Experience the best of the Mediterranean on this breathtaking holiday featuring two epochal Italian Lakes, a magical Swiss rail journey and a remarkable cruise.
This unforgettable holiday begins with a five-night Lake Maggiore escape, where you’ll enjoy a full-day Lake Como tour and a scenic Centovalli rail journey offering stunning views of valleys, forests and charming villages. Next, you’ll fly to Athens for a two-night stay, soaking in its rich history.
You’ll then embark on a luxurious 21-night cruise on board Oosterdam, visiting iconic Mediterranean ports. Highlights include Kerkira, the UNESCO-listed Old Town of Dubrovnik and charming Split. Enjoy scenic cruising through the Strait of Messina and past the Stromboli Volcano. After sailing through the Bonifacio Strait, you’ll savour a two-night stay in Barcelona, celebrated for its unique architecture and urban beaches.
Your Imagine Holiday Includes
21 night full-board cruise on board Oosterdam
5 night four-star stay in Lake Maggiore at the Zacchera Hotels Collection
Scenic rail journey on board the Centovalli Railway
Lake Como tour
Overnight flights
Your Voyage
Your Itinerary
Your holiday begins as you fly from Australia to your destination.
Lake Maggiore sits in the foothills of the Italian and Swiss Alps. During a five-night hotel stay, explore the Borromean Islands with their magnificent palaces and enchanting gardens, or take a leisurely boat ride to discover charming lakeside villages.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Overnight: Zacchera Hotels Collection
Ride the Centovalli Train through the picturesque “One Hundred Valleys”. Pass deep gorges and crevices with glittering cascading waterfalls. Glide across colourful alpine meadows, over numerous bridges, and through vineyards and forests of chestnut trees.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Overnight: Zacchera Hotels Collection
During a leisurely day on the shores of Lake Maggiore, you could wander through Stresa’s cobbled streets, indulge in local cuisine at a lakeside café, or take a scenic cable car ride up Mottarone for breathtaking panoramic views.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Overnight: Zacchera Hotels Collection
Today you’ll experience a tour of beautiful Lake Como. This stunning lake, nestled amid the Rhaetian Alps, boasts charming ancient villages, historic gardens and mesmerising lakeside villas.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Overnight: Zacchera Hotels Collection
Soaring mountains, UNESCO World Heritage sites, unspoilt green spaces and byzantine churches – Athens is a beguiling destination of beauty, mythology and history. The iconic Acropolis gazes out on urban sprawl from the heart of the city.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Overnight: Meliá Athens
Step on board Holland America Line’s Oosterdam for a remarkable voyage to cherish. With its elegant design and sophisticated amenities, Oosterdam provides a perfect blend of comfort and style.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Overnight: Oosterdam
A captivating blend of history and natural beauty. Wander through Venetian streets, bask in golden sunsets, and indulge in mouth-watering cuisine. Immerse yourself in the island’s allure and create lifelong memories.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Overnight: Oosterdam
Dubrovnik, Croatia’s “Pearl of the Adriatic,” enchants with medieval charm and coastal beauty. Historic city walls, cobblestone streets, and stunning views make it a captivating blend of history and scenery.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Overnight: Oosterdam
Embrace the Mediterranean allure of Split, Croatia. With its historic Diocletian’s Palace, stunning coastal views, and vibrant atmosphere, it’s a city that invites you to explore the crossroads of history and modernity along the Dalmatian coast.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Overnight: Oosterdam
Uncover Trieste’s allure: a city where history, literature, and grand architecture converge. Wander its streets, adorned with neoclassical and art-nouveau marvels, and feel the vibrant pulse that links past and present.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Overnight: Oosterdam
Sarandë is a coastal gem nestled in Albania’s embrace. Discover its turquoise waters, ancient ruins and warm hospitality. Let the Mediterranean charm and breathtaking vistas awaken your wanderlust and ignite your soul’s longing for adventure.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Overnight: Oosterdam
Embark on a voyage to Katakolon, Greece’s coastal gem. Immerse yourself in its rich history, stroll along picturesque streets, and indulge in delectable cuisine. Let Katakolon awaken your passion for exploration and cultural immersion.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Overnight: Oosterdam
Discover the maritime charm of Souda, Crete. With its tranquil bay, historic fortresses, and Mediterranean ambiance, it’s a place that invites you to explore the island’s rich history and savor the beauty of coastal Greece.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Overnight: Oosterdam
Soaring mountains, UNESCO World Heritage sites, unspoilt green spaces and Byzantine churches. Wander through the lively streets of Plaka, adorned with quaint shops and charming tavernas, savouring the tantalising flavours of Greek cuisine.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Overnight: Oosterdam
