11 Days / 10 Nights + 7-Day Cruise
Athens, + 7 Day Cruise to: Istanbul - Mykonos - Patmos - Rhodes - Crete - Santorini 

The highlight of this exciting package is the elegant 7-day cruise of the eastern Mediterranean, which includes some of the most outstanding sights and islands to be found in the region.

We’ve pegged Athens at the front and end of the tour to give you an opportunity to explore this fabulous city too. Then, with your ship as your floating hotel, you’ll start with a fascinating visit to Istanbul, where you’ll have an opportunity to taste some of the nightlife of the city. Your ship will next call at the magical island of cosmopolitan Mykonos, with enough time there to see why this island is such a hot tourist destination; then up to Patmos and across to Kusadasi. Here you can shop or visit legendary Ephesus. Next port-of-call will be Rhodes and its medieval town, followed by Crete and the chance to visit the fabulous Palace of Knossos. The final leg of the cruise will be your long-awaited stop at Santorini, the island of romance!

Day 1: Athens City
Arrival at Athens airport. Meet our representative and transfer to your hotel. Rest of the day at leisure to begin your exploration of this incredible city. We suggest that you begin with a stroll through the streets of the Plaka area. Overnight.

Day 2: Athens City
After breakfast depart for your sightseeing tour of Athens. Visit the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Syntagma Square, the Royal Palace, the Temple of Olympian Zeus, The Thesseum, The Greek Orthodox Cathedral, the Flea Market of Monastiraki, The Academy and, last but not least, the Acropolis and its Museum. Return to your hotel. Overnight.

Day 4: Istanbul City, Turkey
Late afternoon arrival to Konstantinoupolis (Istanbul), the crossroad of Europe and Asia. Explore the fascinating city.

Day 5: Mykonos Island
Take an optional tour to visit the famous St. Sophia, the Blue Mosque and the Topkapi Palace, or visit the Grand Open Bazaars, the largest in the world and among the most famous. Afternoon departure to Mykonos.

Day 6: Mykonos Island
Morning at sea. Afternoon arrival at Mykonos , with its rustic windmills, churches, whitewashed houses, beautiful beaches and the cosmopolitan nightlife, which have made this Cycladic Island the island of choice for the rich and famous of the world.

Day 7: Patmos Island , Rhodes Island
Early morning arrival at the island of Patmos. Here you may visit the Monastery of St. John, where the Book of Revelation was written.
Afterward we are traveling to Kusadasi, with the opportunity to visit one of the "Seven Wonders of the Ancient World," the ancient Greek City of Ephesus (optional excursion). Or, you may prefer to wander among the many famous bazaars. At night, sail for the Island of Rhodes.

Day 8: Rhodes Island
Arrival in the morning to the Island of Roses, Rhodes, famous for its historic Medieval Town, great shopping, and the site of the Colossus of Rhodes. Visit the Temple of Athena on Acropolis of Lindos (optional), or stroll around the medieval Castle and the famous Street of the Knights of St. John. You may also visit, on your own, the Valley of the Butterflies and Kamiros.

Day 9: Heraklion Prefecture
Morning arrival at Heraklion Crete, the site of the Palace of Knossos, legendary home of the Minotaur. Afterward, sail to Santorini . The village of Fira is perched on the rim of an ancient volcano and believed by many to be the site of the Lost Continent of Atlantis.

Day 10: Athens City
Early morning arrival into the port of Piraeus. After disembarkation, meet our representative and transfer to your hotel. Rest of the day at leisure. Visit the elite district of Kolonaki, with its fashionable shops, or have a cup of coffee at the numerous coffee shops in the area.

Day 11: Athens City
After breakfast meet our representative and transfer to the airport for your departure.

>>Notes
For prices please contact our Agency using our Request Form
All prices will be given in Euros (€), per person in double occupancy and will include: 

· 3 Nights Accommodation in 4* hotel in Athens on Bed and Breakfast basis
· 7-Night Greek Island & Turkey Cruise in *F inside Cabin on Full Board basis
· Half-Day Athens Sightseeing Tour
· English Speaking Guide & Air-Conditioned Motor Coaches
· Entrance Fees to all places visited
· All transfers as per itinerary
· Port Charges

* All above rates have been based on the current equivalency Euro
* 7-Day Cruise departs upon request.

* All tours are operated by a Tour Organizing Company

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