Spotlight on Greece plus Greek Sailing
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- Learn about the birthplace of modern society on a guided tour of Athens and visit to the Acropolis
- See the first modern Olympic Stadium
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Welcome to Athens, Greek adventurers! The clock starts now on uncovering this ancient country and all its quirks. We're calling it now, that this trip is THE ancient history lovers dream. Settle in to your hotel before catching up with the crew, where a traditional A...
Not a second of today will go to waste. Europe’s oldest city will unfold itself this morning as we take to the Parthenon and the Acropolis with the knowledge of a local, then explore the first modern Olympic Stadium from the 1896 Games. That's some really old Olympic ...
Fun fact: the first Olympic Games was held in 776BC, let's just let that number sink in for a moment...Wow. Today our Local Guide will show us all the important sites of those games, giving you the chance to sit in the 45,000 seat stadium where it actually first took ...
Through the limestone columns of the Sanctuary of Apollo, we continue tapping into what was once the centre of the universe for Ancient Greeks. The remains of this Doric style building stands tall with it's remaining 6 (out of an original 15) pillars, and is the perfe...
This morning we'll gather round in the Greek capital with a free day for you to explore sites of ancient Athens, before we get ready to set sail & conquer the Mediterranean. How about a hike up to the Acropolis, and snap a pic of the Parthenon? Or get a glimpse of the Golden Mask of King Agamemnon at the National Archaeology Museum, or stop for a spot of lunch at the Plaka?
This morning we'll gather round in the Greek capital ready to board our yacht, set sail & conquer the Mediterranean. Our yacht's first stop will be the unspoiled fishing village of Perdika, where we'll be introduced to the slow life & succulent seafood of the ...
From one paradise to another, we wave goodbye to Perdika and make our way to a pristine island nestled between the Saronic and Argolic Gulf. We will be making plenty of swim stops to keep things cool, so lather up the sunscreen and perch on deck as we relax into the g...
The yachting life will feel all very perfect & natural this morning as we anchor up yet again & cruise the Med in search of our next destination.Plaka Leonidion calls us back to Greece's mainland for a day in which swimming in tranquil bays is high priority. T...
Plaka will leave us feeling all inspired by what the Greek coastline has on offer - so we'll stick to it! Making our way to Spetses little further in the bay.
Kounoupi islet is ours this morning, known as a 'must stop' amongst the savvy yachting community. The relaxing summer vibes continue as we head to Dhokos, home to a 4500 year old shipwreck, offically the oldest in the world.So pretty with its pine trees and fresh grow...
Historical artifacts and long coastlines are just around the corner at our final destination before we head back to Athens. So long Poros! Apart from being jaw-droppingly beautiful and packed with history, this island is pretty as a picture, and offers all of the good...
Our final sea journey onboard the boat that we have come to know as home. From Aegina we set sail for Athens, perhaps with a little tear in our eyes.Don't cry because it's over, smile because it happened! That's what the insta quotes say, right? Meh, maybe you should just book another trip to ease the pain…#NOREGRETS
Back on Athenian shores where the adventure commenced 12 days ago, we'll say our farewells & wrap up the trip. Dry those salty tears, and make sure you swap deets to plan your next sunny escape soon...
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Apr 2024
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I already want to go back to NZ on another contiki. One of the best experiences of my life!
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Apr 2024
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