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Holland America Line · Rotterdam

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

Nov 18, 2028 – Dec 9, 202821 nightsTrieste (Venice) to Civitavecchia (Rome)

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Dubrovnik

Croatia

Day
4
Date
Nov 21, 2028
Arrive
8:00 AM
Depart
11:00 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.

Rotterdam

Guests
2,668
Year built
2021
Deck plans

Rotterdam

Guests
2,668
Year built
2021
Deck plans

Rotterdam

Guests
2,668
Year built
2021
Deck plans

Kotor

Montenegro

Day
5
Date
Nov 22, 2028
Arrive
8:00 AM
Depart
5:00 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.

Kerkira, Nisos Kerkira (Corfu)

Greece

Day
6
Date
Nov 23, 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.

Piraeus (Athens)

Greece

Day
8
Date
Nov 25, 2028
Arrive
7:00 AM
Depart
4:00 PM

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.

Thira (Santorini)

Greece

Day
9
Date
Nov 26, 2028
Arrive
8:00 AM
Depart
6:00 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
10
Date
Nov 27, 2028
Arrive
8:00 AM
Depart
5:00 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
11
Date
Nov 28, 2028
Arrive
8:00 AM
Depart
11:00 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.

Thessaloniki

Greece

Day
13
Date
Nov 30, 2028
Arrive
7:00 AM
Depart
5:00 PM

Lying on the ancient trade route linking the Adriatic with Istanbul, Thessaloníki has long held a confluence of cultures. This vibrant port city was only incorporated into the modern Greek state in 1912-almost a century after the rest of Greece was liberated from the Ottoman Empire.

Istanbul

Turkey

Day
15
Date
Dec 2, 2028
Arrive
7:00 AM
Depart
9:00 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.

Souda (Chania)

Greece

Day
18
Date
Dec 5, 2028
Arrive
8:00 AM
Depart
6:00 PM

The port of Souda on the Aegean Sea is home to a Greek and NATO naval base and is located six kilometers (three miles) from Chania-the second-largest city on Crete, which itself is the largest of the Greek Islands.

Messina

Italy

Day
20
Date
Dec 7, 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.

Naples (Pompeii/Amalfi)

Italy

Day
21
Date
Dec 8, 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.

Pinnacle Suite

1,290 sq ft

Our premier 1,290 sq. ft. Pinnacle Suite features floor-to-ceiling glass doors, large private Whirlpool verandahs (on select ships), 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.

Pinnacle Suite floor plan, RotterdamFloor plan

Neptune Suite

465–502 sq ft

From $11,209 per person

Featuring floor-to-ceiling glass doors, spacious private verandahs, 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.

Signature Suite

393–400 sq ft

These elegant 393–400 sq. ft. suites feature a sitting area with floor-to-ceiling windows 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.

Vista Suite

260–356 sq ft

Graced with a private verandah, floor-to-ceiling glass doors, and comfortable sitting areas, our 260–356 sq. ft. Vista Suites are filled with natural light. They include two beds that convert to one queen-size bed — our signature Mariner's Dream™ bed with plush euro-top mattress.

Length
21 nights
Departs
Nov 18, 2028, Trieste (Venice)
Returns
Dec 9, 2028, Civitavecchia (Rome)
Ports of call
14
Days at sea
6
Ship
Rotterdam

