MSC Virtuosa with Tunisia and the Western Mediterranean
Cruise at a glance
Day-by-day itinerary
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Eid al-Adha FLIGHT INFORMATION DIRECTION DATE FLIGHT CODE ROUTE DEPARTURE ARRIVAL OUTBOUND 15.05.2027 TK 1453 IST-NAP 07:0...
FLIGHT INFORMATION
DIRECTION
DATE
FLIGHT CODE
ROUTE
DEPARTURE
ARRIVAL
OUTBOUND
15.05.2027
TK 1453
IST-NAP
07:05
08:25
RETURN
22.05.2027
TK 1864
FCO-IST
20:00
23:35
1. Day ISTANBUL – NAPLES
Meeting in front of the Turkish Airlines counter at the International Departures terminal of Istanbul New Airport at 04:30. Departure for Naples at 07:05 on Turkish Airlines flight TK 1453. After arriving at 08:25 local time, we board our waiting bus and set off for the port. Guests who wish may join the optional Naples city tour & Sorrento tour. Free time to settle into the cabins following the check-in procedures. Our ship departs from the port at 17:00.2. Day LIVORNO (FLORENCE)
Our ship will dock at the port at 09:00 in the morning. Guests who wish may join the optional Pisa & Florence city tour organized by their guides. We travel to Pisa, which held commercial supremacy in the Western Mediterranean in the 12th century and is famous for its Leaning Tower, considered one of the most important historical monuments in the world. During the panoramic sightseeing tour, the Leaning Tower of Pisa, the cathedral, the baptistery and Piazza dei Miracoli are among the places to be visited. Following our tour, we depart for Florence. After arrival, a panoramic Florence city tour follows. During our tour, we will see the Arno River, which divides Florence in two; the Ponte Vecchio bridge, famous for its jewelers; Palazzo Vecchio, where the Medici family ruled Florence; Piazza della Signoria, home to the Hercules and David statues, among the masterpieces of the Renaissance; the Santa Maria del Fiore Duomo, with Italy’s third-highest dome; and the Baptistery, famous for its doors. Our ship will depart from the port at 20:00.
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3. Day MARSEILLE
Our ship will dock at the port at 10:00 in the morning. Guests who wish may join the optional “Marseille Panoramic City Tour & Aix-en-Provence” tour organized by their guides. On today’s tour, after meeting our guide, we will first travel to Aix-en-Provence, located 40 minutes from Marseille. Our tour will begin with the famous St. Saviour’s Cathedral, dating from the 12th century, with its Romanesque façade and covered arched walkway. Afterwards, during a pleasant walk through the old part of the city, you will see the ancient inns and the Mazarin Quarter, designed in the 17th century by the brother of Cardinal Mazarin. After a short break, we will return to Marseille, an important maritime city. The Longchamp Fountain, Saint Charles railway station, the old town, Hôtel de Ville and the marina district are among the places to be seen. We will then return to our ship after free time in the city center. At the end of our tour, we transfer to our ship. Our ship will depart from the port at 18:00.4. Day BARCELONA
Our ship will dock at the port of Barcelona at 07:00 in the morning. Guests who wish may join the “Barcelona City Tour” organized optionally by their guides. We leave the port by private vehicle and begin our panoramic city tour in Barcelona, one of Europe’s most beautiful metropolises. During our city tour, the Sagrada Familia will first be viewed from the outside. Afterwards, La Rambla, the Christopher Columbus Monument, the Maremagnum artificial harbor, Catalunya Square, Passeig de Gràcia, where Gaudi’s houses have been transformed into a street museum, and his principal work, the Sagrada Familia, are among the places we will see. After free time for shopping, we will return to our ship. Our ship will depart from the port at 19:00.5. Day AT SEA
On this day spent sailing at sea, you can enjoy your time in the ship’s indoor and outdoor pools, participate in activities such as fitness and sauna, or shop at the duty-free stores. Alternatively, you may spend an enjoyable time at the bar with shows and music and try your luck at the casino.6. Day LA GOULETTE
Our ship will dock at La Goulette port at 08:00 in the morning. Located 12 km east of the capital Tunis, on the shores of the Gulf of Tunis and Lake Tunis, it is part of the Tunis metropolitan area. Guests who wish may join the optional “La Goulette & Tunis City Tour” organized by their guides. We depart from the port by private vehicle and visit historical sites such as the Bardo Museum, the Tomb and Mosque of Hammouda Pasha, and St. Vincent de Paul Cathedral, as well as the world-famous local Tunisian markets (Souk de Chechias (Hat Market), Souk des Femmes (Women’s Market), Souk de la Laine (Wool Market), Souk des Orfèvres (Goldsmiths’ Bazaar), Souk des Tapis (Carpet Bazaar), Souk des Etoffes (Haberdashery Market), Souk el Attarine (Perfume Market)). After free time for shopping, we will return to our ship. Our ship will depart from the port at 18:00.7. Day PALERMO
Our ship will dock at Palermo port at 08:00. Guests who wish may join the ‘Palermo city tour’ organized optionally by our guide. During our tour, Cappella Palatina, San Giovanni Cathedral, Politeama Square, the Norman Palace, Quattro Canti Square, Via Roma and Via Liberta are among the places to be seen. After the sightseeing tour, we return to Palermo port. Our ship will depart from the port at 18:00.8. Day NAPLES - ROME - ISTANBUL
Our ship will dock at the port at 06:00 in the morning. After breakfast on board, we disembark. We depart for Rome by our private bus waiting for us at the port. Guests who wish may join an optional panoramic Rome city tour or Rome Outlet tour. At the end of the tour, arrival at the airport and, following baggage and check-in procedures, departure for Istanbul at 20:45 on Turkish Airlines flight TK 1880. Arrival in Istanbul at 00:05 local time. We look forward to meeting you on another enjoyable journey!
