MSC EURIBIA WITH SCANDINAVIA & NORWAY FARES - HOLY SACRIFICE FEAST - THY - 2026

Tour details
DAY 1 ISTANBUL AIRPORT – HAMBURG – KIEL
We meet at Istanbul Airport international terminal at 04:30, complete check-in procedures, then depart on Turkish Airlines flight TK1661 at 07:00 to Hamburg. After arriving in Hamburg at 09:10 local time, transfer to our ship at Kiel port. After check-in and baggage procedures on MSC EURIBIA, settle into your cabins and then enjoy free time. Our guide will hold a briefing after the ship's entry to introduce the ship and our tours, after which you can enjoy the ship until dinner. Our ship will depart from the port at 19:00. Dinner and overnight on board the ship.
DAY 2 COPENHAGEN
Our ship will dock at Copenhagen port at 08:00 in the morning. After breakfast, free time for personal activities. Guests wishing to join the optional “Copenhagen City Tour & Canal Tour” organized by our guide can do so. Denmark's capital, Copenhagen, is located on Zealand, the country's largest island. The Amalienborg Palace in the city center, still inhabited by the royal family, is renowned. Copenhagen, one of the cities with the highest living standards in Europe, also has a vibrant nightlife. Our city tour includes the symbol of Copenhagen, ‘The Little Mermaid,’ Amalienborg, Christiansborg and Rosenborg Palaces, Gefion Fountain, Tivoli Gardens, Özerk Hippie Neighborhood, and ‘Christiana.’ Afterwards, enjoy a 1-hour boat tour at Nyhavn (New Harbor), bringing us to the heart of Copenhagen. Return to our ship. The ship will depart at 18:00 from the port. Dinner and overnight on board.
DAY 3 SEA PASSAGE
This day, while at sea, our ship will offer many alternatives. Those interested can benefit from the open and indoor pools, jacuzzis, sunbathing areas. Visitors can shop from duty-free stores, try their luck in the casino, or enjoy live music and entertainment in various bars. A variety of meals will be available throughout the day.
DAY 4 HELLA/GEIRANGER
Our ship will dock at Hellesylt port at 09:00 in the morning. After breakfast, free time for personal activities.
Guests wishing can join the optional “Hellesylt & Geiranger Tour” organized by our guide. The two charming villages at the end of Storfjord's fork. Historically used as postal ports in the north, today they are among Norway’s most popular cruise ports, visited by approximately 180 ships annually due to limited overland access. We will start our tour by greeting the Hellesylt Waterfall… Once known as the northern postal route, now a tourism center. First, we visit the Hellesylt fjord and take photos of the fjord. Our first stop is the Hamile Stone and the old stone bridge from the 1800s. Then, we head to Hornindal Lake, Norway’s deepest lake, and take a break. After that, we visit Stryn, one of the region’s most lively towns, where the royal family often comes for fishing. After seeing the stone bridge in Stryn, there’ll be free time for shopping, coffee, and dining. Next, we visit Dalsnibba Mountain at 1476 meters height, with spectacular views from the terrace if weather permits. Afterward, we stop at Flydal Viewpoint to photograph Geiranger Fjord. Return to the ship. Dinner and overnight on board. Our ship departs at 21:00 from the port.
DAY 5 ÅLESUND
Our ship will dock at Ålesund port at 07:00 in the morning. After breakfast, free time for personal activities. Ålesund, built at the top of the West Fjord region of Norway, is a picturesque town spreading over several islands with Sunnmøre Mountains in the background and extending toward the Atlantic. Although much of the town was destroyed by fire in the early 20th century, Ålesund has been rebuilt with exquisite Art Nouveau (Jugendstil) architecture. Guests wishing can join the optional “Trollstigen & Ålesund Panoramic Tour.” The bus will take you from the meeting point through the beautiful countryside outside Ålesund to the land of trolls. The region of Møre og Romsdal is particularly known for its furniture industry. The route from Sjøholt through Storfjord will take you to Valldal, famous for strawberries, via scenic stops at Stordal and the 1789 Gål Church. Then, enjoy the stunning Gudbrandsjuvet, a narrow gorge 5m wide and 20-25m deep. Walk across the bridge over the canyon for a spectacular view. From here, the bus will head to Reinheimen national park and Trollstigen mountain pass. Enjoy the breathtaking scenery of the Troll Road (Trollstigen), featuring the King, Queen, and Bishop mountains, and the Stigfossen waterfall. Driving down the fierce switchbacks of Trollstigen, with confidence from our experienced driver. There will be an additional photo stop at the base of Stigfossen for the best views. Next, visit Troll Wall, Europe’s tallest vertical rock face. After this, return to Ålesund for a panoramic city tour. Return to our ship after the tour. The ship will depart at 17:00 from the port. Dinner and overnight onboard the ship.
DAY 6 FLÅM
Our ship will dock at Flåm port at 07:00 in the morning. After breakfast, free time for personal activities. Guests wishing can join the optional “Magnificent Flam Fjord & Gudvangen & Tvinde Waterfall Tour.” After breakfast on board, our scenic tour begins at the famous Tvindefossen Waterfall, known as the twin waterfalls in Norwegian. Next, we visit Gudvangen, meaning 'meeting place of the gods,' a bay known for its stunning scenery. Here, we will also visit Stegastein viewpoint for spectacular views. The tour continues at Grimsetelvi, enjoying the natural scenery. Returning to Flam, you’ll have time for shopping, including duty-free stores where you can purchase Norwegian winter jackets, Omega-3 fish oils, and other souvenirs. Return to the ship in the evening. Dinner and overnight on board. The ship departs at 18:00 from the port.
