COSTA FAVOLOSA with ANDALUSIAN TREASURES & WESTERN MEDITERRANEAN & GIBRALTAR & PORTUGAL 01.DAY ISTANBUL AIRPORT – MILAN - SAVONA Meeting at Istanbul Airport International Terminal at 03:30 in the morning, followed by the flight TK1873 of Turkish Airlines, departing for Milan at 06:50. We arrive in Milan at 08:45 local time and transfer to the port of Savona, where our ship COSTA FAVOLOSA will depart. After check-in and passport procedures, we settle into our cabins and have free time. Our ship will depart the port at 17:30. Dinner and overnight on the ship. 02.DAY MARSEILLES / AIX EN PROVENCE Our ship will dock at the port of Marseilles at 07:30 in the morning. After breakfast, there is free time for shopping and personal activities. Guests who wish may join the "Marseille City Tour & Aix En Provence Tour" organized by our guides for an extra fee. We start our tour by visiting the "Notre Dame de la Garde Cathedral", situated on a high hill. Following this visit, we will see the Longchamps Fountain, Saint Charles train station, the old town, Hotel de Ville, and the marina. Afterward, we will head to Aix en Provence, which is a 40-minute drive from Marseille. We will begin at the famous St. Saviour’s Cathedral, dating back to the 12th century, with its Romanesque front and covered archway. During a pleasant walk in the old part of the city, you will see the ancient inns and the Mazarin district designed in the 17th century by Cardinal Mazarin’s brother. Our ship will depart the port at 18:00. Dinner and overnight on the ship. 03.DAY AT SEA This day will be spent at sea onboard our ship, which offers numerous alternatives for you. Guests may enjoy the open and indoor pools, jacuzzis, and sunbathing areas. Those interested can shop at the duty-free shops, try their luck in the casino, or enjoy various musical and entertainment options offered at dozens of bars. Throughout the day, various meal options will be available. Dinner and overnight on the ship. 04.DAY CARTAGENA Our ship will dock at the Cartagena port at 08:00 in the morning. After breakfast, there is free time for personal activities and shopping. Guests who wish can join the "Cartagena City Tour & Concepción Castle Cable Car Tour" organized by our guides for an extra fee. Starting after disembarking, our tour includes exploring Cartagena, one of the most impressive port cities on Spain's Mediterranean coast, rich in history and cultural heritage. First, we will visit the magnificent Roman Theatre, and then walk through the Old Town to see Art Nouveau architecture along Calle Mayor and notable buildings like the Gran Hotel. After a short photo break, we will take a cable car to Concepción Castle to enjoy a bird’s eye view of Cartagena Bay and hear about the strategic importance of this area from our guide. We will return to the city center for free time, where you can enjoy delicious snacks at local tapas bars. After this rich historical and visual experience, we will return to the ship. Our ship will depart the port at 18:00. Dinner and overnight on the ship. 05.DAY MALAGA Our ship will dock at Malaga port at 08:00 in the morning. After breakfast, there is free time for personal activities. Malaga is the fifth largest city in Spain, following Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia, and Seville. With its dazzling sunlight, vibrant nightlife, unforgettable seafood restaurants, and culturally rich historical sites, this rapidly growing city is the jewel of Andalusia, attracting thousands of tourists every year. Guests can join the "Malaga City Tour" organized by our guides for an extra fee. Being the center of the Costa del Sol and Andalusia, Malaga showcases a unique fusion of Arab and Western cultures. It is no coincidence that Picasso chose to be born here with attractions like Gibralfaro Castle, the Cathedral, the Palace of the Umayyad Sultans, and the tree-lined Alameda Boulevard... We will also explore another charming Andalusian village known for its cobblestone streets, whitewashed houses, horse-drawn carriages, and authentic market, Mijas. After the tour, we return to our ship. Our ship will depart the port at 18:00. Dinner and overnight on the ship. 06.DAY GIBRALTAR Our ship will dock at Gibraltar port at 08:00 in the morning. After breakfast, there is free time for personal activities and shopping. Guests interested can join the "Gibraltar Discovery Tour & St. Michael's Cave & Monkey Park Tour" organized by our guides for an extra fee. Our tour will start after disembarking, where we ascend the iconic Rock of Gibraltar in special vehicles and visit St. Michael's Cave, filled