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Athens (Piraeus) to Istanbul Cruise

  • Departure DateMon 6th Jun 2022
  • Oceania Cruises Nautica
  • 24 Night Cruise From Athens
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Itinerary

  • Athens
  • Kusadasi
  • Gythion
  • Corfu
  • Split
  • Venice (Trieste)
  • Rijeka
  • Taormina
  • Sorrento
  • Rome
  • Naples
  • Trapan (Sicily)
  • Malta
  • Crete
  • Ashdod
  • Jerusalem
  • Limassol
  • Rhodes
  • Izmir
  • Istanbul

What's Included

  • Luxurious accommodation in stylish staterooms on board Mid-sized, elegant ships
  • Finest cuisine at sea, served in a variety of distinctive open-seating restaurants, all at no additional charge
  • 24-hour room service
  • WiFi
  • Overseas Shuttle Service on selected journeys
  • Concierge Level Staterooms with exclusive Privileges including access to Concierge Lounge
  • 24-hour Butler service & additional amenities in Penthouse Suites and above including: Priority embarkation & luggage delivery, in-suite dining, garment pressing & shoe shine service & welcome bottle of Champagne

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Day 1 - Athens

Arrive: Mon 06 June 2022 at 13:00 / Depart: Mon 06 June 2022 at 19:00

Climb up the magnificent Acropolis and stand in awe of the Parthenon, the beautiful temples and the view over Athens stretched out before you. See city highlights including the new and old Olympic stadiums. Journey to Cape Sounion and the temple of Poseidon overlooking the sea, or visit ancient Corinth and the narrow Corinth Canal cut through miles of solid rock.

Day 2 - Kusadasi

Arrive: Tue 07 June 2022 at 09:00 / Depart: Tue 07 June 2022 at 18:00

Meander through the ruins of ancient Ephesus and marvel at the famed Library of Celsus, the huge amphitheater, the marble roads with their chariot marks, the amazing mosaic sidewalks and the superb, rarely opened Terrace Houses. Or journey to three monumental cities of antiquity - Priene, Miletus and Didyma - renowned for their majestic temples and impressive, beautifully preserved stadiums.

Day 3 - Gythion

Arrive: Wed 08 June 2022 at 09:00 / Depart: Wed 08 June 2022 at 17:00

The pastel-colored houses inch their way up the foothills of Mount Koumaros in this quaint town that offers a unique and authentic experience of small town life in Greece. Nearby, the medieval city of Mystras, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, was founded in 1248 and abandoned in 1832, leaving impressive medieval ruins amid a breathtaking landscape. Discovered in 1958, the magnificent caves at Diros were used by prehistoric man between 4000 and 3000 BC.

Day 4 - Corfu

Arrive: Thu 09 June 2022 at 11:00 / Depart: Thu 09 June 2022 at 18:00

Immerse yourself in this island of glorious scenery and beaches, serene monasteries, beautiful palaces, traditional mountain towns and Corfu's lovely old Venetian quarter. Or visit the ornate Achilleion Palace, built by Empress Sissi of Austria and filled with dramatic sculptures of the Greek hero Achilles.

Day 5 - Split

Arrive: Fri 10 June 2022 at 11:00 / Depart: Fri 10 June 2022 at 20:00

Sometime around 300 A.D., Roman Emperor Diocletian built his retirement palace on one of the loveliest spots on the Adriatic Sea. Today his palace has become a UNESCO World Heritage Site in the heart of Split, the city that grew up around it. Split is now Croatia's second largest city, and much of it sits on a beautiful peninsula on the island of Ciovo, a jewel on the Dalmatian Coast. Many intriguing relics from the Roman, Greek colonial and Medieval periods can be found in Split's archaeological museum, which was founded in 1820, making it Croatia's oldest museum. One of the top outdoor attractions is the green oasis of Marjan Forest Park with its Split Zoo. There are also plenty of fine beaches nearby.

Day 6 - Venice (Trieste)

Arrive: Sat 11 June 2022 at 13:00 / Depart: Sat 11 June 2022

Trieste is the capital city of the Friuli Venezia Giulia region in northeast Italy. A port city, it occupies a thin strip of land between the Adriatic coast and Slovenia’s border on the limestone-dominated Karst Plateau. Italian, Austro-Hungarian and Slovenian influences are all evident in its layout, which encompasses a medieval old city and a neoclassical Austrian quarter.

