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Admire the splendor of Ravenna’s Byzantine mosaics, which adorn the 6th-century basilicas and mausoleums of the city, a UNESCO World Heritage site. – Journey from Rijeka to the Belle Époque town of Opatija, a sought-after coastal haven favored by luminaries such as Giacomo Puccini, James Joyce and Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria. – Sample the delectable vintages of Puglia at a stately winery in the countryside near Brindisi, with a focus on the region’s indigenous grapes, including primitivo and negroamaro. – Make the day your own at Gythion’s expansive Mavrovouni Beach, perhaps thumbing a bestseller under a beach umbrella or enjoying a dip in the blue-green waters.
October 3 - 10, 2026
Mediterranean Melange: Trieste to Athens
7 Day Voyage aboard Oceania Allura
Highlights
Trieste | Ravenna | Rijeka | Split | Brindisi | Corfu | Gythion | Athens
Itinerary
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1 | October 3, 2026
Trieste, Italy
Situated at the crossroads of Latin, Slavic and Germanic cultures, Trieste invites visitors to discover new palaces, piazzas and cathedrals around every corner. Along the canal, the gilded Serbian Orthodox Church of San Spiridione is juxtaposed with the neoclassical Catholic Church of Sant’Antonio Nuovo. A walk along the harbor takes you to Trieste’s majestic main square, Piazza dell’Unità d’Italia, and on to the Museo Revoltella, the opulent palace of a wealthy baron. Not to be missed is the Castello di Miramare, Archduke Maximilian’s gleaming castle situated on a rocky promontory north of the city.
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2 | October 4, 2026
Ravenna, Italy
Once the western capital of the Roman Empire, Ravenna boasts an incredible eight UNESCO World Heritage Sites, most of them early Christian mosaics. The oldest, most breathtaking mosaics are in the Mausoleum of Galla Placidia. The tomb of the revered Italian poet Dante within the Dante Museum is also well worth a visit.
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3 | October 5, 2026
Rijeka, Croatia
The principal seaport and third largest city in Croatia, Rijeka charms with its Habsburg grandeur and multitude of cultural offerings. For marvelous views of the city and the surrounding river valley, visit the 13th-century Trsat Castle and explore its bastions and ramparts. Take a stroll along the Korzo, the city’s main promenade, which showcases the full splendor of its Austro-Hungarian architecture and rich history, including the distinctive City Tower. Pause at St. Vitus’ Cathedral, which was modeled after the famous Venetian church of Santa Maria della Salute and is the only Baroque rotunda of monumental proportions in Croatia.
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4 | October 6, 2026
Split, Croatia
Sometime around 300 A.D., Roman Emperor Diocletian built his retirement palace on one of the loveliest spots on the Adriatic Sea. Today his palace has become a UNESCO World Heritage Site in the heart of Split, the city that grew up around it. Split is now Croatia’s second largest city, and much of it sits on a beautiful peninsula on the island of Ciovo, a jewel on the Dalmatian Coast. Many intriguing relics from the Roman, Greek colonial and Medieval periods can be found in Split’s archaeological museum, which was founded in 1820, making it Croatia’s oldest museum. One of the top outdoor attractions is the green oasis of Marjan Forest Park with its Split Zoo. There are also plenty of fine beaches nearby.
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5 | October 7, 2026
Brindisi, Italy
Port Brindisi, located on the Adriatic Sea in southern Italy, has been a key maritime hub since ancient Roman times, serving as a gateway to the Balkans and Greece. Today, it remains an important commercial and passenger port, known for ferry connections, naval activity, and a charming waterfront lined with cafes and historical sites.
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6 | October 8, 2026
Corfu, Greece
Immerse yourself in this island of glorious scenery and beaches, serene monasteries, beautiful palaces, traditional mountain towns and Corfu’s lovely old Venetian quarter. Or visit the ornate Achilleion Palace, built by Empress Sissi of Austria and filled with dramatic sculptures of the Greek hero Achilles.
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7 | October 9, 2026
Gythion, Greece
The pastel-colored houses inch their way up the foothills of Mount Koumaros in this quaint town that offers a unique and authentic experience of small town life in Greece. Nearby, the medieval city of Mystras, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, was founded in 1248 and abandoned in 1832, leaving impressive medieval ruins amid a breathtaking landscape. Discovered in 1958, the magnificent caves at Diros were used by prehistoric man between 4000 and 3000 BC.
