Costa Fortuna launched its new Summer 2024 itinerary from Athens, Greece.
The program is dedicated exclusively to discovering Greece and Turkey.
From now until 13SEP, Costa Fortuna departs every Friday from the port of Piraeus, Greece, and visits Istanbul, Turkey, and the beautiful Greek islands of Mykonos, Crete, Rhodes, and Santorini. On select departures, there is also a call at Bodrum, Turkey, and the Greek island of Kos replaces Rhodes.
Costa Fortuna's itinerary is enhanced by Costa’s exclusive ‘Sea Destinations’. Guests will enjoy immersive experiences and unique shipboard offerings, in addition to the cities and islands that the ship calls at. The ship’s crossing of the Dardanelles Strait at sunset will take guests on a journey back in time: They will see the gates of the Orient appear in the spiraling veils of the Dervishes, authentic ritual dancers who have practiced a mystical, whirling dance as a form of meditation for centuries.
In Mykonos, Costa hosts a poolside Sea Party, with decorative lights and colors reminiscent of the island's golden beaches and white houses. DJs will play music from Mykonos' most glamorous clubs and keep guests dancing late into the night. In Santorini, guests will have the opportunity to admire one of the most beautiful sunsets in the world, especially when seen from the sea, all while sipping their favorite aperitif.
Costa’s shore excursions offered on the itinerary feature extraordinary locations and off-the-beaten path destinations. In Athens, in addition to discovering the city's most iconic sites, guests will have the chance to sail along the channel separating two seas, passing through rocky gorges and vertical walls, to the ancient city of Corinth.
Istanbul can be explored from unique perspectives, including by boat on the Bosphorus, while in Mykonos a local farming family will take Costa Fortuna guests on an exploration of rural traditions and recipes for local dishes, ending with a sunset barbecue. In Bodrum, a tour in a “gullet,” a typical local boat, captures all the nuances of the turquoise coastline, while in Santorini guests can live like a local islander, enjoying lunch and partaking in a traditional plate throwing.
Costa Fortuna is an Italian-flagged ship in the Costa Cruises fleet, accommodating up to 3,470 guests in 1,358 cabins. The interiors are inspired by the great ocean liners of the past, with decorations reminiscent of the Roaring Twenties, elegance in every small detail, and authentic reproductions of vintage advertising posters.
The gastronomic excellence on board is delivered by the Destination Dishes, created by three renowned international chefs: Bruno Barbieri, Hélène Darroze and Ángel León. These dishes bring on board all the flavors of the destinations included in the cruise, opening the door to authentic, quality ingredients and an unforgettable culinary experience that allows guests to discover destinations even before they reach them. They are available in the ship's main restaurants and are included in the price of the cruise.
Additionally, aboard Costa Fortuna guests can indulge in the offerings of Pizzeria Pummid'Oro, which serves authentic Italian pizza; Sushino at Costa, a seaside sushi bistro designed for an authentic Japanese experience for aperitifs, lunch or dinner; Salty Beach, ideal for street food lovers; and Gelateria Amarillo, to savor creamy homemade ice cream or delicious chocolate praline.
Entertainment is abundant throughout the ship: the three-deck theatre is where guests can enjoy spectacular shows; three swimming pools and five Jacuzzis; a toboggan for the whole family to enjoy; a multi-sports field; a 1,300 m2 spa (1,400 sq. ft.) and a gym, also with a sea view, equipped with Technogym machines; for the youngest guests there are the Squok Club and the Teen Zone, with their own dedicated areas.
