Timeless Treasures – Athens, Istanbul & Corfu

About this cruise

If you want the classic cruise without a massive time commitment, this is a strong option. 9 nights from Trieste on August 1, 2026, visiting Katakolon, Piraeus (Athens), Kusadasi, Istanbul, Corfu and Bari. There's a stretch of back-to-back port days, so those days are busy, but the sea days around them give you time to recharge. 3 countries (Greece, Türkiye and Italy) across the Eastern Mediterranean, each with its own character. Most ports give you about 9 hours, so you can do more than just tick off the main sights. As for the ship itself, You won't go hungry on MSC Fantasia. 2 restaurants come with the fare, plus 3 more when you feel like treating yourself. It's peak season, so the weather is at its best and the ship will be full. That's part of the fun. 9 nights of not thinking about anything except where to eat next. That's the pitch.