MSC Fantasia itinerary map for April 25, 2025 (7 nights)

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MSC Fantasia
April 25, 2025

7-Night Mediterranean from Genoa aboard MSC Fantasia · Departing April 25, 2025 from the Port of Genoa, Italy.

This 7-night cruise aboard the Fantasia departs from Genoa, Italy on Friday, April 25, 2025 and returns on Friday, May 2nd. April weather across this route averages 79°/38°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.0 out of 10, averaged across 6 ports.

Cruise Length

Night Cruise

Departure Port

Genoa

Italy

Port Stops

Sea Days

Cruise Itinerary Map - Mediterranean from Genoa

MSC Fantasia · April 25, 2025

The MSC Fantasia sails on April 25, 2025 for a Mediterranean from Genoa. The ship will depart the port of Genoa, Italy at 5:00 PM and will return to the port of Trieste, Italy on May 2nd at 9:00 AM. During the 8-day journey, the MSC Fantasia will visit 5 additional ports and will spend 2 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

Mediterranean from Genoa

APR25
Genoa, Italy
A: — - D: 5:00 PM
APR26
Naples, Italy
A: 4:00 PM - D: 10:00 PM
APR27
At Sea
A: — - D: —
APR28
Heraklion
A: 12:01 PM - D: 9:00 PM
APR29
Santorini, Greece
A: 7:00 AM - D: 7:00 PM
APR30
At Sea
A: — - D: —
MAY01
Istanbul, Turkey
A: 12:01 AM - D: 2:00 PM
MAY02
Trieste, Italy
A: 9:00 AM - D: —

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MSC Fantasia Cruise Ports

April 25, 2025 · Mediterranean from Genoa

Day 1•Friday, Apr 25

Genoa, Italy

Arrival: —•Departure: 5:00 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.

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Day 2•Saturday, Apr 26

Naples, Italy

Arrival: 4:00 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 3•Sunday, Apr 27

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 12:00 AM

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

Day 4•Monday, Apr 28

Heraklion

Arrival: 12:01 PM•Departure: 9:00 PM

Iraklion, Crete, has docking at Iraklion Port. Travelers explore Knossos Palace’s Minoan ruins. Excursions visit Phaistos’ ancient sites. Local markets sell raki. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather. Photography captures ancient frescoes and Mediterranean shores. Dining onboard includes dakos, a Cretan salad. Souvenirs, like olive oil, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Minoan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate. Sturdy shoes enhance ruin walks. Iraklion’s ancient heritage offers a fascinating Greek stop, blending archaeological wonders with coastal beauty.

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Day 5•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.

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Day 6•Wednesday, Apr 30

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 12:00 AM

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

Day 7•Thursday, May 1

Istanbul, Turkey

Arrival: 12:01 AM•Departure: 2:00 PM

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.

Port Info Link Port Excursions Link

Day 8•Friday, May 2

Trieste, Italy

Arrival: 9:00 AM•Departure: —

Trieste, Italy, offers docking at Trieste Port. Travelers explore Piazza Unità d’Italia and Miramare Castle. Excursions visit Postojna Cave in Slovenia. Local markets sell gnocchi. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Habsburg architecture and Adriatic vistas. Dining onboard includes jota, a Triestine favorite. Souvenirs, like glass crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Austro-Hungarian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Trieste’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic plazas and scenic coasts, making Trieste an engaging destination for exploring Italy’s Adriatic hub.

Port Info Link Port Excursions Link

Weather Forecast

MSC Fantasia - April 25, 2025 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Genoa, Italy

⛅

April

Typical Weather

81°F

Average High

32°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.09in

Daily average

2.8 in monthly total

MSC Fantasia Shore Excursions

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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

70 / 100

safer than 70% of all cruises

/ 10

Genoa

Genoa is generally safe for cruise travelers, but they should stay vigilant against petty crime and secure their belongings in crowded areas.

/ 10

Naples

Travelers in Naples should stay vigilant against petty crime and be cautious of traffic while exploring the city.

/ 10

Heraklion

Heraklion is generally safe for cruise travelers, but vigilance against petty theft in crowded areas is advised.

/ 10

Santorini

Santorini is safe for travelers, but they should stay vigilant in crowded areas for pickpocketing and be cautious of traffic hazards.

/ 10

Istanbul

Travelers in Istanbul should stay vigilant against petty theft and scams, especially in crowded areas, and remain aware of their surroundings.

/ 10

Trieste

Trieste is generally safe for travelers, but vigilance against petty theft is advised in busy areas and caution is recommended after dark.

Cruise Ship

⚓ 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 25, 2025 FAQ

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What's the weather like on the MSC Fantasia April 25, 2025 route?▾

Across the ports visited on this 7-night route, April averages 79°F highs and 38°F lows. See the per-port weather forecast section above for daily detail.

How safe is the April 25, 2025 MSC Fantasia itinerary?▾

This itinerary scores 7.0 out of 10 on the Gangwaze Itinerary Safety Score, averaged across 6 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 Genoa, Italy on Friday, April 25, 2025 at 5:00 PM and returns on Friday, May 2nd, 2025 at 9:00 AM. Total duration: 7 nights.

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