MSC Fantasia Istanbul Departure Aegean & Adriatic Tour 9 Nights - 2026
Day 1 Istanbul
Our ship departs from the port of Istanbul in Turkey and begins its journey to Greece at 23:00. Dinner and accommodation will be on board.
Day 2 At Sea
During this time at sea, MSC FANTASIA will offer you many alternatives. Those who wish can make use of the ship's open and indoor pools and jacuzzis. Our guests who wish can enjoy various musical entertainments. Dinner and accommodation will be on board.
Day 3 Corfu
MSC FANTASIA will arrive at the port of Corfu at 13:00. After lunch, our passengers will have personal time to visit here. Corfu is an island in the Ionian Sea, a branch of the Mediterranean, in northwestern Greece. Its history dates back to 730 B.C., and throughout its history it has been a place where many different cultures have coexisted due to the dominance of many states. It has a cosmopolitan structure, especially in terms of art, architecture, cuisine, historical and cultural characteristics. You can start touring this historic city from Corfu Town. The area, dominated by Venetian architecture, has many streets and historical texture dating back to the Middle Ages. Historical places to visit in Corfu Town are Esplanade Park, Old Fortress Castle, and St. Michael's Palace and St. George's Church. In addition, Canal d'Amor, the most famous place in Corfu, Achilleion Palace and Pantokrator Monastery are among the places that must be seen. Those who prefer the beach of Corfu can also go to Paleokastritsa Beaches, Glyfada or La Grotta Beach and enjoy the sparkling waters of southern Italy. Our ship will depart from the port at 21:00 in the evening. Dinner and overnight stay will be on board. Later, those who wish can make use of the ship's open and indoor pools and jacuzzis. Our guests who wish can enjoy various musical entertainments.
Day 4 Bari
MSC FANTASIA will arrive at the port of Bari at 07:00. After breakfast, our passengers will have personal time to visit here. Located on the outskirts of southern Italy, the capital of the Puglia region, Bari stands out as one of the oldest cities in Italy. In general, we can say that Bari is one of the favorite cities of tourists who are more interested in history due to its fascinating past. Our guests should visit the Basilica of San Nicola, the Norman-Swabian Castle, the Cathedral Basilica of San Sabino, Piazza Mercantile, Piazza del Ferrarese, Via Sparano da Bari, the Petruzzelli Theatre, and the Bari Metropolitan Art Gallery to experience Bari's historical past.
In addition, those who prefer the beach of Bari can go to Beach of the Lido San Francisco and enjoy the clear waters of southern Italy. Our ship will depart from the port at 14:00 in the evening. Dinner and overnight stay will be on board. Later, those who wish can make use of the ship's open and indoor pools and jacuzzis. Our guests who wish can enjoy various musical entertainments.
Day 5 Trieste (Venice)
MSC FANTASIA will arrive at the port of Trieste (Venice) at 09:00. After breakfast, our passengers will have personal time to visit here. Trieste is a captivating city with its culture, architecture and incredible nature. Due to its location, it is a gateway to the Mediterranean. As a result, it has been influenced by many different surrounding cultures, and a rich culture has emerged as a result. The first places to see in the city are the Piazza Unita Building, Miramare Castle, San Guisto Basilica, Civica Museum, Borgo Teresiano and the Carsa Triestino Natural Area.
In addition, Piazza dell'Unità d'Italia, Canale Grande, Castle Hill and Santa Maria Maggiore, Revoltella Civic Museum and Giant Grotto are recommended as places to visit. Our ship will depart from the port at 19:00 in the evening. Dinner and overnight stay will be on board. Then, those who wish can shop at duty-free stores, try their luck in casinos, or benefit from different music and entertainment performed in dozens of bars. Different dining alternatives await you throughout the day.
Day 6 At Sea
During this period at sea, MSC Fantasia will offer you many alternatives. Those who wish can make use of the ship's open and indoor pools, jacuzzis and sunbathing areas. Those who wish can shop at duty-free stores, try their luck in casinos, or benefit from different music and entertainment performed in dozens of bars. Different dining alternatives await you throughout the day.
Day 7 Katakolon (Olympia)
MSC FANTASIA will arrive at the port of Katakolon at 07:00. After breakfast, our passengers will have personal time to visit here. Our passengers who disembark in Katakolon are greeted by Praxitelli and Kondily, the city's most famous streets. Then, our passengers who will spend time in Katakolon are recommended to visit Pontikokastro (Pontikon Castle is here and this castle is one of the historical architectural works from the Byzantine period), Skafidia Monastery and the Mercouri Factory. Those who want to spend time in the clear waters of the Greek beaches are advised to go to Spinaza Beach or Katakolo Beach. For those who want to go to the Ancient City Center of Olympia, there is a distance of 35 kilometers, and minibuses to there depart from Katakolon. Olympia, which is on the UNESCO World Heritage List, is a famous city known for being the center of the Olympic Games held in the name of Zeus, the chief god of Ancient Greece, since 776 B.C. Recommended places to visit in Olympia include the Archaeological Museum, the Archimedes Museum, the Museum of the Ancient Olympic Games and the Nikolopoulos Andritsena Library. Our ship will depart from the port at 15:00 in the evening. Dinner and overnight stay will be on board. Then, those who wish can shop at duty-free stores, try their luck in casinos, or benefit from different music and entertainment performed in dozens of bars. Different dining alternatives await you throughout the day.
Day 8 Athens/Piraeus
Arrival in Athens/Piraeus at 08:00; Piraeus is a lovely port of the capital Athens, a beautiful city with charming small hotels. In Athens, the Pantheon, the strongest symbol of the Ancient Greek Civilizations, is located on the Acropolis. Lower down, in Plaka, where taverns and shopping centers are located, it is possible to catch the rhythm of the day and night. Our ship will depart from the port at 18:00 in the evening. Dinner and overnight stay will be on board. Then, those who wish can shop at duty-free stores, try their luck in casinos, or benefit from different music and entertainment performed in dozens of bars. Different dining alternatives await you throughout the day.
Day 9 Kuşadası
MSC FANTASIA will arrive at the port of Kuşadası at 07.00. After breakfast, our passengers will have personal time to visit here. Kuşadası, a district of the Aydın province in Turkey, is one of the first places that comes to mind when summer vacation is mentioned. Historical places recommended to visit in Kuşadası include the Ancient City of Ephesus, Güvercinada Castle, Sevda Hill, and Öküz Mehmet Pasha Caravanserai. In addition, our passengers can visit Kuşadası Bazaar to see iconic places, shop for souvenirs, and have the opportunity to eat traditional Turkish dishes.
In addition, guests who want to enjoy the sparkling sea of the Aegean should visit Güzelçamlı Venus Beach, Kuştur Beach or Sevgi Beach. Our ship will depart from the port at 15:00 in the evening. Dinner and overnight stay will be on board. Then, those who wish can shop at duty-free stores, try their luck in casinos, or benefit from different music and entertainment performed in dozens of bars. Different dining alternatives await you throughout the day.
Day 10 Istanbul
Arrival in Istanbul at 10:00 local time in Turkey. End of our tour.