This is definitely the most glamorous ship in the fleet. Travelling on Costa Fascinosa you'll be surrounded by cinema legends from Luchino Visconti to David Lynch and their most famous creations. Refined and intriguing environments, charming and fascinating atmospheres for a cruise surrounded by the greatest stars of the best movies of all time.
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Port
Arrive
Depart
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Monday, 9/14/26
About Valletta
In 1530, Charles V of Spain granted the island of Malta to the Knights of the Order of St. John. Many impressive 16th-century limestone buildings and fortifications from the Knights have endured, helping make the city of Valetta simply magnificent to experience today.
Valletta Attractions
Explore the city's main square and pass many of its ancient buildings. Then head to St. John's Cathedral, founded by the Knights of the Order of St. John during the 16th century. Today the cathedral is the final resting place for many of the knights - their headstones line the cathedral floor.
Valletta Activities
Visit the Armory, St, John's Co-Cathedral, and the 18th century Manoel Theater for some more spectacular sights.
Visit the National Museum of Archaeology. It houses collections of pottery, sculpture, statuettes, stone implements and personal ornaments recovered from the Maltese megalithic temples and other prehistoric sites.
Explore the Palace of the Grand Masters, completed in 1574. It contains portraits of the Grand Masters of the Order and European monarchs, interesting furniture and other works of art.
Stroll through the Upper Barrakka Gardens and enjoy the magnificent panoramic view of Grand Harbour.
Tunisia's capital lies at the western end of the shallow Lake Tunis, which opens to the sea at La Goulette. This is the first of a string of beach suburbs that stretches away to the north; it is here that the city's port is located. This coastal area includes the ruins of ancient Carthage and the picturesque suburb of Sidi Bou Said, places that attract more visitors than Tunis itself. As far as capital cities go, Tunis has an easy-going, unhurried air about it. It is a very liberal city by Islamic standards and certainly leading the way in Western trends for the rest of the country.
La Goulette Attractions
A visit to the Bardo Museum is a must. Housed in an old palace, the museum is renowned as the best in the country. Organized in sections, it features an impressive display of artifacts covering the Carthaginian, Roman, Palaeo-Christian and Arab-Islamic eras. The Roman mosaics are among the finest collections anywhere in the world.
La Goulette Activities
Kasbah Mosque - On a rise at the western edge of the medina, the 13th-century mosque stands on an enormous open square beautifully paved with local granite.
Beaches - One of the best beaches is found at La Marsa. Others are at Amilcar and La Goulette. La Marsa is also one of the most exclusive residential suburbs, with upscale cafés and restaurants.
The capital of Sicily is situated on a crescent-shaped bay on the island's north coast. Once the intellectual capital of southern Europe, Palermo has always been at the crossroads of civilization. Due to its favorable location, Sicily's most interesting city has attracted almost every people and culture touching the Mediterranean world. Its most unique characteristic is a harmonious blend of Arab-Norman cultures mixed with Byzantine and Jewish elements, which created some unforgettable and resplendent works of art.
Palermo Attractions
Today, visitors still enjoy seeing the legacy of Palermo's rich past. Great Arab-Norman buildings include the Cappella Palatina, La Martorana, San Giovanni degli Eremiti and, a few miles outside the city, the Cathedral of Monreale. The Archaeological Museum and the Regional Gallery are both worth a visit. The bustling streets and animated markets give the town an Oriental feel. Palermo's center can be easily explored on foot. The Quattro Canti, or Four Corners, is the monumental crossroads laid out in 1608-1620 at the central intersection of the four longest and straightest streets of the city. North of Piazza Castelnuovo lie the avenues of the new city. Most sights are scattered along three major streets: Corso Vittorio Emanuele, Via Maqueda and Via Roma. A vigorous metropolis with a strong historical profile, Palermo is packed with interest and, approached with an open mind, you will find it an enriching and enjoyable place to explore.
