Jewels Of Greece & Aegean Legends
(With 4-Nights Cruise)
10 Days
ITINERARY
10 Days: Athens, Kalambaka, Mykonos, Kusadasi, Patmos, Rhodes, Heraklion, Santorini, Piraeus.
Tour Overview
Travel to Delphi and visit the temple of Apollo. Marvel at the amazing rock formations in Meteora. Enjoy a panoramic tour of Athens including a visit to the Acropolis museum. Board your 4-night cruise through the Aegean with stops to some of the legendary Greek islands: Rhodes, Mykonos, and Santorini.
Day 01 – Arrival / Athens
Arrival at the Athens airport, welcome assistance and transfer to the hotel. Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight in Athens.
Day 02 – Delphi / Kalambaka
After our breakfast we depart northwards towards Delphi, which used to be the most sacred place in the world and a pilgrimage center for many centuries in antiquity. You will admire the Sanctuary of Apollo, walk the Sacred way, and visit the temple of Apollo, home of Pythia (the oracle). In the afternoon, and after a short break for lunch (not included), we will be crossing the mountains of central Greece to arrive in Kalambaka for dinner and overnight. (BD)
Day 03 – Meteora / Athens
This morning we will be visiting Meteora. Amazing rock formations, like towers of sandstone, stand ageless, and have provided sacred retreat for monks over the centuries. A number of monasteries are hidden on top of Meteora. The view over the plain is breathtaking. Meteora is considered among the most beautiful areas of mainland Greece and belongs to Unesco’s list of world heritage monuments. After our visit, we will take the road back to Athens. On the way, we will make a short stop at Thermopylae, to admire the statue of Leonidas king of Sparta. Overnight in Athens. (B)
Day 04 – City tour / Athens
The day is dedicated to exploring the city of Athens. We begin with a panoramic tour to the most important monuments and landmarks of the city including the Panathinaikon stadium, the Zappeion, the temple of Olympian Zeus, Hadrian’s Arch, Syntagma square, the Parliament, the tomb of the unknown soldier, Schliemann’s house, the Academy, the University, the National Library, and the old Parliament. Next we head for our guided visit to the Acropolis, including the Propylae, the temple of Athena Nike, the Parthenon, and the Erechtheion. Later, we continue with a guided visit to the Acropolis museum voted one of the best museums in the world. Afternoon at leisure to explore Plaka, the picturesque old part of the city, and why not, some shopping at Ermou street. (B)
Day 05 – At leisure / Athens
Day at leisure to explore more of Athens on your own, or follow an optional excursion to Cape Sounion or Argolis. (B)
Day 06 – Athens – Mykonos / on cruise
Breakfast and transfer to Piraeus port to embark on «Celestyal cruises» for the three night «Iconic Aegean» cruise. Arrival in Mykonos in the afternoon. Free time to explore the bustling town of Mykonos until late in the evening.(BLD)
Day 07 – Kusadasi – Patmos / on cruise
Early in the morning you will be arriving at the port of Kusadasi. Disembarkation for your included shore excursion to “Ancient Ephesus through the Ages”. Around mid-day, the ship will set sail again for a short trip to Patmos. Do no miss the optional excursion to the famous monastery of St. John and the Grotto of the Apocalypse. (BLD)
Day 08 – Rhodes / on cruise
Arrival in Rhodes early in the morning where the ship will be docked for the whole day. During your included “Medieval” tour, we will visit the Acropolis of Lindos and the citadel of the Knights (Rhodes’ old town). Return on board of the evening. (BLD)
Day 09 – Heraklion – Santorini / on cruise
Arrival in Heraklion early in the morning. Possibility of an optional excursion to the Minoan Palace of Knossos with the legendary Minotaur. In the afternoon we will arrive at the unique island of Santorini. You can choose to take the cable car up to Fira town or follow an optional excursion to “Spectacular Oia village perched on the caldera rim”. (BLD)
Day 10 – Piraeus / Departure
Arrival at Piraeus port early in the morning. Breakfast on board. Disembarkation and transfer to the Athens airport for your departure. (B)