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Offers on this sailing

  • Have It All Early Booking Bonus

Highlights

  • Cruising Strait of Messina
  • Evening cruising Stromboli Volcano

Itinerary

  1. Day 1Nov 18

    Trieste (Venice), Italy

    EmbarkOvernight

  2. Day 2Nov 19

    Trieste (Venice), Italy

    Depart 9:00 PM

    Overnight

  3. Day 3Nov 20

    At sea

  4. Day 4Nov 21

    Dubrovnik, Croatia

    Arrive 8:00 AMDepart 11:00 PM

  5. Day 5Nov 22

    Kotor, Montenegro

    Arrive 8:00 AMDepart 5:00 PM

    Tender

    Kotor
  6. Day 6Nov 23

    Kerkira, Nisos Kerkira (Corfu), Greece

    Arrive 8:00 AMDepart 5:00 PM

    Kerkira, Nisos Kerkira (Corfu)
  7. Day 7Nov 24

    At sea

  8. Day 8Nov 25

    Piraeus (Athens), Greece

    Arrive 7:00 AMDepart 4:00 PM

    Piraeus (Athens)
  9. Day 9Nov 26

    Thira (Santorini), Greece

    Arrive 8:00 AMDepart 6:00 PM

    Tender

    Thira (Santorini)
  10. Day 10Nov 27

    Mykonos, Greece

    Arrive 8:00 AMDepart 5:00 PM

    Tender

    Mykonos
  11. Day 11Nov 28

    Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey

    Arrive 8:00 AMDepart 11:00 PM

    Kusadasi (Ephesus)
  12. Day 12Nov 29

    At sea

  13. Day 13Nov 30

    Thessaloniki, Greece

    Arrive 7:00 AMDepart 5:00 PM

    Thessaloniki
  14. Day 14Dec 1

    At sea

  15. Day 15Dec 2

    Istanbul, Turkey

    Arrive 7:00 AMDepart 9:00 PM

    Istanbul
  16. Day 16Dec 3

    At sea

  17. Day 17Dec 4

    Mykonos, Greece

    Arrive 8:00 AMDepart 5:00 PM

    Tender

  18. Day 18Dec 5

    Souda (Chania), Greece

    Arrive 8:00 AMDepart 6:00 PM

    Souda (Chania)
  19. Day 19Dec 6

    At sea

  20. Day 20Dec 7

    Messina, Italy

    Arrive 8:00 AMDepart 5:00 PM

    Messina
  21. Day 20Dec 7

    Cruising Strait of Messina

    Scenic cruising

  22. Day 20Dec 7

    Evening cruising Stromboli Volcano

    Scenic cruising

  23. Day 21Dec 8

    Naples (Pompeii/Amalfi), Italy

    Arrive 8:00 AMDepart 6:00 PM

    Naples (Pompeii/Amalfi)
  24. Day 22Dec 9

    Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy

    Arrive 7:00 AM

    Disembark

Rotterdam

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Verandah

228–405 sq ft

From $5,649 per person

Floor-to-ceiling doors lead to your 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 $5,219 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 $4,419 per person

Big on comfort, our 143–225 sq. ft. Inside staterooms offer exceptional value with 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
2,668
Year built
2021
Dining and venues
  • Dining Room
  • Canaletto
  • Club Orange
  • Morimoto By Sea
  • Morimoto By Sea Sushi
  • Pinnacle Grill
  • Sel de Mer
  • Tamarind
  • Lido Market
  • 24-Hour Room Service
  • Dive-In
  • New York Deli & Pizza
  • Grand Dutch Café
  • Crow’s Nest Café
  • Gelato & Juice Bar
  • Crow’s Nest Bar
  • Half Moon Bar
  • Lido Bar
  • Panorama Bar
  • Ocean Bar
  • Tamarind Bar
  • Sea View Bar
  • Casino
  • Game Room
  • Kids Club
  • Library
  • Meeting Rooms
  • Pickleball
  • Sports 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 April 26 2026 plan (PDF)

effective after April 26 2026
Rotterdam, effective after April 26 2026 deck plan

Staterooms

Per person, double occupancy

  • Inside

    Inside (143–225 sq ft)

    Big on comfort, our 143–225 sq. ft. Inside staterooms offer exceptional value with 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.

    $4,419

  • 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.

    $5,219

  • Verandah

    Verandah (228–405 sq ft)

    Floor-to-ceiling doors lead to your 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.

    $5,649

  • Neptune Suite, Rotterdam

    Neptune Suite

    Neptune Suite (465–502 sq ft)

    Featuring floor-to-ceiling glass doors, spacious private verandahs, 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.

    $11,209

Taxes and fees included.

Dates and prices

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

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