COSTA FASCINOSA WITH WESTERN MEDITERRANEAN & GIBRALTAR & MOROCCO
DAY 01 ISTANBUL AIRPORT – MILAN – SAVONA
We will meet at the Istanbul Airport International Terminal at 03:30 in the morning, then depart for Milan at 08:15 on Turkish Airlines flight TK1873. Upon arrival in Milan at 09:05 local time, we will transfer to Savona port where our ship, COSTA FASCINOSA, will depart. After completing ship check-in and passport procedures, we will settle into our cabins and have free time. Our ship will leave the port at 16:30. Dinner and overnight stay on board.
DAY 02 BARCELONA
Our ship will dock at Barcelona port at 14:00 noon. After breakfast, you will have free time for personal activities. Guests who wish may join the "Barcelona City Tour" organized by our guide as an extra option. Our city tour in Barcelona, one of Europe's most beautiful metropolises, will begin with our private bus waiting for us at the port. We will visit La Rambla Street, the Cristoforo Colombo Monument, Maremagnum Artificial Port, Barceloneta Beach, the Olympic area and port, Catalunya Square, Paseu de Gracia street where Gaudi transformed his homes into a street museum, and his masterpiece, Sagrada Familia. During the tour, we will ascend Montjuic hill to take landscape photos. After free time for shopping, we will return to our ship. The ship will depart from the port at 19:30. Dinner and overnight stay on board.
DAY 03 AT SEA
On this day spent cruising at sea, our ship offers many alternatives. Those who wish can enjoy the ship's open and closed pools, jacuzzis, and sunbathing areas. Others can shop in duty-free stores, try their luck in the casino, or enjoy various music and entertainment offered in dozens of bars. A variety of dining options await you throughout the day.
DAY 04 GIBRALTAR
Our ship will dock at Gibraltar port at 08:00 in the morning. After breakfast, you will have free time for personal activities and shopping. Guests who wish may join the "Gibraltar Discovery Tour & St. Michael Caves & Monkey Park Tour" organized by our guides as an extra option. After disembarking from the ship, our tour begins by taking special vehicles up to the iconic symbol of Gibraltar, the "Rock of Gibraltar," where we visit St. Michael Caves. Following this impressive natural formation filled with stalactites and stalagmites, we have the chance to observe the charming Barbary macaques, symbols of the region, in their natural habitat. Then, we stop for a photo break at a panoramic viewpoint overlooking the meeting point of the European and African continents, enjoying the unique views of the Strait of Gibraltar. After descending from the rock, we proceed to the city center, take a short walk along Main Street, complete our tour with free time for shopping and a coffee break, and return to our ship. The ship will depart from the port at 20:00 in the evening. Dinner and overnight stay on board.
DAY 05 CASABLANCA
Our ship will dock at Casablanca port at 07:00 in the morning. After breakfast, you will have free time for personal activities. Guests who wish may join the "Casablanca City Tour & Rabat Tour" organized by our guides as an extra option. We begin exploring Casablanca, which means "White House," known not only for being the site of the King Hassan Mosque, the second largest mosque in the world after Mecca, but also for Humphrey Bogart's famous film "Casablanca." Departing from Casablanca port on our private bus, our first stop will be the United Nations Square. During the panoramic tour, we will see places such as the Souk market, Habous Square, the Corniche district, and Mohammed V Boulevard. We will visit the "Hassan II Mosque," built between 1980-1993, which currently holds the title of the world's largest mosque. This structure, covering an area of 20,000 square meters, will be one of the most memorable parts of our tour. After some free time, we will have lunch at a nice restaurant. During our approximately 45-minute journey, we will admire the natural landscapes between Casablanca and Rabat, arriving in Rabat, the current capital of the Kingdom of Morocco. After visiting the city's most important sites such as the Hassan Tower, the Mausoleum of Mohammed V, and the Royal Palace, we will taste the famous mint tea at the Oudaya Fortress on the banks of the Bouregreg River. After the tour, we will return to the ship. The ship departs at 21:00. Dinner and overnight stay on board.
DAY 06 TANGIER
Our ship will dock at Tangier port at 08:00 in the morning. After breakfast, you will have free time for personal activities. Guests who wish may join the "Tangier City Tour" organized by our guides as an extra option. Leaving the ship, we head towards Place de France parallel to the ocean. When we reach the Cape Spartel area, we will see the point where the Mediterranean Sea meets the Atlantic Ocean. A few kilometers from here lie the Hercules Caves. The rock formation creating these caves offers a magnificent view. Later, we will go to the Kasbah area and have the chance to explore the old bazaar there. We will also see the historic minaret located there. Our final stop is Petit Socco, a district of beautiful small hotels that has hosted many famous figures like Matisse, Camile Saint Saens, and Paul Bowles. Then we return to the ship. The ship departs at 18:00. Dinner and overnight stay on board.
