The only way to cruise the Mediterranean
Sail with the number one cruise line in the Med this summer and you’ll be carried away with the choice. Costa Cruises offers more ships, more itineraries and more ports of call in the Mediterranean than any other cruise line. This is why Costa Cruises has to be the number one choice for sailings in the sun kissed region this summer.Costa brings a cosmopolitan flavour to cruising and the outstanding facilities onboard every ship are complemented by exceptional standards of personal service. Onboard you will mingle amongst Europeans of all nationalities, be entertained by world-class performers and dine on delectable Italian-influenced cuisine.
Costa Cruises also offers superb value over the summer, with children under 18 years going free on selected voyages*.
The cruise line is currently celebrating its diamond anniversary, commemorating 60 years of cruising Italian style. March 31 1948 saw the Anna C, Costa’s first passenger ship, set sail from Genoa bound for South America. 60 years on, the Costa fleet is the number one cruise line in the Mediterranean and leads the market with calls at many unique destinations.
The cruise line has a total of nine ships and over 30 different itineraries in the region to choose from this summer. Here are just a few of the Mediterranean sailings on offer with exceptional savings still to be had!
Costa Serena, “Ancient Treasures” - Greece and Turkey
Seven nights from only £836.50 per person, saving £210
Embark on a seven-night cruise to the mysterious and historic Eastern Mediterranean. Join Costa’s newest ship, the Costa Serena in Venice and set sail for your first port of call, the old town of Bari in Southern Italy. Next, discover the birth place of the Olympic Games at Katakolon in Greece, where you will marvel at the ancient ruins. Then it’s on to Turkey where from Izmir you can visit the Turkish shrine said to be the home of the Virgin Mary and in Istanbul you can barter in The Grand Bazaar and wonder at the exotic Blue Mosque and Topkapi Palace.
The picturesque city of Dubrovnik in Croatia will give you a real taste of the Adriatic and then cruise back to Venice where the voyage ends. The Costa Serena is home to the Samsara Spa, one of the largest floating spas in the world. This ship also offers the adrenalin addicts the chance to experience the best F1 circuits in the world on the renowned Grand Prix driving simulator. Departs Venice, Italy on 20th July 2008.
Prices start from £836.50 per person (plus £2.50 fuel surcharge per person, per day), based on two adults sharing an inside cabin, cruise-only, for seven nights, including all meals.
Costa Concordia, “Mediterranean Magic” - Italy, Spain, Malta
Seven nights from only £796.50 per person, saving £260
This seven-night cruise will take you from the cosmopolitan city of Barcelona to Palma, on the beautiful Balearic island of Majorca. Then it’s on to exotic Tunis where you can explore the colourful markets and the dramatic ruins of Carthage, before reaching the busy, walled city of La Valetta on the Mediterranean island of Malta.
Palermo in Sicily and the historic city of Ancient Rome (Civitavecchia) are next before returning to Barcelona. Launched in July 2006, The Costa Concordia is the sister ship to the Costa Serena and was the first in the fleet to showcase the impressive Samsara Spa. Departs Barcelona, Spain on 15th July 2008.
Prices start from £796.50 per person (plus £2.50 fuel surcharge per person, per day), based on two adults sharing an inside cabin, cruise-only, for seven nights, including all meals.
Costa Europa, “Spain & Portugal” - Spain, Morocco, Portugal
Ten nights from only £1,179 per person, saving £190
Cruise in style onboard the majestic Costa Europa to the fascinating cities of the Iberian Peninsula. Setting sail from Savona, you’ll get the chance to explore vibrant Barcelona before reaching Alicante, gateway to Spain’s famous Costa Blanca. Portugal’s capital city of Lisbon is next on the itinerary, then it’s onto Cadiz and Casablanca before cruising to the rock of Gibraltar.
Malaga is the perfect base from which to explore the charms of Andalucía, before heading back to Savona while you enjoy the excellent facilities onboard the Costa Europa. Departs Savona, Italy on 22nd August 2008.
Prices start from £1,179 per person (plus £2.50 fuel surcharge per person, per day), based on two adults sharing an inside cabin, cruise-only, for ten nights, including all meals.
Costa Magica, “Riviera Highlights” - Italy, Spain, Provence
Seven nights from only £736.50 per person, saving £270
A spellbinding combination of fascinating cultures and scenic delights await you on this cruise to the highlights of the Riviera. Departing from Barcelona, the Costa Magica calls at the vibrant port of Marseille before heading for Naples, from where you can visit Capri or the ruins of Pompeii.
The Sicilian capital of Palermo has many fascinating sights, then visit the exotic markets of Tunis. Palma in Majorca’s bustling streets and lively nightlife will dazzle you before you head back to Barcelona. Departs Barcelona, Spain on 29th August 2008.
Prices start from £736.50 per person (plus £2.50 fuel surcharge per person, per day), based on two adults sharing an inside cabin, cruise-only, for seven nights, including all meals.
For more information or to book go to Costacruises.co.uk.
*Children under 18 years pay just the port charges if booking a ‘cruise-only’ package and flights if booking a fly+cruise package. The promotion is valid for a maximum of two children per cabin sharing with two adults and cannot be combined with any other promotions. Excludes selected departure dates.
