Oceania CruisesSIR260817
Barcelona to Istanbul
Date
2026-08-17
Duration
10 nights
Departure Port
Barcelona
Spain
Arrival Port
Istanbul
Turkey
Rating
Luxury
Theme
—
Oceania Cruises
Sirena
Launched
—
Refitted
2019
Tonnage
30,277 GT
Passengers
670
Cabins
349
Crew
400
Length
594 m
Width
25.45 m
Speed
18 knots
Adults Only
No
Itinerary
Day 1
Day 1
Barcelona
Depart 17:00
Barcelona is the city where Roman history, Gothic grandeur, and Gaudí's delirious Modernisme collide in a Mediterranean coastal capital of astonishing energy and beauty. The Sagrada Família — still under construction after 140 years — continues its audacious ascent toward completion, while the Gothic Quarter's Roman-era foundations and the Passeig de Gràcia's extraordinary concentration of Modernisme masterpieces reward days of exploration. For a complete sensory experience, lose an afternoon in the covered labyrinth of La Boqueria market before descending to the waterfront for Catalan seafood at its finest. May through June and September through October offer the most pleasant weather; the city connects directly to Paris by overnight train.
Day 2
Day 2
At Sea
Day 3
Day 3
Palermo
Arrive 07:00Depart 17:00
Palermo is the Mediterranean's most intoxicating crossroads of civilisations — Arab arches meet Byzantine gold mosaics beneath Norman royal chapels in the extraordinary Palatine Chapel, a monument to 12th-century multicultural brilliance that is Sicily's single greatest work of art. The Ballarò and Capo street markets, among southern Italy's most atmospheric, tumble through the ancient city in a sensory barrage of swordfish, blood oranges, jasmine, and street food improvised across centuries. Do not leave without tasting arancini and sfincione, Sicily's gloriously thick street pizza. Spring (April–May) and autumn (September–October) offer the ideal climate — warm enough for the sea, cool enough for extended walking.
Day 4
Day 4
Syracuse
Arrive 07:00Depart 15:00
Syracuse (Siracusa) is one of the ancient world's greatest cities, featuring the island quarter of Ortigia—a baroque masterpiece built over Greek temple ruins—and an archaeological park with a fifth-century BC theatre still hosting summer performances. Must-dos include Ortigia's cathedral with its embedded Greek columns, the morning market, and tasting pasta with sea urchin. April through June and September through November offer ideal temperatures.
Day 5
Day 5
Argostoli
Arrive 09:00Depart 18:00
Argostoli is the capital of Kefalonia, the largest Ionian Island, renowned for dramatic geological wonders, pristine beaches, and the literary fame of Captain Corelli's Mandolin. Must-dos include visiting the subterranean Melissani Lake, admiring the cliffs of Myrtos Beach, and tasting Robola wine with fresh-grilled fish. May through October offers warm weather and calm seas, with June and September providing the best balance of conditions.
Day 6
Day 6
Gythio
Arrive 08:00Depart 18:00
Gythio is ancient Sparta's port town on the Laconian Gulf, where Homeric mythology, neoclassical waterfront charm, and the wild Mani Peninsula's tower houses and underground caves converge. Visit from April through October for Diros Cave boat tours, Cape Tenaro's mythological Underworld entrance, and waterfront dining in one of the Peloponnese's most atmospheric harbor towns.
Day 7
Day 7
Paros
Arrive 08:00Depart 18:00
Paros is the Cycladic island of luminous marble — the stone that sculpted the Venus de Milo — where ancient quarries, one of Greece's oldest Byzantine churches, and the fishing village of Naoussa offer the authentic Aegean experience that Santorini and Mykonos have traded for fame. Visit May through October via Ponant or Explora Journeys for a Cycladic island that travelers discover second but return to for life.
Day 8
Day 8
Piraeus
Arrive 08:00Depart 18:00
The port that launched Athenian democracy's naval supremacy at the Battle of Salamis, Piraeus remains Greece's maritime heartbeat — and the most convenient gateway to both the Acropolis and the Aegean island chains. Dine on grilled sea bream at a Mikrolimano harbourside taverna, visit the extraordinary bronze Piraeus Apollo, and set sail for Hydra or Santorini by afternoon. Late April through June and September offer the Aegean at its most golden and uncrowded.
