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France, Spain, Italy Cruise itinerary - MSC Cruises

France, Spain, Italy

7 nights sailing from Genoa (Italy) on cruise ship MSC Fantasia

Itinerary: Sailing from Genoa (Italy), visiting Marseille (France), Tarragona (Catalonia), Valencia (Spain), Livorno (Florence/Pisa), Civitavecchia (Rome), ending in Genoa (Italy).

Other embarkation ports : from Civitavecchia from Tarragona from Valencia from Marseille

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£654

May 2024

£569

Jun 2024

£673

Jul 2024

£730

Aug 2024

£635

Sep 2024

£616

Oct 2024

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Inside

Bella Inside IB

Deluxe Interior IR1

Deluxe Interior IR2

Ocean View

Ocean View (Bella experience) OB

Premium Ocean View OL1

Premium Ocean View OL2

Premium Ocean View OL3

Balcony

Balcony (Bella experience) BB

Deluxe Balcony Partial View BP

Premium Balcony Ocean View BL1

Premium Balcony Ocean View BL2

Premium Balcony Ocean View BL3

Balcony Aurea BA

Suite

Deluxe Suite Aurea SRS

Premium Suite Aurea SLS

Premium Suite Aurea SL1

Grand Suite Aurea SX

Deluxe Suite Yatch Club YC1

Yatch Club Grand Suite YCP

01 May

£749

£579

£609

£629

£689

£729

£749

£768

£829

£859

£879

£969

£2,165

£1,529

£1,609

£1,699

£1,789

£2,165

£2,369

08 May

£1,595

£579

£709

£619

£669

£709

£729

£759

£779

£799

£819

£839

£919

£1,595

£1,599

£1,595

£1,680

£1,766

£2,250

£2,336

15 May

£2,231

£689

£719

£729

£779

£819

£829

£839

£879

£889

£909

£969

£959

£1,039

£2,231

£1,599

£1,699

£1,789

£1,879

£2,231

£2,317

22 May

£654

£719

£729

£740

£778

£829

£797

£854

£909

£929

£959

£979

£1,059

£1,519

£1,595

£1,680

£2,212

£2,298

29 May

£673

£739

£721

£778

£816

£825

£879

£873

£892

£959

£939

£958

£1,044

£1,519

£1,595

£1,680

£2,231

£2,317

05 Jun

£2,279

12 Jun

£588

£616

£669

£692

£769

£779

£759

£797

£816

£844

£863

£892

£977

£1,490

£1,566

£1,652

£1,737

£2,298

£2,383

19 Jun

£588

£616

£635

£683

£721

£730

£740

£778

£797

£816

£835

£863

£939

£1,443

£1,519

£1,604

£2,174

£2,260

26 Jun

£569

£597

£616

£683

£721

£730

£749

£787

£806

£835

£863

£882

£977

£1,443

£1,519

£1,604

£1,690

£2,174

£2,260

03 Jul

£787

£825

£844

£901

£1,039

£969

£968

£1,006

£1,025

£1,044

£1,072

£1,091

£1,186

£1,528

£1,604

£2,952

£3,095

£2,231

10 Jul

£759

£797

£806

£863

£949

£959

£930

£968

£987

£1,006

£1,034

£1,053

£1,139

£1,547

£1,623

£2,962

£3,104

£2,279

£2,569

17 Jul

£673

£711

£759

£778

£816

£825

£835

£873

£892

£911

£939

£958

£1,044

£1,557

£1,619

£1,557

£2,895

£3,278

£2,212

£2,569

24 Jul

£778

£779

£778

£787

£892

£889

£1,009

£892

£901

£939

£958

£977

£1,006

£1,025

£1,110

£1,547

£1,623

£3,000

£3,142

£2,279

31 Jul

£702

£740

£749

£806

£844

£854

£873

£911

£920

£949

£968

£996

£1,082

£1,509

£1,585

£2,962

£3,104

£2,241

£2,619

07 Aug

£854

£882

£901

£958

£996

£1,006

£1,025

£1,063

£1,082

£1,110

£1,129

£1,158

£1,243

£1,614

£1,690

£3,066

£3,209

£2,317

14 Aug

£797

£839

£797

£889

£930

£949

£959

£999

£930

£977

£987

£1,015

£1,034

£1,063

£1,148

£1,528

£1,604

£2,981

£3,123

