Aegean and Adriatic Cruise from Istanbul — MSC Fantasia, 9 Nights

About Aegean and Adriatic Cruise from Istanbul — MSC Fantasia, 9 Nights

A 9-night, 10-day Aegean and Adriatic cruise aboard the MSC Fantasia. Boarding is at Istanbul port; transport to the port is at the passenger's own expense. The ship calls at Istanbul, Corfu, Bari, Trieste, Katakolon, Athens (Piraeus) and Kuşadası in that order; the itinerary includes 2 days at sea. Itinerary summary: Day 1 Istanbul; Day 2 At sea; Day 3 Corfu; Day 4 Bari; Day 5 Trieste; Day 6 At sea; Day 7 Katakolon; Day 8 Athens (Piraeus); Day 9 Kuşadası; Day 10 Istanbul. Departure dates: 2 dates, from 28 October 2026 – 6 November 2026. Prices start at €1.093 per person. Included in the price: Full Board accommodation in a cabin in your chosen category; Port taxes; Entertainment, shows and activities arranged each day and night on board; Breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks on board; An open-buffet restaurant serving guests 20 hours a day; The Captain's welcome party and gala dinner.

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1 — Istanbul

Embarkation at Istanbul port and settling into cabins. The ship departs from the port at 23:00; 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 — Corfu

The ship docks at the port of Corfu at 13:00. Corfu Old Fortress and Liston can be visited from the port; optional shore excursions are available. The ship departs the port at 21:00; overnight on board.

Day 4 — Bari

The ship docks at the port of Bari at 07:00. The Basilica of Saint Nicholas and Bari Vecchia can be visited from this port; optional shore excursions are available. The ship departs the port at 14:00. Overnight on board.

Day 5 — Trieste

The ship docks at the port of Trieste at 09:00. Piazza Unità d'Italia and Miramare Castle can be visited from this port; optional shore excursions are available. The ship departs the port at 19:00; overnight on board.

Day 6 — Cruising at sea

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

Day 7 — Katakolon

The ship docks at Katakolon at 07:00. Ancient Olympia can be visited from this port; optional shore excursions are available. The ship departs the port at 15:00; overnight stay on board.

Day 8 — Athens (Piraeus)

The ship docks at the port of Athens (Piraeus) at 08:00. The Acropolis and Plaka in Athens can be visited from this port; optional shore excursions are available. The ship departs the port at 18:00; overnight on board.

Day 9 — Kuşadası

The ship docks at the port of Kuşadası at 07:00. The ancient city of Ephesus and the House of the Virgin Mary can be visited from this port; optional shore excursions are available. The ship departs the port at 15:00. Overnight on board.

Day 10 — Istanbul

Disembarkation after breakfast at Istanbul port.

Places to Visit

What’s Included

What’s Not Included

Frequently Asked Questions

How many days does the Aegean and Adriatic cruise on MSC Fantasia last?

The tour is 9 nights 10 days; 2 days of which are cruising at sea.

Which ports does the ship visit?

Respectively Istanbul, Corfu, Bari, Trieste, Katakolon, Athens (Piraeus), Kuşadası.

Which ship operates this tour?

Aboard the MSC Fantasia.

Where is the departure, and how is the transportation?

Embarkation takes place at Istanbul port; port transfers are not included in the price.

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

Departure dates: October 28, 2026, November 6, 2026. Price starts from €1,093 per person.

What is included in the price?

Full Board accommodation in your selected cabin category; port taxes; daily and nightly entertainment, shows and activities arranged on board; breakfast, lunch and dinner, with refreshments, on board; a buffet restaurant open for 20 hours a day; the Captain's welcome party and gala dinner; a service charge of 12 € per person per day; compulsory travel insurance (professional liability insurance).

What is not included in the price?

Shore excursions; Beauty center and SPA; Personal expenses; Visa fee and departure tax; Beverages (dispensers at the open buffet are free); City tax paid for Venice.

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?

There is no Turkish guiding service on this program; Turkish staff are available on board.