Day 9
Day 9
Ephesus
Arrive 08:00Depart 18:00
Ephesus is a compelling Mediterranean port in Turkey where centuries of history, vibrant local cuisine, and luminous coastal scenery converge. Visitors should explore the historic quarters on foot and surrender to the local dining culture, where fresh seafood and regional wines provide a masterclass in Mediterranean living. Best visited October through April, when cooler temperatures and lower humidity create ideal conditions. Cruise lines including Tauck feature this port on their most compelling itineraries. Whether you have a few hours or a full day, the port rewards exploration at every pace and in every direction.
Day 10
Day 10
Troy National Park
Arrive 08:00Depart 17:00
Troy National Park in northwestern Turkey preserves the legendary Bronze Age city that inspired Homer's Iliad, with 4,500 years of archaeological layers and an award-winning modern museum. Must-dos include walking the Troy VI citadel walls, exploring the 2018 museum's interactive displays, and contemplating the Troadic plain where myth and history merge. April through June and September-October offer the best weather for site exploration.
Day 11
Day 11
Istanbul
Arrive 08:00
For more than fifteen centuries, Istanbul has been the pivot upon which empires turned — Byzantium, Constantinople, the Ottoman capital — and nowhere else on earth compresses so much history into a single horizon. The Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, and the Topkapi Palace form an incomparable trinity of architectural genius along the Golden Horn; the Grand Bazaar's four thousand shops offer a sensory immersion unlike any other marketplace. Must-dos include a Bosphorus sunset cruise and a meal of mezze along the waterfront at Karaköy. Spring (April–May) and autumn (September–October) offer the most gracious climate for this inexhaustible city.
Day 1
Barcelona
Depart 17:00
Barcelona is the city where Roman history, Gothic grandeur, and Gaudí's delirious Modernisme collide in a Mediterranean coastal capital of astonishing energy and beauty. The Sagrada Família — still under construction after 140 years — continues its audacious ascent toward completion, while the Gothic Quarter's Roman-era foundations and the Passeig de Gràcia's extraordinary concentration of Modernisme masterpieces reward days of exploration. For a complete sensory experience, lose an afternoon in the covered labyrinth of La Boqueria market before descending to the waterfront for Catalan seafood at its finest. May through June and September through October offer the most pleasant weather; the city connects directly to Paris by overnight train.
Day 2
At Sea
Day 3
Palermo
Arrive 07:00Depart 17:00
Palermo is the Mediterranean's most intoxicating crossroads of civilisations — Arab arches meet Byzantine gold mosaics beneath Norman royal chapels in the extraordinary Palatine Chapel, a monument to 12th-century multicultural brilliance that is Sicily's single greatest work of art. The Ballarò and Capo street markets, among southern Italy's most atmospheric, tumble through the ancient city in a sensory barrage of swordfish, blood oranges, jasmine, and street food improvised across centuries. Do not leave without tasting arancini and sfincione, Sicily's gloriously thick street pizza. Spring (April–May) and autumn (September–October) offer the ideal climate — warm enough for the sea, cool enough for extended walking.
Day 4
Syracuse
Arrive 07:00Depart 15:00
Syracuse (Siracusa) is one of the ancient world's greatest cities, featuring the island quarter of Ortigia—a baroque masterpiece built over Greek temple ruins—and an archaeological park with a fifth-century BC theatre still hosting summer performances. Must-dos include Ortigia's cathedral with its embedded Greek columns, the morning market, and tasting pasta with sea urchin. April through June and September through November offer ideal temperatures.
Day 5
Argostoli
Arrive 09:00Depart 18:00
Argostoli is the capital of Kefalonia, the largest Ionian Island, renowned for dramatic geological wonders, pristine beaches, and the literary fame of Captain Corelli's Mandolin. Must-dos include visiting the subterranean Melissani Lake, admiring the cliffs of Myrtos Beach, and tasting Robola wine with fresh-grilled fish. May through October offers warm weather and calm seas, with June and September providing the best balance of conditions.
Day 6
Gythio
Arrive 08:00Depart 18:00
Gythio is ancient Sparta's port town on the Laconian Gulf, where Homeric mythology, neoclassical waterfront charm, and the wild Mani Peninsula's tower houses and underground caves converge. Visit from April through October for Diros Cave boat tours, Cape Tenaro's mythological Underworld entrance, and waterfront dining in one of the Peloponnese's most atmospheric harbor towns.
Day 7
Paros
Arrive 08:00Depart 18:00
Paros is the Cycladic island of luminous marble — the stone that sculpted the Venus de Milo — where ancient quarries, one of Greece's oldest Byzantine churches, and the fishing village of Naoussa offer the authentic Aegean experience that Santorini and Mykonos have traded for fame. Visit May through October via Ponant or Explora Journeys for a Cycladic island that travelers discover second but return to for life.
