MSC Fantasia itinerary map for January 15, 2025 (7 nights)
MSC Fantasia itinerary map for January 15, 2025 (7 nights)
7 nights · 5 ports
Round-trip · Palermo, Sicily
MSCMSC Fantasia

MSC Fantasia
January 15, 2025

7-Night Mediterranean from Palermo aboard MSC Fantasia · Departing January 15, 2025 from the Port of Palermo, Sicily.

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This 7-night cruise aboard the Fantasia departs from Palermo, Sicily on Wednesday, January 15, 2025 and returns on Wednesday, Jan 22nd. January weather across this route averages 68°/29°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 6.3 out of 10, averaged across 5 ports. Balcony cabins dropped $270 on Jan 14.

Cruise Length
7
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Palermo
Sicily
Port Stops
5
Sea Days
2

Cruise Price - MSC Fantasia January 15, 2025

MSC Fantasia · January 15, 2025

The graph below tracks historic price of the MSC Fantasia cruise ship departing January 15, 2025. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $506 ($73 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $534 ($77 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 5%.

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Inside
$506
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Oceanview
$598
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Balcony
$741
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Suite
$1,231

Price History – MSC Fantasia January 15, 2025

inside cabin
MSC Fantasia
January 15, 2025
$506
5% vs avg: $534

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Cruise Itinerary Map - Mediterranean from Palermo

MSC Fantasia · January 15, 2025

The MSC Fantasia sails on January 15, 2025 for a Mediterranean from Palermo. The ship will depart the port of Palermo, Sicily at 5:00 PM and will return to the port of Palermo, Sicily on Jan 22nd at 8:00 AM. During the 8-day journey, the MSC Fantasia will visit 4 additional ports and will spend 2 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

Mediterranean from Palermo

  • JAN15
    Palermo, Sicily
    Palermo, Sicily
    A: — - D: 5:00 PM
  • JAN16
    La Goulette
    La Goulette
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • JAN17
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JAN18
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JAN19
    Marseille (Provence), France
    Marseille (Provence), France
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • JAN20
    Genoa, Italy
    Genoa, Italy
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • JAN21
    Naples, Italy
    Naples, Italy
    A: 12:00 PM - D: 7:00 PM
  • JAN22
    Palermo, Sicily
    Palermo, Sicily
    A: 8:00 AM - D: —
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MSC Fantasia Cruise Ports

January 15, 2025 · Mediterranean from Palermo

Palermo, Sicily — Day 1 of MSC Fantasia January 15, 2025 cruise
Day 1•Wednesday, Jan 15

Palermo, Sicily

Arrival: —•Departure: 5:00 PM

Palermo, Sicily, offers docking at Palermo Port. Travelers explore Palermo Cathedral and Norman Palace. Excursions visit Monreale’s mosaics. Local markets sell arancini. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Arab-Norman architecture and Tyrrhenian vistas. Dining onboard includes caponata, a Sicilian favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Norman history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Palermo’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic coasts, making Palermo an engaging destination for exploring Sicily’s capital.

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La Goulette — Day 2 of MSC Fantasia January 15, 2025 cruise
Day 2•Thursday, Jan 16

La Goulette

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

La Goulette, Tunisia, has docking at La Goulette Port. Travelers explore Carthage’s UNESCO-listed ruins. Excursions visit Sidi Bou Said’s blue-and-white village. Local markets sell harissa. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather. Photography captures ancient ruins and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes brik, a Tunisian pastry. Souvenirs, like ceramic tiles, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Punic history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate. Comfortable shoes enhance ruin tours. La Goulette’s historic charm offers a vibrant Tunisian stop, blending archaeology with coastal beauty.

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Day 3 at sea — MSC Fantasia January 15, 2025 itinerary
Day 3•Friday, Jan 17

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 11:00 PM

Day at sea aboard the Fantasia — explore the ship's signature dining, entertainment, and onboard activities.

Day 4 at sea — MSC Fantasia January 15, 2025 itinerary
Day 4•Saturday, Jan 18

At Sea

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Day at sea aboard the Fantasia — explore the ship's signature dining, entertainment, and onboard activities.

Marseille (Provence), France — Day 5 of MSC Fantasia January 15, 2025 cruise
Day 5•Sunday, Jan 19

Marseille (Provence), France

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Marseille (Provence), France, offers docking at Marseille Port. Travelers explore Notre-Dame de la Garde and Vieux-Port. Excursions visit Aix-en-Provence’s lavender fields. Local markets sell bouillabaisse. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures basilicas and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes ratatouille, a French favorite. Souvenirs, like lavender crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Provençal history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Marseille’s cultural charm offers a vibrant French stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic ports and scenic fields, making Marseille an engaging destination for exploration.

