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Weather data for each port of call is available in the per-port weather forecast section, with monthly climate averages for the sailing month.

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The MSC Fantasia departs on May 3rd, 2026 and returns 9 nights later.

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MSCMSC Fantasia

MSC Fantasia
May 3, 2026

9-Night Eastern Mediterranean aboard MSC Fantasia · Departing May 3, 2026 from the Port of Trieste, Italy.

// AT A GLANCE

This 9-night cruise aboard the Fantasia departs from Trieste, Italy on Sunday, May 3, 2026 and returns on Tuesday, May 12th. May weather across this route averages 89°/47°F.

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

ITINERARY SAFETY SCORE

MODERATE TIER

Safer than 70% of all cruises

Ranked across every sailing in our database.

LEAST SAFESAFEST

FULL BREAKDOWN →

night cruise

Sun → Tue

Trieste

departure port

Italy

port stops

Mediterranean

sea days

Day 2

// ON THIS PAGE09 SECTIONS

01Roll Call↓02Cruise Price Tracker↓03Itinerary map↓04Cruise ports↓05Weather↓06Shore excursions↓07Safety score↓08Cruise ship↓09FAQ↓

// WHO'S ONBOARD YOUR CRUISE

MSC Fantasia May 3, 2026 Roll Call

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// 7 CRUISERS · LOCKED

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// 02 · CRUISE PRICE

MSC Fantasia May 3, 2026 Price & Tracking

MSC FANTASIA·MAY 3, 2026

The graph below tracks historic price of the MSC Fantasia cruise ship departing May 3, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $776 ($87 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,299 ($145 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 40%.

// PRICE HISTORY · INSIDE

Last 6 months · refreshes daily

This cabin

Avg $1,314

LIVE RATE

INSIDE CABIN

MSC Fantasia · May 3, 2026

$776

$87 per night · 9 nights

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41% below average

Avg $1,314 · You save $538

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MSC Fantasia May 3, 2026 — recent price snapshots

Date

Inside

Oceanview

Balcony

Suite

May 5, 2026

$776

$926

$1,036

$2,288

May 4, 2026

$776

$926

$1,036

$2,288

May 2, 2026

$775

$925

$1,035

$2,288

May 1, 2026

$775

$925

$1,035

$2,288

Apr 30, 2026

$775

$925

$1,035

$1,736

Apr 28, 2026

$775

$925

$1,035

$1,735

Apr 27, 2026

$775

$925

$1,035

$1,735

Apr 25, 2026

$775

$925

$1,035

$1,735

Apr 23, 2026

$775

$925

$1,035

$1,735

Apr 21, 2026

$775

$925

$1,035

$1,735

// 03 · ITINERARY

9 Night Eastern Mediterranean (Trieste Roundtrip) Cruise Map

Interactive Itinerary MapMAY 3, 2026

The MSC Fantasia sails on May 3, 2026 for a 9 Night Eastern Mediterranean (Trieste Roundtrip) (Trieste Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Trieste, Italy at 7:00 PM and will return to the port of Trieste, Italy on May 12th at 9:00 AM. During the 10-day journey, the MSC Fantasia will visit 6 additional ports and will spend 2 days at sea.

// CRUISE PORT SCHEDULE

MSC Fantasia

MAY 3, 2026

10 STOPSSCROLL FOR ALL ↓

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9 NIGHTS · 6 PORTS

ROUND-TRIP · TRIESTE

// 04 · PORTS

9 Night Eastern Mediterranean (Trieste Roundtrip) Port List

MSC Fantasia·May 3, 2026

DAY

EMBARKATION

SUNDAY·MAY 3

Trieste

Italy

ARRIVAL

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.

MAY FORECAST

62°F avg · Avg

Excursion options Full port info

Katakolon (Olympia), Greece — Day 3 of MSC Fantasia May 3, 2026 cruise

DAY

PORT 2

TUESDAY·MAY 5

Katakolon (Olympia)

Greece

ARRIVAL

DEPARTURE

8:00 AM

4:00 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.

MAY FORECAST

71°F avg · Avg

Excursion options Full port info

Piraeus (Athens), Greece — Day 4 of MSC Fantasia May 3, 2026 cruise

DAY

PORT 3

WEDNESDAY·MAY 6

Piraeus (Athens)

Greece

ARRIVAL

DEPARTURE

8:00 AM

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.

MAY FORECAST

72°F avg · Avg

Excursion options Full port info

Izmir, Turkey — Day 5 of MSC Fantasia May 3, 2026 cruise

DAY

PORT 4

THURSDAY·MAY 7

Izmir

Turkey

ARRIVAL

DEPARTURE

8:00 AM

4:00 PM

Izmir, Turkey, has docking at Izmir Port. Travelers explore Ephesus’ ancient ruins, a UNESCO site. Excursions visit the House of Virgin Mary. Local markets sell Turkish delight. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather. Photography captures Roman columns and Aegean shores. Dining onboard includes döner kebab, a Turkish favorite. Souvenirs, like evil eye charms, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover ancient history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate. Comfortable shoes enhance ruin tours. Izmir’s historic richness offers a vibrant Turkish stop, blending archaeology with coastal charm.

