Experience the Magic of Small Ship Voyages
Exploring Lesser-Known Ports, Iconic Cities, and
Vibrant Resort Towns
MIAMI, Oct. 16,
2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Oceania Cruises®, the
world's leading culinary- and destination-focused cruise line, has
revealed its 2026 Collection of Voyages featuring an extraordinary
breadth of sailings across Alaska,
the Mediterranean, Northern
Europe, and beyond.
The 2026 Collection of Voyages features more than 100 enticing
itineraries, plus 35 Grand Voyages, offering the most enjoyable
means of extended exploration by sea aboard six of the line's
ultra-premium, small ships.
The thoughtfully planned voyages encourage travelers to ignite
their passion for discovery by visiting both renowned and
off-the-beaten-path destinations, from Alaska's rugged wilderness to the sun-drenched
Mediterranean and the splendors of Northern Europe.
"Oceania Cruises is about discovering the magic of small-ship
cruising, where the onboard experiences are just as exceptional as
the destinations visited," said Frank A.
Del Rio, President of Oceania Cruises. "On board our
intimate ships, guests can tailor their experience exactly as they
wish, whether that be indulging in a gourmet meal created by our
esteemed onboard culinary team or setting out on a shore excursion
– the choice is entirely theirs. The convenience of small-ship
cruising allows our guests to unpack only once and seamlessly
explore iconic cities and hidden treasures; with no lines, they're
able to step ashore quickly, and they are always warmly greeted
back aboard with a heartfelt welcome from our onboard team."
Small Ships, Big World
With bucket list trips covering
the most incredible locations from Vancouver to Papeete, Istanbul to Barcelona and Reykjavik to London, Oceania Cruises guests can savor the
joys of traveling the world on sailings ranging from seven to 67
days. No matter how long their chosen sailing, Oceania Cruises
guests can dive deeper into each destination, as the line's small
ships spend between 30 and 50 percent more time in each port than
premium cruise lines, including many overnight stays. Once ashore,
guests can choose from hundreds of excursions in each port of call
catering to a wealth of interests, including food, wine, history,
architecture, and local culture.
Intriguing itineraries explore world-famous cities such as
London, Copenhagen, Seattle, Berlin, Stockholm, and Reykjavik alongside holiday islands including
Ibiza, Mykonos, Crete, Rhodes, and
Santorini. Additionally, these itineraries offer the chance to
explore further, with the line's small ships visiting places rather
less expected, such as Trapani, Sicily; Tórshavn, Faroe Islands; Arrecife, Lanzarote, Canary
Islands; Mandal, Norway; Liepaja,
Latvia; and Lysekil, Sweden.
The 2026 Collection Highlights
- The return of Riviera™ to Alaska in 2026, where 14 itineraries will
showcase the local culture, soaring glaciers, and pristine
wilderness of "The Last Frontier."
- Travelers can sail the Mediterranean aboard Allura™,
Insignia™, and Nautica™, offering more than 50 distinct
itineraries ranging from seven to 14 days.
- Vista™, Marina™, and Insignia will reign supreme
in the Baltics, Scandinavia, British Isles, Iceland, and Greenland with more than two dozen itineraries
ranging from seven to 18 days.
- A special highlight of the collection includes Marina's
Solar Eclipse Cruise sailing from Copenhagen to Reykjavik departing on July 30, which positions travelers in the path of
totality for the 2026 Solar Eclipse. Guests will enjoy extensive
onboard programming including an onboard eclipse viewing party,
signature cocktail offerings, and special cooking demonstrations.
In addition, renowned expert astronomer Dennis Mammana will be on board as the guest
enrichment speaker and will be narrating the actual eclipse.
Alaska
Season: May -
September
Explore the best of Alaska in
exceptional style aboard the intimate, 1,250-guest Riviera.
Discover the soaring glaciers, pristine wilderness and unique local
culture of the region paired with Riviera's luxurious ambiance and
many gourmet culinary experiences. Each new day brings exciting
adventures such as witnessing the beauty of Hubbard Glacier from
aboard the ship; while days ashore mean opportunities for
helicopter flightseeing with local experts, Zodiac boat
expeditions, wildlife safaris in old-growth rainforests and so much
more.
The 2026 Collection offers 14 diverse itineraries aboard
Riviera, featuring marquee ports of call including
Juneau, Ketchikan, and Sitka and boutique ports including
Klawock, Wrangell, and Haines are featured.
