GRAND MEDITERRANEAN DEPARTING FROM ISTANBUL AND IZMIR ABOARD COSTA PACIFICA with Pegasus Airlines, 14 Nights

On the first day of our tour, we board our ship at Istanbul Galataport. After settling into your cabins, you can head to one of the upper decks to admire one of the world's most beautiful views.

Enjoy a full day of free time. Guests who wish may head out to explore this beautiful Aegean city.

After breakfast on board, guests who wish may join the optional Meteora Monasteries & Pelion Mountain Villages Tour arranged by our guide. We depart from Volos, one of the Thessaly region's major port cities, and travel for approximately 2 hours to the extraordinary Meteora, perched atop towering rock pillars. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Meteora is one of the world's most impressive cultural and natural heritage sites, renowned for its Orthodox monasteries built on steep rocky summits, particularly from the 14th century onwards. Accompanied by our guide, we visit two of the region's monasteries to discover their striking frescoes, traditional Orthodox architecture and religious heritage preserved for centuries. Meteora's unique rock formations and panoramic views over the Thessalian Plain offer unforgettable photographic opportunities. We then head towards Mount Pelion, renowned for its lush scenery and traditional settlements. During our walking tour of Makrinitsa and Portaria, villages nestled in the foothills, we discover cobbled streets, traditional stone houses, historic mansions and distinctive local architecture. Makrinitsa is known as the "balcony of Pelion" for its panoramic position overlooking the Gulf of Volos, offering spectacular views for photographs. During free time, you can enjoy a coffee at a traditional café in the village squares, sample local products and shop for souvenirs. At the end of our tour, we return to Volos and our ship. Dinner and overnight on board.

After breakfast on board, guests who wish may join the optional Oia Village & Santorini Island Tour arranged by our guide. We begin in Megalohori, one of the settlements that best preserves Santorini's traditional architecture and authentic atmosphere. After exploring this village, known for its whitewashed houses, narrow streets and distinctive rock-cut buildings, we travel via Kamari and Monolithos to Fira, the island's main town. We continue our island tour with panoramic views of the impressive scenery of Firostefani and Imerovigli. Along the way, we enjoy views of Santorini's unique caldera, formed by a major volcanic eruption approximately 3.600 years ago, together with the islands of Thirasia, Palea Kameni and Nea Kameni. Our final stop is Oia, Santorini's world-famous and most photogenic village. With its captivating setting overlooking the azure waters of the Aegean Sea, Oia offers an extended period of free time to stroll among whitewashed houses and blue-domed churches, admire traditional rock-cut architecture and distinctive captains' houses, explore designer shops and capture beautiful photographs against the unique caldera views. After our time in this enchanting village, which has become a symbol of Santorini, we complete our tour by vehicle and return to our ship. Dinner and overnight on board.

After breakfast on board, guests who wish may join the optional Nafplion City Tour arranged by our guide. Located in the Argolis region of Greece's Peloponnese peninsula, Nafplion is one of the country's most beautiful historic cities, with elegant neoclassical buildings, Venetian-era monuments and sea views. On our leisurely walking tour of this city, once the first capital of modern Greece, we explore the historic harbour area, Syntagma Square, buildings reflecting the Venetian period and the city's characteristic narrow streets. We enjoy panoramic views of Palamidi Fortress, a symbol of Nafplion overlooking the gulf, with opportunities to photograph the city and the Gulf of Argolis. We also see Bourtzi Castle, situated just opposite the harbour in a striking offshore setting. During free time, you can stroll along the waterfront, relax over a Greek coffee at a traditional café or explore the boutiques in the historic centre. At the end of our tour, we return to our ship. Dinner and overnight on board.

After breakfast on board, guests who wish may join the optional Athens City Tour arranged by our guide. Once our ship docks at Piraeus Port, we depart to explore Athens, regarded as the birthplace of Western civilisation and democracy. Highlights of our panoramic city tour include the Agora, the centre of commerce and social life in antiquity; the magnificent Temple of Olympian Zeus; the Parliament Building; Syntagma and Omonia Squares, the city's principal squares; the Presidential Palace; the Prime Minister's Residence; the historic Panathenaic (Kallimarmaro) Stadium, which hosted the 1896 Modern Olympic Games; the National Gallery; the War Museum; Panepistimiou Avenue; the National Library; and the Academy of Athens. We then head to the Acropolis, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the foremost symbol of ancient Greek civilisation. During our visit, we explore its unique historic atmosphere, particularly the magnificent Parthenon, and enjoy opportunities to take memorable photographs from a panoramic viewpoint overlooking Athens. At the end of our tour, we return to our ship. Dinner and overnight on board.

