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Take in the beauty of charming Mediterranean towns and islands on this breathtaking journey through Greece and Turkey. Enjoy a 2-night stay in Athens, where during your guided sightseeing a visit to the Acropolis is included. Then board your cruise ship to set sail in the deep-blue Aegean Sea for a 4-night cruise. Highlights along the way include visits to the Greek islands of Mykonos, Kusadasi in Turkey, Patmos, Rhodes, Crete, and Santorini (weather permitting).
Day 1 Arrive In Athens, Greece
Time to rest or to start exploring the Hellenic capital. At 6 pm, meet your Athens host and traveling companions for a welcome drink.
Day 2 Athens
Sightseeing with a Local Guide features a visit to the Parthenon’s crowning beauty atop the ACROPOLIS, the Erechtheum with its Porch of Maidens, the beautifully preserved Theseum, Roman temple of Zeus, theater of Dionysus, and the Agora where Socrates taught. Vistas of the government buildings and elegant homes in the modern city provide a striking contrast to the remains of the glorious past. The rest of the day is at leisure. How about a Greek dinner tonight? Your local host knows where to find local fare and entertainment reminiscent of Zorba the Greek. (Breakfast)
Day 3 Athens–Piraeus (Embarkation)–Mykonos
Head for Pireaus, where you will sail into the deep blue waters of the Aegean Sea at 11 am, easily settling into the cruising routine of sunbathing, sipping cool drinks, splashing in the pool, and reveling in the delights prepared by the ship’s expert chefs. Later, dock at the mountainous island of Mykonos with its characteristic windmills and dazzling white houses. Time to wander at whim through narrow paved streets lined with trendy boutiques and shady tavernas before returning on board. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 4 Cruising: Kusadasi, Turkey & Patmos, Greece
Two ports of call today. First, Kusadasi on the Turkish coast. An optional morning excursion takes you to the fascinating Greek, Roman, and Byzantine excavations of Ephesus. Next, discover the tiny Greek island of Patmos, where St. John the Divine wrote the Revelation. The 11th-century monastery with its valuable manuscript collection is well worth a visit. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 5 Cruising: Rhodes
All day is dedicated to the island of Rhodes. Explore the sights in the historic Old City with its ramparts and palaces built by the Knights of St. John during the Crusades. Another possibility – join an optional excursion to Lindos and Athena’s fabulous temple. And if sightseeing is not your thing, Rhodes’ sun-drenched public beaches and colorful shopping districts are within easy walking distance of the port. Sail from Rhodes around dinner time. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 6 Cruising: Heraklion & Santorini
First port of call today is Heraklion on Crete. A few miles away is Knossos, the center of the 3000 BC Minoan civilization, and an optional excursion can be booked. Afternoon call (weather permitting) at Santorini, the “Black Pearl of the Aegean.” The optional shore excursion here takes you up to the cliff-top village of Thera for one of the world’s most breathtaking panoramas. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 7 Piraeus–Athens
After breakfast on board, disembark at Piraeus and return to Athens. The remainder of the day is free to catch up on last-minute shopping. Enjoy an optional dinner in a romantic restaurant. (Breakfast)
Day 8 Athens
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (Breakfast)
INCLUDED FEATURES
Athens
Welcome drink; guided sightseeing, visit the Acropolis
Cruise Details:
Rotation of ports of call may vary for congestion reasons at certain ports with or without prior notice.
Cabin categories:
Moderate Plus (inside cabin category IC)
Premier (outside cabin category XC/XD)
Premier Plus (upgraded outside cabin category XE/XF)
All cabins with two lower beds and private shower and toilet.
Full entertainment program on board.
Host service throughout the cruise.
Note:
Please check visa requirements with your local consulate(s); responsibility for obtaining visas rests with the traveler.
INSIDE VISITS
Inside visits and special features are shown in the description, including admission charges when applicable.
MEALS
Welcome drink; full buffet breakfast in Athens and full à-la-carte breakfasts, lunches, and dinners while cruising
SUPERIOR HOTELS - (D) Deluxe (SF) Superior First-Class (F) First-Class
ATHENS Divani Caravel (D)
Optional Excursions
Important Note: the following list of optional excursions are examples only for this vacation as they are the excursions that are being offered for this vacation in the current travel year. These optional excursions might or might not be offered next year, as well as new optional excursions might be offered. Information about what optional excursions will be offered for your vacation will be available later this year into next year. If no example excursions are listed, please check back later.
Here's a list of optional excursions you can enjoy during your vacation. Whether it's a special dinner, a local show or a special behind-the-scenes glimpse into an historical site, optional excursions are a wonderful way to enrich your vacation even further. Plus, they give you flexibility. We include the must-see sites and experiences, and we also understand that people take interest in different activities and may want to craft a more personal vacation by hand-picking optional excursions that appeal to them.
Availability is subject to sufficient participation, weather conditions, seasonal suitability, days of operation, group interests, and general feasibility for your vacation. The approximate value listed gives you a good, general idea of what you can expect to pay but may vary once you are on your vacation. Some information provided might be in a foreign currency.
CITY: Athens
Highlights of Athens
Together with your Local Guide, visit the Parthenon's crowning beauty atop the ACROPOLIS, the Erechtheum with its Porch of Maiden, the beautifully preserved Theseum, and the Roman Temple of Zeus. Vistas of elegant homes in the modern city provide contrast to the remains of the glorious past.
Approximate value: Please check back later per person
Romantic Greek Dinner in Microlimano
Admire the illuminated harbor of Microlimano before enjoying your four-course dinner with drinks included at one of the city's finest restaurants. You'll have spectacular views of the Acropolis and Lycabettus Hill.
Approximate value: EUR €66 per person
Plaka with Dinner
Sample a glass of ouzo and enjoy a Greek-style four-course dinner with drinks included at a taverna in the festive Plaka district. Folk dances put you in that special mood reminiscent of Zorba the Greek.
Approximate value: EUR €62 per person
Acropolis Museum
Meet your Local Guide for a short drive to the new ACROPOLIS MUSEUM, which houses sculptures and artifacts from Athens' Golden Age. See the most important marble sculptures from the Pantheon and other archaeological treasures never before exhibited.
Approximate value: EUR €43 per person
CITY: Shore Excursion
Shore Excursions
Please refer to the complete listing provided in the Important Travel Documents.
Approximate value: Please check back later per person
DEPARTURES March - November
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Day 4 Cruising: Kusadasi, Turkey & Patmos, Greece