DAY 7 SEA PASSAGE
While at sea today, our ship offers many alternatives. Guests can enjoy the indoor and outdoor pools, jacuzzis, sunbathing decks. Shopping in duty-free shops, trying luck in the casino, or enjoying live music and entertainment in various bars. A variety of meals will be available throughout the day.
DAY 8 KIEL/HAMBURG – ISTANBUL AIRPORT
Our ship will dock at Kiel port at 09:00 in the morning. After breakfast, disembarkation procedures are completed. Our vehicle will then take us to Hamburg Airport. Guests wishing can join the optional “Hamburg City Tour.” Hamburg, located in northern Germany on the southern tip of the Jutland Peninsula, separates the North Sea and Baltic Sea. The city center is built around Binnenalster and Aussenalster lakes, with over 2,302 bridges connecting its waterways. Hamburg Port, extending into the North Sea, is the second largest port in Europe and one of the most important international trade hubs. The city is known as one of the “Green Cities” with numerous parks. The tour will include Hamburg Philharmonic Concert Hall, St. Michaelis Church, Binnen and Aussenalster lakes, Elbe River, the St. Pauli Red Light District, Reeperbahn, Fish Market, port area, and the impressive Town Hall. After free time for shopping and dining, we head to the airport, check in, and then fly back to Istanbul with Turkish Airlines flight TK1664 at 18:25. Arrival at Istanbul Airport at 22:40 local time. End of our tour.
What's included
- Economy class flights between Istanbul Airport – Hamburg – Istanbul Airport with Turkish Airlines. - 7-night, 8-day full board accommodation on the MSC EURIBIA ship in the preferred cabin category. - Airport and port taxes (€490). - Airport and port transfers. - Experienced Turkish-speaking Tour Leadership Service. (regardless of the number of participants) - Breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snack service on board. - Entertainment and shows on the ship. - Use of fitness & sports center. - Cancellable Tour Package Travel Insurance (valid up to 30 days before the tour departure date). - Travel security package (covers cancellation and visa denial). 100% surcharge applies to guests over 70 years old. - Mandatory travel insurance (professional liability insurance).
Not included
Service charges. Approximately €12 per person daily (to be paid during reservation). All land tours specified in the program. Health services / Personal expenses. All beverages on board. Domestic connection flights. Required visa fee. A Schengen visa is necessary for this program. Overseas exit fee (can be paid to relevant banks or at the customs office at the airport).
Need to Know
Cancel conditions: From the day of registration; 90 days before departure: per person 15% 89 days - 60 days: 30% 59 days - 30 days: 50% 29 days - 15 days: 70% 14 days or less: 100% The flights specified in the program are provided by the respective airline and cruise company. Any changes in timings are not the responsibility of our agency. Therefore, our agency reserves the right to make changes to the program due to schedule adjustments. The operating agency reserves the right to change the flight routes if deemed necessary. For example, a cruise departing from Marseille may be announced as departing from Nice/Lyon or vice versa. Visa application documents are prepared within 96 hours. You should request your visa confirmation letters from your agency at least 4 days prior to your application. For airport and port transfers, guests are responsible for their belongings. No agency official, guide, or driver is authorized to accept luggage on behalf of guests and cannot be held responsible for such. Two of the dinners during the cruise are formal dinners, requiring men to wear at least one suit jacket and women to have at least one evening gown. The ship company and captain reserve the right to change routes and ports prior to or during the cruise. The content specified in the program flow is for illustrative purposes. The operating agency reserves the right to modify the cruise content. The restaurants and seating arrangements for dinner during the cruise are generally predetermined and numbered according to the ship company's policy, though some ships may have open seating. Guests will sit at designated tables from the first to the last dinner and may also choose to dine at other ship restaurants based on the ship's arrangements. During check-in, each passenger (or only one in couples) must present a credit card or deposit cash for the cabin key at the ship's reception. Approximately €300 will be authorized on each card for onboard expenses. These expenses include drinks and purchases, which can be paid using magnetic cards provided by the ship. No cash transactions are allowed onboard except in the casino. Luggage tags in different colors will be provided for all guests at the start of the cruise; attaching these tags to your luggage is mandatory. Your luggage may not be in your cabin until late on the first day of departure due to high volume and crowding—this is under the responsibility of the ship. It is advisable to carry essentials in a small bag onboard. It is crucial to adhere to the departure times of the ship. Guests must arrive at the port at least 60 minutes before the scheduled departure time; otherwise, boarding may not be possible, and our agency is not responsible for this. At the end of the cruise, luggage should be packed and tagged the night before, left outside the cabins by 00:00. Guests should pick up their luggage at the designated station after disembarkation, ensuring they check and claim their own bags. Passports older than 10 years are generally not accepted for international travel. Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the end date of the cruise. It must be intact and not torn or damaged. Visa procedures are the responsibility of the sales agency and passenger for each program. The required visa type can be learned from the program itinerary. All flight and cruise tickets must be kept by passengers during the entire trip. Passengers are advised to activate international roaming on their mobile phones. On ships, the currencies used are generally Euro or USD, depending on the region. On the first day, automated machines on the ship can accept deposits to your room account via cash or credit card. A minimum participation of 20 people (10 cabins) is required for all programs. If the operational agency cannot gather enough participants, it reserves the right to cancel the tour at least one month in advance and can suggest an alternative program to the passengers. Cancellation conditions are separately detailed in each program’s content. Guests who assault or verbally abuse crew members during the cruise will be ejected from the ship by the captain.