with stalactites and stalagmites. Following this natural wonder, we will observe the charming Barbary macaques in their natural habitat, which are symbols of the region. We will take a photo break at a panoramic viewpoint showcasing the merging point of Europe and Africa, enjoying the breathtaking view of the Gibraltar Strait. After descending the rock, we will make a brief walk along Main Street in the city center, concluding our tour with some shopping and coffee break before returning to the ship. Our ship will depart at 18:00. Dinner and overnight on the ship. 07.DAY CADIZ Our ship will dock at the Cadiz port at 07:30 in the morning. After breakfast, there is free time for personal activities. Guests who wish may join the "Sevilla & Cadiz Tour" organized by our guides for an extra fee. After docking in Cadiz, we will head to Sevilla, the most important city in Southern Spain. Here, we will have a panoramic city tour, including the old Great Mosque, which was converted into a cathedral in the 15th century, the Alcazar palace built during the Almohad period, the 13th-century tower known as the Golden Tower, multiple medieval churches, and the San Pablo nunnery among others. Afterward, we will return to Cadiz and do a brief tour of the city before heading back to the ship. Our ship will depart the port at 17:00. Dinner and overnight on the ship. 08.DAY LISBON Our ship will dock at the Lisbon port at 10:00 in the morning. After breakfast, there is free time for personal activities and shopping. Guests interested can join the "Lisbon City Tour" organized by our guide for an extra fee. We will head to Lisbon, one of Portugal's most popular cities, known for its iconic yellow trams. Upon arrival in the Belem district, you can try the famous Belem pastries during our free time. The Lisbon tour will then begin. We will visit the church part of Jeronimos Monastery, followed by a photo stop at Belem Tower and the Monument to the Discoveries along the Tagus River. After a brief walk in the Alfama district, known for being the oldest neighborhood with minimal damage from the 1755 earthquake and only accessible on foot, we will return to our vehicle. Our route will include Praça do Comercio, the Baixa district, Rossio and Restauradores squares, and a photo break overlooking Eduardo Park at Marques de Pombal square at the end of Liberty Avenue before returning to the ship. Our ship will depart the port at 19:00. Dinner and overnight on the ship. 09.DAY AT SEA This day will again be spent at sea with various alternatives offered aboard. Guests may enjoy the open and indoor pools, jacuzzis, and sunbathing areas. Those interested can shop at the duty-free shops, try their luck in the casino, or enjoy various musical and entertainment options offered at dozens of bars. Throughout the day, various meal options will be available. Dinner and overnight on the ship. 10.DAY AT SEA This day will also be spent at sea with various alternatives offered aboard. Guests may enjoy the open and indoor pools, jacuzzis, and sunbathing areas. Those interested can shop at the duty-free shops, try their luck in the casino, or enjoy various musical and entertainment options offered at dozens of bars. Throughout the day, various meal options will be available. Dinner and overnight on the ship. 11.DAY BARCELONA Our ship will dock at Barcelona port at 14:30 in the afternoon. After breakfast, there is free time for personal activities. Guests interested can join the "Barcelona City Tour" organized by our guide for an extra fee. Our city tour of Barcelona, one of Europe’s most beautiful metropolises, will begin with our special bus waiting for us at the port. We will visit La Rambla Street, the Christopher Columbus Monument, Maremagnum artificial harbor, Barceloneta beach, the Olympic area, Catalunya Square, and Gaudi's famous houses on Passeig de Gracia, as well as his most important work, the Sagrada Familia. During the tour, we will also ascend Montjuic hill for some scenic photos. After a free time for shopping, we will return to the ship. Our ship will depart the port at 13:00. Dinner and overnight on the ship. 12.DAY SAVONA – MILAN - ISTANBUL AIRPORT Our ship will dock at Savona port at 08:30 in the morning. After breakfast, we will complete our disembarkation procedures and leave the ship. We will transfer to Milan Airport with our private transportation. After arriving at the airport, we will check in and complete our passport procedures before boarding Turkish Airlines flight TK1896 at 15:10, departing for Istanbul. We will arrive at Istanbul Airport at 19:10 local time. End of our tour.