Sonata 36-night London to Istanbul from London (Southampton), UK, Sep 15, 2027

Oceania Cruises · Sonata · Sep 15, 2027 – Oct 21, 2027

Visit London (Southampton), UK, La Rochelle, Bordeaux (Le Verdon), Bilbao, Gijon and 26 more ports

Departure London (Southampton), UK
Return Istanbul, Turkey
Duration 36 Nights
From $21149 pp

Itinerary

  1. Day 1
    London (Southampton), UK Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 5:00 PM
  2. Day 2
    At Sea Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
  3. Day 3
    La Rochelle Arrives 7:00 AM · Departs 5:00 PM
  4. Day 4
    Bordeaux (Le Verdon) Arrives 7:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
  5. Day 5
    Bordeaux (Le Verdon) Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 5:00 PM
  6. Day 6
    Bilbao Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 8:00 PM
  7. Day 7
    Gijon Arrives 7:00 AM · Departs 5:00 PM
  8. Day 8
    La Coruna, Spain Arrives 9:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
  9. Day 9
    La Coruna, Spain Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 4:00 PM
  10. Day 10
    Santiago de Compostela (Vigo) Arrives 7:00 AM · Departs 3:00 PM
  11. Day 11
    Lisbon, Portugal Arrives 7:00 AM · Departs 5:00 PM
  12. Day 12
    Portimao Arrives 7:00 AM · Departs 2:00 PM
  13. Day 13
    Malaga, Spain Arrives 7:00 AM · Departs 7:00 PM
  14. Day 14
    Alicante Arrives 12:01 PM · Departs 6:00 PM
  15. Day 15
    Barcelona, Spain Arrives 9:00 AM · Departs 7:00 PM
  16. Day 16
    Provence (Marseille), France Arrives 9:00 AM · Departs 5:00 PM
  17. Day 17
    Florence/Pisa/Tuscany (Livorno), Italy Arrives 11:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
  18. Day 18
    Florence/Pisa/Tuscany (Livorno), Italy Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 1:00 PM
  19. Day 19
    Salerno, Italy Arrives 9:00 AM · Departs 7:00 PM
  20. Day 20
    Catania, Sicily, Italy Arrives 9:00 AM · Departs 4:00 PM
  21. Day 21
    Corfu, Greece Arrives 11:00 AM · Departs 7:00 PM
  22. Day 22
    At Sea Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
  23. Day 23
    Trieste, Italy Arrives 7:00 AM · Departs 5:00 PM
  24. Day 24
    Rijeka Arrives 7:00 AM · Departs 5:00 PM
  25. Day 25
    Hvar Arrives 7:00 AM · Departs 4:00 PM
  26. Day 26
    Sarande Arrives 10:00 AM · Departs 6:00 PM
  27. Day 27
    Argostoli (Cephalonia) Arrives 7:00 AM · Departs 4:00 PM
  28. Day 28
    Chania (Crete), Greece Arrives 9:00 AM · Departs 8:00 PM
  29. Day 29
    Mykonos Arrives 7:00 AM · Departs 5:00 PM
  30. Day 30
    Athens (Piraeus) Arrives 7:00 AM · Departs 5:00 PM
  31. Day 31
    Paros Arrives 7:00 AM · Departs 5:00 PM
  32. Day 32
    Heraklion (Crete), Greece Arrives 7:00 AM · Departs 5:00 PM
  33. Day 33
    Rhodes Arrives 7:00 AM · Departs 5:00 PM
  34. Day 34
    Patmos Arrives 7:00 AM · Departs 5:00 PM
  35. Day 35
    Izmir Arrives 7:00 AM · Departs 4:00 PM
  36. Day 36
    Istanbul, Turkey Arrives 11:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
  37. Day 37
    Istanbul, Turkey Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM

Cabin Prices

Prices as of 2026-10-19.

Prices per person, based on double occupancy in USD.

Balcony $21149
Suite $29399

Ports of Call

  • London (Southampton), UK
  • La Rochelle
  • Bordeaux (Le Verdon)
  • Bilbao
  • Gijon
  • La Coruna, Spain
  • Santiago de Compostela (Vigo)
  • 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
  • Rijeka
  • Hvar
  • Sarande
  • Argostoli (Cephalonia)
  • Chania (Crete), Greece
  • Mykonos
  • Athens (Piraeus)
  • Paros
  • Heraklion (Crete), Greece
  • Rhodes
  • Patmos
  • Izmir
  • Istanbul, Turkey

About This Cruise

36-night Oceania Cruises Sonata cruise from London (Southampton), UK to La Rochelle, Bordeaux (Le Verdon), Bilbao and Gijon Compare cabins from $21,149.

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 London (Southampton), UK 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 36-night cruise like?
A 36-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.