Itinerary

Day 1 Jan 9, 2027 Bari Departs 20:30 Bari, capital of the province of Apulia, lies on southern Italy's Adriatic coast. Its busy port is a leading commercial and industrial centre as well as a transit point for travellers catching ferries across the Adriatic to Greece. Bari comprises a new and an old town. To the north, on a promontory between the old and new harbours, lies the picturesque old town, or Citta Vecchia, with a maze of narrow, crooked streets. To the south is the spacious and regularly planned new town, which has developed considerably since 1930, when the Levant Fair was first held here. The heart of the modern town is Piazza della Liberta. The busy thoroughfare, Corso Vittorio Emanuele II, separates the new town from the old. At the eastern end of the Corso begins the Lungomare Nazario Sauro, a magnificent seafront promenade that runs along the old harbour. Bari and the Apulian region were long recognized for their strategic location, attracting a succession of colonizers such as the Normans, Moors and Spaniards, each leaving their mark. Romanesque churches and powerful castles built by 13th-century Holy Roman Emperor Frederick II of Swabia are among the most impressive buildings in the region. Bari's Basilica of San Nicola became famous as the final resting place of St. Nicholas (Santa Claus). According to local tradition, sailors from Bari went to Myra in Turkey, stole the saint's remains and brought them back to Bari. St. Nicholas was the popular bishop of Myra, who was revered as the patron of sailors, virgins and children. In addition to unspoiled scenery and historical sites, Apulia is also known for its hearty cuisine that has evolved from more than 2,000 years of foreign influences. While not as famous as other areas in Italy, Bari and its surrounding region hold many surprise attractions that make it well worth exploring this ancient land and its capital at the heel of Italy's boot. Bari port guide Search cruises visiting Bari

Bari photo — Day 1 Jan 9, 2027 Bari Departs 20:30 Bari, capital of the province of Apulia, lies on southern Italy's Adriatic coast. Its busy port is a leading commercial and industrial centre as well as a transit point for travellers catching ferries across the Adriatic to Greece. Bari comprises a new and an old town. To the north, on a promontory between the old and new harbours, lies the picturesque old town, or Citta Vecchia, with a maze of narrow, crooked streets. To the south is the spacious and regularly planned new town, which has developed considerably since 1930, when the Levant Fair was first held here. The heart of the modern town is Piazza della Liberta. The busy thoroughfare, Corso Vittorio Emanuele II, separates the new town from the old. At the eastern end of the Corso begins the Lungomare Nazario Sauro, a magnificent seafront promenade that runs along the old harbour. Bari and the Apulian region were long recognized for their strategic location, attracting a succession of colonizers such as the Normans, Moors and Spaniards, each leaving their mark. Romanesque churches and powerful castles built by 13th-century Holy Roman Emperor Frederick II of Swabia are among the most impressive buildings in the region. Bari's Basilica of San Nicola became famous as the final resting place of St. Nicholas (Santa Claus). According to local tradition, sailors from Bari went to Myra in Turkey, stole the saint's remains and brought them back to Bari. St. Nicholas was the popular bishop of Myra, who was revered as the patron of sailors, virgins and children. In addition to unspoiled scenery and historical sites, Apulia is also known for its hearty cuisine that has evolved from more than 2,000 years of foreign influences. While not as famous as other areas in Italy, Bari and its surrounding region hold many surprise attractions that make it well worth exploring this ancient land and its capital at the heel of Italy's boot. Bari port guide Search cruises visiting Bari

Day 3 Jan 11, 2027 Athens (Piraeus), Greece Arrives 07:00 A city of legend, civilisation and enduring culture, Athens is a majestic and magical urban sprawl. Extraordinary elegance and grace combine with grit and graft in Greece's capital, where highways encase ruins from antiquity, and gleaming museums and galleries stand beside concrete sprayed with edgy street art. These contrasts enhance and elevate the wonders of this 2,500-year-old city, however, which can count notable contributions to philosophy, drama and democracy, among its global legacy. Piraeus' giant port and naval base welcome you to the edge of the Athens' urban area. From there it's a simple jaunt to the centre. The majestic ancient citadel of the Acropolis dominates an elevated platform and is a constant presence as you explore the city. The wonderful remains of the columned temple of the Parthenon - which date back to the 5th century BC - stand here, representing the pinnacle of classical architecture. The nearby Acropolis Museum adds context to your visit and frames the broad views from its giant glass windows. Or rise up Mount Lycabettus, to be rewarded with perhaps Athens' best panorama of the Acropolis sitting high over the city on its grand stage. See the marble horseshoe of the Old Olympic Stadium, where the first modern Olympics were held in 1896, for more of the city's enduring legacy. Elsewhere, golden beaches and temples stretch out along the coastline, should you wish to explore a little further afield. Coffee is an art form to the Greeks, and it's an unwritten rule that coffee time must never be rushed. So prepare to settle down for a couple of hours and lose yourself in a good chat. Feeling hungry - try traditional souvlaki made with sauces handed from generation to generation. Athens (Piraeus), Greece port guide Search cruises visiting Athens (Piraeus), Greece

