What is included in the cruise fare?

Standard cruise fares include your cabin, onboard meals at main dining venues, most non-specialty entertainment, use of pools and common facilities, and transport between ports of call. Gratuities, specialty dining, alcoholic drinks, shore excursions and onboard spa services are typically billed separately.

How far in advance should I book this cruise?

For popular sailings, booking 6–12 months ahead typically gives the best cabin selection and fares. Last-minute discounts can appear 30–60 days before departure when the cruise line wants to fill remaining cabins on Oosterdam.

What documents do I need to board?

Most international itineraries require a passport valid for at least six months beyond your return date. Closed-loop sailings that depart and return to the same U.S. port from Civitavecchia (Rome) may accept a government-issued photo ID plus a certified birth certificate for U.S. citizens — always verify with the cruise line.

Can I change or cancel my booking?

Change and cancellation policies depend on Holland America Line's fare type and how close you are to departure. Refundable deposits typically allow changes up to the final-payment date without penalty; closer to sailing, cancellation fees scale up. Review the specific fare rules before booking.

What is a 21-night cruise like?

A 21-night cruise balances relaxing sea days with active port days. You can expect a mix of onboard programming — dining, entertainment, spa and fitness — and multiple shore excursions from Oosterdam. Pack for both formal nights and casual deck days.

Oosterdam 21-night 21-Day Adriatic Antiquities: Italy, Croatia & Greek Isles from Civitavecchia (Rome), Sep 11, 2027

Holland America Line · Oosterdam · Sep 11, 2027 – Oct 02, 2027

Visit Civitavecchia (Rome), Naples (Pompeii), Palermo, Sicily, Messina, Italy, Cruising Strait Of Messina and 13 more ports

Departure Civitavecchia (Rome)

Return Piraeus (Athens), Greece

Duration 21 Nights

From $6139 pp

Itinerary

Day 1

Civitavecchia (Rome) Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 5:00 PM
Day 2

Naples (Pompeii) Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 6:00 PM
Day 3

Palermo, Sicily Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 5:00 PM
Day 4

Messina, Italy Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 5:00 PM
Day 4

Cruising Strait Of Messina Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 5

At Sea Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 6

Kerkira (Corfu) Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 5:00 PM
Day 7

Scenic cruising Bay of Kotor Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 7

Kotor Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 11:00 PM
Day 8

Dubrovnik Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 5:00 PM
Day 9

Split Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 5:00 PM
Day 10

At Sea Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 11

Trieste, Italy Arrives 7:00 AM · Departs 5:00 PM
Day 12

Split Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 5:00 PM
Day 13

Dubrovnik Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 5:00 PM
Day 14

At Sea Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 15

Thira (Santorini) Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 7:00 PM
Day 16

Mykonos Arrives 7:00 AM · Departs 6:00 PM
Day 17

Kos Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 5:00 PM
Day 18

Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey Arrives 7:00 AM · Departs 4:00 PM
Day 19

Istanbul Arrives 12:00 PM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 20

Istanbul Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 7:00 PM
Day 20

Cruising The Dardanelles Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 21

At Sea Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 22

Piraeus (Athens), Greece Arrives 5:30 AM · Departs 12:00 AM

Cabin Prices

Prices as of 2026-10-19.

Prices per person, based on double occupancy in USD.

Inside $6139

Ocean View $7049

Balcony $9359

Suite $9649

Ports of Call

Civitavecchia (Rome)
Naples (Pompeii)
Palermo, Sicily
Messina, Italy
Cruising Strait Of Messina
Kerkira (Corfu)
Scenic cruising Bay of Kotor
Kotor
Dubrovnik
Split
Trieste, Italy
Thira (Santorini)
Mykonos
Kos
Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey
Istanbul
Cruising The Dardanelles
Piraeus (Athens), Greece

About This Cruise

21-night Holland America Line Oosterdam cruise from Civitavecchia (Rome) to Naples (Pompeii), Palermo, Sicily, Messina, Italy and Cruising Strait Of…

Cruise Line Holland America Line

Ship Oosterdam

Frequently asked questions

What is included in the cruise fare?: Standard cruise fares include your cabin, onboard meals at main dining venues, most non-specialty entertainment, use of pools and common facilities, and transport between ports of call. Gratuities, specialty dining, alcoholic drinks, shore excursions and onboard spa services are typically billed separately.
How far in advance should I book this cruise?: For popular sailings, booking 6–12 months ahead typically gives the best cabin selection and fares. Last-minute discounts can appear 30–60 days before departure when the cruise line wants to fill remaining cabins on Oosterdam.
What documents do I need to board?: Most international itineraries require a passport valid for at least six months beyond your return date. Closed-loop sailings that depart and return to the same U.S. port from Civitavecchia (Rome) may accept a government-issued photo ID plus a certified birth certificate for U.S. citizens — always verify with the cruise line.
Can I change or cancel my booking?: Change and cancellation policies depend on Holland America Line's fare type and how close you are to departure. Refundable deposits typically allow changes up to the final-payment date without penalty; closer to sailing, cancellation fees scale up. Review the specific fare rules before booking.
What is a 21-night cruise like?: A 21-night cruise balances relaxing sea days with active port days. You can expect a mix of onboard programming — dining, entertainment, spa and fitness — and multiple shore excursions from Oosterdam. Pack for both formal nights and casual deck days.