Aegean and Adriatic Cruise from Istanbul — MSC Lirica, 7 Nights

About Aegean and Adriatic Cruise from Istanbul — MSC Lirica, 7 Nights

Departure Dates

• 15 - 22 January 2027 — €1.045 (≈₺59.600)
• 22 - 29 January 2027 — €1.045 (≈₺59.600)
• 29 January - 5 February 2027 — €1.045 (≈₺59.600)
• 5 - 12 February 2027 — €1.045 (≈₺59.600)
• 12 - 19 February 2027 — €1.045 (≈₺59.600)
• 19 - 26 February 2027 — €1.045 (≈₺59.600)
• 26 February - 5 March 2027 — €1.045 (≈₺59.600)
• 5 - 12 March 2027 — €1.045 (≈₺59.600)

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1 — Istanbul

Boarding the ship and settling into cabins at Istanbul port. The ship departs from the port at 20:00; 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 13:30. You can explore the Old Fortress of Corfu and Liston from the port; optional shore excursions are available for those who wish to join. The ship departs the port at 20:00; overnight on board.

Day 4 — Bari

The ship arrives at the port of Bari at 08:00. 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 19:00; overnight on board.

Day 5 — Cruising at sea

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

Day 6 — Athens (Piraeus)

The ship docks at Piraeus port in Athens at 07:00. You can visit the Acropolis and Plaka in Athens from this port; optional shore excursions are available. The ship departs the port at 16:30; overnight on board.

Day 7 — Kuşadası

The ship arrives 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 14:30; overnight on board.

Day 8 — Istanbul

The ship arrives at Istanbul port at 09:00; disembarkation after breakfast.

Places to Visit

• Istanbul
• Corfu
• Bari
• Athens (Piraeus)
• Kuşadası

What’s Included

• Full Board accommodation in the preferred cabin category
• Port taxes
• Entertainment, shows, and animation organized additionally for every day and night on board
• Breakfast, lunch, dinner, and treats on board
• Open buffet restaurant serving 20 hours a day
• Captain's welcome party and gala dinner
• Daily service fee of €12 per person
• Mandatory travel insurance (Professional liability insurance)

What’s Not Included

• Shore excursions
• Beauty center and SPA
• Personal expenses
• Visa fee and international departure tax
• Beverages (Vending machines at the Open Buffet are free of charge)

Frequently Asked Questions

How many days does the Aegean and Adriatic cruise with MSC Lirica last?

The tour is 7 nights and 8 days, including 2 days at sea.

Which ports does the ship visit?

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

Which ship operates this tour?

Aboard the MSC Lirica ship.

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: January 15, 2027, January 22, 2027, January 29, 2027, February 5, 2027, February 12, 2027, February 19, 2027, February 26, 2027, March 5, 2027. Prices start from €1,045 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 fee; Drinks (vending machines at the open buffet are free).

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.