Mediterranean
Season: April - December
From impressive ruins and atmospheric old quarters to thriving food
scenes and sun-drenched beaches, our Mediterranean cruises offer
the perfect combination of old-world beauty and modern charisma.
Visit a winery overlooking the caldera in Santorini and travel back
in time to the ancient Greco-Roman world while in Ephesus. Drive
into the hills of medieval Èze, glide through Capri's magical Blue
Grotto and savor lunch with chilled rosé overlooking the sea. Famed
attractions such as Istanbul's
Blue Mosque, the Vatican Museums in Rome, and La Sagrada Família in Barcelona are but the beginning of adventures.
The slopes of Sicily, the
whitewashed villages of Andalusia and the Italian Riviera become
playgrounds on these unforgettable Mediterranean voyages.
With sailings aboard Allura, Insignia, and
Nautica, travelers can choose from over 50 itineraries
ranging from seven to 14 days, framed by iconic cities including
Barcelona, Rome (Civitavecchia), Athens (Piraeus), Istanbul, Lisbon, and Monte
Carlo.
Baltic, Scandinavia, and
Northern Europe
Season: May – September
A region of epic tales where rolling forests give way to chic
cities, the Baltic, Scandinavia
and Northern Europe regions are a
vibrant blend of medieval old towns, cutting-edge culture capitals
and majestic natural beauty. Marvel at dramatic landscapes of
sprawling lava fields and imposing glaciers in Iceland, sail the breathtaking fjords of
Norway and unlock the secrets of
the Scottish Highlands and Shetland Islands. These voyages invite
you to experience some of the most memorable and diverse treasures
in these iconic destinations which are best explored by sea.
With sailings aboard Vista, Marina, and Insignia,
travelers can choose from more than 25 voyages ranging from seven
to 18 days with overnight stays in cities including Stockholm, Berlin, and Reykjavik.
Canada & New
England
Season: September - October
Oceania Cruises' itineraries in Canada and New England are thoughtfully
designed to showcase the beauty and breadth of these distinctive
and enchanting regions. Explore the highlights of ever-popular
destinations such as Portland,
with its vibrant culinary scene, the fascinating maritime heritage
of Halifax, and the storied
architecture of Quebec City.
Travelers can choose from four different 11-day itineraries
aboard Vista, featuring calls in Montreal, Sydney and Boston, alongside lesser-known ports such as
Charlottetown and Havre-Saint-Pierre.
Transoceanic
Season: October - November
While the indulgence of days at sea to enjoy the ship's abundant
amenities, enrichment, and entertainment is incentive enough,
transoceanic journeys offer the unparalleled opportunity to
experience some of the most remote ports of call. Alongside
Bora Bora in French Polynesia and San Juan, Puerto Rico, are exotic and
off-the-beaten-path boutique jewels that offer perfect additions to
your travel diary – think the adventure-laden Kauai, dramatic Raiatea, exotic Tangier, and
the beautiful Canary Islands. These thoughtfully curated
destinations create ideal voyages offering you the best of both
worlds, a harmonious blend of luxurious relaxation on board and
immersive experiences ashore.
Oceania Cruises offers four transoceanic itineraries ranging
from 14 to 15 days with boutique ports of call including
Kailua-Kona, Hawaii; Arrecife
(Lanzarote), Canary Islands; and Nuku Hiva, French Polynesia.
For additional information on Oceania Cruises' small-ship
luxury, exquisitely crafted cuisine, and expertly curated travel
experiences, visit OceaniaCruises.com, call 855-OCEANIA, or speak
with a professional travel advisor.
About Oceania Cruises
Oceania Cruises® is
the world's leading culinary- and destination-focused cruise line.
The line's eight small, luxurious ships carry a maximum of 1,250
guests and feature The Finest Cuisine at Sea® and
destination-rich itineraries that span the globe. Expertly curated
travel experiences are available aboard the designer-inspired,
small ships, which call on more than 600 marquee and boutique ports
in more than 100 countries on seven continents, on voyages that
range from seven to more than 200 days. Oceania Cruises®
has two additional ships on order scheduled for delivery in 2027
and 2028 or 2029[1]. Oceania Cruises® is a
wholly owned subsidiary of Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd.
(NYSE: NCLH). To learn more, visit www.nclhltd.com.
[1] Delivery for the second Oceania Cruises ship
is contractually scheduled for the fourth quarter of 2028, but may
be delayed to 2029.
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