MSC PRECIOSA WITH NORMANDY & WEST EUROPE & ENGLAND - 2027
Per Person 1,283 €
Tour detail
DAY 01 ISTANBUL AIRPORT – LONDON
Meet at Istanbul Airport International Terminal in front of the Turkish Airlines counter at 04:30. After check-in procedures, we depart to London Heathrow Airport on Turkish Airlines flight TK1981 at 08:05. Upon arrival in London local time at 09:10, transfer to our hotel. Guests who wish can join the additional “Panoramic London City Tour” organized by our guide. During the city tour, we will see London’s world-famous landmarks such as Trafalgar Square, the Houses of Parliament, Big Ben Clock Tower, London Eye, and Tower Bridge. After the tour, transfer back to our hotel. Overnight stay at our London hotel. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
DAY 02 LONDON
Free time after breakfast at the hotel. Those who wish can go on the additional “Harry Potter Warner Bros Studio Tour” organized by our guide. We explore the magical world of Harry Potter, adapted from J.K. Rowling’s famous fantasy series. In this tour, we will enter the Great Hall through the door that opens to a magical world, see set locations such as Platform 9 ¾ of the Hogwarts Express, The Forbidden Forest, Diagon Alley, Professor Sprout’s Greenhouse, potion classes, memory cabinets, Quidditch uniforms, costumes from Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 2, the Chamber of Secrets, Invisibility Cloak, and experience visual effects at Green Screen with SFX & VFX techniques. After the tour, we return to the hotel. Overnight at our London hotel.
DAY 03 LONDON – SOUTHAMPTON
After breakfast, our private bus will take us toward Southampton. Guests who wish can join the additional “Buckingham Palace & Parks Tour” organized by our guide. We first visit Buckingham Palace, the official residence and central seat of the British monarchy. We will have the chance to see the palace and witness the changing of the guard if lucky. Afterwards, we will walk through Hyde Park and St. James's Park, where we can see the statue of Peter Pan and the Diana Memorial Fountain. After the tour, we head towards Southampton. Upon arrival, we check in to the cruise. After settling into our cabins, we have free time. The ship departs from the port at 20:00. Dinner and overnight on the ship.
DAY 04 SEA DAY
On this day at sea, our ship offers various options. Guests can enjoy the outdoor and indoor pools, jacuzzis, and sunbathing areas. Shopping at duty-free shops, trying their luck in the casino, or enjoying music and entertainment at various bars are also available. A range of dining options await you throughout the day. Dinner and overnight onboard.
DAY 05 HAMBURG
Our ship will dock at Kiel port at 07:00. After breakfast, free time. Those who wish can join the additional “Hamburg City Tour” organized by our guide. Hamburg, located at the mouth of the Elbe River, is in northern Germany, separating the North Sea and the Baltic Sea through the Jutland Peninsula. The city center is built around the Binnenalster and Aussenalster lakes. Hamburg has over 2,300 bridges connecting its waterways and is the second-largest port in Europe. It is one of the most important international trade hubs. Hamburg, known as a “Green City,” features many parks and an urban landscape. During the tour, we will see the Hamburg Philharmonic Hall, St. Michaelis Church, Binnenalster and Aussenalster lakes, the Elbe River, the famous Reeperbahn for its nightlife, the Fish Market, the Port area, and the stunning City Hall. After free time for shopping and eating, we return to the ship. The ship departs from Kiel port at 20:00. Dinner and overnight onboard.
DAY 06 SEA DAY
On this day at sea, our ship offers many alternative activities. Guests can enjoy the pools, jacuzzis, and sun decks, shop at duty-free stores, try their luck in the casino, or enjoy music and entertainment at various bars. A variety of dining options are available throughout the day. Dinner and overnight onboard.