£2,193

£2,569

21 Aug

£730

£759

£778

£835

£873

£882

£892

£939

£949

£977

£996

£1,025

£1,110

£1,490

£1,566

£2,943

£3,085

£2,193

28 Aug

£759

£787

£849

£863

£949

£959

£920

£968

£977

£1,006

£1,025

£1,053

£1,139

£1,566

£1,642

£2,981

£3,123

£2,269

£2,569

04 Sep

£721

£679

£739

£721

£835

£819

£859

£839

£835

£882

£892

£920

£939

£968

£1,053

£1,566

£1,642

£1,728

£1,813

£2,269

£2,355

11 Sep

£692

£721

£740

£835

£829

£869

£835

£854

£892

£901

£920

£949

£968

£1,053

£1,509

£1,585

£1,671

£1,756

£2,317

£2,402

18 Sep

£730

£759

£778

£835

£873

£882

£892

£930

£949

£968

£996

£1,015

£1,101

£1,528

£1,604

£1,690

£1,775

£2,212

£2,298

25 Sep

£635

£664

£683

£778

£779

£778

£787

£797

£835

£854

£882

£901

£930

£1,015

£1,433

£1,509

£1,595

£1,680

£2,127

£2,212

02 Oct

£730

£759

£778

£873

£879

£873

£882

£892

£930

£949

£977

£996

£1,025

£1,110

£1,519

£1,595

£1,680

£1,766

£2,165

£2,250

09 Oct

£616

£589

£616

£635

£730

£689

£730

£779

£799

£835

£854

£873

£839

£911

£996

£1,528

£1,604

£1,690

£1,775

£2,165

£2,250

16 Oct

£654

£599

£654

£699

£740

£768

£778

£797

£825

£844

£863

£882

£911

£987

£1,509

£1,585

£1,671

£1,756

£2,260

£2,369

Discover MSC Experiences & cabins

Bella Experience

The impressive experience of Bella is an excellent value option to enjoy the comforts of life on board in a modern and elegant style, designed to ensure a pleasant stay on board. Includes: ...

Fantastica Experience

Fantastica´ experience offers a superior level of comfort and service. Fantasia experience will give you all Bella benefits plus some extra ones too such as one free cruise change, the opportunity to choose the cabin and its location, breakfast in c...

Aurea´ Experience

Aurea experience offers a series of relaxing benefits for body and soul. Suites and Balcony in the best locations These cabins include Priority boarding, 24-hour room service (free delivery), Welcome package, the option to dine any time you choose, F...

MSC Yacht Club Experience

A unique experience that combines the comfort and service of a private yacht with access to the extensive leisure facilities of a modern cruise ship. What’s included? Access to the panoramic Top Sail Lounge with bar, afternoon tea service, light food...

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Cruise Itinerary

Full Itinerary

Day 1 Genoa (Italy) Embarkation | Departure: 18:00H

Day 2 Marseille (France) Arrival time: 09:00H | Departure: 18:00H 9 hours in destination

Day 3 Tarragona (Catalonia) Arrival time: 09:00H | Departure: 18:00H 9 hours in destination

Day 4 Valencia (Spain) Arrival time: 07:00H | Departure: 18:00H 11 hours in destination

Day 5 at sea Arrival time: N:/AH | Departure: N:/AH

Day 6 Livorno (Florence/Pisa) Arrival time: 07:00H | Departure: 20:00H 13 hours in destination

Day 7 Civitavecchia (Rome) Arrival time: 07:00H | Departure: 19:00H 12 hours in destination

Day 8 Genoa (Italy) Arrival time: 09:00H

France, Spain, Italy

7 nights Cruise on MSC Fantasia. Sailing from Genoa (Italy), visiting Marseille (France), Tarragona (Catalonia), Valencia (Spain), Livorno (Florence/Pisa), Civitavecchia (Rome), ending in Genoa (Italy).

