MSC Fantasia itinerary map for April 23, 2025 (8 nights)
MSC Fantasia itinerary map for April 23, 2025 (8 nights)
8 nights · 7 ports
Round-trip · Barcelona, Spain
MSCMSC Fantasia

MSC Fantasia
April 23, 2025

8-Night Mediterranean aboard MSC Fantasia · Departing April 23, 2025 from the Port of Barcelona, Spain.

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This 8-night cruise aboard the Fantasia departs from Barcelona, Spain on Wednesday, April 23, 2025 and returns on Thursday, May 1st. April weather across this route averages 80°/37°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 6.9 out of 10, averaged across 7 ports.

Cruise Length
8
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Barcelona
Spain
Port Stops
7
Sea Days
2

Cruise Price - MSC Fantasia April 23, 2025

MSC Fantasia · April 23, 2025

The graph below tracks historic price of the MSC Fantasia cruise ship departing April 23, 2025. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $634 ($80 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $634 ($80 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 0%.

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Inside
$634
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Oceanview
$814
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Balcony
$1,094
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Suite
$2,694

Price History – MSC Fantasia April 23, 2025

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MSC Fantasia
April 23, 2025
$634
0% vs avg: $634

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Cruise Itinerary Map - 8 Night Mediterranean (Barcelona To Istanbul)

MSC Fantasia · April 23, 2025

The MSC Fantasia sails on April 23, 2025 for a 8 Night Mediterranean (Barcelona To Istanbul). The ship will depart the port of Barcelona, Spain at 6:00 PM and will return to the port of Istanbul, Turkey on May 1st at 7:00 AM. During the 9-day journey, the MSC Fantasia will visit 6 additional ports and will spend 2 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

8 Night Mediterranean (Barcelona To Istanbul)

  • APR23
    Barcelona, Spain
    Barcelona, Spain
    A: — - D: 6:00 PM
  • APR24
    Marseille (Provence), France
    Marseille (Provence), France
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • APR25
    Genoa Portofino Italy
    Genoa Portofino Italy
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • APR26
    Naples, Italy
    Naples, Italy
    A: 5:00 PM - D: 10:00 PM
  • APR27
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • APR28
    Iraklion (heraklion), Crete
    Iraklion (heraklion), Crete
    A: 12:00 PM - D: 9:00 PM
  • APR29
    Santorini, Greece
    Santorini, Greece
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 7:00 PM
  • APR30
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAY01
    Istanbul, Turkey
    Istanbul, Turkey
    A: 7:00 AM - D: —
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MSC Fantasia Cruise Ports

April 23, 2025 · 8 Night Mediterranean (Barcelona To Istanbul)

Barcelona, Spain — Day 1 of MSC Fantasia April 23, 2025 cruise
Day 1•Wednesday, Apr 23

Barcelona, Spain

Arrival: —•Departure: 6:00 PM

Barcelona, Spain, offers docking at Barcelona Port. Travelers explore Sagrada Familia and Park Güell. Excursions visit Montserrat Monastery. Local markets sell paella. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for city tours. Photography captures Gaudí architecture and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes tapas, a Spanish favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Catalan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Barcelona’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of modernist landmarks and scenic coasts, making Barcelona an engaging destination for exploring Spain’s Catalan region.

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Marseille (Provence), France — Day 2 of MSC Fantasia April 23, 2025 cruise
Day 2•Thursday, Apr 24

Marseille (Provence), France

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 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 Portofino Italy — Day 3 of MSC Fantasia April 23, 2025 cruise
Day 3•Friday, Apr 25

Genoa Portofino Italy

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Geographic Harbour, Katmai National Park, Alaska, has no docking; ships anchor offshore with zodiacs to volcanic shores. Travelers spot brown bears fishing for salmon. Excursions explore tidal flats and rugged coasts. No facilities exist; provisions are ship-based. The peak season, June to August, brings mild weather. Photography captures bears and volcanic landscapes. Dining onboard includes salmon chowder. Souvenirs, like bear prints, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover park ecology. Warm layers and waterproof boots suit the cool climate. Binoculars enhance wildlife spotting. Geographic Harbour’s wild beauty offers a thrilling Alaskan stop, immersing travelers in its pristine wilderness.

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Naples, Italy — Day 4 of MSC Fantasia April 23, 2025 cruise
Day 4•Saturday, Apr 26

Naples, Italy

Arrival: 5:00 PM•Departure: 10:00 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.