After breakfast on board, guests who wish may join the optional Crete Island Tour arranged by our guide. We begin by exploring Heraklion on Crete, one of the Mediterranean's largest islands and home to the Minoan civilisation, one of Europe's oldest. Highlights of our panoramic and walking tour include Plateia Elefterias (Freedom Square), the heart of the city; Agios Titos Church, which has survived from Byzantine times; Rasih Bey Mansion, reflecting the Ottoman period; Agios Minas Cathedral, one of Crete's most important religious buildings; the historic Ottoman Bon Marché Building; the ablution fountain of the Valide Sultan Mosque; the Evkaf Building; Morosini Fountain (Lion Fountain), one of the city's landmarks; the Ottoman Barracks; the Venetian Loggia, admired for its elegant architecture; and the historic Venetian Harbour and Venetian Shipyards. As we explore Heraklion's historic streets, shaped over the centuries by Byzantine, Venetian and Ottoman civilisations, we experience the distinctive Mediterranean atmosphere and enjoy wonderful photographic opportunities. At the end of our tour, we return to our ship. Dinner and overnight on board.

Today we spend the entire day at sea. With no port schedule to follow, a wonderful day awaits, offering the chance to explore the ship's extensive facilities and enjoy your holiday to the fullest. You can begin with a leisurely breakfast at the buffet restaurants, where dedicated chefs freshly prepare a selection of international dishes, or at the à la carte restaurants, where you have your own reserved table. Throughout the day, guests may take part in yoga, fitness and various sporting activities, use the modern gym equipped with Technogym equipment, or enjoy the tennis, basketball and volleyball courts on the open decks. You may prefer to relax in the sunbathing areas, enjoy the pool, pamper yourself in the spa and wellness areas or browse the shops on board. Competitions, shows and entertainment activities held throughout the day will add to your holiday enjoyment. In the evening, you can relax with live music in stylish bars and cafés, watch professional Broadway-style theatre and musical performances or try your luck in the ship's casino. Dinner and overnight on board.

After breakfast on board, guests who wish may join the optional Sidi Bou Said & Tunis Medina Tour organised by our guide at an additional cost. This tour in Tunisia, one of North Africa's most fascinating destinations, offers a combination of history, culture and shopping. We first explore the historic atmosphere of Carthage, considered one of the most important cities of antiquity and closely associated with the famous commander Hannibal, one of Rome's most formidable rivals. We then head to Sidi Bou Said, one of the Mediterranean's most photogenic towns, with its whitewashed houses and blue doors and windows. During our walking tour of this enchanting seaside town, which has inspired painters, writers and musicians for centuries, we will have the opportunity to capture memorable photographs of its narrow streets, bougainvillea-adorned houses and exceptional views over the Mediterranean. We then head to the modern centre of Tunis and explore its historic heart, the UNESCO-listed Tunis Medina. In this authentic district, known for its narrow streets reflecting traditional Arab architecture, historic buildings and souks where trade has flourished for centuries, we discover the city's cultural character. During free time, you can shop for local products and handicrafts, sample Tunisian cuisine or simply enjoy the historic atmosphere. At the end of the tour, we return to our ship. Dinner and overnight on board.

After breakfast on board, guests who wish may join the optional Cefalu & Palermo Tour arranged by our guide. Our first stop is Cefalu, one of Sicily's most popular seaside towns on the Tyrrhenian coast. We enjoy a walking tour of this charming fishing town, which captivates visitors with its narrow medieval stone streets, colourful houses, golden beaches and turquoise sea. The 12th-century Cefalu Cathedral, the town's landmark and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is one of Sicily's most important examples of Norman architecture, while the historic Medieval Washhouse (Lavatoio Medievale), with origins dating back to Roman times, is among the area's most intriguing sites. After exploring Cefalu, where the historic atmosphere and sea views provide memorable photographic opportunities, we head to Palermo, Sicily's capital. Home to many civilisations throughout its history, from the Phoenicians and Arabs to the Normans and Spanish, Palermo is known both for its rich cultural heritage and for world-famous films and novels about the Sicilian Mafia. During our time in the city, we will have the opportunity to discover Palermo's distinctive atmosphere and experience its historic character. At the end of our tour, we return to our ship. Dinner and overnight on board

After breakfast on board, guests who wish may join the optional "Pompeii & Naples City Tour" organised by our guide at an additional cost. We begin by visiting the ancient city of Pompeii, one of the world's most important archaeological sites and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Buried under volcanic ash following the massive eruption of Mount Vesuvius in AD 79, Pompeii has survived almost intact for centuries and offers one of the finest insights into everyday life during the Roman Empire. As we walk through its ancient streets, viewing stone roads, villas, temples, baths and buildings that shed light on life at the time, we will gain a vivid sense of nature's impact on human history. We then head to Naples, one of Italy's most distinctive cities. Founded by the Greeks and developed under the Romans into one of the Mediterranean's most important cities, Naples captivates visitors with its historic character, lively streets and unique atmosphere. After viewing the historic port area and major landmarks during our panoramic city tour, we visit Piazza del Plebiscito (Royal Square), one of the symbols of Naples. Following a short photo stop in this square, one of the city's main gathering places with its grand buildings and historic atmosphere, we return to our ship at the designated time. Dinner and overnight on board.

