Athens and 04 Nights Greek Islands Cruise

Athens and 04 Nights Greek Islands Cruise

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Athens and 04 Nights Greek Islands Cruise

8 Days Starting in Athens, Greece and ending in Santorini, Greece

Visiting: Athens, Mykonos, Patmos, Rhodes, Heraklion, Santorini

Tour operator:

Indus Travels

Group Type:

Independent

Guide Type:

Self Guided

Physical rating:

Low

Age range:

5-99

Special diets catered:

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Tour operated in:

English
From: $1259

NB: Prices correct on 19-Sep-2024 but subject to change.

Tour Overview

Begin with a night in Athens, once the heart of Ancient Greece, a powerful civilization and empire. You will quickly see that the city today is still dominated by 5th century BC landmarks such as the Acropolis. You will embark the cruise from here and sail towards Mykonos, and island with many beautiful beaches and world class entertainment. Sail to Turkiye and visit Kusadasi, a beach resort town on Turkiyes western Aegean coast. The seafront promenade, marina and harbor are all lined with hotels and restaurants to greet visitors. Visit the significant Christian pilgrimage site of Patmos; its Cave of the Apocalypse is where John of Paramos is said to have written the Book of Revelations. In Rhodes and Heraklion, see ancient ruins and archaeological sites that date back to a time of medieval towns and fortresses. Your trip ends after a visit to Santorini, known for its whitewashed buildings, dazzling panoramas and romantic sunsets.

Highlights

  • Sail out into the Aegean Sea and visit the beautiful island of Mykonos

  • Experience the beach resort town of Kusadasi, on Turkiyes western coast

  • Spend the afternoon on the beautiful Biblical island of Patmos

  • Visit archaeological sites in Rhodes and Heraklion

  • Explore the picture-perfect island of Santorini

Itinerary

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Day 1: Athens (Arrival)

Location: Athens

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: CELESTYAL CRUISE

Upon arrival in Greeces capital city of Athens today you will be met by our company representative and transferred to your hotel. 


Overnight in Athens

Day 2: Athens (B/-/-)

Location: Athens

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: HOTEL FRESH

Meals Included: Breakfast

After early morning breakfast, begin your half-day city tour of Athens. Start your tour with a visit to the Panathenaic Stadium where the first Olympic Games of modern times were held in 1896. Continue your journey driving past the Prime Minister's Residence (ex Royal Palace) guarded by the Euzones in their colorful uniforms, 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, and the Constitution Square (Syntagma). Your tour will continue to the Acropolis where you will see the architectural masterpieces of the Golden Age of Athens: discover 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. Visit the place where the statues found their home and admire the wonders of the classical era in The New Acropolis Museum (due to certain restrictions for the visiting hours of the new Acropolis Museum, the order of the program can be changed). Return to your hotel by lunchtime. Enjoy the rest of the afternoon to relax or go out and explore the city on your own.




Overnight in Athens

Day 3: Athens (B/-/-)

Location: Athens

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: HOTEL FRESH

Meals Included: Breakfast

Enjoy your breakfast at a leisurely pace. Spend the rest of the day at leisure. You may simply relax or opt for an optional tour.




Overnight in Athens

Day 4: Athens (Embarkation) - Mykonos (B/L/D)

Location: Athens, Mykonos

Accommodation Name: Superior cruise

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Enjoy your morning at leisure before being transferred later in the day to the Lavrion port of Athens to embark on a 5-day cruise to the Greek Islands and Turkey. The island, according to Greek mythology, was formed by the bodies of giants slain by Hercules. The most recognizable site on Mykonos is the row of immaculate picture postcard white windmills overlooking the water. Every visitor takes that picture. The Old Town has many delightful cafes and tavernas along its winding alleys and time will pass very quickly in these lovely, relaxing surroundings.




Overnight on board

Day 5: Mykonos – Kusadasi - Patmos (B/L/D)

Location: Patmos

Accommodation Name: Superior cruise

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Wake up this morning in the beach resort town of Kusadasi. Vibrant and colorful, Kusadasi in Turkey is the gateway to the Hellenistic ruins of Ephesus, famed for the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Our next port of call is Patmos, a small and charming island a little over 20 square kilometers in size and lying in the Dodecanese. It is most famous for being where the Book of Revelations was written, and the location of John the Baptists vision, which is detailed in the text.




Overnight on board

Day 6: Patmos – Rhodes (B/L/D)

Location: Rhodes

Accommodation Name: Superior cruise

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Enjoy breakfast before exploring Rhodes, His remains are nowhere to be seen, of course, but the Colossus of Rhodes once bestrode the harbor which gives us another link to the Seven Wonders. Lose yourself in the maze of atmospheric cobbled streets of the Old Town (a World Heritage Site) that will transport you back to the Byzantine Empire and be sure to wander through the Knights Quarter and the Palace of the Grand Master. Indeed, Rhodes is also known as the Island of the Knights. Our itinerary allows us a whole day here which gives us plenty of opportunity to discover the clear waters, wonderful beaches, and lush wooded valleys.




Overnight on board

Day 7: Rhodes - Crete (Heraklion) - Santorini (B/L/D)

Location: Rhodes, Heraklion, Santorini

Accommodation Name: Superior cruise

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

From one evocative island to another. Crete is Greeces 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. We then enjoy an evening in incomparable Santorini where you may get the chance to see the blue domed church at Oia. There will also be time for a wonderful, traditional meal at one of the many cliffside restaurants.




