Come for the cruise, stay for the small ship! Here’s what you’ll experience on the brand-new Ocean Odyssey:

• Eight stateroom configurations, most of which have full walk-out balconies for the most flexible style of travel — plus, suites designed for comfortable triple-occupancy as well as adjoining room options
• A culinary program offering gourmet dining incorporating regional fare
• All beer and wine included with dinner
• Health and wellness options including an onboard spa, swimming pool, and gymnasium
• Expert cultural lecturers and curated performances
• Knowledgeable expedition staff by region
• Separate, intimate space for all of your group’s private dining needs (available upon request)
• Environmentally friendly standards, with reduced emissions into air and sea, and lower energy consumption
• Dynamic positioning technology
• State-of-the-art safety technology, Polar Code 6 compliant, and fully compliant with the latest SOLAS requirements in expedition cruising
• Rolls-Royce stabilizer system; “Safe Return to Port” technology
• Multiple launching platforms to allow for easy and quick loading of expedition landing craft, kayaks, and stand-up paddleboards
• Small passenger-to-crew ratio
• Onboard medical doctor
• Boutique
• Elevator from bottom to top deck

Traced back through a millennia, dive into the iconic artistic ruins, architecture, temples, and more that celebrate tradition across time

• Visit an old stone church in Dubrovnik for a Vantage-exclusive private concert by the Croatian Philharmonic Orchestra
• In Zagreb, browse the Dolac market, where locals from the countryside come to buy and sell crafts and regional foods
• Visit the Šibenik Cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
• Enjoy a dinner onboard with "klapa" singers, a UNESCO protected cultural heritage of Croatia
• Delphi has been revered as a hotspot of ancient Greek culture and archeological sites for centuries

• Walk in the footsteps of the ancients in Delphi and Olympia
• Hike up to Hvar fortress for magnificent views
• Take advantage of the notoriously healthy Mediterranean diet and sample local products
• Hike to Marjan park and observe its cove enclosed by limestone cliffs
• Take a roundtrip walk around the breathtakingly beautiful Opatija

Go Greek and indulge in all the delicious food found throughout the eastern Mediterranean Sea.

• Attend a lecture about the notoriously healthy Mediterranean diet, including a tasting of local specialties
• Visit bustling city markets and meet local vendors and fishermen
• Join in on a traditional Greek lunch at the Magna Grecia Greek Farm. Sample its house made wine and olive oils while being regaled with local entertainment to boot
• Athens restaurants are world-class, but so is its street food — at a fraction of the cost. Don't miss souvlaki, fava purée and pita, a classic Greek salad, or anything with feta cheese

The Mediterranean is bursting with natural wonders throughout its waters and charming ancient towns. Here’s a bit of what you have to look forward to:

• Sail through the Corinth Canal and Ionian and Adriatic Seas on a journey full of discovery, culture, history, and natural beauty
• With its narrow profile and steep walls, the UNESCO-listed Bay of Kotor is often called Europe’s southernmost fjord
• Surrounded by a natural setting of beauty and serenity, Olympia boasts archeological sites dating back to the 10th century B.C.
• Visit Magna Grecia, a family-owned Greek agrotourism farm
• Enjoy a lecture on olive production

An awe-inspiring 11 UNESCO World Heritage Sites await you on your cultural, historic, and naturally beautiful journey. Visit the Acropolis, Delphi, Olympia, Corfu, Kotor, Dubrovnik Old City, Hvar Stari Grad Plain, Diocletian's Palace, Venetian Works of Defense, St. Jacob's Cathedral, and klapa. Enjoy these highlights:

• Delphi, once known as the center of the world by ancient Greek mythologists, has been revered as a hotspot of ancient Greek culture and archeological sites for centuries and named a UNESCO World Heritage Site
• Enjoy natural beauty of the Bay of Kotor at this UNESCO-listed waterway and medieval town
• In UNESCO-listed Olympia, alongside temples, there are remains of various sporting venues from the festive games that began in 776 B.C.

• Don’t be afraid of the dark! Exploring cities and landmarks at night offers different lighting and unique new perspectives — just make sure you have a tripod or your camera comes equipped with a night feature!
• Change your perspective. Try shooting from a different angle, for example. Climb a stairwell and shoot a landscape from up high or, alternately, get low and shoot a scene from the ground. Wherever you are, embrace this artistic challenge by getting out of your comfort zone!
• Take a selfie! You’ll be glad to have a few portraits of yourself at the distinctive landmarks you’ll find on this journey
• Look beyond the landmarks. Sometimes everyday scenes are just as inspiring and provide a lesson in embracing the unexpected and seizing the moment in front of you!

Wine is cultivated along Greece and Croatia, offering light white varietals and deep, bold reds that pair wonderfully with fresh Mediterranean cuisine.

• Wines brought onboard are carefully selected and regularly updated to ensure you’re enjoying the best harvest years
• Join in on a traditional Greek lunch at Magna Grecia Greek Farm. Sample its house made wine and olive oils while being regaled with local entertainment to boot

• Complimentary biking options — take a spin alongside your Concierge, who will lead small-group bike rides, or explore independently with our complimentary locks, helmets, and biking maps
• A lively social media night and musical performances most nights
• Solo-friendly social activities, including a Solo Connection mixer
• Onboard entertainment, lectures, and cooking demonstrations

Your onboard Vantage Concierge will be available throughout your entire cruise to help you customize your journey. Here are just a few services your Concierge can provide:

• Special celebrations. Do you have a big birthday, anniversary, family reunion, or other important event you want to celebrate on board? Let your Concierge know and they will make all the special arrangements, whether it’s a private reception in your suite, a gathering in the lounge, a celebration in the Captain’s Club, and more
• Restaurant reservations. Just notify your Concierge of your interests and they will be happy to make recommendations, calling ahead to reserve your table
• Special excursions. Maybe you need a limo to take you for a special night on the town. Perhaps you’re interested in tracking down long-lost relatives. Your Concierge is here to help!
• Extend your stay! Your Concierge can help modify your hotel reservations and flights if you decide to stay on
• Tickets to local concerts, exhibits, theater, sporting events, and more
• Concierge-guided bike tours using the 20 available complimentary bicycles your ship has onboard

Take advantage of this free, start-to-finish service by making your requests prior to your journey or during your journey. Call 1-888-982-6824 or email Concierge@vantagetravel.com to speak to a Concierge today, or simply log in to MyPortfolio up to two weeks prior to departure.