Day 01 - ISTANBUL AIRPORT – MILAN – SAVONA
We meet at Istanbul Airport International Terminal at 03:30, complete our check-in procedures, and then depart for Milan on Turkish Airlines flight TK1873 at 06:55. Upon arrival in Milan at local time 08:40, we transfer to the port of Savona where the COSTA FASCINOSA is docked via our private vehicle. After completing ship check-in and baggage procedures, we settle into our cabins and have free time. Our guide will organize a meeting after boarding to introduce you to the ship and our tours; thereafter, you can enjoy the ship until dinner. The ship departs 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, which features some of the most beautiful beaches and coves of Sardinia, enjoying scenic views. On the way, we stop at one of the exceptional coves with white sands and turquoise waters. After visiting Porto Cervo, known as the place where the world's wealthiest individuals anchor their yachts and reside, we also visit Baia Sardinia, home to some of the island's finest beaches, before returning to Olbia. After 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 use the ship's open and closed pools, jacuzzis, and sunbathing areas. Others can 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 are waiting for 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, the places to be visited include 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), 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 the magnificent beaches of Ibiza, go shopping, and eat. The ship will depart from Ibiza port at 03:00 at night.
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 introducing you to 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 the nearby Almudania Palace viewed from the outside. Then, 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 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-famous French composer Chopin and writer George Sand created their best works, witnessing here emotional stories. 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 - MARSEILLE
The ship will dock at Marseille port at 12:00 in the morning. After breakfast, we depart for the "Marseille City Tour & Aix En Provance Tour" organized by our guide. In Marseille, an important maritime city, our tour will begin with a visit to the "Notre Dame de la Garde Cathedral" located on a high hill. Following this visit, some of the places to be seen include Longchamps Fountain, Saint Charles train station, the old town, Hotel de Ville, and the marina area. Later, we will go to Aix-en-Provence, located 40 minutes away from Marseille. Starting with the famous St. Saviour's Cathedral from the 12th century with its Romanesque front facade and covered arched walkway, during our pleasant walk in the old part of the city, you will see the ancient inns located here and the Mazarino quarter designed by the brother of Cardinal Mazarino in the 17th century. The ship will depart from the port at 20:00. Dinner and overnight stay on board.
Day 08 - SAVONA – MILAN – ISTANBUL AIRPORT
The ship will dock at Savona port at 09:00 in the morning. After breakfast, we complete our ship exit procedures and disembark. We then head to Milan Airport via our private vehicle waiting for us at the port. Upon arrival at the airport, after completing check-in and passport procedures, we depart for Istanbul on Turkish Airlines flight TK1876 at 19:45. We arrive at Istanbul Airport at local time 23:40. End of our tour.
TOUR ROUTE
| Day | Port | Country | Arrival | Departure |
| DAY 01 | SAVONA | ITALY | - | 17:30 |
| DAY 02 | OLBIA / SARDINIA ISLAND | ITALY | 08:00 | 19:00 |
| DAY 03 | AT SEA | - | - | - |
| DAY 04 | VALENCIA | SPAIN | 09:00 | 20:00 |
| DAY 05 | IBIZA | SPAIN | 12:00 | 03:00 |
| DAY 06 | PALMA DE MALLORCA | SPAIN | 09:00 | 16:00 |
| DAY 07 | MARSEILLE | FRANCE | 12:00 | 20:00 |
| DAY 08 | SAVONA | ITALY | 09:00 | - |
Flight tickets in economy class between Istanbul Airport – Rome – Istanbul Airport with Turkish Airlines.
7 nights 8 days all-inclusive accommodation in the selected cabin category on the COSTA FASCINOSA cruise ship.
All land tours specified in the program.
Service charges. Approximately €11 per person per day.
Costa My Drinks beverage package.
Airport and port taxes.
Transfers between Airport – Port – Airport.
Professional Turkish-speaking tour leader service. (Regardless of group size)
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 (a 100% deductible applies for guests over 70 years of age).
Healthcare services. / Personal expenses.
Domestic connecting flights.
Required visa fee.
Exit tax (you can pay it at relevant banks or the treasury counter at the airport).
Beverages 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 bottle of water per adult guest per day (available upon request 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 to 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, starting from the date of booking;
60 days prior: 15% deduction applies per person.
59 days ---------- 30 days: 25% deduction applies.
29 days ---------- 15 days: 75% deduction applies.
14 days ---------- 0 days: 100% deduction applies.
GENERAL INFORMATION
FLIGHT & PROGRAM 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, including round-trip transfers between the airport and port. No agency representative, guide, or driver has the right to accept luggage custody and cannot be held liable for it.
During the cruise, two of your evening dinners will be formal dinners; all male passengers wishing to dine here 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 based on the cruise company, while in some cruise companies they will be open seating. On ships with pre-assigned tables, everyone will sit at their assigned table from the first evening dinner until the last evening dinner. Guests who wish may also have their meals in other restaurants on board, subject to arrangements made 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 reception or pay a cash deposit when collecting their cabin keys. 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 you will incur on board during the voyage. You will be able to make your onboard expenses using magnetic cards issued to you by the ship reception. Except for the casino, no cash transactions take place 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 the minimum number 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 for all our group's luggage will be provided along with your cruise tickets. These tags must be attached to your luggage at the cruise port.
Your luggage may not arrive in 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 it with you.
Strict adherence to the ship's departure times is required. At ports, boarding must be completed at least 60 minutes before the ship's departure time. Otherwise, you may not be allowed 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 leave them in front of 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, are not accepted 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 our guests activate their mobile phones for international use.
Cancellation conditions are stated separately in the content of the relevant program for each program.