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Classical Greece

8 days
Start and end in Athens
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Sailing
Catch the wind and set sail for new horizons
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 30 - 182
Ages 12+
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Athens (Piraeus)

    Meals
    Dinner (Welcome and Farewell Reception & Dinner)
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  2. Day 2

    Delos - Mykonos

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Delos - Explore the sacred island, birthplace of Apollo and Artemis, with extensive ancient sanctuaries and remnants of prosperous civilizations (2.5 hours, Moderate activity level)

    Optional Activities

    • Mykonos Town & Mosaic Art Experience - Immersive mosaic workshop led by local artist Irene Syrianou in Cine Manto garden, learning hand-cut tile work and mosaic history, followed by walking tour of Mykonos Town (3.5 hours, Moderate activity level, extra expense, must be pre-booked)
    Landmarks
    Delos
    Mykonos Town
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  3. Day 3

    Bodrum

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Optional Activities

    • Turkish cooking class - Learn to prepare traditional dishes with local culinary experts, participate or observe while sipping wine, and take home written recipes (5 hours, Easy activity level, extra expense)
    • Knights' Castle and Mausoleum of Halicarnassus - Explore the Mausoleum of Halicarnassus (one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World), visit the medieval Castle of Bodrum with its Sunken Boat Museum, and enjoy leisure time in Bodrum's town centre (4 hours, Moderate activity level, extra expense)
    Landmarks
    Bodrum Castle
    Mausoleum of Halicarnassus
  4. Day 4

    Rhodes

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Optional Activities

    • Guided tour of Lindos - Ascend to the Acropolis on foot and explore ancient civilizations, surrounded by charming whitewashed houses and narrow streets (4.5 hours, Moderate activity level, extra expense)
    • Walking tour of Medieval Rhodes and the Grand Masters Palace - Explore the 14th-century Palace of the Grand Masters fortress and wander through Knight's Street and the medieval old town's cobbled streets and heritage sites (3 hours, Moderate activity level, extra expense)
    Landmarks
    Acropolis of Lindos
    Palace of the Grand Masters
    Rhodes Old Town
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  5. Day 5

    Santorini

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner

    Optional Activities

    • Akrotiri, Oia and winery visit - Explore the prehistoric city of Akrotiri (the 'Greek Pompeii'), enjoy a wine-tasting experience at a famous winery overlooking the Santorini caldera, and visit the charming village of Oia with its iconic whitewashed houses before returning to Thira, the island's capital (5.5 hours, Moderate activity level, extra expense)
    Landmarks
    Akrotiri
    Oia
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  6. Day 6

    Chania

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Local folklore performance on board - Experience Cretan heart and soul through a captivating onboard performance with four talented dancers in traditional attire performing authentic dances representing vibrant Greek folk traditions accompanied by live music (1 hour)

    Optional Activities

    • Walking Tour of Chania with Cretan Olive Oil Tasting - Learn about olive cultivation and harvesting, discover quality standards for extra virgin olive oil, enjoy guided tasting of four distinct olive oils served by the glass, then journey through Chania's charming Venetian Harbour with its 15th-century lighthouse, exploring the Old Town's narrow streets and bustling marketplace filled with herbs, honey, and traditional products (3.75 hours, Moderate activity level, extra expense)
    • Guided visit of Chania and Botanical Gardens - Explore Chania's Old Town with its diverse architectural influences, stroll through the lively marketplace, then continue to the tranquil Botanical Park with winding paths through fruit trees, native herbs, and aromatic plants offering a sensory journey into Crete's diverse flora (4.25 hours, Moderate activity level, extra expense)
    Landmarks
    Chania Venetian Harbor
    Chania Old Town
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  7. Day 7

    Hydra

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Discover the Island's Wild Beauty - Guided hiking tour along tranquil trails revealing breathtaking viewpoints, rugged coastlines, and centuries-old stories, adjustable to group's pace, with energy bars and water provided (3 hours, Moderate activity level)

    Optional Activities

    • A stroll through Hydra - Explore Hydra's seafaring heritage from its 18th-century maritime powerhouse days, wander through charming harbor and cobbled alleys blending history with island beauty, visit the Hydra Museum with naval artifacts and exhibits, see the elegant Church of the Virgin Mary with its Venetian bell tower and dome, and enjoy a relaxed stop at a traditional taverna savoring authentic Greek meze and ouzo (2.5 hours, Easy to Moderate activity level)
    Landmarks
    Hydra Port
    Hydra Museum
    Church of the Virgin Mary
  8. Day 8

    Athens (Piraeus)

    Meals
    Breakfast
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