Holy Land, Ancient Kingdoms & Greek Isles Cruise Holiday

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No. of Nights: 32 night cruise package
Price: from $7,799* per person
Fly, cruise and stay. Plus, complimentary dinner for 2 at the Pinnacle Grill

Embark on an unforgettable adventure through the Mediterranean and discover its magical wonders with our exclusive 32-night cruise holiday package. Immerse yourself in the rich culture and history of this stunning region as you embark on a 28-night cruise aboard Holland America Line’s Nieuw Statendam, starting from Athens and concluding in Rome.

Experience luxury and comfort as you indulge in exceptional service, amenities, and entertainment onboard the Nieuw Statendam. From exquisite dining options to world-class entertainment, you’ll have everything you need to make your journey truly memorable.

Our package also includes hotel stays in Athens and Rome, allowing you to explore these captivating cities at your own pace. Take in the iconic landmarks, savor the delicious cuisine, and immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of these two historic cities.

As an added convenience, we’ve also included return economy class flights from select Australian cities, making your journey hassle-free from start to finish. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to discover the Mediterranean’s enchanting beauty with our all-inclusive 32-night cruise holiday package. Book now and make memories that will last a lifetime!

Itinerary

  • 1 Oct 23 – Piraeus (Athens), Greece departing 5pm
  • 2 Oct 23 – Day at sea
  • 3 Oct 23 – Nafplion, Greece
  • 4 Oct 23 – Mykonos, Greece
  • 5 Oct 23 – Iraklion (Crete), Greece
  • 6 Oct 23 – Day at sea
  • 7 Oct 23 – Haifa (Tel Aviv), Israel
  • 8 Oct 23 – Haifa (Tel Aviv), Israel
  • 9 Oct 23 – Ashdod (Jerusalem), Israel
  • 10 Oct 23 – Limassol, Cyprus
  • 11 Oct 23 – Rhodes, Greece
  • 12 Oct 23 – Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey
  • 13 Oct 23 – Day at sea
  • 14 Oct 23 – Katakolon (Olympia), Greece
  • 15 Oct 23 – Piraeus (Athens), Greece
  • 16 Oct 23 – Day at sea
  • 17 Oct 23 – Thira (Santorini), Greece
  • 18 Oct 23 – Nafplion, Greece
  • 19 Oct 23 – Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey
  • 20 Oct 23 – Day at sea
  • 21 Oct 23 – Istanbul, Turkey
  • 22 Oct 23 – Istanbul, Turkey
  • 23 Oct 23 – Mykonos, Greece
  • 24 Oct 23 – Souda (Chania), Greece
  • 25 Oct 23 – Day at sea
  • 26 Oct 23 – Messina, Italy
  • 27 Oct 23 – Naples (Pompeii/Amalfi), Italy
  • 28 Oct 23 – Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy arr. 7am
  • 29 Oct 23 – Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy disembark

Package Inclusions

  • Return economy class flights from Sydney, Melbourne or Perth to Athens and back from Rome (surcharges apply for other departure/arrival cities)
  • 28-night cruise on board Holland America Line’s Nieuw Statendam in an interior stateroom
    • Complimentary dinner for 2 at the Pinnacle Grill~
    • Museum-quality art and lavish staterooms
    • A wealth of cruise activities and indulgences, including the best live music at sea
    • An abundance of world-class entertainment options and exclusive experiences.
    • Select from a range of restaurants—from classics served poolside to fine dining options
    • Wide selection of lounges and gathering spaces
    • Port charges & government taxes
  • 2 nights pre cruise accommodation at the Athenaeum InterContinental Athens (or similar)
  • 2 nights post cruise accommodation at Rome Times Hotel (or similar)
  • Athens tour: City tour with Acropolis including the New Acropolis Museum#
  • Rome tour: Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill walking tour^
  • Transfers in Athens and Rome

Package Highlights

Embark on an unforgettable journey through Greece, Israel, Cyprus, Turkey, and Italy on a 28-day cruise starting on October 1st, 2023. Departing from Piraeus (Athens), Greece at 5pm, the first stop is the picturesque city of Nafplion, Greece, followed by the cosmopolitan island of Mykonos and the historical city of Iraklion (Crete). After a day at sea, the ship will arrive at Haifa (Tel Aviv), Israel for a two-day stay, giving you plenty of time to explore the city’s rich history and culture. Next, visit the holy city of Ashdod (Jerusalem), before heading to Limassol, Cyprus, and the stunning island of Rhodes, Greece.

