Itinerary
- Day 1
Athens Arrival
You'll arrive at the airport and head to your hotel in Athens for check-in. After settling in, grab dinner at the hotel this evening.
- Meals
- Dinner (Dinner at the hotel)
- Day 2
Athens
Start with a half-day guided tour through ancient and modern Athens. You'll begin at Panathinaiko Stadium, then see the Temple of Olympian Zeus, the Athens Trilogy, and the National Garden. Head to the Acropolis complex to walk through the Parthenon and Erechtheion, followed by the Acropolis Museum. Dinner is at the hotel.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Dinner at the hotel)
Included Activities
- Half-day Athens sightseeing tour
- Photo stop at Panathinaiko Stadium
- Pass by Zappeion and Temple of Olympian Zeus
- Pass by Athens Trilogy (University, Academy, National Library)
- Pass by National Garden, Hadrian's Arc, St. Paul's Church, Parliament, Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
- Pass by Schliemann's House (Numismatic Museum), Catholic Cathedral, Old Parliament, Constitution Square, Russian Orthodox Church
- Visit Acropolis with Propylaea, Temple of Athena Nike, Parthenon, and Erechtheion
- Visit Acropolis Museum with expert-guided tour
- Walk past Herodion and Dionysos Theater
Landmarks Panathinaiko Stadium Temple of Olympian Zeus University of Athens Academy of Athens National Library of Greece National Garden of Athens Hadrian's Arch St. Paul's Church Parliament Building Tomb of the Unknown Soldier Schliemann's House (Numismatic Museum) Catholic Cathedral of Athens Old Parliament Constitution Square Russian Orthodox Church Propylaea Temple of Athena Nike Parthenon Erechtheion Porch of Maidens Acropolis Museum Herodion Theatre Dionysos Theatre 
- Day 3
Athens to Cruise (Mykonos)
After breakfast, transfer to the cruise pier and board your ship. Later in the afternoon, you'll arrive at Mykonos and have time to walk around this Cycladic island before the ship sets sail for your 4-day cruise.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast at the hotel), Lunch (Lunch on board), Dinner (Dinner on board)
Included Activities
- Transfer to cruise pier
- Embark on cruise ship
- Free time at Mykonos
Landmarks Mykonos - Day 4
Kusadasi (Ephesus) and Patmos
Rise early to reach Kusadasi port in Turkey. You'll explore the Ancient City of Ephesus and see the famous Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders. Learn about its history as a major Roman city and Christian center. Later, sail to Patmos and check out the island's capital Chora, the Monastery of St. John, and the Grotto of the Apocalypse before sailing in the evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast on board), Lunch (Lunch on board), Dinner (Dinner on board)
Included Activities
- Ancient Ephesus tour and guided visit
- Visit Chora (Patmos capital)
- Visit Monastery of St. John
- Visit Grotto of the Apocalypse
Landmarks Ephesus Temple of Artemis Patmos Chora, Patmos Monastery of St. John Grotto of the Apocalypse - Day 5
Rhodes
The ship arrives early in Rhodes, the largest Dodecanese island. You'll have a full day to explore at your own pace, with time to see the Island of the Knights. The ship departs around 6:00 PM.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast on board), Lunch (Lunch on board), Dinner (Dinner on board)
Included Activities
- Free day to explore Rhodes
Landmarks Rhodes - Day 6
Heraklion and Santorini
You'll arrive early in Heraklion, Crete's capital, with about 3 hours to look around. In the afternoon, sail to Santorini, shaped by volcanic activity. Spend time in the town of Fira and catch the sunset. The ship leaves around 9:00 PM.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast on board), Lunch (Lunch on board), Dinner (Dinner on board)
Included Activities
- Free time to explore Heraklion
- Free time at Santorini
- Time to admire Fira and sunset
Optional Activities
- Optional tour to Oia Village
Landmarks Heraklion Santorini Fira Oia Village 
- Day 7
Piraeus to Athens
Arrive at Piraeus port in Athens early and transfer to your hotel. You'll do a food tour exploring Greek flavors and local spots in the capital. Later this evening, walk around Athens for shopping and see what the city has to offer beyond the main attractions. Dinner at the hotel.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Dinner at the hotel)
Included Activities
- Transfer from Piraeus port to hotel
- Walking Foodie Tour at Athens
Optional Activities
- Shopping and explore Athens hidden charms
- Day 8
Athens to Olympia
Head out from Athens toward the Peloponnese with a stop at the Canal of Corinth. Check out the Ancient Theatre of Epidaurus, known for its acoustics, then stop at Nafplion. Drive through Argos to Mycenae and explore the famous Palace, Lions Gate, and the Tomb of King Agamemnon. After that, travel to Olympia, where the Olympic Games began. Dinner at the hotel.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Break for breakfast on the way), Dinner
Included Activities
- Stop at Canal of Corinth
- Visit Ancient Theatre of Epidaurus
- Stop at Nafplion
- Visit Palace at Mycenae
- Visit Lions Gate at Mycenae
- Visit Tomb of King Agamemnon at Mycenae
- Drive through plain of Argos
Landmarks Canal of Corinth Ancient Theatre of Epidaurus Nafplion Mycenae Palace at Mycenae Lions Gate Tomb of King Agamemnon Olympia 
- Day 9
Olympia to Delphi
Visit the Olympia archaeological site to see the Temple of Zeus, Temple of Hera, the Olympic flame altar, the Stadium, and the museum. Then head to Delphi via Patras, crossing the Rio-Antirion bridge and passing along the coast. In the afternoon, stop at the mountain village of Arachova. Dinner at the hotel.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit Temple of Zeus at Olympia
- Visit Temple of Hera at Olympia
- Visit altar of the Olympic flame at Olympia
- Visit Stadium at Olympia
- Visit archaeological museum at Olympia
- Cross Rio to Antirion bridge
- Pass by Nafpaktos
- Visit Arachova mountain village
Landmarks Temple of Zeus Temple of Hera Olympic Stadium Patras Rio-Antirion Bridge Nafpaktos Arachova Delphi 
- Day 10
Delphi to Kalambaka
Spend time at the museum and ruins of Delphi, the ancient Pan-Hellenic site where Greeks came to honor Apollo and consult the priestess Pythia. The location is beautiful beyond its historical value. In the afternoon, drive north toward Meteora, arriving by the end of the day. Dinner at the hotel.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit Delphi museum
- Visit ruins of Delphi
Landmarks Delphi Meteora Kalambaka 
- Day 11
Meteora to Athens
Explore Meteora, the monasteries perched on mountainous rocks along the Pinios River. These active, ancient Byzantine sites date back to the 14th century and hold icons, manuscripts, mosaics, and frescoes. Later, return to Athens passing Thermopylae, site of Leonidas's battle. Dinner at the hotel.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit Meteora monasteries
- Pass by heroic monument of Leonidas of Sparta at Thermopylae
Landmarks Meteora Thermopylae Monument of Leonidas - Day 12
Athens Departure
Transfer to the airport for your flight home. Thanks for the trip. Have a good flight.
- Meals
- Breakfast