Genoa (Italy)

Embarkation | Departure: 18:00H

Genoa is the capital of Liguria and the sixth largest city in Italy. Genoa is one of Europe's largest cities on the Mediterranean Sea and the largest seaport in Italy. Genoa has been nicknamed the Superb one due to its glorious past and impressive landmarks. Part of the old town of Genoa was inscribed on the World Heritage List UNESCO. The city's rich art, music, gastronomy, architecture and history allowed it to became the 2004 Europeam Capital of Culture. It is the birthplace of Christopher Columbus.

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Marseille (France)

Arrival time: 09:00H | Departure: 18:00H | 9 hours in destination

Marseille is the second largest city in France, after Paris and is the third largest urban area and metropolitan area after Lyon. Marseille is the capital of the Provence Alpes Côte dAzur region, as well as the capital of the Bouches du Rhône department. The Quai des Belges at the end of the harbour is the site of the daily fish market. The Old Port or Vieux Port is the main harbour and marina of the city. It is guarded by two massive forts (Fort St Nicolas and Fort Saint Jean) and is one the main places to eat in the city. Things to See & Do: Old Port area, Abbey of Saint Victor, The Centre Bourse and the adjacent rue St Ferreol district the main shopping area & Museums and historical buildings.

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Tarragona (Catalonia)

Arrival time: 09:00H | Departure: 18:00H | 9 hours in destination

Tarragona is a port city in Catalonia in northeastern Spain. Many building remains from the time of the Roman colony of Tarraco have been preserved: the amphitheater of Tarragona from the 2nd century, which stands directly on the Mediterranean Sea, the necropolis with Roman tombs and the remains of the forum are in the medieval old town surrounded by a wall. A walk along the ramparts, the Passeig Arqueològic, offers sweeping views of the city. This iconic coastal city is just over an hour away by train from Barcelona, making it easy to experience some of the best things to do in Barcelona with just a day-trip if you wish to.

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Valencia (Spain)

Arrival time: 07:00H | Departure: 18:00H | 11 hours in destination

Valencia is the capital of the province with the same name, situated on the eastern coast of the Spanish territory, which is accessible by air, land (rail and highway) and sea. The Maritime Station is one of the most modern facilities in Spain. The modern style pier where the Cruises depart from or the “Golondrinas” boats that can take you for a nice ride along the dock. Nearby, you will find the Royal Atarazanas, a historic monument in the Maritime Museum.

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Livorno (Florence/Pisa)

Arrival time: 07:00H | Departure: 20:00H | 13 hours in destination

Livorno , English traditionally Leghorn is a port city on the Ligurian Sea on the western coast of Tuscany, Italy. It is the capital of the Province of Livorno. Places of Interest:The New Venice district retains much of its original town planning and architectural features such as the bridges, narrow lanes, the noblemen´s houses and a dense network of canals that once served to link its warehouses to the port.The Old English Cemetery is the oldest foreign Protestant burial ground in Italy.The Museo Mascagnano houses memorabilia, documents and operas by the great composer Pietro Mascagni, who lived here. Every year some of his operas are traditionally played during the lyric music season, which is organised by the Traditional Theatre of Livorno. Also the Terrazza Mascagni, a walkway divided from the sea by a handrail, is named in his honor. Up in the hills the Sanctuary of Montenero, dedicated to Our Lady of Graces, the patron saint of Tuscany, is a destination for pilgrims. "Monument of the Four Moors", is dedicated to Grand Duke Ferdinando I de´ Medici of Tuscany, and is one of the most important monuments of Livorno. The Piazza della Repubblica contains two important monuments of Italian politicians important to the unification. A large canal passes under the square, which serves as a bridge over it. The old red brick fortress, was built during the Medici years, and defended the city from attack by pirates.

