Bernina Express and Western Mediterranean Cruise — Costa Favolosa, 7 Nights
About Bernina Express and Western Mediterranean Cruise — Costa Favolosa, 7 Nights
A 7-night, 8-day Bernina Express and Western Mediterranean cruise aboard the Costa Favolosa. Flying from Istanbul with Turkish Airlines to embark the ship at Savona port. The ship calls at the ports of Savona, Barcelona, and Marseille, respectively; followed by land stops in Como, St. Moritz, and Zurich; the itinerary includes 1 day at sea. Itinerary summary: Day 1 Istanbul – Savona; Day 2 At sea; Day 3 Barcelona; Day 4 Marseille; Day 5 Savona – Milan – Como; Day 6 Como – Tirano – Bernina Express – St. Moritz; Day 7 St. Moritz – Chur – Zurich; Day 8 Zurich – Istanbul. Cabin options: Inside Cabin Promo, Inside Cabin Classic, Inside Cabin Premium, Outside Cabin Promo, Outside Cabin Premium, Obstructed View Balcony Cabin Classic, Balcony Cabin Premium. The cabin difference is added according to the cabin selected during booking. Departure date: April 22, 2027. Prices start from €1,599 per person. Included in the price: Round-trip economy class flights with Turkish Airlines; 4 nights, 5 days Full Board accommodation in the selected cabin category aboard the Costa Favolosa; Bernina Express economy class train ticket; 1 night Bed & Breakfast hotel accommodation in Como / Lecco in a 4* standard hotel; 1 night Bed & Breakfast hotel accommodation in St. Moritz in a 3 or 4* standard hotel; 1 night Bed & Breakfast hotel accommodation in Zurich in a 4* standard hotel.
Departure Dates
22 - 29 April 2027 — €1.599 (≈₺91.300)
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1 — Istanbul – Savona
Flight from Istanbul with Turkish Airlines flight TK1873 (06:50); upon arrival transfer to the port of Savona, boarding the ship, and cabin check-in. The ship departs from the port at 18:00; dinner and overnight stay on board.
Day 2 — Cruising at sea
Full day cruising at sea: free time on board with pools, spa, shows, and restaurants. Overnight stay on board.
Day 3 — Barcelona
The ship docks at the port of Barcelona at 07:30. On the optional "Barcelona City Tour" itinerary, the Sagrada Familia, La Rambla, Montjuic, Christopher Columbus Monument, and Barceloneta Beach can be seen; free time for those not participating. The ship departs from the port at 17:30; overnight stay on board.
Day 4 — Marseille
The ship docks at the port of Marseille at 08:00. On the optional "Marseille City Tour & Aix En Provence Tour" itinerary, Dame de la Garde Cathedral and Longchamps Fountain can be seen; free time for those not participating. The ship departs from the port at 17:30; overnight stay on board.
Day 5 — Savona – Milan – Como
Disembarkation after breakfast at Savona port and transition to the land program: Milan – Como. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 6 — Como – Tirano – Bernina Express – St. Moritz
Land program: Como – Tirano – Bernina Express – St. Moritz. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 7 — St. Moritz – Chur – Zurich
Land program: St. Moritz – Chur – Zurich. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 8 — Zurich – Istanbul
Free time around Zurich after breakfast; transfer to the airport and return to Istanbul on Turkish Airlines flight TK1910.
Places to Visit
Savona
Barcelona
Marseille
Como
St. Moritz
Zurich
What’s Included
Round-trip economy class flights with Turkish Airlines
4 nights 5 days full board accommodation in the preferred cabin category on board Costa Favolosa
Bernina Express economy class train ticket
1 night 4* standard bed & breakfast hotel accommodation in Como / Lecco
1 night 3* or 4* standard bed & breakfast hotel accommodation in St. Moritz
1 night 4* standard bed & breakfast hotel accommodation in Zurich
All tours specified in the itinerary
Airport and Port taxes
All Transfers
Experienced Turkish-speaking Tour Leader Service. (Regardless of the number of participants)
Breakfast, lunch, dinner, and afternoon snacks on board
Round-trip economy class flights with Turkish Airlines; 4 nights 5 days full board accommodation in the preferred cabin category on board Costa Favolosa; Bernina Express economy class train ticket; 1 night bed + breakfast hotel accommodation in Como / Lecce at 4* standard; 1 night bed + breakfast hotel accommodation in St. Moritz at 3 or 4* standard; 1 night bed + breakfast hotel accommodation in Zurich at 4* standard; All tours specified in the program; Airport and Port taxes; All Transfers; Experienced Turkish Tour Leader Service (Regardless of group size); Breakfast, lunch, dinner, and afternoon snacks on board; Entertainment and shows on board; Use of Fitness & Sports center; Mandatory travel insurance (Professional liability insurance).
What is not included in the price?
Service charges. Approximately €12 per person per day (Payable on board); All excursions not explicitly stated in the program; Medical services; Personal expenses; All drinks 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; International departure tax (Can be paid at designated banks or the airport tax desk).
Is a visa required?
Since the itinerary calls at ports in the Schengen area, Turkish citizens travelling with an ordinary (burgundy) passport are required to obtain a Schengen visa. As the ship leaves the Schengen area and re-enters, the visa must be multiple-entry.
Is there a Turkish-speaking guide?
Yes, Turkish-speaking tour leader service is included in the price.