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Eid al-Adha FLIGHT INFORMATION DIRECTION DATE FLIGHT NUMBER ROUTE DEPARTURE ARRIVAL OUTBOUND 15.05.27 PC 1125 SAW - MRS 11...
FLIGHT INFORMATION
DIRECTION
DATE
FLIGHT NUMBER
ROUTE
DEPARTURE
ARRIVAL
OUTBOUND
15.05.27
PC 1125
SAW - MRS
11:00
12:25
RETURN
22.05.27
PC 1126
MRS - SAW
13:35
18:40
Day 1 ISTANBUL – MARSEILLE
Meeting at 08:30 in front of the Pegasus Airlines counter at the Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport International Departures Terminal. We depart for Marseille on Pegasus Airlines flight PC 1125 at 11:00. Upon arrival at 12:25 local time, we board our waiting bus and head towards the port of Marseille. After check-in procedures, you will have free time to settle into your cabins. Our ship departs from the port at 18:00 in the evening.Day 2 GENOA – PORTOFINO
Our ship will dock at Genoa port at 08:00. Guests who wish may join the 'Genoa City Tour & Portofino Tour' organized by our guide as an extra option. Genoa, the capital of the Liguria region, undoubtedly deserves much more than its current popularity. The city is the birthplace of pesto sauce and Christopher Columbus, and also the driving force behind Italian football. Thanks to its rich art, music, gastronomy, architecture, and historical features, it became the European Capital of Culture in 2004. This historic city left by the Genoese will surely surprise you. After visiting magnificent mansions, streets, squares, and historical sites, we will have time for shopping. After our tour, we will return to the ship. The ship will depart from the port at 16:00.
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Day 3 NAPLES
Our ship will dock at Civitavecchia port at 13:00 in the morning. Then, the 'Naples Panoramic City Tour & Pompeii', organized by our guide as an extra option, begins. In our city tour, places to be seen include Plebiscito Square, the central square of Naples; the Royal Palace built in the 17th century; Castel Nuovo (New Castle); San Francesco di Paola Basilica, inspired by St. Peter's Square and the Pantheon in Rome; Galleria Umberto I, where shops are located; and the San Carlo Theatre, built in 1737 and listed in the UNESCO World Heritage list. Then we continue for our Pompeii tour. Returning to Naples port, the ship will depart from the port at 20:00 in the evening.Day 4 MESSINA
Our ship will dock at Messina port at 09:00. Guests who wish may join the 'Messina City Tour & Taormina Tour' organized by our guide as an extra option. We are in a pearl of Sicily, an autonomous region of Italy. Cathedrals, historical fountains, and of course the town of Taormina found in Messina will take you on a journey through time without any difficulty. After the tour, we return to Messina port. The ship will depart from the port at 19:00.Day 5 VALLETTA
Our ship will dock at Valletta port at 08:00 in the morning. After having breakfast on board, guests who wish may join the 'Valletta City Tour' organized by our guide as an extra option. During our tour, we will explore the city by walking through the lively streets of the capital Valletta. Our first stop will be the "Barracca Gardens", built on the upper section of the defensive walls surrounding this magnificent city. These gardens, built by the Knights of St. John, also offer magnificent views of the Grand Harbour and the three old cities surrounded by walls. Our next stop will be the "St. John Co-Cathedral". Although this cathedral built in Baroque style has a simple exterior, it houses very rich interior decorations and paintings by the famous painter Caravaggio. As our walk continues among the buildings of historical importance in the capital, we will see the "Grand Master's Palace" and the "Prime Minister's Residence". Then we return to Valletta port. The ship will depart from the port at 17:00.Day 6 AT SEA
On this day spent cruising at sea, you can spend your time enjoying the ship's open and closed pools, activities like fitness and sauna, or shopping in duty-free stores. Additionally, you can enjoy fun times at the bar with shows and music, or try your luck in the casino.Day 7 BARCELONA
Our ship will dock at Barcelona port at 08:00 in the morning. Guests who wish may join the "Barcelona City Tour" organized by our guides as an extra option. From the port, with our special vehicle, we begin our panoramic city tour in Barcelona, one of Europe's most beautiful metropolises. During our city tour, Sagrada Familia will be among the places to be seen from the outside first. Then La Rambla Street, Cristoforo Colombo Monument, Maremagnum Artificial Port, Catalunya Square, Paseu de Gracia street where Gaudi's houses were turned into a street museum, and his masterpiece Sagrada Familia will be among the places we will see. After free time for shopping, we will return to our ship. The ship will depart from the port at 18:00 in the evening.Day 8 MARSEILLE - ISTANBUL
Our ship will dock at the port at 08:00. After having breakfast on board, we disembark. We head towards the airport with our special bus waiting for us at the port. Arrival at Marseille Airport, after baggage and check-in procedures, we depart for Istanbul on Pegasus Airlines flight PC 1126 at 13:35. Arrival in Istanbul at 18:40 local time. See you again on another enjoyable trip!CANCELLATION & REFUND TERMS
The following deduction amounts or rates will apply based on the date the cancellation request is made relative to the reservation.
