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Hellenic Inspiration

Date: Sep 26-Oct 3, 2025
Starting Price: $3,999
Trip Length: 7 nights
Trip: Istanbul to Athens
Cruise line: Oceania Cruises | Vista

Step into the depths of Greece & Turkey’s history and culture on this 7-night cruise aboard Oceania Cruises’ newest ship, Vista. Begin your journey in the mesmerizing city of Istanbul and set sail to the ancient city of Ephesus, where time stands still amidst majestic ruins. Traverse the well-preserved remnants of Kusadasi. Take a leisurely stroll along the shore on the enchanting island of Rhodes, absorbing the blue hues of the sea and the warmth of the sun. Venture to the capital of Crete, Heraklion, and step into the mythical world of the Minoans as you explore the Palace of Knossos. Unwind in Santorini at a renowned winery, where velvety vintages are savored against a backdrop of houses perched on volcanic cliffs. Seek solace on the streets of Mykonos, lined with charming boutiques and captivating cafes. Your journey comes to a close in Athens, the birthplace of democracy and a treasure trove of historical marvels.

EXTEND YOUR VACATION AND SAVE

Keep sailing on Vista – combine this trip with Greco-Roman Echoes, October 3-13 from Athens to Monte Carlo, for a back-to-back cruise. Save 5% and receive an air credit. Call Go Next for details. See more at gonext.com/romanechoes25

 

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Features

OCEANIA CRUISES
Limited Time Offer! Book by January 21, 2025 for this offer

• FREE ROUNDTRIP AIRFARE
• FREE AIRPORT TRANSFERS

FREE GOURMET SPECIALTY DINING
• FREE WI-FI
• FREE SHIPBOARD GRATUITIES

Limited Availability
Offers are per stateroom, based on double occupancy, Wi-Fi offer includes two devices per stateroom; air credit is $1,400 per person
If booking after January 21, 2025 call for current available offer.

 

 

Oceania Cruises prices* are per person, based on double occupancy, and reflect the Fare with included round-trip airfare. The Roundtrip Airfare promotion only applies to round-trip coach flights from select U.S. and Canadian gateways listed at gonext.com/flightcities. Airfare is available from other U.S. and Canadian gateways for an additional charge. Any advertised fares that include the Round-Trip Airfare promotion include all airline fees, surcharges, and government taxes and may be subject to change. Due to limited flight schedules, overnight stays may be required at the traveler’s expense. Airline-imposed personal charges such as baggage fees may apply. Free Roundtrip Airport Transfer offer is only available when airfare is purchased through Oceania Cruises.
Offer applies to the first two guests in a stateroom. Airport transfers are only applicable on program dates. Wi-Fi offer includes two devices per stateroom.
*Prices, air credits, and itineraries are subject to change at the discretion of Oceania Cruises.

Itinerary

  • September 25: Depart for Turkey
  • September 26: Istanbul, Turkey
  • September 27: Cruising the Aegean Sea
  • September 28: Ephesus (Kusadasi), Turkey
  • September 29: Rhodes, Greece
  • September 30: Heraklion, Crete, Greece
  • October 1: Santorini, Greece anchor icon
  • October 2: Mykonos, Greece anchor icon
  • October 3: Athens (Piraeus), Greece
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Air Cities