Palermo Activities
Porta Nuova - At the beginning of Corso Vittorio Emanuele stands this impressive monument. With majolica- tiled pinnacle and the enormous busts of four Moors the Porta Nuova presents an imposing sight. La Martorana The church was founded in 1143. It is known for its fine Byzantine mosaics.
Palatine Chapel - The famous chapel is located in the former Palace of the Norman’s and dates from the 12th century. While the palace houses the Sicilian Parliament and is not open to tourists, the chapel can be visited. It features lavish Arab- Norman decorations, with glittering mosaics and a splendid Arab honeycomb stalactite wooden ceiling. Because of its great popularity with visitors, admission is strictly regulated and long lines must be anticipated.
Cathedral Treasury - On display here are contents of some of the royal tombs, in particular the crown of Constance of Aragon. The crown was made by local craftsmen in the 12th century.
Archaeological Museum - The museum houses one of the most interesting collections in Italy, illustrating the history of western Sicily from prehistoric times to the Roman era. The displays are arranged around two 17th- century cloisters. Among the museum’s most important exhibits are the bas- reliefs from Selinunte.
Naples the diva of Italy. Voluptuous, vivacious and vibrantly alive. All the marvelous sights, scents and sounds of Southern Italy are here. It's where pasta was invented and where the first pizza was tossed. And in the ashen ruins of Pompeii, see where ancient Romans came to play, only to be lost under Vesuvius fire and fury.
Naples Attractions
While you're in the area, you'll want to visit Pompeii, one of the most famous excavation sites in the world. A thriving city 1,900 years ago, it was devastated by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 A.D. when 30 feet of volcanic ash and pumice stone covered it. Enter Pompeii by the sea gate and take a short walk to the hub of the city: the Forum. View the lavish temples and porticoes that lay beneath the ash for centuries.
Naples Activities
Take a short boat trip to the entrancing Isle of Capri, and explore Capri Town. Wander its quaint streets and explore its shops and cafés. Discover the Gardens of Augustus, overlooking the famous Faraglioni of Capri and Marina Piccola.
Take a ride up the Amalfi Coast. With its ocean views and beautiful vistas, it's one of the most breathtaking stretches of road in the world.
Walk around and spend an afternoon getting to know the picturesque city of Naples.
For centuries the ancient port of Civitavecchia has served as the gateway to magnificent Rome. Its a city so immersed in history, you'll find yourself drifiting back to a distant time. Home of Michelangelos Sistine Chapel, Rome flourishes today as she did in her Golden Age. Experience Rome, a city of colossal ruins, majestic cathedrals and a golden past, worthy of many return visits.
Civitavecchia (Rome) Attractions
Experience the history of Rome as you wander around the Colosseum and Roman Forum.
Civitavecchia (Rome) Activities
Explore the amazing history and culture of Rome. Stop at the Ara Pacis, or Altar of Peace, a Roman sacrificial altar enclosed in a screen of Parian marble.
Visit the Vatican Museum, where you can walk through the many rooms that house the largest art collection in the world.
Travel through magnificent St. Peter's Basilica, the largest church in the world.
View the Sistine Chapel, a masterpiece of Renaissance art, the ceiling of which was painted by Michelangelo.
Toss a coin in the famous Trevi Fountain - a way to ensure that you'll always return to Rome.
The port city of Ajaccio on Corsicas southwest coast is the birthplace of Napoleaon Bonaparte. Stroll the pastel-painted town and appreciate its collections of Napoleonia at Maison Bonaparte and the Musee Fesch. Outside town, enjoy the islands Mediterranean vistas from a mountain walking trail.
Ajaccio Attractions
In this, the homeland of Napoleon Bonaparte, you can't miss his actual home. Located on the Rue de Letizia, just off Rue Saint Charles, Maison Bonaparte features period furniture and family portraits.
Ajaccio Activities
Visit Ajaccio's 16th-century cathedral dedicated to La Madonuccia, the city's patron saint who is thought to have protected the residents from the Black Plague.
