Day 01 - ISTANBUL AIRPORT – MILANO – SAVONA
After meeting at the Istanbul Airport International Terminal at 03:30, we complete our check-in procedures and then depart for Milano on Turkish Airlines flight TK1873 at 06:55. Upon arrival in Milano at local time 08:40, we transfer to Savona port where the COSTA FASCINOSA ship is docked via our private vehicle. After completing ship check-in and baggage procedures, we settle into our cabins and enjoy free time thereafter. Our guide will organize a briefing session after boarding to introduce you to the ship and our tours; afterwards, you can enjoy the ship until dinner. The ship will depart from the port at 17:30. Dinner and overnight stay on board.
Day 02 - OLBIA – SARDINIA ISLAND
The ship will dock at Olbia port at 08:00 in the morning. After breakfast, we proceed to the "Olbia, Sardinia City Tour" organized by our guide. We head towards Porto Cervo along Costa Smeralda, known for its most beautiful beaches and coves, enjoying scenic views. On the way, we stop at one of the exceptional coves featuring white sands and turquoise waters. After visiting Porto Cervo, where the world's wealthiest individuals have their yachts moored and reside, we also visit Baia Sardinia, home to some of the island's finest beaches, before returning to Olbia. Following the city tour in Olbia, the remaining time can be spent freely in Olbia. The ship will depart from the port at 19:00. Dinner and overnight stay on board.
Day 03 - AT SEA
This day will pass while cruising at sea, during which the ship offers many alternatives. Those who wish can enjoy the ship's open and closed pools, jacuzzis, and sunbathing areas. Others may shop in duty-free stores, try their luck in the casino, or enjoy various music and entertainment offered in dozens of bars. A variety of dining options await you throughout the day. Dinner and overnight stay on board.
Day 04 - VALENCIA
The ship will dock at Valencia port at 09:00 in the morning. In our half-day tour after breakfast, we will visit the Valencia Cathedral, the famous Micalet Bell Tower, Plaza de la Virgen, Basilica de la Virgen de los Desamparados (Basilica of Our Lady of the Forsaken), Plaça de Reina (Queen's Square), La Lonja de la Seda (Silk Exchange) which is a masterpiece of late Gothic architecture used for silk trade, Mercado Central (covered market) one of the liveliest spots in the region, the Town Hall, and El Edificio de Correos (Post Office Building), an elegant eclectic building. The ship will depart from the port at 20:00. Dinner and overnight stay on board.
Day 05 - IBIZA
The ship will dock at Ibiza port at 12:00 in the morning. After breakfast, there is free time for personal activities. Guests who wish can take information from our guide to swim in Ibiza's magnificent beaches, go shopping, and dine. The ship will depart at 03:00 at night. Dinner and overnight stay on board.
Day 06 - PALMA DE MALLORCA
The ship will depart from Ibiza port at 03:00 at night.
The ship will dock at Palma De Mallorca port at 09:00. After breakfast, we proceed to the "Palma De Mallorca City Tour & Valdamossa & Frederic Chopin Museum Tour" organized by our guide. This full-day tour begins by getting acquainted with Palma de Mallorca, a tourism paradise with a population of 300,000. Among the places to visit are Bellver Castle dating back to the 14th century, the famous Palma Cathedral from the 13th century, and nearby Almudania Palace viewed from the outside. After viewing the historic Arena, considered the symbol of the city, panoramically, we will head towards Valdemossa located in the southwest of the island, also known as Moses' Valley. During our tour of the magnificent village of Valldemosa, which was used as a summer residence by kings during the Middle Ages and served as a resting place for monks, this will be our next stop. By getting to know this area and taking plenty of photos, we will have the opportunity to understand the soul of the island. Additionally, we will visit the monastery in Valdamossa, the most important part, where the world-french composer Chopin and writer George Sand created their finest works, witnessing their emotional stories here. Return to the ship after the tour. The ship will depart from the port at 16:00 in the evening. Dinner and overnight stay on board.
