PACKAGE INCLUDES

• 2 nights hotel accommodation in Athens
• Half day Athens sightseeing tour
• 4 day cruise to the Greek islands & Turkey (all meals included)
• 3 nights hotel accommodation in Santorini
• Air tickets Santorini to Athens
• Entrance fees, during guided sightseeing
• 24 hour assistance phone number
• Daily breakfast
• All transfers as mentioned
• Taxes

ITINERARY:
SATURDAY: ATHENS
Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred to your hotel. Balance of day at leisure.
SUNDAY: ATHENS GUIDED CITY TOUR
Morning sightseeing tour of Athens. The striking contrast between breathtaking monuments of a glorious past and modern elegant structures is what you will enjoy during your tour of Athens. Visit the Acropolis,the crowning beauty and glory of Ancient Athens, with its many monuments atop its rocky base, including the awesome Parthenon, the Propylea, the temple of Athena Nike and the Erechtheion, with its Porch of Maidens. Drive to the Roman Temple of Olympic Zeus, the Panathinaikon Stadium(site of the first modern Olympic Games in 1896), the Tomb of the unknown Soldier in front of the Parliament House on Constitution Square. See views of government buildings and elegant structures of the 19th century. Drive along Panepistimiou Avenue and view the Catholic Cathedral, the Academy, University, National Library. In contrast, conclude your tour with a visit to the new Acropolis museum (closed on Monday’s), a marvel of architecture with a full exhibition of the glory of Ancient Athens. Afternoon at leisure.

TUESDAY: MORNING IN KUSADASI / EVENING IN PATMOS

Enjoy breakfast on board and the morning at leisure in Kusadasi (Ephesus, Turkey). Renowned for its beaches and attractive view of the Aegean, Kusadasi is near to several historical sites including Ephesus, the Temple of Artemis, and the House of the Virgin Mary. Spend the evening at leisure in Patmos (Greece). Sail to Rhodes this evening.

WEDNESDAY: FULL DAY IN RHODES

Enjoy a full day on the island of Rhodes (Greece), the largest island of the Dodecanese archipelago. Explore the island`s medieval Old Town, preserved in and around the walls of a Venetian castle, built by the 14th-century Knights of St. John. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Citadel of Rhodes is located at the far northern end of the island and is considered one of the best preserved medieval towns in the Mediterranean.

THURSDAY: MORNING IN CRETE / AFTERNOON DISEMBARK IN SANTORINI

Arrive early this morning in Heraklion (Crete, Greece), one of the four prefectures that constitute the island of Crete. Enjoy a half day at leisure to explore the island on your own. At noon, cruise to Santorini. Upon arrival in Santorini disembark and transfer to your hotel in Santorini

FRIDAY & SATURDAY: SANTORINI

Days at leisure to enjoy the sun, the unforgettable view and the most romantic sunset in the world.

SUNDAY: SANTORINI / ATHENS
At the indicated time you will be transferred to the airport for your flight to Athens.