Best of Greece Reverse with 3Day Aegean Cruise Moderate Summer 2017

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Add a dash of Greek Island cruising to your exploration of Greece - the highlights of Mykonos, Santorini and Crete a fitting reward for a week of exploring ancient sites, and myths and legends. Wander through quaint village lanes and marvel at volcanic landscapes, enjoying views over the deep blue Aegean that stretch for miles.

Overview

Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy

Highlights

    • City tour in Athens, Meteora, Delphi, Olympia, Epidaurus, Mycenae and Corinth
    • See the Lion Gate, Agamemnon's Palace at Mycenae and the Corinth Canal
    • View the Parthenon, the Agora, Royal Palace and Temple of Zeus in Athens, the battle site at Thermopylae, the ancient theatre and Sanctuary of Asclepius at Epidaurus
    • Visit the Acropolis, Acropolis Museum in Athens, the incredible rock monasteries in Meteora, the home of the Oracle at Delphi, the Olympic Stadium in Olympia and the ancient ruins in Corinth

What's this trip about?

    Add a dash of Greek Island cruising to your exploration of Greece - the highlights of Mykonos, Santorini and Crete a fitting reward for a week of exploring ancient sites, and myths and legends. Wander through quaint village lanes and marvel at volcanic landscapes, enjoying views over the deep blue Aegean that stretch for miles.

Details

Itinerary focusOperator does not provide
Group sizeStandard Group - 25 + people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportN/A
Start CityAthens
End CityAthens

Travel Themes

  • 50 plus
  • Cultural

Destinations

  • Europe
  • Greece
  • Turkey

Attractions

  • Athens
  • Corinth
  • Delphi
  • Mykonos
  • Olympia
  • Santorini

Activities

  • Culture
  • Historic sightseeing

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Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive Athens (2 Nights)

Welcome to Athens. You are met at the airport and transferred to your hotel. Relax or spend time exploring the wonders of this ancient city. In the evening, enjoy a Welcome Reception, including a light meal and welcome drink with your travelling companions and your Travel Director. Welcome Reception

Day 2: Athens Sightseeing

Classical Athens was a centre for the arts, learning and philosophy, and is widely seen as the cradle of Western Civilisation and the birthplace of democracy. One of the world's oldest cities, discover the rich heritage of Athens during your morning sightseeing tour w...

Day 3: Athens – Meteora – Kalambaka

Say goodbye to Athens, and enjoy a scenic drive to Meteora, one of the largest and most important complexes of Eastern Orthodox monasteries in Greece. En route we have the chance to pay our respects to the heroic King Leonidas and his brave Spartans who stood their gr...

Day 4: Kalambaka – Thermopylae – Delphi

This morning visit two of the six monasteries built on sandstone rocks above the town with your Local Specialist. Travel over the Pourmaraki Pass and the Bralos mountain range to arrive at the foothills of Mt. Parnassos. It was here that every four years athletes competed in the Pythian Games, dedicated to Apollo and the arts. Buffet Breakfast, Dinner

Day 5: Delphi – Patras – Olympia

This morning, tour the breathtaking Delphi with your Local Specialist and see the site of the most important oracle in the classical world. Walk the Sacred Way to the Temple of Apollo dating from the 5th century. Cross the Gulf of Corinth and head south to the Pelopon...

Day 6: Olympia – Nafplion

Meet your Local Specialist and spend the morning visiting the ancient Olympic site and museum and the Temples of Zeus and Hera; the wife of Zeus and one of the most important deities in Greek mythology. Arrive later in Nafplion where you will dine tonight at your hotel. Buffet Breakfast, Dinner

Day 7: Nafplion – Epidarus – Mycenae – Corinth – Athens

Visit the amphitheatre and view the Sanctuary of Aesculapius, the God of Medicine in Epidaurus with your Local Specialist. The rod of Aesculapius, a snake-entwined staff, remains the symbol of medicine to this day. In Mycenae - a mighty kingdom of ancient Greece and a...

Day 8: Embark – Mykonos

Transfer to the port and cruise to stunning Mykonos. Spend time discovering this island paradise with its distinctive white-washed houses and maze of narrow cobbled streets. Buffet Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 9: Kusadasi – Patmos

Arrive early in Kusadasi in Turkey and consider an Optional Experience to fascinating Ephesus, site of the famous Temple of Artemis. Continue your cruise to Patmos, where there is time to shop, relax on the beach or take an Optional Experience to the Monastery of St. John. Buffet Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 10: Heraklion – Santorini

Wake this morning in Heraklion on the island of Crete. Continue to the spectacular volcanic island of Santorini, explore the town or consider joining an Optional Experience to Oia and Fira. Buffet Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 11: Disembark – Athens

This morning, disembark from your cruise ship and board a transfer to your hotel. Buffet Breakfast

Day 12: Depart Athens

Transfers are provided to the airport for your return flight home. Conditions apply. Buffet Breakfast

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Last Updated: 3/18/2018

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Meals Included
  • 10 buffet breakfasts
  • 8 dinners
  • 3 cruise lunches
Age Requirements
No age restrictions
Additional Information
  • Audio Headsets for flexible sightseeing
  • Daily breakfast and an average of 50% of evening meals
  • Luxury air-conditioned coach with WiFi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
  • Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
  • Hand-picked Insider Experiences
  • Optional Experiences and free time
  • Porterage and local charges included
  • Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
  • An expert Travel Director and separate Driver
  • All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
  • VIP entry to many sights
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