--- type: cruise schema_type: TouristTrip id: 0c704a41-0505-4bd4-820e-aad1c45cbfde slug: 2223907 voyage_code: None cruise_line: Costa Cruises ship: Costa Fascinosa departure_date: return_date: nights: 7 embarkation_port: Taranto disembarkation_port: Taranto starting_price_usd: 1542.0 bookable: false last_updated: 2026-05-05T01:16:31Z --- # Mediterranean from Taranto > Costa Cruises · Costa Fascinosa · Aug 30 – Sep 6   (7 nights) ## Quick Facts | Attribute | Value | |-----------|-------| | **Cruise Line** | Costa Cruises | | **Ship** | Costa Fascinosa | | **Duration** | 7 nights | | **Departure Date** | N/A | | **Return Date** | N/A | | **Embarkation Port** | Taranto | | **Disembarkation Port** | Taranto | | **Starting Price** | 1,542 USD per person | | **Voyage Code** | None | ## Itinerary ### Day 1: Taranto **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 05:00 PM ### Day 2: Argostoli **Arrives:** 09:00 AM · **Departs:** 04:00 PM On the Greek island of Kefalonia, peace and beauty reign. The Ionian Sea, the sea of epic heroes, stretches ahead of us, ready to greet us for a modern adventure. Located at the western end of Greece, Kefalonia remains one of the most beautiful islands of the Ionian Sea. Upon arrival at Argostoli, the port of Kefalonia, the splendour of the place looks amazing. Argostoli is full of wonders to be discovered: the Melissani cave, for example, is a must. This cave of exceptional beauty holds a clea... ### Day 3: Mykonos (Greece) **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 10:00 PM Think of a trip to Greece and you will imagine Mykonos. The port of Mykonos, or perhaps it would be more correct to say of Chora, is located on the west coast of the island. The Cyclades islands in the Aegean are wonderful and the beaches are no less marvellous, with the pleasant distinction of being among the most festive in the archipelago. After docking at the port of Mykonos, enjoy the numerous natural coves, beaches and cliffs of this beautiful island. You can enjoy the clean, azure sea of... ### Day 4: Athens (Piraeus), Greece **Arrives:** 06:00 AM · **Departs:** 08:00 PM The cradle of Greek culture, Athens welcomes us to its port of Piraeus, watching us from above the wonderful Acropolis. Piraeus is the port of Athens, the largest in Europe, allowing you to visit the city, a place of dreams. A place of emigration, it has inspired numerous songs. Most ships will be making a stop in Athens before resuming the Mediterranean route or returning to the Atlantic. Take the time to visit the Acropolis and maybe the museum located at its base. Before flying out, enjoy th... ### Day 5: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 6: Valletta **Arrives:** 09:00 AM · **Departs:** 07:00 PM The port of Valletta is Malta's heart. It was here that the Knights of the Order left for the Crusades from here and devoted themselves to caring for the wounded. In the Mediterranean, the port of Valletta has an important history and a strategic location. Its entrance, located between St Fort and the Sant’Angelo and Ricasoli Forts, transports you instantly into chivalrous past of the island. During your stop in Valletta you will be able to walk the streets with the colourful and decorated fa... ### Day 7: Catania, Sicily, Italy **Arrives:** 07:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Costa Cruises stops in Catania on the Mediterranean cruise. This Sicilian city, proud of its ancient history, is a port that should not be missed. The stop in Catania will offer you both cultural visits, which are some of the most beautiful in Italy, and shore excursions full of wonderful surprises. Dynamic and full of energy, it will surprises with the richness of its old town and the unique sight of the lava layers on the slopes of Mount Etna. Catania, like Sicily, is rich in monuments, ancie... ### Day 8: Taranto **Arrives:** 09:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM ## Pricing Prices shown are per person based on double occupancy in USD. | Cabin Type | Starting Price | |------------|----------------| | Inside | $1,542 | | Ocean View | $1,654 | | Balcony | $2,029 | | Suite | $2,254 | ## Cabin Options ### Inside Cabins **Interior** (Code: I3) — From $2,010 Interior **Interior** (Code: I1) — From $2,010 Interior **Premium Inside** (Code: IP) Premium Inside **Single Interior** (Code: CI) Interior **Inside Guarantee** (Code: IV) Inside Guarantee **Interior Group ( I3 + I4 )** (Code: IN2) Interior **Interior** (Code: I2) — From $2,010 Interior **Classic Inside** (Code: IC) Classic Inside **Interior Group ( I1 + I2 )** (Code: IN1) Interior **Interior** (Code: I4) — From $2,010 Interior ### Outside Cabins **Oceanview Group ( E1 + E2 )** (Code: ET1) Oceanview **Single Oceanview** (Code: CE) Single Oceanview **Oceanview** (Code: E1) — From $2,010 Oceanview **Classic Ocean View** (Code: EC) Classic Ocean View **Outside Guarantee** (Code: EV) Outside Guarantee **Premium Ocean View** (Code: EP) Premium Ocean View **Oceanview** (Code: E2) — From $2,010 