Oosterdam Historic Mediterranean Cruise

 The MS Oosterdam, operated by Holland America Line, is a mid-sized Vista-class ship launched in 2003, accommodating around 2,000 guests. It offers a calm; sophisticated cruising experience focused on relaxation rather than high-energy entertainment. Guests can enjoy a range of dining options, live music, spa facilities, and well-appointed cabins, many featuring private balconies, making it ideal for those seeking a peaceful and refined voyage.

• Accommodation in your selected cabin

• Main dining (restaurants, buffet, basic room service)

• Entertainment (live music, shows, onboard activities)

• Access to pools, gym, and most public areas

• Port-to-port transportation on the cruise itinerary

• Youth programs (if applicable)
• Port taxes

• Shore excursions in ports like Portofino, Marseille, or Barcelona

• Alcoholic drinks, specialty coffees, and soft drink packages

• Specialty dining restaurants (e.g., steakhouse, Italian venues)

• Gratuities (service charges)

• Spa treatments, salon services, and casino spending

• Wi-Fi/internet packages

• Travel insurance, flights, and transfers

• During your cruise, you have the flexibility to explore the places you visit on your own or book an excursion through the CruiseLine.
• Please note that booking excursions will incur an additional charge.

Day 1: Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy Depart 05:00 PM
Day 2: Livorno (Florence/Pisa), Italy 07:00 AM To 07:00 PM
Day 3: Portofino, Italy- Tender 07:00 AM To 05:00 PM
Day 4: Marseille (Provence), France 07:00 AM To 06:00 PM
Day 5: Day At Sea
Day 6: Gibraltar 12:00 PM To 07:00 PM
Day 7: Day At Sea
Day 8: Barcelona, Spain Arrive 07:00 AM

Prices mentioned are starting prices and subject to change at the time of confirmation

Pregnancy Policy

Women cannot have begun their 24th week of pregnancy at any time before or during the cruise. If you are pregnant or sailing with a guest who is pregnant they must provide a physician’s letter stating the expected due date, medical fitness to travel and the pregnancy is not high risk. Please also include your name, booking number, ship and sailing date.

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Holland America Line's youth activities program, Club HAL, offers an array of entertaining events for kids and teens ages 3-17, supervised by a full-time, professionally trained staff. They'll have an opportunity to join other kids their age for arts and crafts, sports, video game competitions, scavenger hunts, challenging team games and themed parties. Club HAL is offered on board all ships except for  Maasdam & Oosterdam*. 

*Oosterdam features a new youth and family game room, High Score!, as well as additional kids’ programming. 

Babysitting services: On sea days, limited babysitting may be available through Guest Services for children five years of age and under. The cost is $10 per hour for the first child and $7 per hour for each additional child (NOTE: Fees are subject to change without notice). This service is provided by staff on a volunteer basis and may not always be available. 
Babysitting service is not offered while the ship is in port, although Club HAL® does offer activities for children aged 3-12 between 8:00am and 4:00pm on port days. Babysitting will not be allowed while the parents are off the ship, and in-cabin babysitting is not available.

Voyages 5 Nights or Longer:  

Days Prior to Cruise Departure   Cancellation Charge

90+ days                                  100% refund

89-83 days                                100% refund, less required deposit amount

82-46 days                                50% refund of gross fare

45 days or less                           No refund available

• Tourists shall apply for a Schengen Visa - Click to Apply
• The Visas have to be valid at the time of sailing.
• Visa on hold status or expired will not be allowed to embark on the cruise.