MSC Fantasia itinerary map for May 16, 2025 (9 nights)
MSC Fantasia itinerary map for May 16, 2025 (9 nights)
9 nights · 7 ports
Round-trip · Istanbul, Turkey
MSCMSC Fantasia

MSC Fantasia
May 16, 2025

9-Night Mediterranean from Istanbul aboard MSC Fantasia · Departing May 16, 2025 from the Port of Istanbul, Turkey.

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This 9-night cruise aboard the Fantasia departs from Istanbul, Turkey on Friday, May 16, 2025 and returns on Sunday, May 25th. May weather across this route averages 90°/47°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.0 out of 10, averaged across 7 ports.

Cruise Length
9
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Istanbul
Turkey
Port Stops
7
Sea Days
2

Cruise Price - MSC Fantasia May 16, 2025

MSC Fantasia · May 16, 2025

The graph below tracks historic price of the MSC Fantasia cruise ship departing May 16, 2025. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,092 ($122 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,219 ($136 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 10%.

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Inside
$1,092
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Oceanview
$1,202
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Balcony
$1,312
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Suite
$2,092

Price History – MSC Fantasia May 16, 2025

inside cabin
MSC Fantasia
May 16, 2025
$1,092
10% vs avg: $1,219

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Cruise Itinerary Map - Mediterranean from Istanbul

MSC Fantasia · May 16, 2025

The MSC Fantasia sails on May 16, 2025 for a Mediterranean from Istanbul. The ship will depart the port of Istanbul, Turkey at 11:00 PM and will return to the port of Istanbul, Turkey on May 25th at 10:00 AM. During the 10-day journey, the MSC Fantasia will visit 6 additional ports and will spend 2 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

Mediterranean from Istanbul

  • MAY16
    Istanbul, Turkey
    Istanbul, Turkey
    A: — - D: 11:00 PM
  • MAY17
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAY18
    Corfu, Greece
    Corfu, Greece
    A: 1:00 PM - D: 9:00 PM
  • MAY19
    Bari, Italy
    Bari, Italy
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 2:00 PM
  • MAY20
    Trieste, Italy
    Trieste, Italy
    A: 9:00 AM - D: 7:00 PM
  • MAY21
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAY22
    Katakolon (Olympia), Greece
    Katakolon (Olympia), Greece
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 3:00 PM
  • MAY23
    Piraeus (Athens), Greece
    Piraeus (Athens), Greece
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • MAY24
    Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey
    Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 3:00 PM
  • MAY25
    Istanbul, Turkey
    Istanbul, Turkey
    A: 10:00 AM - D: —
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MSC Fantasia Cruise Ports

May 16, 2025 · Mediterranean from Istanbul

Istanbul, Turkey — Day 1 of MSC Fantasia May 16, 2025 cruise
Day 1•Friday, May 16

Istanbul, Turkey

Arrival: —•Departure: 11:00 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 LinkPort Excursions Link
Day 2 at sea — MSC Fantasia May 16, 2025 itinerary
Day 2•Saturday, May 17

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.

Corfu, Greece — Day 3 of MSC Fantasia May 16, 2025 cruise
Day 3•Sunday, May 18

Corfu, Greece

Arrival: 1:00 PM•Departure: 9:00 PM

Corfu, Greece, offers docking at Corfu Port. Travelers explore Old Fortress and Achilleion Palace. Excursions include Paleokastritsa’s beaches. Local markets sell kumquat liqueur. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Venetian architecture and Ionian vistas. Dining onboard includes pastitsada, a Corfiot favorite. Souvenirs, like olive oil, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Ionian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while water shoes enhance beach exploration. Corfu’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Greek stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic fortresses and scenic beaches, making Corfu an engaging destination for exploring Greece’s Ionian Islands.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Bari, Italy — Day 4 of MSC Fantasia May 16, 2025 cruise
Day 4•Monday, May 19

Bari, Italy

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 2:00 PM

Bari, Italy, offers docking at Bari Port. Travelers explore Basilica of San Nicola and Bari Vecchia. Excursions visit Alberobello’s trulli houses. Local markets sell orecchiette. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures medieval alleys and Adriatic vistas. Dining onboard includes tiella, an Apulian 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. Bari’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic coasts, making Bari an engaging destination for exploring Italy’s Apulia region.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Trieste, Italy — Day 5 of MSC Fantasia May 16, 2025 cruise
Day 5•Tuesday, May 20

Trieste, Italy

Arrival: 9:00 AM•Departure: 7:00 PM

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 LinkPort Excursions Link
Day 6 at sea — MSC Fantasia May 16, 2025 itinerary
Day 6•Wednesday, May 21

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.