DATES/PRICING/ACCOMMODATIONS
Departure dates:Every Wednesday from April 12th until October 25th | ||||||||
2023 | ||||||||
INSIDE CABIN TYPE IA/IB | ||||||||
Dates | DBL Occ | SGL Occ | ||||||
Apr 12 - Apr 21 | CAD 3,500 | CAD 4,890 | ||||||
Apr 19 - Apr 28 | CAD 3,500 | CAD 4,890 | ||||||
Apr 26 - May 05 | CAD 3,500 | CAD 4,890 | ||||||
May 03 - May 12 | CAD 3,570 | CAD 5,020 | ||||||
May 10 - May 19 | CAD 3,570 | CAD 5,020 | ||||||
May 17 - May 26 | CAD 3,570 | CAD 5,020 | ||||||
May 24 - Jun 02 | CAD 3,570 | CAD 5,020 | ||||||
May 31 - Jun 09 | CAD 3,570 | CAD 5,020 | ||||||
Jun 07 - Jun 16 | CAD 3,570 | CAD 5,020 | ||||||
Jun 14 - Jun 23 | CAD 3,570 | CAD 5,020 | ||||||
Jun 21 - Jun 30 | CAD 3,570 | CAD 5,020 | ||||||
Jun 28 - Jul 07 | CAD 3,570 | CAD 5,020 | ||||||
Jul 05 - Jul 14 | CAD 3,500 | CAD 4,890 | ||||||
Jul 12 - Jul 21 | CAD 3,500 | CAD 4,890 | ||||||
Jul 19 - Jul 28 | CAD 3,500 | CAD 4,890 | ||||||
Jul 26 - Aug 04 | CAD 3,500 | CAD 4,890 | ||||||
Aug 02 - Aug 11 | CAD 3,500 | CAD 4,890 | ||||||
Aug 09 - Aug 18 | CAD 3,500 | CAD 4,890 | ||||||
Aug 16 - Aug 25 | CAD 3,500 | CAD 4,890 | ||||||
Aug 23 - Sep 01 | CAD 3,500 | CAD 4,890 | ||||||
Aug 30 - Sep 08 | CAD 3,500 | CAD 4,890 | ||||||
Sep 06 - Sep 15 | CAD 3,570 | CAD 5,020 | ||||||
Sep 13 - Sep 22 | CAD 3,570 | CAD 5,020 | ||||||
Sep 20 - Sep 29 | CAD 3,570 | CAD 5,020 | ||||||
Sep 27 - Oct 06 | CAD 3,570 | CAD 5,020 | ||||||
Oct 04 - Oct 13 | CAD 3,570 | CAD 5,020 | ||||||
Oct 11 - Oct 20 | CAD 3,570 | CAD 5,020 | ||||||
Oct 18 - Oct 27 | CAD 3,570 | CAD 5,020 | ||||||
Oct 25 - Nov 03 | CAD 3,555 | CAD 4,985 | ||||||
Inclusions: | ||||||||
Accommodation on BB, 4 nights in Athens | ||||||||
All transfers | ||||||||
Athens city tour with Acropolis and Acropolis museum, on SIC, including English speaking guide. | ||||||||
The 2-day Delphi-Meteora tour on SIC, on half-board basis (breakfast and dinner) | ||||||||
The 5-days/4-nights cruise to the Greek islands with Celestyal Cruises including: | ||||||||
Accommodation on board in the selected cabin type (IA/IB) | ||||||||
All meals on board, including selected drinks and beverages during food service hours | ||||||||
All port taxes, services charges (tips) and entertainment on board | ||||||||
Meet & Greet service for tour briefing and orientation by an English-speaking representative | ||||||||
All entrance/admission fees to sites and museums | ||||||||
All taxes and our services | ||||||||
Accommodations: | ||||||||
Athens | ||||||||
Polis Grand, Golden Age, Zafolia, Titania, Stanley, Athenian Callirhoe or Similar | ||||||||
Kalambaka | ||||||||
Hotel Amalia & Hotel Divani Or Similar | ||||||||
Optional Tours: | Sel Price Per Person | Sel Price Per Person | ||||||
Mykonian dinner | $142 | |||||||
Mykonian countryside tour with Chora and Little Venice | $128 | |||||||
House of Virgin Mary and ancient Ephesus | $151 | |||||||
Ancient Ephesus through the ages – Hellenistic and Roman | $134 | |||||||
Ancient Ephesus and the Terrace Houses | $151 | |||||||
Ancient civilizations with an expert archaeologist | $151 | |||||||
Religious visit to St. John Monastery and the Grotto of the Apocalypse | $128 | |||||||
Countryside tour with Chora and the Grotto of the Apocalypse | $128 | |||||||
Capturing the true spirit of Chora | $134 | |||||||
Acropolis of Lindos and the Citadel of the Knights | $134 | |||||||
Philerimos church and the Palace of the Knights | $134 | |||||||
Beauty of butterflies and ancient Kameiros | $151 | |||||||
Walking tour in the medieval city of Rhodes | $83 | |||||||
Making pottery fit for the Gods | $185 | |||||||
A kayak adventure discovering pirate coves | $269 | |||||||
Minoan palace of Knossos, 1st European civilization | $134 | |||||||
Venetian Heraklion and the unique archaeological museum | $128 | |||||||
Experience the Creta countryside and lifestyle | $134 | |||||||
Heraklion food on foot | $218 | |||||||
Spectacular Oia village perched on the caldera rim | $134 | |||||||
Cruise to Santorini’s islands and volcanoes | $134 | |||||||
Akrotiri village excavations | $134 | |||||||
A taste of wine and tradition | $218 | |||||||
Music, myths and history | $202 | |||||||

INCLUSIONS
Inclusions:
- Accommodation on BB, 4 nights in Athens
- Athens city tour with Acropolis and Acropolis museum, on SIC, including English speaking guide.
- The 2-day Delphi-Meteora tour on SIC, on half-board basis (breakfast and dinner)
- The 5-days/4-nights cruise to the Greek islands, with all meals, drinks package, port taxes and service charges, tips/gratuities on board, and the two above mentioned shore excursions included.
- Meet & Greet service for tour briefing and orientation by an English-speaking representative
- All entrance/admission fees to sites and museums
- All taxes and our services
Exclusions:
- Any meals other than those mentioned above
- Any drinks during included meals (cruise includes beverage package)
- Any personal expenses
- Any tips (included for the cruise)
- Any porterage at hotels.
- Anything else not specifically mentioned in the inclusions.

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