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Immerse yourself in the rich history and vibrant cultures of the Mediterranean and Atlantic on this 28-night cruise aboard the all-suite Seabourn Ovation
- Explore 19 ports across Greece, Malta, Italy, Spain, Portugal, Saint Kitts and Nevis, and Martinique
- Enjoy premium spirits, fine wines, and dining in every venue, all included in the fare
- Experience Seabourn's renowned enrichment programme and ocean-front suite accommodation
Trip Details
- Departs
- 30 October 2027
- Returns
- 27 November 2027
- Embarks
- Operator
- Seabourn
28-night Europe cruise from Athens (Piraeus), Greece to Barbados aboard Seabourn Ovation.
Calling at Valletta, Trapani, Cagliari, Sardinia, Mahon, Barcelona, Valencia, Cartagena, Motril, Melilla, Seville, Leixoes, Lisbon, Madeira, Antigua, Carambola Beach, Trois Ilets and Barbados, with 10 days at sea. 19 ports of call across Greece, Malta, Italy, Spain, Portugal, Saint Kitts and Nevis and Martinique.
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 category on this sailing: Veranda Suite.
Departures & Pricing
- 30 Oct 2027 - 27 Nov 2027
from $27,153 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
Athens (Piraeus), Greece
Departs 05:00 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.
- 2
At Sea
- 3
Valletta, Malta
Arrives 08:00 am, departs 05:00 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.
- 4
Trapani, Italy
Arrives 08:00 am, departs 06:00 pm.
- 5
Cagliari, Sardinia, Italy
Arrives 08:00 am, departs 06:00 pm.
- 6
Sardinia (Alghero), Italy
Arrives 08:00 am, departs 05:00 pm.
Sardinia is the second largest island in the Mediterranean. Like its neighbor Corsica, Sardinia boasts a dramatic coastline, superb small harbors and beaches that draw visitors from around the world. Gaunt hills crowned with granite outcropping take up most of the island interior, though the landscape is broken by vineyards and groves of olive trees and cork oaks. The island's harsh beauty is counterpointed by its rich culture - the island boasts extensive prehistoric ruins, fine Pisan churches and medieval walled towns.For centuries, Italian city-states and Spain vied for control of Sardinia. The old port of Alghero has a distinctive Catalan feel - it was known as "Little Barcelona." The Albi Palace was a residence for the Spanish viceroys who governed Sardinia.Alghero is an anchorage port. Passengers transfer to shore via ship's tender.
- 7
Mahon, Menorca, Spain
Arrives 08:00 am, departs 06:00 pm.
- 8
Barcelona, Spain
Arrives 07:00 am, departs 05:00 pm.
- 9
Valencia, Spain
Arrives 08:00 am, departs 05:00 pm.
- 10
Cartagena, Spain
Arrives 08:00 am, departs 06:00 pm.
Cartagena is an ancient port - the city served as Hannibal's Spanish headquarters during the 2nd Punic War with Rome. The city remained a major trading port under the Romans and the Moors. Today, Cartagena is Spain's principal naval establishment and the site of an annual international maritime festival. The city is also your gateway to the Costa Calida, a region that boasts some of Spain's mildest weather along with 175 miles of beaches.
- 11
Motril (Granada), Spain
Arrives 07:00 am, departs 06:00 pm.
- 12
Melilla, Spanish Morocco, Spain
Arrives 07:00 am, departs 04:00 pm.
- 13
Seville (Cadiz), Spain
Arrives 09:00 am, departs 11:00 pm.
Mention Spain and the images that inevitably spring to mind are images of Andalusia - shadows falling across the bullring, the staccato rhythms of flamenco, the waft of orange blossoms from a Moorish garden. Cadiz is your gateway to this storied land and the city of Seville. Visit Seville's massive Alcazar fortress, modeled on the legendary Alhambra Palace of Granada. See the city's cathedral, a 15th-century Gothic masterwork that boasts a Moorish patio, fountain and minaret. Seville is also the legendary home of Don Juan, Bizet's Carmen and Rossini's Barber of Seville.Cadiz is one's of Europe's oldest inhabited cities, dating from 1100 B.C., and your gateway to Seville and Andalusia.
- 14
At Sea
- 15
Leixoes (Porto), Portugal
Arrives 07:00 am, departs 04:00 pm.
- 16
Lisbon, Portugal
Arrives 07:00 am, departs 05:00 pm.
Draped across seven hills, Lisbon was once the center of a vast maritime empire that stretched from the west coast of Africa to the Spice Islands of the East Indies. Then, on November 1, 1755, a violent earthquake destroyed two-thirds of the city in the space of 10 minutes. Only the Alfama, the old Moorish quarter, survived. Today, Lisbon is a stately city of Neoclassical buildings and wide plazas.
- 17
At Sea
- 18
Madeira (Funchal), Portugal
Arrives 08:00 am, departs 05:00 pm.
The capital of Madeira is named after the fennel (funcha) that once flowered there in profusion. The largest island in the Madeira Archipelago was discovered in 1419 by Portuguese explorers venturing south into the Atlantic. The island is nearly equidistant from Lisbon and the African coast, and its unique geographical position allowed Madeira to play a pivotal role in European discovery. Seamen such as Christopher Columbus gained knowledge and experience plying the routes of the island's sugar trade. When sugar declined, the island's famed wines continued to provide a robust trade. By the late 18th century, Madeira's mild climate, rocky peaks, and lush valleys provided a winter haven to Europe's aristocrats. Visitors still flock to the island today, drawn by its scenery and its weather.Funchal is noted for its superb hand-embroidery and wicker ware, both Madeira specialties. The island, of course, is also noted for its superb wines: they are perhaps the world's most complex and long lasting wines.
- 19
At Sea
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At Sea
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At Sea
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At Sea
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At Sea
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At Sea
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At Sea
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Antigua
Arrives 09:00 am, departs 07:00 pm.
The largest of the British Leeward Islands, Antigua (pronounced an-tee-ga) boasts one of the Caribbean's most spectacular coastlines with secluded coves and sun drenched beaches. The island's rolling hills are dotted with stone sugar mills, relics from the bygone era when sugar was king. Historic Nelson's Dockyard, where Admiral Horatio Nelson quartered his fleet in 1784, attests to Antigua's long and colorful nautical history during colonial times. And St. John's, the island's bustling capital, offers visitors a wealth of boutiques, restaurants and pubs.
- 27
Carambola Beach, Saint Kitts and Nevis
Arrives 08:00 am, departs 05:00 pm.
- 28
Trois Ilets, Martinique
Arrives 08:00 am, departs 05:00 pm.
- 29
Barbados
Arrives 07:00 am.
Barbados is one of the few Caribbean islands solely colonized by one nation. It's no wonder Bajans describe their country as being "more English than England sheself," surnames like Worthing and Hastings abound. But look around and you know you're not in England: rich and fertile tropical fields meet a glistening, azure sea. The soft pastels of old chattel houses blend with the vibrant reds, oranges, and greens of roadside fruit stands. In short, Barbados exudes a charm all its own. Perhaps it is due to Bajan culture, that celebrated blend of English tradition and the African heritage brought to the island by slaves imported to work the sugar plantations. The potent brew which results flavors every aspect of island life, from music, dance and art, to religion, language and food.
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: Veranda Suite.
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