DAY 01 ISTANBUL AIRPORT – VENICE (MARGHERA)
After meeting at Istanbul Airport International Terminal at 03:30 in the morning, departure for Venice at 08:15 aboard Turkish Airlines flight TK1873. Upon arrival in Milan at 09:05 local time, transfer to the port where our ship, the COSTA DELIZIOSA, will depart. Following embarkation and passport control, cabin check-in and free time. Our ship will set sail from the port at 17:00. Dinner and overnight stay on board.
DAY 02 BARI
Our ship will dock at the port of Bari at 14:00. Bari is a coastal port city situated along the Adriatic Sea in southeastern Italy. It is the capital of the Puglia region and the province of Bari. Following breakfast, free time for individual activities and shopping. Guests who wish may join the optional "Bari Alberobello Trulli Houses Tour" organized by the tour guide. Coach transfer to Alberobello in the Murgia region, famous for its typical conical-roofed cylindrical stone dwellings known as “trulli”. A guided walking tour through the narrow streets of this UNESCO World Heritage village, followed by a visit to the Church of Saint Anthony, the only church built in the "trullo" style in the world. A brief panoramic city tour by coach in Bari before returning to the ship. Our ship departs at 20:00. Dinner and overnight stay on board.
DAY 03 CORFU
Our ship will dock at the port of Corfu at 09:00. After breakfast, free time for shopping and personal exploration. Guests who wish may join the optional “Corfu Island Tour” arranged by our guide. On this tour, we will discover Corfu, the jewel of the Ionian Sea. In this charming town characterized by historic French and Venetian architecture, we will see Saint Spyridon Church, Patron Saint Churches, Theotoki Square, and the Venetian Fortress located here. During the free time granted in the historic center, you can purchase handmade souvenirs from exclusive shops nestled in quaint streets or relax at the open-air cafes around the famous Liston promenade. Return to the ship following the tour. Our ship departs at 18:00. Dinner and overnight stay on board.
DAY 04 KOTOR
Our ship will dock at the port of Kotor at 09:00 in the morning. After breakfast, free time for shopping and leisure. Guests who wish may participate in the optional "Kotor and the Fjords Tour" organized by our guide. During this tour, we will see Tivat, Porto Montenegro, Kotor, and Perast, and also take a round-trip boat ride to Our Lady of the Rocks island in Perast. First, we will proceed to Tivat to explore the luxury marina of Porto Montenegro. Next, we will explore Kotor—a UNESCO World Heritage site of natural and historical importance, surrounded by white stone walls under the Mediterranean sun—along with the Bay of Kotor and the historic fortified city. Located in southwestern Montenegro just south of Croatia on the Adriatic coast, Kotor is home to Europe's southernmost and largest fjord after Norway; this natural harbor consists of four bays connected by narrow straits, where bare mountains descend steeply into the sea. Following our guided walking tour of Kotor and free time for personal exploration, we will visit Perast, a picturesque Baroque town renowned for the tiny islets of the Bay of Kotor. In Perast, we will enjoy a boat ride to the islet of "Our Lady of the Rocks" and visit the historic church before returning. After enjoying the sun and sea in Perast, we head back to the ship. Our ship departs at 18:00. Dinner and overnight stay on board.
DAY 05 KORČULA
Our ship will dock at the port of Korčula at 08:00 in the morning. Korčula is an enchanting Croatian island and historic town renowned for its stunning natural beauty and rich heritage. Often referred to as "Black Corfu" due to its dense pine forests, olive groves, and vineyards, the island is revered as the birthplace of the famed explorer Marco Polo. Surrounded by imposing ramparts, the medieval walled town offers a journey back in time with its herringbone-patterned alleys and Gothic-Renaissance architecture. Guests who wish may join the optional tour organized by our guide. Our ship departs at 18:00. Dinner and overnight stay on board.
DAY 06 ZADAR
Our ship will dock at the port of Zadar at 08:00 in the morning. A delightful day awaits you in Zadar, adorned with cobblestone streets resembling narrow labyrinths, fine olive oil, and wine with unmistakable Italian flair. Following breakfast, free time for leisure activities. Guests who wish may join the optional “Zadar City Tour and Gligora Cheese Factory” tour arranged by our guide. Continuously inhabited since 1000 BC, Zadar is one of the most intriguing and oldest urban settlements in the Mediterranean. It became a Roman colony in the 1st century, taking on the character of an imperial city. We will explore the ruins of the Roman Forum, the largest in Croatia and the center of public life in antiquity, stepping through the deep history of this compact city.
Zadar served as the capital of the Dalmatia region from the fall of the Western Roman Empire until the end of World War I. Learn the history of the defensive fortifications erected in the 16th century by the Republic of Venice against Ottoman advances, and admire the Land Gate along with the picturesque Foša harbor.
We will stroll along the city's main and most celebrated thoroughfare, Kalelarga, and view the landmark Church of Saint Donatus and the Cathedral of St. Anastasia.
Zadar is also renowned for the Sea Organ and the Sun Salutation modern art installations situated along the Riva waterfront promenade. As you discover the remarkable concepts behind these modern installations, you will listen to the unique melodies created by the sea waves playing through the Sea Organ.
Afterward, we will visit a family-owned dairy factory to taste their cheeses, made from sheep, goat, and cow milk, alongside Maraschino cherry liqueur crafted from a 16th-century recipe. Gligora Dairy is among the most awarded dairies in Croatia and worldwide. Free time in the city before returning to the ship. Our ship departs at 18:00. Dinner and overnight stay on board.
DAY 07 RIJEKA
Our ship will dock at the port of Rijeka at 08:00 in the morning. Located along Croatia's Adriatic coastline, Rijeka is the country's largest port city, distinguished by its vibrant cultural scene and deep historical roots. Having been under the rule of various empires throughout the centuries, it showcases magnificent Austro-Hungarian architecture alongside rich cultural diversity. With its lively Korzo pedestrian promenade, the historic Trsat Castle, and its colorful carnivals, the city serves as a bustling gateway to the Adriatic islands and the Kvarner Gulf. Guests who wish may participate in the optional tour organized by our guide. Our ship departs at 18:00. Dinner and overnight stay on board.
DAY 08 TRIESTE / VENICE – ISTANBUL AIRPORT
Our ship will dock at the port of Trieste at 08:00 in the morning. Following breakfast on board, we complete our disembarkation procedures and check out. Transfer to Venice Airport by our private vehicle waiting for us. Following passport and baggage procedures, departure for Istanbul at 19:40 on Turkish Airlines flight TK1870. Arrival at Istanbul Airport at 00:20 local time. End of our tour.