Oceanview ### Balcony Cabins **Balcony Group** (Code: BA2) Balcony **Premium Ocean View Balcony** (Code: BP) Premium Ocean View Balcony **Balcony Guarantee** (Code: BV) Balcony Guarantee **Balcony** (Code: B2) — From $2,010 Balcony **Balcony** (Code: B3) — From $2,010 Balcony **Balcony** (Code: B1) — From $2,010 Balcony **Classic Ocean View Balcony** (Code: BC) Classic Ocean View Balcony **Balcony Group** (Code: BA1) Balcony ### Suite Cabins **Grand Suite with Ocean View Balcony** (Code: GS) — From $2,010 Grand Sutie with Ocean View Balcony **Mini Suite with Ocean View Balcony** (Code: MS) — From $2,010 Mini Suite with Ocean View Balcony **Suite with Ocean View Balcony** (Code: S) — From $2,010 Suite with Ocean View Balcony ## Ship Information ### Costa Fascinosa A large ship just waiting to be experienced. Costa Fascinosa is the perfect venue for a laid-back holiday, full of fun. Features modern and multi-faceted artworks. With its 114,500 tonnes, it’s one of the largest Italian merchant marine ships. Born to pay homage to the theatre, its decks are named after famous people such as: Zhivago, Aida, Tosca. Architecturally, the heart of Costa Fascinosa is its huge atrium which opens with the central staircase on to nine decks, from 3 to 13 degrees; the area has large mirrors that enhance the visual effect, to be fully appreciated from the panoramic lifts. The Aqua Park with its pirate décor and fairy-tale castle is the perfect space for kids. Now take a look at the current position of Costa Fascinosa. #### Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Passenger Capacity | 3,800 | | Crew | 1,110 | | Gross Tonnage | 113,200.0 | | Length | 951.0 ft | | Total Cabins | 1,507 | ## Ports of Call ### Taranto *Coordinates: 40.4692, 17.24* ### Argostoli *Coordinates: 38.1781, 20.4856* On the Greek island of Kefalonia, peace and beauty reign. The Ionian Sea, the sea of epic heroes, stretches ahead of us, ready to greet us for a modern adventure. Located at the western end of Greece, Kefalonia remains one of the most beautiful islands of the Ionian Sea. Upon arrival at Argostoli, the port of Kefalonia, the splendour of the place looks amazing. Argostoli is full of wonders to be ... ### Mykonos (Greece) *Coordinates: 37.4415, 25.3667* Think of a trip to Greece and you will imagine Mykonos. The port of Mykonos, or perhaps it would be more correct to say of Chora, is located on the west coast of the island. The Cyclades islands in the Aegean are wonderful and the beaches are no less marvellous, with the pleasant distinction of being among the most festive in the archipelago. After docking at the port of Mykonos, enjoy the numero... ### Athens (Piraeus), Greece *Coordinates: 37.9792, 23.7166* The cradle of Greek culture, Athens welcomes us to its port of Piraeus, watching us from above the wonderful Acropolis. Piraeus is the port of Athens, the largest in Europe, allowing you to visit the city, a place of dreams. A place of emigration, it has inspired numerous songs. Most ships will be making a stop in Athens before resuming the Mediterranean route or returning to the Atlantic. Take t... ### Valletta *Coordinates: 35.8922, 14.5128* The port of Valletta is Malta's heart. It was here that the Knights of the Order left for the Crusades from here and devoted themselves to caring for the wounded. In the Mediterranean, the port of Valletta has an important history and a strategic location. Its entrance, located between St Fort and the Sant’Angelo and Ricasoli Forts, transports you instantly into chivalrous past of the island. D... ### Catania, Sicily, Italy *Coordinates: 37.5025, 15.0878* Costa Cruises stops in Catania on the Mediterranean cruise. This Sicilian city, proud of its ancient history, is a port that should not be missed. The stop in Catania will offer you both cultural visits, which are some of the most beautiful in Italy, and shore excursions full of wonderful surprises. Dynamic and full of energy, it will surprises with the richness of its old town and the unique sig... ## Booking Information - **Book This Cruise:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2223907 - **Compare Prices:** CruisePirate compares prices across multiple booking channels - **Price Alerts:** Set up alerts for price drops on this sailing - **Support:** Contact our AI-powered cruise assistant for personalized recommendations ### Why Book with CruisePirate? - Real-time price comparison across booking channels - AI-powered cruise recommendations - Transparent pricing with no hidden fees - Expert cruise search and filtering --- ## Technical Metadata - **Canonical URL:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2223907 - **Markdown URL:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2223907.md - **API Endpoint:** https://cruisepirate.ai/api/cruises/2223907/ - **Primary Image:** https://images.cruisepirate.ai/v3/static/cruise-lines/costa-cruises/costa-fascinosa/other/61434.webp - **Data Source:** CruisePirate Cruise Database - **Last Updated:** 2026-05-05 01:16:31 UTC