11-Night Mediterranean - Western Cruise on Oosterdam
The Western Mediterranean is one of the most iconic cruising destinations in Europe. Encompassing the countries of Spain, France, Malta and the western coast of Italy, a Western Mediterranean cruise will not only introduce its guests to the must see destinations and landmarks of the region, but also offers the convenience of being able to incorporate multiple countries into one seamless itinerary.
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Recent price found was as low as: $2,414 per person. Taxes and fees of $290 USD included. Port charges of $320 USD included.
Itinerary Overview
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Day 1 · Barcelona, Spain
Barcelona, Spain
Depart 5:00 pm
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.
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Day 2 · Villefranche, France
Villefranche, France
Arrive 10:00 am · Depart 7:00 pm
This village of 7,000 inhabitants is hidden among wooded slopes, above the crystalline waters of the Cote d'Azure. The town itself is delightful, with medieval chapels and an impressive hilltop fortress built by the Duke of Savoy in 1560. And, just up the coast are the luxuries of Nice and the extravagance of Monte Carlo.
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Day 3 · Livorno (Florence/Pisa), Italy
Livorno (Florence/Pisa), Italy
Arrive 7:00 am · Depart 7:00 pm
From Livorno (Leghorn), 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.
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Day 4 · Rome (Civitavecchia), Italy
Rome (Civitavecchia), Italy
Arrive 7:00 am · Depart 7:00 pm
The port of Civitavecchia is the gateway to The Eternal City, where all roads lead. Mad traffic careens past monuments of the great civilizations of the past. You will want to see it all: the soaring inspiration of St. Peter's, the Vatican and the Sistine Chapel; the flow of life along the Spanish Steps, the Coliseum, the Via Veneto and Trevi Fountain. Be sure to leave time for la dolce vita in one of the piazzas.
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Day 5 · Naples, Italy
Naples, Italy
Arrive 8:00 am · Depart 6:00 pm
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.
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Day 6 · Messina, Sicily, Italy
Messina, Sicily, Italy
Arrive 8:00 am · Depart 6:00 pm
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.
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Day 7 · AT SEA
AT SEA
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Day 8 · Souda Bay
Souda Bay
Arrive 8:00 am · Depart 9:00 pm
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Day 9 · Santorini (Thira), Greece
Santorini (Thira), Greece
Arrive 8:00 am · Depart 5:00 pm
With its steep volcanic flanks looming straight up from the sea, and the tiny white village of Thira clinging high atop the cliffs, Santorini is perhaps the most breathtaking and legendary of all the Greek Isles. To the south is Akrotiri, where recent Minoan excavations support the theories that Santorini might be the fabled lost continent of Atlantis.
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Day 10 · Rhodes, Greece
Rhodes, Greece
Arrive 8:00 am · Depart 6:00 pm
Legend has it that Apollo blessed this isle with sunshine and beauty. True to the myths, the "Island of Roses" is rich in magnificent scenery and umbrella-lined beaches. Take an excursion to Lindos, where high on a hill rises an ancient acropolis dedicated to the goddess Athena. You will also want to see the medieval Old Town, once home to the Crusading Knights of St. John, and tour the Grand Master's Palace, an Italian restoration famed for its superb mosaic floors.
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Day 11 · Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey
Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey
Arrive 7:00 am · Depart 6:00 pm
This charming, picturesque resort where Antony and Cleopatra used to vacation is best known as the port for the ancients ruins of Ephesus - one of the world's most wondrous archaeological sites. Explorations should include such masterpieces as the Great Amphitheatre, where St. Paul addressed the Ephesians, the Library of Celsus, and the temples of Athena and Apollo - all connected by marble streets rutted by the wheels of countless chariots.
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Day 12 · Piraeus (Athens), Greece
Piraeus (Athens), Greece
Arrive 5:30 am
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.
Recent cabin prices we found for this sailing. Pricing is shown per person and may change at any time.
Cabin Types
InsideRecently found from $2,414 per person
Taxes and fees of $290 USD included. Port charges of $320 USD included.
OceanviewRecently found from $2,534 per person
Taxes and fees of $290 USD included. Port charges of $320 USD included.
Balcony
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Suite
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Additional Information
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