Day 8
Piraeus
Arrive 08:00Depart 18:00
The port that launched Athenian democracy's naval supremacy at the Battle of Salamis, Piraeus remains Greece's maritime heartbeat — and the most convenient gateway to both the Acropolis and the Aegean island chains. Dine on grilled sea bream at a Mikrolimano harbourside taverna, visit the extraordinary bronze Piraeus Apollo, and set sail for Hydra or Santorini by afternoon. Late April through June and September offer the Aegean at its most golden and uncrowded.
Day 9
Ephesus
Arrive 08:00Depart 18:00
Ephesus is a compelling Mediterranean port in Turkey where centuries of history, vibrant local cuisine, and luminous coastal scenery converge. Visitors should explore the historic quarters on foot and surrender to the local dining culture, where fresh seafood and regional wines provide a masterclass in Mediterranean living. Best visited October through April, when cooler temperatures and lower humidity create ideal conditions. Cruise lines including Tauck feature this port on their most compelling itineraries. Whether you have a few hours or a full day, the port rewards exploration at every pace and in every direction.
Day 10
Troy National Park
Arrive 08:00Depart 17:00
Troy National Park in northwestern Turkey preserves the legendary Bronze Age city that inspired Homer's Iliad, with 4,500 years of archaeological layers and an award-winning modern museum. Must-dos include walking the Troy VI citadel walls, exploring the 2018 museum's interactive displays, and contemplating the Troadic plain where myth and history merge. April through June and September-October offer the best weather for site exploration.
Day 11
Istanbul
Arrive 08:00
For more than fifteen centuries, Istanbul has been the pivot upon which empires turned — Byzantium, Constantinople, the Ottoman capital — and nowhere else on earth compresses so much history into a single horizon. The Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, and the Topkapi Palace form an incomparable trinity of architectural genius along the Golden Horn; the Grand Bazaar's four thousand shops offer a sensory immersion unlike any other marketplace. Must-dos include a Bosphorus sunset cruise and a meal of mezze along the waterfront at Karaköy. Spring (April–May) and autumn (September–October) offer the most gracious climate for this inexhaustible city.
Cabin Categories
Owner's Suite
Suite
1000 m²Max 2
OS
Lavish new fabrics and designer furnishings grace our six new Owner’s Suites – always among the first to be reserved. Immensely spacious and exceptionally luxurious, these suites span nearly 1,000 square feet and are oases of quietude and relaxation. Every imaginable amenity is found here, further enhanced by a sumptuous re-designed bathroom with an oversized shower, a private teak veranda and two flat-screen televisions.
Owner's Suite Privileges
In addition to Stateroom Amenities
FREE laundry service – up to 3 bags per stateroom+
Priority 11 am ship embarkation with priority luggage delivery
24-hour Butler service
Complimentary in-suite bar setup with 6 full-size bottles of premium spirits and wines from our suite beverage menu
Complimentary welcome bottle of Champagne
Fresh fruit basket replenished daily
Priority online specialty restaurant reservations
Unlimited access to the Aquamar Spa Terrace
iPad upon request for your enjoyment on board++
Customized entertainment system
Bulgari gift set and variety of amenities
Choice of daily printed newspaper
Complimentary Oceania Cruises logo tote bag and personalized stationery
Cashmere lap blankets, perfect for relaxing on your veranda
Choice of pillow from a luxurious selection
Complimentary shoeshine service
Complimentary pressing of garments upon embarkation++
Full BarTelephoneKing or Twin ConfigurationLounge AreaDining AreaShower+10
US$12,899 /person+ US$931 taxes & fees
Penthouse Suite
Suite
322 m²Max 2
PH1PH2PH3
Our collection of 322-square-foot Penthouse Suites is designed with splendid décor and exquisite furnishings in serene shades of the sea and sun. Spacious enough for private in-suite dining the living area features a refrigerated mini-bar and vanity desk, and the granite-clad bathroom features a large enclosed shower. Relax on the beautifully furnished private teak veranda.