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8 | October 10, 2026
Athens (Piraeus), Greece
Climb up the magnificent Acropolis and stand in awe of the Parthenon, the beautiful temples and the view over Athens stretched out before you. See city highlights including the new and old Olympic stadiums. Journey to Cape Sounion and the temple of Poseidon overlooking the sea, or visit ancient Corinth and the narrow Corinth Canal cut through miles of solid rock.
PRICES per person based on double occupancy
$3299 French Veranda B5
$3699 Veranda Stateroom B4
$3749 Veranda Stateroom B3
$3799 Veranda Stateroom B2
$3849 Veranda Stateroom B1
$3949 Concierge Veranda A4
$3999 Concierge Veranda A3
$4049 Concierge Veranda A2
$4099 Concierge Veranda A1
$4999 Penthouse Suite PH3
$5149 Penthouse Suite PH2
$5299 Penthouse Suite PH1
$8199 Oceania Suite OC
$8999 Vista Suite VS
$11699 Owner’s Suite OS
Round Trip Economy Airfare can be purchased through Oceania for an additional $1430
PRICE INCLUDES
Gourmet Specialty Restaurants
Unlimited Starlink® WiFi
Shipboard Gratuities
In-Suite and In-Stateroom Dining
Sodas, Specialty Coffees & Teas
Still and sparkling Vero Water®
Juices, Smoothies & Gourmet Ice Cream
Group Fitness Classes
Laundry Services
PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE
AIRFARE (can be booked through Oceania – please call for help)
Items of a personal nature
Insurance is highly recommended
DEPOSIT
A deposit of $500 per person is due upon reservation. Oceania accepts AX, Visa, & MC, and Discover. Reservations are made on a first come, first served basis.
FINAL PAYMENT
Final payment due by May 7, 2026.
CANCELLATIONS
The following cancellation charges will be assessed for all cancellations received prior to departure or up to scheduled time of departure:
181 days or more prior to departure $150.00 per person
180 to 151 days prior to departure $500.00 per person
150 to 121 days prior to departure 25% of full fare
120 to 91 days prior to departure 50% of full fare
90 to 61 days prior to departure 75% of full fare
60 days or less prior to departure 100% of full fare
RESPONSIBILITY
Sharon Carr Travel/Journey House offers retail travel services to customers, which are provided by separate and independent vendors of travel services. SCT/JH does not operate, control, or otherwise provide the services of the independent travel vendors. Hence, customer agrees that SCT/JH acts only as agent for the client in acquiring transportation, hotel accommodations, sightseeing, and other privileges, or services for the clients’ benefit, and on the express condition that SCT/JH shall not be responsible for any loss, accident, injury, delay, defect, pandemic, omission or irregularity which may occur or be occasioned, whether by reason of any act, negligence or default of any company or person engaged in or responsible for carrying out any of the arrangements, or otherwise in connection there with. The suppliers reserve the right to make minor adjustments to the itinerary. Sharon Carr Travel /Journey House will not be held responsible should any of these suppliers fail to provide the travel services purchased, whether through default or any other cause. SCT/JH is not responsible for losses or additional expenses due to delay or changes in air schedules or other causes. All such losses or expenses will be the responsibility of the member of the tour. SCT/JH is not responsible for any loss or damage to luggage during the tour. Also, SCT/JH is not liable for any illnesses contracted during or after travel, is not liable for medical care or the adequacy of any care that may be rendered during or after travel. Acceptance of the Tour Contract will serve as a Release of Liability and Assumption of Risk Agreement. This agreement is binding on your heirs, legal representatives and assigns. If, for some reason, a trip must be rescheduled due to any of the above reasons, participants are bound by the new dates of travel, and can only obtain a refund if insurance has been purchased and insurer is contractually bound. SHARON CARR TRAVEL IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR WEATHER RELATED OR MECHANICAL DELAYS.
Sharon Carr Travel will charge a fee commensurate with the trip cost if client cancels his/her trip and commission is not paid by the vendor.
Your Trip Coordinators
It takes a team effort to design unforgettable travel experiences, and at Sharon Carr Travel Travel, we have the best team in the travel industry.
Casey Carr
Vice President of Sharon Carr Travel & Journey House Travel
Ivette Sierra
Travel Specialist
Kirsten Carr McCurry
Groups Manager
Casey Carr
Vice President of Sharon Carr Travel & Journey House Travel
Ivette Sierra
Travel Specialist
Kirsten Carr McCurry
Groups Manager
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