Serene Seas – Athens, Istanbul & Corfu

About this cruise

The kind of trip that's easy to say yes to and hard to regret. 9 nights from Trieste on September 15, 2026, visiting Katakolon, Piraeus (Athens), Kusadasi, Istanbul, Corfu and Bari. Expect a run of consecutive ports, 6 stops total, with the busiest days packed close together. The sea days around them feel earned. It's a proper Eastern Mediterranean tour: 3 countries, from Greece to Italy. Kusadasi stands out. It's Turkey's gateway to the ruins of Ephesus. Roughly 9 hours ashore per stop. No need to rush. From casual buffets to proper sit-down restaurants, MSC Fantasia has 5 dining spots on board, most of them included. And September is a good call. Still warm, less crowded, and usually cheaper too. All in all, it's a solid trip.