Penthouse Suite Privileges
In addition to Suite & Stateroom Amenities
Free laundry service – up to 3 bags per stateroom+
Priority 11 am ship embarkation with priority luggage delivery
24-hour Butler service
Complimentary welcome bottle of Champagne
Priority online specialty restaurant and shore excursion reservation
Unlimited access to the Aquamar Spa Terrace
iPad upon request
Variety of Bulgari amenities
Complimentary Oceania Cruises logo tote bag
Cashmere lap blankets
Complimentary shoe shine service
Complimentary pressing of garments upon embarkation++
+Up to 20 garments per laundry bag. 3 day turnaround time and laundry will not be accepted 3 days prior to disembarkation.
Mini Bar (Additional Cost)TelephoneKing or Twin ConfigurationShowerToiletries ProvidedRoom Service Available+8
US$4,912 /person+ US$931 taxes & fees
Vista Suite
Suite
786 m²Max 2
VS
Named for their sweeping views over the ship's bow, the four Vista Suites each sprawl over 786 square feet. Every imaginable comfort is here, including a second bathroom for guests as well as a master bathroom newly redesigned in onyx and granite with a luxurious new shower. Relax on the private teak veranda, listen to music in enhanced surround sound or watch a movie on one of two flat-screen televisions. Access wireless Internet on a complimentary iPad.
Vista Suite Privileges
In addition to Stateroom Amenities
FREE laundry service – up to 3 bags per stateroom+
Priority 11 am ship embarkation with priority luggage delivery
24-hour Butler service
Complimentary in-suite bar setup with 6 full-size bottles of premium spirits and wines from our suite beverage menu
Complimentary welcome bottle of Champagne
Fresh fruit basket replenished daily
Priority online specialty restaurant reservations
Unlimited access to the Aquamar Spa Terrace
iPad upon request for your enjoyment on board++
Bulgari gift set and variety of amenities
Choice of daily printed newspaper
Complimentary Oceania Cruises logo tote bag and personalized stationery
Cashmere lap blankets, perfect for relaxing on your veranda
Choice of pillow from a luxurious selection
Complimentary shoeshine service
Complimentary pressing of garments upon embarkation++
Media/Entertainment StationTelephoneKing or Twin ConfigurationLounge AreaShowerToiletries Provided+9
US$11,049 /person+ US$931 taxes & fees
Concierge Veranda
Balcony
216 m²Max 2
A1A2A3
Located in some of the most desirable locations on the ship, Category A Concierge Level Veranda Staterooms offer the attractive blend of both value and luxury. These sleekly redefined 216-square-foot staterooms offer coveted amenities and exclusive privileges, such as free laundry service, that make your experience that much more carefree. Fresh new decor, sumptuous Ultra Tranquility Beds and re-inspired verandas with stylish new furniture complete the Concierge experience.
Exclusive Concierge Privileges
In addition to Stateroom Amenities
FREE laundry service – up to 3 bags per stateroom+
Expanded lunch and dinner room service menu from The Grand Dining Room
Priority noon ship embarkation
Complimentary welcome bottle of Champagne
Priority online specialty restaurant reservations
Unlimited access to the Aquamar Spa Terrace
iPad upon request for your enjoyment onboard++
Complimentary Oceania Cruises logo tote bag
Cashmere lap blankets, perfect for relaxing on your veranda
Complimentary pressing of garmets upon embarkation++
Complimentary shoeshine service
Mini Bar (Additional Cost)TelephoneKing or Twin ConfigurationLounge AreaShowerToiletries Provided+8
US$4,162 /person+ US$931 taxes & fees
Veranda Stateroom
Balcony
216 m²Max 2
B1B2
Custom-crafted furnishings, exotic stone finishes, supple upholstered headboards and chic lighting are just a few of the enhancements within these 216-square-foot staterooms that also boast our most popular luxury – a private teak veranda for watching the ever-changing panoramas. Conveniences within each stateroom include a vanity desk, refrigerated mini-bar, breakfast table and spacious seating area.
Veranda Stateroom Amenities
Ultra Tranquility Bed, an Oceania Cruises Exclusive
Refrigerated mini-bar with free and unlimited soft drinks and bottled water replenished daily
Private teak veranda
Complimentary 24-hour room service
Signature Belgian chocolates with nightly turndown service
Plush cotton towels
Thick cotton robes and slippers
Bulgari amenities
Handheld hair dryer
Flat-screen television with DVD player and extensive media library
Security safe
Mini Bar (Additional Cost)TelephoneKing or Twin ConfigurationLounge AreaShowerToiletries Provided+8
US$3,975 /person+ US$931 taxes & fees
Deluxe Ocean View Stateroom
Outside
165 m²Max 2
C1C2
With entirely re-designed closets, dressers and vanities, these 165-squarefoot staterooms feel even more spacious. A generous seating area, vanity desk, refrigerated mini-bar and breakfast table are perfectly complemented by the soothing hues and stylish fabrics of the sleek new decor.
