Your Route
| Date | Destination | To | From | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat 22/08/26 | Piraeus (Athens), Greece | 17:00 | ||
| Sun 23/08/26 | (at sea) | |||
| 1 | Mon 24/08/26 | * Kotor, Montenegro | 08:00 | 17:00 |
| 2 | Tue 25/08/26 | Kerkyra (Corfu), Greece | 08:00 | 17:00 |
| 3 | Wed 26/08/26 | Messina (Taormina, Sicily), Italy | 11:00 | 18:00 |
| 4 | Wed 26/08/26 | Strait of Messina (Passage), Italy | ||
| 5 | Wed 26/08/26 | Stromboli Volcanic Island (passage), Italy | ||
| 6 | Thu 27/08/26 | Salerno, Italy | 08:00 | |
| 6 | Fri 28/08/26 | Salerno, Italy | 17:00 | |
| 7 | Sat 29/08/26 | Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy | 07:00 | 17:00 |
| 8 | Sun 30/08/26 | * Portofino, Italy | 08:00 | 17:00 |
| 9 | Mon 31/08/26 | Ajaccio (Corsica), France | 08:00 | 17:00 |
| 10 | Tue 01/09/26 | Marseilles, France | 07:00 | 18:00 |
| Wed 02/09/26 | (at sea) | |||
| 11 | Thu 03/09/26 | Gibraltar, Gibraltar | 12:00 | 19:00 |
| Fri 04/09/26 | (at sea) | |||
| Sat 05/09/26 | Barcelona, Spain | 07:00 |
Arrival & Departure Options
The Seascanner Rail&Fly ticket can only be used in conjunction with an international flight to/from a German airport or to/from Salzburg and Basel (for flights to/from Amsterdam, Zurich, Brussels and Vienna, this service is available on request for an additional charge). It applies to DB (Deutsche Bahn) routes from all German stations on all scheduled regular trains (including ICE, IC and EC). Unfortunately, a BahnCard discount cannot be granted. Children (up to and including 14 years of age) travel free of charge when accompanied by their parents/grandparents. The Rail&Fly can be used on the day before the outbound flight and on the day after the return flight.
You will receive a voucher code per person and route after the booking of the Seascanner Rail&Fly ticket. The voucher codes can be reedemed on kreuzfahrtberater.bahnanreise.de by selecting the desired connection from those displayed. You will then receive the digital ticket as a PDF download and/or by e-mail. Nevertheless, you are flexible in your use of the trains (provided you keep the selected route and travel day). The journey must be completed by 10 AM on the following day. Rebooking/cancellation is possible on request. For more information, please visit http://www.kreuzfahrtberater.de/deutsche-bahn.
Book now:: Arrival and departure by flight including transfers via Holland America Line. We can request a flight offer for you at the cruise line from 11 months before departure. For this purpose, please select the flight package within your reservation, we will be happy to get back to you independently. Would you like an additional pre- or post-cruise program or transfers to your selected cruise? Please contact us, we will inform you about possible hotels and prices.
We will be happy to check the availability and prices of an airport transfer with Holland America Line for you.
The Seascanner Rail&Fly ticket can only be used in conjunction with an international flight to/from a German airport or to/from Salzburg and Basel (for flights to/from Amsterdam, Zurich, Brussels and Vienna, this service is available on request for an additional charge). It applies to DB (Deutsche Bahn) routes from all German stations on all scheduled regular trains (including ICE, IC and EC). Unfortunately, a BahnCard discount cannot be granted. Children (up to and including 14 years of age) travel free of charge when accompanied by their parents/grandparents. The Rail&Fly can be used on the day before the outbound flight and on the day after the return flight.
You will receive a voucher code per person and route after the booking of the Seascanner Rail&Fly ticket. The voucher codes can be reedemed on kreuzfahrtberater.bahnanreise.de by selecting the desired connection from those displayed. You will then receive the digital ticket as a PDF download and/or by e-mail. Nevertheless, you are flexible in your use of the trains (provided you keep the selected route and travel day). The journey must be completed by 10 AM on the following day. Rebooking/cancellation is possible on request. For more information, please visit http://www.kreuzfahrtberater.de/deutsche-bahn.
Book now:: Arrival and departure by flight including transfers via Holland America Line. We can request a flight offer for you at the cruise line from 11 months before departure. For this purpose, please select the flight package within your reservation, we will be happy to get back to you independently. Would you like an additional pre- or post-cruise program or transfers to your selected cruise? Please contact us, we will inform you about possible hotels and prices.
