Astoria Grande Cruises in 2026: Turkey, Egypt, Greece, and Italy
Departures from Antalya every week — multilingual service on board
Sea cruises on Astoria Grande offer the chance to visit Turkey and Egypt visa-free, and on extended itineraries, the Greek islands of the Aegean Sea as well — with select 2026–2027 sailings also calling at Italian ports. Since August 2026, the liner departs from the port of Antalya: the operator changed the home port (previously Sochi) due to Black Sea navigation safety requirements. A charter flight from Sochi to Antalya is available for guests travelling from Russia. BIOHACTOUR is an official travel agency and partner of the cruise line La Voyage (contract No. LV-TR-2025/178, TÜRSAB licence A-14433), helping travelers book cabins on official Astoria Grande sailings with early-booking benefits and a best-price guarantee.
✓ From €760 for 4 nights | From €1,000 for 7 nights | From €3,180 for 14 nights (interior cabin; up to €4,950 for a suite on extended routes)
✓ Departure from the port of Antalya (a charter flight from Sochi to Antalya is available for guests travelling from Russia)
✓ Turkey and Egypt — no visa required; routes calling at Greece or Italy require a Schengen visa
✓ Multilingual service on board; Russian MIR cards accepted, and payment in Turkish lira is available for guests based in Turkey
✓ Early booking for the 2026–2027 season — save up to 30%
Astoria Grande Cruise 2026–2027 — Full Overview of Schedule, Current Prices, and Booking Conditions
Astoria Grande is a cruise ship carrying up to 1,328 passengers, offering Mediterranean sea cruises departing from the port of Antalya; prices start from $866 for a short 4-day route. The ship (formerly AIDAcara) was built in 1996 and refurbished in 2021. Since August 2026, the ship owner has changed the home port (previously Sochi) due to navigation safety requirements in the Black Sea; a charter flight from Sochi to Antalya is available for guests from Russia.
For routes covering only Turkey and Egypt, a valid passport is enough — no visa is required. For the extended Mediterranean route calling at Greek islands and/or Italian ports, a Schengen visa arranged in advance is required — it is not issued on board or at the port of call. Applications must be submitted to the consulate or visa centre of the Schengen country where the traveller spends the most days on the cruise route: more days in Greece means a Greek visa, more days in Italy means an Italian visa.
Prices range from $866 for a short 4-day route through Turkey and Egypt to $3,601 for an extended 14-day route calling at Greece and Italy, with savings of up to 30% available for early booking in the 2026–2027 season. The ship sails between ports in Turkey, Egypt, Greece and Italy, departing from Antalya — the schedule runs through January 2027.
Booking through official partner BIOHACTOUR (agreement with La Voyage No. LV-TR-2025/178) includes help choosing a cabin, multilingual support, and a best-price guarantee. The 2026–2027 season also includes early-booking discounts of up to 30%, group rates from 4 passengers, and an All Inclusive package on board.
How to Book an Astoria Grande Cruise
BIOHACTOUR is the official booking agent for cruises on the Astoria Grande, a partner of La Voyage (agreement No. LV-TR-2025/178). We help travellers book cabins, provide the current sailing schedule, and advise on all aspects of the trip, including visa requirements for routes calling at Greece and Italy. Our role is to make the booking process as simple and transparent as possible.
Official website of the cruise line: astoriagrande.com
Where Does Astoria Grande Sail: Popular Routes for the 2026–2027 Season
Turkey and Egypt (4–7 nights) — Antalya → Alexandria or Port Said (Egypt) → Turkish ports (Kuşadası, Bodrum, Marmaris, Çeşme) → Antalya; no visa required.
Mediterranean with Greece (7–10 nights) — Antalya → Izmir → Greek islands (Crete, Rhodes, Santorini, Mykonos, Piraeus) → Antalya; a Greek Schengen visa is required.
Grand tour with Italy (14 nights) — Antalya → Izmir → Italian ports (Messina, Naples or Civitavecchia/Rome, Palermo) → Greek ports → Antalya; a multiple-entry Italian Schengen visa is required.
Astoria Grande Schedule and Routes — 2026–2027 Season
Current departure dates from Antalya, from BIOHACTOUR, the official La Voyage agent (agreement No. LV-TR-2025/178).
