MSC Splendida: 8-Night Cruise from Trieste - April 22, 2027
STARTING AT
$1139.00
per person
MSC Splendida
8 NIGHT CRUISE
SAILING FROM
Trieste, Italy on Apr 22nd, 2027
DISEMBARK
Bari, Italy on Apr 30th, 2027
8 Nights
ITINERARY
Trieste, Italy
April 22, 2027Departs 7:00 PMTrieste charms with its elegant piazzas, Adriatic harbor views, and Italian-Austrian heritage, blending culture, cuisine, and coastal beauty for every cruiser.
Explore Trieste, ItalyCaptain's TipYour cruise departs from Trieste, Italy on the MSC Splendida, carrying thousands of passengers. Fly in the day before to protect against flight disruptions - the ship won't wait. If you're given an assigned boarding time, showing up earlier sometimes works but isn't guaranteed. Complete your online check-in before arrival. The city's literary and artistic heritage adds depth to each stroll, while local markets and restaurants showcase regional cuisine.
Split, Croatia
April 23, 20279:00 AM – 6:00 PMSplit welcomes you with sun soaked stone streets, Adriatic blues, and Roman history woven into everyday life, where cafés, beaches, and ancient walls all blend together.
Explore Split, CroatiaCaptain's TipYou'll have 9 hours hours to explore Split, Croatia, from 9:00 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. Marjan Hill rises just west of the old town and offers shaded walking paths, viewpoints, and quiet beaches.
Day at Sea — April 24, 2027
April 24, 2027
Piraeus (Athens), Greece
April 25, 20278:00 AM – 6:00 PMPiraeus opens the door to Athens history, sunlit streets, ancient ruins, seaside cafés, and a timeless blend of classical wonders and modern Greek life.
Explore Piraeus (Athens), GreeceCaptain's TipThe MSC Splendida will be offloading over 2,000 passengers into Piraeus (Athens), Greece. A ship-arranged shore excursion is the smoothest way to bypass terminal congestion - these groups often get priority disembarkation. The Acropolis stands above Athens as a powerful symbol of ancient Greece.
Izmir, Turkey
April 26, 20278:00 AM – 5:00 PMIzmir blends seaside energy with ancient history, lively bazaars, cafe lined promenades, and warm Aegean air that makes the city feel instantly welcoming.
Explore Izmir, TurkeyCaptain's TipYour ship arrives in Izmir, Turkey at 8:00 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. Cruise ships dock at Izmir Port, located close to the city center.
Istanbul, Turkey
April 27, 202710:00 AM – 11:00 PMIstanbul crackles with life at the crossroads of continents, minarets and markets, ferry horns on the Bosphorus, and history layered into every street.
Explore Istanbul, TurkeyCaptain's TipWith 13 hours hours in Istanbul, Turkey - from 10:00 AM to 11:00 PM - you have a full day ashore with room to breathe. Go beyond the typical tourist stops: neighborhoods, local dining, and cultural sites that most cruise visitors never reach. Leave time for unstructured wandering. Taking a local ferry along the Bosphorus is one of the simplest and most rewarding experiences in Istanbul.
Day at Sea — April 28, 2027
April 28, 2027
Corfu, Greece
April 29, 20271:00 PM – 9:00 PMCorfu feels like olive groves and turquoise coves, Venetian streets glowing in the sun, cafe chatter drifting by, and Greek island life unfolding easily.
Explore Corfu, GreeceCaptain's TipThe MSC Splendida will be offloading over 2,000 passengers into Corfu, Greece. A ship-arranged shore excursion is the smoothest way to bypass terminal congestion - these groups often get priority disembarkation. Corfu Old Town is a pleasure to explore on foot.
Return to Bari, Italy
April 30, 2027Arrives 7:00 AMBari feels sun warmed and soulful, Adriatic light, old stone lanes, and a waterfront rhythm where southern Italy lives out loud.
Explore Bari, ItalyCaptain's TipYour cruise ends in Bari, Italy, where the MSC Splendida is scheduled to dock at 7:00 AM. With over 2,000 passengers, disembarkation groups are called over a one to two hour window - once your group is called, you'll be off in about 15 minutes. Self-assist lets you walk off first. Book your flight at least five hours after the ship's scheduled arrival. Cruise ships dock at the Port of Bari, located close to the city center.
ITINERARY MAP
MSC Splendida
INCLUDED IN FARE
MSC Splendida's Bar Del Riccio serves drinks and ice cream to the Aqua Park area. This outdoor bar is a great place to go to grab a drink and watch the action.
ADDITIONAL COST
Formerly Santa Fe Tex-Mex. Changed to Buthers Cut. The American-style steakhouse serves select prime cuts from around the world, accompanied by bold New World wines and cocktails with swagger.
INCLUDED IN FARE
MSC Splendida's La Piazzetta is the ship's Italian Square with live music and its own additional charge pastry, gelato and liquor bar.
INCLUDED IN FARE
Two level restuarant. Seats 626 guests on first level and 529 on second level and is one of the ship's two main dining rooms offering menus celebrating different Italian regions, open for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