CANCELLATION & REFUND TERMS
The following deduction amounts or rates will apply based on the date on which the cancellation request is made, calculated from the date of reservation.
TIME BEFORE DEPARTURE DATE AS OF THE RESERVATION DATE
APPLICABLE DEDUCTION RATE
180 days or more before departure
%10
179 – 159 days before departure
%15
158 – 120 days before departure
%25
119 – 90 days before departure
%30
89 – 60 days before departure
%50
59 – 45 days before departure
%60
44 – 30 days before departure
%75
29 – 15 days before departure
%90
14 days or fewer before departure
%100
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MSC Beverages and Internet Packages For beverage packages priced per person, everyone staying in the cabin is required to purchase the relevant pa...
For beverage packages priced per person, everyone staying in the cabin is required to purchase the relevant package. (Prices must be checked again during registration, as there may be an increase or promotion.) This is general information about the contents and prices
Easy Beverage Package; €329 Per Person - Limited to a maximum of 15 alcoholic beverages per day
Beverages included in the package; Classic Cocktails, Beverages containing Spirits, Non-alcoholic cocktails, Wine, Beer and non-alcoholic beer, Coffee, Tea, Non-alcoholic beverages, Water, Mineral waterPremium Extra Beverage Package; €553 Per Person - Limited to a maximum of 15 alcoholic beverages per day
All beverages priced up to 14 € or 16$, Various Frozen or Classic Cocktails, Premium Brand Alcoholic Beverages, Liqueurs, Various types of Wine and Champagne by the glass, 25% discount on bottles of wine and champagne purchased onboard, All options consisting of draft and bottled beer, soda and fruit juices, Mineral Water, Energy Drinks, Classic Coffee Drinks, Hot Chocolate, TeaNon-alcoholic Beverage Package; €273 Per Person
Beverages included in the package; Various Non-alcoholic Cocktails, Soft Drinks and Energy Drinks, Mineral Water, Flavored Water, Fruit Juice, Classic Coffee Drinks and Coffee Specialties, Hot Chocolate, Tea, Soft-serve Ice CreamChildren's Beverage Package; €119 Per Person - Valid for the child accompanying the family that purchases a beverage package
Beverages included in the package; Various Non-alcoholic Cocktails, Soft Drinks and Energy Drinks, Mineral Water, Flavored Water, Fruit Juice, Classic Coffee Drinks and Coffee Specialties, Hot Chocolate, Tea, Soft-serve Ice CreamBrowse Internet Package; 1 Device €97,93 Per Person - 2 Devices €167,86 Per Person
Package Includes: Unlimited data, 24-hour access, Unlimited access to the Web, Sending/receiving emails and pictures, Chat in Messenger applications (WhatsApp etc.)Browse & Stream Internet Package; 1 Device €125,93 Per Person - 2 Devices €223,86 Per Person
Package Includes: Unlimited data, 24-hour access, Unlimited access to the Web, Sending/receiving emails and pictures, Chat in Messenger applications (WhatsApp etc.) and the ability to chat via video, The ability to listen to music and watch videos, The ability to stream videos and broadcast live on social media
What's Included
Turkish Airlines scheduled economy-class flight Istanbul (IST) – Naples (NAP) // Rome (FCO) - Istanbul (IST)
7 nights of full-board accommodation in the cabin category you have selected
Airport - port - airport transfers.