September 2026
September 26 — 7 nights — Antalya → Alexandria → Kuşadası → Bodrum → Marmaris → Antalya
October 2026
October 3 — 7 nights — Antalya → Port Said → Kuşadası → Bodrum → Marmaris → Antalya
October 10 — 14 nights — Antalya → Izmir → Kuşadası → Mykonos → Katakolon → Catania (Italy) → Valletta (Malta) → Nafplion → Bodrum → Marmaris → Antalya
October 24 — 14 nights — Antalya → Izmir → Volos → Piraeus → Katakolon → Messina, Naples, Civitavecchia, Palermo (Italy) → Kuşadası → Bodrum → Antalya
November 2026
November 7 — 14 nights — Antalya → Suez Canal → Ismailia → Sharm El Sheikh → Aqaba (Jordan) → Hurghada → Antalya
November 21 — 7 nights — Antalya → Alexandria → Izmir → Bodrum → Antalya
November 28 — 7 nights — Antalya → Heraklion → Piraeus → Volos → Antalya
December 2026
December 5 — 10 nights — Antalya → Heraklion → Thessaloniki → Volos → Nafplion → Izmir → Antalya
December 15 — 7 nights — Antalya → Alexandria → Izmir → Kuşadası → Bodrum → Antalya
December 22 — 8 nights — Antalya → Heraklion → Rhodes → Nafplion → Antalya
December 30 — 7 nights — Antalya → Alexandria → Izmir → Kuşadası → Bodrum → Antalya
January 2027
January 6 — 10 nights — Antalya → Rhodes → Piraeus → Katakolon → Corfu → Bari (Italy) → Heraklion → Marmaris → Antalya
Schedule cross-checked against the booking widget as of September 23, 2026; we confirm exact availability for your travel date when you submit a request.
Prices are per person, based on double occupancy in an interior cabin (excluding insurance and port fees).
How Much Does an Astoria Grande Cruise Cost?
Prices start from $866 for a short 4-night cruise, from $1,142 for a classic weekly cruise, and from $1,869 to $3,601 for an extended route with Greece and Italy. The price depends on cabin type: interior (the most affordable option), ocean view or balcony (30–40% more). Prices start from $866 for a short 4-night cruise, from $1,142 for a classic weekly cruise, and from $1,869 to $3,601 for an extended route with Greece and Italy. The price depends on cabin type: interior (the most affordable option), ocean view or balcony (30–40% more). Under the current promotion, children aged 2 to 11 inclusive (up to two children) stay free on an extra bed in a cabin with 2 adults — only port and service fees apply; children aged 12–17 get a 50% discount on the extra-bed fare. The number of promotional cabins is limited.
What's Included in the Price?
All Inclusive dining on board (buffet in the main restaurant, à la carte restaurants by reservation), entertainment programmes (theatre shows, live music, casino, pools, spa centre, kids' clubs). Shore excursions are charged separately or already included in the price on selected sailings.
When Is the Best Season for Astoria Grande Cruises?
The 2026–2027 schedule runs through January, covering the mild Turkish autumn and Mediterranean winter (+18...+28°C depending on the month). Early booking gives discounts of up to 30%.
BIOHACTOUR — Your Cruise Booking Agent
The BIOHACTOUR brand (Saodat Turizm travel agency, TÜRSAB licence A-14433) is the official booking agent for the Astoria Grande cruise line. We help choose the route and cabin to fit your budget, advise on documents, and answer questions at every stage of the trip.
Our Advantages:
— Online booking with card payment
— Cabin confirmation within 2–4 hours
— Transparent pricing, no hidden fees
— Help choosing a hotel and transfer to your hotel in Antalya
— Advice on excursions at ports of call
How to Get to the Port in Antalya
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Airport pickup. If you're flying on a charter flight linked to the cruise, Astoria Grande staff will meet you in the arrivals area, right at the terminal exit. Find desk 095 (the welcome desk) — a free transfer to the sea port can be arranged there. Buses run every 45 minutes.
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Transfer to the port. Group transfers are cleared to enter the port area and will take you straight to the BOARDING terminal.
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If travelling independently. You can get there by taxi or your own car. At the port entrance, a security officer will ask to see your boarding pass or another document confirming your cruise booking.