DAY 07 CADIZ
Our ship will dock at Cadiz port at 12:00 noon. After breakfast, you will have free time for personal activities. Guests who wish may join the "Seville & Cadiz Tour" organized by our guides as an extra option. After docking in Cadiz, we head to Seville, the most important city in Southern Spain. In our panoramic city introduction tour, we will visit the Cathedral, construction of which began in the 15th century on the site of the old Great Mosque from the Muwahhid era; the Alcazar, a royal residence where Arab Gothic and Renaissance style palaces stand side by side; the Golden Tower, a fortress dating back to the 13th century; numerous medieval churches; the Monastery of Santa Paula; and the Town Hall. Afterward, we return to Cadiz, take a short tour introducing the city, and then return to our ship. The ship will depart from the port at 21:00. Dinner and overnight stay on board.
DAY 08 MALAGA
Our ship will dock at Malaga port at 07:00 in the morning. After breakfast, you will have free time for personal activities. It is the fifth largest city in Spain after Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia, and Seville. With its magnificent sunshine, lively nightlife, unforgettable seafood restaurants, and culturally rich historical venues, this rapidly growing city welcomes thousands of tourists every year as the jewel of Andalusia, Spain. Guests who wish may join the "Malaga City Tour" organized by our guides as an extra option. Malaga, the center of the Costa del Sol (Sun Coast) and Andalusia, is a special fusion where Arab and Western cultures meet and flourish. It is no coincidence that the Gibralfaro Castle, the Cathedral, the Palace of the Umayyad Sultans, and the Alameda Boulevard adorned with exotic trees make it Spain's most touristy region... Picasso did not choose to be born here in vain... We will introduce you to this mystical city closely and then head towards Mijas, another special Andalusian village famous for its cobblestone streets, bright white houses, sightseeing carriages, and authentic bazaar. At the end of the tour, we return to our ship. The ship will depart from the port at 17:00. Dinner and overnight stay on board.
DAY 09 AT SEA
On this day spent cruising at sea, our ship offers many alternatives. Those who wish can enjoy the ship's open and closed pools, jacuzzis, and sunbathing areas. Others can shop in duty-free stores, try their luck in the casino, or enjoy various music and entertainment offered in dozens of bars. A variety of dining options await you throughout the day.
DAY 10 MARSEILLE / AIX EN PROVENCE
Our ship will dock at Marseille port at 09:00 in the morning. After breakfast, you will have free time for shopping and personal activities. Guests who wish may depart for the "Marseille City Tour & Aix En Provence Tour" organized by our guides as an extra option. In Marseille, an important maritime city, our tour will begin with a visit to the "Notre Dame de la Garde Cathedral" located on a high hill. Following this visit, some of the places to see include the Longchamps Fountain, Saint Charles train station, the Old Town, Hotel de Ville, and the marina area. Then we will go to Aix-en-Provence, located 40 minutes from Marseille. We will start with the famous St. Saviour's Cathedral, dating back to the 12th century, with its Romanesque front facade and covered arched way. Later, during our pleasant walk in the old part of the city, you will see the ancient inns located here and the Mazarin quarter designed in the 17th century by the brother of Cardinal Mazarino. The ship will depart from the port at 18:00. Dinner and overnight stay on board.
DAY 11 SAVONA – MILAN – ISTANBUL AIRPORT
Our ship will dock at Savona port at 09:00 in the morning. After breakfast, we will complete our ship exit procedures and then disembark. We will depart for Milan Airport with our private vehicle waiting for us at the port. After arriving at the airport and completing check-in and passport procedures, we will depart for Istanbul at 18:35 on Turkish Airlines flight TK1876. We will arrive at Istanbul Airport at 23:40 local time. End of our tour.
CANCELLATION REFUND CONDITIONS
• CALCULATED ON THE TOTAL AMOUNT*
From the date of registration;
60 days prior: 15% per person
59 days ---------- 30 days: 25%
29 days ---------- 15 days: 75%
14 days ---------- 0 days: 100%
What's Included
- Economy class flights between Istanbul Airport – Milan – Istanbul Airport with Turkish Airlines.
- 9-night, 10-day full board accommodation in the selected cabin category on the COSTA FASCINOSA cruise ship.
- Airport and port taxes (490 EUR)
- Transfers between Airport – Port – Airport.
- Professional Turkish-speaking tour leader service. (Regardless of group size)
- Morning, lunch, dinner meals and snacks onboard the ship.
- Entertainment and shows onboard the ship.
- Access to the Fitness & Sports center.
- Mandatory travel insurance (Professional liability insurance).
Not Included
- Service fees. Approximately 12€ per person per day (payable on board).
- Medical services / Personal expenses.
- All land tours specified in the program.
- All beverages on board.
- Domestic connecting flights.
- Required visa fee: A Schengen visa is required for this program.
- Travel health insurance. (A 100% surcharge applies for guests over 70 years of age.)
- Departure tax (can be paid at relevant banks or the treasury counter at the airport).