Overnight on board

Day 8: Athens (Disembarkation) – Usa / Canada (B/-/-)

Location: Athens

Meals Included: Breakfast

After breakfast on board, disembark in Athens from 7:00am onwards. You will be transferred directly to Athens International Airport for your onward flight.

What's Included

  • 03 nights accommodation on a twin sharing basis at the listed hotels or similar

  • 04 nights accommodation on a twin sharing basis at the listed Superior cruise or similar on a interior cabin

  • Full board meal plan onboard cruise

  • Beverages with meals

  • Arrival and departure airport transfers

  • Transportation in a Deluxe AC Vehicle

  • Entertainment on board

  • All currently applicable taxes

  • All Port and service charges on the cruise (including gratuities)

What's Not Included

  • Items of personal nature, tips and gratuities in Athens

  • Accommodation Tax at Hotels in Athens– EUR 5 per room/per night: Collected by hotels directly

  • Items not mentioned as included

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  • What kind of accommodation is provided during the tour?

    The tour includes 03 nights accommodation on a twin sharing basis at listed hotels or similar in Athens, and 04 nights accommodation on a twin sharing basis at a listed Superior cruise or similar in an interior cabin.

  • Are meals included in the tour package?

    Yes, a full board meal plan is provided onboard the cruise, which includes beverages with meals.

  • Is transportation included in the tour?

    Yes, transportation is provided in a Deluxe AC Vehicle, and arrival and departure airport transfers are also included.

  • What kind of entertainment is available on the cruise?

    Entertainment is provided onboard the cruise.

  • Are there any additional charges I should be aware of?

    Yes, items of personal nature, tips and gratuities in Athens, and accommodation tax at hotels in Athens (EUR 5 per room/per night) are not included and will be collected by the hotels directly.

  • What are some of the key highlights of the tour?

    The tour highlights include visiting the beautiful island of Mykonos, experiencing the beach resort town of Kusadasi, spending the afternoon on the Biblical island of Patmos, visiting archaeological sites in Rhodes and Heraklion, and exploring the picture-perfect island of Santorini.

  • What is the itinerary for the first day of the tour?

    On the first day, you will arrive in Athens, where you will be met by a company representative and transferred to your hotel. You will spend the night in Athens.

  • What activities are planned for the second day in Athens?

    On the second day, after breakfast, you will begin a half-day city tour of Athens, visiting the Panathenaic Stadium, the Prime Minister's Residence, the Temple of Olympian Zeus, Hadrian's Arch, the Parliament, the Academy, the University, the National Library, Constitution Square, and the Acropolis. You will also visit The New Acropolis Museum. The rest of the afternoon is free for you to relax or explore the city on your own.

  • What can I expect on the fourth day of the tour?

    On the fourth day, you will have a leisurely morning before being transferred to the Lavrion port of Athens to embark on a 5-day cruise to the Greek Islands and Turkey. You will visit Mykonos, known for its picturesque white windmills and delightful cafes and tavernas.

  • What historical sites will be visited in Kusadasi?

    In Kusadasi, you will have the opportunity to visit the Hellenistic ruins of Ephesus, famed for the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.

  • What is special about the island of Patmos?

    Patmos is famous for being the place where the Book of Revelations was written and the location of John the Baptist's vision, which is detailed in the text.

  • What can I explore in Rhodes?

    In Rhodes, you can explore the Old Town, a World Heritage Site, and wander through the Knights Quarter and the Palace of the Grand Master. Rhodes is also known as the Island of the Knights.

  • What will I see in Crete and Santorini?

    In Crete, you will visit the capital Heraklion and absorb some of its extraordinary history. In Santorini, you may get the chance to see the blue domed church at Oia and enjoy a traditional meal at one of the many cliffside restaurants.

  • What happens on the last day of the tour?

    On the last day, after breakfast on board, you will disembark in Athens from 7:00am onwards and be transferred directly to Athens International Airport for your onward flight.

  • Can I join the tour once it has departed?

    Yes, but only in case it was previously agreed by both sides and arranged by us.

  • What documents will I receive before I travel?

    Our e-document package includes all local contact details, daily itinerary, airline e-ticket information, service vouchers, and travel tips which should be everything you require to go on your trip.

  • If I need one, who is responsible to obtain my visa?

    You are responsible for obtaining the proper travel documents for the destinations on your itinerary, including having a passport that is valid for at least 6 months before the date of departure and a visa if required. Please check the Visa section in the Know Before You Go document for the countries you will be visiting.

  • Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?

    No, not as standard. Solo travellers can book and occupy their own room for a supplement.

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    We have been organizing unforgettable trips since 2001.

  • Can I arrange flights via Indus Travels, too?

    In some cases, yes. Indus Travels can provide flights from/to selected departure points in the USA. If you would like a quote inclusive of flights, please let us know and we'll be happy to check the details for you!

  • Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

    Yes.

  • What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?

    Changes to an existing reservation up to the Final Payment Date, whatever the cause, will incur a $100 per person amendment fee, potential loss of any supplier fees (such as non-refundable event tickets, park permits, and sea cruise reservations) plus any costs for replacement services. On/ after the Final Payment Date, the $100 change fee is no longer valid, instead cancellations terms apply.

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