Athens & Idyllic Aegean With 7 Nights Cruise 9 Days
9 Days: Athens, Kusadasi, Rhodes, Crete, Santorini, Milos, Mykonos, Piraeus
Tour overview:
Start in Athens, Greece’s historic capital, known as the cradle of Western civilization. Explore the city and its historic landmarks such as the Acropolis overlooking the city. Board the Idyllic Aegean ship for your 7-night cruise. Visit the most enchanting Greek islands with their culture, history, traditions and laid-back atmosphere. Enjoy the sunsets and nightlife in Mykonos and Santorini with overnight stops.
Day 1 - Arrive Athens
Arrival at the Athens airport, welcome assistance and transfer to your hotel in Athens.
Day 2 - City tour / on cruise
A morning panoramic tour will take you around to the most important monuments and landmarks of the city including Panathinaikon stadium, Zappeion, Temple of Olympian Zeus, Hadrian's Arch, Syntagma Square, Parliament, the tomb of the unknown soldier, Schliemann's house, Academy, University, National Library, and old Parliament. You will then visit the Acropolis, including the Propylaea, the temple of Athena Nike, the Parthenon, and the Erechtheion; and the Acropolis Museum where findings from the area, like the Caryatides, have found their home. In the afternoon, you will be transferred to Piraeus port, to embark on the “Celestyal Journey” for the magnificent 7-night “Idyllic Aegean” cruise.. (BD)
Day 3 - Thessaloniki / on cruise
Around mid-day you will arrive at the port of Thessaloniki, the capital of the north as the Greeks call it. You may explore the city on your own, or you can join an optional excursion, to see the city, visit the Royal tombs of Vergina, and experience local wineries and local tastes. In the evening, we set sail to Turkey. (BLD)
Day 4 - Kusadasi / on cruise
Just after mid-day you will be arriving in Kusadasi in Turkey. Opportunity for an optional excursion to “Ancient Ephesus through the Ages”. Make sure you explore the local bazaar in Kusadasi and bargain for your souvenirs! Return on board for the overnight sail to Crete. (BLD)
Day 5 - Crete / on cruise
Arrival at Heraklion port in the morning. You may explore the picturesque Cretan capital on your own, or you can join an optional excursion to visit the Palace of Knossos, or to experience the Cretan countryside and lifestyle. (BLD)
Day 6 - Santorini / on cruise
This morning you will be arriving to the most famous of the Aegean islands, Santorini. The ship will be staying here until past midnight allowing you to explore the stunning beauties of this island and its life. See the volcano, explore the sites and the villages of the island, and make sure to watch the sunset from Oia, the most famous and picturesque village of the island with breathtaking views to the volcano and the caldera. (BLD)
Day 7 - Mykonos / on cruise
Arrival at the cosmopolitan island of Mykonos in the morning, the favorite island of the international “jetset”. The ship will stay here till 2:00am past midnight, allowing you to explore the island, take a swim in one of its unique sandy beaches, or mingle with the crowds to experience the unique and bustling nightlife in Chora (Mykonos town). (BLD)
Day 8 - Milos / on cruise
In the morning, we will be arriving at Milos with its unparalleled morphology, stunning landscapes, wind and sea-sculptured rock formations, soft sandy beaches, secluded coves, and crystal-clear waters. The whole day will be available to explore the island on your own or join an optional excursion that will guide you to the most beautiful villages, beaches, and sites of the island. (BLD)
Day 9 - Depart Piraeus
Arrival at Piraeus port in the morning. Breakfast on board. Disembarkation and transfer to the Athens airport for your departure. (B)