Gilded Mediterranean Passage – Athens, Istanbul & Corfu

About this cruise

9 nights, 6 ports, all from Piraeus (Athens) on June 29, 2026. The route visits Kusadasi, Istanbul, Corfu, Bari, Trieste and Katakolon and the whole thing just flows. The itinerary clusters several port calls together. Fast-paced for a few days, then the sea days hit and you can catch your breath. It's a proper Eastern Mediterranean tour: 3 countries, from Türkiye to Italy. You get around 9 hours in each port, which is enough for an excursion, lunch, and some wandering around on your own. When you're not ashore, From casual buffets to proper sit-down restaurants, MSC Fantasia has 5 dining spots on board, most of them included. A June departure puts you in the best summer conditions: long days, warm nights, plenty of sun. Whether you've cruised before or not, this 9-night itinerary is a genuinely good one.