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 Trieste, Italy 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 Ancient Seas: Adriatic, Greek Isles & Istanbul from Trieste, Italy, Sep 21, 2027

Holland America Line · Oosterdam · Sep 21, 2027 – Oct 12, 2027

Visit Trieste, Italy, Split, Dubrovnik, Thira (Santorini), Mykonos and 8 more ports

Departure Trieste, Italy

Return Civitavecchia (Rome)

Duration 21 Nights

From $5964 pp

Itinerary

Day 1

Trieste, Italy Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 5:00 PM
Day 2

Split Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 5:00 PM
Day 3

Dubrovnik Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 5:00 PM
Day 4

At Sea Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 5

Thira (Santorini) Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 7:00 PM
Day 6

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

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

Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey Arrives 7:00 AM · Departs 4:00 PM
Day 9

Istanbul Arrives 12:00 PM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 10

Istanbul Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 7:00 PM
Day 10

Cruising The Dardanelles Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 11

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

Piraeus (Athens), Greece Arrives 5:30 AM · Departs 5:00 PM
Day 13

Mykonos Arrives 7:00 AM · Departs 8:00 PM
Day 14

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

Istanbul Arrives 7:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 16

Istanbul Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 5:00 PM
Day 17

At Sea Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 18

Thira (Santorini) Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 5:00 PM
Day 19

Souda (Chania) Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 6:00 PM
Day 20

At Sea Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 21

Messina, Italy Arrives 7:00 AM · Departs 1:00 PM
Day 22

Civitavecchia (Rome) Arrives 7:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM

Cabin Prices

Prices as of 2026-10-19.

Prices per person, based on double occupancy in USD.

Inside $5964

Ocean View $6284

Balcony $8114

Suite $10924

Ports of Call

Trieste, Italy
Split
Dubrovnik
Thira (Santorini)
Mykonos
Kos
Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey
Istanbul
Cruising The Dardanelles
Piraeus (Athens), Greece
Souda (Chania)
Messina, Italy
Civitavecchia (Rome)

About This Cruise

21-night Holland America Line Oosterdam cruise from Trieste, Italy to Split, Dubrovnik, Thira (Santorini) and Mykonos Compare cabins from $5,964.

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 Trieste, Italy 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.