Oceania Cruises has revamped its Mediterranean schedule for 2024, replacing ports of call in Israel, Egypt, and Jordan with historic favourites and appealing new destinations. The 42 revised itineraries range from 10 to 58 days; complete itineraries are available online.
“Our captivating new voyages have been carefully curated to combine beloved beach resorts and jet-set playgrounds with ancient cities steeped in tradition,” said Oceania Cruises president Frank A. Del Rio. “Seasoned travellers will appreciate our strategic and thoughtful realignment of destinations and itineraries to ensure their safety, security and peace of mind.”
The simply MORE value promise of Oceania Cruises means that virtually everything is included in the voyage fare: free round-trip airfare and airport transfers; complimentary vintage Champagnes, premium wines, and international beers at lunch and dinner; and a shore excursion credit of up to $1,600 per stateroom (credit varies by voyage length).
New 2024 Mediterranean Itineraries
21 April: 10 days from Valletta to Trieste aboard Vista
Enjoy the best of the Mediterranean, Aegean, and Adriatic seas. Classical sights can be appreciated in Valletta, Heraklion, Athens, Dubrovnik, and Venice, while sybaritic pleasures line the cobblestone streets of Santorini, Mykonos, Kotor and Rovinj. The following Around the World and Grand Voyages also reflect these changes:
- 27 March: 35 days from Miami to Trieste
- 11 April: 20 days from Rome to Trieste
12 May: 24 days from Dubai to Barcelona aboard Insignia
On this epic voyage, travellers can visit astonishing historical treasures in Athens, Valletta, Dubrovnik, Rome and Barcelona, plus delight in discovering the resorts of Santorini, Capri and Monte Carlo. The following Around the World and Grand Voyages also reflect these changes:
14 May: 15 days from Dubai to Trieste aboard Riviera
Enjoy leisurely days as you traverse the Arabian, Red, Mediterranean and Adriatic seas. Highlights include Argostoli and Corfu in Greece, Montenegro and Dubrovnik and Split, Croatia. An optional post-cruise hotel stay is offered in Venice. The following Grand Voyages also reflect these changes:
- 13 April: 58 days from Tokyo to Barcelona
- 28 April: 43 days from Singapore to Barcelona
- 14 May: 34 days from Dubai to Rome
- 14 May: 27 days from Dubai to Barcelona
18 May: 14 days from Barcelona to Rome aboard Marina
On this two-week journey, quaint, white-washed houses compete for attention with centuries-old attractions. Guests enjoy an idyllic blend of must-see cities like Barcelona, Athens, and Rome, plus the well-known resorts of Palma de Mallorca, Corfu, Santorini and Sorrento, gateway to Capri.
21 May: 11 days from Rome to Trieste aboard Vista
Travellers can revel in the wonders of antiquity at mainland ports in Italy, Greece, and Croatia, plus explore the islands of Sicily, Malta, Corfu, and Montenegro. Optional pre- and post-cruise hotel stays are offered for guests to visit Rome and Venice. The following Grand Voyage reflects these changes:
- 11 May: 21 days from Istanbul to Trieste
29 May: 12 days from Trieste to Barcelona aboard Riviera
Set a course for excitement on this new itinerary that promises something for everyone. Ports along the Dalmatian Coast, the islands of Montenegro, Corfu, Malta and Sicily, and history-rich Pompeii, Rome, and Florence, plus St. Tropez. The following Grand Voyages also reflect these changes:
- 29 May: 19 days from Trieste to Rome
- 28 May: 29 days from Trieste to Istanbul
June 1: 11 days from Trieste to Athens aboard Vista
From Trieste, the ship heads for the Adriatic coastal resorts of Zadar, Dubrovnik, Kotor, and Bari before making landfall at ports in Turkey and Greece. Optional pre- and post-cruise hotel stays allow guests to visit Venice and Athens. The following Grand Voyage also reflects these changes:
- 1 June: 18 days from Trieste to Istanbul
7 July: 10 days from Athens to Istanbul aboard Riviera
Itinerary highlights include historic sites in Greece and Turkey, including UNESCO-protected Ephesus and the quintessential Greek islands of Mykonos and Santorini, plus ancient Crete. An overnight in Istanbul allows time to shop for treasures at the Grand Bazaar. The following Grand Voyage also reflects these changes:
- 27 June: 20 days from Istanbul to Istanbul
24 July: 10 days from Athens to Barcelona aboard Riviera
This voyage is a journey of discovery from East to West. Highlights include iconic places like Athens, Rome, Florence, and Barcelona, as well as popular Greek islands, Sicily and jet-set resorts along the Amalfi Coast and French Riviera.
