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7 Night Mediterranean - Eastern Cruise

DEPARTURE
Apr 22, 2026
SHIP
MSC Sinfonia
PRICE FROM
£814 pp
DURATION
7 Nights

Itinerary

Istanbul

Turkey
Day 1

The only city in the world that can lay claim to straddling two continents, Istanbul—once known as Constantinople, capital of the Byzantine and then the Ottoman Empire—has for centuries been a bustling metropolis with one foot in Europe and the other in Asia. Istanbul embraces this enviable position with both a certain chaos and inventiveness, ever evolving as one of the world’s most cosmopolitan crossroads. It’s often said that Istanbul is the meeting point of East and West, but visitors to this city built over the former capital of two great empires are likely to be just as impressed by the juxtaposition of old and new. Office towers creep up behind historic palaces, women in chic designer outfits pass others wearing long skirts and head coverings, peddlers’ pushcarts vie with battered old Fiats and shiny BMWs for dominance of the noisy, narrow streets, and the Grand Bazaar competes with modern shopping malls. At dawn, when the muezzin's call to prayer resounds from ancient minarets, there are inevitably a few hearty revelers still making their way home from nightclubs and bars. Most visitors to this sprawling city of more than 14 million will first set foot in the relatively compact Old City, where the legacy of the Byzantine and Ottoman empires can be seen in monumental works of architecture like the brilliant Aya Sofya and the beautifully proportioned mosques built by the great architect Sinan. Though it would be easy to spend days, if not weeks, exploring the wealth of attractions in the historical peninsula, visitors should make sure also to venture elsewhere in order to experience the vibrancy of contemporary Istanbul. With a lively nightlife propelled by its young population and an exciting arts scene that’s increasingly on the international radar—thanks in part to its stint as the European Capital of Culture in 2010—Istanbul is truly a city that never sleeps. It’s also a place where visitors will feel welcome: Istanbul may be on the Bosphorus, but at heart it’s a Mediterranean city, whose friendly inhabitants are effusively social and eager to share what they love most about it.

DURATION
7 Nights
MSC Sinfonia
by MSC Cruises
FROM
Istanbul, Turkey
DEPARTURE
Apr 22, 2026
ARRIVAL AT
Istanbul
ARRIVAL
Apr 29, 2026
LIFESTYLE
Accessible Cruising
Family
Romantic Getaway

About this cruise

MSC Sinfonia pays homage to the symphonies of the great composers in a thoroughly modern reinterpretation of the classic cruise experience.

Stylish designer interiors combine clean lines and every modern comfort with the warmth of traditional natural wood, brass and marble, bringing each stunning venue on this ship its own unique feel.

Available dates

April 2026

Stateroom Options

  • InsideFROM£814 pp
  • OceanviewFROM£914 pp
  • BalconyFROM£1,154 pp
  • SuiteFROM£1,374 pp
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II Galeone

II Galeone can be found on Deck 5.

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II Galeone

II Galeone can be found on Deck 5.

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II Galeone

II Galeone can be found on Deck 5.

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II Galeone

II Galeone can be found on Deck 5.

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II Galeone

II Galeone can be found on Deck 5.

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II Galeone

II Galeone can be found on Deck 5.

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II Galeone

II Galeone can be found on Deck 5.

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MSC Sinfonia

MSC Cruises

FROM

£814 pp

  • What's included?
  • The below amenities and services are included in your selected cruise fare. By choosing a promotion during the booking process you may be entitled to additional amenities or services, depending on the particular offer.

    Included benefits

    • Flights, when booked as a fly-cruise package. All fly-cruise packages by MSC Cruises are financially protected by the ATOL scheme under no 4316. ATOL Certificates are sent following booking confirmation.

    Bella Experience

    • Cabin type selection (Guarantee cabins only - cabin number will be disclosed prior to departure)
    • Modern Ships & Elegant cabins
    • Cruise change for a fee
    • MSC for Me app (Available for guests travelling on MSC Seashore, MSC Virtuosa, MSC Bellissima, MSC Grandiosa, MSC Meraviglia, MSC Seaside, MSC Seaview.The MSC for Me programme is also available on MSC Splendida and on MSC Magnifica, however it has reduced programme features.)
    • Discounted drink package option available at the time of booking
    • Extensive buffet with a wide array of cuisine
    • Main restaurants serving gourmet meals accommodating a variety of dietary restrictions
    • Gratuities
    • Varied programme of Broadway-style theatre shows available almost every day
    • Pool area
    • Open-air sports facilities (Power Walking Track, Basketball, etc)
    • Well-equipped gym with panoramic view
    • Entertainment activities for adults, infants and children (Clubs, etc) & Recreational activities for children
    • Qualified multilingual personnel

    Fantastica Experience includes all Bella benefits, plus:

    • 1 free cruise change
    • 24-hour room service (delivery for a fee)
    •  Breakfast in cabin (delivery for free)
    • Chance to request preferred dinner sitting (subject to availability)
    • 20% discount on a dedicated speciality restaurant prepaid package
    • Available with Balcony, Oceanview, and Interior Cabins

    Aurea Experience includes all Fantastica benefits, plus:

    • 24-hour room service (delivery is free)
    • Welcome package (Prosecco + chocolate)
    • Free time dining with My Choice dining in a dedicated restaurant or area
    • Free access to the Top Exclusive Solarium
    • Relaxation amenities in each cabin (including bathrobe and slippers)
    • Access to thermal area (for adults only)
    • 40% discount on a dedicated Spa prepaid package
    • 10% discount on all spa treatments purchased on board
    • Pillow menu
    • Priority boarding & luggage drop off
    • Available with Suites and Balcony cabins in the best locations (highest decks or close to the Spa)
    • MSC Yacht Club (Available on board MSC World Europa, MSC Seascape, MSC Seashore, MSC Virtuosa, MSC Grandiosa, MSC Bellissima, MSC Seaview, MSC Seaside, MSC Meraviglia, MSC Preziosa, MSC Divina, MSC Splendida and MSC Fantasia):
    • Private Entrance (Dedicated priority check-in and check-out as well as priority departure and return on excursion days)
    • 24 hour Classic Butler Service and Dedicated Concierge
    • Private venues & elegant amenities
    • An exclusive fine-dining restaurant
    • Unlimited Drinks
    • Superior suite accommodation
    •  A complete all-inclusive experience
    • Privileged access to the industry-leading amenities, entertainment & services of the ship
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