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From the sun-drenched shores of Italy and Greece to the timeless heart of Türkiye, this exceptional journey is elevated by an elegant Oceania cruise.
Your holiday begins in Rome, where you'll embark Oceania Sirena and set a course for sunlit islands and storied harbours. Days unfold at an easy pace, from the baroque streets of Sicily to the whitewashed lanes of Mykonos, where windmills stand watch over a glittering Aegean. Between ports, Sirena's relaxed, refined atmosphere makes every evening on board something to savour.
Disembarking in Istanbul, a city straddling two continents, you'll begin a 10-night escorted Türkiye tour through landscapes shaped by empires. In Cappadocia, dawn reveals balloons drifting above valleys of fairy chimneys, while the marble avenues of Ephesus and the shimmering terraces of Pamukkale bring ancient history vividly to life.
Your holiday begins with an overnight flight from Australia to Rome.
Day 2 - Rome: Hotel Stay
Arrive in Rome and transfer to your hotel for an overnight stay, with time to explore the Eternal City before the ship sails tomorrow.
Day 3 - Civitavecchia: Embark Ship
Transfer to Civitavecchia (Rome) and board Oceania Sirena, your home for the next nine nights, as she sails along Italy's coastline.
Day 4 - Salerno
Salerno is the gateway to the Amalfi Coast, with a handsome waterfront promenade and a medieval quarter rising on the hillside above.
Day 5 - Palermo
Sicily's capital reflects Arab, Byzantine and Spanish influences. Browse the colourful stalls of the historic street markets, admire the golden mosaics of the Norman chapels, and try arancini, the local rice speciality.
Day 6 - Catania
Catania sits in the shadow of Mount Etna. Rebuilt in dark volcanic stone after a 17th-century eruption and earthquake, the city offers handsome squares and a lively fish market, with the foothills of Europe's most active volcano within easy reach.
Day 7 - Zakynthos
Zakynthos is an Ionian island known for turquoise water and white cliffs. Its coastline hides sea caves and sheltered coves, while the harbour town suits unhurried strolls and long lunches by the water.
Day 8 - Gythion
Gythion is a fishing town in the Peloponnese, its waterfront lined with tavernas serving the morning's catch. From here you can visit the Byzantine ruins of Mystras or the tower villages of the Mani Peninsula.
Day 9 - Mykonos
Mykonos is as lively as it is beautiful, with waterside bars in Little Venice and boutiques tucked into narrow whitewashed alleys. Spend time on the soft sands, shop for local crafts, and enjoy a cocktail as the island comes alive in the evening.
Day 10 - Volos
Volos sits at the foot of Mount Pelion and is traditionally linked to Jason and the Argonauts, who are said to have set sail from here in search of the Golden Fleece. Walk along the Pagasetic Gulf or travel inland to the Meteora monasteries.
Day 11 - Çanakkale
Çanakkale is the gateway to the ruins of Troy, where layers of archaeology reveal thousands of years of history on the shores of the Dardanelles.
Day 12 - Istanbul: Disembark Ship & Hotel Stay
Leave Sirena in Istanbul and transfer to your hotel for a two-night stay. A city that spans two continents, Istanbul is yours to begin exploring.
Day 13 - Istanbul: Hotel Stay & Tour
A guided city tour takes in the Blue Mosque, Hippodrome Square, a photo stop at Hagia Sophia and the bustling Grand Bazaar.
Day 14 - Cappadocia: Hotel Stay
Fly on to Cappadocia and its otherworldly volcanic landscape of rock spires and cave dwellings, checking in for a two-night stay.
Day 15 - Cappadocia: Hotel Stay & Tour
An optional early-morning tour offers the sunrise and hot air balloons at their best. The day continues to the Three Beauties, Pigeon Valley, Uçhisar Valley and Paşabağ Valley, before Avanos Valley and the Red River, Türkiye's longest.
Day 16 - Konya: Hotel Stay & Tour
Visit Sultan Han Caravanserai, a fine example of Seljuk architecture, then travel on to Konya to see the Mevlana Museum, resting place of the Sufi mystic Rumi.
Day 17 - Pamukkale: Hotel Stay
Transfer to Pamukkale, whose name translates as “Cotton Castle”, with a free day to relax ahead of tomorrow's touring.
Day 18 - Pamukkale: Tour & Kuşadası Hotel Stay
Visit the UNESCO World Heritage site of Hierapolis and its dazzling white thermal terraces, tour a local textile outlet, and then transfer on towards Ephesus.
Day 19 - Kuşadası: Hotel Stay
Relax on the beaches of Kuşadası or join an optional tour to the House of Virgin Mary, with Mediterranean dining and coastal views to round off the day.
Day 20 - Çanakkale: Tour & Hotel Stay
Leave Kuşadası and take the cable car to the Acropolis of Pergamon before continuing to Çanakkale on the Dardanelles, learning about Troy, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Day 21 - Çanakkale: Tour & Hotel Stay
The day begins with a photo stop at the Trojan Horse before touring the Gallipoli region, including the Lone Pine Memorial overlooking the 1915 front line and the Anzac Cove landing site.
*Advertised pricing is based on per person twin share is based on 17 July 2027 departure, correct as of 12 October 2026. Inside stateroom pricing includes a complimentary upgrade to an Oceanview stateroom.
Booking terms and conditions apply.
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Term and conditions apply: All pricing subject to change and availability. Advertised prices are per person twin share unless stated otherwise. Offers may be withdrawn at any time. Itineraries are subject to change. Booking Conditions and Phil Hoffmann Travel Schedule of Professionalism* applies. Please speak to your Phil Hoffmann Travel Consultant for more information.
