Greek Islands Cruise from Istanbul — Costa Pacifica, 8 Nights

About Greek Islands Cruise from Istanbul — Costa Pacifica, 8 Nights

An 8-night, 9-day Greek Islands cruise aboard the Costa Pacifica. Embarkation is at the port of Istanbul; transportation to the port is the passenger’s responsibility. The ship calls at Istanbul, Kavala, Volos, Santorini, Athens (Piraeus), Mykonos and Rhodes in that order. Itinerary summary: Day 1 Istanbul; Day 2 Kavala; Day 3 Volos; Day 4 Santorini; Day 5 Athens (Piraeus); Day 6 Mykonos; Day 7 Rhodes; Day 8 At sea; Day 9 Istanbul. Departure date: 11 May 2027. Prices start at €1,070 per person. Included in the price: Port taxes; 8-night, 9-day Full Board accommodation aboard the Costa Pacifica; breakfast, lunch and dinner, plus refreshments on board; entertainment, activities and shows scheduled separately each day and evening on board; the Captain’s welcome party and gala dinner; mandatory travel insurance (professional liability insurance).

Departure Dates

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1 — Istanbul

Embarkation at Istanbul port and settling into cabins. The ship departs from the port at 17:30; dinner and overnight stay on board.

Day 2 — Kavala

Stop at Kavala port. Free time ashore; optional shore excursions are organized for those who wish. Overnight on board.

Day 3 — Volos

The ship docks at the Port of Volos at 09:00. Free time ashore; optional shore excursions are organized for those who wish. The ship departs from the port at 18:00; overnight stay onboard.

Day 4 — Santorini

The ship docks at Santorini port at 10:00. Oia and Fira can be visited from this port; optional shore excursions are available. The ship departs at 20:00; overnight on board.

Day 5 — Athens (Piraeus)

The ship docks at the port of Athens (Piraeus) at 07:00. The Acropolis and Plaka in Athens can be visited from this port; optional shore excursions are available. The ship departs the port at 23:00; overnight on board.

Day 6 — Mykonos

The ship docks at the port of Mykonos at 08:00. The windmills and Little Venice can be explored from this port; optional shore excursions are available. The ship leaves the port at 18:00. Overnight stay on board.

Day 7 — Rhodes

The ship docks at the port of Rhodes at 08:00. The Old Town of Rhodes, the Palace of the Grand Master, and Lindos can be visited from this port; optional shore excursions are available. The ship departs the port at 20:00; overnight on board.

Day 8 — Cruising at sea

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

Day 9 — Istanbul

The ship arrives at Istanbul port at 07:00; disembarkation after breakfast.

Places to Visit

What’s Included

What’s Not Included

Frequently Asked Questions

How many days does the Greek Islands cruise tour with Costa Pacifica take?

The tour is 8 nights and 9 days.

Which ports does the ship visit?

Respectively Istanbul, Kavala, Volos, Santorini, Athens (Piraeus), Mykonos, Rhodes.

Which ship operates this tour?

Aboard Costa Pacifica.

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: May 11, 2027. Prices start from €1,070 per person.

What is included in the price?

Port taxes; 8 Nights 9 Days Full Board accommodation aboard the Costa Pacifica; breakfast, lunch and dinner, plus refreshments on board; entertainment, activities and shows arranged each day and evening on board; the Captain's welcome party and gala dinner; compulsory travel insurance (professional liability insurance).

What is not included in the price?

Domestic flight ticket; Transfers; All alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks consumed on board; Shore excursions; Personal expenses (dry cleaning, doctor, telephone, internet, beauty center, spa services, etc.); A mandatory ship crew service charge of 11 € per person per day; Schengen visa; International departure fee.

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.