Canary Islands and Madeira Cruise — MSC Fantasia, 11 Nights

About Canary Islands and Madeira Cruise — MSC Fantasia, 11 Nights

An 11-night, 12-day cruise to the Canary Islands and Madeira aboard the MSC Fantasia. Boarding is at the Port of Civitavecchia; transportation to the port is the passenger’s responsibility. The ship calls at Rome (Civitavecchia), Gran Canaria, La Palma, Tenerife, Fuerteventura, Madeira (Funchal), and Lanzarote, in that order. Itinerary summary: Day 1 Rome (Civitavecchia); Day 2 at sea; Day 3 at sea; Day 4 at sea; Day 5 Gran Canaria; Day 6 La Palma; Day 7 Tenerife; Day 8 Fuerteventura; Day 9 Madeira (Funchal); Day 10 at sea; Day 11 Lanzarote; Day 12 Gran Canaria. Departure date: 9 December 2026. Prices start at €1.094 per person. Included in the price: Full Board accommodation in a cabin in the selected category; Port taxes; Entertainment, shows, and activities arranged each day and night on board; Breakfast, lunch, dinner, and refreshments on board; A buffet restaurant open for 20 hours; The captain’s welcome party and gala dinner.

Departure Dates

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1 — Rome (Civitavecchia)

Embarkation and settling into cabins at the port of Rome (Civitavecchia). The ship departs from the port at 17:00; 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 — Cruising at sea

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

Stopover at Gran Canaria port. Free time ashore; optional shore excursions are organized for those interested. Overnight on board.

Day 6 — La Palma

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

Day 7 — Tenerife

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

Day 8 — Fuerteventura

Port call in Fuerteventura. Free time ashore; optional shore excursions are organized for those interested. Overnight stay on board.

Day 9 — Madeira (Funchal)

The ship docks at the port of Madeira (Funchal) at 10:00. Free time ashore; optional shore excursions are organized for those interested. Overnight stay on board.

Day 10 — Cruising at sea

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

Day 11 — Lanzarote

The ship docks at Lanzarote port at 09:00. Free time ashore; optional shore excursions are organized for those who wish. The ship departs from the port at 20:00; overnight on board.

Day 12 — Gran Canaria

Disembarkation after breakfast at Gran Canaria port.

Places to Visit

What’s Included

What’s Not Included

Frequently Asked Questions

How many days does the Canary Islands and Madeira cruise with MSC Fantasia last?

The tour is 11 nights and 12 days.

Which ports does the ship visit?

In order: Rome (Civitavecchia), Gran Canaria, La Palma, Tenerife, Fuerteventura, Madeira (Funchal), Lanzarote.

Which ship operates this tour?

Aboard the MSC Fantasia.

Where is the departure, and how is the transportation?

Boarding the ship at Civitavecchia port; transportation to the port is not included in the price.

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

Departure dates: December 9, 2026. Prices start from €1,094 per person.

What is included in the price?

Full Board accommodation in the chosen cabin category; port taxes; entertainment, shows and activities arranged on board every day and evening; breakfast, lunch and dinner, plus refreshments on board; buffet restaurant open 20 hours a day; the captain’s welcome party and gala dinner; daily service charge of 12 € per person; mandatory travel insurance (professional liability insurance).

What is not included in the price?

Shore excursions; Beauty salon and SPA; Personal expenses; Visa fee and international departure tax; 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.