Pricing

Lowest fare we've tracked over the observed 101-day span: $164 · range $164–$199

Current prices

Per person · 2 guests · incl. taxes & fees

Inside

from $184

$92 / night

Fare rows

JUNIOR INTERIOR FANTASTICA

Cabin grade

Available

from $184

$92 / night

per person · incl. taxes

JUNIOR INTERIOR FANTASTICA

Cabin grade

Available

from $194

$97 / night

per person · incl. taxes

JUNIOR INTERIOR FANTASTICA

Cabin grade

Available

from $306

$153 / night

per person · incl. taxes

JUNIOR INTERIOR FANTASTICA

Cabin grade

Available

from $316

$158 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Oceanview

from $224

$112 / night

Fare rows

OCEAN VIEW BELLA GUARANTEED

Cabin grade

Available

from $224

$112 / night

per person · incl. taxes

JUNIOR OCEAN VIEW WITH OBSTRUCTED VIEW FANTASTICA

Cabin grade

Available

from $244

$122 / night

per person · incl. taxes

JUNIOR OCEAN VIEW FANTASTICA

Cabin grade

Available

from $254

$127 / night

per person · incl. taxes

JUNIOR OCEAN VIEW FANTASTICA

Cabin grade

Available

from $264

$132 / night

per person · incl. taxes

OCEAN VIEW BELLA GUARANTEED

Cabin grade

Available

from $346

$173 / night

per person · incl. taxes

JUNIOR OCEAN VIEW WITH OBSTRUCTED VIEW FANTASTICA

Cabin grade

Available

from $366

$183 / night

per person · incl. taxes

JUNIOR OCEAN VIEW FANTASTICA

Cabin grade

Available

from $376

$188 / night

per person · incl. taxes

JUNIOR OCEAN VIEW FANTASTICA

Cabin grade

Available

from $386

$193 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Balcony

from $374

$187 / night

Fare rows

JUNIOR BALCONY FANTASTICA

Cabin grade

Available

from $374

$187 / night

per person · incl. taxes

JUNIOR BALCONY FANTASTICA

Cabin grade

Available

from $496

$248 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Suite

from $454

$227 / night

Fare rows

DELUXE SUITE AUREA

Cabin grade

Available

from $454

$227 / night

per person · incl. taxes

JUNIOR SUITE AUREA

Cabin grade

Available

from $464

$232 / night

per person · incl. taxes

DELUXE SUITE AUREA

Cabin grade

Available

from $576

$288 / night

per person · incl. taxes

JUNIOR SUITE AUREA

Cabin grade

Available

from $586

$293 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Prices verified Jul 8, 2026

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Price history

Cheaper than 90%

30 days

We've tracked this sailing's fares every day for the past 102 days. Here's what each cabin type has cost — today's fare is cheaper than 90% of days we've recorded.

Price history by cabin type
Cabin	Current	Lowest	Highest
Inside	$184	$164 · Apr 23	$199 · Mar 30
Oceanview	$224	$224 · Apr 23	$259 · Mar 30
Balcony	$374	$374 · Apr 23	$409 · Mar 30
Suite	$454	$454 · Apr 23	$489 · Mar 30

Lowest and highest fares we've recorded for each cabin type · verified 22 hours ago.

○ = last seen (sold out or delisted). · Verified 22 hours ago.

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Cabin grades

Lines step when the price changed; a gap means sold out or no public fare that day. Plot up to 6 at once.

Show all 13 cabin grades

Cabin grades and pricing
Name	Supplier code	Type
BALCONY BELLA GUARANTEED	BB	Balcony
JUNIOR BALCONY FANTASTICA	BM1	Balcony
INTERIOR BELLA GUARANTEED	IB	Inside
JUNIOR INTERIOR FANTASTICA	IM1	Inside
JUNIOR INTERIOR FANTASTICA	IM2	Inside
Inside	SPL	Inside
OCEAN VIEW BELLA GUARANTEED	OB	Oceanview
PREMIUM OCEAN VIEW FANTASTICA	OL1	Oceanview
JUNIOR OCEAN VIEW FANTASTICA	OM1	Oceanview
JUNIOR OCEAN VIEW FANTASTICA	OM2	Oceanview
JUNIOR OCEAN VIEW WITH OBSTRUCTED VIEW FANTASTICA	OO	Oceanview
DELUXE SUITE AUREA	SR1	Suite
JUNIOR SUITE AUREA	SR2	Suite

Ship

Your ship MSC Lirica 4★ **65,591** GT **2,548** guests Built **2003** There is a relaxed atmosphere on board aided by the elegant interiors and unimpeded ocean views from the lounges’ floor-to-ceiling windows. There are plenty of lounges and bars to enjoy a pre-dinner or pre-theatre drink including the swish Beverly Hills Bar and traditional English-style Lord Nelson Pub and the Broadway Theatre plays host to jaw-dropping entertainment 6 nights a week. Spacious new cabins with balconies offering superb panoramic views and we have enlarged the restaurant and buffet areasto serve up an even greater variety of culinary treats. MSC Lirica ship guide Search cruises on MSC Lirica

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