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Civitavecchia (Rome)

Arrival time: 07:00H | Departure: 19:00H | 12 hours in destination

Civitavecchia is the city of Rome´s port on the Tyrrhenian Sea. The harbour is formed by two piers and a breakwater, on which is a lighthouse. The name Civitavecchia means ancient town. There, the Eternal City lies before us in large format architectural and artistic sculptures such as the Colosseum, the most important monument of ancient Rome and used for public entertainment. Do not miss the Trevi Fountain and make a wish while you throw a coin back and continues to the Pantheon, one of the best preserved monuments of antiquity, Piazza Navona and the Vatican City. Take a walk through the Plaza of Spain and rest on the steps of Trinita dei Monti before heading to Via Condotti, wide avenue lined with shops.

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Genoa (Italy)

Arrival time: 09:00H

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If you’re looking for a really special cruise holiday experience, join MSC Fantasia and see how cruising has evolved. It operates in winter and summer.

MSC Fantasia is a modern cruise ship with a little extra Italian style added for good measure, offering extraordinary levels of comfort, entertainment and safety whilst employing cutting-edge technology to safeguard the environment. The MSC Aurea Spa features a thermal cave with treatments to enhance both beauty and health. MSC Fantasia has an exclusive VIP area: the MSC Yacht Club with 71 spacious suites, a bar, solarium, 2 hydro-massage pools, a swimming pool, an exclusive a la carte French restaurant and observation lounge with bar, where huge glass windows enable guests to make the most of the amazing views. A butler service will operate throughout the VIP area, organising and arranging on board anything you could think of. For the very first time on board a cruise ship guests will walk on a Swarovski crystal floor. A transparent ceiling also permits the guests to experience all the magic of sailing as they gaze at the starlit skies.

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Inaugurated 2008

Beam 38 m.

Length 333 m.

Tonnage 137936 tn.

Occupancy 4363

Crew 1370

Ratio passenger / crew Standard 3:1

Ratio tonnage/passengers Very good 32:1

Number of decks 13

Number of staterooms 1637

Number of interior staterooms 294

Number of staterooms with balcony 1258

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MSC Fantasia's highlights

MSC Yacht Club

Make your experience more exclusive with the MSC Yacht Club. A yacht inside the ship that offers luxury environments, premium service and greater privacy. Enjoy all the benefits such as private entrance, butler service, ...

I Tropici Covered pool

Relax in this indoor pool and whirlpool baths ideal to get your energy back.

Entertainment programmes

The inexhaustible dedication of MSC Cruises to its passengers is more than evident in the unbeatable entertainment programs and facilities on board MSC Fantasia, with its incredible theater of 1600 seats, L'Avanguardia, ...

Top 18 wtih spectacular view

Do you want to sunbathe in peace and in complete privacy? Put yourself in the sun in style in this sanctuary of serenity exclusively for adults. Top 18 has a top space on the deck and with spectacular sea views, not forg...

MSC Aurea Spa

Take advantage of the cruise to improve your well-being, balance and beauty and visit the luxurious MSC Aurea Spa. Choose from a wide range of treatments from Balinese massage to sauna or jacuzzi so you can relax and rej...

La Cantina Toscana

True connoisseurs can find the most famous Italian wines in La Cantina Toscana, a wine bar that welcomes passengers in an environment inspired by the quiet Tuscan hills and the Chianti vineyards. Every day, special wine ...

4-D Cinema

In this interactive 4-D cinema, not only do you see and hear but you can also smell and feel!

Red Velvet Restaurant

The Red Velvet Restaurant outstands for the details of its furniture, from red velvet cushions, Murano glass lamps, refined porcelain, to glass vases and silver cutlery. Every night, Red Velvet offers a different menu in...

F1 Simulator

On board the MSC Fantasia, fun is guaranteed. On deck 18 you can experience the adrenaline of driving like on an F1 circuit.

Sports Bar

Sports Bar offers a menu inspired by sports, offering international dishes and creative snacks, such as grilled york ham delicacies or Greek shrimp kebabs. It also serves a wide selection of the most popular drinks and b...

Manhattan Bar

The Manhattan Bar's drinks list is inspired by jazz music: whiskey, cognac, aged brandy, the best brands of vodka and gin and aged tequila.

