MSC SINFONIA WESTERN MEDITERRANEAN & MOROCCO & PORTUGAL - THY - EID AL-ADHA - 18.05.2027
DAY 1 ISTANBUL AIRPORT – MILAN/GENOA
Meeting at Istanbul Airport International Terminal at 03:30 AM, followed by departure to Milan on Turkish Airlines flight TK1873 at 08:15. Upon arrival in Milan at 09:05 local time, transfer to Genoa port where the MSC SINFONIA ship will depart. After ship check-in and passport procedures, settle into cabins and enjoy free time. The ship will depart from the port at 17:30. Dinner and overnight on board.
DAY 2 MARSEILLE
The ship will dock at Marseille port at 08:30 AM. Free time for breakfast, shopping, and personal activities. Guests who wish may join the guide's optional "Marseille City Tour & Aix-en-Provence Tour". Starting our tour in Marseille, a major maritime city, we will first visit the "Notre Dame de la Garde Cathedral" located on a high hill. Following this visit, some of the places to be seen include Longchamps Fountain, Saint Charles train station, the old town, Hotel de Ville, and the marina area. Later, we will go to Aix-en-Provence, located 40 minutes from Marseille. We will begin with the famous St. Saviour's Cathedral dating back to the 12th century, featuring a Romanesque front facade and an arched covered walkway. During a pleasant walk in the old part of the city, you will see the ancient caravanserais and the Mazarino district designed in the 17th century by the brother of Cardinal Mazarin. The ship will depart from the port at 18:30. Dinner and overnight on board.
DAY 3 AT SEA
On this day spent cruising at sea, the ship offers many alternatives. Those who wish can enjoy the ship's open and indoor pools, jacuzzis, and sunbathing areas. Others can shop in duty-free stores, try their luck in the casino, or enjoy various music and entertainment programs performed in dozens of bars. A variety of dining options are also waiting for you throughout the day. Dinner and overnight on board.
DAY 4 MALAGA
The ship will dock at Malaga port at 07:00 AM. Free time for personal activities after breakfast. It is Spain's fifth-largest city after Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia, and Seville. With its magnificent sunshine, lively nightlife, unforgettable fish restaurants, and culturally rich historical sites, this rapidly growing city welcomes thousands of tourists every year as the jewel of Andalusia, Spain. Guests who wish can join the optional "Malaga City Tour" organized by the guides. 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 Gibralfaro Castle, the Cathedral, the Palace of the Umayyad Sultans, and Alameda Boulevard adorned with exotic trees make it one of Spain's most touristy regions... Picasso did not choose to be born here in vain... We will introduce you to this mystical city up close and then head towards Mijas, another special Andalusian village famous for its cobblestone streets, bright white houses, sightseeing carriages, and authentic market. At the end of the tour, we return to the ship. The ship will depart from the port at 16:00. Dinner and overnight on board.
DAY 5 TANGIER
The ship will dock at Tangier port at 08:00 AM. Free time for breakfast and personal activities. Guests who wish can join the optional "Tangier City Tour" organized by the guides. Leaving the ship, we proceed 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 there 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 visit the old market there. We will also see the historic minaret located there. Our last stop is Petit Socco, a region of beautiful small hotels that has hosted many famous people such as Matisse, Camille Saint Saens, and Paul Bowles. Then we return to the ship. The ship departs at 18:00. Dinner and overnight on board.
DAY 6 PORTIMAO
The ship will dock at Portimão port in the Algarve region of Portugal at 07:00 AM. This coastal city on the shores of the Atlantic Ocean is known for its golden cliffs and impressive beaches. After breakfast on board, guests who wish can join the optional Algarve Tour. As part of the tour, Ponta da Piedade, Lagos, Alvor town, and Praia da Rocha will be visited, and the natural beauties and panoramic views of the region will be explored. After the tour, we will return to the ship. The ship will depart from the port at 18:00. Dinner and overnight on board.
