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Adriatic Allure: Croatia, Greek Isles & Istanbul

Holland America Line

Join Holland America Line for a 10-night cruise departing from Trieste, visiting Rijeka, Split, Thira, Santorini, Mykonos, Kusadasi, Istanbul and Piraeus (Athens). Enjoy luxurious accommodations and world-class amenities.

Departure date

23 September 2026

Cabins

Inside from

2,717pp

Outside from

2,907pp

Balcony from

3,665pp

Suite from

4,866pp

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Quote Reference number: 360938-2171717

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Your Holiday Summary

Departure - Arrival
23 Sep 2026 - 03 Oct 2026
Duration
11 days, 10 nights
Sailing
2 sea days
Departure Port
Trieste
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Travelling Itinerary

Day 1
Trieste, Italy

Departure: at 17:00

Welcome aboard! Today marks the beginning of your unforgettable cruise holiday. Take time to explore the ship, unwind, and soak in the excitement of what’s to come. Your holiday starts now.

Day 2
Rijeka, Croatia

Arrival: at 07:00
Departure: at 16:00

Day 3
Split

Arrival: at 07:00
Departure: at 16:00

In Croatia, the Old Town of Split wraps around the luxurious palace where the Roman emperor Diocletian lived out his last days after abdicating in AD 305. Today, this remarkable white limestone palace, a UNESCO Site, awaits your discovery. Part luxurious villa, part military camp, the palace is enclosed by imposing walls and connected by roads linking the eastern Silver Gate with the Iron Gate to the west. Within: an octagonal domed mausoleum, temples and a monumental court accessing the imperial apartments.

Day 4
At Sea

Arrival:
Departure:

Day 5
Thira (Santorini)

Arrival: at 10:00
Departure: at 19:00

Your harbor on this island was created by a volcano in 1500 BC., and the effect is still explosive: steep cliffs rise from sea level, cubist white houses glow in the Aegean sun. Sample shore excursion: Panoramic Santor ni.

Day 6
Mykonos

Arrival: at 07:00
Departure: at 18:00

Informality rules on this sunny isle where pleasure-seekers from around the world come to play. Ramble along narrow streets past white-washed houses and blue-domed churches, bouganvillea-covered walls and thread-like, step-laden footpaths leading everywhere.

Day 7
Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey

Arrival: at 07:00
Departure: at 16:00

Kusadasi in Turkey is the gateway to one of the most legendary cities of the ancient world: Ephesus. St. Paul preached in its Great Theater, while the facade of the Celsus Library survives as a testament to the city’s role as a center of learning and culture. Not far from Ephesus, the Temple of Artemis (also known as the Temple of Diana), one of the Seven Wonders of the ancient world, once stood, drawing pilgrims from around the Mediterranean. While it no longer stands, it is possible to walk amongst its foundations and the remains of its towering columns. Other historic sites can also be found nearby: The House of Mary is believed to be the home of Jesus’s mother at the end of her life, and the Basilica of St. John, constructed in the 6th century, marks the location of his tomb. (Like Mary, he spent his final years in Ephesus.) Nearby, the Selcuk fortress reflects the period of Byzantine and Ottoman control of the region. From ancient wonders to holy sites, there are few ports in the Mediterranean as magical as Kusadasi, and a day here is a day spent in the company of some of antiquity's greatest figures.

Day 8
Istanbul

Arrival: at 12:00
Departure:

Blurring the line between east and west, Istanbul stands at the crossroads of two continents. The city's architecture is rivalled only by its spectacular natural setting on the Bosphorus Strait. See the Blue Mosque, the Topkapi Palace and the Byzantine Church of St Sophia. Take time to wander through the Grand Bazaar or the Spice Market and sample baklava and shish kebabs.

Day 9
Istanbul

Arrival:
Departure: at 19:00

Blurring the line between east and west, Istanbul stands at the crossroads of two continents. The city's architecture is rivalled only by its spectacular natural setting on the Bosphorus Strait. See the Blue Mosque, the Topkapi Palace and the Byzantine Church of St Sophia. Take time to wander through the Grand Bazaar or the Spice Market and sample baklava and shish kebabs.

