Overview
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You’ll return to Piraeus to disembark your ship, then conclude your value-minded Greek vacation with two more nights in Athens including a visit to the Archaeological Museum. This affordable vacation in Greece with Mediterranean cruise is the perfect way to explore Athens and the Aegean!
Highlights
Guided tour including the Acropolis and guided visit of the Archaeological Museum
CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS
ISTANBUL Half day Bosphoros cruise and Spice Market visit
CANAKKALE
VOLOS
HERAKLION Half day Minoan Palace of Knossos excursion
SANTORINI Half day spectacular Oia village excursion
MYKONOS
2020 Tour itinerary
Total meals included:
- 10 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 7 dinners
ARRIVE IN ATHENS, GREECE
Day1
Check into your hotel. The rest of the day is free to start exploring. Tonight, meet your Tour Director and fellow travelers.
ATHENS-PIRAEUS (EMBARKATION)
Day2
Get to know the modern and ancient history of this fascinating city on the included guided sightseeing tour. Explore the ruins of the ACROPOLIS, the ancient temple-city symbolizing the greatness of ancient Greece in politics, culture, and philosophy. The city is busy and yet very fascinating, as it combines the great ancient heritage with contemporary architecture, street art and other art expressions. Spend some free time discovering the city before driving to the port town on Piraeus to embark your cruise ship in the afternoon.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
ISTANBUL, TURKEY
Day3
Enjoy the ship’s facilities this morning as you sail to Istanbul with arrival in the afternoon. Istanbul is the fascinating and exotic capital city of Turkey, where Asia and Europe meet. It has a very diverse heritage, made up by all the different civilizations who occupied the city over the millennia, expressed in the architecture, traditions, culture, music, and food. The people are very friendly and open, and the city will surprise you at every turning of a corner.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
ISTANBUL
Day4
Discover the bustling city from the water, as you enjoy beautiful views on the included BOSPHOROS cruise followed by a visit to the SPICE MARKET. There are so many things to see in this interesting city; the Blue Mosque, the Topkapi Palace, and much more. Even stopping in a local coffee shop can become the highlight of your day. Take advantage of your time, as you will be leaving port in the evening.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
CANAKKALE.
Day5
Wake up in Cannakale this morning. From the cruise ship, you can spot the wooden Trojan horse on the vast yacht-lined waterfront promenade, serving as a taste of what awaits. Cannakale is not only a good starting base for visiting the battlefields of Gallipoli, but also has a youthful vibe thanks to its important university.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
VOLOS, GREECE
Day6
Tucked in below Mount Pelion, land of the mythical centaurs, Volos embraces the Pagasetic Gulf to one side and the dramatic, mountainous Pelion Peninsula on the other. Step off the ship, and you’ll be greeted by a thriving university city whose energetic pace will whisk you up in an array of activities in the port and in the traditional tavernas. Discover some architectural gems, both ancient and neoclassical.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
HERAKLION
Day7
Today’s stop is on the large island of Crete. The ship will dock in Heraklion, where you will have the opportunity to learn about the Minoan civilization on the included sightseeing tour. KNOSSOS was the site of the most important palace, and according to tradition it was the seat of the legendary king Midas. The Palace is also connected with thrilling legends, such as the myth of the Labyrinth with the Minotaur, and the story of Daidalos and Icaros.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
SANTORINI–MYKONOS
Day8
Among the world’s best honeymoon destinations, Santorini, is actually a group of islands surrounding the submerged caldera of a volcano. It was believed that the lost city of Atlantis was in these waters. The white-and-blue houses, built on the hills crowning the blue ocean, dotted with bright pink and red bougainvillea are the emblem of this breathtakingly beautiful island. Enjoy an included half-day excursion to spectacular OIA VILLAGE, perched on the caldera rim. Return on board, sailing to arrive in Mykonos in time to enjoy the exciting and colorful nightlife of this mesmerizing island.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
MYKONOS-PIRAEUS (DISEMBARKATION).
Day9
Disembark the ship this morning and, before checking into the hotel, enjoy the included guided visit of the Athens ARCHAEOLOGICAL MUSEUM. Here, discover the most important treasures of ancient Greece that were found at all major sites across the country. Later, enjoy some free time, and maybe take a walk in the old Plaka district with its many tavernas and souvenir shops.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
ATHENS.
Day10
Your last day in Greece is at leisure. You can further explore the city with the aid of the CosmosGO app, or you can enjoy an optional excursion to the spectacular cliffside village of Delphi to visit the famous archaeological site, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The ancient Greeks considered Delphi the navel of the earth and built a sumptuous temple dedicated to Apollo for worship. The journey through Greek mainland rural areas will reveal a different side of Greece with remarkable landscapes.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
ATHENS
Day11
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
Hotels
It may occasionally be necessary to use alternative hotels of a similar standard to those shown.
Illisos
First-Class
The hotel Illisos, situated just a few steps away from the historical and commercial center of Athens, is the perfect location for both business and tourism. It features a beautiful roof garden bar overlooking the Parthenon, as well as a restaurant serving Mediterranean and international cuisine. All elegant guestrooms are soundproofed and air-conditioned with satellite TV, radio, and a work desk. A fridge and mini-bar is also provided.
Location
Kallirrois 72, Athens, Greece
Hotel Facilities
- Concierge desk
- Restaurant On-Site
- Parking/Valet
- Laundry Available
- Bar/Lounge
- ATM
- Luggage Storage
- Elevator
- Free WiFi
- Business Center
