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 Sonata.

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 Lisbon, Portugal 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 Oceania Cruises'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 12-night cruise like?

A 12-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 Sonata. Pack for both formal nights and casual deck days.

Sonata 12-night Lisbon to Trieste from Lisbon, Portugal, Sep 25, 2027

Oceania Cruises · Sonata · Sep 25, 2027 – Oct 07, 2027

Visit Lisbon, Portugal, Portimao, Malaga, Spain, Alicante, Barcelona, Spain and 6 more ports

Departure Lisbon, Portugal

Return Trieste, Italy

Duration 12 Nights

From $6699 pp

Itinerary

Day 1

Lisbon, Portugal Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 5:00 PM
Day 2

Portimao Arrives 7:00 AM · Departs 2:00 PM
Day 3

Malaga, Spain Arrives 7:00 AM · Departs 7:00 PM
Day 4

Alicante Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 6:00 PM
Day 5

Barcelona, Spain Arrives 9:00 AM · Departs 7:00 PM
Day 6

Provence (Marseille), France Arrives 9:00 AM · Departs 5:00 PM
Day 7

Florence/Pisa/Tuscany (Livorno), Italy Arrives 11:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 8

Florence/Pisa/Tuscany (Livorno), Italy Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 1:00 PM
Day 9

Salerno, Italy Arrives 9:00 AM · Departs 7:00 PM
Day 10

Catania, Sicily, Italy Arrives 9:00 AM · Departs 4:00 PM
Day 11

Corfu, Greece Arrives 11:00 AM · Departs 7:00 PM
Day 12

At Sea Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 13

Trieste, Italy 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.

Balcony $6699

Suite $10399

Ports of Call

Lisbon, Portugal
Portimao
Malaga, Spain
Alicante
Barcelona, Spain
Provence (Marseille), France
Florence/Pisa/Tuscany (Livorno), Italy
Salerno, Italy
Catania, Sicily, Italy
Corfu, Greece
Trieste, Italy

About This Cruise

12-night Oceania Cruises Sonata cruise from Lisbon, Portugal to Portimao, Malaga, Spain, Alicante and Barcelona, Spain Compare cabins from $6,699.

Cruise Line Oceania Cruises

Ship Sonata

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 Sonata.
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 Lisbon, Portugal 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 Oceania Cruises'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 12-night cruise like?: A 12-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 Sonata. Pack for both formal nights and casual deck days.