Day 07 - LA SEYNE – ST. TROPEZ
The ship will dock at St. Tropez port at 12:00 in the morning. In this full-day tour, we head towards Cannes, the heart of cinema and a jet-set city, located about an hour away, enjoying the magnificent views of the French Riviera. Along the way, we visit Grasse, the perfume capital of France and the world, where shopping can be done. We continue to Cannes. After the Cannes city tour, there is free time for lunch and shopping in the city. After touring the city, we return to St Tropez and tour it. The remaining time will be spent freely in St Tropez. The ship will depart from the port at 20:00. Dinner and overnight stay on board.
Day 08 - SAVONA – TORINO AIRPORT – ISTANBUL AIRPORT
The ship will dock at Savona port at 09:00 in the morning. After breakfast, we complete our ship disembarkation procedures and then leave the ship. We proceed to Torino Airport via our private vehicle waiting for us at the port. After arriving at the airport and completing check-in and passport procedures, we depart for Istanbul on Turkish Airlines flight TK1312 at 18:50. We arrive at Istanbul Airport at local time 22:45. End of our tour.
TOUR ROUTE
DAY 01 - SAVONA - ITALY | ARRIVAL: - | DEPARTURE: 17:30
DAY 02 - OLBIA / SARDINIA ISLAND - ITALY | ARRIVAL: 08:00 | DEPARTURE: 19:00
DAY 03 - AT SEA - - | ARRIVAL: - | DEPARTURE: -
DAY 04 - VALENCIA - SPAIN | ARRIVAL: 09:00 | DEPARTURE: 20:00
DAY 05 - IBIZA - SPAIN | ARRIVAL: 12:00 | DEPARTURE: 03:00
DAY 06 - PALMA DE MALLORCA - SPAIN | ARRIVAL: 09:00 | DEPARTURE: 16:00
DAY 07 - LA SEYNE / ST. TROPEZ - FRANCE | ARRIVAL: 12:00 | DEPARTURE: 20:00
DAY 08 - SAVONA - ITALY | ARRIVAL: 09:00 | DEPARTURE: -
Flight tickets in economy class between Istanbul Airport – Rome – Istanbul Airport with Turkish Airlines.
7 nights 8 days full board accommodation in the selected cabin category on the COSTA FASCINOSA ship.
All LAND TOURS specified in the program.
Service fees. Approximately 11€ per person per day.
Costa My Drinks beverage package.
Airport and port taxes.
Transfers between Airport – Port – Airport.
Professional Turkish tour leader service. (Regardless of the number of participants).
Morning, lunch, dinner meals and snacks on board the ship.
Entertainment and shows on board the ship.
Access to the fitness & sports center.
Mandatory travel insurance (professional liability insurance).
Travel health insurance (100% deductible applies for guests over 70 years old).
✗ Healthcare services. / Personal expenses.
✗ Domestic connecting flights.
✗ Required visa fees.
✗ Exit fee from Turkey (You can pay this at relevant banks or the treasury counter at the airport).
✗ Drinks not included in the My Drinks beverage package.
ABOUT MY DRINKS BEVERAGE PACKAGE
This package is offered for guests who prefer alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages throughout the day, enjoy aperitifs, and especially savor cocktails after meals.
Pack contents:
Coffee, cappuccino, and hot beverages
Non-alcoholic drinks
Draft beer
Aperitifs and vermouth
All cocktails except molecular, solid, and premium cocktails
Premium spirits and whiskies
All liqueurs and bitters
Selected wines served by the glass
Soda water
One 0.5 L bottled water per adult guest per day (available at any bar on board; minibar not included)
NOTE:
Prestigious brands and items in the cabin minibar are not included in the package.
The package must be purchased by all guests traveling under the same reservation number and/or staying in the same cabin.
The package offered for young guests aged 4-17 does not include alcoholic beverages.
The package can be used at all bars on board. It is not valid in themed restaurants (such as Archipelago and Steak House).
