Overview
From the Greek capital Athens we sail to Thessaloniki, the second largest Greek city after Athens, where epic history meets Greek city vibes and where you can sample great restaurants and little eateries found along palm-lined avenues as well as close to the port. Beautiful churches appear at every corner, seasonal markets sell colourful local produce and shaded spots on Aristotelous Square are where guests can watch the world go by with a home-made ice cream.
Our next stop is Kusadasi, coastal gateway to the Hellenistic ruins of Ephesus, famed for one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, the Temple of Artemis. The next destination is Greece's largest island, Crete - a place of mystery, myths and legends. There's the chance to take in the bustling capital Heraklion and some of Crete's extraordinary archaeology and history. You can also learn more of the art and creativity of the Minoans.
Santorini is instantly recognisable, with soaring landscapes, clusters of whitewashed houses in the capital Fira, incredible sunsets and of course the iconic blue-domed church at Oia. A visit on this idyllic odyssey that should never be missed is Mykonos, the Island of Winds, with its atmospheric Old Town, immaculate whitewashed houses, winding alleys, lovely little churches, delightful restaurants and instantly recognisable picture-postcard white windmills side by side, overlooking the sea.
Our last port of call is Milos which is known as the Island of Colours - and it really does live up to its name with stunning landscapes, wind and sea sculptured rock formations, soft sandy beaches, secluded coves and crystal-clear aquamarine waters. The island's most famous export is the Venus de Milo
Itinerary
Day 1 Athens (Piraeus) Greece
SATURDAY - Depart: 17:00
You will leave the historic and classical capital of Greece and set sail on an overnight voyage to Thessaloniki. Your first night will give you the opportunity to relax and indulge in the Inclusive hospitality and anticipate the adventures ahead on your very own Aegean Odyssey of discovery.
Day 2 Thessaloniki Greece
SUNDAY - Arrive 12:30 | Depart 18:00
The thick Byzantine walls guarding Thessaloniki give way to an inviting mix of architectural landscapes with winding cobbled streets. Approaching the port, you will be captivated by a city that radiates culture and sophistication bathed in golden Greek sunshine. Palm-lined avenues house glamorous shops and gourmet restaurants, and historic cobblestone streets present traditional tavernas and ouzerias to satisfy everyone’s taste buds. Beautiful churches appear at every corner, seasonal markets sell colorful local produce and shaded spots on Aristotelous Square are where you can sit back with a homemade ice cream and watch the world go by.
Day 3 Kusadasi (Ephesus) Turkey
MONDAY - Arrive 13:00 | Depart 20:00
Your morning arrival gives you all day in Kusadasi, plenty of time to explore the colourful beach town that is the coastal gateway to the Hellenistic ruins of Ephesus, famed for one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, the Temple of Artemis.
Day 4 Crete (Heraklion) Greece
TUESDAY - Arrive 10:00 | Depart 19:00
From one evocative island to another. Crete is Greece’s largest island and the fifth largest in the Mediterranean, a place of myths and legends. There will be the opportunity to visit the capital Heraklion and absorb some of its extraordinary history.
Day 5-6 Santorini* Greece
WEDNESDAY - Arrive 07:00
THURSDAY - Depart 00:30
Santorini is instantly recognisable and we are sure she will take your breath away, with her soaring landscapes, clusters of whitewashed houses in the capital, Fira, incredible sunsets and, of course the iconic blue-domed church at Oia. And don’t forget to try one of the many restaurants jostling for position at the edge of the caldera. In the evening you can explore at leisure or simply relax on the deck sipping cocktails or a glass of fine wine.
* Tendering weather permitting.
Day 6-7 Mykonos* Greece
THURSDAY - Arrive 00:30
FRIDAY - Depart 02:00
The Island of the Winds awaits. We have a full day for sightseeing or just strolling through the atmospheric Old Town with its immaculate whitewashed houses, winding alleys, lovely little churches and delightful restaurants. You will undoubtedly recognise the picture postcard white windmills sitting side by side, overlooking the sea. You may also want to see the ancient temples on neighbouring Delos.
* Tendering weather permitting.
Day 7 Milos* Greece
FRIDAY - Arrive 09:00 | Depart 19:00
You may be asleep when we depart Mykonos but we will be in Milos, the Island of Colours, at breakfast time. You will have time to explore the capital, Plaka, 2,000-year-old catacombs or simply soak up the sun on the flat rocks of stunning Sarakiniko Beach. The real beauty of this truly gorgeous island is to be found in its stunning landscapes, wind and sea-sculptured rock formations, soft sandy beaches, secluded coves and crystal-clear aquamarine waters. The island’s most famous export is the Venus de Milo.
* Tendering weather permitting.
Day 8 Athens (Piraeus) Greece
SATURDAY - Arrive 09:00
Arrive back in Athens at 9am.
Additional information
- Please note Thessaloniki will now arrive at 12:30 (previously 10:00) and depart at 18:00 (previously 19:00; Kusadasi will now depart at 20:00 (previously 19:00) and Heraklion will now arrive at 10:00 (previously 08:00)
- Cruises can also start in Thessaloniki, Kusadasi or Crete (Heraklion).
- Fare based on stateroom category IA on XXXX 2023 sailings, subject to availability. Fares for other dates may vary. Taxes, fees and port charges are included in the fare.
Excluded
- International airfares and taxes
- Domestic airfares and taxes, unless otherwise specified in our holiday package
- Visa expenses, processing and issuance fees
- Meals other than as specified in our holiday package
- Travel Insurance or expenses of a personal nature (mini-bar, phone call, laundry, etc.)
- Tips or gratuities to guides, drivers, porters, hotel, restaurant or boat staff, etc.
- Or any other travel expense that has not been included in our holiday package
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