Bernina Express and Western Mediterranean Cruise — MSC Magnifica, 7 Nights

About Bernina Express and Western Mediterranean Cruise — MSC Magnifica, 7 Nights

A 7-night, 8-day Bernina Express and Western Mediterranean cruise aboard MSC Magnifica. Fly from Istanbul with Turkish Airlines and board the ship at the port of Genoa. The ship calls at the ports of Genoa, Marseille, and Barcelona; the itinerary then continues with overland stops in St. Moritz and Zurich; the program includes 1 day at sea. Itinerary summary: Day 1 Istanbul – Genoa; Day 2 Marseille; Day 3 Barcelona; Day 4 At sea; Day 5 Genoa – Milan – Como; Day 6 Como – Tirano – Bernina Express – St. Moritz; Day 7 St. Moritz – Chur – Zurich; Day 8 Zurich – Istanbul. Cabin options: Bella Interior Cabin, Fantastica Interior Cabin, Bella Obstructed View Ocean View Cabin, Fantastica Ocean View Cabin, Bella Obstructed View Balcony Cabin, Fantastica Balcony Cabin. The cabin supplement is added according to the cabin you select when booking. Departure date: 27 October 2026. Prices start at €1.997 per person. Included in the price: Round-trip economy-class flights with Turkish Airlines; 4 nights 5 days of full-board accommodation in your chosen cabin category aboard MSC Magnifica; Bernina Express economy-class train ticket; 1 night’s Bed & Breakfast accommodation in a 4* standard hotel in Como / Lecce; 1 night’s Bed & Breakfast accommodation in a 4* standard hotel in St. Moritz; 1 night’s Bed & Breakfast accommodation in a 4* standard hotel in Zurich.

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1 — Istanbul – Genoa

Flight from Istanbul on Turkish Airlines flight TK1873 (06:50); transfer to the Port of Genoa upon arrival, embarkation, and settling into your cabins. The ship departs the port at 18:00; dinner and overnight stay on board.

Day 2 — Marseille

The ship docks at the port of Marseille at 09:00. The optional “Marseille City Tour & Aix-en-Provence Tour” includes visits to Notre-Dame de la Garde and Longchamp Fountain; free time is available for those who do not join. The ship leaves the port at 18:00; overnight stay on board.

Day 3 — Barcelona

The ship docks at the port of Barcelona at 08:00. On the optional “Barcelona City Tour,” you can see Sagrada Familia, La Rambla, Montjuïc, the Columbus Monument and Barceloneta Beach; free time is available for those who do not join. The ship departs the port at 18:00; overnight on board.

Day 4 — Cruising at sea

Full day cruising at sea: free time on board with pools, spa, shows, and restaurants. Overnight stay on board.

Day 5 — Genoa – Milan – Como

The ship docks at Genoa port at 08:30; disembarkation after breakfast and transition to the land program: Milan – Como. Overnight 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

What’s Included

What’s Not Included

Frequently Asked Questions

How many days does the Bernina Express and Western Mediterranean cruise with MSC Magnifica take?

The tour is 7 nights and 8 days, including 1 day at sea.

Which ports does the ship visit?

Genoa, Marseille, Barcelona, respectively.

Which ship operates this tour?

Aboard the MSC Magnifica ship.

Where is the departure, and how is the transportation?

Fly from Istanbul to Genoa port with Turkish Airlines to embark on the ship; return is also by flight.

What are the departure dates and how much does it cost?

Departure dates: 27 October 2026. Prices start from €1,997 per person.

What cabin types are available?

Bella Interior Cabin (base price), Fantastica Interior Cabin (+€50), Bella Ocean View Cabin with Obstructed View (+€100), Fantastica Ocean View Cabin (+€150), Bella Balcony Cabin with Obstructed View (+€250), Fantastica Balcony Cabin (+€300). Price difference is per person.

What is included in the price?

Round-trip economy-class flights with Turkish Airlines; 4-night, 5-day full-board accommodation aboard the MSC Magnifica in the selected cabin category; Bernina Express economy-class train ticket; 1 night’s Bed & Breakfast accommodation at a 4-star-standard hotel in Como / Lecce; 1 night’s Bed & Breakfast accommodation at a 4-star-standard hotel in St. Moritz; 1 night’s Bed & Breakfast accommodation at a 4-star-standard hotel in Zurich; all tours specified in the program; airport and port taxes; all transfers; experienced Turkish-speaking tour leader service (regardless of group size); breakfast, lunch and dinner, plus snacks on board; entertainment and shows on board; use of the fitness and sports facilities; compulsory travel insurance (professional liability insurance).

What is not included in the price?

Service fees, approximately 12€ per person per day (payable at the time of booking); all tours not explicitly mentioned in the itinerary; medical services / personal expenses; all drinks on board; city taxes; domestic connecting flights; required visa fee. A Schengen visa is required for this itinerary. Green passport holders do not need a visa; international departure fee (payable at the relevant banks or at the tax office at the airport).

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.