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Holland America Line · Nieuw Amsterdam

21-Day Around Italy's Boot: Greek Isles & Istanbul Overnight

Sep 10, 2028 – Oct 1, 202821 nightsCivitavecchia (Rome) to Athens (Piraeus)

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Naples (Pompeii/Amalfi)

Italy

Day
2
Date
Sep 11, 2028
Arrive
8:00 AM
Depart
6:00 PM

Rising behind the wide curve of its bay with brooding Mount Vesuvius and the deep blue sea as a backdrop, Naples, Italy enjoys a magnificent natural setting.

Nieuw Amsterdam

Guests
2,106
Year built
2010
Deck plans

Nieuw Amsterdam

Guests
2,106
Year built
2010
Deck plans

Messina

Italy

Day
3
Date
Sep 12, 2028
Arrive
8:00 AM
Depart
5:00 PM

Gateway to Mt. Etna, the awe-inspiring and still-active volcano, the seaport of Messina is the third-largest city in Sicily. Known for its fine cathedral, museums and for its rich Sicilian wines, Messina and the surrounding area was also the location for much of the Godfather series of films.

Valletta

Malta

Day
4
Date
Sep 13, 2028
Arrive
8:00 AM
Depart
9:00 PM

Occupied successively by the Phoenicians, Greeks, Carthaginians, Romans, Arabs, French and British, Malta has been of strategic importance throughout history. A British Crown Colony until 1964, Malta received the George Cross for its valiant resistance to German occupation in WWII.

Zakinthos

Greece

Day
6
Date
Sep 15, 2028
Arrive
8:00 AM
Depart
5:00 PM

You could say that Zákinthos, the third-largest Ionian island, traces its roots back to a garbage dump. Legends claim that after creating the world, God swept all the odds and ends into the sea.

Kerkira, Nisos Kerkira (Corfu)

Greece

Day
7
Date
Sep 16, 2028
Arrive
8:00 AM
Depart
5:00 PM

Corfu is the pearl of the Ionian Sea, attracting royalty from across Europe in the 19th century, and modern celebrities from all over the world ever since. The island reflects a triple heritage.

Kotor

Montenegro

Day
8
Date
Sep 17, 2028
Arrive
8:00 AM
Depart
11:00 PM

Kotor is a town of medieval architecture and historic monuments, influenced by its time under the rule of the Republic of Venice between 1420 and 1797. Set to a backdrop of majestic mountains, the scenery is second to none, so be sure to keep your camera handy.

Dubrovnik

Croatia

Day
9
Date
Sep 18, 2028
Arrive
8:00 AM
Depart
5:00 PM

Founded in the 7th century, Dubrovnik rose to greatness as a merchant state, independent republic and cultural crossroads. The traffic-free Old Town has been called a Croatian Athens.

Split

Croatia

Day
10
Date
Sep 19, 2028
Arrive
8:00 AM
Depart
5:00 PM

Split is an ancient city founded on the Adriatic coast toward the end of the 3rd century. It is here that the emperor Diocletian built his walled castle on the slopes above the bay.

Zadar

Croatia

Day
13
Date
Sep 22, 2028
Arrive
7:00 AM
Depart
3:00 PM

It may sound like the name of some fantastic distant land or even a planet, but the only things out of this world about Zadar are its seaside views, delicious Croatian-Mediterranean cuisine and wines and the warm welcome when you arrive in this history-steeped Croatian town.

Thira (Santorini)

Greece

Day
16
Date
Sep 25, 2028
Arrive
8:00 AM
Depart
7:00 PM

Santorini, the jewel in the crown of Greece's Cyclades, is best known as the island with the giant volcanic caldera at its heart. All but the largest ships can anchor here in this stunningly scenic bay.

Mykonos

Greece

Day
17
Date
Sep 26, 2028
Arrive
7:00 AM
Depart
6:00 PM

The quintessential Greek island of Mykonos is marked by whitewashed houses, domed churches, imposing windmills, and a labyrinth of winding streets designed to disorient pirates. Everywhere there is a dash of bright, bold blue - doors, shutters and window frames, sea and sky.

Kusadasi (Ephesus)

Turkey

Day
18
Date
Sep 27, 2028
Arrive
8:00 AM
Depart
5:00 PM

Kusadasi in Turkey is the gateway to one of the most legendary cities of the ancient world: Ephesus. St. Paul preached in its Great Theater, while the facade of the Celsus Library survives as a testament to the city's role as a center of learning and culture.

Istanbul

Turkey

Day
19
Date
Sep 28, 2028
Arrive
2:00 PM

Arriving in Istanbul, Turkey on board a ship is an unforgettable experience. The Bosphorus, dividing Europe and Asia, welcomes passengers with ocean breezes, soaring seagulls and-if you're lucky-playful dolphins that frolic en route to the port. On deck is where the views of Istanbul's best attractions await.