Day 7 - Rijeka

Arrive: Sun 12 June 2022 / Depart: Sun 12 June 2022 at 18:00

The principal seaport and third largest city in Croatia, Rijeka charms with its Habsburg grandeur and multitude of cultural offerings. For marvelous views of the city and the surrounding river valley, visit the 13th-century Trsat Castle and explore its bastions and ramparts. Take a stroll along the Korzo, the city’s main promenade, which showcases the full splendor of its Austro-Hungarian architecture and rich history, including the distinctive City Tower. Pause at St. Vitus’ Cathedral, which was modeled after the famous Venetian church of Santa Maria della Salute and is the only Baroque rotunda of monumental proportions in Croatia.

Day 8 - Cruising the Adriatic Sea

Day 9 - Taormina

Arrive: Tue 14 June 2022 at 09:00 / Depart: Tue 14 June 2022 at 18:00

Enjoy magnificent panoramic views on the way up to the town, where you can stroll down medieval lanes past stunning palaces. See the famed Greek theater and its fantastic view of Mount Etna. Or take a trip to the volcano itself and get a first-hand look at cones, craters and lava streams from previous eruptions and a fantastic view over the Gulf of Catania. Venture into the countryside and its lovely hill towns, one with a Norman castle built of black lava, and visit beautiful old Catania.

Day 10 - Sorrento

Arrive: Wed 15 June 2022 at 07:00 / Depart: Wed 15 June 2022 at 18:00

Beautiful Capri, with its stunning panoramas, villages, charming piazzas and the Villa San Michele, makes a nice diversion. Visit the ruins at Pompeii, take a cooking lesson in Sorrento or travel to the frenetic city of Naples and learn to make pizzas as the Neapolitans do.

Day 11 - Rome

Arrive: Thu 16 June 2022 at 06:00 / Depart: Thu 16 June 2022 at 18:00

Your gateway to the Eternal City, Civitavecchia has served as Rome's seaport since the 13th century. The port has a long and venerable history. The emperor Trajan built a pleasure villa near the modern city, while Bernini and Michelangelo designed the harbor fortifications. Yet the Eternal City eternally beckons. The ancient capital of the Western World and the center of Christianity for nearly 2,000 years, Rome provides an inexhaustible feast. Visit the ruins of the Forum, view the splendors of the Sistine Chapel, or climb the Spanish Steps, once the heart of Rome's Bohemian Quarter. Rome has been a magnet luring the world's greatest artists, architects, and philosophers since the days of the Caesars.

Day 12 - Naples

Arrive: Fri 17 June 2022 at 08:00 / Depart: Fri 17 June 2022 at 18:00

Spend a day exploring the fabulous ruins of ancient Pompeii or Herculaneum with their stunning temples, frescoes and mosaics. Explore fascinating Naples and its famed museums, visit charming Sorrento or take a boat trip to the beautiful Isle of Capri.

Day 13 - Trapan (Sicily)

Arrive: Sat 18 June 2022 at 08:00 / Depart: Sat 18 June 2022 at 18:00

Perched on a low-lying, palazzi-dotted promontory on Sicily's western coast, Trapani reveals a hint of its medieval past in its historic core's tightly knit maze of narrow streets. The rebuilt 14th century Cathedral of St. Lawrence and the grand Sanctuary of the Annunciation, which holds a fascinating regional museum, are nuggets well worth a visit. Wandering the Villa Margherita public gardens makes for a relaxing afternoon.

Day 14 - Malta

Arrive: Sun 19 June 2022 at 08:00 / Depart: Sun 19 June 2022 at 18:00

Discover the myriad of cultural layers of Malta, from its amazing prehistoric temples at Tarxien to beautiful walled medieval Mdina, nearby Rabat, and Marsaxlokk, a colorful fishing village. Admire the stunning scenery and wander through imposing churches and down the streets of fortified towns where the Knights of St. John once held sway.

Day 15 - Mediterranean Sea Cruising

Day 16 - Crete

Arrive: Tue 21 June 2022 at 08:00 / Depart: Tue 21 June 2022 at 18:00

Agios Nikolaos, Hagios Nikolaos or Aghios Nikolaos (Greek: ????? ???????? [?a?oz ni?kolaos]) is a coastal town on the Greek island of Crete, lying east of the island's capital Heraklion, north of the town of Ierapetra and west of the town of Sitia.