CANCELLATION AND REFUND TERMS
BASED ON THE TOTAL AMOUNT, CALCULATED FROM THE DATE OF BOOKING;
60 days prior: 15% per person
59 to 30 days: 25%
29 to 15 days: 75%
14 to 0 days: 100%
GENERAL INFORMATION
FLIGHT & ITINERARY INFORMATION
The flights specified in the program have been obtained from the relevant airline and cruise company. Our agency is not responsible for any changes that may occur in the schedules. Therefore, our agency reserves the right to make changes to the program due to any schedule changes.
If deemed necessary, the operating agency reserves the right to change the flight route. For example, a flight route announced as Nice/Lyon for a ship departing from Marseille may be changed to Marseille, or vice versa.
Documents required for visa applications must be obtained within 96 hours. You must request your visa confirmation letters from your agency at least 4 days before your application.
SHIP & RESTAURANT ARRANGEMENTS
Guests are responsible for their own luggage during transfers between the airport and ports, as well as round-trip transfers between the airport and port. No agency representative, guide, or driver has the right to accept luggage custody nor can they be held liable for it.
During the cruise, two of your evening dinners will be formal evenings. All male passengers wishing to dine at these events must wear at least one suit, and female passengers must wear at least one evening gown.
The cruise company and the captain reserve the right to make changes to the itinerary and port times before or during the tour.
The content specified in the program flow is for illustrative purposes only. The operating agency reserves the right to change tour contents.
The restaurant and tables where our group will have dinner during the cruise are generally pre-assigned and numbered according to names, depending on the cruise company. In some cruise companies, seating will be open. On ships with pre-assigned tables, everyone will sit at their assigned table from the first evening dinner until the last. Guests who wish may also have their meals at other restaurants on board, subject to arrangement by the ship's authorized personnel.
ONBOARD PAYMENT & DEPOSIT
During check-in on board, every passenger (only one person per couple) must present a credit card to the ship's reception or pay a cash deposit when collecting their cabin key. As a result of this presentation, an average provisional charge of 300 euros will be applied to each credit card. This is to cover expenses incurred on board after check-in. Your onboard expenses can be paid using magnetic cards provided by the ship's reception. Except for the casino, no cash transactions are allowed anywhere on board. You can view all your expenses via the televisions in your cabins.
The minimum number of participants for all programs is 20 people (10 cabins). If this minimum is not met, the operating agency reserves the right to cancel the tour one month in advance. An alternative program may be offered to the guest.
BAGGAGE & PORT REGULATIONS
At the beginning of our cruise, luggage tags of specific colors will be provided to you along with your cruise ticket for all luggage in our group. These tags must be attached to your luggage at the cruise port.
Your luggage may not reach your cabins until late evening on the first day of departure. This is a situation caused by congestion and crowds, which is the responsibility of the ship. Therefore, it is advisable to pack essential needs for the first day you board into a small handbag and carry them with you.
Strict adherence to the ship's departure times is required. Boarding at ports must be completed at least 60 minutes before the ship's departure time. Otherwise, you may not be able to board. Our agency will not be responsible for such situations.
At the end of our cruise, you must collect your luggage, attach the tags that will be left in your cabins the night before, and place them outside your cabin doors by 00:00. After disembarkation procedures, our group will collect their luggage from the designated station. We kindly request that each guest personally pick up and verify their own luggage.
PASSPORT & VISA INFORMATION
Passports older than 10 years, even if still valid, cannot be used for international travel.
Your passport must have a validity of at least 6 months from the tour end date.
Your passport must not be torn or worn out.
For each program, the relevant visa procedures are the responsibility of the sales agency and the passenger. You can learn which visa is required for the relevant tour from its program.
OTHER MATTERS
All guests must carry their round-trip flight tickets and cruise tickets with them.
We recommend that guests activate their mobile phones for international use.
Cancellation conditions are stated separately in the content of the relevant program for each program.