Crowning Ancient Cultures
Wednesday, September 15, 2027
Thursday, October 21, 2027
36 Nights
Southampton
Oceania Sonata
Route Map
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1
Southampton
England
Wander through the medieval Old Town's half-timbered streets and discover centuries of maritime history in England's most storied port city.
Arrive
2027-09-15 07:00:00
Depart
2027-09-15 17:00:00
Day 2
🌊 At Sea
Day 3
La Rochelle
France
Climb the iconic medieval towers rising from the harbor to discover panoramic Atlantic views and centuries of maritime history.
Arrive
2027-09-17 07:00:00
Depart
2027-09-17 17:00:00
Day 4
Pauillac
France
Tour world-renowned vineyards and taste exceptional Bordeaux wines in the heart of France's most prestigious wine region.
Arrive
2027-09-18 07:00:00
Day 5
Pauillac
France
Tour world-renowned vineyards and taste exceptional Bordeaux wines in the heart of France's most prestigious wine region.
Arrive
2027-09-19 00:00:00
Depart
2027-09-19 17:00:00
Day 6
Bilbao
Spain
Marvel at Frank Gehry's breathtaking titanium Guggenheim Museum, a masterpiece that redefined modern architecture and transformed Bilbao into a cultural destination.
Arrive
2027-09-20 08:00:00
Depart
2027-09-20 20:00:00
Day 7
Gijón
Spain
Explore the charming historic old town with its colorful waterfront cafes and pristine beaches that blend Asturian culture with Atlantic coastal beauty.
Arrive
2027-09-21 07:00:00
Depart
2027-09-21 17:00:00
Day 8
La Coruña
Spain
Marvel at the iconic Tower of Hercules, the world's oldest lighthouse still in use, standing sentinel over dramatic Atlantic cliffs.
Arrive
2027-09-22 07:00:00
Depart
2027-09-22 17:00:00
Day 9
Vigo
Spain
Wander through centuries-old granite streets in the medieval Old Town, where Galician culture and Atlantic seafood traditions come alive.
Arrive
2027-09-23 07:00:00
Depart
2027-09-23 17:00:00
Day 10
Porto
Portugal
Wander through azulejo-tiled medieval streets and taste port wine straight from historic cellars perched above the Douro River.
Arrive
2027-09-24 07:00:00
Depart
2027-09-24 17:00:00
Day 11
Lisbon
Portugal
Ride the iconic yellow tram 28 through winding cobblestone streets and discover pastel-colored neighborhoods steeped in centuries of maritime history.
Arrive
2027-09-25 07:00:00
Depart
2027-09-25 17:00:00
Day 12
Portimão
Portugal
Kayak through golden limestone cliffs and secret sea caves sculpted by centuries of Atlantic waves.
Arrive
2027-09-26 07:00:00
Depart
2027-09-26 14:00:00
Day 13
Málaga
Spain
Wander through whitewashed villages clinging to dramatic cliffs while sipping crisp mountain wines in Spain's legendary Andalusian heartland.
Arrive
2027-09-27 07:00:00
Depart
2027-09-27 19:00:00
Day 14
Alicante
Spain
Wander through centuries of history in the atmospheric Santa Barbara Castle perched above the Mediterranean with panoramic coastal views.
Arrive
2027-09-28 12:00:00
Depart
2027-09-28 18:00:00
Day 15
Barcelona
Spain
Wander through whimsical architectural masterpieces and vibrant Gothic quarters where Gaudí's genius meets Mediterranean charm.
Arrive
2027-09-29 09:00:00
Depart
2027-09-29 19:00:00
Day 16
Marseille
France
Explore the otherworldly Calanques National Park where towering limestone cliffs plunge into turquoise Mediterranean waters perfect for swimming and kayaking.
Arrive
2027-09-30 09:00:00
Depart
2027-09-30 17:00:00
Day 17
Livorno
Italy
Wander through the Renaissance masterpiece of Pisa's Leaning Tower, just 25 minutes away by train from this charming Tuscan port city.
Arrive
2027-10-01 11:00:00
Day 18
Livorno
Italy
Wander through the Renaissance masterpiece of Pisa's Leaning Tower, just 25 minutes away by train from this charming Tuscan port city.
Arrive
2027-10-02 00:00:00
Depart
2027-10-02 13:00:00
Day 19
Salerno
Italy
Wander through pastel-colored villages clinging to dramatic cliffs along the breathtaking Amalfi Coast.