Turkish guiding service. (min. 20 people)
Entertainment, animation and shows organized every day and night
Breakfast, lunch and dinner on board
Captain's welcome party and gala dinner
Ship personnel service fee (18 years and older 84 EUR pp ; children aged 2 -17 70 EUR)
Airport and port taxes (600 EUR)
Not Included
Health services.
Shore excursions
Beauty center and SPA area
All drinks on board
Personal expenses (Internet, dry cleaning, telephone, etc.)
Multiple-entry Schengen visa fee
International departure fee
Domestic connecting flights
Travel health insurance
General Information
IMPORTANT NOTES
• The AGENCY will assist with obtaining visas provided that passports and all required documents are submitted in full. For international trips, a passport valid for at least 6 months is mandatory.
• The AGENCY is not responsible for problems arising from the failure to submit the required visa documents on time and in full.
• Having obtained a visa does not mean that entry into that country will be granted. Passport control officers have the authority to refuse a person entry into the country. In such a case, responsibility lies with the passenger.
• As extra beds are used in triple rooms at hotels, the third bed may be smaller than a standard bed. Some hotels do not provide a third bed. For packages involving such hotels, the AGENCY will inform its guests at the time of sale.
• Child prices are valid only on the condition that the children stay in the same room and cabin as their parents as the 3rd and 4th persons. Under the 0–2 age child policy, the child must not have turned 2 by the return date of the tour; under the 3–12 age child policy, the child must not have turned 12 by the return date of the tour.
• The AGENCY reserves the right to make changes to the program due to external reasons.
• If participation in the tour is insufficient, the AGENCY will notify its guests of the cancellation/change 21 days before the tour departure.
• The AGENCY acts as an intermediary between the airline and our passengers and is subject to the Hague Protocol of 28.09.1955. Flight times may change before departure. All times must be reconfirmed 48 hours before the departure dates. Our passengers have purchased the tour knowing and accepting that flight details may change.
• Domestic low-cost flights include a 20 kg baggage allowance.
• The AGENCY reserves the right to change the hotels specified in the program, provided that their category remains the same.
• Extra tours are organized subject to a minimum number of participants. They may not be organized if participation is insufficient. If the number of participants is insufficient, the prices may be revised by the guide and a new arrangement may be made.
• For extra tours to be taken along the route, guests who will not participate in the tour will be directed by our guide to rest areas located before the city entrances.
• Tours that local authorities do not permit for any reason during the tour will not be carried out. The AGENCY is not responsible for the inability to conduct these tours.
• In the event of cancellation or changes, the “AGENCY SALES AGREEMENT” shall apply.
• Two of the dinners you will have during the cruise are formal dinners. Men who wish to dine at these dinners are advised to bring at least one suit, and women at least one evening dress.
• During the cruise, the restaurant and tables where our group will have dinner will have been determined in advance and numbered according to names. Therefore, everyone will sit in the designated places from the first meal to the last meal onboard.
• During check-in at the ship, every passenger without exception (only one person in the case of couples) must present a credit card at the ship’s reception or pay a cash deposit when receiving the cabin keys. Cash is not accepted anywhere on the ship except in the casino. EUR and credit cards are accepted onboard. You can view all your expenses on the televisions in your cabins.
• It is strictly prohibited to bring alcohol, irons, hair dryers, etc. onto the ship.
• At the beginning of our cruise, luggage tags in designated colors for all the luggage of our group will be delivered to you together with your cruise tickets. You must attach these tags to your luggage at the cruise port.
• Your luggage may not arrive at your cabins until late in the evening on the first day of the ship’s departure. This situation is caused by the high volume and crowds and is entirely the responsibility of the ship. Therefore, on the first day you board the ship, it is advisable to put essential items in a small hand bag and keep it with you.
• The ship’s departure times must be strictly observed. At ports, you must board the ship no later than 60 minutes before its departure time. Otherwise, you may not be allowed to board the ship. Our agency will not be responsible for such a situation.
• At the end of our cruise, you must pack your luggage, attach the tags that will have been left in your cabins the night before, and leave your luggage in front of your cabin doors by 00:00. After completing the disembarkation procedures, our group will collect its luggage from the designated station. WE URGENTLY REQUEST THAT EACH OF OUR GUESTS COLLECT THEIR OWN LUGGAGE BY TOUCHING AND CHECKING IT.
• ALL GUESTS MUST KEEP THEIR ROUND-TRIP AIRLINE TICKETS AND CRUISE TICKETS WITH THEM. GUESTS WHO DO NOT OBTAIN PRINTED COPIES OF THEIR TICKETS ARE THEMSELVES RESPONSIBLE FOR ENTRY INTO THE COUNTRY / ONTO THE SHIP.
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