractions. Stroll through the streets of the medieval town of Tarquinia. View the resplendent Madonnina at the Resort of Pantano.
From Livorno, your path leads through the rolling green hills of Tuscany to Florence, the flower of the Renaissance. The creative explosion happened right here, with masterworks by Michelangelo, Brunelleschi and Botticelli now landmarks of daily life. Ufizzi, Academmia, il Duomo: the art treasures of a golden age are commonplace to blessed Florentines. Livorno also serves as the gateway to Pisa, home of the famous leaning tower.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Barcelona is the cultural heartland of Spain, yet its first language is Catalan, the native tongue of the proudly independent Catalonia region. Stroll down the shady, tree-lined Ramblas between street musicians and elegant bistros. Then perhaps visit the venerable Gothic cathedral, Picasso Museum or enjoy the architectural genius of Antonio Gaudi's Church of the Holy Family.