Oceania Cruises has released its new 2025 European sailings, ranging from six to 24 days, including the debut of the line’s newest ship, Allura.
Allura will set sail from Trieste, Italy, in mid-July before a series of eastern and western Mediterranean voyages for her inaugural season.
Meanwhile, sister ships, Vista and Marina, will take guests to Spain, Portugal, and Greece, before heading north to the British Isles, Iceland, and Scandinavia for the height of the summer.
For those seeking a smaller ship experience, the 670-guest Nautica will explore the Mediterranean, Adriatic, and Aegean Seas throughout summer 2025; while Sirena will head to Northern Europe, and Insignia will offer journeys to Iceland.
Oceania President, Frank A. Del Rio says, “We are thrilled to have this rich line-up of Europe sailings on such a wonderful choice of ships for next year.
“We cannot wait to welcome Allura to the family in July; to have her, and her sister, Vista, which launched to global acclaim last year, in one of the most intriguing and well-loved cruise regions of the world at the same time is so exciting.”
Allura‘s itinerary highlights
Allura’s ‘Maiden Voyage’ in July will take guests from the historic Italian city of Ravenna, with its renowned collection of mosaics to the walled medieval cities of Dubrovnik and Kotor.
‘Iconic Mediterranean Shores’ is a 12-day sailing from Athens to Monte Carlo. with the chance to stroll through Rome.
For island lovers, ‘Greco-Roman Holiday’ takes guests to the islands of Mykonos and Rhodes and ‘Iberian Idylls’ sees guests sail from Monte Carlo to Lisbon, where in Iberia they will see Gothic and Moorish masterpieces like the famed Giralda Tower and Alcazar in Seville.
Onshore experiences
A new exclusive ‘Culinary Discovery Tour’ in Palma will offer an in-depth exploration of Mallorca’s rich culinary heritage. The chef-led tour includes a visit to the Olivar Market where guests can handpick their own produce, and a trip into the rugged countryside to visit the Treuer olive farm.
Afterwards, enjoy a Spanish cooking class aboard the ship, utilising the fresh seafood, cheese, seasonal fruits, vegetables, and olive oil gathered earlier.
Meanwhile, the new tour ‘Capture the Moment’, focuses on photography, providing tips and techniques for getting the best shots with cameras or phones while exploring local sights.
For more information, visit Oceania.