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  • Albany, NY
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • Atlanta, GA
  • Austin, TX
  • Baltimore, MD
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • Billings, MT
  • Birmingham, AL
  • Boston, MA
  • Bozeman, MT
  • Buffalo, NY
  • Calgary, AB
  • Charleston, SC
  • Charleston, WV
  • Charlotte, NC
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • O'Hare Chicago, IL
  • Midway Chicago, IL
  • Cincinnati, OH
  • Cleveland, OH
  • Columbia, SC
  • Columbus, OH
  • Dallas, TX
  • Dayton, OH
  • Denver, CO
  • Des Moines, IA
  • Detroit, MI
  • Edmonton, AB
  • Eugene, OR
  • Fargo, ND
  • Gainesville, FL
  • Greensboro, NC
  • Greenville/Spartanburg, SC
  • Hartford, CT
  • Helena, MT
  • Intercontinental Houston, TX
  • Huntsville, AL
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • Ithaca, NY
  • Jackson, MS
  • Kansas City, MO
  • Knoxville, TN
  • Las Vegas, NV
  • Lexington, KY
  • Little Rock, AR
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • Louisville, KY
  • Lubbock, TX
  • Manchester, NH
  • Memphis, TN
  • Miami, FL
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • Minneapolis/St. Paul, MN
  • Missoula, MT
  • Montreal, QC
  • Nashville, TN
  • New Orleans, LA
  • John F. Kennedy New York, NY
  • LaGuardia New York, NY
  • Newark, NJ
  • Norfolk, VA
  • Oklahoma City, OK
  • Omaha, NE
  • Orlando, FL
  • Ottawa, ON
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • Portland, OR
  • Providence, RI
  • Quebec, QC
  • Raleigh-Durham, NC
  • Reno, NV
  • Richmond, VA
  • Roanoke, VA
  • Rochester, NY
  • Sacramento, CA
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • San Diego, CA
  • San Francisco, CA
  • Saskatoon, SK
  • Savannah, GA
  • Seattle, WA
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • Spokane, WA
  • St. Louis, MO
  • Syracuse, NY
  • Tallahassee, FL
  • Tampa, FL
  • Toronto, ON
  • Tucson, AZ
  • Tulsa, OK
  • Vancouver, BC
  • Victoria, BC
  • Washington Dulles, VA
  • Washington National, DC
  • Wichita, KS
  • Winnipeg, MB

Deck Plans

Excursions

Personalize this trip by booking shore excursions that cater to your style. Immerse yourself in local culture by discovering the unique culinary tastes of the area or take a behind-the-scenes look at the city’s architectural masterpieces that are known around the world. Whether you want to unwind and experience more of the local flare or embark on an epic adventure, there is an excursion waiting for you. Shore excursions become available to book 365 days before the trip departs. Space is limited and fills up quickly, so book your Shore Excursions today!

To view the shore excursions offered for this sailing, click here.

Please note the highlighted excursions which have received positive feedback from our guests.

Go Beyond with GoNext

More time and peace of mind. Don’t just wave at your port city from the deck—extend your trip with an overnight land stay and city exploration. Spend more time with your feet on the ground and immerse yourself in local culture with engaging tours led by an expert travel guide. Let us handle the logistics of your airport transportation, luggage handling, and so much more, so you can worry less and go all in on your vacation.

 

3-Night Istanbul Pre-Cruise Program

September 23+-26 • $1,999 per person, double occupancy; $2,299 single

  • 3 nights at 5-star Hotel Barcelo with breakfast
  • Full-day touring of Istanbul featuring:
    • Dolmabahce Palace (inside visit)
    • Panoramic boat tour of the Bosphorus Strait
    • Two continents tour in Kadikoy
    • Cultural food-tasting lunch
    • Camlica Hill
  • Full-day touring of Istanbul featuring:
    • Topkapi Palace
    • Hippodrome Square
    • Underground Cistern
    • Lunch at an Ottoman restaurant
  • Half-day touring of Istanbul featuring:
    • Blue Mosque (outside visit)
    • Hagia Sophia (inside visit)
    • Spice Market
  • Transfers between Istanbul (IST) airport, * hotel and cruise ship with related luggage handlin

+ Istanbul hotel check-in date is September 23

View 3-Night Istanbul Details by Clicking Here
1-Night Istanbul Pre-Cruise Program

September 25+-26 • $999 per person, double occupancy; $1,399 single

  • 2 nights at 5-star N.J.V. Athens Plaza Hotel or similar accommodations, with breakfast 
  • Full day sightseeing of Delphi with lunch, featuring:
    • Castalian Spring
    • Temple of Apollo
    • Archaeological Museum of Delphi
  • Half-day sightseeing tour of Athens, featuring: 
    • Acropolis
    • New Acropolis Museum

+ Istanbul hotel check-in date is September 25

View 1-Night Istanbul Details by Clicking Here

The Go Beyond program pricing, itinerary (including order of sites) and accommodations are subject to change.