Piraeus (Athens)

Greece

Day
22
Date
Oct 1, 2028
Arrive
7:00 AM

Piraeus has been the port for Athens since 482 BC. The busy harbor is filled with ferries and cruise ships making their way to the Greek Islands and other Mediterranean cities. The busy metropolis of Athens and its treasure trove of antiquities lie just a few miles from the port.

Pinnacle Suite

1,290 sq ft

Our premier 1,290 sq. ft. Pinnacle Suite features floor-to-ceiling glass doors, a large private verandah, living, dining, and dressing rooms, and lush sleeping accommodations with luxurious Duxiana® king beds. These elegant suites sleep up to four guests and include a deep soaking tub and an independent, full-size shower stall, dual-sink vanities, and guest toilets.

Neptune Suite

465–502 sq ft

From $13,249 per person

Featuring floor-to-ceiling glass doors, a spacious private verandah, expansive sitting areas, and comfortable sleeping accommodations with Mariner’s Dream™ beds, our 465–502 sq. ft. suite sleeps up to four guests and boasts a deep soaking tub and an independent, full-size shower stall, dual-sink vanities, premium bathrobes, pillow menus, fresh flowers, and binoculars.

Length
21 nights
Departs
Sep 10, 2028, Civitavecchia (Rome)
Returns
Oct 1, 2028, Athens (Piraeus)
Ports of call
16
Days at sea
4
Ship
Nieuw Amsterdam

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Offers on this sailing

  • Have It All Early Booking Bonus

Highlights

  • Cruising Strait of Messina
  • Scenic cruising Bay of Kotor
  • Cruising The Dardanelles

Itinerary

  1. Day 1Sep 10

    Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy

    Depart 5:00 PM

    Embark

  2. Day 2Sep 11

    Naples (Pompeii/Amalfi), Italy

    Arrive 8:00 AMDepart 6:00 PM

  3. Day 3Sep 12

    Messina, Italy

    Arrive 8:00 AMDepart 5:00 PM

    Messina
  4. Day 3Sep 12

    Cruising Strait of Messina

    Scenic cruising

  5. Day 4Sep 13

    Valletta, Malta

    Arrive 8:00 AMDepart 9:00 PM

    Valletta
  6. Day 5Sep 14

    At sea

  7. Day 6Sep 15

    Zakinthos, Greece

    Arrive 8:00 AMDepart 5:00 PM

    Tender

    Zakinthos
  8. Day 7Sep 16

    Kerkira, Nisos Kerkira (Corfu), Greece

    Arrive 8:00 AMDepart 5:00 PM

    Kerkira, Nisos Kerkira (Corfu)
  9. Day 8Sep 17

    Scenic cruising Bay of Kotor

    Scenic cruising

  10. Day 8Sep 17

    Kotor, Montenegro

    Arrive 8:00 AMDepart 11:00 PM

    Tender

    Kotor
  11. Day 9Sep 18

    Dubrovnik, Croatia

    Arrive 8:00 AMDepart 5:00 PM

    Dubrovnik
  12. Day 10Sep 19

    Split, Croatia

    Arrive 8:00 AMDepart 5:00 PM

    Split
  13. Day 11Sep 20

    At sea

  14. Day 12Sep 21

    Trieste (Venice), Italy

    Arrive 7:00 AMDepart 5:00 PM

  15. Day 13Sep 22

    Zadar, Croatia

    Arrive 7:00 AMDepart 3:00 PM

    Zadar
  16. Day 14Sep 23

    Dubrovnik, Croatia

    Arrive 8:00 AMDepart 5:00 PM

  17. Day 15Sep 24

    At sea

  18. Day 16Sep 25

    Thira (Santorini), Greece

    Arrive 8:00 AMDepart 7:00 PM

    Tender

    Thira (Santorini)
  19. Day 17Sep 26

    Mykonos, Greece

    Arrive 7:00 AMDepart 6:00 PM

    Tender

    Mykonos
  20. Day 18Sep 27

    Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey

    Arrive 8:00 AMDepart 5:00 PM

    Kusadasi (Ephesus)
  21. Day 19Sep 28

    Cruising The Dardanelles

    Scenic cruising

  22. Day 19Sep 28

    Istanbul, Turkey

    Arrive 2:00 PM

    Overnight

    Istanbul
  23. Day 20Sep 29

    Istanbul, Turkey

    Depart 11:00 PM

    Overnight

  24. Day 21Sep 30

    At sea

  25. Day 22Oct 1

    Piraeus (Athens), Greece

    Arrive 7:00 AM

    Disembark

    Piraeus (Athens)

Nieuw Amsterdam

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Signature

393–400 sq ft

From $10,194 per person

These elegant 393–400 sq. ft. suites feature a sitting area with floor-to-ceiling glass doors overlooking a private verandah. Signature Suites accommodate up to four guests with two beds that convert to a queen- or king-size bed — our signature Mariner’s Dream™ bed, and a Murphy, Pullman, or sofa bed, depending on configuration.

