Aurelia Luxury Holiday

December 16, 2027 for 33 nights, hosted by M&K (Max 24 guests), on the brand new adults only Oceania Aurelia Athens to Miami Holiday Cruise into the new year. Include 2 nights land in Athens, Malta, Tenerife, and Warmth, Community & Celebration!

2027 Outlander Holiday Cruise

Athens to Miami aboard Oceania Aurelia

December 16, 2027 – January 18, 2028

Celebrate the holidays in a way few travelers ever experience: beginning in legendary Athens, sailing through the Mediterranean, spending New Year’s Eve in Spain, crossing the Atlantic in relaxed Oceania style, and arriving home in Miami after a remarkable 33-night journey.

This hosted Outlander Society holiday sailing begins with two nights in Athens before we board Oceania’s beautiful new Oceania Aurelia for a 31-day voyage from Greece to Florida.

Days are flexible, evenings are social, and the balance of exploration and relaxation lets you close 2027 with a joyful, shared experience. The ship will be beautifully decorated for the holidays! Celebrating Hanukkah, Christmas, and New Years – all while heading home from Europe!

Please note Oceania passengers must be 18+.


Why This Voyage Is Different

  • Christmas at sea
  • New Year’s Eve in Málaga
  • crossing the Atlantic slowly
  • fewer flights
  • unpack once
  • the rhythm of sea days
  • spending the holidays with a community instead of crowds
Let someone else do the dishes this Christmas!

Extra Value in the Group

  • Includes 2 nights at the 5* Grand Bretagne Hotel in Athens (Classic room, Courtyard View)
    • with private group tours and Outlander Welcome Dinner
  • Includes pre-cruise transfers: airport to hotel and on the following day, hotel to ship
  • Includes upgraded Prestige Beverage Package (open bar all the time, NOT the standard beer & wine with lunch & dinner)
    • if a guest chooses not to accept the upgraded beverage package, they will not get ANY beverage package but instead will get a $900 per person shore excursion credit. Both guests need to have the same package, and must choose at time of deposit.
  • Group Pricing & Value (including Athens land package and Outlander events & amenities)
  • Includes on board Welcome Reception

This journey is a combination of:

  • Athens at Christmastime 🇬🇷
  • Grande Bretagne
  • Small-group cultural experiences
  • A true transatlantic “slow travel” crossing
  • Christmas + Holidays + New Year’s onboard
  • Oceania’s upscale but relaxed atmosphere

This is not simply “31 nights on a ship with plenty of sea days.”

Instead, this is:

  • A holiday season intentionally removed from the chaos back home
  • A graceful transition from Europe into the New Year
  • The romance of the Atlantic crossing
  • The gift of time

Honestly, it may not be the fantastic ports-of-call.

It may be:

  • the sea days 🌊
  • the friendships
  • the rhythm
  • the feeling of spending the holidays with “your people”

Outlander Activities Onboard

A branded onboard tradition:

  • Christmas Eve cocktail gathering
  • Christmas Dinner with the group (if you wish)
  • New Year’s champagne toast
  • “Captain Trevor’s Atlantic Crossing Club” 😂
  • hosted discussions/books/movies during sea days
  • elegant holiday dinner night for the group

The longer the cruise, the more our Outlander traditions matter.


Itinerary & Overview

Your Outlander Pre-Cruise Experience in Athens

We will arrive in Athens on December 16, 2027, giving our group time to settle in, enjoy one another’s company, and experience one of the world’s great historic cities before boarding the ship.

Included Pre-Cruise Features

  • Two nights at Hotel Grande Bretagne, Athens
  • Outlander Welcome Dinner
  • Private Athens Cooks experience on December 17
  • Private touring of the Parthenon and Acropolis area
  • Private visit to the Acropolis Museum on the morning of December 18
  • Group transfer to the pier for embarkation

Athens is the perfect place to begin this holiday journey: ancient, elegant, layered with history, and filled with the kind of atmosphere that makes travel feel meaningful.

Kelly at the Outlander Hospitality desk at the Grand Bretagne Athens.

The Cruise: Holiday Crossing

On December 18, 2027, we embark Oceania Aurelia in Piraeus, the port of Athens, and begin a 31-day voyage to Miami. Along the way, we’ll visit Malta, Sicily, Naples, Rome, Tuscany, the south of France, Spain, Portugal, the Canary Islands, Puerto Rico, and finally Miami.

