MSC PRECIOSA WITH NORMANDY & WESTERN EUROPE & ENGLAND - 2027

01.DAY ISTANBUL AIRPORT – LONDON We will meet at Istanbul Airport International Terminal in front of the Turkish Airlines counter at 04:30. After check-in procedures, we will depart for London Heathrow Airport with Turkish Airlines flight TK1981 at 08:05. Upon arrival in London local time at 09:10, we will transfer to our hotel. Those who wish can join our guide for the extra-organized "London Panoramic City" tour. During the city tour, many tourist spots will be visited, including London's world-famous symbols such as Trafalgar Square, the Houses of Parliament, Big Ben, the London Eye, and Tower Bridge. After the tour, we will transfer back to our hotel. Overnight stay at our hotel in London. Dinner and overnight at the hotel. 02.DAY LONDON Time for breakfast at the hotel and free time. Those who wish can join our guide for the extra-organized "Harry Potter Warner Bros Studio" tour. We will explore the world of Harry Potter, based on J.K. Rowling's famous book series. During this tour, we will experience the magic world by opening the Great Hall, visiting Platform 9¾, The Forbidden Forest, Diagon Alley, Professor Sprout’s Greenhouse, potion classes, memory cabins, Quidditch uniforms, and costumes used in Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 2, such as the final scene with Harry, Ginny, Ron, and Hermione. We will also see the door to the Chamber of Secrets, the Invisibility Cloak, visual effects scenes with Green Screen, and more. After the tour, we return to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel in London. 03.DAY LONDON – SOUTHAMPTON After breakfast, we will depart for Southampton with our private bus. Those interested can join our guide for the extra-organized "Buckingham Palace & Parks Tour." We will first visit Buckingham Palace, the official residence and center of the British monarchy, where we can observe the guards and mounted police patrols, and if lucky, witness the Changing of the Guard ceremony. Then, we will walk through London's famous sights, including Hyde Park and St. James's Park, where Diana's Memorial Fountain and Peter Pan Statue are located. After the tour, we will head to Southampton. Upon arrival, we will check-in to the ship. After settling into our cabins, free time will be available. Our ship departs from the port at 20:00. Dinner and overnight on board. 04.DAY SEA PASSAGE This day will be spent at sea, and our ship will offer many alternatives. Guests can enjoy the outdoor and indoor pools, hot tubs, sunbathing areas, or shop duty-free stores. They can try their luck at the casino or enjoy live music and entertainment at various bars. Delicious meals will be available throughout the day. Dinner and overnight at sea. 05.DAY HAMBURG Our ship will dock at Kiel port at 07:00. After breakfast, free time will be available. Those interested can join the extra-organized "Hamburg City Tour." Hamburg is located at the confluence of the Elbe, Alster, and Bille rivers and is Germany’s second-largest city after Berlin. Known for its numerous bridges (over 2,300), Hamburg boasts one of Europe's largest ports, an international trade hub, and a verdant city with many parks. During the tour, sights such as the Hamburg Philharmonic Hall, St. Michaelis Church, Inner and Outer Alster lakes, Elbe River, the Reeperbahn (Red Light District), Fischmarkt (Fish Market), harbor area, and the majestic City Hall will be visited. Free time for shopping and dining follows. Return to the ship, which will depart from Kiel port at 20:00. Dinner and overnight on board. 06.DAY SEA PASSAGE Another day at sea with various options for entertainment. Guests can use the pools, relax in sunbathing areas, shop duty-free, try their luck in the casino, or enjoy music and entertainment in numerous bars. Meals will be served throughout the day. Dinner and overnight at sea. 07.DAY ZEEBRUGGE Our ship will dock at Brugge port at 07:00. After breakfast, free time for shopping and personal activities. Brugge is a UNESCO World Heritage site and European Capital of Culture, and has remained largely unaffected by wars throughout history. We will disembark at Zand Square, walk to the famous Market Square, and see the channels with swans, St. Jean Hospital, Grotus, Fish Market, and Monasteries. Highlights include Belfry Tower, Guild Houses, and Provincial Buildings. During free time, guests can purchase lace, chocolates, souvenirs, and enjoy Belgian cuisine, especially seafood. After sightseeing, we will proceed to Ghent. Upon arrival, a walking tour will be conducted. Then, we will return to the ship docked at Brugge port. The ship will leave in the evening at 18:00. Dinner and overnight on board. 08.DAY ROTTERDAM Our ship will dock at Rotterdam port at 07:00. After breakfast, free time for shopping and personal activities. Rotterdam is known for its architecture and is the second-largest city in the Netherlands after Amsterdam, featuring a distinctive modern skyline, lively harbor, and cultural venues. Interested guests can join the extra-organized "Rotterdam - The Hague City Tour." Rotterdam's name derives from the Rotte River and is a major port, the largest in Europe. It features innovative architecture, including the Erasmus Bridge, the Old Port, Cube Houses inspired by Florence’s Ponte Vecchio, and the Witte Huis. The city also hosts the leading political and judicial institutions in The Hague, such as the International Court of Justice, International Criminal Court, Binnenhof Parliament, and Peace Palace. The city combines media, politics, art, and history. Return to the ship, which departs from Rotterdam at 17:00. Dinner and overnight on board. 09.DAY LE HAVRE Our ship will dock at Le Havre port at 10:00. After breakfast, free time for shopping and exploring. Those interested can join the extra-organized "Honfleur & Deauville Tour." Honfleur, famous for its picturesque harbor and numerous artists like Monet and Boudin, is a charming town with medieval charm. Visitors can explore Saint Catherine Church, the Lieutenance, old warehouses, and narrow streets. Afterward, we will visit Deauville, renowned for its beaches, colorful cabins, luxury boutiques, and historical casinos. It's a stylish seaside resort, popular among the elite. After sightseeing, we return to Le Havre. The ship will depart at 21:30. Dinner and overnight on board. 10.DAY SOUTHAMPTON – LONDON – ISTANBUL AIRPORT Our ship will dock at Southampton port at 07:00. After breakfast, disembarkation procedures are completed, followed by transfer to the airport. After passport and luggage procedures, we will fly back to Istanbul with Turkish Airlines flight TK1998 at 17:05. Arrival in Istanbul at 00:05 local time. End of the tour.