Featured Oceania itinerary
Athens (Piraeus) to Barcelona
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December 8 2027 – December 20 2027 · Voyage ALU271208
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Piraeus is Athens' maritime gateway, with busy ferry basins and smaller harbors along its coast. Inland, the Acropolis rises above the capital, while Plaka's lanes, museums and ancient sites reward a longer stay. Arrange transfers with city traffic in mind, particularly when combining sightseeing with disembarkation or an onward flight.
December 8 2027: Embark 1:00 PM · Depart 5:00 PM
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Days at sea offer time to enjoy Oceania Allura between destinations, from reading in a quiet lounge to walking the open decks and watching the changing horizon. Dining, enrichment and relaxation can shape an unhurried day aboard. Consult the onboard program for the activities and facilities available during each sea passage.
December 9 2027: At sea
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Limassol brings together a working Cypriot port, a modern marina and an old town centered around its medieval castle. Seafront promenades and local tavernas encourage relaxed exploring. Farther afield, the ancient site of Kourion overlooks the coast, while villages in the foothills offer another view of the island's history and traditions.
December 10 2027: Arrive 7:00 AM · Depart 3:00 PM
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Rhodes Town's walled medieval quarter preserves stone lanes, gateways and buildings associated with the Knights of Saint John. Beyond the walls, the harbor and newer town provide open waterfront views. Lindos lies farther along the island's coast, pairing whitewashed streets with an acropolis that requires additional transport and uphill walking.
December 11 2027: Arrive 9:00 AM · Depart 7:00 PM
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Kusadasi provides access to Ephesus, where marble streets, the Library of Celsus and a large theater reveal the scale of the ancient city. The port town offers bazaars and a waterfront promenade for a shorter visit. Archaeological outings involve exposed paths and uneven surfaces, making comfortable footwear and sun protection useful.
December 12 2027: Arrive 7:00 AM · Depart 5:00 PM
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Heraklion is Crete’s busy capital and the principal gateway to the Minoan palace of Knossos. Venetian walls, a harbor fortress, markets and an outstanding archaeological museum reveal layers of island history. Urban traffic and summer heat make timing important, especially when combining the city center with archaeological sites or countryside farther away.
December 13 2027: Arrive 7:00 AM · Depart 3:00 PM
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Katakolon is a compact harbor village on the western Peloponnese, with a waterfront of cafés, shops and fishing boats facing the Ionian Sea. Its principal cultural context lies inland at Ancient Olympia, birthplace of the Olympic Games, where temple ruins, a stadium and archaeological collections illuminate classical Greek ritual and competition.
December 14 2027: Arrive 7:00 AM · Depart 2:00 PM
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Valletta is a compact fortified capital built in honey-colored limestone above Malta's Grand Harbour. Its UNESCO-listed grid contains ornate churches, auberges and balconies, with Saint John's Co-Cathedral displaying a richly decorated interior. Upper Barrakka Gardens survey the harbor and Three Cities, while steep streets reveal the island's layered maritime history.
December 15 2027: Arrive 11:00 AM · Depart 7:00 PM
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Trapani projects into the sea at Sicily’s western edge, shaped by fishing, salt pans and trade with the nearby Egadi Islands. The medieval hill town of Erice overlooks the coast, while Greek Segesta and the wine country around Marsala reveal successive cultural landscapes inland. Baroque streets and seafood traditions give the working port its own distinct character.
December 16 2027: Arrive 9:00 AM · Depart 6:00 PM
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Cagliari rises from a broad Sardinian harbor toward the fortified Castello district. Medieval towers, archaeological collections, lively markets and panoramic terraces reveal layers of Phoenician, Roman, Pisan and Spanish history. Nearby wetlands support flamingos, while beaches and regional food traditions provide contrasting ways to experience the island’s southern capital.
December 17 2027: Arrive 8:00 AM · Depart 5:00 PM
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Mahon overlooks one of the Mediterranean’s deepest natural harbors, a long, fjord-like inlet that has shaped Menorca’s strategic history. The island capital combines Georgian, Spanish, and Mediterranean architectural influences in its compact center. Waterfront promenades and elevated streets provide changing views of forts, islands, naval traces, and the sheltered blue water below.
December 18 2027: Arrive 10:00 AM · Depart 7:00 PM
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Palma gathers around a magnificent Gothic cathedral rising above Mallorca’s broad bay. Behind the waterfront, stone lanes connect courtyards, artisan shops, markets and traces of the city’s Arab and Jewish heritage. Modernist architecture and lively tapas bars enrich the center, while the island beyond offers mountain villages, olive groves and secluded coves.
December 19 2027: Arrive 7:00 AM · Depart 5:00 PM
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Barcelona pairs a Mediterranean waterfront with a layered cityscape of Roman remains, Gothic lanes and Catalan modernist architecture. Gaudí's Sagrada Família and Park Güell contrast with the intimate squares of the old city. Food markets, tapas bars, design studios and the hill of Montjuïc make culture, cuisine and urban scenery easy to combine.
December 20 2027: Disembark 8:00 AM
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Please note: The published itinerary was checked on September 29, 2026. Port schedules and shore programs can change before departure. Confirm the final program and availability with Deluxe Cruises before arranging independent travel.
A closer look at this sailing
Oceania Allura Voyage ALU271208 sails Athens (Piraeus) to Barcelona from December 8 2027 to December 20 2027. The published 12-day voyage includes 1 sea days, with calls including Limassol, Rhodes, Ephesus (Kusadasi), Heraklion (Crete), Katakolon.
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Oceania Allura Voyage ALU271208 sails Athens (Piraeus) to Barcelona from December 8 2027 to December 20 2027. The published 12-day voyage includes 1 sea days, with calls including Limassol, Rhodes, Ephesus (Kusadasi), Heraklion (Crete), Katakolon. The port schedule was checked on September 29, 2026. Ask Deluxe Cruises to confirm availability, compare accommodation categories and deck locations, and coordinate flights, shore plans and any special requirements for this exact voyage.
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For the December 8-20, 2027 Athens (Piraeus) to Barcelona sailing aboard Oceania Allura: Published accommodation amenities include the Tranquility Bed, replenished soft drinks and water, 24-hour in-room dining, housekeeping, bath amenities and Starlink Wi-Fi, with category limits. The current verified record does not establish one complete fare-wide inclusion and exclusion schedule, so dining benefits, gratuities, laundry, beverages and personal charges must follow the exact booking. The exact fare and booking confirmation control.
For the December 8-20, 2027 Athens (Piraeus) to Barcelona sailing aboard Oceania Allura: The current verified ship guides do not establish a child or third-guest sleeping surface for every category. Deluxe Cruises will confirm the exact room number, occupancy and bed from the current deck plan; no sofa bed, rollaway or Pullman is assumed. Deluxe Cruises will confirm the exact room and occupancy before booking.
For the December 8-20, 2027 Athens (Piraeus) to Barcelona sailing aboard Oceania Allura: The current verified record does not establish one shore-excursion credit or inclusion rule that can be applied to every fare and sailing. Each tour, credit and booking term must be checked for the exact voyage. If a preferred shore experience is not included, Deluxe Cruises can compare independent alternatives and check whether a lower price or better value is available than booking through the cruise line. Availability and savings vary and are confirmed before purchase.
For the December 8-20, 2027 Athens (Piraeus) to Barcelona sailing aboard Oceania Allura: Starlink Wi-Fi is a published accommodation amenity. The exact device limit, service level, upgrade terms and booking entitlement must be confirmed, and satellite performance is not guaranteed. The exact booking confirmation controls.
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