Why This Cruise Feels Special

This is not a rushed holiday getaway. It is a true seasonal escape.

You’ll enjoy Christmas at sea, New Year’s Eve overnighting in Malaga, time in some of Europe’s most beloved ports, and then the gift of several unhurried Atlantic sea days before returning to the U.S.

Oceania is known for intimate, elegant ships, warm hospitality, and “The Finest Cuisine at Sea®,” making this a strong fit for travelers who want comfort, culture, and excellent food without the feel of a mega-ship.

“We love traveling with Michael and Kelly. They are such gracious hosts and if anything goes wrong, they are on top of it. The trip was awesome.”

– Dave H.

Itinerary at a Glance

DateDayPortArriveDepart
Dec 16ThuDepart USA Dec 15th to Arrive Athens, GreeceIncluded Private Airport to Hotel Transfers

Hotel Grande Bretagne, Classic room, Courtyard View
Dec 17FriBreakfast included

English-speaking guide will meet the group in the hotel lobby and escort the group on a comprehensive
Athens sightseeing tour.

Private coach – arrives at the hotel and provides transportation for the tour
The tour includes a panoramic drive through the historic center of Athens, featuring views of Hadrian’s
Arch, Syntagma Square,​ the Greek Parliament Building, the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, the Panathenaic Stadium (Kallimarmaro),
and the renowned Trilogy of Athens: the
Academy, the University, and the National Library.

Lunch will be served at a local restaurant and includes one beverage (1 glass of wine, beer, or soft drink
per person).

The tour continues with visits to the magnificent Acropolis archaeological site and the Acropolis Museum,
showcasing some of the most important treasures of ancient Greece.

Outlander Welcome Dinner (all adult beverages included)

Hotel Grande Bretagne, Classic room, Courtyard View,
Dec 18SatBreakfast includedIncluded Group transfer to embark in Piraeus on the Oceania Aurelia5 PM
Dec 19SunAt Sea
Dec 20MonValletta, Malta8 AM7 PM
Dec 21TueMessina, Sicily7 AM6 PM
Dec 22WedNaples/Pompeii, Italy7 AM6 PM
Dec 23ThuRome, Italy7 AM8 PM
Dec 24FriFlorence/Pisa/Tuscany, Italy7 AM8 PM
Dec 25SatAt SeaOptional Group Christmas Dinner
Dec 26SunToulon, France8 AM6 PM
Dec 27MonPalamos, Spain8 AM6 PM
Dec 28TueBarcelona, Spain7 AM5 PM
Dec 29WedValencia, Spain8 AM5 PM
Dec 30ThuCartagena, Spain7 AM4 PM
Dec 31FriMalaga, Spain7 AMOvernight for NYE
Jan 1SatMalaga, Spain5 PM
Jan 2SunSeville, Spain7 AMOvernight
Jan 3MonSeville, Spain2 PM
Jan 4TueLisbon, Portugal7 AM5 PM
Jan 5WedAt Sea
Jan 6ThuArrecife, Lanzarote10 AM6 PM
Jan 7FriSanta Cruz de Tenerife7 AM4 PM
Jan 8–14Sat–FriAtlantic Crossing
Jan 15SatSan Juan, Puerto Rico7 AM8 PM
Jan 16–17Sun–MonAt SeaOutlander onboard Farewell Dinner
Jan 18TueMiami, Florida8 AMDisembark

A Holiday Journey for Intentional Travelers

This sailing is for travelers who enjoy good company, thoughtful pacing, beautiful places, and the shared rhythm of a hosted journey.

With the Outlander Society, you are not simply booking a cruise. You are joining a carefully chosen experience with added context, group connection, and the benefit of traveling with people who understand that the best journeys are about more than checking places off a list.


