MSC Splendida: 9-Night Cruise from Bari - October 27, 2027
STARTING AT
$1322.75
per person
MSC Splendida
9 NIGHT CRUISE
SAILING FROM
Bari, Italy on Oct 27th, 2027
DISEMBARK
Bari, Italy on Nov 5th, 2027
9 Nights
ITINERARY
Bari, Italy
October 27, 2027Departs 2:00 PMBari 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 departs from Bari, 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. Cards are widely accepted, though cash is recommended for small bakeries and cafés.
Trieste, Italy
October 28, 20279:00 AM – 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 TipYou'll have 10 hours hours to explore Trieste, Italy, 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. Visit the stunning Miramare Castle overlooking the Adriatic.
Split, Croatia
October 29, 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 TipThe MSC Splendida will be offloading over 2,000 passengers into Split, Croatia. A ship-arranged shore excursion is the smoothest way to bypass terminal congestion - these groups often get priority disembarkation. Diocletians Palace is not a single building but a living neighborhood at the center of Split.
Day at Sea — October 30, 2027
October 30, 2027
Piraeus (Athens), Greece
October 31, 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 TipYour ship arrives in Piraeus (Athens), Greece 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. The Acropolis stands above Athens as a powerful symbol of ancient Greece.
Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey
November 1, 20277:00 AM – 3:00 PMKusadasi buzzes with history and seaside energy, ancient marble streets, warm Aegean air, colorful bazaars, and one of the world’s great ruins just inland.
Explore Kusadasi (Ephesus), TurkeyCaptain's TipYou'll have 8 hours hours to explore Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey, from 7:00 AM to 3:00 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. The bazaar area is lively and colorful, filled with spices, textiles, ceramics, and local souvenirs.
Istanbul, Turkey
November 2, 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 TipThe MSC Splendida will be offloading over 2,000 passengers into Istanbul, Turkey. A ship-arranged shore excursion is the smoothest way to bypass terminal congestion - these groups often get priority disembarkation. This historic heart of the city is home to some of Istanbul's most iconic sights.
Day at Sea — November 3, 2027
November 3, 2027
Corfu, Greece
November 4, 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 TipWith a late arrival in Corfu, Greece at 1:00 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. Corfu Old Town is a pleasure to explore on foot.
Return to Bari, Italy
November 5, 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.