Arrive
2027-10-03 09:00:00
Depart
2027-10-03 19:00:00
Day 20
Catania
Italy
Wander through baroque plazas and climb Mount Etna, Europe's most active volcano towering majestically over Sicily's charming coastal city.
Arrive
2027-10-04 09:00:00
Depart
2027-10-04 16:00:00
Day 21
Corfu
Greece
Wander the enchanting Venetian Old Town with its pastel-colored buildings and dramatic fortress perched above turquoise Ionian waters.
Arrive
2027-10-05 11:00:00
Depart
2027-10-05 19:00:00
Day 22
🌊 At Sea
Day 23
Trieste
Italy
Wander through centuries of Austro-Hungarian grandeur in the elegant piazzas and ornate palaces of this captivating Mediterranean port city.
Arrive
2027-10-07 07:00:00
Depart
2027-10-07 17:00:00
Day 24
Rijeka
Croatia
Wander through centuries-old Austro-Hungarian architecture while savoring fresh seafood at harborside cafes overlooking the sparkling Adriatic Sea.
Arrive
2027-10-08 07:00:00
Depart
2027-10-08 17:00:00
Day 25
Hvar Island
Croatia
Wander the lavender-covered hills and medieval stone streets while sipping world-class wines overlooking the sparkling Adriatic Sea.
Arrive
2027-10-09 07:00:00
Depart
2027-10-09 16:00:00
Day 26
Sarandë
Albania
Dive into crystal-clear turquoise waters to explore sunken ancient ruins and vibrant underwater caves along the Ionian coast.
Arrive
2027-10-10 10:00:00
Depart
2027-10-10 18:00:00
Day 27
Argostoli
Greece
Dive into the luminescent Melissani Cave Lake where turquoise waters glow beneath a stunning stalactite-studded ceiling.
Arrive
2027-10-11 07:00:00
Depart
2027-10-11 16:00:00
Day 28
Khania
Greece
Wander through pastel-colored Venetian buildings and dine on fresh seafood overlooking the iconic lighthouse at this romantic Mediterranean harbor.
Arrive
2027-10-12 09:00:00
Depart
2027-10-12 20:00:00
Day 29
Mykonos
Greece
Dance until dawn in legendary beach clubs where Mediterranean sunsets meet world-class DJs and crystal-clear waters.
Arrive
2027-10-13 07:00:00
Depart
2027-10-13 17:00:00
Day 30
Piraeus
Greece
Wander through the Acropolis to stand before the magnificent Parthenon overlooking Athens and the sparkling Aegean Sea.
Arrive
2027-10-14 07:00:00
Depart
2027-10-14 17:00:00
Day 31
Páros
Greece
Wander marble-white villages clinging to cliffsides while savoring fresh seafood overlooking the glittering Aegean Sea.
Arrive
2027-10-15 07:00:00
Depart
2027-10-15 17:00:00
Day 32
Heraklion (Iraklion), Crete
Greece
Wander through the legendary Palace of Knossos to discover Europe's oldest civilization and the mythical home of King Minos.
Arrive
2027-10-16 07:00:00
Depart
2027-10-16 17:00:00
Day 33
Rhodes
Greece
Wander the medieval streets of the Old Town and stand before the legendary Palace of the Grand Masters, where crusader history comes alive.
Arrive
2027-10-17 07:00:00
Depart
2027-10-17 17:00:00
Day 34
Pátmos
Greece
Ascend to the mountaintop Monastery of Saint John the Theologian, where Byzantine treasures and panoramic Aegean views reward every step.
Arrive
2027-10-18 07:00:00
Depart
2027-10-18 17:00:00
Day 35
Izmir
Turkey
Wander through ancient Greek ruins at Ephesus, one of the world's best-preserved archaeological sites, just a short drive from the port.
Arrive
2027-10-19 07:00:00
Depart
2027-10-19 16:00:00
Day 36
Istanbul
Turkey
Float across the shimmering Bosphorus to witness the breathtaking Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia rising majestically from centuries past.
Arrive
2027-10-20 11:00:00
Day 37
Istanbul
Turkey
Float across the shimmering Bosphorus to witness the breathtaking Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia rising majestically from centuries past.
Arrive
2027-10-21 00:00:00
About This Cruise
From $13,729 per person
36 nights on
Oceania Sonata
with
Oceania Cruises
Book Cruise
↗