Deluxe Ocean View Stateroom FREE Amenities:
FREE soft drinks replenished daily in your refrigerated mini-bar
FREE still & sparkling Vero Water
FREE room service menu 24 hours a day
Deluxe Ocean View Stateroom Included Amenities:
Ultra Tranquility Bed, an Oceania Cruises Exclusive
Bulgari amenities
Twice-daily maid service
Category (C1) includes accessibility features in stateroom #4052 and #4056.
Interactive television system with on-demand movies, weather and more
Wireless Internet access and cellular service
Writing desk and stationary
Plush cotton towels, robes and slippers
Handheld hair dryer
Security safe
Belgian chocolates with turndown service
Deluxe Ocean View Accessibility Features:
Bed with hoist space
Large bathroom door
Toilet grab rails
Roll in bathrooms with no lip riser which has a wraparound drainage system as well as a bathtub
Mini Bar (Additional Cost)TelephoneKing or Twin ConfigurationLounge AreaShowerToiletries Provided+7
US$2,470 /person+ US$931 taxes & fees
Ocean View Stateroom
Outside
165 m²Max 2
D
Either featuring a classic porthole or a panorama window with obstructed views, these exquisitely appointed 165-square-foot staterooms showcase sophisticated new decor and a modern design that maximizes both space and convenience. Enjoy a comfortable seating area with a sofa on which to stretch out, as well as a vanity desk, breakfast table and refrigerated mini-bar.
Ocean View FREE Amenities:
FREE soft drinks replenished daily in your refrigerated mini-bar
FREE still & sparkling Vero Water
FREE room service menu 24 hours a day
Ocean View Included Amenities:
Ultra Tranquility Bed, an Oceania Cruises Exclusive
Bulgari amenities
Twice-daily maid service
Interactive television system with on-demand movies, weather and more
Wireless Internet access and cellular service
Writing desk and stationary
Plush cotton towels, robes and slippers
Handheld hair dryer
Security safe
Belgian chocolates with turndown service
Mini Bar (Additional Cost)Ironing BoardKing or Twin ConfigurationLounge AreaShowerToiletries Provided+7
US$2,307 /person+ US$931 taxes & fees
Solo Oceanview Stateroom
Outside
143 m²Max 1
S
These charming 143-square-foot staterooms are the perfect retreat for the solo traveler. Amply spacious and centrally located on Deck 6, each is equipped with a sublimely plush Tranquility Bed, refrigerated mini-bar, writing desk and abundant storage space.
Stateroom Amenities :
Tranquility Bed, an Oceania Cruises exclusive
FREE sodas replenished daily in your refrigerated mini-bar
FREE still and sparkling Vero Water
Private teak veranda
Luxury bath amenities
FREE room service menu 24 hours a day
Daily housekeeping service
Gourmet turndown chocolates upon request
Interactive television system with on-demand movies, weather and more
Starlink® WiFi service
Writing desk and stationery
Plush cotton towels, robes and slippers
Handheld hair dryer
Security safe
One Single BedShowerToiletries ProvidedRoom Service AvailableFree Mini BarTV+6
US$4,842 /person+ US$931 taxes & fees
Inside Stateroom
Inside
160 m²Max 2
FG
Beautifully re-designed with a modern flair, these delightful private retreats boast 160 square feet of luxury. Highlights include a comfortable seating area, vanity desk, refrigerated mini-bar and plenty of storage. The ingenious use of space is complemented by the re-inspired decor.
Inside Stateroom FREE Amenities:
FREE soft drinks replenished daily in your refrigerated mini-bar
FREE still & sparkling Vero Water
FREE room service menu 24 hours a day
Inside Stateroom Included Amenities:
Ultra Tranquility Bed, an Oceania Cruises Exclusive
Bulgari amenities
Twice-daily maid service
Interactive television system with on-demand movies, weather and more
Wireless Internet access and cellular service
Writing desk and stationary
Plush cotton towels, robes and slippers
Handheld hair dryer
Security safe
Belgian chocolates with turndown service
Mini Bar (Additional Cost)TelephoneKing or Twin ConfigurationLounge AreaShowerToiletries Provided+7
US$2,080 /person+ US$931 taxes & fees
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