MOBILITY STATEMENT: Travelers should be confident in their ability to walk and stand for up to 3-4 hours with a total of up to 2 miles per day while keeping a steady pace with a group or tour guide. This tour can involve walking on mostly uneven ground and occasionally stairs, some with no handrails. Travelers should be able to board a coach and boat independently. This tour is not recommended for those with a walker or wheelchair.

*TRANSFERS: Airport transfers are only applicable during program dates.  Transfers are only provided from Istanbul’s (IST) airport.

FOR GUESTS BOOKING THEIR OWN AIR ARRANGEMENTS: Flights should be booked into Istanbul’s (IST) airport.  You must provide your complete flight details to Go Next 30 days prior to departure to ensure airport transfers.

LOCAL CUSTOMS: Local customs require covering knees and shoulders when visiting religious sites. Ladies also need to cover their heads when entering a mosque.

 

 

 

2-Night Athens Post-Cruise Program

October 3-5, 2025 • $1,599 per person, double occupancy; $1,999, single

  • 2 nights at 5-star N.J.V. Athens Plaza Hotel or similar accommodations, with breakfast 
  • Half-day sightseeing tour of Athens, featuring: 
    • Acropolis
    • New Acropolis Museum
  • Full day sightseeing of Delphi with lunch, featuring:
    • Castalian Spring
    • Temple of Apollo
    • Archaeological Museum of Delphi
  • Transfers between cruise ship, hotel and airport * with related luggage handling
View Athens Details by Clicking Here

*TRANSFERS: Airport transfers are only applicable during program dates.  Transfers are only provided to Athens (ATH) airport.

FOR GUESTS BOOKING THEIR OWN AIR ARRANGEMENTS: Flights should be booked from the Athens (ATH) airport.  You must provide your complete flight details to Go Next 30 days prior to departure to ensure airport transfers.

MOBILITY STATEMENT: This tour involves a significant amount of walking, some over uneven or uphill terrain, and may not be suitable for those with walking difficulties. Guests should be able to keep a steady pace with a group or tour guide.   

 

Visa Requirements

*ETA Turkey visas for U.S. & Canadian passport holders are required will be processed by Oceania Cruises for a fee to U.S. and Canadian citizens. For your convenience, this fee has been added to your invoice. If you are not a citizen of the United States or Canada, it is your responsibility to consult with professional immigration counsel or contact your nearest embassy or consulate to obtain the latest, most up-to-date information on immigration and entry requirements for the destinations you will be visiting.

Cancellation Policy

REFUNDS AND CANCELLATIONS:
If you choose to cancel your reservation, we must receive written notice of your cancellation either via certified mail, overnight courier, or e-mail sent to cancel@gonext.com. (with a confirmation of receipt from us). The following cancellation fees apply to cancellations received by us on the days below before the date of departure.
Cruise Cancellation Fees:
181 days or more = $150 per person
180-151 days = $500 per person
150-121 days = 25% of total fare
120-91 days = 50% of total fare
90-61 days = 75% of total fare
60-0 days = 100% of total fare
For Owner's, Vista and Oceania Suites, the cancellation amounts are as listed above with one exception, the administrative fee from 180 to 91 days prior to sailing is 10% of the fare.

ADDITIONAL REFUNDS AND CANCELLATIONS
Go Next Pre- and/or Post-Cruise Program Cancellation Fees:
181 days or more = No Penalty, Full Refund
180-121 days = 25% penalty of total fare, per program
120-91 days = 50% penalty of total fare, per program
90-61 days = 75% penalty of total fare, per program
60-0 days = 100% of total fare, per program
If you cancel any Go Next Program, your rights to a refund are limited. Any requests for cancellation must be communicated to Go Next in writing. Submit a written cancellation to cancel@gonext.com. Applicable refunds, if any, will be made within 30 days after the cancellation. (Subject to change; refer to your brochure for current rates.)

Travel Insurance

Purchasing travel insurance is highly recommended to protect you, your belongings and your travel investment. The Georgia Tech Association will send you information regarding travel insurance as soon as your reservation is submitted.

Available To Book

Hellenic Inspiration

Date: Sep 26-Oct 3, 2025
Starting Price: $3,999
Trip Length: 7 nights
Trip: Istanbul to Athens
Cruise line: Oceania Cruises | Vista
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