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 Istanbul, Turkey 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 10-night cruise like?

A 10-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 10-night Istanbul To Trieste from Istanbul, Turkey, Oct 21, 2027

Oceania Cruises · Sonata · Oct 21, 2027 – Oct 31, 2027

Visit Istanbul, Turkey, Ephesus (Kusadasi), Turkey, Athens (Piraeus), Chania (Crete), Greece, Argostoli (Cephalonia) and 5 more ports

Departure Istanbul, Turkey

Return Trieste, Italy

Duration 10 Nights

From $5299 pp

Itinerary

Day 1

Istanbul, Turkey Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 2

Istanbul, Turkey Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 10:00 AM
Day 3

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

Athens (Piraeus) Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 6:00 PM
Day 5

Chania (Crete), Greece Arrives 7:00 AM · Departs 3:00 PM
Day 6

Argostoli (Cephalonia) Arrives 7:00 AM · Departs 3:00 PM
Day 7

Kotor Arrives 10:00 AM · Departs 7:00 PM
Day 8

Dubrovnik, Croatia Arrives 7:00 AM · Departs 5:00 PM
Day 9

Split Arrives 7:00 AM · Departs 5:00 PM
Day 10

Koper, Slovenia Arrives 10:00 AM · Departs 8:00 PM
Day 11

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 $5299

Suite $7399

Ports of Call

Istanbul, Turkey
Ephesus (Kusadasi), Turkey
Athens (Piraeus)
Chania (Crete), Greece
Argostoli (Cephalonia)
Kotor
Dubrovnik, Croatia
Split
Koper, Slovenia
Trieste, Italy

About This Cruise

10-night Oceania Cruises Sonata cruise from Istanbul, Turkey to Ephesus (Kusadasi), Turkey, Athens (Piraeus), Chania (Crete), Greece and Argostoli…

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 Istanbul, Turkey 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 10-night cruise like?: A 10-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.