We will be happy to check the availability and prices of an airport transfer with Holland America Line for you.
The Ship
The pool area on the sundeck can be closed off with a large glass roof. This allows guests to swim and relax without restriction even in cooler weather.
About Holland America Line
The cruise line Holland America Line has been offering international cruises at a very good level for more than 150 years. On the German market, Holland America Line enjoys strong growing popularity, but is still more of an insider tip among the cruise lines.
The size of the ships ranges from smaller ships with about 1,432 passengers to larger ships with up to 2,668 passengers.
On all cruises, the cruise line guarantees a German-speaking contact person, nevertheless English skills are recommended.
Oosterdam data
- Commissioning: 2003
- Length / Width: 254 m / 32 m
- Tonnage: 82,820 GT
- Speed: 22 kn
- Decks: 11
- Number of passengers: 1,916
- Crew: 817
- Languages on board: English
- Currency on board: US-$
- Internet: Starlink from SpaceX, Internet café and W-Fi (fee required)
- Smoking: in designated areas
Oosterdam Sustainability
Holland America Line has set itself the goal of treating the environment responsibly. This is reflected, among other things, in the fact that the entire fleet of the shipping company is shore power capable. Disposable products on board are reduced or recycled as far as possible.
Holland America Line is also the first cruise line in the world to receive both MSC and ASC certification for sustainable seafood. This award emphasises its commitment to environmental protection and responsible sourcing. Guests can now enjoy high-quality seafood on board that is sourced under strict guidelines, contributing to a sustainable future for the oceans.
Oosterdam Staterooms
All cabins are very spacious and comfortably equipped. Premium mattresses and cotton linens, as well as various pillows care for comfortable sleep. The beds can flexibly be separated or put together. All cabins provide plenty of storage space for luggage. Bathrobes for the duration of the trip are available in all cabins. A fruit basket is provided on request and refilled free of charge. The cabins are equipped with a flat-screen TV and a DVD player. You have the choice between the 14-21 m² indoor cabins, the 16 m² outdoor cabins and the 33 m² large veranda cabins. Various types of suites await you on board. The Signature Suite offers approximately 35 m², the Neptune Suite up to 66 m² and the extra spacious Pinnacle Suite even up to 106 m².
Atmosphere on board
The M/S Oosterdam is more of a classic cruise ship. During the day there is a wide range of leisure activities. For example, wine tastings, computer courses or lectures about the travelled destinations are offered (some of them for a fee). On board the most guests are of middle and upper age. But during the holidays also families like to spend their holiday on board. There are childcare services for children and adolescents, although there are less children on board as on other cruise lines. On two evenings a week, festive clothing is recommended. For guests who like it even more casual, there are also alternative opportunities on these two evenings, without formal attire.
Food and Beverages
The excellent cuisine is certainly one of the highlights of a cruise with Holland America Line. A top-class team of six world-class chefs is constantly developing new, inspiring and distinctive dining options for the cruise line's fleet. The á la carte main restaurant, as well as the buffet restaurant, serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. For a fee you can enjoy culinary delights in the specialty restaurant Pinnacle Grill or taste authentic pan-Asian flavors at Tamarind Restaurant.-
Entertainment, Sports and Relaxation
On board, especially on sea days a wide range of entertainment is offered: computer courses, painting classes, auctions, wine tasting, poker tournaments, dance classes and many other offers are available (some for a fee). In the evening big shows are performed. Nevertheless there is always a quiet spot, a cozy bar or an inviting deck chair that offers you the peace, leisure and relaxation that will make your holiday a special experience. Guests can pamper themselves with a massage in the elegant Greenhouse Spa. For more active guests, the large fitness center offers many opportunities to get in motion. Test your limits - at one of the aerobics or Pilates courses, relax in the pool or in one of the hot tubs or jog around the deck for a few laps. There are numerous ways to make your cruise even more varied or active.
Our Summary
A cruise with the M/S Osterdam offers you a lot of stylish comfort and luxury through an attentive service, very good food and an overall very comfortable ship. The Holland America Line ships offer a good price-performance ratio and are especially popular with cruise repeaters who appreciate and enjoy the high standard.
Tipps & Infos
Please note: As a travel agency based in Germany, we are only allowed to book this cruise for you if you can provide an address in any EU country, in Switzerland or in Norway. If you do not have such an address, please contact your local travel agency.
Recommendation: Changes of the hygiene, test, vaccination or entry requirements may occur shortly prior departure. We recommend to check the current regulations for travelers and returnees in time prior departure.