About our Ship

Suites & Stateroom Descriptions & Photos

Culinary: All Dining is Included, even Specialty Dining

Onboard Enrichment

More about Aurelia

Oceania Aurelia Fast Facts: 
• Designed for extended global journeys, offering a true “home at sea” experience
• Inspired by Oceania’s newest ships with the warmth and charm of a boutique hotel
• Intimate luxury with just 476 guests our smallest ship yet and 400 attentive crew members
• Elegant, inviting public spaces crafted for comfort and connection 
Elevated Accommodations with Butler Service: 
• 179 suites and 59 beautifully appointed staterooms
• Most suites exceed 300 sq. ft., with select suites up to 1,000 sq. ft.
• Spacious layouts featuring separate living and dining areas (select categories)
• Suite categories include Owner’s, Vista, Penthouse, Oceania & Horizon Suites
• Expanded options with Oceanview and Inside Suites for every type of traveler
• Dedicated Butler Service in premium suite categories 
The Finest Cuisine at Sea: 
• The Grand Dining Room – Oceania’s signature culinary experience
• Specialty dining favorites: Polo Grill & Toscana
• Casual yet refined options at Terrace Café and Waves Grill
• Evening Pizzeria for relaxed dining
• Baristas coffee bar, now featuring a Bakery & Creperie 
Enriching Experiences Onboard: 
• LYNC Digital Center – hands-on classes from social media to smartphone videography
• Chef’s Studio – immersive culinary workshops, demos & tastings
• Artist Loft – a creative space to unwind and explore artistic expression
• Guest Speakers – experts covering topics like history, culture & oceanography
• Wine tastings, pairings & engaging mixology experiences
• Complimentary access to the Aquamar® Spa Terrace for all guests

Deck Plans

Explore & Discover

Interact with our deck plans to locate and learn about suites and staterooms, dining venues, activities, special features and other points of interest.


Travel Investment Costs

CategoryDescriptionCost
Suite TypeSuite Size
(sq ft)
Per Person
OS – Owner’s Suite1,000$35,618
VS – Vista Suite786$32,103
OC – Oceania Suite538$27,733
HS – Horizon Suite432$24,978
PH1 – Penthouse Suite322$22,318
PH2 – Penthouse Suite322$21,653
PH3 – Penthouse Suite322$20,988
OV1 – Oceanview Suite330$18,978
OV2 – Oceanview Suite330$18,408
FS – Inside Suite320$17,828
A1 – Concierge Level Veranda216$15,948
A2 – Concierge Level Veranda216$15,498

Prices are per person, based on availability and double-occupancy (with the exception of the Independent Traveler cabin, which is for 1 person in the suite). Please not that 2 Independent Companion Travelers sharing a cabin will get 2 beds and double occupancy pricing.

Independent Traveler Pricing

SOLO A2 – Veranda216$28,498

How to sign up

Want to go with us? The non-refundable deposit to secure your spot is $1800 per person. All subsequent payments are also non-refundable.

Supplier Tour Operator: Oceania Cruises / Europe Express

We suggest you purchases Travel Insurance to protect your investment. Travel Insurance must be purchased within 48-hours of the initial deposit to receive the full benefits the policy affords.

Final payment will be due June 21st, 2027.

Cruise and land itineraries are subject to change at any time. This itinerary is not finalized and pricing may be adjusted for fuel or inflation.

Simply complete this Secure Payment Form to authorize the nonrefundable deposit amount of $500 per person and put “Oceania Holiday Cruise 2027” – and specify desired cabin category. Also (if we don’t already have it) please complete this Secure Passport Form for each passenger. Questions simply call us 843-279-0310 or email michael@mgatravel.com .

Extra Value in the Group

  • Extra Value in the Group
  • Includes 2 nights at the 5* Grand Bretagne Hotel in Athens (Classic room, Courtyard View)
    • with private group tours and Outlander Welcome Dinner
  • Includes pre-cruise transfers: airport to hotel and on the following day, hotel to ship
  • Includes upgraded Prestige Beverage Package (open bar all the time, NOT the standard beer & wine with lunch & dinner)
    • if a guest chooses not to accept the upgraded beverage package, they will not get ANY beverage package but instead will get a $900 per person shore excursion credit. Both guests need to have the same package, and must choose at time of deposit.
  • Group Pricing & Value (including Athens land package and Outlander events & amenities)
  • Includes on board Welcome Reception

Upgrade option at the Grande Bretagne Hotel:

Upgrade to Grand Acropolis Suite – Acropolis View in Double Occupancy: $1798 per person (covers both nights)

Upgrade to Grand Acropolis Suite – Acropolis View in SINGLE Occupancy: $3594 total (covers both nights)

Kelly & Michael love a quality cruise over the holidays!

IMPORTANT: Please note that this is an Outlander Society trip and The Outlander Society Travel Club requires an invitation but you may request to apply with Michael Graham or ask another member to stand for you.  Essentially, you would agree to the 2 rules.

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