Aegean Classic (incl. 4 days cruising)(Standard inside cabin without porthole, start Athens, end Athens)

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The Aegean Classic calls to those fond of luxury boat trips, island cocktails and days of saltwater and sun. Nestle yourself between Turkey and Greece, spending 4 days cruising the Aegean islands of Rhodes, Crete, Santorini, Mykonos and Patmos. Buffet breakfasts and 3 world heritage sites are just the mint in the Greek Mojito.

Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Wheelchair Accessible
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

    • Visit Kusadasi's local bazaar
    • See the Monastery of St. John on Patmos
    • Exclusive trip to Ephesus
    • Visit Heraklion town
    • Visit the main town of Fira
    • See the spectacular volcanic islands surrounding Santorini

What's this trip about?

    The Aegean Classic calls to those fond of luxury boat trips, island cocktails and days of saltwater and sun. Nestle yourself between Turkey and Greece, spending 4 days cruising the Aegean islands of Rhodes, Crete, Santorini, Mykonos and Patmos. Buffet breakfasts and 3 world heritage sites are just the mint in the Greek Mojito.

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIntimate group - 12 max
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportRound trip airfare and all internal transport included
Start CityAthens (GA)
End CityAthens (GA)

Destinations

  • Europe
  • Greece
  • Turkey

Attractions

  • Athens
  • Crete
  • Mykonos
  • Rhodes
  • Santorini

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Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive Athens

No adventure on the Aegean Sea can be deemed complete without a stint in Athens. Check-in to our hotel, get settled, & get acquainted. When the sun starts to set we'll join forces and meet our posse for an optional dinner, traditional Athens style, in the city's o...

Day 2: Athens to Mykonos

Alright sailors it's time to hit the sea! We'll board a Greek ship and head straight for the crisp white isle of Mykonos. Jetsetters and backpackers alike are drawn to this pristine, has-it-all island. Drift off under a beach cabana, snack on olives & tzatziki in...

Day 3: Cruising to Patmos via Kusadasi

Rise and shine globe trotters, our captain has kindly escorted us to Turkey! Here in the port town of Kusadasi you can rummage for treasures in the local bazaar and take a trip to Ephesus, the holiday hangout of Mark Antony and Cleopatra where our Local Guide will tu...

Day 4: Patmos to Rhodes

Today we take to the mixed bag of Rhodes, influenced by its edging on Europe, Africa and Asia. Shop up a storm of leather, silver, olive oil and honey or uncover Acropolis of Lindos & the walls of Rhode’s medieval town centre on an optional tour with a Local Guide...

Day 5: Cruising to Santorini via Crete

We say goodbye to Rhodes and all it's ancient history as we cruise to our next destination, the iconic isle of Santorini. Some may say we've saved the best 'til last, with Crete and Santorini marking our final full day. Crete is the biggest of the Greek Islands & ...

Day 6: Santorini to Athens

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Price From $1,895
Price per day$316
Last Updated: 0/13/2022

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  • What will you eat? What won't you eat - that's the real question. Daily buffet breakfasts, 4 lunches and 4 scrumptious dinners will leave you wishing you didn't have a swimsuit to squeeze into.
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