Verandah

228–405 sq ft

From $8,479 per person

Floor-to-ceiling glass doors lead to your private balcony, infusing these coveted 228–405 sq. ft. staterooms with natural light. Enjoy a private verandah overlooking the ocean, a spacious sitting area for unwinding, and our signature Mariner’s Dream™ bed that can convert from one queen to two beds.

Ocean View

From $6,144 per person

With a view of the ocean through a window or porthole, these expansive staterooms include a sitting area, two beds that convert to one queen-size bed — our signature Mariner's Dream™ bed with plush euro-top mattress — premium massage showerheads, and a host of amenities.

Inside

143–225 sq ft

From $5,994 per person

These comfortable 143–225 sq. ft. staterooms feature ample storage space and two beds that convert to one queen-size bed — our signature Mariner's Dream™ bed with plush euro-top mattress — premium massage showerheads and a host of amenities.

Guests
2,106
Year built
2010
Dining and venues
  • Dining Room
  • Canaletto
  • Morimoto By Sea
  • Morimoto By Sea Sushi
  • Pinnacle Grill
  • Tamarind
  • Lido Market
  • 24-Hour Room Service
  • Dive-In
  • New York Pizza & Deli
  • Crow’s Nest Café
  • Crow’s Nest Bar
  • Lido Bar
  • Pinnacle Bar
  • Ocean Bar
  • Tamarind Bar
  • Sea View Bar
  • Art Studio
  • Casino
  • Game Room
  • Kids Club
  • High Score!
  • Library
  • Meeting Rooms
  • Pickleball
  • Sport Court
  • The Shops
  • Effy Fine Jewelry
  • Art Gallery
  • Photo Gallery
  • Portrait Studio
  • Lido Pool
  • Sea View Pool
  • Hydropool
  • Hot Tubs
  • Spa & Salon
  • Retreat Cabanas
  • Fitness Center
  • Neptune Lounge

Videos

  • Staterooms and suites

  • Casino

  • Entertainment

  • Spa and salon

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Deck plans

Open effective after September 20 2026 plan (PDF)

effective after September 20 2026
Nieuw Amsterdam, effective after September 20 2026 deck plan

Staterooms

Per person, double occupancy

  • Inside

    Inside (143–225 sq ft)

    These comfortable 143–225 sq. ft. staterooms feature ample storage space and two beds that convert to one queen-size bed — our signature Mariner's Dream™ bed with plush euro-top mattress — premium massage showerheads and a host of amenities.

    $5,994

  • Ocean View

    Ocean View

    With a view of the ocean through a window or porthole, these expansive staterooms include a sitting area, two beds that convert to one queen-size bed — our signature Mariner's Dream™ bed with plush euro-top mattress — premium massage showerheads, and a host of amenities.

    $6,144

  • Verandah

    Verandah (228–405 sq ft)

    Floor-to-ceiling glass doors lead to your private balcony, infusing these coveted 228–405 sq. ft. staterooms with natural light. Enjoy a private verandah overlooking the ocean, a spacious sitting area for unwinding, and our signature Mariner’s Dream™ bed that can convert from one queen to two beds.

    $8,479

  • Signature Suite

    Signature (393–400 sq ft)

    These elegant 393–400 sq. ft. suites feature a sitting area with floor-to-ceiling glass doors overlooking a private verandah. Signature Suites accommodate up to four guests with two beds that convert to a queen- or king-size bed — our signature Mariner’s Dream™ bed, and a Murphy, Pullman, or sofa bed, depending on configuration.

    $10,194

  • Neptune Suite, Nieuw Amsterdam

    Neptune Suite

    Neptune Suite (465–502 sq ft)

    Featuring floor-to-ceiling glass doors, a spacious private verandah, expansive sitting areas, and comfortable sleeping accommodations with Mariner’s Dream™ beds, our 465–502 sq. ft. suite sleeps up to four guests and boasts a deep soaking tub and an independent, full-size shower stall, dual-sink vanities, premium bathrobes, pillow menus, fresh flowers, and binoculars.

    $13,249

Taxes and fees included.

Dates and prices

21 nights, 21-Day Around Italy's Boot: Greek Isles & Istanbul Overnight

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