Epic Grand Voyage Itinerary Featuring an In-depth
Immersion of the Holy Lands Is Now on Sale
MIAMI, Dec. 1, 2022
/PRNewswire/ -- Oceania Cruises, the world's leading culinary- and
destination-focused cruise line, announced a brand-new immersive
Grand Voyage itinerary for 2023. Now on sale, the Mediterranean
Connection sailing on Marina will embark on a 33-day journey
from Venice to Barcelona,
immersing guests in the highlights of the Eastern Mediterranean and
Holy Lands like never before. Departing on October 11, 2023, this Grand Voyage will call on
28 ports, not repeating one throughout the journey, and will offer
three shorter segment options up to 12 days long.
"With demand continuing to increase for longer and more
destination-immersive voyages, we are thrilled to reveal this new
itinerary offering experiences in both iconic and
off-the-beaten-path ports of call in a corner of the world with
rich history and cultural wonders," stated Howard Sherman, President and CEO of Oceania
Cruises.
This Grand Voyage is ideal for time-rich travelers to enjoy
special luxuries available on board. Ranging from a state-of-the
art cooking school teaching the flavors of the region to private
dining at Privée offering the ultimate exclusive dining experience,
there are endless selections for guests to indulge in. This special
Grand Voyage itinerary was designed for the intrepid explorer,
enamored by the celebration of history, culture, and cuisine in
myriad mesmerizing destinations. During this expedition,
Marina will call on Italy,
Croatia, Greece, Turkey, Malta, Israel, Egypt
and more.
Mediterranean Connection: Grand
Voyage
33 Days Aboard Marina – October 11, 2023 – November 13, 2023
Set sail for just over a month aboard the 1,238-guest
Marina to delight in an array of brilliant discoveries
throughout the Eastern Mediterranean. From Venice, this voyage
takes guests through iconic marquee ports and hidden gem
destinations across the Mediterranean with a truly unique itinerary
featuring sought-after culinary experiences in soul-stirring
Italian locales, an intriguing blend of history and culture
throughout the Greek Isles and a comprehensive journey through the
sacred sites of the Holy Lands.
Mediterranean Connection Grand Voyage Highlights
- With no repeat ports of call, explore 28 diverse ports ranging
from iconic cities to off-the-beaten-path destinations
- Embarking in fall 2023, experience all that the Eastern
Mediterranean has to offer with a more temperate climate and fewer
crowds
- Explorations of 10 legendary countries, easily connecting
diverse corners of the region
- An overnight in Istanbul
offering guests ample time for in-depth exploration of the
magnificent city astride two continents
Ports of Call
- Venice (Trieste), Italy
- Split, Croatia
- Kotor, Montenegro
- Corfu, Greece
- Katakolon, Greece
- Chania (Crete), Greece
- Santorini, Greece
- Messina (Sicily), Italy
- Salerno, Italy
- Rome (Civitavecchia),
Italy
- Naples/Pompeii, Italy
- Catania (Sicily), Italy
- Bodrum, Turkey
- Ephesus (Kusadasi), Turkey
- Athens (Piraeus), Greece
- Mykonos, Greece
- Thessaloniki, Greece
- Kavala/Philippi, Greece
- Istanbul, Turkey (including
one overnight)
- Antalya, Turkey
- Limassol, Cyprus
- Jerusalem (Haifa), Israel
- Jerusalem (Ashdod),
Israel
- Cairo (Port Said),
Egypt
- Alexandria, Egypt
- Valletta, Malta
- La Goulette, Tunisia
- Barcelona, Spain
For guests interested in shorter segments of the Mediterranean
Connection Grand Voyage, Oceania Cruises is offering three segments
that compose it for ease and convenience aboard the luxurious
Marina, followed by three additional Grand Voyage
itineraries of up to 23 days.
- Greek & Italian Shores – Venice to Rome – 10 days, October
11 – October 21, 2023
- Legendary Pathways – Rome
to Istanbul – 11 days,
October 21 – November 1, 2023
- Holy Land & Treasures – Istanbul to Barcelona – 12 days, November 1 – November 13,
2023
- Mediterranean Mystique – Barcelona to Rome – 22 days, September 29 – October 21,
2023
- Icons of Civilizations – Venice to Istanbul – 21 days, October 11 – November 1,
2023
- Seas of Revelation – Rome
to Barcelona – 23 days,
October 21 – November 13, 2023
The itineraries are now available to book online at
www.OceaniaCruises.com. For additional information on Oceania
Cruises' small-ship luxury product, exquisitely crafted cuisine,
and expertly curated travel experiences, visit OceaniaCruises.com,
call 855-OCEANIA, or speak with a professional travel advisor.
About Oceania Cruises
Oceania Cruises is the world's leading culinary- and
destination-focused cruise line. The line's seven small, luxurious
ships carry a maximum of 1,238 guests and feature the finest
cuisine at sea and destination-rich itineraries that span the
globe. Expertly curated travel experiences aboard the
designer-inspired, small ships call on more than 450 marquee and
boutique ports across Europe,
Alaska, Asia, Africa,
Australia, New Zealand, New England-Canada, Bermuda, the Caribbean, the Panama Canal, Tahiti and the
South Pacific in addition to the epic 180-day Around the World
Voyages. The brand has a second 1,200-guest Allura Class ship on order for delivery in 2025.
With headquarters in Miami,
Oceania Cruises is owned by Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd., a
diversified cruise operator of leading global cruise brands which
include Norwegian Cruise Line, Oceania Cruises and Regent Seven
Seas Cruises.
About Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd.
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. (NYSE: NCLH) is a leading
global cruise company which operates the Norwegian Cruise Line,
Oceania Cruises and Regent Seven Seas Cruises brands. With a
combined fleet of 29 ships with over 60,000 berths, these brands
offer itineraries to approximately 500 destinations worldwide. The
Company has eight additional ships scheduled for delivery through
2027, comprising approximately 20,000 berths.
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