The Beautiful Aegean, Peloponnese and Northern Greece Int

After breakfast, we'll transfer you to the port of Lavrio to embark on a full-day Mediterranean cruise. Departing at 11 a.m., you'll have the opportunity to soak in the stunning sea landscapes. By 6 p.m., we'll arrive in Mykonos, the island of windmills and white houses by the sea. Enjoy some free time exploring this charming island before we depart at 11 p.m. for an overnight journey on board.

Our cruise continues with an arrival in Rhodes at 7 a.m. This impressive walled city was once protected by one of the seven wonders of the ancient world: The Colossus of Rhodes. We've included a visit to Medieval Rhodes in your itinerary. At 6 p.m., we depart from Rhodes and set sail again, giving you the chance to enjoy the amenities on board.

We start the day with an arrival in Heraklion, the capital of the Greek island of Crete. Here, you'll have the chance to explore the archaeological remains of Knossos. Later in the morning, we continue to Santorini, one of the most impressive islands in the Mediterranean. Marvel at its ravines, white villages, and breathtaking sea views. At 9 p.m., we set sail again, giving you the opportunity to enjoy a night on board.

Today, we disembark in Athens and travel to the Peloponnese region. We'll make a brief stop at the Corinth Channel, an impressive 19th-century work of art. We then continue through the mountains to Tripoli, the capital of the Arcadia region. After a stroll around the Plaza Areos, we head to Olympia, where we'll visit the archaeological site that hosted the first Olympic Games in 776 B.C. Our final stop for the day is Patras, the third most populous city in Greece, known for its lively port, medieval fortress, and the largest church in Greece. Dinner is included.

We start the day by traveling through high mountains to Metsovo, a picturesque Balkan village nestled between mountains. After a stroll through its traditional stone houses and carved wooden balconies, we continue to Kastraki, a village with beautiful views over the Meteora valley. We'll then visit the Meteora, a World Heritage Site known for its monasteries perched atop immense rock formations. We'll explore the valley and one of its most famous monasteries before arriving in Kalambaka for dinner.

Today, we travel south through the Thessaly region to Delphi. Here, we'll visit the beautiful archaeological complex overlooking the Gulf of Corinth. After lunch, we'll visit the Osios Loukas Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its magnificent 11th-century mosaics. We'll then continue our journey to Athens, arriving in the evening.