MAY FORECAST

72°F avg · Avg

Excursion options Full port info

Istanbul, Turkey — Day 6 of MSC Fantasia May 3, 2026 cruise

DAY

PORT 5

FRIDAY·MAY 8

Istanbul

Turkey

ARRIVAL

DEPARTURE

9:00 AM

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.

MAY FORECAST

66°F avg · Avg

Excursion options Full port info

Corfu, Greece — Day 8 of MSC Fantasia May 3, 2026 cruise

DAY

PORT 7

SUNDAY·MAY 10

Corfu

Greece

ARRIVAL

DEPARTURE

1:00 PM

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.

MAY FORECAST

69°F avg · Avg

Excursion options Full port info

Bari, Italy — Day 9 of MSC Fantasia May 3, 2026 cruise

DAY

PORT 8

MONDAY·MAY 11

Bari

Italy

ARRIVAL

DEPARTURE

7:00 AM

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.

MAY FORECAST

70°F avg · Avg

Excursion options Full port info

Trieste, Italy — Day 10 of MSC Fantasia May 3, 2026 cruise

DAY

DISEMBARKATION

TUESDAY·MAY 12

Trieste

Italy

ARRIVAL

DEPARTURE

9:00 AM

—

Returning to Trieste — see Day 1 above for port info.

MAY FORECAST

62°F avg · Avg

Excursion options Full port info

// 05 · WEATHER

9 Night Eastern Mediterranean (Trieste Roundtrip) Weather Forecast

MSC Fantasia·May 3, 2026

MAY FORECAST · TRIESTE

Historical monthly averages for travelers visiting this port.

62°

AVG · °F

Mostly sunny days

AVG HIGH

83°

AVG LOW

42°

AVG RAINFALL

3.5"

Source: 30-year historical climate averages via Open-Meteo

// YEAR-ROUND AT TRIESTE

Average monthly temperature and rainfall. Your sail month is highlighted.

AVG TEMP °FRAINFALL IN

// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS

MSC Fantasia May 3, 2026 Excursions

MSC Fantasia·May 3, 2026

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.

// BROWSE BY PORT

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// 07 · SAFETY SCORE

Itinerary Safety Score

9 Night Eastern Mediterranean (Trieste Roundtrip)

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 AVERAGE

MODERATE TIER

LOWHIGH

Safer than 70% of all cruises

7.0/10 itinerary average · ranked across every sailing in our database.

LEAST SAFESAFEST

// HOW WE SCORE

Four signals, weighted by recency.

Scores combine recent crime reports, government travel advisories, Global Peace Index rankings, and port-specific security incidents. Refreshed monthly.

8.0 – 10.0

Safe — Low-risk; standard precautions apply.

6.5 – 7.9

Moderate — Generally safe with normal vigilance.

5.0 – 6.4

Caution — Stay alert; avoid certain areas after dark.

0 – 4.9

High caution — Significant risk; book guided excursions.

REFRESHED MONTHLY

// PORT-BY-PORT BREAKDOWN07 PORTS

01

Trieste 🇮🇹

Italy · ItalyMODERATE

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

0.0/10

SAFETY SCORE

02

Katakolon (Olympia) 🇬🇷

Greece · GreeceMODERATE

Katakolon is a safe cruise port with low crime and secure surroundings, allowing travelers to explore Olympia with minimal risk.

0.0/10

SAFETY SCORE

03

Piraeus (Athens) 🇬🇷

Greece · GreeceMODERATE

Piraeus is generally safe for cruise travelers, but caution is advised at night and in crowded areas due to petty theft and potential disruptions.

0.0/10

SAFETY SCORE

04

Izmir 🇹🇷

Turkey · TurkeyMODERATE

Travelers should remain vigilant in Izmir, especially at night and in tourist areas, due to petty crime and occasional civil unrest.

0.0/10

SAFETY SCORE

05

Istanbul 🇹🇷

Turkey · TurkeyCAUTION

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

0.0/10

SAFETY SCORE

06

Corfu 🇬🇷

Greece · GreeceMODERATE

Travelers to Corfu should remain vigilant in crowded areas to prevent pickpocketing and scams while enjoying the island's attractions.

0.0/10

SAFETY SCORE

07

Bari 🇮🇹

Italy · ItalyMODERATE

Travelers should stay vigilant in Bari, securing belongings and avoiding less populated areas after dark to minimize safety risks.

0.0/10

SAFETY SCORE

// 08 · CRUISE SHIP

MSC Fantasia Ship Overview

Specs & DetailsMSC

MSC · FANTASIA

CHRISTENED

2008

STATEROOMS

1,635

TONNAGE

137,936GT

1.1% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 136,380 GT

YEAR BUILT

2008

5 YEARS OLDER· vs avg 2013

LENGTH

1,093ft

6.1% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 1,030 ft

PASSENGER COUNT

3,274cruisers

27.1% BELOW AVG· vs avg 4,494 cruisers

// ABOUT THE SHIP

The MSC 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 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.