From the sun-drenched islands of Greece to Austria’s soaring alpine peaks, embark on a European adventure unlike any other with this cruise-and-tour escape.
Following a hotel stay in ancient Athens, you’ll join Holland America Line’s Oosterdam for a 10-night cruise on the Mediterranean. Discover İstanbul’s alluring blend of east and west, bask on the sun-soaked shores of Mykonos and Souda Bay, and unravel the ancient history of Olympia during this luxurious full-board voyage.
Disembarking in Trieste, you’ll transfer to Slovenia’s Lake Bled for an immersive two-night escape in one of Europe’s true hidden gems. Then it’s on to Austria, where a three-night hotel stay in Salzburg awaits. Explore the enduring shooting locations from The Sound of Music, walk in the footsteps of Mozart, and relax amidst the beauty of Salzkammergut’s lakes and mountains before you fly home.
Your Imagine Holiday Includes
10 night full-board cruise on board Oosterdam
Cave of Postojna
Boat-ride on Lake Bled
Private Sound-of-Music-Tour by bus
Salzkammergut Lakes & Mountains tour including Hallstatt and Wolfgangsee
2 night five-star hotel stay in Athens at the Grecotel Pallas Athena with breakfast
Overnight flights
Your Voyage
Your Itinerary
Your holiday begins as you fly overnight from New Zealand to your destination.
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: Grecotel Pallas Athena
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
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
Experience the enchantment of Mykonos, Greece – a vibrant island transformed by tourism. Explore its whitewashed streets, historic landmarks, and lively nightlife. Let Mykonos captivate your senses and leave you spellbound by its irresistible allure.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Overnight: Oosterdam
As you sail along this legendary waterway connecting the Aegean Sea and the Sea of Marmara, you’ll be captivated by the picturesque landscapes and historical landmarks that grace its shores.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Overnight: Oosterdam
İstanbul, where East and West converge. Immerse in rich history, savor exotic cuisine, and feel the heartbeat of diverse cultures. Let this enchanting city awaken your senses and expand your horizons.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Overnight: Oosterdam
Relish a second opportunity to embrace Dardanelles Strait’s beauty. The surrounding landscape boasts a mix of historical landmarks and small coastal towns, while the waters are deep blue, contrasting with the scenery’s earthy tones.
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
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
Welcome to Korčula, where history and natural beauty unite. Explore the enchanting Old Town, and savour the flavours of its exquisite cuisine. Let Korčula awaken your senses and ignite your wanderlust.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Overnight: Oosterdam
The beauty of nature is on full display at Slovenia’s Lake Bled, where dense pine forests and soaring mountains surround emerald-clear waters. Transferring from Trieste, you’ll enjoy a two-night hotel stay here.
Meals Included: Breakfast and Dinner
Overnight: Rikli Balance Hotel
During a fully escorted Lake Bled tour, you’ll have plenty of photo opportunities during a bus journey along its shore. Afterwards, you’ll delight in a tranquil boat ride to Bled Island, the only natural island in Slovenia.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Overnight: Rikli Balance Hotel
Musical history pulses through the grand Baroque architecture of Salzburg. The home of Mozart, the city brims with classical concert halls and historic castles like Hohensalzburg Fortress. Discover it all during a three-night hotel stay.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Overnight: Hotel Hubertushof
Follow in the footsteps of Julie Andrews and the real Maria von Trapp during a fully escorted tour of The Sound of Music’s original shooting locations, from Leopoldskron Palace to the green hillsides of St. Gilgen.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Overnight: Hotel Hubertushof
Austria’s “Lake District,” Salzkammergut boasts stunning alpine scenery with crystal-clear lakes and soaring peaks. Explore picturesque villages like Hallstatt and Wolfgangsee and breathe in the fresh mountain air during a fully escorted tour.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Overnight: Hotel Hubertushof
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 $7,999pp
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 $8,999pp
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 $9,999pp
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
suite Prices from $10,999pp
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
Athens
Grecotel Pallas Athena (Or Similar)
This stylish boutique hotel is an art-lover’s dream, with superb artworks and quirky decor combining to create a truly pleasing atmosphere. Situated in the historic heart of the city, the hotel is ideally located to explore the ancient Acropolis, old city (Plaka) and other iconic sights such as Hadrian’s library and the Agora. The rooms and suites are positively brimming with personality featuring designer furnishings and eclectic artwork yet provide you with a comforting space in which to rest. Savour signature cuisine at the stylish Gourmet Restaurant feasting on Greek and Mediterranean dishes prepared with fresh products from the property’s farm as you look out over Kotzia Square.
Lake Bled
Rikli Balance Hotel (Or Similar)
Salzburg
Hotel Hubertushof (Or Similar)
Hotel Hubertushof in Anif is a charming, family-run hotel situated just outside Salzburg. Set amidst beautiful countryside, it offers comfortable rooms, a relaxing wellness area, and a traditional Austrian restaurant. Ideal for both leisure and business travellers, the hotel provides easy access to Salzburg’s attractions while offering the tranquillity of Anif’s natural surroundings. It’s the perfect place for a peaceful and picturesque stay.
Upgrade Available: Sheraton Grand Salzburg (Or Similar)
