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Holland America Line · Rotterdam

21-Day Mediterranean Crossing: Greek Isles, Italy & Spain

Dec 2, 2028 – Dec 23, 202821 nightsIstanbul to Fort Lauderdale

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Mykonos

Greece

Day
3
Date
Dec 4, 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.

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

Istanbul

Turkey

Day
1
Date
Dec 2, 2028
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
4
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
6
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
7
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.

Livorno (Florence/Pisa)

Italy

Day
9
Date
Dec 10, 2028
Arrive
7:00 AM
Depart
6:00 PM

Cartagena

Spain

Day
11
Date
Dec 12, 2028
Arrive
8:00 AM
Depart
4:00 PM

Gibraltar

United Kingdom

Day
12
Date
Dec 13, 2028
Arrive
8:00 AM
Depart
4:00 PM

Strategically located at the southern tip of Europe, facing Africa, Gibraltar offers a fascinating mix of cultures.

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

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.

Verandah

228–405 sq ft

From $3,929 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 $3,639 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 $3,259 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.

Length
21 nights
Departs
Dec 2, 2028, Istanbul
Returns
Dec 23, 2028, Fort Lauderdale
Ports of call
10
Days at sea
12
Ship
Rotterdam

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Offers on this sailing

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Highlights

  • Cruising Strait of Messina
  • Evening cruising Stromboli Volcano

Itinerary

  1. Day 1Dec 2

    Istanbul, Turkey

    Depart 9:00 PM

    Embark

    Istanbul
  2. Day 2Dec 3

    At sea

  3. Day 3Dec 4

    Mykonos, Greece

    Arrive 8:00 AMDepart 5:00 PM

    Tender

  4. Day 4Dec 5

    Souda (Chania), Greece

    Arrive 8:00 AMDepart 6:00 PM

    Souda (Chania)
  5. Day 5Dec 6

    At sea

  6. Day 6Dec 7

    Messina, Italy

    Arrive 8:00 AMDepart 5:00 PM

    Messina
  7. Day 6Dec 7

    Cruising Strait of Messina

    Scenic cruising

  8. Day 6Dec 7

    Evening cruising Stromboli Volcano

    Scenic cruising

  9. Day 7Dec 8

    Naples (Pompeii/Amalfi), Italy

    Arrive 8:00 AMDepart 6:00 PM

    Naples (Pompeii/Amalfi)
  10. Day 8Dec 9

    Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy

    Arrive 7:00 AMDepart 5:00 PM

  11. Day 9Dec 10

    Livorno (Florence/Pisa), Italy

    Arrive 7:00 AMDepart 6:00 PM

    Leaning Tower of Pisa
  12. Day 10Dec 11

    At sea

  13. Day 11Dec 12

    Cartagena, Spain

    Arrive 8:00 AMDepart 4:00 PM

    Domes of Cartagena's old town with the modern skyline beyond
  14. Day 12Dec 13

    Gibraltar

    Arrive 8:00 AMDepart 4:00 PM

    Gibraltar
  15. Day 13Dec 14

    At sea

  16. Day 14Dec 15

    At sea

  17. Day 15Dec 16

    At sea

  18. Day 16Dec 17

    At sea

  19. Day 17Dec 18

    At sea

  20. Day 18Dec 19

    At sea

  21. Day 19Dec 20

    At sea

  22. Day 20Dec 21

    At sea

  23. Day 21Dec 22

    At sea

  24. Day 22Dec 23

    Fort Lauderdale, Florida, United States

    Arrive 7:00 AM

    Disembark

Rotterdam

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, Rotterdam

    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.

    $3,259

  • Ocean View, Rotterdam

    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.

    $3,639

  • Verandah, Rotterdam

    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.

    $3,929

Taxes and fees included.

Dates and prices

21 nights, 21-Day Mediterranean Crossing: Greek Isles, Italy & Spain

On Rotterdam

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Inside$3,259
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