On day 12, explore the ancient ruins of Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey, followed by a day at sea to unwind and relax. Take in the beauty of Katakolon (Olympia), Greece, before returning to Piraeus (Athens) on day 15. The journey continues with stops at the breathtaking Thira (Santorini), Greece, and a return to Nafplion on day 18. On day 19, the ship will dock again at Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey, before another day at sea.

The last leg of the journey begins with a two-day stay in Istanbul, Turkey, followed by a return to Mykonos on day 23. Visit the stunning Souda (Chania), Greece, before another day at sea. The final days of the cruise will take you to Messina and Naples (Pompeii/Amalfi), Italy, before arriving at the final destination of Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy on October 28th, 2023 at 7am.

Experience the best of the Mediterranean on this 28-day cruise through Greece, Israel, Cyprus, Turkey, and Italy. From ancient ruins to breathtaking islands, this journey has it all. Don’t miss your chance to embark on this unforgettable adventure.

VALID FOR TRAVEL:

Cruise departing 1 Oct 2023. Ask your personal travel manager for a quote for all other departures.

OFFER EXPIRES:

31 May 2023 unless sold prior

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CONDITIONS:

* Conditions Product ID 95594: Advertised pricing is per person, Australian Dollars, based on the lead category (unless specified otherwise) in twin-share occupancy inclusive of all discounts, taxes, fees, and port expenses (which are subject to change). Supplements apply to other stateroom categories. Offers are not combinable with any other promotion or pricing. Whilst the information is correct at the time of publication (13/02/2023), prices are capacity controlled, subject to availability, and may be withdrawn at any time without notice due to fluctuations in charges, taxes, and currency. Some categories are based on GTY cabins and by selecting this ‘guarantee’ grade, this means your stateroom number will be allocated at the discretion of the cruise line either close to the date of the sailing or on the day itself. You will be guaranteed a minimum standard of cabin (indicated by the cabin grade booked). We are not able to accept any special requests regarding the position of the cabin, cabin facilities or bed configuration. Once your ‘Guarantee’ stateroom has been allocated to you, we are unable to accept any changes requested by you. ~Complimentary dinner at the Pinnacle Grill: based on twin share occupancy, subject to availability, guests will receive one complimentary night at the Pinnacle Grill for 2 onboard Nieuw Statendam. Offer excludes Specialty Dining Events in the Pinnacle Grill. Reservations and dining times will be available to pre-reserve. #Athens tour: Please remember to bring a valid photo ID with you. Due to certain restrictions in the visiting hours of the new Acropolis Museum the order of the program can be changed. ^Rome tour: Extra measures may be implemented at some venues due to heightened global security. Extra measures may also restrict the size of bags that can be brought inside. Passport required. Advertised flights are inclusive of air taxes. Fares and taxes may vary due to change in origin or destination airports, availability, departure date and currency fluctuation. Stopovers are subject to additional surcharge and flight restrictions may apply. Any variances requested by the guest will incur surcharges. Further conditions may apply. Please check current COVID-19 travel restrictions for the destination you wish to visit and the protocols implemented by the cruiseline before departure. Please view the TravelManagers general terms and conditions here and contact your personal travel manager for more details. Further conditions may apply. Speak to your personal travel manager for more details. To be read in conjunction with Holland America Line’s terms and conditions which passengers will be bound by.PTM Resource