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Boarding. After arriving, walk straight along the building to the BOARDING entrance. Keep your luggage with you — it needs to go through X-ray screening and passport control. After that, follow the signs to the Astoria Grande check-in hall, where you'll receive your onboard card and luggage tags. Then head down to the pier: heavy luggage is tagged and handed to staff at the pier, and only hand luggage goes on board with you. Attach the tags to your suitcase, then head to the gangway — show your onboard card and board the ship.
A Few Tips:
— Confirm details in advance: contact your agent or your Astoria Grande manager — they'll confirm the transfer time, sailing number, and other details.
— Arrive early: we recommend getting to the airport about 3 hours before departure.
— Support contact:+90 532 67 99 057
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Departure port: Antalya (a charter flight from Sochi to Antalya is available for guests travelling from Russia)
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Destinations: Turkey (Istanbul, Izmir, Kuşadası, Bodrum, Marmaris, Çeşme, Alanya), Egypt (Alexandria, Port Said), extended sailings — Greece (Crete, Rhodes, Santorini, Mykonos, Piraeus, Volos, Corfu) and Italy (Messina, Naples, Civitavecchia/Rome, Palermo, Bari)
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Liner: Astoria Grande — a cruise ship carrying up to 1,328 passengers
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Visa: not required for Turkey — a valid passport is enough. Calling at Egypt (Alexandria, Port Said) requires a separate entry document — a visa on arrival or e-visa, depending on nationality, arranged separately from the Schengen visa. Extended routes calling at Greece and/or Italy require a Schengen visa for travelers who need one, arranged in advance at the consulate of the country where most nights of the route are spent
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Duration: from 4 nights (short route) to 14 nights (extended route)
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Season: August 2026 – January 2027 (current schedule; longer-range dates available on request)
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Prices: from €760 for a 4-day cruise | from €1,000 for a 7-day cruise | from €1,650 to €3,180 for an extended route
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Children: ages 2–11 inclusive stay free on an extra bed with 2 adults in the cabin (only port and service fees apply). Ages 12–17 get a 50% discount on an extra bed. Discounted cabins are limited
Why Choose Astoria Grande Cruises?
RUSSIAN-SPEAKING CREW ON BOARD
Astoria Grande is one of the few large liners with a Russian-speaking crew and service. Communicate with the crew and fellow travelers in Russian throughout the trip. English is also spoken on board — however, international (non-Russian) guests require advance approval from the cruise operator before booking.
CONVENIENT BOARDING IN TURKEY
Departing from the port of Antalya — convenient for guests already in Turkey. A charter flight from Sochi to Antalya is available for guests travelling from Russia.
NO VISA FOR SHORT ROUTES
Turkish and Egyptian entry within the cruise does not require a visa for most nationalities, but your passport must be valid for at least 120 days from the date of entry. Requirements for Egyptian ports can vary by nationality — please confirm with your BIOHACTOUR agent when booking.
GREAT VALUE
From €760 for 4 nights — all-inclusive on board. Early booking for the 2026–2027 season — save up to 30%.
RUSSIAN-SPEAKING SUPPORT
Guides, excursions, and support in Russian. Communicate with the crew and fellow travelers in Russian.
ALL-INCLUSIVE
Meals, drinks, entertainment, shows, pools, and kids' clubs — all included in the price. Four meals a day, all-inclusive format (breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks, soft drinks with meals). Alcoholic beverages are not included in this package and are billed separately.
Astoria Grande Cruise Routes 2026
Mini-Cruise "Beloved Turkey" — 3-4 Nights
Short weekend cruise for first-time sea travelers. Two Turkish ports on the Black Sea coast: historic Trabzon with Sumela Monastery and picturesque Sinop with ancient ruins. 6-8 hours in each port for exploration and guided excursions.
✓ No visa required — passport only
✓ All-Inclusive onboard
✓ Children aged 2-11 free (port fees only)
Route: Sochi → Samsun → Trabzon → Sochi or Sochi → Istanbul → Sochi
Classic Cruise "Magical East" — 7-8 Nights
The most popular format — a week at sea visiting
Istanbul, Turkish ports and Greek islands. 8-12 hours
in each port for excursions, shopping and local cuisine.
