Visit Athens, the dynamic capital of Greece and home of Western-styled democracySail on to Mykonos, a lively harbor and picturesque island of windmillsSail to and explore the volcanic island of Santorini, believed to be the site of the lost Continent of AtlantisCall at Crete, Greece’s largest island with its magic tapestry of beaches, ancient treasures, vibrant cities and dreamy villagesDiscover Ephesus, one of the “Seven Wonders of the Ancient World”
Itinerary
Day
1
FRI I ATHENS
Arrival into Athens. Balance of the day is at leisure for you to get acquainted with Athens, the capital and largest city of Greece.
Day
2
SAT I ATHENS
Half day morning city tour includes highlights of Athens and the Acropolis plus the new Acropolis Museum. Afternoon and balance of day is at leisure. (B)
Day
3
SUN I ATHENS
A full day at leisure to explore this lively city on your own or take an optional tour. (B)
Day
4
MON I ATHENS I MYKONOS
After breakfast, transfer to Piraeus and embark on your cruise ship. Sail to the picturesque isle of Mykonos, known for its windmills and lively harbor. In the evening, sail for Kusadasi. (B,L,D)
Day
5
TUE I KUSADASI I PATMOS
Morning arrival in Kusadasi, Turkey and visit nearby Ephesus, one of the “Seven Wonders of the Ancient World”. This afternoon sail to Patmos, site of the Monastery of St. John the Divine and the Grotto of the Apocalypse. Evening departure. (B,L,D)
Day
6
WED I RHODES
Spend a day on the island of Rhodes, famed for its Medieval Old Town, great shopping and ancient site of the Colossus of Rhodes. Sail in the evening. (B,L,D)
Day
7
THU I CRETE I SANTORINI
Morning call at Greece’s largest island, Crete. Later you sail for the volcanic island of Santorini where some of the villages are perched on the rim of the volcano. This island is believed by many to be the site of the Lost Continent of Atlantis. View a breathtaking sunset before you sail later this evening. (B,L,D)
Day
8
FRI I ATHENS TO USA (OR EXTEND YOUR STAY)
Disembark in Athens this morning and say “kali antamosi” to Greece or extend your stay. (B)