Day 17 - Mediterranean Sea Cruising

Day 18 - Ashdod

Arrive: Thu 23 June 2022 at 05:00 / Depart: Thu 23 June 2022 at 22:00

For Christians, Jews and Muslims, Jerusalem is one of the holiest cities on earth, and it is also one of the oldest. Early Bronze Age tools and writings show that Jerusalem has been settled since the 4th millennium B.C. Marvel at the beauty of the Dome of the Rock and the Church of the Holy Sepulchre in the walled Old City of Jerusalem, as you stroll through winding streets where people have lived for centuries.

Day 19 - Jerusalem

Arrive: Fri 24 June 2022 at 06:00

Visit the land of miracles - Galilee, the Jordan River, the Mount of the Beautitudes and Tabgha. Venture to Nazareth, home of the young Jesus. See the largest hanging gardens in the world at the Bahai Gardens of Haifa. Or visit the Nahalal Moshav, a commune established in 1921 by Jewish immigrants.

Day 20 - Jerusalem

Depart: Sat 25 June 2022 at 21:00

Visit the land of miracles - Galilee, the Jordan River, the Mount of the Beautitudes and Tabgha. Venture to Nazareth, home of the young Jesus. See the largest hanging gardens in the world at the Bahai Gardens of Haifa. Or visit the Nahalal Moshav, a commune established in 1921 by Jewish immigrants.

Day 21 - Limassol

Arrive: Sun 26 June 2022 at 08:00 / Depart: Sun 26 June 2022 at 16:00

Limassol is the jumping off point to explore the ancient riches of Cyprus. See ruins, majestic mountains and scenery, stunning beaches, and vast groves of lemons, oranges and olives. Visit Lemesos Castle, where Richard the Lionheart married Berengaria of Navarre, and its fascinating museum. Or stroll through ancient Curium and admire its stunning mosaics, theater, basilica and panoramic views over the sea. Venture inland to Nicosia and its wonders like the Cathedral of St. John, the Venetian fortifications, a restored old town and mosque, and the Cyprus Museum.

Day 22 - Rhodes

Arrive: Mon 27 June 2022 at 09:00 / Depart: Mon 27 June 2022 at 16:00

Enjoy a walking tour of the old fortified city and stand in awe of the impressive Grand Master's Palace. See where the Colossus of Rhodes once stood and savor the charm of this remarkable walled town. Or drive along the scenic coast to Lindos. Enjoy the whitewashed little town and climb to the ancient acropolis, its temples and wonderful views.

Day 23 - Izmir

Arrive: Tue 28 June 2022 at 10:00 / Depart: Tue 28 June 2022 at 19:00

Izmir is a city on Turkey’s Aegean coast. Known as Smyrna in antiquity, it was founded by the Greeks, taken over by the Romans and rebuilt by Alexander the Great before becoming part of the Ottoman Empire in the 15th century. Today, its expansive archaeological sites include the Roman Agora of Smyrna, now an open-air museum. The hilltop Kadifekale, or Velvet Castle, built during Alexander’s reign, overlooks the city.

Day 24 - Istanbul

Arrive: Wed 29 June 2022 at 14:00

Indulge your eyes and senses in this magnificent city astride two continents. Visit beautiful Topkapi Palace, the awesome Hagia Sophia and the impressive Blue Mosque. Cruise the Bosphorus to see the city and its surroundings from another perspective. Visit one of the many museums or stroll through the spice market and the famous Grand Bazaar.

Day 25 - Istanbul

Depart: Thu 30 June 2022

Indulge your eyes and senses in this magnificent city astride two continents. Visit beautiful Topkapi Palace, the awesome Hagia Sophia and the impressive Blue Mosque. Cruise the Bosphorus to see the city and its surroundings from another perspective. Visit one of the many museums or stroll through the spice market and the famous Grand Bazaar.

Nautica From Oceania Cruises

Sleek and elegantly charming, Nautica’s decks are resplendent in the finest teak, custom stone and tile work, and her lounges, suites and staterooms boast luxurious, neo-classical furnishings. Nautica offers every luxury you may expect on board one of our stylish ships. She features four unique, open-seating restaurants, the Aquamar Spa + Vitality Center, eight lounges and bars, a casino and 342 lavish suites and luxurious staterooms, nearly 70% of which feature private verandas. With just 684 guests to pamper, our 400 professionally trained European staff ensure you will wait for nothing.

