Idyllic Aegean with 7-Night Cruise (RL)

11 days from Athens to Athens

2023 Tour Details

The locals say that the best way to drink a glass of ouzo, the Greek anise-flavored liquor, is with a cool splash of water. The best way to enjoy the national drink just might be the best way to savor the nation is other delights. This refreshing tour of Greece creates a big splash with an enlightening tour of Athens followed by a 7-night cruise to the Greek Isles and Turkey. Walk in the footsteps of celebrated philosophers, run down the same paths as ancient Olympians, and then dive into the ancient ruins and resorts of the Aegean where legendary harbors, charming villages, and pristine beaches await. From the colorful volcanic island of Milos to the whitewashed villas of Santorini, and the Old Town of Rhodes to the modern getaway of Mykonos, it’s hard to say which sparkles more; the crystal clear water of the Aegean or the hidden jewels along its storied shores.

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DESTINATIONS & SIGHTSEEING

Sightseeing:

ATHENS
Welcome drink; guided sightseeing, visit the Acropolis

CRUISING
Seven-night cruise to Mykonos, Milos, Santorini, Heraklion (Crete), Kusadasi (Turkey)

Cruise Details:

Rotation of ports of call may vary for congestion reasons at certain ports with or without prior notice.
Cabin categories: Inside cabin (category IB) Outside cabin (category XB)
All cabins with two lower beds and private shower and toilet.
Full entertainment program on board.
Globus Host service throughout the cruise.
Please ask your Travel Consultant for cruise ship details. At time of printing, the ship scheduled to depart for the cruise portion of your vacation is the Celestyal Crystal, operated by Celestyal Cruises. Certain departures may be operated by other Celestyal Cruises ships of similar standard.

KNOSSOS
Visit the center of the 3000 BC Minoan civilization

EPHESUS
Visit the excavations

SANTORINI
Visit cliff-top village Oia

Notes:

Please check visa requirements with your local consulate(s); responsibility for obtaining visas rests with the traveler.

Transportation:

Cruise ship

Meals

Meals & Itinerary

Welcome drink in Athens; full buffet breakfast in Athens and full à-la-carte breakfasts, lunches, and dinners while cruising

Itinerary

Day 1

ARRIVE IN ATHENS, GREECE Welcome to Athens! At 6 pm, meet your Globus Host and traveling companions for a welcome drink.

Day 2

ATHENS. ATHENS Guided sightseeing includes a visit to the Acropolis and a stop at the Panathenaic Stadium. Free time this afternoon and evening.
Breakfast

ENHANCE YOUR FREE TIME in Athens with a folklore dinner in the Plaka. This and many more options throughout your tour are available for purchase with MyGlobus. Get local maps and tips for free time with your GlobusGO mobile app.

Day 3

ATHENS (EMBARKATION)ATHENS Embarkation.
Breakfast Dinner

Day 4

CRUISING: THESSANLONIKI THESSALONIKI Free time to explore.
Breakfast Lunch Dinner

Day 5

CRUISING: KUSADASI, TURKEY KUSADASI Visit the Greek, Roman, and Byzantine excavations of Ephesus.
Breakfast Lunch Dinner

Day 6

CRUISING: RHODES, GREECE RHODES Full day in port. Guided sightseeing includes the Acropolis of Lindos.
Breakfast Lunch Dinner

Day 7

CRUISING: HERAKLION, CRETE- SANTORINI, GREECE HERAKLION Free time to explore before sailing to Santorini.
SANTORINI Free time.
Breakfast Lunch Dinner

Day 8

CRUISING: MYKONOS MYKONOS Free time.
Breakfast Lunch Dinner

Day 9

MILOS MILOS Free time to explore.
Breakfast Lunch Dinner

Day 10

ATHENS (DISEMBARKATION) ATHENS Disembarkation. Free day.
Breakfast

Day 11

ATHENS. Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.
Breakfast

Accommodations

ATHENS

ZAFOLIA

Hotel as shown or similar

First-Class

Free Wifi

Optional Excursions

Contact your Travel Consultant for more information.

Price Ranges

$ ($50 USD and under)
$$ ($51 - $100 USD)
$$$ ($101 - $150 USD)
$$$$ (Over $150)

* The "Starting at" or listed price is based on the lowest price available to book. Price is per passenger based on double occupancy and does not include airfare; additional fees/charges are not included. If a price is crossed out, the new price includes a limited time promotional offer(s) – please review current promotions or deals for additional information. Some tours require intra-vacation flights (and in some cases intra-vacation segments must be purchased from Globus).