COSTA FASCINOSA WITH WESTERN MEDITERRANEAN & CEBELITARIK & PORTUGAL - 2026

Tour details
COSTA FASCINOSA with THE WESTERN MEDITERRANEAN & GIBRALTAR & PORTUGAL & MOROCCO
Day 1 ISTANBUL AIRPORT – MILAN - SAVONA
Meet at Istanbul Airport at 03:30 AM at the International Arrivals terminal. Then, departure to Milan with Turkish Airlines flight TK1873 at 08:15. Arrival in Milan at 09:05 local time, followed by transfer to the port of Savona, where our cruise ship COSTA FASCINOSA will be departing. After check-in and passport procedures, settle into your cabin and enjoy free time. The ship departs from the port at 17:30. Dinner and overnight on the ship.
 
Day 2 BARCELONA
Our ship will dock at Barcelona port at 14:30 in the afternoon. After breakfast in the morning, enjoy free time for personal activities. Guests who wish can join the "Barcelona City Tour" organized as an optional guided tour. Starting with our exclusive bus at the port, we will see La Rambla Street, Cristoforo Colombo Monument, Maremagnum Marina, Barceloneta Beach, Olympic area and port, Plaza Catalunya, Paseo de Gracia street with Gaudi’s house museums, and the iconic Sagrada Familia. During the tour, we will also visit Montjuic Hill for panoramic views and photos. After free time for shopping, we will return to our ship. It departs from the port at 19:30. Dinner and overnight on the ship.
 
Day 3 SEA DAY
Today, while at sea, our ship offers many options. Guests can enjoy the outdoor and indoor pools, jacuzzis, sunbathing areas. Others can shop at the duty-free shops, try their luck in the casino, or enjoy live music and entertainment at numerous bars. A variety of dining options will also be available throughout the day. Dinner and overnight on the ship.
 
Day 4 GIBRALTAR
Our ship will dock at Gibraltar port at 07:00 in the morning. After breakfast, enjoy free time for personal activities and shopping. Optional "Gibraltar Discovery Tour & St. Michael’s Cave & Monkey Park" tours are available with our guides. After disembarking, we will visit the iconic "Rock of Gibraltar" by vehicle, then explore St. Michael’s Cave, an impressive natural formation of stalacts and stalagmites. Afterwards, observe the Barbary macaques in their natural habitat. We will then stop at a panoramic viewpoint, where the crossing between Europe and Africa can be seen, and enjoy the stunning views of the Strait of Gibraltar. After returning from the cave, we will walk through the city center along Main Street for shopping and a coffee break. Return to the ship. The ship departs from port at 13:00. Dinner and overnight on the ship.
 
Day 5 LISBON
Our ship will dock at Lisbon port at 10:00 in the morning. After breakfast, enjoy free time for personal activities and shopping. Optional "Lisbon City Tour" is available. We will visit Belem area where you can try the famous Belem custard tarts. The tour includes visits to Jeronimos Monastery, Belem Tower, and the Discoveries Monument. We will also take a short walk through the historic Alfama district, known for its narrow streets and traditional houses. After the tour, return to the ship. The ship departs from the port at 14:00. Dinner and overnight on the ship.
 
Day 6 LISBON
After breakfast, enjoy free time for personal activities and shopping. Optional "Cabo de Roca & Sintra & Cascais Tour" is available as an extra activity. We will visit the westernmost point of Europe, Cabo de Roca, known as the "End of the Earth," with impressive views and oceanic waves. Afterwards, we will go to Sintra, where Portugal’s royal palaces are located, including the Pena Palace and the Moorish Castle, for photos and sightseeing. After completing the tour, return to the ship before it departs at 14:00 in the afternoon. Dinner and overnight on the ship.
 
Day 7 CADIZ
Our ship will dock at Cadiz port at 10:00 in the morning. After breakfast, enjoy free time for personal activities. Optional "Seville & Cadiz Tour" is available. We will go to Seville, one of southern Spain's most important cities. On our panoramic city tour, we will visit the historic Cathedral built on the site of the former mosque, the Alcazar palace, the 13th-century Torre del Oro, and the Santa Cruz district. After the tour, return to Cadiz and explore briefly before returning to the ship. The ship departs from the port at 20:00. Dinner and overnight onboard.
 
Day 8 MALAGA
Our ship will dock at Malaga port at 07:00 in the morning. After breakfast, enjoy free time. Guests may join the "Malaga City Tour" as an optional. Malaga, the fifth-largest city in Spain, famed for its sunny weather, vibrant nightlife, exquisite seafood restaurants, and rich cultural history, is the center of Andalusia. We will visit Gibralfaro Castle, the Cathedral, the Alcazaba Palace, and the Alameda Park. Afterwards, we will head to Mijas, a traditional Andalusian village famous for its whitewashed houses, donkey taxis, and scenic views. Return to the ship. The ship departs from Malaga port at 16:00. Dinner and overnight onboard.
 
Day 9 SEA DAY
Today at sea, many activities are available. Guests can enjoy pools, jacuzzis, sunbathing areas, shop duty-free, try their luck in the casino, and listen to live music and entertainment in various bars. A variety of dining options will be available throughout the day. Dinner and overnight onboard.
 
