Sun-Kissed Odyssey – Athens, Istanbul & Corfu

About this cruise

You board in Trieste on October 30, 2026 for 9 nights visiting Katakolon, Piraeus (Athens), Kusadasi, Istanbul, Corfu and Bari, and you come back from this kind of trip wondering why you don't do it more often. A few ports come in quick succession, which is great for sightseeing but means you'll appreciate the sea days when they arrive. The Eastern Mediterranean route takes in Greece, Türkiye and Italy, 3 countries, and the differences show up in the food, the architecture, and the mood. Of the stops, Istanbul tends to be the one people talk about: Where two continents embrace across the Bosphorus. Around 9 hours per port on average, which is generous enough to go beyond the obvious. MSC Fantasia keeps you well fed. 5 places to eat, with 2 included in the fare and a few specialty spots if you're in the mood. Families and groups will find plenty to do: waterslides, shows, multiple pools, and something for every age. If you can, add a night in Trieste before boarding. It's a good city to wander. The autumn timing is underrated too. Good weather, calmer seas, and a more relaxed ship. Sometimes the best trips are the ones you just go ahead and book.