Katakolon is a charming coastal village in Greece, located in the western part of the Peloponnese peninsula. It’s best known as a gateway to the ancient site of Olympia, where the original Olympic Games were held.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Overnight: Oosterdam
Sarandë’s ancient city of Butrint, a UNESCO World Heritage site, reveals layers of history through its Greek, Roman, Byzantine, and Venetian ruins, while Lekursi Castle crowning a nearby hill provides panoramic views of sea and city.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Overnight: Oosterdam
Discover Valletta, Malta’s captivating capital, where ornate palaces, museums, and historic fortifications await. Stroll the narrow streets with overhanging balconies, immerse in its rich heritage, and let Valletta’s charm inspire your every step.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Overnight: Oosterdam
Explore Italy’s charming town of Taormina, with its ancient ruins and stunning views. Afterward, cruise through the scenic Strait of Messina and conclude your day with an evening sail past the dramatic Stromboli Volcano.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Overnight: Oosterdam
Unleash your wanderlust in Naples, Italy’s vibrant gem. With its stunning bay, Mount Vesuvius, and captivating attractions like the Royal Palace and Pompeii, Naples promises an enriching journey through history and natural beauty.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Overnight: Oosterdam
Embrace the allure of Civitavecchia, Italy—a gateway to timeless wonders. From its ancient Roman origins to its picturesque waterfront, let Civitavecchia transport you to a world of history, beauty, and unforgettable adventures.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Overnight: Oosterdam
Ajaccio, nestled in Corsica’s embrace, captivates with Mediterranean beauty. Birthplace of Napoleon, this port city offers history, scenic landscapes, and a blend of French and island culture that enchants visitors.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Overnight: Oosterdam
Embrace the elegance of Nice, France’s glamorous jewel. With its sun-kissed beaches, charming old town, and vibrant promenade, this Mediterranean haven captivates with its timeless beauty, artistic flair, and delectable cuisine.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Overnight: Oosterdam
Today you’ll disembark Oosterdam in Barcelona, where you’ll delight in an overnight hotel stay. Marvel at artistic visionary Antoni Gaudí’s architectural masterpieces such as the Sagrada Familia and Park Güell.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Overnight: H10 Casanova
Your holiday complete, today you’ll head to the airport for your flight home.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Your Tour Highlights
Oosterdam
The majestic Oosterdam offers guests plenty to see and do on board when not soaking up expansive views of the sea, or relaxing in spacious staterooms after an exciting day partaking in all manner of activities across the vessel’s 11 decks.
Guests are invited to begin their day with an exquisite breakfast in the gorgeously adorned Dining Room, before enjoying other generous on-board amenities such as the Greenhouse Spa and Salon. From live dance performances to sushi bars and movie theatres, there are facilities and activities for everyone to revel in on board this mighty vessel.
In addition to Oosterdam’s unique design features, the stunningly large open-air deck offers mesmerising ocean views while you take a stroll or relax in your deckchair. At night, when the ship truly comes alive, you can catch numerous further activities such as expert history lectures or electric theatre productions under the stars.
- Tonnage 82,305 tons
- Length 935 ft (285.00 m)
Life on board Oosterdam
Masterfully adorned with stunning artwork, Oosterdam epitomises sophistication and comfort. With its exquisite dining rooms offering world-class cuisine, a lavish spa, and a wide range of spacious suites, there’s nothing quite like life on board this luxury vessel.
dining
Treat your tastebuds to a wide range of delectable dishes and refined cuisine on board Oosterdam. With so much to choose from, there is sure to be something to suit your current taste and mood – so why not get exploring the many on-board eateries?
- The Pinnacle Grill
- Tamarind
- The Dining Room
- Rudi’s Sel De Mar
- Nami Sushi
- Club Orange
- Canaletto
- Taste of De Librije (European Sailings)
- Lido
- New York Deli and Pizza
- Dive-in
- Grand Dutch Cafe
- Explorations Cafe
- Gelato
- The Culinary Arts Centre
Facilities
It doesn’t matter whether you like to take things slow and steady on a cruise holiday, or are more the ‘all-action’ type; this Vista-class ship is sure to have plenty you will love. Offering a wide range of facilities and activities on board, Oosterdam will keep you and other members of your travelling party more than satisfactorily occupied during enchanting days at sea.
- Library
- Greenhouse Spa & Salon
- Wi-Fi
- Sport
- Three pools (indoor and outdoor)
- Whirlpools
- Jacuzzis
- Nursery
- Kids Club
- Shops
- Laundry
entertainment
Whatever your idea of great entertainment might be, the team behind Oosterdam has covered all the possibilities that are likely to come to your mind – and then a few more. With a wide variety of enthralling entertainment options on board Oosterdam, guests can enjoy live music, dance performances, and comedy shows, to cite just a few of the highlights.