Day 10 MARSEILLE / AIX EN PROVENCE
Our ship will dock at Marseille port at 07:00 in the morning. After breakfast, guests may join the optional "Marseille & Aix en Provence Tour." We will visit the famous Notre Dame de la Garde Cathedral, with panoramic views over the city and the sea. Then, we will explore the historic Old Town, the Charles de Gaulle Square, the old port, and local markets. Approximately 40 minutes away is Aix-en-Provence, known for its Romanesque Saint Saviour’s Cathedral and charming streets. After the tour, return to the ship before 18:00. Dinner and overnight onboard.
 
Day 11 SAVONA – MILAN - ISTANBUL AIRPORT
Our ship will dock at Savona port at 08:30 in the morning. After breakfast, disembark and transfer to Milan Airport with our private vehicle. Upon arrival, check-in and passport procedures, then return to Istanbul with Turkish Airlines flight TK1876 at 18:35. Arrival at Istanbul Airport at 23:40 local time. End of our tour.
What's included
- Economy class flights between Istanbul Airport – Milan – Istanbul Airport with Turkish Airlines. - 10 nights and 11 days full-board accommodation on the COSTA FASCINOSA ship in the preferred cabin category. - Airport and port taxes (€690). - Transfers between the airport, port, and airport. - Experienced Turkish-speaking tour leadership service. - Breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snack meals on the ship. - Entertainment and shows on the ship. - Use of the fitness & sports center. - Travel insurance package (includes cancellation and visa denial). 100% surcharge applies for guests over 70 years old. - Compulsory travel insurance (professional liability insurance).
Not included
Service fees. Approximately €11 per person daily (paid on the ship). All land tours specified in the program. Healthcare services / Personal expenses. All drinks on board. Domestic connection flights. Necessary visa fee. A MULTI-ENTRY SCHENGEN visa is required for this program. A UK visa is not required for Gibraltar. Outbound exit fee (can be paid at the relevant banks or at the customs treasury at the airport).
Need to Know
The flights listed in the program are obtained from the respective airline and Cruises company. Our agency is not responsible for any changes that may occur in the departure times. Therefore, our agency reserves the right to make changes to the program due to any schedule modifications. The operation agency reserves the right to change the flight route if deemed necessary. For example, it may alter the announced flight route from Nice/Lyon to Marseille or vice versa for a ship departing from Marseille. Visa application documents are prepared within 96 hours. It is necessary to request your visa confirmation letters from your agency at least 4 days before your application. Guests are responsible for their belongings during airport and port transfers. No agency staff, guide, or driver has the authority to accept luggage on behalf of guests, nor can they be held responsible for any issues. Two of the dinners on the cruise are official evening meals, and male guests are required to wear at least one suit, while female guests must have at least one evening gown. The cruise company and captain reserve the right to change the route and port schedules before or during the tour. The activities listed in the program are for illustrative purposes only. The operation agency reserves the right to modify the tour content. On the ship, the restaurant reservations and seating arrangements are generally predetermined and numbered according to names, based on the cruise line. Some ships may have open seating. Guests assigned to specific tables will sit there from the first to the last dinner unless they choose to dine at other restaurants, subject to the ship’s staff arrangements. During check-in, every passenger (including one per couple) must present their credit card or deposit cash at the cruise reception to receive cabin keys. An authorization of approximately 300 euros will be held on the card, covering onboard expenses during the voyage. All payments in the ship’s facilities (except the casino) will be made using magnetic cards provided by the reception. Cash payments are not accepted anywhere except the casino. Expenses can be tracked through the TV in your cabin. Before the cruise departs, luggage tags in different colors will be provided to all guests. These tags must be attached to your luggage at the port. Luggage may not reach cabins until late on the first night of departure. This is due to high occupancy and is under the responsibility of the ship. It is advisable to keep essential items for the first day in a small hand luggage bag. It is crucial to adhere to the ship’s departure times. Boarding should be completed at least 60 minutes before the scheduled departure. Late arrivals may not be allowed to board, and our agency will not be responsible in such cases. At the end of the cruise, guests should collect their luggage by attaching the pre-distributed tags and leaving the cabins by 00:00. After disembarkation, guests are requested to personally verify and collect their luggage at the designated station. Passports older than 10 years are generally not accepted for international travel even if they are valid. Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the end date of the tour. Passports must be intact, with no tears or damage. Visa procedures for each program are the responsibility of the sales agency and the passenger. The necessary visa types can be learned from the respective tour’s itinerary. All guests must carry their flight tickets and ship tickets with them. We recommend that guests activate their international roaming on their mobile phones. Typically, on ships, the currency used is either Euro or USD, depending on the region of navigation. You can deposit cash or credit card deposits into your room account through automated machines available on the ship. The minimum participation number for all tours is 20 people (10 cabins). If this number is not met, the operation agency reserves the right to cancel the tour at least one month in advance and may offer an alternative program. Cancellation conditions are specified separately within each program’s details. Guests who verbally abuse or physically assault the ship’s crew during the cruise will be expelled from the ship by the captain.