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Immerse yourself in the rich history and stunning landscapes of Italy, Malta, Greece, and Ephesus on this 21-night cruise
- Sail aboard the all-suite Seabourn Ovation, with premium spirits, fine wines, and dining included
- Discover the medieval charms of Dubrovnik, Kotor, and Valletta
- Explore the ancient ruins of Ephesus
Trip Details
- Departs
- 12 August 2028
- Returns
- 2 September 2028
- Embarks
- Operator
- Seabourn
21-night Europe cruise from Civitavecchia (for Rome), Italy to Istanbul, Turkey aboard Seabourn Ovation.
Calling at Salerno, Giardini Naxos, Mgarr, Valletta, Kotor, Dubrovnik, Brindisi, Corfu, Itea, Gythion, Athens, Monemvasia, Agios Nikolaos, Mykonos, Bodrum, Kusadasi and Istanbul, with 3 days at sea.
Seabourn Ovation is an all-suite Seabourn ship: every suite is ocean-front, and premium spirits, fine wines, dining in every venue and gratuities are included in the fare.
Suite categories range from Veranda Suite to Owner's Suite.
Departures & Pricing
- 12 Aug 2028 - 02 Sep 2028
from $24,298 pp twin share *
- Veranda Suite from $24,298 pp twin share
- Penthouse Suite from $46,698 pp twin share
- Penthouse Spa Suite from $50,903 pp twin share
- Owner's Suite from $54,398 pp twin share
* Prices and category availability are subject to change without notice.
Upgrades, transfers, accommodation and more can be quoted on enquiry — call 1300 414 198.
Seabourn Ovation
- Guests
- 604
- Gross tonnage
- 41,865
- Speed
- 15 knots
- Length
- 210 m
- Launched
- 2018
- Beam
- 28 m
- Deck plans
- 10
Deck 12
Source: Seabourn, captured 16 September 2026. Deck plans are provided by the cruise line and are subject to change at any time.
Itinerary
- 1
Civitavecchia (for Rome), Italy
Departs 06:00 pm.
Your gateway to the Eternal City, Civitavecchia has served as Rome's seaport since the 13th century. The port has a long and venerable history. The emperor Trajan built a pleasure villa near the modern city, while Bernini and Michelangelo designed the harbor fortifications.Yet the Eternal City eternally beckons. The ancient capital of the Western World and the center of Christianity for nearly 2,000 years, Rome provides an inexhaustible feast. Visit the ruins of the Forum, view the splendors of the Sistine Chapel, or climb the Spanish Steps, once the heart of Rome's Bohemian Quarter.Rome has been a magnet luring the world's greatest artists, architects, and philosophers since the days of the Caesars.
- 2
Salerno, Italy
Arrives 09:00 am, departs 06:00 pm.
- 3
Giardini Naxos (Taormina), Italy
Arrives 08:00 am, departs 06:00 pm.
- 4
Mgarr (Victoria), Gozo, Malta
Arrives 08:00 am, departs 05:00 pm.
- 5
Valletta, Malta
Arrives 08:00 am, departs 10:00 pm.
Malta is the largest in a group of seven islands that occupy a strategic position between Europe and Africa. The island's history is long and turbulent. Everyone from the Normans to the Nazis have vied for control of this small, honey-colored rock. For centuries the island was the possession of the knightly Order of St. John - the Knights Hospitaller. Valletta, Malta's current capital, was planned by the Order's Grandmaster Jean de la Valette to secure the island's eastern coast from Turk incursions. Founded in 1566, Valletta's bustling streets are lined with superb Baroque buildings and churches.Malta has a long history: the megalithic stone temples at Gozo may be the oldest freestanding structures on Earth. Malta has two official languages, Maltese (constitutionally the national language) and English. Malta was admitted to the European Union in 2004 and in 2008 became part of the eurozone.
- 6
At Sea
- 7
Kotor, Montenegro
Arrives 08:00 am, departs 06:00 pm.
Kotor lies at the head of Boka Bay. Bordered by towering limestone cliffs, the winding bay is actually Southern Europe's longest and most dramatic fjord. The port itself is a medieval gem: its narrow, asymmetrical streets are lined with ancient stone houses, old palaces, and churches dating from the 12th century. Kotor is also your gateway to the cultural and scenic wonders of Montenegro, from the old royal capital at Cetinje to the marshes and wildlife of Lake Skadar National Park.Kotor is renowned for its nightlife: the streets of the old port are lined with pubs, taverns and cafés. The city is also host to a renowned summer carnival.Kotor is an anchorage port. Passengers transfer to shore via ship's tender.
- 8
Dubrovnik, Croatia
Arrives 07:00 am, departs 11:00 pm.
Dubrovnik is a beautiful stone jewel hugging the Adriatic Sea. This picture-perfect medieval walled city offers ancient stone buildings, narrow cobbled streets and fortified ramparts rising above red-tiled rooftops. Stradun is the city's focal point and main artery while Dubrovnik's streets are blessedly free of vehicular traffic. Despite the heavy damage inflicted by shelling in the early '90s, Dubrovnik has been restored to its pre-war beauty. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the old city remains the pride of the Republic of Croatia.For six centuries Dubrovnik was an independent republic - an oligarchy ruled by patrician families. The Republic was overthrown by Napoleon in 1808.Note: All passengers must carry an original photo I.D. when going ashore: photocopies are not accepted.On occasion, Dubrovnik will be an anchorage port; passengers transfer to shore via ship's tender.