Enjoy a rest in the Place Foch, the city's finest square. Lined with palm trees, it features a statue of Napoleon atop a fountain facing the Gulf of Ajaccio.
Stroll through Musée Fesch, the city's finest art museum, which happens to be the former residence of Napoleon's uncle. Many of the paintings were presented to Joseph Fesch by his nephew Napoleon.
A part of the Italian Riviera near Genoa, Savona is a city rich in history and enterprise, largely centered around its port. A tour of the city may include a visit to "Columbus's House," a former residence of Christopher Columbus nestled in the Savona hills. Or one may visit Savona's most important monument, the Priamar, a recently-restored castle stronghold located near the port.
Savona Activities
Near the Rocca di San Giorgio, on the "Promontorio del Priamar", stands the fortress named Priamar, built after fall of Savona in Genoese hands (1528) by the Genoese in 1542, on the area of the old cathedral and old city and later used as a prison and military prison (italian patriot Giuseppe Mazzini was imprisoned here).
Near the Cathedral (built 1589 – 1604) is the Cappella Sistina, containing the tomb erected by the Della Rovere Pope Sixtus IV to honor his parents. The Cathedral has one of the most notworthy wooden choirs of XVI cent. European churches.
Facing the cathedral is the unfinished Palazzo Della Rovere, built by Cardinal Giulio della Rovere (Pope Julius II) from the plans of Giuliano da Sangallo as a university.
The old towers, survived after 1528 ruin (war with Genoa): the Campanassa (Commune tower where freedom of Savona was signed in 1191), towers Corsi and Riario, "Ghibelline Tower", and Torre della Quarda (also known as "a Torretta"), in Leone Pancaldo square.
The Sanctuary of Nostra Signora della Misericordia.
In neighbourhood of Savona remains a house documented as property of Domenico Colombo, father of Christopher Columbus, where they lived for many years (Christopher Columbus lived in Savona for much of his youth).
This is definitely the most glamorous ship in the fleet. Travelling on Costa Fascinosa you'll be surrounded by cinema legends from Luchino Visconti to David Lynch and their most famous creations. Refined and intriguing environments, charming and fascinating atmospheres for a cruise surrounded by the greatest stars of the best movies of all time.
Year Built
2012
Capacity
3,000
Meeting Rooms
No
Year Refurbished
N/A
Elevators
N/A
Casino
Yes
Registry
Italy
Restaurants
4
Disco
Yes
Tonnage
114,500
Bars
13
Fitness Center
Yes
Cabins
1,500
Pools
3
Children's Program
Yes
Handicap Cabins
N/A
Theaters
Y
Internet Cafe
Yes
Shops
Yes
Library
Yes
Spa
Yes
Cabin Categories | Decks
Balcony
Grand Balcony
Grand Suite
Inside
Inside Single
Mini Suite
Outside
Outside Single
Samsara Balcony
Samsara Grand Suite
Samsara Inside
Samsara Suite
Suite
Cabin Details
These staterooms feature a private veranda, two lower beds (most of which convert into a queen), a private bath with shower, direct-dial ship-to-shore telephone, TV, hairdryer, and a safe. (210 sq. ft., including veranda)
These staterooms feature a private veranda, two lower beds (most of which convert into a queen), a private bath with shower, direct-dial ship-to-shore telephone, TV, hairdryer, and a safe. (210 sq. ft., including veranda)
These staterooms feature a private veranda, two lower beds (most of which convert into a queen), a private bath with shower, direct-dial ship-to-shore telephone, TV, hairdryer, and a safe. (210 sq. ft., including veranda)
These staterooms feature a private veranda, two lower beds (most of which convert into a queen), a private bath with shower, direct-dial ship-to-shore telephone, TV, hairdryer, and a safe. (210 sq. ft., including veranda)
These staterooms feature a private veranda, two lower beds (most of which convert into a queen), a private bath with shower, direct-dial ship-to-shore telephone, TV, hairdryer, and a safe. (210 sq. ft., including veranda)
These staterooms feature a private veranda, two lower beds (most of which convert into a queen), a private bath with shower, direct-dial ship-to-shore telephone, TV, hairdryer, and a safe. (210 sq. ft., including veranda)
Each suite features two lower beds that can convert to a queen bed, a single sofa bed, private veranda, private whirlpool bath, sitting area, direct-dial ship-to-shore telephone, TV, VCR, hairdryer, and a safe. Guests staying in suites also receive VIP check-in, priority embarkation and disembarkation, butler service, daily fresh fruit, one bottle of sparkling wine, preferred seating at the ship's restaurants, and an invitation to the captain's cocktail party. (600 sq. ft., including veranda)
Inside
Each single stateroom features a single bed, a private bath with shower, direct-dial ship-to-shore telephone, TV, hairdryer, and a safe. (160 sq. ft.)
