Greece & Aegean Islands Cruise

Welcome to Athens, the vibrant capital of Greece. After checking into your hotel, you have the rest of the day to start exploring the city at your leisure. Later, meet your local host who will provide you with all the necessary information for your stay.

Enjoy a day of leisure in Athens. You may choose to join an optional day cruise to the beautiful islands of Aegina, Hydra, and Poros. In the evening, immerse yourself in the lively atmosphere of the old Plaka district, filled with traditional tavernas and nightclubs.

Join a guided tour of Athens, featuring a visit to the iconic Acropolis. Cross the Corinth Canal, a marvel of ancient Greek engineering, before heading to the picturesque seaside town of Nauplia.

Visit the ancient open-air theatre in Epidaurus, nestled amidst hilly countryside. Later, explore the archaeological site and museum of Mycenae, a city that played a crucial role in the development of classical Greek culture. Travel into the Peloponnese to Sparta, a city where history and legend intertwine.

Discover the medieval Byzantine citadel of Mystra, once known as the 'Florence of the East.' Before arriving in Olympia, stop to visit an olive oil museum, where you can learn about the production of this essential Greek product.

Explore Olympia, the ancient site where athletes performed as a tribute to Zeus. Later, drive north to Patras, cross the spectacular Rion-Antirion bridge, and pass through picturesque fishing villages on your way to Delphi, the legendary ancient city.

Spend the morning exploring Delphi, the ancient site where the oracle of Apollo spoke. This sacred place was considered the 'navel of the world' in the 6th century B.C. Later, travel to Kalambaka, a city nestled at the foot of the Meteora rocks.

Discover Meteora, a cluster of Christian-Orthodox monasteries perched on towering rock formations. These monasteries were originally built by hermit monks living in caves carved into the rocks. After this unforgettable visit, return to Athens.

Enjoy a full day at your leisure in Athens. Explore the unseen parts of the city, visit a museum, or indulge in some shopping. In the evening, you may choose to join an optional Greek dinner.

Embark on a cruise in the Aegean Sea and arrive in Mykonos in the evening. This granite island is the most typical of the Cyclades, with its white and blue houses, windmills, and chapels. Spend some time exploring the town or visiting a local taverna.

Visit Kusadasi on the Turkish coast for an included morning excursion to the fascinating Greek, Roman, and Byzantine excavations of Ephesus. Next, discover the tiny Greek island of Patmos, where St. John the Divine wrote Revelation. The 11th-century monastery with its valuable manuscript collection is well worth a visit.

Dock in Rhodes, the largest of the Dodecanese Islands and site of the legendary Colossus of Rhodes. Explore the historic Old City with its ramparts and palaces built by the Knights of St. John during the Crusades. You may also choose to join an included excursion to Lindos and the Citadel of the Knights.

Spend the morning in Heraklion on the island of Crete. A few miles away is Knossos, the hub of the 3000-BC Minoan civilization. Next, weather permitting, visit Santorini, the 'Black Pearl of the Aegean.' The optional shore excursion here takes you up to the cliff-top village of Oia for one of the world's most breathtaking panoramas.

Dock at Athens' port in the early morning and disembark for a drive to Athens. Spend the rest of the day relaxing, visiting a museum, or doing some last-minute shopping.

Your Greek adventure concludes after breakfast. We hope you've enjoyed your journey through the ancient and vibrant landscapes of Greece and look forward to welcoming you back on your next adventure.