SAVE up to $5,200* per stateroom!

Empires & Golden Seas

   
Destination:
Rome, Italy
Duration:
25 Nights
Offer ends:
31 March 2026
Valid for travel:
Itinerary Starts: 8 July 2027

Details

Begin your journey with 2 nights in Rome, discovering ancient wonders, charming piazzas, and the city’s celebrated culinary scene before boarding Holland America Line’s elegant Oosterdam. Sail through the Mediterranean’s most iconic destinations, including Barcelona, Malta, and Mykonos, before continuing to Alexandria, the gateway to Cairo’s legendary treasures such as the Pyramids, the Sphinx, and the Egyptian Museum. Enjoy the Mediterranean at its liveliest, with long sunny days, warm waters, vibrant island life, and thriving coastal culture—perfect for sightseeing, beach time, and exploring historic cities. Conclude your holiday with 2 nights in Athens, where ancient history meets modern energy. Visit the Acropolis, wander the Plaka district, and soak in the timeless charm of Greece’s capital. A perfectly balanced Mediterranean escape combining iconic ports, rich history, and unforgettable coastal beauty.

Lead in Inside (GTY) Stateroom – Category (N) from $7,499* per person twin share   

Lead in Ocean View (GTY) Stateroom – Category (F) from $8,409* per person twin share   

Lead in Veranda Stateroom – Category (VH) from $9,385* per person twin share   

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Inclusions

  • Full-service economy flights† return from Australia
  • 2 nights in Rome at Al Manthia Hotel or similar+
  • 21 night cruise from Rome (Civitavecchia) to Athens (Piraeus) aboard Oosterdam
  • Main meals~ and entertainment onboard
  • 2 nights in Athens at Acropolian Spirit Boutique Hotel or similar+
  • Port charges, government fees and air taxes

Itinerary

Fly from Australia.

2 nights in Rome at Al Manthia Hotel or similar+, room only

Overnight in hotel. 

Depart 5:00 PM

8:00 AM to 5:00 PM

8:00 AM to 5:00 PM

7:00 AM to 6:00 PM

12:00 PM to 7:00 PM

7:00 AM to 5:00 PM

8:00 AM to 5:00 PM

8:00 AM to 5:00 PM

8:00 AM to 5:00 PM

7:00 AM to 6:00 PM

7:00 AM to 4:00 PM

Arrive 6:00 AM

Depart 11:59 PM

8:00 AM to 6:00 PM

8:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Arrive 7:00 AM

2 nights in Athens at Acropolian Spirit Boutique Hotel or similar+, room only

Overnight in hotel.

Terms & Conditions

*Conditions apply. Prices correct as at 21 Jan 2026 and are per adult in AUD, based on Interior Guarantee category N, twin share. Savings are per stateroom based on Oceanview Guarantee category F, twin share compared to booking each component separately. Availability based on guaranteed cabins (GTY) where there is no cabin/stateroom number assigned at the time of booking and where guests traveling together in multiple cabin/staterooms may not be berthed near one another due to availability. Cabin/Staterooms may be subject to obstructed views. Prices are subject to change due to fluctuations in charges, taxes and currency even after the deposit is paid. Agents may charge service fees or fees for card payments which vary. Cancellation penalties and conditions apply. †International return one-way economy flights from Melbourne to Rome, and return from Athens back to the same Australian gateway included in the total package price. Departures from select alternate cities and carriers are offered, subject to varying price & availability, call or click continue for more pricing options. Package dates do not account for additional days that may be required to accommodate flying time. All airfares are subject to change / increase / withdrawal without notice by the airline(s) until paid in full and tickets issued. Please check that the flight itinerary dates, times & cities are correct – please note that airline itineraries use 24-hour time. Changes in air pricing and requested upgrades may require additional deposits. Fees apply for changes made after the tickets have been issued. Flight schedules are subject to change without notice, and we recommend checking your flight times with the airline at least 72 hours prior to travel. Claims for costs incurred as a result of schedule changes must be made directly to the airline concerned. Some low-cost carriers have additional charges not included in the air ticket cost for luggage (particularly US domestic flights). These costs are beyond our control and cannot be pre-paid to us as ticketing agents for the airline. Many airline carriers now charge for all baggage, meals and inflight entertainment on international flights. These fees and charges cannot be collected by the agent in advance. Each carrier and route has variations on prices and requirements. Please ask your travel consultant for a breakdown of applicable `pay direct` fees applicable to your booking or check with the airline by managing the booking online via the airline’s website. We recommend contacting the airlines directly for your seating and special meal requests to ensure that the airline has accurately noted your requirements. Airlines will often advise seat numbers but will not guarantee your seating until final boarding. Passengers are responsible for reconfirming all flights 72 hours prior to flight departure times. Flights will only be confirmed approximately 300 days prior to your departure date due to airline booking restrictions. If your booking is outside this timeframe confirmation will include the provisional flight date and routing. A member of our air team will be in contact with you once the booking window opens to discuss your preferred flight options before ticketing. Please note that flights may not operate daily or directly to your destination. Departures or arrivals may be one day before or one day after the itinerary date. Flights must be taken in the order listed on your ticket. Missing any flight segment will result in the automatic cancellation of all subsequent flights by the airline. If you wish to extend your holiday, visit additional cities, or choose a preferred airline, our team will do their best to assist with your request once flights are available in the booking window. Flight variations may incur a $150 AUD fee per person, plus applicable fare or tax differences. These will be advised at the time of your flight selection. Hotels are outside system dare range, price subject to change until confirmed. +If the specified hotel is unavailable, a similar hotel will be substituted. Local tax and resort fees to be collected on arrival in the amount of €15 in Rome and €10 in Athens, per room per night. Subject to change. ~Meals are included in selected restaurants onboard; specialty restaurants may incur a surcharge. Valid for new bookings only. This offer is valid until 31 Mar 2026 unless sold out prior. Offer subject to availability and may be withdrawn without notice and are not combinable with any other offers unless stated. Check all prices, availability and other information before booking. Holland America Line and Helloworld Travel booking terms and conditions apply, see websites for details.

From

$7,499* | per person twin share
SAVE up to $5,200* per stateroom!
Destination:
Rome, Italy
Duration:
25 Nights
Offer ends:
31 March 2026
Valid for travel:
Itinerary Starts: 8 July 2027