Itinerary
- Day 1
Arrival in Limassol
Landmarks Limassol - Day 2
At Sea to Rhodes
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Landmarks Rhodes 
- Day 3
Rhodes
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Guided tour of Lindos - Immerse yourself in the allure of Lindos as you ascend to the Acropolis on foot. At the summit, explore the remnants of ancient civilizations and charming whitewashed houses. Activity Level: Moderate, Duration: 4.5 hours (additional cost)
- Walking tour of Medieval Rhodes and the Grand Masters Palace - Explore the awe-inspiring Palace of the Grand Masters (14th century fortress), follow Knight's Street, and wander through the medieval Old Town. UNESCO World Heritage Site. Activity Level: Moderate, Duration: 3 hours (additional cost)
Landmarks Palace of the Grand Masters Old Town of Rhodes Lindos Acropolis Knight's Street - Day 4
Nisyros to Kos
Optional Activities
- Volcanic Wonders and Cliffside Monasteries guided tour - scenic drive through traditional villages, visit Volcanic Caldera, Monastery of Panagia Spiliani with views over Aegean Sea, walking tour of Mandraki village (Active, 4 hours)
- Walking tour of Kos - explore ancient city ruins, classical temples, medieval Castle of the Knights, mosques, Byzantine churches, visit Tree of Hippocrates, refreshment at local café, free time in Kos Town (Moderate, 4 hours)
Landmarks Volcano of Nisyros Monastery of Panagia Spiliani Mandraki Castle of the Knights Tree of Hippocrates 
- Day 5
Bodrum
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Turkish cooking class - Discover the art of Turkish cooking with local culinary experts. Choose to observe or actively participate in preparing traditional dishes while sipping wine. Take home written recipes to recreate the dishes. Activity Level: Easy, Duration: 5 hours (additional cost)
- Knights' Castle and Mausoleum of Halicarnassus - Explore the Mausoleum of Halicarnassus (one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World) built by Artemisia II for King Mausolus. Visit the Castle of Bodrum (medieval fortress built from mausoleum stones), explore historic walls and exhibits including the Sunken Boat Museum with maritime artifacts. Free time in Bodrum's charming centre. Activity Level: Moderate, Duration: 4 hours (additional cost)
Landmarks Mausoleum of Halicarnassus Castle of Bodrum Sunken Boat Museum - Day 6
Kusadasi
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Early dinner on board before evening concert)
Optional Activities
- Guided tour of Ephesus - Embark on an extraordinary excursion to the legendary City of Ephesus, a treasure trove of ancient wonders. Immerse yourself in Ephesus culture at a local cooperative. Witness a captivating folklore show performed by folk-dance students and indulge in local delicacies prepared with fresh, locally sourced ingredients. Activity Level: Moderate, Duration: 5.5 hours (additional cost)
- Priene, Miletus and Didyma - Explore the captivating ancient cities of Priene (one of the first cities with a grid system), Miletus (once a thriving metropolis on trade routes), and Didyma. Includes a 45-minute drive to Miletus. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant with panoramic views of the Temple of Apollo. Marvel at this sacred site's awe-inspiring scale. Activity Level: Strenuous, Duration: 6.5 hours (additional cost)
- Evening Concert at the Odeon in Ephesus - After an early dinner on board, travel by coach to Ephesus for a private classical music chamber orchestra performance under the stars among the ancient ruins. A once-in-a-lifetime cultural experience. Event duration: 2.5 hours (included - EmeraldPLUS)
Landmarks Ephesus Temple of Artemis Priene Miletus Temple of Apollo in Didyma Odeon in Ephesus - Day 7
Patmos
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Chora, Monastery of Saint John the Theologian and the Cave of the Apocalypse - Visit the sacred Cave of the Apocalypse where the Book of Revelation was conceived. Drive to Chora, the island's capital and home to the 11th-century Monastery of Saint John the Theologian. Stroll through Chora's winding cobbled streets and explore the interior of a traditional Patmian home at the house of Simandiris. Activity Level: Strenuous, Duration: 3.5 hours
- Downhill hike - Scenic drive to Chora hilltop village with white houses and striking Monastery of Saint John the Theologian views. Step inside the Monastery (thick walls, battlements, eight chapels). Stroll through Old Town's narrow streets and delightful squares. Visit the Cave of the Apocalypse. Activity Level: Strenuous, Duration: 3 hours
Landmarks Monastery of Saint John the Theologian Cave of the Apocalypse Chora - Day 8
Delos to Mykonos
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Delos - explore sacred island and UNESCO World Heritage Site, birthplace of Greek gods Apollo and Artemis, discover ancient sanctuaries and prosperous civilizations (Moderate, 2.3 hours)
Optional Activities
- Mykonos Town & Mosaic Art Experience - immersive mosaic workshop with local artist Irene Syrianou in Cine Manto garden, learn to hand-cut and shape tiles, explore history of mosaics from ancient Greece to modern sustainability, relaxed walk through town with free time (Moderate, 3.5 hours)
Landmarks Delos Temple of Apollo Mykonos Town Windmills of Mykonos Cine Manto 
- Day 9
Spetses
Optional Activities
- A Stroll through Spetses guided walking tour - explore elegant alleys and historic mansions, learn about island's pivotal role in 1821 War of Independence, discover cobblestone streets, refined neoclassical architecture, and maritime heritage (Moderate, 1.5 hours)
Landmarks Bouboulina Museum Spetses Town - Day 10
Nafplio
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
Optional Activities
- Tour to Mycenae with wine tasting - Journey through time to the legendary Citadel of Mycenae (UNESCO World Heritage Site). Walk through the iconic Lion Gate and explore ancient ruins believed to be the home of King Agamemnon. Marvel at Cyclopean walls, the Beehive Tomb, and remnants of a mighty civilization. Travel to Domaine Skouras winery for a tour of the barrel cellar and guided tasting of five exquisite local wines paired with traditional snacks. Activity Level: Moderate, Duration: 4.5 hours (additional cost)
- Ancient Corinth and Canal view - Visit Ancient Corinth on a guided walking tour exploring the Temple of Apollo, ruins of the Marketplace, and the platform where Saint Paul preached. Stroll along the ancient Lechaion Road and witness the Fountain of Priene. Enjoy an impressive photo stop at the Corinth Canal (engineering marvel connecting Ionian and Aegean seas, completed in 1893). Activity Level: Moderate, Duration: 4 hours (additional cost)
Landmarks Palamidi Fortress Citadel of Mycenae Lion Gate Beehive Tomb Domaine Skouras Temple of Apollo Lechaion Road Fountain of Priene Corinth Canal - Day 11
Athens
- Meals
- Breakfast
Landmarks Athens 
