* ISTANBUL DEPARTURE * - WESTERN MEDITERRANEAN & GREEK ISLANDS WITH MSC FANTASIA - 2026

Our ship departs from the port of Istanbul, Turkey, and begins its journey to Greece at 23:00. Dinner and overnight accommodation will be on board.

 

During this time spent at sea, MSC FANTASIA offers many alternatives. Guests who wish can enjoy the ship's open and closed pools and jacuzzis. Other guests can take advantage of various musical entertainment options. Dinner and overnight accommodation will be on board.

 

MSC FANTASIA will arrive at the port of Corfu at 13:00. After lunch, passengers will have personal time to visit this place. Corfu is an island in the Ionian Sea, a branch of the Mediterranean, located in northwestern Greece. It has been inhabited by many different cultures throughout history due to the sovereignty of many states since 730 BC. It has a particularly cosmopolitan structure in terms of art, architecture, cuisine, history, and cultural features. You can start exploring this historic city from Corfu Town. The area, dominated by Venetian architecture, has many streets and historical fabric dating back to the Middle Ages. Historical sites to visit in Corfu Town include Esplanade Park, Old Fortress, St. Michael and St. George Palace, and St. George Church. Additionally, Canal d'Amor, Achilleion Palace, and Pantokrator Monastery, which are among the most famous places in Corfu, are also must-see locations. Those who prefer to spend time on Corfu's coast can visit Paleokastritsa Beaches, Glyfada, or La Grotta Beach and enjoy the sparkling waters of southern Italy. Our ship will depart from the port at 21:00 in the evening. Dinner and overnight accommodation will be on board. Afterwards, guests who wish can enjoy the ship's open and closed pools and jacuzzis. Other guests can take advantage of various musical entertainment options.

 

MSC FANTASIA will arrive at the port of Bari at 07:00. After breakfast, passengers will have personal time to visit this place. Bari, located at the foothills of Southern Italy and the capital of the Puglia region, stands out as one of Italy's oldest cities. In general, we can say that Bari is one of the favorite cities for tourists who are more interested in history due to its fascinating past. Our guests should visit San Nicola Basilica, Norman-Swabian Castle, San Sabino Cathedral Basilica, Piazza Mercantile, Piazza del Ferrarese, Via Sparano da Bari, Petruzzelli Theatre, and Bari Metropolitan Art Gallery to experience Bari's historical past.

Additionally, those who prefer to spend time on Bari's coast can visit Beach of the Lido San Francisco and enjoy the clear waters of southern Italy. Our ship will depart from the port at 14:00 in the evening. Dinner and overnight accommodation will be on board. Afterwards, guests who wish can enjoy the ship's open and closed pools and jacuzzis. Other guests can take advantage of various musical entertainment options.

 

MSC FANTASIA will arrive at the port of Trieste (Venice) at 09:00. After breakfast, passengers will have personal time to visit this place. Trieste is a fascinating city with its culture, architecture, and incredible nature. Due to its location, it serves as a gateway to the Mediterranean. As a result, it has been influenced by many different cultures around it, resulting in a rich culture. The first places to see in the city are Piazza Unita Building, Miramare Castle, San Guisto Basilica, Civica Museum, Borgo Teresiano, and Carsa Triestino Natural Area.

Additionally, Piazza dell'Unità d'Italia, Canale Grande, Castle Hill, Santa Maria Maggiore, Revoltella Civic Museum, and Giant Grotto are recommended as places to visit. Our ship will depart from the port at 19:00 in the evening. Dinner and overnight accommodation will be on board. Afterwards, guests who wish can shop at duty-free stores, try their luck in casinos, or enjoy various music and entertainment offered in dozens of bars. Different food alternatives await you throughout the day.

 

During this time spent at sea, MSC SPLENDIDA offers many alternatives. Guests who wish can enjoy the ship's open and closed pools, jacuzzis, and sunbathing areas. Others can shop at duty-free stores, try their luck in casinos, or enjoy various music and entertainment offered in dozens of bars. Different food alternatives await you throughout the day.

 

MSC FANTASIA will arrive at the port of Katakolon at 07:00. After breakfast, passengers will have personal time to visit this place. Upon disembarking at Katakolon, passengers are greeted by the city's most famous streets, Praxitelli and Kondily. Afterwards, it is recommended that passengers spending time in Katakolon visit Pontikokastro (Pontikon Castle is located here and is one of the historical architectural works dating back to the Byzantine period), Skafidia Monastery, and Mercouri Factory. For those wishing to spend time in the clear waters of Greek coasts, it is recommended to visit Spinaza Beach or Katakolo Beach. There is a distance of 35 kilometers for those wishing to go to Olympia Ancient City Center, and minibuses departing from Katakolon go there. Located on the UNESCO World Heritage List, Olympia is a famous city known as the center of the Olympic Games held in honor of Zeus, the chief god of Ancient Greece, since 776 BC. Among the places recommended to visit in Olympia are the Archaeology Museum, Archimedes Museum, Ancient Olympic Games Museum, and Nikolopoulos Andritsena Library. Our ship will depart from the port at 15:00 in the evening. Dinner and overnight accommodation will be on board. Afterwards, guests who wish can shop at duty-free stores, try their luck in casinos, or enjoy various music and entertainment offered in dozens of bars. Different food alternatives await you throughout the day.

 

Day 8 Athens/Piraeus
Athens/Piraeus arrival time 08:00; Piraeus is a charming port of the capital Athens, a beautiful city with its small hotels and cute appearance. Athens, where the strongest symbol of Ancient Greek Civilization, the Pantheon, is located above the Acropolis. Further down, in Plaka, where taverns and shopping centers are located, it is possible to catch the rhythm of the day and night. Our ship will depart from the port at 18:00 in the evening. Dinner and overnight accommodation will be on board. Afterwards, guests who wish can shop at duty-free stores, try their luck in casinos, or enjoy various music and entertainment offered in dozens of bars. Different food alternatives await you throughout the day.

 

MSC FANTASIA will arrive at the port of Valletta at 07:00. After breakfast, passengers will have personal time to visit this place. Kusadasi, a district of Aydın province in Turkey, is one of the first places that come to mind when talking about summer holidays. Among the historical places recommended to visit in Kusadasi are Ephesus Ancient City, Guvercinada Castle, Sevda Hill, and Okuz Mehmet Pasha Caravanserai. Additionally, passengers can visit Kusadasi Bazaar to see iconic landmarks, buy souvenirs, and have the opportunity to taste traditional Turkish dishes.
Additionally, guests wishing to enjoy the sparkling sea of the Aegean should visit Guzelyali Venus Beach, Kusutur Beach, or Sevgi Beach. Our ship will depart from the port at 15:00 in the evening. Dinner and overnight accommodation will be on board. Afterwards, guests who wish can shop at duty-free stores, try their luck in casinos, or enjoy various music and entertainment offered in dozens of bars. Different food alternatives await you throughout the day.

 

Arrival in Istanbul at 10:00 local time in Turkey. End of our tour.