Itinerary
- Day 1
Arrival
An Insight host meets you at the airport and takes you to your hotel. After you get settled, meet your Travel Director at 7 PM for a Welcome Reception where you'll have dinner and wine with your fellow travelers.
- Meals
- Dinner (Welcome Reception dinner with wine)
- Day 2
Athens to Olympia
Your Local Expert guides you through the Parthenon and other temples atop the Acropolis. Then you'll drive along the Saronic Gulf past the Corinth Canal to Mycenae, where you walk through the Lion Gate and see the royal beehive-tombs. Stop at a family-run pottery studio and wander through the elegant town of Nafplio before heading to Olympia.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit the Parthenon atop the Acropolis with Local Expert
- See the Temple of Athena Nike (Temple of the Wingless Victory)
- View the Erechtheion and its Porch of the Maidens caryatids
- Drive along the shores of the Saronic Gulf
- Pass through the Corinth Canal
- Walk through the Lion Gate at Mycenae
- Visit royal beehive-tombs at Mycenae
- View Cyclopean stones of Mycenae city walls
- Meet artisans at a family-run pottery studio
- Orientation of Nafplio with Travel Director
Landmarks Parthenon Acropolis Temple of Athena Nike Erechtheion Corinth Canal Mycenae Lion Gate Nafplio - Day 3
Olympia
Spend time exploring ancient Olympia, where the Olympic Games started in 776 B.C. You'll see the ruined Temple of Zeus, the athletes' gymnasium, and the Ancient Stadium with its arch, plus the stone markers from the original sprint. In the evening, a local chef demonstrates classic Greek cooking, followed by a Highlight Dinner.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Highlight Dinner with dishes prepared during cooking demonstration)
Included Activities
- Visit the ruined Temple of Zeus at Ancient Olympia
- Explore the athletes' gymnasium
- Visit the Ancient Stadium of Olympia
- Attend cooking demonstration with a local chef showcasing classic Greek cuisine
- Participate in Highlight Dinner following cooking demonstration
Landmarks Ancient Olympia Temple of Zeus Ancient Stadium of Olympia - Day 4
Olympia to Kalambaka
Travel north to Patras and cross the Rio-Antirrio Bridge onto the mainland. Your Local Expert leads you up Mount Parnassus to Delphi, walking along the Sacred Way past the Treasury of the Athenians and Polygonal Wall. You'll reach the Temple of Apollo, where the Oracle gave prophecies for 14 centuries. Then continue to Kalambaka.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Cross the Rio-Antirrio Bridge
- Ascend the Sacred Way of Delphi with Local Expert
- Pass the Treasury of the Athenians (Parian marble)
- View the Polygonal Wall with interlocking stones
- Visit the Temple of Apollo at Delphi
- Orientation of Kalambaka with Travel Director
Landmarks Rio-Antirrio Bridge Mount Parnassus Delphi Treasury of the Athenians Polygonal Wall Temple of Apollo - Day 5
Meteora
Visit the UNESCO site of Meteora with its massive smooth rock pinnacles. Your Local Expert takes you into one of the centuries-old monasteries perched on the rock towers and shares the views over Peneios Valley. The rest of your day is free to walk nature trails or check out the Natural History Museum.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit UNESCO World Heritage Site of Meteora with Local Expert
- Explore one of the monasteries at Meteora
- View the Peneios Valley
Optional Activities
- Explore nature trails in the Meteora area
- Visit the Natural History Museum
Landmarks Meteora Peneios Valley - Day 6
Kalambaka to Athens
Journey south to Thermopylae, the mountain pass where King Leonidas led the Spartans against the Persians in 480 B.C. You'll see the Leonidas Monument, then travel on to Athens to view the Temple of Zeus, Temple of Wingless Victory, and Hadrian's Arch. Later, you'll have a Celebration Dinner in true Greek style with wine.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Celebration Dinner in true Greek style with wine)
Included Activities
- Visit Thermopylae
- See the Leonidas Monument
- Visit the Temple of Zeus in Athens
- Visit the Temple of Wingless Victory in Athens
- See Hadrian's Arch in Athens
Landmarks Thermopylae Leonidas Monument Temple of Olympian Zeus Hadrian's Arch - Day 7
Athens to Kusadasi
Your morning is free in Athens. In the late afternoon, you board your cruise ship and set sail for Kusadasi. While cruising, Mediterranean and international dishes are available, and breakfast, lunch and dinner are served daily with complimentary drinks included.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Mediterranean dishes and international cuisine served onboard)
Included Activities
- Board cruise ship in Athens
- Sail to Kusadasi
Landmarks Kusadasi - Day 8
Kusadasi to Rhodes
Check out the Turkish port of Kusadasi in the morning. Your Local Expert guides you through the ancient ruins of Ephesus, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. In the evening, the ship sails on to Rhodes.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Explore Kusadasi
- Visit Ephesus UNESCO World Heritage Site with Local Expert
Landmarks Kusadasi Ephesus - Day 9
Rhodes
When you arrive at Rhodes, the day is yours to explore at your own pace. The Crusaders chose this city as their fortified headquarters and it's surrounded by medieval walls. Join the included walking tour of the old town or relax on the golden beaches. In the evening, your cruise heads to Crete.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Included walking tour of Rhodes old town
Optional Activities
- Relax on golden beaches
- Explore Rhodes independently
Landmarks Rhodes - Day 10
Crete
Sail to Crete, the mythical birthplace of Zeus. You have leisure time to explore Heraklion, the capital. Your Local Expert guides you through the Palace of Minos at Knossos to see this ancient Minoan palace.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided visit to the Palace of Minos at Knossos with Local Expert
Optional Activities
- Explore Heraklion independently
Landmarks Crete Heraklion Palace of Minos at Knossos 
- Day 11
Santorini
Wake up in Santorini with your morning free to relax and take in the sheer cliffs and sea views. Wander through Thira, the capital, with its clifftop restaurants and views. Later, your Local Expert takes you to the Cycladic village of Oia, one of the island's most authentic spots, before the ship heads to Milos.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit the Cycladic village of Oia with Local Expert
Optional Activities
- Explore Thira capital independently
- Relax at Santorini
Landmarks Santorini Thira Oia - Day 12
Milos
You have plenty of time to move around the island of Milos with its clear waters and white cliffs. Later in the evening, you set sail for Mykonos.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Explore Milos island
- Relax on beaches with crystal waters
Landmarks Milos - Day 13
Mykonos
Your full day is free to relax and wander Mykonos with its white cube houses and windmills. Tonight, navigate the maze of walkways, check out the welcoming tavernas, and experience the nightlife.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Explore Mykonos
- Visit sugar cube houses
- See whitewashed windmills
- Discover tavernas and nightlife
Landmarks Mykonos 
- Day 14
Athens
You disembark in the morning and transfer to your hotel where the day is yours. Relax, shop or bargain in the local market. Ask about an optional trip to the Temple of Poseidon at Cape Sounio.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Optional experience to the Temple of Poseidon at Cape Sounio
- Shop at local market
- Explore Athens
Landmarks Temple of Poseidon Cape Sounio - Day 15
Departure
Say goodbye to Athens. Your journey ends with a transfer to the airport.
- Meals
- Breakfast