Today we spend the entire day at sea. With no port schedule to follow, a wonderful day awaits, offering the chance to explore the ship's extensive facilities and enjoy your holiday to the fullest. You can begin with a leisurely breakfast at the buffet restaurants, where dedicated chefs freshly prepare a selection of international dishes, or at the à la carte restaurants, where you have your own reserved table. Throughout the day, guests may take part in yoga, fitness and various sporting activities, use the modern gym equipped with Technogym equipment, or enjoy the tennis, basketball and volleyball courts on the open decks. You may prefer to relax in the sunbathing areas, enjoy the pool, pamper yourself in the spa and wellness areas or browse the shops on board. Competitions, shows and entertainment activities held throughout the day will add to your holiday enjoyment. In the evening, you can relax with live music in stylish bars and cafés, watch professional Broadway-style theatre and musical performances or try your luck in the ship's casino. Dinner and overnight on board.

After breakfast on board, guests who wish may join the optional Barcelona City Tour organised by our guide. We begin our exploration of Barcelona, one of Europe's most impressive cities, with our private coach waiting at the port. First, we travel along La Rambla, the city's liveliest and most famous street, and see the magnificent Christopher Columbus Monument, commemorating the navigator who discovered the Americas. We then take a panoramic tour of Maremagnum Harbour, known for its modern architecture and shopping areas; Barceloneta Beach, one of the Mediterranean's most popular beaches; and the Olympic District and harbour, redeveloped for the 1992 Summer Olympics. Continuing our tour, we see Plaça de Catalunya (Catalonia Square), considered the heart of the city, before travelling along Passeig de Gràcia, which resembles an open-air museum thanks to the impressive works of world-famous architect Antoni Gaudí. Here, we will have the opportunity to enjoy panoramic views of historic buildings reflecting Gaudí's unique architectural vision. Afterwards, we view the exterior of the magnificent Sagrada Família Basilica, one of the most important symbols of Barcelona and Spain, under construction since 1882 and listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. During our tour, we also ascend Montjuïc Hill, overlooking the city, for a photo stop with magnificent bird's-eye views of Barcelona Harbour, the city centre and the Mediterranean. At the end of our tour, enjoy free time on La Rambla to shop, experience the city's lively atmosphere or sample Spanish cuisine. We meet at the designated time and return to our ship. Dinner and overnight on board.

After breakfast on board, guests who wish may join the optional "Aix-en-Provence & Marseille City Tour" organised by our guide at an additional cost. We begin with an approximately 20-minute walk from Marseille Port to our coach, followed by a pleasant journey of approximately 40 minutes to Aix-en-Provence, one of the most elegant cities in southern France. Founded during the Roman Empire, this historic city is regarded as the cultural capital of Provence, with its narrow streets, elegant squares, stone mansions and hundreds of fountains. The birthplace of the celebrated painter Paul Cézanne, Aix-en-Provence has also inspired many artists and writers, notably his childhood friend Émile Zola. During our walk through the city centre, we will soak up its historic atmosphere and discover the spirit of Provence through flower-adorned balconies, elegant architecture and fountains that are works of art in their own right. We then return to Marseille to begin our city tour. In France's oldest city and one of the Mediterranean's most important ports, we first enjoy a panoramic view of the Old Port (Vieux-Port), considered the heart of the city. We then visit the city's most iconic landmark, the Basilica of Notre-Dame de la Garde, perched on a high hill overlooking Marseille. Built in the 19th century, this impressive building is one of Marseille's most visited attractions, offering magnificent city views and a golden statue of the Virgin Mary, regarded as the protector of sailors. Our tour continues to Palais Longchamp, known for its grand architecture, monumental fountains and lush gardens. We view the exterior, gardens and magnificent fountains of this impressive building, which now houses the Museum of Fine Arts, and stop for photographs. After the tour, we return to our ship. Dinner and overnight on board.

After breakfast on board, we complete disembarkation procedures and transfer to Milan BGY Airport.