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Day 5 at sea — MSC Fantasia April 23, 2025 itinerary
Day 5•Sunday, Apr 27

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

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

Iraklion (heraklion), Crete — Day 6 of MSC Fantasia April 23, 2025 cruise
Day 6•Monday, Apr 28

Iraklion (heraklion), Crete

Arrival: 12:00 PM•Departure: 9:00 PM

Iraklion (Heraklion), Crete, offers docking at Heraklion Port. Travelers explore Knossos Palace and Heraklion Archaeological Museum. Excursions visit Phaistos ruins. Local markets sell dakos. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Minoan ruins and Aegean vistas. Dining onboard includes moussaka, a Greek favorite. Souvenirs, like olive oil, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Minoan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance ruin walks. Heraklion’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Greek stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ancient landmarks and scenic coasts, making Heraklion an engaging destination for exploration.

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Santorini, Greece — Day 7 of MSC Fantasia April 23, 2025 cruise
Day 7•Tuesday, Apr 29

Santorini, Greece

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 7:00 PM

Santorini, Greece, offers docking at Fira Port with tenders to shore. Travelers explore Oia’s blue-domed churches and Thera ruins. Excursions include sailing to Nea Kameni. Local markets sell fava beans. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for island tours. Photography captures caldera views and Aegean vistas. Dining onboard includes moussaka, a Greek favorite. Souvenirs, like volcanic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Minoan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while sturdy shoes enhance cliff walks. Santorini’s iconic charm offers a vibrant Greek stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of stunning views and ancient ruins, making Santorini an engaging destination.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Day 8 at sea — MSC Fantasia April 23, 2025 itinerary
Day 8•Wednesday, Apr 30

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

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

Istanbul, Turkey — Day 9 of MSC Fantasia April 23, 2025 cruise
Day 9•Thursday, May 1

Istanbul, Turkey

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: —

Istanbul, Turkey, offers docking at Istanbul Port. Travelers explore Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace. Excursions visit Blue Mosque. Local markets sell simit. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures Ottoman domes and Bosphorus vistas. Dining onboard includes döner kebab, a Turkish favorite. Souvenirs, like carpet crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Byzantine history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Istanbul’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Turkish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic waterways, making Istanbul an engaging destination for exploring Turkey’s cultural hub.

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Weather Forecast

MSC Fantasia - April 23, 2025 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Barcelona, Spain

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April

Typical Weather

82°F

Average High

35°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.07in

Daily average

2.0 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
69 / 100
safer than 69% of all cruises
69
7
/ 10
Barcelona, Spain
Barcelona
Travelers should stay vigilant against pickpocketing in crowded areas and secure their belongings to ensure safety while enjoying the city.
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.
8
/ 10
Genoa Portofino Italy
Genoa Portofino
Genoa and Portofino are generally safe for cruise travelers, but vigilance against petty crime like pickpocketing is advised.
6
/ 10
Naples, Italy
Naples
Travelers in Naples should stay vigilant against petty crime and be cautious of traffic while exploring the city.
8
/ 10
Iraklion (heraklion), Crete
Iraklion
Iraklion is generally safe for tourists, but caution is advised in crowded areas and certain neighborhoods, especially at night.
9
/ 10
Santorini, Greece
Santorini
Santorini is safe for travelers, but they should stay vigilant in crowded areas for pickpocketing and be cautious of traffic hazards.
6
/ 10
Istanbul, Turkey
Istanbul
Travelers in Istanbul should stay vigilant against petty theft and scams, especially in crowded areas, and remain aware of their surroundings.

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 April 23, 2025 FAQ

What's the cheapest cabin on the MSC Fantasia April 23, 2025 cruise?▾

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What's the weather like on the MSC Fantasia April 23, 2025 route?▾

Across the ports visited on this 8-night route, April averages 80°F highs and 37°F lows. See the per-port weather forecast section above for daily detail.

How safe is the April 23, 2025 MSC Fantasia itinerary?▾

This itinerary scores 6.9 out of 10 on the Gangwaze Itinerary Safety Score, averaged across 7 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 Barcelona, Spain on Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at 6:00 PM and returns on Thursday, May 1st, 2025 at 7:00 AM. Total duration: 8 nights.

Who is the cruise director for the MSC Fantasia sailing on April 23, 2025?▾

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

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Last Updated: May 21, 2026