13 August: 12 days from Rome to Rome aboard Riviera
In 12 days, inquisitive travellers can explore the many historic riches of Rome, Athens and Pompeii, plus visit the Amalfi Coast and the Mediterranean islands of Malta, Mykonos, Santorini, Sicily and Crete. The following Grand Voyages also reflect these changes:
- 3 August: 22 days from Barcelona to Rome
- 13 August: 22 days from Rome to Monte Carlo
28 September: 10 days from Athens to Istanbul aboard Riviera
This cruise combines the Croatian city of Dubrovnik and remote Kotor with beloved Mykonos and Santorini and the classical antiquity of Athens, Crete, and Ephesus. Overnight aboard the ship in Istanbul provides time to visit the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia.
2 October: 14 days from Barcelona to Valletta aboard Marina
This comprehensive voyage on the Mediterranean and Aegean seas enables visitors to discover iconic sights in Barcelona, Florence, Rome, and Dubrovnik, savour the seaside resorts of Toulon, Portofino, and Capri, and explore the island gems of Corsica, Sicily, Corfu, and Malta. The following Grand Voyages also reflect these changes:
- 22 September: 24 days from London to Valletta
- 22 September: 34 days from London to Rome
- 2 October: 24 days from Barcelona to Rome
16 October: 10 days from Valletta to Rome aboard Marina
The islands of Malta, Montenegro, Corfu and Sicily are chock-full of historic attractions, plus this itinerary also visits Dubrovnik and Split, Croatia; Katakolon, Greece; and Bari, Naples and Rome, Italy. The following Grand Voyages also reflect these changes:
- 16 October: 20 days from Valletta to Barcelona
- 16 October: 42 days from Valletta to Miami
20 October: 10 days from Athens to Rome aboard Vista
Athens, Gythoin, Argostoli and Corfu in Greece, the Dalmatian coastal treasures of Kotor and Dubrovnik, and the medieval island of Malta are complemented by calls at Messina, Salerno and Rome in Italy. The following Grand Voyage also reflects these changes:
- 13 October: 17 days from Barcelona to Rome
30 October: 12 days from Rome to Athens aboard Vista
Intriguing islands like beguiling Mykonos and Corfu in Greece, stunning Montenegro, legendary Sicily, and medieval Malta are combined with Rome, Cinque Terre, Toulon, Dubrovnik and Athens, the birthplace of democracy. The following Grand Voyages also reflect these changes:
- 30 October: 21 days from Rome to Rome
- 30 October: 36 days from Rome to Miami
11 November: 9 days from Athens to Rome aboard Vista
On this comprehensive itinerary, travellers can visit classical sites in Athens, Gythion and Argostoli in Greece, the islands of Montenegro, Malta and Sicily, plus Dubrovnik, Salerno and Rome. The following Grand Voyage also reflects these changes:
- 11 November: 24 days from Athens to Miami
24 Nov: 18 days from Istanbul to Dubai aboard Riviera
Sailing from Istanbul, fun-loving Mykonos, ancient Athens, the walled city of Dubrovnik, and the lesser-known resorts of Kotor and Argostoli give way to leisurely days at sea. Guests enjoy an overnight call in Dubai before disembarkation. The following Grand Voyages also reflect these changes:
- 14 November: 28 days from Barcelona to Dubai
- 24 November: 28 days from Istanbul to Abu Dhabi
- 24 November: 49 days from Istanbul to Singapore