Ship Cabins

Inside Stateroom

Beautifully re-designed with a modern flair, these private retreats boast 160 square feet of luxury. Highlights include a comfortable seating area, vanity desk, refrigerated minibar and plenty of storage. The ingenious use of space is complemented by the re-inspired decor. Inside Stateroom Amenities Ultra Tranquility Bed, an Oceania Cruises Exclusive Complimentary and extensive 24-hour room service menu Plush cotton towels Thick cotton robes and slippers Bulgari amenities Handheld hair dryer Flat-screen television with live satellite news and programming DVD player with extensive media library Wireless Internet access and cellular service Writing desk and stationary Security safe Category (G) includes accessibility features in staterooms #4028, #4034 and #4035. View Features

Ocean View (Porthole)

The light from a classic porthole illuminates the stunning decor in these 165-square-foot staterooms, tastefully designed to maximize space and convenience. Enjoy a comfortable seating area with a sofa on which to stretch out, as well as a vanity desk, breakfast table and refrigerated mini-bar. Ocean View Stateroom Amenities Ultra Tranquility Bed, an Oceania Cruises Exclusive Complimentary 24-hour room service Signature Belgian chocolates with nightly turndown service Plush cotton towels Thick cotton robes and slippers Bulgari amenities Handheld hair dryer Wireless Internet access and cellular service Writing desk and stationary Flat-screen television with live satellite news and programming DVD player with extensive 24-hour room service menu Security safe

Solo Oceanview Stateroom

These charming 143-square-foot staterooms are the perfect retreat for the solo traveler. Amply spacious and centrally located on Deck 6, each is equipped with a sublimely plush Tranquility Bed, refrigerated mini-bar, writing desk and abundant storage space. Solo Oceanview FREE Amenities: FREE soft drinks replenished daily in your refrigerated mini-bar FREE still & sparkling Vero Water FREE room service menu 24 hours a day Solo Oceanview Included Amenities: Tranquility Bed, an Oceania Cruises Exclusive Bulgari amenities Twice-daily maid service Interactive television system with on-demand movies, weather and more Wireless Internet access and cellular service Writing desk and stationery Plush cotton towels, robes and slippers Handheld hair dryer Security safe Belgian chocolates with turndown service

Penthouse Suite

Our collection of 322-square-foot Penthouse Suites is designed with splendid décor and exquisite furnishings in serene shades of the sea and sun. Spacious enough for private in-suite dining the living area features a refrigerated mini-bar and vanity desk, and the granite-clad bathroom is large enough for an indulgent full-size bathtub/shower. Relax on the beautifully furnished private teak veranda. Penthouse Suite Privileges In addition to Suite & Stateroom Amenities Free laundry service – up to 3 bags per stateroom+ Priority 11 am ship embarkation with priority luggage delivery 24-hour Butler service Priority online specialty restaurant reservations Unlimited access to the Aquamar Spa Terrace iPad upon request Variety of Bulgari amenities Cashmere lap blankets Complimentary shoe shine service Complimentary pressing of garments upon embarkation++

Vista Suites

Named for their sweeping views over the ship's bow, the four Vista Suites each sprawl over 786 square feet. Every imaginable comfort is here, including a second bathroom for guests as well as a master bathroom newly redesigned in onyx and granite with a luxurious new shower. Relax on the private teak veranda, listen to music in enhanced surround sound or watch a movie on one of two flat-screen televisions. Access wireless Internet on a complimentary iPad. Vista Suite Privileges In addition to Suite & Stateroom Amenities Free laundry service – up to 3 bags per stateroom+ Priority 11 am ship embarkation with priority luggage delivery 24-hour Butler service Complimentary in-suite bar setup with 6 full-size bottles of premium spirits and wines from our suite beverage menu Complimentary welcome bottle of Champagne Fresh fruit basket replenished daily Priority online specialty restaurant reservations Unlimited access to the Aquamar Spa Terrace Complimentary iPad Bulgari gift set and variety of amenities Choice of daily printed newspaper Complimentary Oceania Cruises logo tote bag and personalized stationery Cashmere lap blankets, perfect for relaxing on your veranda Complimentary shoe shine service Complimentary pressing of garments upon embarkation++ Choice of pillow from a luxurious selection
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