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Egypt & the Holy Land: Cairo & Rhodes

Holland America Line

Join Holland America Line for a 11-night cruise departing from Piraeus (Athens), visiting Alexandria, Egypt, Haifa, Limassol, Antalya, Rhodes and Kusadasi. Enjoy luxurious accommodations and world-class amenities.

Departure date

03 October 2026

Cabins

Inside from

3,039pp

Outside from

3,166pp

Balcony from

3,925pp

Suite from

5,189pp

Prices do not include flights.
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Quote Reference number: 360940-2171730

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Your Holiday Summary

Departure - Arrival
03 Oct 2026 - 14 Oct 2026
Duration
12 days, 11 nights
Sailing
3 sea days
Departure Port
Piraeus (Athens)
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Travelling Itinerary

Day 1
Piraeus (Athens), Greece

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
At Sea

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Day 3
Alexandria

Arrival: at 07:00
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Haggle for handcrafted jewelry in Khan el-Khalili, Cairo’s giant souk. Hear the call to prayer. Venture out to Giza, where the iconic pyramids and sphynx testify to the glory that was ancient Egypt.

Day 4
At Sea

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Day 5
Haifa (Tel Aviv), Israel

Arrival: at 08:00
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From this port on the slopes of Mt. Carmel travel to Nazareth, home of the young Jesus. And visit the land of miracles--Galilee, the Jordan River, the Mount of the Beautitudes and Tabgha.

Day 6
Haifa (Tel Aviv), Israel

Arrival:
Departure: at 21:00

From this port on the slopes of Mt. Carmel travel to Nazareth, home of the young Jesus. And visit the land of miracles--Galilee, the Jordan River, the Mount of the Beautitudes and Tabgha.

Day 7
Limassol

Arrival: at 08:00
Departure: at 17:00

On the island's south coast, Limassol is very much in the Greek sector of Cyprus. Nearby crusaders' castles, Greco-Roman ruins, olive groves and vineyards all speak to a lifestyle that is intrinsically Hellenic, and wizened lacemakers weave the traditions of their ancestors into their detailed work.

Day 8
Antalya

Arrival: at 08:00
Departure: at 17:00

The area around Antalya is a living tribute to those who have shaped it over the course of millennia-to the Greeks who left mosaics, sculptures and coins minted with the image of Artemis in their wake; to the Romans, whose Aspendos amphitheatre and aqueducts are thought to be the finest in the Mediterranean; and to the Ottomans who came later to build their distinctive mansions along the narrow streets.

Day 9
Rhodes

Arrival: at 08:00
Departure: at 23:00

Rhodes, set behind impregnable 14th-century walls, invites you to navigate through crooked streets to shop for sea sponges and visit the gorgeous Palace of the Grand Masters from where the Knights of St John set out on the Crusades. Tour to the village of Lindos and climb to the Acropolis. Look down and you'll see where St Paul landed, as well as the rocky peninsulas where many believe the Colossus of Rhodes once stood. This 110-foot-tall statue of Helios was destroyed by an earthquake, and its remains were melted down by the Arabs for scrap metal.

Day 10
At Sea

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Day 11
Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey

Arrival: at 07:00
Departure: at 19:00

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 12
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

    Explore the ship, plan your nights and learn where the restaurants are. It still amazes me how huge cruise ships are. It’s crazy! I think it’s a great idea to take a tour of the ship or go out exploring on your own, to learn where everything is.

    Astrid BellCruise Product Manager
  • Amanda O'Brien

    For the first day of your cruise, pack a small carry-on bag with your travel documents, a change of clothes, swimsuit, exercise clothes and any medications you may need. That way you don't have to wait for your checked bags to arrive in your stateroom.

    Amanda O'BrienPersonal Travel Planner
  • Kristin Skinner

    Get to know the staff early in the cruise. They can give you some wonderful inside information regarding the ports of call, excursions, activities, and so on.

    Kristin SkinnerPersonal Travel Planner
  • Astrid Bell

    It’s always worth having a small amount of local currency for immediate expenses on arrival at your destination and for any purchases you make at your ports of call. We also recommend you carry a major credit or charge card (American Express®, MasterCard® or Visa®), or sufficient funds in U.S.$ travellers cheques which can be cashed on board.

    Astrid BellCruise Product Manager
  • Tracy Crowley

    There will be a laundry service on board all ships; the service is not “self service” and prices vary by garment type

    Tracy CrowleyPersonal Travel Planner

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