TIME BEFORE DEPARTURE FROM RESERVATION DATE
DEDUCTION RATE APPLIED
180 days prior
%10
179 – 159 days prior
%15
158 – 120 days prior
%25
119 – 90 days prior
%30
89 – 60 days prior
%50
59 – 45 days prior
%60
44 – 30 days prior
%75
29 – 15 days prior
%90
14 days or fewer days prior
%100
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MSC Beverages and Internet Packages In drink packages priced per person, everyone staying in the cabin is required to purchase the relevant packag...
In drink packages priced per person, everyone staying in the cabin is required to purchase the relevant package. Prices and contents are provided for general information. Prices will be checked again during registration.
Easy Drink Package; €329 per person - Limited to a maximum of 15 alcoholic drinks per day
Drinks included in the package; Classic Cocktails, Drinks containing Spirits, Non-alcoholic cocktails, Wine, Beer and non-alcoholic beer, Coffee, Tea, Non-alcoholic drinks, Water, Sparkling waterPremium Extra Drink Package; €553 per person - Limited to a maximum of 15 alcoholic drinks per day
All drinks priced up to €14 or $16, Various Frozen or Classic Cocktails, Premium Brand Spirits, Liqueurs, Various wines and champagnes 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, Sparkling Water, Energy Drinks, Classic Coffee Drinks, Hot Chocolate, TeaNon-alcoholic Drink Package; €273 per person
Drinks included in the package; Various Non-alcoholic Cocktails, Soft Drinks and Energy Drinks, Sparkling Water, Flavored Water, Fruit Juice, Classic Coffee Drinks and Coffee Specialties, Hot Chocolate, Tea, Soft-serve Ice CreamChildren's Drink Package; €119 per person - Valid for children accompanying a family that purchases a drink package
Drinks included in the package; Various Non-alcoholic Cocktails, Soft Drinks and Energy Drinks, Sparkling 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 web access, 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 web access, 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 broadcast videos and livestream on social media
What's Included
Economy class Istanbul (SAW) – Marseille (MRS) - Istanbul (SAW) flight with a scheduled Pegasus Airlines service
7 nights of full-board accommodation in the cabin category you have selected
Airport - port - airport transfers.
Turkish Guiding Service (provided that at least 20 people participate)
Entertainment, animation and shows organized for every day and night
Breakfast, lunch and dinner on board
The Captain’s welcome party and gala dinner
Airport and port taxes (600 EUR)
Ship Service Charge ( 84 euros for ages 18 and over; 70 euros for children aged 2-17)
Not Included
Healthcare services.
Land tours
Beauty center and SPA area
All beverages on board
Personal expenses (Internet, dry cleaning, telephone, etc.)
Schengen visa fee
International departure fee
Domestic connecting flights
Travel health insurance
General Information
IMPORTANT NOTES
• The AGENCY will assist with visa applications provided that passports and all required documents are submitted in full. For international trips, passports must be valid for at least 6 months.
• The AGENCY is not responsible for problems arising from the failure to submit the required visa documents on time and in full.
• Obtaining 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.
• Since extra beds are provided 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. For the 0–2 age child policy, the child must not have reached the age of 2 on the tour return date; for the 3–12 age child policy, the child must not have reached the age of 12 on the tour return date.
• The AGENCY reserves the right to make changes to the program due to external factors.
• If there is insufficient participation in the tour, the AGENCY will notify its guests of the cancellation/change 21 days before the tour departure.
• The AGENCY acts as an intermediary between our passengers and the airline and is subject to the 28.09. 1955 Hague Protocol. 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.
• Optional 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, prices may be revised by the guide and a new arrangement may be made.
• Guests who will not participate in optional tours to be taken along the route will be directed by our guide to rest areas located before the city entrances.
• Tours that are not permitted for any reason by local authorities 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 CONTRACT” shall apply.
• Two of the evening meals you will have during the cruise are formal dinners, and every male passenger who wishes to dine at these dinners is advised to bring at least one suit, while female passengers are advised to bring at least one evening dress.
• During the cruise, the restaurant and tables where our group will have its evening meals will have been determined in advance and numbered according to the names. Therefore, from the first meal to the last meal on board, everyone will sit in the places determined in advance.
• During check-in on board, without exception, every passenger (only one person for couples) must present their credit card at the ship’s reception or pay a cash deposit when collecting their cabin keys. Cash is not accepted anywhere on board except in the casino. EUR currency and credit cards are accepted on board. You can view all your expenses on the televisions in your cabins.
• It is strictly forbidden to bring alcohol, irons, hair dryers, etc. on board.
• At the beginning of our cruise, luggage tags in specific colors for all the luggage of our group will be delivered to you together with your cruise ticket. 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 is due to the congestion and crowds and is strictly the responsibility of the ship. Therefore, it is advisable to pack the essentials you will need on the first day of boarding in a small hand luggage 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 our ship’s 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 station where the luggage is located. WE STRONGLY REQUEST THAT EACH OF OUR GUESTS COLLECT THEIR OWN LUGGAGE BY PHYSICALLY CHECKING AND VERIFYING 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 / SHIP.
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