Essential of Greece With 4-Day Cruise

Essential of Greece with 4-Day Cruise

This package includes an itinerary ideally suited for those looking to discover Greece’s beautiful landscape while immersing themselves in the country’s history. Your journey begins in the cosmopolitan capital of Greece which juxtaposes modern urban architecture with monuments from days long past. The half day tour will give you the opportunity to visit the marvel that is Acropolis, an ancient temple perched splendidly above the city. Your exploration continues with an amazing 3-night cruise to the Greek islands and Turkey.

First stop is Mykonos, an island encompassing the Cycladic spirit with whitewashed houses and windmills. The nightlife alone is a source of attraction for visitors from all round the globe. You will then be transported to Kusadasi, one of Turkey’s principle holiday resorts and make an excursion to ancient Ephesus. The comes Patmos, a place of incredible religious importance due to the years John the Revelator spent on the island. Continuing south, you reach Heraklion, the largest city in Crete, where you can experience the traditional Cretan lifestyle, the indescribable delicacies found only on the island and the warm hospitality of the locals. The final stop of your cruise before returning to Athens is Santorini, the most popular island in all of Greece.

Tour Details

Departure & Return Location

Athens to Athens

Pick-up and Drop off Time

Flexible

Price Includes

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3-Night accommodation in 4**** hotel in Athens and 3-Night accommodation in internal cabin (IA or IB) at Celestyal Olympia Oceanic Cruise
- Athens Hotel: Hotel Airotel Alexandros, Hotel Hera, Athens One Smart Hotel or similar
English speaking tour guide during visits according to your request
6 Breakfasts – 2 Lunches – 3 Dinners
Drink packages on board
Excursions
- Athens Half-day Acropolis and city tour
- Excursion – Ancient Ephesus or Excursion – Minoan Palace of Knossos, Crete
All transfers and transport per itinerary with an A/C vehicle
Entrance fees to the museums which are mentioned in the program.

Price Excludes

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International Flights
Meals other than mentioned.
Drinks (water , beverages, etc.) except for mentioned during cruise
Port Taxes and Cruise gratuities (mandatory) 205US$ per person (will be added during check-out)
Athens stay-over tax to be paid directly to the hotel (2€ per person per night)

Important Notes for Cruise

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Cruise itineraries are subject to change or to be cancelled by the shipping company with or without prior notice. The shipping company reserves the right to substitute the cruise vessel with a similar one & also to amend the departure/arrival port at any time with or without prior notice. Please make sure your identification cards, passports and multiple entry Schengen visas are valid and up to date.

Cabins available at the Celestyal Olympia: (Your initial cabin will be either IA or IB)

Interiors: IA, IB, IC
Exteriors: XA, XB, XC
Suites: Junior Suite (SJ), (very limited and reserved at least 6 months ago)

All staterooms are equipped with: shower, WC, air conditioning, radio, TV, hair dryer, safety deposit box, All Suites have refrigerated mini bar.

Day 1Arrive in Athens, Greece

Welcome to Athens, the land of myths and legends, gods and goddesses, philosophers and politicians. Athens is your springboard to an exciting cruise adventure to three continents – Europe, Africa and Asia. In anticipation of your epic journey, spend the day exploring the sights on your own before joining your fellow travelers We will meet and greet you at Athens Int’l Airport and transfer to your hotel.

Overnight: Athens Meals: Not Available

Order of visits may change depending on your arrival day.

Day 2Athens

After breakfast we meet you at your hotel or close by, in order to start the morning Half Day Athens Sightseeing Tour. Overnight: Athens Meals: Breakfast

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This tour gives you an opportunity to observe the striking contrasts that make Athens such a fascinating city. Our expert guides will take you to see the Panathenaic Stadium, home to the first Olympic Games of the modern era, where we will make a short stop. As we continue our trip, we will pass by the Prime Minister’s residence (ex Royal Palace), guarded by the Evzones in their colorful uniform, the Temple of Olympian Zeus, Hadrian’s Arch, the Parliament and memorial to the Unknown Soldier, the Academy of Athens, the University, the National Library and the Constitution Square (Syntagma). One cannot take a tour of Athens without visiting the Acropolis, one of the world’s most prominent sites and a symbol for democracy in the Western world!

It is there that you will explore architectural masterpieces of the Golden Age of Pericles. From the Propylaea, to the Temple of Athena Nike, the Erechtheion and of course the Parthenon, a place where ‘there is harmony between material and spirit’, a the monument that ‘restores order in the mind’, as ancient Greeks used to say. Your last stop will be the modern Acropolis Museum, with nearly 4,000 exhibits of Hellenism housed inside.

Departure approximately at 08:45 – Return approximately at 13:30

Day 3Athens

Breakfast and free day at leisure. Overnight: Athens Meals: Breakfast

Day 4Athens - Mykonos (Cruise)

After breakfast free time until your transfer to Lavrion Port. We leave at 01:00 pm the historic and classical capital of Greece and set sail for our first destination, the beautiful island of Mykonos, also known as the Island of the Winds. Take an evening stroll through the atmospheric Old Town with its immaculate whitewashed houses, winding alleys, lovely little churches and delightful restaurants at the water’s edge. You will undoubtedly recognize the picture postcard white windmills sitting side by side, overlooking the sea.

Overnight: Celestyal Oceanic Cruise Meals: Breakfast – Dinner

Day 5Mykonos – Kuşadası – Patmos (Cruise)

We arrive in the colorful Turkish beach town of Kusadasi in the morning. This is the coastal gateway to the Hellenistic ruins of Ephesus, famed for one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, the Temple of Artemis.

Patmos, one of northernmost islands in the Dodecanese and one of all the smallest has a charm all its own. It is famous for being the supposed location of the vision to John the Baptist in the Book of Revelations and where it was written. Most scholars say this was probably someone else, but why spoil such a good story?

Overnight: Celestyal Oceanic Cruise Meals: Full board on board

Day 6Crete - Santorini (Cruise)

Welcome to Crete, Greece’s largest island, a place of mystery, myths and legends. There’s the chance to take in the bustling city of Heraklion and some of Crete’s extraordinary archaeology and history. You can also learn more of the art and creativity of the Minoans. We have included a complimentary visit to the Palace of Knossos, once the home of Europe’s oldest civilization and the setting for the legend of Greek hero Theseus and the Minotaur.

Our odyssey continues as we spend an evening in Santorini, whose stunning face is instantly recognizable across the world. We’re sure she will take your breath away, with her soaring landscapes, clusters of whitewashed houses in the capital Fira, and of course the iconic blue-domed church at Oia. Don’t forget to try one of the many restaurants jostling for position at the edge of the caldera.

Overnight: Celestyal Oceanic Cruise Meals: Full board on board

Day 7Athens Departure

Breakfast and we return to the Greek capital after a whirlwind few days of adventure and discovery. Upon arrival to the port (06:00-06:30 am), transfer to Athens International Airport for your international flight. End of our services

Overnight: Not Available Meals: Breakfast

Essential of Greece With 4-Day Cruise

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