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The Oldest Olympic StadiumRhodes Old TownOia Communities on Thira
The Oldest Olympic Stadium
Rhodes Old Town
Oia Communities on Thira
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Trip Itinerary

  • Day 1

    ARRIVE ATHENS (2 NIGHTS)

    Welcome to Athens! Transfer to your hotel on arrival, then take time to explore this lively city or simply relax at a café and watch the world go by.

    Hotel: Zafolia (MF)

    M: Moderate, D: Deluxe, SF: Superior First Class, F: First Class. For further details please see the notes section below.
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  • Day 2

    ATHENS SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME

    Admire the sights of ancient Athens during your morning sightseeing tour, including the Royal Palace, the Temple of Zeus, Hadrian’s Arch and the Agora where Socrates taught. A walking tour of the Acropolis allows you views of the Parthenon. Marvel at the stadium built for the first modern Olympic Games in 1896. The rest of your day is free for you to explore or shop. This evening, maybe dine on delicious local specialities at one of the many restaurants.


    Meal(s): (Buffet Breakfast)

  • Day 3

    EMBARK PIRAEUS - MYKONOS

    Board your ship at the port of Piraeus. Cruise to the glamorous island of Mykonos and spend a few hours discovering the charming town and sparkling beaches.


    Meal(s): (Buffet Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)

  • Day 4

    KUSADASI - PATMOS

    Arrive early at the bustling port of Kusadasi in Turkey – where there is time to take an optional excursion to Ephesus. Your cruise continues to Patmos, with an excursion to the cave where the Book of Revelation was written.


    Meal(s): (Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)

  • Day 5

    RHODES

    Arrive in Rhodes. Explore the fascinating medieval Old Town and or join an excursion to visit Lindos, featuring an acropolis with stunning coastal views.


    Meal(s): (Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)

  • Day 6

    HERAKLION - SANTORINI

    Wake up in Heraklion on the island of Crete. Spend a few hours exploring the port town before continuing your cruise to Santorini, a spectacular volcanic island featuring beautiful cliff-top villages with incredible views of the caldera. Maybe explore Fira and Oia, where people flock just to see the sunset!


    Meal(s): (Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)

  • Day 7

    DISEMBARKATION - ATHENS

    Dock this morning in Piraeus and transfer to your hotel in Athens. Spend the rest of your day relaxing, sightseeing or shopping for souvenirs.


    Meal(s): (Breakfast)

    Hotel: Zafolia (MF)

    M: Moderate, D: Deluxe, SF: Superior First Class, F: First Class. For further details please see the notes section below.
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  • Day 8

    DEPART ATHENS

    Say farewell to your newfound friends at the end of a remarkable journey and transfer to the airport for your return flight.


    Meal(s): (Buffet Breakfast)

What's Included

Sightseeing Highlights

  • AthensVisit the Acropolis and view the Parthenon. See the Agora, Royal Palace and Temple of Zeus. View Hadrian’s Arch and the 1896 Olympic stadium.
  • MykonosVisit this trendy island with its iconic white-washed houses and windmills.
  • KusadasiVisit the thriving Turkish port town of Kusadasi.
  • PatmosVisit the idyllic island of Patmos.
  • RhodesVisit the medieval old town in the city of Rhodes
  • HeraklionVisit the port town on the island of Crete.
  • SantoriniVisit the cliff-top town of Santorini for magnificent views of the Caldera.

Dining

  • 3 buffet breakfasts in Athens.

  • All à la carte meals on-board ship including:

  • 4 breakfasts.

  • 4 lunches.

  • 4 dinners, including a Captain’s Welcome Cocktail Party and Dinner.

Travel Highlights

  • First Class hotel accommodations featuring two-bedded rooms and private facilities.
  • All hotel service charges and tips, baggage handling fees and local taxes included.
  • In Athens, travel by air-conditioned coach.
  • A travel wallet with your documentation.
  • Triple-berth cabins available on request.
  • Complimentary return transfers provided between Athens Port and your hotel, and Athens airport transfers provided on the scheduled arrival and departure days of your itinerary.
  • Cruise accommodations comprised of an air-conditioned two-berth Standard Inside cabin with private facilities, telephone and radio.

Airport Transfers

  • For full details on transfers, please click here.
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Hotel Class Key
  • SF= Superior First Class, F = First Class, MF = Moderate First Class, ST = Superior Tourist, D = Deluxe and MD = Moderate Deluxe.
  • Hotels are subject to change.
Notes
  • * For single travellers purchasing the twin-share option, please note that there is a no smoking policy in all shared rooms.
  • ^Twin-share option not available for trips to South America., Costa Rica, Mexico, Alaska, Hawaii or for any holiday & cruise combination, or in Asia and Eastern Mediterranean except Highlights of Turkey (without cruise) & Best of Turkey.

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