Multilingual guides available for shore excursions.
✓ Istanbul — 1-2 days in port
✓ Turkey, Greece — different itineraries each week
✓ All-Inclusive onboard
✓ Multilingual service
Popular itineraries:
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September 26 — 7 nights: Antalya → Alexandria → Kuşadası → Bodrum → Marmaris → Antalya — from $849
October 3 — 7 nights: Antalya → Port Said → Kuşadası → Bodrum → Marmaris → Antalya — from $1,063
November 21 — 7 nights: Antalya → Alexandria → Izmir → Bodrum → Antalya — from $1,142
December 15 — 7 nights: Antalya → Alexandria → Izmir → Kuşadası → Bodrum → Antalya — from $1,190
December 30 — 7 nights: Antalya → Alexandria → Izmir → Kuşadası → Bodrum → Antalya — from $1,293
⚠️ Routes in this format do not require a visa.
Price: from $849 per person
Extended Mediterranean Cruise — 10-14 Nights
Duration: 10-14 nights | Turkish port departures
Extended cruises visiting Greece, Italy, Egypt and Turkey. Several days in Istanbul, Greek islands, Mediterranean ports. Ample time in each port for excursions and sightseeing. Multilingual guides available.
✓ Greece — Mykonos, Rhodes, Santorini, Kavala, Zakynthos
✓ Italy — Naples, Palermo, Sicily
✓ Egypt — Alexandria (visa arranged by operator)
✓Multilingual service onboard Popular itineraries:
July 18 — 10 nights
Sochi → Istanbul → Rhodes → Mykonos — from $2,432
August 29 — 10 nights
Sochi → Istanbul → Kavala → Rhodes → Mykonos → Santorini — from $2,245
October 10 — 14 nights
Sochi → Istanbul → Mykonos → Katakolon (Olympia) — from $3,095
October 24 — 14 nights
Sochi → Istanbul → Zakynthos → Naples → Palermo → Crete — from $3,480
November 7 — 14 nights
Sochi → Istanbul → Marmaris → Alanya → Alexandria → Izmir — from $1,863
⚠️ Schengen visa required for routes calling at Greek and Italian ports.
Price: from $1,863 per person
Astoria Grande offers the following cabin categories:
— Interior (no window, the most affordable option)
— Ocean view (with window)
— Balcony
— Junior suite (with balcony)
— Royal suite (35 m² plus a private deck at the bow of deck 7)
The ship also has 8 double cabins specially adapted for guests with limited mobility. A 50% discount on the cruise fare applies for an accompanying companion if the guest uses a wheelchair.
Prices — Astoria Grande cruises 2026–2027
Prices depend on the selected cabin, route length, and season:
4 NIGHTS — MINI-CRUISE:
— Interior cabin: from €760 per person
— Ocean view cabin: from €816 per person
— Balcony cabin: from €1,328 per person
— Suite: from €1,936 per person
7 NIGHTS — CLASSIC CRUISE:
— Interior cabin: from €1,008 per person
— Ocean view cabin: from €1,050 per person
— Balcony cabin: from €1,911 per person
— Suite: from €3,101 per person
10–14 NIGHTS — EXTENDED CRUISES WITH GREECE AND ITALY:
— Interior cabin: from €2,060 per person
— Ocean view cabin: from €2,160 per person
— Balcony cabin: from €3,970 per person
— Suite: from €4,950 per person
Discounts and special offers:
✓ Early booking — up to 30% discount
✓ Group bookings of 4 or more people — 8–18% discount
✓ Children 2–11 years old — free (only port fees apply)
✓ Children 12–17 years old — 50% discount
What's included in the price: Meals — full board (breakfast, lunch, dinner, soft drinks), entertainment programs, theatre, casino, swimming pools, children's clubs.
Additional charges: Shore excursions (optional), alcoholic drinks, spa treatments, Wi-Fi on board (~€10–15/day).
Please check exact prices and current schedules when booking — BIOHACTOUR will provide full information on all available cabins and special offers.
Cruise deals for 2026
Current special offers and promotions from BIOHACTOUR: discounts on Astoria Grande, MSC, Celestyal and Aroya cruises, exclusive prices for medical procedures at partner clinics in Istanbul, wellness packages and seasonal sales.
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