- Casino
- Theatre
- Night Club
Stateroom and Suites
Boasting refined amenities and Holland America’s sumptuous signature Mariner’s Dream™ bed, each elegant stateroom offers a pleasant and welcoming stay. Most rooms are also ocean-facing for glorious views and feature added touches of luxury including premium massage shower heads.
inside Prices from $10,499pp
Oosterdam offers luxurious and spacious Inside staterooms for her guests. Featuring modern decor, easy-to-use amenities, and comfort-enhancing furniture, these rooms are the perfect haven to indulge in after a busy day making the most of the activities and amenities presented by this formidable ship.
- Signature Mariner’s Dream™ bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses
- Private bathroom with a shower, toilet, and basin
- Telephone
- Safe
- Two beds convertible to a queen-size bed
Ocean View Prices from $11,499pp
These large and luxurious staterooms – and by “large”, we’re talking as much as around 180 square feet – offer breathtakingly panoramic views of the ocean, or at least, they certainly can do, if you opt for a standard Ocean View cabin. Otherwise, staterooms offering partial sea views and fully obstructed views are also available, depending on your preferences.
- Signature Mariner’s Dream™ bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses
- Private bathroom with a shower, toilet, and basin
- Telephone
- Safe
- Two beds convertible to a queen-size bed
- Window
- Desk
- Separate seating area
Verandah Prices from $12,499pp
There are few forms of cruise-ship accommodation that are quite as satisfying to stay in as one of Oosterdam’s Verandah staterooms. As the name suggests, these rooms overlook private verandahs through floor-to-ceiling windows that offer up an abundance of natural light. Some of these cabins have a partly obstructed view, so you will need to think carefully about whether you would favour this, or a full sea view.
- Signature Mariner’s Dream™ bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses
- Private bathroom with a shower, toilet, and basin
- Telephone
- Safe
- Two beds convertible to a queen-size bed
- Separate seating area
- Private verandah
- Floor-to-ceiling windows
Signature Suite Prices from $14,499pp
If you’re seeking accommodation that offers something close to the ultimate luxury cruise experience, well, you might just have found it in the form of Oosterdam’s Signature Suites. With up to 384 square feet of space on offer including the verandah, these are rooms that don’t exactly “do” compromise, especially as far as the jaw-dropping ocean views are concerned.
- Mini bar
- Sofa bed
- Murphy bed
- Floor-to-ceiling windows
- Telephone
- Safe
- Signature Mariner’s Dream™ bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses
- Choice of firm, medium or soft pillows
- Private bathroom with shower, dual vanity, full-size whirlpool bath and additional shower stall
- Complimentary fresh fruit
- Deluxe bathrobes
- Generous storage
- Complimentary 24-hour in-room dining
- Daily housekeeping
- Elemis Aromapure bath amenities
Your Hotel Stays
Lake Maggiore
Zacchera Hotels Collection (Or Similar)
The Zacchera Hotels, Grand Hotel Dino, Hotel Simplon, Hotel Splendid and Grand Hotel Bristol in Stresa, all boast privileged positions on the shores of Lake Maggiore and the breathtaking Gulf of Borromeo. Each with its own team of highly professional staff, elegance, sumptuous comfort and high-quality facilities, every stay here is an unforgettable pleasure for all guests. Marvel at the astonishing views as you dine alfresco in one of the exceptional restaurants, indulge in a treatment or two in the opulent wellness centre or wander the lush gardens, bursting with colour.
Athens
Meliá Athens (Or Similar)
Meliá Athens Hotel stands as a modern haven in the heart of the Greek capital. Its contemporary design, upscale amenities, and convenient location make it a top choice for travellers. The hotel’s well-appointed rooms offer panoramic city views, ensuring a comfortable stay. Culinary delights await at its on-site restaurant and rooftop bar. Situated near cultural landmarks like the Acropolis and Plaka, guests can easily explore Athens’ rich history. With a fitness centre and spa, Meliá Athens combines relaxation and adventure for an immersive Greek experience.
Barcelona
H10 Casanova (Or Similar)
The H10 Casanova is a chic hotel in the heart of Barcelona. With its stylish design and comfortable accommodations, the hotel offers a trendy and inviting atmosphere. The rooftop terrace provides stunning views of the city, while the on-site restaurant and bar serve delectable cuisine and refreshing drinks. With its central location, the H10 Casanova is the perfect base for exploring Barcelona’s vibrant streets, iconic landmarks, and cultural attractions.
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