Istanbul to Barcelona with Oceania – New Year Sale

DAY 1 – ISTANBUL, TURKEY

Indulge your eyes and senses in this magnificent city astride two continents. Visit beautiful Topkapi Palace, the awesome Hagia Sophia and the impressive Blue Mosque. Cruise the Bosphorus to see the city and its surroundings from another perspective. Visit one of the many museums or stroll through the spice market and the famous Grand Bazaar.

DAY 2 – PERGAMUM (DIKILI), TURKEY

Perched on the Aegean Sea, the fishing village of Dikili abounds in natural beauty. A drive through the countryside reveals spectacular mountains, pine forests, olive groves and thermal springs. The region presents a genuine look at rural Turkish life, and you will feel that same authenticity as you meander the cobbled streets of Dikili. History lovers will marvel at the ruins of Pergamum, considered to be among the best in the world.

DAY 3 –  IZMIR, TURKEY

Dive into the surf or soak up the sun on any number of Izmir’s magnificent beaches. Visit the lavish Izmir Clock Tower as you stroll through the celebrated Konak Square. Soak up the local scenery as you meander along the relaxing Kordonboyu oceanfront promenade.

DAY 4 – ATHENS, GREECE

Climb up the magnificent Acropolis and stand in awe of the Parthenon, the beautiful temples and the view over Athens stretched out before you. See city highlights including the new and old Olympic stadiums. Journey to Cape Sounion and the temple of Poseidon overlooking the sea, or visit ancient Corinth and the narrow Corinth Canal cut through miles of solid rock.

DAY 5 – AT SEA

DAY 6 – MESSINA (SICILY), ITALY 

Visit beautiful Taormina and marvel at its famous Greek theater and the stunning view of Mount Etna. Explore lovely medieval Messina with its historic churches and the cathedral where it is rumored Richard the Lionheart worshipped in 1190. Or discover ancient Tyndaris, founded in 396 B.C., with its fine mosaics, Roman baths and impressive theater overlooking the sea.

DAY 7 – NAPLES/POMPEII, ITALY 

Spend a day exploring the fabulous ruins of ancient Pompeii or Herculaneum with their stunning temples, frescoes and mosaics. Explore fascinating Naples and its famed museums, visit charming Sorrento or take a boat trip to the beautiful Isle of Capri.

DAY 8 – FLORENCE/PISA/TUSCANY (LIVORNO), ITALY

Spend a glorious day amidst the fabled architecture of this Renaissance city. See the Duomo with Brunelleschi’s dome, the famous baptistry, Michelangelo’s magnificent David, the bridge over the Arno and the astonishing Uffizi Gallery. Visit Pisa’s superb Campo dei Miracoli and its beautiful cathedral and famed campanile. Or enjoy the Tuscan countryside, Siena and San Gimignano, renowned for its medieval towers. Shopping: Find leather goods, lingerie, gold jewelry, Florentine mosaic, lace, marbled paper items, antiques and fine art. Dining: Savor the prosciutto, pecorino cheese and infinite variety of breads, cakes and salamis.

DAY 9 – NICE (VILLEFRANCHE), FRANCE

Embraced by Nice and the picturesque village of Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, the bay of Villefranche is considered one of the most beautiful in the world. In the heart of the Côte d’Azur, Villefranche invites you to uncover its old-fashioned charms among the lanes of its 14th-century old town and seaside cafés. Nice also enchants with its superb medieval ambiance, particularly at the Cours Saleya markets in the old quarter, where the scents of the bustling flower stalls waft through the streets. The hilltop village of Eze, another nearby French Riviera gem, offers mesmerizing views from its location on a rocky peak above the Mediterranean.

DAY 10 – PROVENCE (MARSEILLE), FRANCE

See the sights and enjoy the views of historic old Marseille and visit the charming fishing port of Cassis. Or venture into the celebrated Provençal countryside with its fields of lavender and sunflowers. Explore lovely Aix or stroll through Avignon and its Papal Palace and the hilltop village of Les Baux.

DAY 11 – BARCELONA, SPAIN

Visit the magnificent Gothic cathedral and the amazing La Sagrada Familia, Antoni Gaudí’s unfinished masterpiece. Enjoy the lovely Montjuic Gardens, Gaudí’s other fabulous structures, the charming squares of the old Gothic Quarter and the Ramblas, Barcelona’s famed downtown promenade. Or visit beautiful Montserrat and its monastery in a breathtaking setting high in the mountains.

Experience Small & Luxurious Ships

As you enjoy imaginative destination experiences around the world, relax aboard Oceania Cruises’ small, luxurious ships and savour The Finest Cuisine at Sea.

Discover the myriad ways in which our culinary experience is better than ever – delight in fresh flavours and dishes with our new pizzeria and trattoria, the ever-changing Chef’s Market Dinners at Terrace Café and much more.

Regardless of which of our ships you are sailing on, you might indulge in a rejuvenating massage at Aquamar Spa + Vitality Centre, partake in a convivial wine tasting or attend an engaging talk by one of our Guest Speakers. Enjoy a romantic dinner for two at one of our gourmet restaurants and crown the night with a lively musical. Oceania Cruises invites you on the voyage of a lifetime that finally fulfils your passion for travel.

Small ship luxury

Whichever corner of the globe beckons to you next, Oceania Cruises will take you there in comfort and style. You’ll always enjoy a refined and welcoming ambiance, warm personalized service, The Finest Cuisine at Sea and inclusive amenities wherever you choose to sail. The gracious pace of life on board only enhances the experience – there’s never any need to rush, worry about crowds or wait in long lines. Join us on one of our small and luxurious ships catering to no more than 1,238 guests and discover what Small Ship Luxury truly means.

Culinary Masterpieces

While every aspect of the Oceania Cruises experience is a study in gracious understatement, our passion for serving The Finest Cuisine at Sea® is anything but. Our commitment to culinary excellence shines from beginning to end, from sourcing premium artisanal ingredients from around the world to our spacious state-of-the-art galleys and our distinguished chefs who are continually inspired by Master Chef Jacques Pépin, our Executive Culinary Director.

Wellness at Sea

On a voyage with Oceania Cruises, you not only chart a new course to alluring ports of call but also discover new paths to wellness. Travel inspires the mind, uplifts the soul and invigorates the body, and the journey is as inspiring as the destination. You naturally enhance your well-being while on board our ships and during explorations ashore because the entire experience nurtures that most cherished gift – your health and vitality.

Enriching Activities

From reading comfortably in the library to sipping fine vintages at a wine tasting, a wonderful spectrum of enriching activities awaits you on board. Join one of our esteemed guest lecturers to discover their unique cultural and destination expertise, or learn to prepare a variety of exquisite dishes at The Culinary Centre, our state-of-the-art cooking school on Marina and Riviera. Embrace your inner artist at Artist Loft, where talented artists-in-residence offer inspiring workshops on Marina and Riviera as well as Insignia world cruises. Spend the afternoon with friends at a lively trivia contest or bridge tournament.

Entertainment

Evenings aboard Oceania Cruises can be anything you desire. Marvel at the continuously changing talented guest entertainers as you delight in high-energy production shows, talented vocalists, classical music and more. Perhaps stop by the lively Monte Carlo-style Casino for a rousing game or two. Unforgettable evenings are just steps from your stateroom.