21-Night Barcelona to Barcelona

Itinerary

1. Day 1
   Barcelona Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 5:00 PM
2. Day 2
   At Sea Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
3. Day 3
   Valletta Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 5:00 PM
4. Day 4
   At Sea Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
5. Day 5
   Souda (Chania) Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 5:00 PM
6. Day 6
   Thira (Santorini) Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 5:00 PM
7. Day 7
   Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 6:00 PM
8. Day 8
   Piraeus (Athens), Greece Arrives 7:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
9. Day 9
   At Sea Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
10. Day 10
    Alexandria Arrives 7:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
11. Day 11
    Alexandria Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 11:59 PM
12. Day 12
    At Sea Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
13. Day 13
    Rhodes Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 6:00 PM
14. Day 14
    Mykonos Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 5:00 PM
15. Day 15
    Piraeus (Athens), Greece Arrives 7:00 AM · Departs 4:00 PM
16. Day 16
    At Sea Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
17. Day 17
    Kotor Arrives 7:00 AM · Departs 4:00 PM
18. Day 17
    Bay of Kotor Cruising Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
19. Day 18
    Kerkira (Corfu) Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 5:00 PM
20. Day 19
    Messina Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 7:00 PM
21. Day 19
    Cruising Strait Of Messina Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
22. Day 19
    Stromboli Cruising Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
23. Day 20
    At Sea Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
24. Day 21
    Palma de Mallorca Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 5:00 PM
25. Day 22
    Barcelona Arrives 7:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM

Ports of Call

• Barcelona
• Valletta
• Souda (Chania)
• Thira (Santorini)
• Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey
• Piraeus (Athens), Greece
• Alexandria
• Rhodes
• Mykonos
• Kotor
• Bay of Kotor Cruising
• Kerkira (Corfu)
• Messina
• Cruising Strait Of Messina
• Stromboli Cruising
• Palma de Mallorca

Frequently asked questions

What is included in the cruise fare?

Standard cruise fares include your cabin, onboard meals at main dining venues, most non-specialty entertainment, use of pools and common facilities, and transport between ports of call. Gratuities, specialty dining, alcoholic drinks, shore excursions and onboard spa services are typically billed separately.

How far in advance should I book this cruise?

For popular sailings, booking 6–12 months ahead typically gives the best cabin selection and fares. Last-minute discounts can appear 30–60 days before departure when the cruise line wants to fill remaining cabins on Oosterdam.

What documents do I need to board?

Most international itineraries require a passport valid for at least six months beyond your return date. Closed-loop sailings that depart and return to the same U.S. port from Barcelona may accept a government-issued photo ID plus a certified birth certificate for U.S. citizens — always verify with the cruise line.

Can I change or cancel my booking?

Change and cancellation policies depend on Holland America Line's fare type and how close you are to departure. Refundable deposits typically allow changes up to the final-payment date without penalty; closer to sailing, cancellation fees scale up. Review the specific fare rules before booking.

What is a 21-night cruise like?

A 21-night cruise balances relaxing sea days with active port days. You can expect a mix of onboard programming — dining, entertainment, spa and fitness — and multiple shore excursions from Oosterdam. Pack for both formal nights and casual deck days.