12 Day Classic Greece with 4 Day Iconic Aegean Cruise 2017 Itinerary

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3 Athens, 4 Cruise, 1 Olympia, 1 Delphi, 1 Kalambaka

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Overview

Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate

Highlights

    • Visit the Acropolis, the astonishing ancient architectural masterpiece built during the Golden Age of Athens Tour the archaeological sites of Delphi and the Temple of Apollo Visit Olympia, birthplace of the first Olympic Games Ascend to Meteora with its mystical monasteries Explore the archaeological site of Ancient Ephesus and the colorful town of Kusadasi Tour the traditional settlement of Lindos and the medieval city of Rhodes, a UNESCO World Heritage Site Visit spectacular Oia village, one of the most photographed places in Greece

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    3 Athens, 4 Cruise, 1 Olympia, 1 Delphi, 1 Kalambaka

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Itinerary focusOperator does not provide
Group sizeSmall Group - 24 max
Age range12 years and up
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Travel Themes

  • 50 plus
  • Cultural

Destinations

  • Europe
  • Greece
  • Turkey

Attractions

  • Acropolis
  • Athens
  • Corinth
  • Crete
  • Delphi
  • Ephesus
  • Meteora
  • Olympia
  • Rhodes

Activities

  • Culture

Trip includes

    • Round trip flights New York-Athens, Athens-New York Other departure cities available. Click on date of departure for selection and prices Airline taxes & fuel surcharges 10 nights accommodations
    • 3 nights Athens 4 nights Celestyal Cruise 1 night Olympia 1 night Delphi 1 night Kalambaka Cruise gratuities & porterage All transfers 21 meals: 10 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 7 dinners Unlimited drink package on board the cruise Sightseeing per itinerary in modern air-conditioned motor coach Services of English-speaking tour manager (Days 8-11) Entrance fees per itinerary

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Itinerary

DAY 1, Friday - Depart for Greece
Depart for Greece

DAY 2, Saturday - Arrive in Athens
Arrive in Athens, the classical capital of Greece; transfer to your hotel. The remainder of the day is at leisure to discover the ancient wonders of this city known as the cradle of Western Civilization and the birthplace of democracy Overnight: Athens

DAY 3, Sunday - Athens City Tour*
The exploration of Athens begins with a panoramic drive through the city center. View the Panathenian Stadium and the ruins of the Temple of Zeus and Hadrian's Arch, built to celebrate the arrival of the Roman Emperor Hadrian. Continue on to visit the Acropolis, the anci...
DAY 4, Monday - Cruise Embarkation, Arrive in Mykonos
Morning arrival at the pier for embarkation. Set sail at 11:00 am, and sit back as you take in the spectacular scenery of the beautiful turquoise waters of the Aegean. Enjoy dinner on board before arriving at 6:00 pm in the ultra-popular and chic jet-set island of Mykono...
DAY 5, Tuesday - Arrive in Kusadasi (Ephesus), Evening in Patmos
Today, arrive at 7:00 am in Kusadasi, Turkey. This splendid city is renowned for its significant historical and religious sites, including ancient Ephesus, one of the most exquisite cities in antiquity. Tour the magnificent archaeological site of Ephesus, home to the Lib...
DAY 6, Wednesday - Full Day in Rhodes
View the magnificent panorama as the ship arrives at 7:00 am in Rhodes, the largest of the Dodecanese Islands. Drive along the coastline to the tiny town of Lindos, with its whitewashed houses nestled on the hillside overlooking the crystal sapphire waters of the bay. To...
DAY 7, Thursday - Arrive in Crete, Evening in Santorini
At 7:00 am, arrive in Crete, largest of the Greek Islands. Crete’s remarkable history is highlighted by the ruins of the great Palace of Knossos, ceremonial and political center of the ancient Minoan civilization and residence of the mythical King Minos. Here, the mounta...
DAY 8, Friday - Disembark Cruise, Sightseeing en route to Olympia
Disembark at 7:00 am and depart Athens via the scenic coastal road to the mighty Corinth Canal, dividing the Peloponnese from mainland Greece. Continue via Nauplion to Mycenae, the heartland of Greek mythology. Visit the Acropolis of Mycenae and the Tomb of Atreus, built...
DAY 9, Saturday - Tour the Olympia Archaeological Site
Morning visit to the archaeological site of Olympia, including the Sanctuary of Olympian Zeus, and the ancient stadium where the Olympic Games were first held in 776 B.C. At the Archaeological Museum view astonishing Greek works of art such as the Nike of Paionios and te...
DAY 10, Sunday - Archaeological Tour of Delphi, Travel to Kalambaka
Tour the excavated site of Delphi and the archaeological Museum, perched on the slopes of Mount Parnassos, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Considered one of the most important places in Greek history, its stunning setting and ancient ruins are truly inspirational....
DAY 11, Monday - Meteora Sightseeing, Return to Athens
Visit Meteora, meaning "suspended in the air", with its mystical Eastern Orthodox monasteries incredibly nestled perilously close to the edge of bizarre rock formations. Admire the exquisite specimens of Byzantine art and the panoramic vistas over the Peneios Valley. Aft...
DAY 12, Tuesday - Depart Greece
Transfer to the airport for your departure flight Meals: Breakfast

*April 14 Departure: The Acropolis and Acropolis Museum will not be open on the day of the Athens city tour due to the observation of Greek Easter. Sightseeing will operate as scheduled on April 16 ...

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