DAY 7 CEUTA
The ship will dock at the port at 09:00 AM. Guests who wish can join the optional extra "Ceuta (Septe) Panoramic City Tour" organized by the guides. Ceuta is an autonomous province located on the North African coast of Spain. The Royal Walls of Ceuta are a fortification line in Ceuta. The walls date back to 962 in their oldest parts and up to the 18th century in their most modern sections. Except for some exits, they have remained largely unspoiled. The House of Dragons (Ejderhalar Evi) is an important turning point in Ceuta and an extraordinary example of eclectic architecture; the house is located in a corner of Kings Square. La Puerta Califal (Caliphate Gate) is approximately four meters wide, featuring a double curve with a horseshoe arch framed by a bishop and a room behind it. After the tour, there will be free time. We transfer to the ship. The ship will depart from the port at 18:00.
DAY 8 ALICANTE
The ship will dock at Alicante port at 10:00 AM. Free time for personal activities after breakfast. Dinner and overnight on board. Guests who wish can join the optional "Valencia City Tour" organized by the guide. We will board the bus waiting for us at the port and depart. Our first stop will be the Art and Science city created by the magnificent architect Santiago Calatrava, who has left his mark on the last 10 years. The park area built on a dried riverbed, containing modern museums, theaters, and opera buildings, will be seen. Later, during the bus tour, La Lonja, El Cid, the Cathedral, Micalet, and Virgin Square will be visited. Afterward, a walking tour and free time in the city center will take place before returning to the ship. The ship will depart from the port at 20:00. Dinner and overnight on board.
DAY 9 AT SEA
On this day spent cruising at sea, the ship offers many alternatives. Those who wish can enjoy the ship's open and indoor pools, jacuzzis, and sunbathing areas. Others can shop in duty-free stores, try their luck in the casino, or enjoy various music and entertainment programs performed in dozens of bars. A variety of dining options are also waiting for you throughout the day. Dinner and overnight on board.
DAY 10 CIVITAVECCHIA/ROME
The ship will dock at Civitavecchia port at 08:30 AM. Free time for personal activities after breakfast. Guests who wish can join the optional "Rome City Tour" organized by the guide. On this full-day tour, after a 1 hour 15 minute journey by bus waiting for us at Civitavecchia Port, we arrive in Rome and take a panoramic bus tour. Places to be seen include Castel Sant’Angelo, the Tiber River, Borghese Park, Via Veneto, Piazza del Popolo, Piazza della Repubblica, Via Nazionale, Teatro Marcello, Circo Massimo, and Forum areas. Later, we explore Rome's famous squares on foot. Places to be seen include Pantheon Square, Navona Square, Trevi Fountain, and Spanish Steps, ending our tour with a shopping break. At the end of the tour, we return to the ship. The ship will depart from the port at 19:00. Dinner and overnight on board.
DAY 11 GENOA/MILAN – ISTANBUL AIRPORT
The ship will dock at Genoa port at 08:30 AM. After breakfast, we complete the ship disembarkation procedures and leave the ship. We then head to Milan Airport via our private vehicle waiting for us at the port. Upon arrival at the airport, after check-in and passport procedures, we depart for Istanbul on Turkish Airlines flight TK1876 at 18:35. Arrival 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;
90 days before: 15% per person
89 days ---------- 60 days: 30%
59 days ---------- 30 days: 50%
29 days ---------- 15 days: 70%
14 days ---------- 0 days: 100%
What's Included
- Economy class flights between Istanbul Airport – Milan – Istanbul Airport with Turkish Airlines.
- 10 nights and 11 days full board accommodation in the selected cabin category on the MSC SINFONIA ship.
- Airport and port taxes.
- Transfers between Airport – Port – Airport.
- Professional Turkish-speaking tour leader service. (Only if the group has at least 15 people)
- Morning, lunch, dinner meals and snacks on board the ship.
- Entertainment and shows on board 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 at the time of reservation).
- All tours specified in the program.
- Health services. / Personal expenses.
- All beverages on board.
- City taxes
- Domestic connecting flights.
- Required visa fee: A Schengen visa is required for this program. No visa is required for green passport holders.
- Foreign departure tax (you can pay it at relevant banks or the treasury counter at the airport).
- Travel health insurance. (A 100% deductible applies for guests over 70 years of age)