Katakolon (Olympia), Greece — Day 7 of MSC Fantasia May 16, 2025 cruise
Day 7•Thursday, May 22

Katakolon (Olympia), Greece

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 3:00 PM

Katakolon (Olympia), Greece, offers docking at Katakolon Port with excursions to Olympia. Travelers explore Ancient Olympia and Archaeological Museum. Excursions visit Kourouta Beach. Local markets sell loukoumades. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures ancient stadiums and Ionian vistas. Dining onboard includes moussaka, a Greek favorite. Souvenirs, like olive oil, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Peloponnesian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance ruin walks. Katakolon’s historic charm offers a vibrant Greek stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ancient landmarks and scenic beaches, making Katakolon an engaging destination.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Piraeus (Athens), Greece — Day 8 of MSC Fantasia May 16, 2025 cruise
Day 8•Friday, May 23

Piraeus (Athens), Greece

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Piraeus (Athens), Greece, offers docking at Piraeus Port with excursions to Athens. Travelers explore Acropolis and Parthenon. Excursions visit Cape Sounion. Local markets sell souvlaki. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for city tours. Photography captures ancient ruins and Aegean vistas. Dining onboard includes moussaka, a Greek favorite. Souvenirs, like olive oil, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Hellenic history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Piraeus’ cultural gateway offers a vibrant Greek stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of iconic landmarks and scenic coasts, making Piraeus an engaging destination for exploration.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey — Day 9 of MSC Fantasia May 16, 2025 cruise
Day 9•Saturday, May 24

Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 3:00 PM

Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey, offers docking at Kusadasi Port with excursions to Ephesus. Travelers explore Ephesus ruins and Artemis Temple. Excursions visit Virgin Mary’s House. Local markets sell baklava. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures ancient ruins and Aegean vistas. Dining onboard includes kebabs, a Turkish favorite. Souvenirs, like carpet crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Hellenistic history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance ruin walks. Kusadasi’s historic charm offers a vibrant Turkish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of archaeological sites and scenic coasts, making Kusadasi an engaging destination.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Istanbul, Turkey — Day 10 of MSC Fantasia May 16, 2025 cruise
Day 10•Sunday, May 25

Istanbul, Turkey

Arrival: 10:00 AM•Departure: —

Returning to Istanbul, Turkey — see Day 1 above for port info.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link

Weather Forecast

MSC Fantasia - May 16, 2025 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Istanbul, Turkey

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May

Typical Weather

86°F

Average High

45°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.04in

Daily average

1.4 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
70 / 100
safer than 70% of all cruises
70
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.
7
/ 10
Corfu, Greece
Corfu
Travelers to Corfu should remain vigilant in crowded areas to prevent pickpocketing and scams while enjoying the island's attractions.
7
/ 10
Bari, Italy
Bari
Travelers should stay vigilant in Bari, securing belongings and avoiding less populated areas after dark to minimize safety risks.
8
/ 10
Trieste, Italy
Trieste
Trieste is generally safe for travelers, but vigilance against petty theft is advised in busy areas and caution is recommended after dark.
8
/ 10
Katakolon (Olympia), Greece
Katakolon
Katakolon is a safe cruise port with low crime and secure surroundings, allowing travelers to explore Olympia with minimal risk.
7
/ 10
Piraeus (Athens), Greece
Piraeus
Piraeus is generally safe for cruise travelers, but caution is advised at night and in crowded areas due to petty theft and potential disruptions.
7
/ 10
Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey
Kusadasi
Kusadasi is generally safe for travelers, but they should remain vigilant against petty crime and safeguard personal belongings.

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 May 16, 2025 FAQ

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What's the weather like on the MSC Fantasia May 16, 2025 route?▾

Across the ports visited on this 9-night route, May averages 90°F highs and 47°F lows. See the per-port weather forecast section above for daily detail.

How safe is the May 16, 2025 MSC Fantasia itinerary?▾

This itinerary scores 7.0 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 Istanbul, Turkey on Friday, May 16, 2025 at 11:00 PM and returns on Sunday, May 25th, 2025 at 10:00 AM. Total duration: 9 nights.

Who is the cruise director for the MSC Fantasia sailing on May 16, 2025?▾

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

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Last Updated: May 22, 2026