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Compare Aegean Delight by Homeric Tours vs The Grand Ribing Expedition by Ribingreece Expeditions

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Duration 7 days 12 days
Price From $ 885 $ 3,900
Price Per Day $ 126 $ 325
Highlights
  • Visit the Monastery of St. John, which holds a priceless treasure of icons,
  • Enjoy the whitewashed houses and the picturesque windmills at Mykonos
  • 3- night cruise to the Greek Islands and Turkey
  • Visit nine Aegean islands in just 12 days!
  • Explore secret beaches and seaside villages.
  • Meet the local people and experience the Greek hospitality in its entirety.
Trip Style Group tour Small ship cruise
Lodging Level Basic Premium
Physical Level
  • 2- Easy
  • 2- Easy
Travel Themes
  • Cultural
  • Nature & Wildlife
  • National Parks
  • Family Friendly
  • High Adventure
  • Small Ship Cruise
Countries Visited
Cities and Attractions
  • Acropolis
  • Athens
  • Ephesus
  • Heraklion
  • Mykonos
  • Acropolis
  • Archaeological Museum of Athens
  • Athens
  • Mykonos
  • Santorini
Flights & Transport Ground transport included Ground transport included
Activities
  • Culture
  • Nature
  • Short Cruise
  • Adventure & Adrenaline
  • Short Cruise
  • Snorkeling
Meals Included N/A

11 breakfasts and 1 Lunch

Description

Explore Athens and enjoy the old and new classics. Take a tour of the city including the world famous Acropolis and Panathenaikon Stadium, the place of the first modern Olympic Games. Sail away on a three-day cruise with stunning ports of calls like Mykonos, home to celebrities and jet setters, Kusadasi, gateway to the ancient city of Ephesus and Patmos, where you can visit the Monastery of St. John, which holds a priceless treasure of icons, illuminated manuscripts and vestments adorned with precious stones. Then on to Crete, home to the Palace of King Minos and the myth of the Minotaur, and the romantic island of Santorini, featuring incredible sunsets and panoramic views. A wonderful way to see the highlights of the Greek Islands in a short amount of time. Have your own Odyssey in the land of Homer.

The Grand Ribing Expedition is a one of a kind trip by RIB boats including nine different islands of the magnificent Aegean sea, plus three days accommodation in Athens. Experience the variation between adrenaline on our RIB boats, and relaxing at the hotel at the end of each day.  During our expedition, we will travel a total of 350nm, explore the picturesque coastline of the islands, swim at the crystal clear waters of the Aegean sea, meet the local people. Conquer the waves, swim at the most beautiful beaches and bays, visit extraordinary sites, taste unique Mediterranean dishes, and for those of you who are up to it, get a taste of the famous Cyclades nightlife.This expedition has it all.

Itinerary: Aegean Delight

Day 1: Athens:

Upon arrival in Athens, you will be met and transferred to your hotel. Rest of the Day at leisure.

Day 2: Athens

Meals: Breakfast

After breakfast board the motor coach for a morning tour of Athens. Visits include the Acropolis and its museum. Spend the afternoon at leisure shopping at the Monastiraki Flea Market or exploring this fascinating city on your own.

Day 3: Athens

Meals: Breakfast

Day at leisure or take an optional excursion to Delphi, Mycenae and Epidaurus.

Day 4: Piraeus / Mykonos:

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast transfer to Piraeus to board the 3- night cruise to the Greek Islands and Turkey. Your first port-of-call is Mykonos. Enjoy the whitewashed houses and the picturesque windmills.

Day 5: Kusadasi / Patmos

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Arrive in Kusadasi where you can take an optional excursion to the ancient city of Ephesus. Then on to Patmos where you can take an optional excursion to the Monastery and Cave where John the Divine wrote the Book of Revelation.

Day 6: Heraklion / Santorini

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Arrive in Heraklion, the capital of Crete. Take an optional excursion to the Palace of Knossos, the center of the Minoan civilization. Sail on to Santorini, the volcano island, one of the most unforgettable places in the world. Walk along the narrow streets of the town of Thera or visit the beautiful village of Oia, perched on the rim of the caldera offering panoramic views of breathtaking beauty.

Day 7: Piraeus / Athens

Meals: Breakfast

Return to Piraeus (approximately 6 am at port). Disembark after breakfast and transfer to Athens airport.

Itinerary: The Grand Ribing Expedition

Day 1

Arrival at Athens. Free day to visit the picturesque backstreets of Plaka and the Historical center of Athens.

Day 2

Free day in Athens. A visit to Acropolis or the Archaeological museum of Athens is a must. Early in the evening we will be having our welcome drink. Your Expedition has just began by getting to know the Skippers who will fill in the details and discuss with you every issue you may have in mind.

Day 3

Hide your watches, you won't be needing them for the next nine days! Grab your cameras instead! Transfer to the boats, embarking,  on route to Mykonos with a stop at Kythnos for swimming. The famous nightlife of Mykonos is something you should definitely experience. Since we will probably return to the hotel early in the morning (!), another day in the island is in the program.

Day 4

Free day to explore the island and visit the local stores.

Day 5

Cruising to Koufonisia with a stop at a secret beach for swimming and at Paros for lunch. Accommodation at Koufonisia. Time and space have a whole different meaning here.

Day 6

Cruising to Santorini.  Stop for swimming at the Caldera. The rich in sulfur water will allow us to relax after a 30 nm cruise! Accommodation at Santorini.

Day 7

Free day. The picturesque villages of the island are waiting for you. Accommodation at Santorini.

Day 8

Cruising to Folegandros, stop for swimming. Accommodation at Folegandros. You will be amazed by the beauty of the ""Chora"".

Day 9

Cruising to Sifnos, with a stop at Kimolos for swimming. Another different landscape. Accommodation at Sifnos.

Day 10

Cruising to Hydra. Accommodation at Hydra. Our last night at sea. We will celebrate accordingly, at the best tavern and bar.

Day 11

Cruising to Athens with a stop at Aegina for swimming and Lunch. Accommodation at Athens.

Day 12

Departure from Athens.

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