DAY 07 ZEEBRUGGE
Our ship will dock at Brugge port at 07:00. After breakfast, free time for shopping and personal activities. Brugge, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site and European Capital of Culture, has remained largely unaffected by wars through the ages, which has preserved its historic charm. Upon arrival, we get off the bus at Zand Square and take a short walk to the famous Market Square. Along the route, see swan-filled canals, St. John’s Hospital, Gruuthuse, Fish Market, and Monasteries. At the Market Square, we will see the Belfry, Guild Houses, and Provincial Building, followed by free time. During free time, you can buy lace, chocolates, souvenirs from shops or enjoy Belgian cuisine at local restaurants. Brugge is renowned for its seafood. After exploring Brugge, we move on to Ghent city for a walking tour. Then, we reboard our cruise ship at the Brugge port. The ship departs at 18:00. Dinner and overnight onboard.
DAY 08 ROTTERDAM
Our ship will dock at Rotterdam port at 07:00. After breakfast, free time for shopping and personal activities. Rotterdam, known as the architectural capital of the Netherlands, is a city with diverse urban faces and a major port on the North Sea. It is the second-largest city after Amsterdam, with a rich maritime and art scene, leading in innovative architecture. During the tour, we will see the Erasmus Bridge, the Wilhelmina Pier, the Cube Houses inspired by Florence's Ponte Vecchio, the Metro, and other notable sites. The Hague (Den Haag), known as The Hague, is home to the Dutch government, parliament, Supreme Court, and numerous international institutions such as the International Court of Justice and the International Criminal Court. Highlights include the Binnenhof, the oldest parliament building in Europe, the Peace Palace, and the Royal Palace in these cities. After free time for shopping and dining, we return to the ship. The ship departs from Rotterdam at 17:00. Dinner and overnight onboard.
DAY 09 LE HAVRE
Our ship will dock at Le Havre port at 10:00. After breakfast, free time for shopping and personal activities. Guests who wish can join the additional “Honfleur & Dauville Tour” organized by our guide. We head to Honfleur, a charming small harbor city in Lower Normandy, famous for its apples and Calvados. Honfleur was favored by artists like Monet, Boudin, and Courbet due to its beautiful light. The town features old houses, the Lieutenance building, the 15th-century Sainte Catherine Church made of wood, and ancient salt warehouses. After exploring Honfleur, we visit Deauville, a chic French seaside resort known for its beaches, colorful beach huts, and promenade. It became popular in the early 20th century with Coco Chanel and the elite, and retains its charm. After touring Deauville, we return to Le Havre, a city rebuilt after WWII with a UNESCO World Heritage designation. The ship departs at 21:30 from Le Havre. Dinner and overnight on the ship.
DAY 10 SOUTHAMPTON – LONDON – ISTANBUL AIRPORT
Our ship docks at Southampton port at 07:00. After breakfast, disembarkation and transfer to the airport. After passport and baggage procedures, we fly to Istanbul with Turkish Airlines flight TK1998 at 17:05. Arrival in Istanbul at 00:05 local time. End of our tour.
What's included
- Economy class flights between Istanbul Airport – London – Istanbul Airport with Turkish Airlines.
- 7 nights and 8 days full-board accommodation on the MSC PREZIOSA cruise ship in the preferred cabin category.
- Airport and port taxes.
- Airport – Port – Airport transfers.
- 2 nights hotel accommodation in England.
- Experienced Turkish-speaking Tour Leader Service. (If the group has at least 15 people)
- Breakfast, lunch, dinner, and intermediate snacks on the cruise.
- Entertainment and shows on the ship.
- Fitness & Sports center usage.
- Mandatory travel insurance (professional liability insurance).
- Travel security package (includes cancellation). 100% surcharge applies for guests over 70 years old.
Not included
Service charges. Approximately €12 per person per day (to be paid during the reservation).
All land tours specified in the program.
Medical services / Personal expenses.
All drinks on the ship.
Domestic connecting flights.
Required visa fee.
Overseas exit fee (can be paid to the relevant banks or at the airport tax office).
Need to Know
CANCELLATION AND RETURN CONDITIONS
• CALCULATED BASED ON THE TOTAL AMOUNT*
As of the reservation date; up to 180 days before stay, 10% per person / 179-150 days 15% / 149-120 days 25% / 119-90 days 30% / 89-60 days 50% / 59-45 days 60% / 44-30 days 75% / 29-10 days 90% / less than 9 days 100%