Each single stateroom features a single bed, a private bath with shower, direct-dial ship-to-shore telephone, TV, hairdryer, and a safe. (160 sq. ft.)
Each room features two lower beds (most of which convert into a queen), a private bath with shower, direct-dial ship-to-shore telephone, TV, hairdryer, and a safe.
Each room features two lower beds (most of which convert into a queen), a private bath with shower, direct-dial ship-to-shore telephone, TV, hairdryer, and a safe.
Each room features two lower beds (most of which convert into a queen), a private bath with shower, direct-dial ship-to-shore telephone, TV, hairdryer, and a safe.
Each room features two lower beds (most of which convert into a queen), a private bath with shower, direct-dial ship-to-shore telephone, TV, hairdryer, and a safe.
Each room features two lower beds (most of which convert into a queen), a private bath with shower, direct-dial ship-to-shore telephone, TV, hairdryer, and a safe.
Each single stateroom features a single bed, a private bath with shower, direct-dial ship-to-shore telephone, TV, hairdryer, and a safe. (160 sq. ft.)
Each single stateroom features a single bed, a private bath with shower, direct-dial ship-to-shore telephone, TV, hairdryer, and a safe. (160 sq. ft.)
Each spacious suite features two lower beds that can convert to a queen, a single sofa bed, private veranda, private whirlpool bath, sitting area, direct-dial ship-to-shore telephone, TV, VCR, hairdryer, and a safe. Guests staying in suites also receive VIP check-in, priority embarkation and disembarkation, butler service, daily fresh fruit, one bottle of sparkling wine, preferred seating at the ships many restaurants, and an invitation to the cocktail party with the captain.
Outside
Outside
These staterooms feature an ocean view, single bed, private bath with shower, direct-dial ship-to-shore telephone, TV, hairdryer, and a safe. (190 sq. ft.)
These staterooms feature an ocean view, single bed, private bath with shower, direct-dial ship-to-shore telephone, TV, hairdryer, and a safe. (190 sq. ft.)
These staterooms feature an ocean view, single bed, private bath with shower, direct-dial ship-to-shore telephone, TV, hairdryer, and a safe. (190 sq. ft.)
These staterooms feature an ocean view, single bed, private bath with shower, direct-dial ship-to-shore telephone, TV, hairdryer, and a safe. (190 sq. ft.)
These staterooms feature an ocean view, two lower beds, private bath with shower, direct-dial ship-to-shore telephone, TV, hairdryer, and a safe. (190 sq. ft.)
These staterooms feature an ocean view, two lower beds, private bath with shower, direct-dial ship-to-shore telephone, TV, hairdryer, and a safe. (190 sq. ft.)
These staterooms feature an ocean view, single bed, private bath with shower, direct-dial ship-to-shore telephone, TV, hairdryer, and a safe. (190 sq. ft.)
These staterooms feature an ocean view, single bed, private bath with shower, direct-dial ship-to-shore telephone, TV, hairdryer, and a safe. (190 sq. ft.)