- 9
Kotor, Montenegro
Arrives 07:00 am, departs 06:00 pm.
Kotor lies at the head of Boka Bay. Bordered by towering limestone cliffs, the winding bay is actually Southern Europe's longest and most dramatic fjord. The port itself is a medieval gem: its narrow, asymmetrical streets are lined with ancient stone houses, old palaces, and churches dating from the 12th century. Kotor is also your gateway to the cultural and scenic wonders of Montenegro, from the old royal capital at Cetinje to the marshes and wildlife of Lake Skadar National Park.Kotor is renowned for its nightlife: the streets of the old port are lined with pubs, taverns and cafés. The city is also host to a renowned summer carnival.Kotor is an anchorage port. Passengers transfer to shore via ship's tender.
- 10
Brindisi (Lecce), Italy
Arrives 08:00 am, departs 06:00 pm.
- 11
Corfu, Greece
Arrives 08:00 am, departs 05:00 pm.
The lush and verdant island of Corfu lies in the Ionian Sea, midway between Greece and Italy. The island has a long and colorful history. First colonized by the city-state of Corinth, Corfu has been ruled by the Romans, the Venetians, the French and the English. Corfu Town boasts fortresses bearing the insignia of the Venetian Republic, an esplanade lavishly planted by the French during the Napoleonic Wars, and an English cricket pitch. The island also offers some of the finest coastal scenery in the entire Mediterranean.Corfu's old town is a mixture of the medieval and the modern. The Esplanade, planted with palms and eucalyptus by the French, leads to the English cricket pitch.
- 12
Itea (Delphi), Greece
Arrives 08:00 am, departs 06:00 pm.
- 13
At Sea
- 14
Gythion (Sparta), Greece
Arrives 08:00 am, departs 06:00 pm.
- 15
Athens (Piraeus), Greece
Arrives 07:00 am, departs 10:00 pm.
The past maintains a vibrant presence in the cradle of Western civilization. Atop the Acropolis, the serene Parthenon sails above the commotion of the modern city. The tragedies of Aeschylus, Sophocles, and Euripides were performed in the Theater of Dionysus at the foot of the Acropolis. On Pnyx Hill, citizens of a fledgling democracy gathered to cast their votes on Athens' destiny. Then there is the hustle and bustle of the modern city, a metropolis of 4.5 million that spreads out from the foot of Mt. Lycabettus and across the plain. Packed with busy shops and lively tavernas, modern Athens is a colorful counterpoint to classical Greece. Piraeus is the port city for Athens and has been Athens' port of entry for over two millennia.
- 16
Monemvasia, Greece
Arrives 08:00 am, departs 06:00 pm.
- 17
Agios Nikolaos, Crete, Greece
Arrives 08:00 am, departs 06:00 pm.
- 18
Mykonos, Greece
Arrives 08:00 am, departs 06:00 pm.
Thanks to its proximity to the mainland, Mykonos was one of the first Greek islands to become an international travel destination. During the late '60s and early '70s, Mykonos was famed as a haunt for the rich. The island's nightlife - then and now - was a glittering whirl of colored lights, music, and parties. But there's another side to Mykonos - the neighboring island of Delos. In classical mythology, Delos was the birthplace of Apollo and his twin sister Artemis. Travelers to Delos can stroll among the island's vast ruins, which include three temples consecrated to the Sun God and the famed Lions Walk.Mykonos town features hip boutiques, restaurants, jewelry stores, souvenirs, taverns and cafés. The island's famed windmills are found just south of the waterfront.
- 19
Bodrum, Turkey
Arrives 08:00 am, departs 06:00 pm.
- 20
Kusadasi, Turkey (for Ephesus)
Arrives 08:00 am, departs 11:00 pm.
From the port of Kusadasi on Turkey's Anatolian Coast, one travels into the past. Nearby stand the ruins of ancient Ephesus, a major site of archeological excavation. The city was once a Roman provincial capital and trading center. Ephesus is also home to several of Christendom's holiest sites. St. Paul preached at the Great Theater and the ruins of Ephesus' Basilica cover the tomb of Christ's most beloved disciple, St. John the Apostle.In Kusadasi, whitewashed stone houses rise in tiers behind the market district. The palm-lined esplanade is the center of town life, with thousands of merchants offering wares to rival the Grand Bazaar in Istanbul.
- 21
At Sea
- 22
Istanbul, Turkey
Arrives 07:00 am.
Istanbul rises from the Bosphorus, a vision of minarets and domes sparkling in the light. The capital of vanished empires, Istanbul is a true crossroad, the only city on Earth to span two continents. This meeting place of Europe and Asia, of Christian and Muslim, is one of the great adventures a traveler encounters. Browse the stalls of the world's largest bazaar, explore ancient mosques and churches, and gaze at the stunning jewels in the Topkapi Palace.Istanbul has dominated the Straits of Bosphorus for 25 centuries. As Constantinople, capital of the Eastern Roman Empire, it was a metropolis of stunning splendor when the great cities of Europe were mere villages.
Inclusions & exclusions
What’s included
- All-suite, ocean-front accommodation
- Complimentary premium spirits and fine wines
- Dining in every venue, including in-suite dining
- All gratuities
- Seabourn Conversations enrichment programme
Accommodation
Seabourn Ovation is an all-suite Seabourn ship: every suite is ocean-front, and premium spirits, fine wines, dining in every venue and gratuities are included in the fare.
Suite categories available on this sailing: Owner's Suite, Penthouse Suite, Penthouse Spa Suite and Veranda Suite.
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