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Genoa, Italy — Day 6 of MSC Fantasia January 15, 2025 cruise
Day 6•Monday, Jan 20

Genoa, Italy

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 PM

Genoa, Italy, offers docking at Genoa Port. Travelers explore Palazzo Ducale and Via Garibaldi. Excursions visit Portofino’s colorful harbor. Local markets sell focaccia. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Renaissance palaces and Ligurian vistas. Dining onboard includes pesto pasta, an Italian favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Genoese history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Genoa’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic coasts, making Genoa an engaging destination for exploring Italy’s Liguria region.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Naples, Italy — Day 7 of MSC Fantasia January 15, 2025 cruise
Day 7•Tuesday, Jan 21

Naples, Italy

Arrival: 12:00 PM•Departure: 7:00 PM

Naples, Italy, offers docking at Naples Port. Travelers explore Pompeii ruins and Royal Palace. Excursions visit Capri’s Blue Grotto. Local markets sell margherita pizza. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures ancient ruins and Tyrrhenian vistas. Dining onboard includes spaghetti alle vongole, an Italian favorite. Souvenirs, like cameo crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Roman history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Naples’ cultural charm offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of archaeological sites and scenic islands, making Naples an engaging destination for exploration.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Palermo, Sicily — Day 8 of MSC Fantasia January 15, 2025 cruise
Day 8•Wednesday, Jan 22

Palermo, Sicily

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: —

Returning to Palermo, Sicily — see Day 1 above for port info.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link

Weather Forecast

MSC Fantasia - January 15, 2025 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Palermo, Sicily

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January

Typical Weather

65°F

Average High

36°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.12in

Daily average

3.8 in monthly total

MSC Fantasia Shore Excursions

Explore the most popular excursion options at each port.

From beach breaks and snorkeling to local food tours and cultural landmarks, these shore excursions help you make the most of every stop. Browse by port below to compare top-rated options and plan your day before you board.

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Itinerary Safety Score

Based on comprehensive research of cruise port safety information, including recent crime reports, travel advisories, Global Peace Index rankings, and specific port security concerns, we've created a "safety score" for each cruise port stop. The overall rating below represents a combined score for your specific cruise itinerary.

Itinerary Safety Rank
63 / 100
safer than 63% of all cruises
63
6
/ 10
Palermo, Sicily
Palermo
Travelers in Palermo should stay vigilant against petty theft and scams, keeping belongings secure and being aware of their surroundings.
6
/ 10
La Goulette
La Goulette
Travelers in La Goulette should stay vigilant in crowded areas due to petty crime and be cautious of regional terrorism and scams.
6
/ 10
Marseille (Provence), France
Marseille
Travelers in Marseille should stay vigilant in certain neighborhoods due to higher crime rates and secure their belongings in crowded areas.
7
/ 10
Genoa, Italy
Genoa
Genoa is generally safe for cruise travelers, but they should stay vigilant against petty crime and secure their belongings in crowded areas.
6
/ 10
Naples, Italy
Naples
Travelers in Naples should stay vigilant against petty crime and be cautious of traffic while exploring the city.

Cruise Ship

MSC Fantasia

⚓ Tonnage

137,936

vs avg 136,380

🛠️ Year Built

2,008

vs avg 2,013

📏 Length (ft)

1,093

vs avg 1,030

👥 Passenger Count

3,274

vs avg 4,494

The Fantasia has a construction date of 2008 and a total size of 137,936 gross tons. The ship measures 1,093 feet in length. MSC Fantasia is included in MSC’s Fantasia class. At full capacity, the MSC Fantasia holds 3,274 passengers. That includes 1,961 cruise vacationers and 1,313 staff members. The Fantasia total number of staterooms is 1,635.

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MSC Fantasia January 15, 2025 FAQ

What's the cheapest cabin on the MSC Fantasia January 15, 2025 cruise?▾

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What's the weather like on the MSC Fantasia January 15, 2025 route?▾

Across the ports visited on this 7-night route, January averages 68°F highs and 29°F lows. See the per-port weather forecast section above for daily detail.

How safe is the January 15, 2025 MSC Fantasia itinerary?▾

This itinerary scores 6.3 out of 10 on the Gangwaze Itinerary Safety Score, averaged across 5 ports. We weight current travel advisories, recent crime data, and Global Peace Index signals — see the Safety Score section above for the full per-port breakdown.

When does the MSC Fantasia sail and return on this itinerary?▾

The MSC Fantasia departs Palermo, Sicily on Wednesday, January 15, 2025 at 5:00 PM and returns on Wednesday, Jan 22nd, 2025 at 8:00 AM. Total duration: 7 nights.

Who is the cruise director for the MSC Fantasia sailing on January 15, 2025?▾

Cruise director assignment for this sail date is not currently confirmed in our records.

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Last Updated: May 22, 2026