Day 10
At Sea

Arrival:
Departure:

Day 11
Piraeus (Athens), Greece

Arrival: at 07:00

As your cruise comes to an end, why not extend the magic? Our team can arrange extra hotel nights for you so you can continue exploring and make even more unforgettable memories before heading home.

Oosterdam

Oosterdam, a Vista-class ship, recently emerged from dry dock with exciting updates—including completely refreshed suites and new lounge, dining and entertainment venues, such as Music Walk, with Lincoln Center Stage, B.B. King’s Blues Club and Billboard Onboard. Guests can choose from among delectable specialty restaurants, hone culinary skills with EXC Port to Table and thrill to BBC Earth Experiences.

General characteristics

Ship name: Oosterdam
Length: 285.29 m (936 ft)
Capacity: 1,916 passengers
Total cabins: 1,012
Tonnage: 82,305 GT

Oosterdam

What’s on Board

Technology
Fitness
Food and Drink
Entertainment
Relaxation
Recreational
Other
Decks
technology

Technology

  • Digital Workshop
  • Internet Access Lounge
fitness

Fitness

  • Basketball
  • Fitness Center
  • Gym
  • Pickleball
food-and-drink

Food and Drink

  • Canaletto Restaurant
  • Explorations Cafe
  • Grill
  • Lido Bar
  • Lido Casual Restaurant
  • Piano Bar
  • Pinnacle Grill
  • Sports Bar
  • Terrace Grill
  • The Verandah
  • Vista Dining Room
entertainment

Entertainment

  • Crow's Nest
  • Explorers Lounge
  • Neptune Lounge
  • Night Club
  • Queen's Show Lounge
relaxation

Relaxation

  • Beauty Salon
  • Greenhouse Spa & Salon
  • Hydro Massage Pool
  • Lido Pool
  • Spa
  • Whirlpool
recreational

Recreational

  • Card Room
  • Club HAL
  • Golf Simulator
  • Indoor Pool
  • Library
  • Nightclub
  • Outdoor Pool
  • The Loft

Decks

Main Deck Main
Lower Promenade Deck Lower Promenade
Promenade Deck Promenade
Upper Promenade Deck Upper Promenade
Verandah Deck Verandah Deck
Upper Verandah Deck Upper Verandah
Rotterdam Deck Rotterdam
Navigation Deck Navigation
Lido Deck Lido
Observation Deck Observation
Sports Deck Sports
recreational

Other

  • Art Gallery
  • Atrium
  • Concierge
  • Culinary Arts Center
  • Duty-free shop
  • Future Cruise Sales
  • Observation Deck
  • Photo Gallery
  • Shopping Gallery
  • Shore Excursion Office
  • Wrap Around Promenade Deck

Staff Tips

  • Astrid Bell

    Most lines allow you to pre-book shore excursions on their websites months before your cruise; doing this saves time waiting in line once on board and it also gives you first dibs on tours that may get sold out later.

    Astrid BellCruise Product Manager
  • Adrienne Keogh

    Planning for a special occasion on board? You may purchase wine, or bon voyage gifts, such as fruit baskets, champagne, birthday cakes, canapés, flowers or other gifts for your stateroom.

    Adrienne KeoghSales and Operations Manager
  • Astrid Bell

    Remember to pack your adaptor! Onboard voltage is 110/220 ac (This would be the average on most ships).

    Astrid BellCruise Product Manager
  • Claire Somers

    The most popular tours sometimes sell out and spas can be very busy during sea days, so your first stop should be the Shore Excursion Desk to book tours and the Spa to make appointments.

    Claire SomersPersonal Travel Planner
  • Astrid Bell

    Unless things get particularly dicey, shore excursions will run rain or shine. Pack a rain jacket!

    Astrid BellCruise Product Manager
  • Karen Sheals Hoy

    With most cruise companies, there is 24 hour a day room service, Room service is complimentary although you may want to offer a gratuity to room service staff.

    Karen Sheals HoyManager

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