Costa Fascinosa: 19-Night Cruise from Pointe-a-Pitre - March 4, 2027

You'll have 10 hours hours to explore Port of Basseterre, St. Kitts, St. Kitts and Nevis, from 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM - a solid full day ashore. That's enough for 2-3 attractions and a sit-down lunch without rushing. Tackle the most distant spot first, then work your way back toward the port. Walking through downtown Basseterre reveals colorful colonial buildings, the central Circus Square, and a variety of local shops and cafés.

The Costa Fascinosa carries 3,500+ passengers, which can create congestion at the terminal in Road Town, Tortola, B.V.I.. Ship-arranged shore excursions are your best bet - these groups most often receive priority disembarkation. Cane Garden Bay is one of Tortola's most beloved beaches, known for its curved shoreline, calm water, and laid back atmosphere.

Your ship arrives in La Romana, Dominican Republic at 9:00 AM, one of the most common arrival windows. If you've booked a morning excursion, aim to be among the first off. If your plans are flexible, waiting 30-45 minutes lets the initial wave pass. Altos de Chavon is a stone village designed to resemble a Mediterranean town, perched above the Chavon River.

You'll have 9 hours hours to explore Philipsburg, St. Maarten, from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM - a solid full day ashore. That's enough for 2-3 attractions and a sit-down lunch without rushing. Tackle the most distant spot first, then work your way back toward the port. Walking here reveals colorful shops, cafés, and local restaurants.

The Costa Fascinosa carries 3,500+ passengers, which can create congestion at the terminal in Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Canary Islands. Ship-arranged shore excursions are your best bet - these groups most often receive priority disembarkation. The striking Auditorio de Tenerife, designed by Santiago Calatrava, is an architectural icon.

Your ship arrives in Tangier, Morocco at 9:00 AM, one of the most common arrival windows. If you've booked a morning excursion, aim to be among the first off. If your plans are flexible, waiting 30-45 minutes lets the initial wave pass. Explore the Kasbah Museum, located within the historic citadel.

You'll have 10 hours hours to explore Malaga, Spain, from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM - a solid full day ashore. That's enough for 2-3 attractions and a sit-down lunch without rushing. Tackle the most distant spot first, then work your way back toward the port. Located in Malaga old town, the museum showcases works by Pablo Picasso, the city's most famous native.

The Costa Fascinosa carries 3,500+ passengers, which can create congestion at the terminal in Barcelona, Spain. Ship-arranged shore excursions are your best bet - these groups most often receive priority disembarkation. Wandering through the older districts reveals narrow streets, hidden squares, and centuries of stories.

With a late arrival in Ajaccio, Corsica, France at 12:00 PM, your time ashore is more limited - but many morning passengers will already be heading back, so popular spots may be less crowded. Focus on attractions closest to the port. Cruise ships dock directly at the port of Ajaccio, placing passengers within easy walking distance of the town center.

Your cruise ends in Genoa, Italy, where the Costa Fascinosa is scheduled to dock at 9:00 AM. With 3,500+ passengers, disembarkation groups are called over a two to three hour window - but once your group is called, you'll be off in about 15 minutes. Self-assist - carrying your own bags off - lets you skip the wait and walk off first. Book your flight at least five hours after the ship's scheduled arrival. Genoa's historic center is one of the largest medieval old towns in Europe.