Tex Mex El Sombrero Restaurant

Lovers of Spicy food will really like the Tex Mex El Sombrero restaurant. Try all the flavors of Mexican cuisine: Texas steaks, enchiladas, fajitas, burritos, tacos, guacamole, tortillas, all accompanied by Mexican beer,...

Piazza San Giorgio

Try the delights of the Piazza de San Giorgio. In this piazza our customers will have a bar, ice cream, pastry and chocolate, in the style of the Willy Wonka chocolate factory. Dishes include bavaroise cream with almonds...

L'Etoile Restaurant

For those looking for a romantic atmosphere, the L'Etoile restaurant, inspired by the Parisian Belle Epoque, with an à la carte French cuisine, is the ideal choice with its soft lighting and candlelight.

Il Cerchio d'Oro Restaurant

The Il Cerchio d'Oro restaurant, on the stern of the ship, has an impressive panorama that inspires the theme of transparency and light that is used in the design of the restaurant. This restaurant offers a varied Medite...

Il Cappuccino

In the Il Cappuccino coffee bar, the interior design is inspired by the aroma of chocolate, evoked by the walls in the form of chocolate bars.

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What's included onboard?

Meals at the main restaurants or at the buffett restaurants are included (fees are applied for speciality restaurants)

Daily service charges/gratuities are included as part of the cruise fare at no extra cost.

Port taxes are included in the price

Accommodation in well appointed cabins

Water, coffee and some juices are included in certain areas of the ship.

Children and Teens Clubs are included with outstanding programme activities and services

All on-board activities such as group games, competitions, quizzes, crafts classes are included.

Future Cruise benefits when booking your next cruise on board

There is no admission charge for any of the nightclubs or discos on MSC's ships

Most evening shows are free to enjoy

Free entry to the casino, slot machines and gaming areas.

Access to the gym is free of charge

What's not included?

A 15% Bar Service Charge is automatically added to all food and beverage purchases, with the exception of the All Inclusive Fare, the prepaid Dining Packages and Beverage Packages

Shore excursions and purchases at the onboard shops are not included. Treatments or massages at the beauty salon or at the MSC Aurea Spa are also not included.

Drinks are only included if you have booked the All Inclusive Fare or if you have booked the Standard Fare and added a Drinks Package (in this case the drinks included on board with correspond to the package booked). If you have not booked any of these, the drinks will not be included and must be paid on board Plus a 15% Bar Service Charge will be automatically added to all purchases, (with the exception of the prepaid All-inclusive drinks packages or the All-inclusive fares that also include de bar service charges)

Spa access and services (charges apply, except access to the thermal area for Aurea and Yacht Club cabins and suites).

Speaciality restaurants (fees apply).

There is a fee to use the facilities in the Internet café.

Travel and/or Health Insurance. Passengers are strongly recommended to have comprehensive travel health insurance covering medical treatment and repatriation costs and expenses.

Your benefits & more

Tips included!
Service Charges (Gratuities) are included in the cruise fare.

Service Charges (Gratuities) are included in the cruise fare. MSC Cruises does not recommend tipping individual members of staff.
Hot Drinks & Water
Complimentary mineral water, American coffee and/or tea during lunch and dinner in main dining room included.

The hot drinks and water will be offered to guests during lunch and dinner in the main dining room.

What you need to know

Future Cruise Programme

Guests who book their next MSC Cruises sailing while onboard will be rewarded with a reduced deposit starting from £100 per person, a shipboard credit of up to £200, a greater flexibility valid up until final payment is done and the best price guarantee, now applicable up to 90 days prior to sailing date

Travelling with children

Do you have children travelling? Please Read: All minors travelling without their parent or legal guardian must arrive with written consent that those in the party they are with have consent of their parent/legal guardian for them to travel, and also that they will assume responsibility for the minors on-board and in the case of an emergency. Guests may be required to provide a signed letter of consent from the absent parent/legal guardian providing authorisation to travel with the minor, along with a copy of the child’s birth certificate showing both parents and a copy of photographic identification of the missing parent/legal guardian. If the legal guardian or parent has remarried and has a different surname to the minor they must bring proof such as copies of the birth, marriage, divorce certificates.