Athens 7 day Cruise Greek Islands Turkey. A package that covers three famous Greek Islands and Kusadasi in Turkey. With this package, you have a lot of time in Mykonos and Santorini and the opportunity to visit ancient Ephesus.
Athens
Athens 7 day Cruise Greek Islands Turkey. A package that covers three famous Greek Islands and Kusadasi in Turkey. With this package, you have a lot of time in Mykonos and Santorini and the opportunity to visit ancient Ephesus.
Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred to your selected hotel. The balance of the day at leisure.
This tour is an opportunity to observe the striking contrasts that make Athens such a fascinating city. Our expert guides will take you to see the Panathenaic Stadium where the first Olympic Games of modern times were held in 1896 (shortstop).
Continue and pass by the Prime Minister’s residence (ex Royal Palace) guarded by the Euzones in their colorful uniform, the Temple of Olympian Zeus, the Hadrian’s Arch, the Parliament and the memorial to the Unknown Soldier, the Academy, the University, the National Library, the Constitution Square (Syntagma). On the Acropolis visit the Architectural Masterpieces of the Golden Age of Athens: The Propylaea, the Temple of Athena Nike, the Erechtheion and finally “the harmony between material and spirit”, the monument that “puts an order in the mind”, the Parthenon.
Tour will end by visiting the Acropolis and the new Acropolis Museum, “State of the art” in museum construction and very rich in content.
Afternoon free to visit Plaka (The old Athens city) with lots of souvenir shops, restaurants and taverns.
A unique full day trip in the province of Argolis!
We leave from Athens joining the coastal road until the first stop in the Corinth Canal, a unique technical achievement of the 19th century, connecting the Ionian with the Aegean Sea (short stop).
The next destination is National, Napoli di Romania, one of the most beautiful cities in Greece. We will stroll around the alleys of the first capital of Greece, we will admire the local architecture, the great Venetian castle of Palamidi and the stronghold of Bourbaki and the cathedral of Saint George. After a short walking tour, you will have free time on your own to enjoy the city.
Then we drive to Mycenae, the citadel of one of the oldest pre-historical civilizations famous all around the world for the story of the Trojan War. This is the place from where the Greeks had set off for the expedition in Troy in order to get back beautiful Helene and where the golden mask of Agamemnon was found. We will see the famous Lion’s Gate, the monumental entrance, the Cyclopean Walls and the Treasury of Atreus, a monumental structure for the burial of the King. We will have a lunch break at Mycenae.
In the afternoon, we return back to Athens full of colorful images and unique smells.
Free morning in Athens. In the afternoon transfer to Piraeus port to embark on the cruise ship for your 7 nights cruise.
We go along the Athens Riviera in the Saronic Gulf to the south end of Attica passing close to the Temple of Poseidon in Cape Sounion.
Enjoy the night entertainment program on board while we sailing to Kusadasi. Overnight on board.
We will arrive at the port of Kusadasi. Kusadasi is a resort town on the Aegean coast of Turkey. In ancient times settlers included the Aeolians in the 11th century BC and the Ionians in the 9th century who made Kusadasi a center of art and culture. In the early years of Christianity. Saint John the Evangelist and (according to the sacred Catholic tradition) Mary (mother of Jesus), both came to live in the area.
With the optional excursion you have the opportunity to visit Ephesus, an ancient Greek city and later an important Roman city, on the coast of Ionia. The city was famous for the Temple of Artemis (completed around 550 BC), one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
You can also visit the House of the Virgin Mary, which was claimed to have been the last house of the Virgin Mary, based on the visions of Sister Anne Catherine Emmerich. It is a popular Catholic pilgrimage site that has been visited by the last three Popes.
After the excursion, you will have free time to visit and shop in the port bazaar of Kusadasi. Overnight on board and sailing.
Today we visit the magnificent island of the roses, Knights and Butterflies. Rhodes was famous worldwide for the Colossus of Rhodes, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. The medieval Old Town of the City of Rhodes has been declared a World Heritage Site. Today, it is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Europe.
The optional tour will take you to visit the old medieval city and the famous Acropolis of Lindos. If you want to be on your own you can swim in one of the many beaches of the island or just stroll in the old city and imagine being one of its inhabitants of ancient times.
Overnight on board.
Agios Nikolaos is an international seaside resort that attracts thousands of visitors each year. Its lake, considered the jewel of the town, is steeped in local legends. The shops offer traditional Cretan art, museum replicas, jewelry and embroidery, as well as typical regional products and delicacies. A truly unique and beautiful stop. Night on board and navigation.
We will spend the whole day in Santorini, one of the jewels of small volcanic archipelagos five islands is undoubtedly Santorini. Santorini was created due to a volcanic eruption that culminated in the explosion of a volcano caldera, therefore, its rugged landscapes dotted with huge cliffs.
Santorini’s capital, Fira, with white-washed houses, narrow streets and open-air cafes that cling to a cliff, is at the top of the beautiful island where you can enjoy the beautiful views of the bay. Discover Santorini villages that retain their authenticity, with beautiful blue and white buildings and barren volcanic rocks. It is a very fascinating and picturesque island. A magical place that has nothing to do with the rest of the Greek islands, a place to spread the peaceful and hospitable nature of its people.
The optional panoramic tour will show you a big part of the island and the town of Oia.
Night on board and navigation
In the morning we arrive in Mykonos to enjoy the sun, the sea and the beauties of this unique island.
Mykonos is known around the world as the Ibiza of the Aegean, the most popular destination in the Mediterranean. An international jet set known for its beautiful sandy beaches, hundreds of tiny white chapels, and incredible nightlife. Stroll through the streets of the capital that are considered the most beautiful of the Greek islands and enjoy the great nightlife. It’s easy to get lost in its maze of bright white walls dotted with blue domes and flower-filled windows and balconies. Have a coffee or a cocktail in one of the famous bars and promise to come back for a longer stay and more experiences.
Don’t miss a visit to the Delos sanctuary in honor of the Greek god Apollo, which can be reached after a delightful boat ride.
Night on board.
Morning arrival in Milos, time to explore the capital, Plaka, 2,000-year-old catacombs
or simply sunbathe on the flat rocks of the stunning Sarakiniko beach. The true beauty of this beautiful island is found in its impressive landscapes, rock formations sculpted by the wind and the sea, soft sand beaches, secluded coves and clear crystal clear aquamarine. The island is recognized worldwide by the Venus de Milo (Currently in the Louvre). Night on board..
Arrival around 07:00 hrs. Disembarkation and transfer to the airport for your departure.
The flight must have a departure time after 12.00.
Departure dates for 2026: April: 08, 22 May: 06, 13, 20, 27 June: 03, 10, 17, 24 July: 01, 08, 15, 22 August: 05, 19 September 02, 09, 16, 23, 30 October 07, 21
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