These staterooms feature two lower beds that can convert to a queen bed, a single sofa bed, private veranda, private bath with shower, sitting area, direct-dial ship-to-shore telephone, TV, VCR, hairdryer, a safe, and convenient access to the Samsara spa at all times (220 sq. ft).
Each suite features two lower beds that can convert to a queen bed, a single sofa bed, private veranda, private whirlpool bath, sitting area, direct-dial ship-to-shore telephone, TV, VCR, hairdryer, and a safe. Guests staying in suites also have convenient access to the Samsara spa at all times, and receive VIP check-in, priority embarkation and disembarkation, butler service, daily fresh fruit, one bottle of sparkling wine, preferred seating at the ship's restaurants, and an invitation to the captain's cocktail party. (337 sq. ft.)
These staterooms feature two lower beds that can convert to a queen bed, a single sofa bed, private bath with shower, sitting area, direct-dial ship-to-shore telephone, TV, VCR, hairdryer, a safe, and convenient access to the Samsara spa at all times.
Each suite features two lower beds that can convert to a queen bed, a single sofa bed, private veranda, private whirlpool bath, sitting area, direct-dial ship-to-shore telephone, TV, VCR, hairdryer, and a safe. Guests staying in suites also have convenient access to the Samsara spa at all times, and receive VIP check-in, priority embarkation and disembarkation, butler service, daily fresh fruit, one bottle of sparkling wine, preferred seating at the ship's restaurants, and an invitation to the captain's cocktail party. (337 sq. ft.)
Each suite features two lower beds that can convert to a queen bed, a single sofa bed, private veranda, private whirlpool bath, sitting area, direct-dial ship-to-shore telephone, TV, VCR, hairdryer, and a safe. Guests staying in suites also have convenient access to the Samsara spa at all times, and receive VIP check-in, priority embarkation and disembarkation, butler service, daily fresh fruit, one bottle of sparkling wine, preferred seating at the ship's restaurants, and an invitation to the captain's cocktail party. (337 sq. ft.)
Each suite features two lower beds that can convert to a queen bed, a single sofa bed, private veranda, private whirlpool bath, sitting area, direct-dial ship-to-shore telephone, TV, VCR, hairdryer, and a safe. Guests staying in suites also receive VIP check-in, priority embarkation and disembarkation, butler service, daily fresh fruit, one bottle of sparkling wine, preferred seating at the ship's restaurants, and an invitation to the captain's cocktail party. (360 sq. ft., including veranda)
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Deck 12
Deck 11
Deck 10
Deck 9
Deck 8
Deck 7
Deck 6
Deck 5
Deck 4
Deck 3
Deck 2
Deck 1
Deck 1 - Irma
Deck 2 - Rigoletto
Deck 3 - Gradisca
Deck 4 - Gilda
Deck 5 - Aida
Deck 6 - Tancredi
Deck 7 - Zivago
Deck 8 - Marlene
Deck 9 - Carmen
Deck 10 - Turandot
Deck 11 - Tosca
Deck 12 - Butterfly
Deck 14 - Dorothy
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Departure Port:
Valletta
Sailing Date:
Monday, 09/14/26
Return Date:
Sunday, 09/20/26
Nights:
6
Ship:
Fascinosa
Cruise Line:
Costa Cruises
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Tunisia's capital lies at the western end of the shallow Lake Tunis, which opens to the sea at La Goulette. This is the first of a string of beach suburbs that stretches away to the north; it is here that the city's port is located. This coastal area includes the ruins of ancient Carthage and the picturesque suburb of Sidi Bou Said, places that attract more visitors than Tunis itself. As far as capital cities go, Tunis has an easy-going, unhurried air about it. It is a very liberal city by Islamic standards and certainly leading the way in Western trends for the rest of the country. 
The port city of Ajaccio on Corsicas southwest coast is the birthplace of Napoleaon Bonaparte. Stroll the pastel-painted town and appreciate its collections of Napoleonia at Maison Bonaparte and the Musee Fesch. Outside town, enjoy the islands Mediterranean vistas from a mountain walking trail. 
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