16 days tour

Classical Greece With Idyllic Aegean 7-Night Cruise

$ 5,268 .00 USD

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Classical Greece With Idyllic Aegean 7-Night Cruise

This tour includes:

Meals

Welcome drink in Athens; full buffet breakfast daily, 6 Lunches, 11 Dinners

Flights

Intra-vacation flights included. As we have travellers from all over the world, flights before and after the tour are not included in the tour price and you need to arrange these separately by yourself once your tour is guaranteed. As we specialise in organising the best tours around the world for you, we are unable to advise on flight prices or book flights on your behalf. We recommend that you do not book your flights until your place on the tour has been confirmed. Check out the following link which is powered by Skyscanner to book your flight - https://flights.tourradar.com

Hygieneprotocol

The health and safety of our guests remains our top priority and while we highly recommend that travellers are vaccinated against COVID-19, after 1 March, 2023 , we will no longer require it. Destinations and other transportation operators โ€“ like airlines โ€“ have their own rules and regulations. It will be up to the responsibility of our guests to understand and comply with those policies to move freely across the globe. The Globus family of brands previous policy โ€“ requiring all guests be vaccinated against COVID-19 โ€“ remains in effect until 1 March, 2023 . Anyone travelling before that date on a Globus, Cosmos or Avalon Waterways holiday must be fully vaccinated. ------------------------------------------------------------------- The following requirements are in place traveling Internationally and domestically beginning Sept. 1, 2021: - Full vaccination against COVID-19 in the form of written documentation (paper or electronic copy), in English. Vaccination documentation must include information that identifies the person and vaccination date(s). Proof of full vaccination must show that official vaccination dose(s) were administered at least 14-days prior to the start of your first service purchased from the Globus family of brands. Globus accepts vaccines authorized or recognized by the World Health Organization (WHO), Centers for Disease Control (CDC), European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC). Travelers may encounter additional requirements if their vaccine is not recognized by the travel destination. - For children who do not qualify for vaccination, one of the two forms of documentation are required to travel: 1) Verifiable negative COVID-19 test result in the form of written documentation (paper or electronic copy), in English. Testing must be performed by an entity recognized by your government of residence, using a viral test (NAAT/PCR or antigen). The test result documentation must include information that identifies the person, a specimen collection date and the type of test. A negative test result must show the test was done within 72 hours before the start of your first service purchased from the Globus family of brands. 2) If you recovered from COVID-19 in the last three months, and have met the criteria to end isolation, you may travel instead with documentation of recovery, which includes a positive test result and a letter from your health care provider that states you have been cleared to end isolation (return to work, travel, etc.) The test result documentation and letter must include information that identifies the person, a specimen collection date and the type of test. A positive test result must show test was done within 3 months of the start of your first service purchased from the Globus family of brands. A SAFE & WARM WELCOME: We will enact new tour check-in procedures and pre-trip health screenings to offer guests a safe start to their journey, including adherence to social distancing requirements. BLENDING CULTURAL PROXIMITY WITH SOCIAL DISTANCE: We will ensure safe distances for our guests throughout the journey, on coach and during excursions. This includes providing masks for our guests use at any time where social proximity could be an issue as well as the possibility of reducing group sizes, if required. And wireless listening technologyโ€”including our Go Beyond Devices in Europeโ€”enables safe distances between our guests and other travelers on excursions. FOCUS ON GUEST AND TEAM MEMBER HEALTH: To ensure a healthy environment for our team and our guests, we will conduct regular temperature checks for both guests and our team, and when necessary, masks will be worn by our team when with guests. TOUCHING HEARTS, NOT HANDS: Traveling with the Globus family of brands removes many of the โ€œtouch pointsโ€ of travel, including luggage handling, check in/out, expedited entry into attractions and more. We are further reducing risk with hands-free services, including all self-services replaced by staff, including buffet meals replaced with table service. We will also ensure hand sanitizing is available throughout each trip, on coach and in hotels. COMMITMENT TO CLEAN: As a part of our commitment to clean, we are requiring enhanced cleaning procedures with our hotel partners, on our motorcoaches, vehicles and throughout every trip, including additional daily disinfecting procedures that go above-and-beyond our already strict health and safety procedures. PARTNERS IN DISCOVERY AND IN HEALTH: The Globus family of brands has strict health and safety protocols, which have been in place for years, focused on ensuring all aspects of our operationโ€”from vehicles and equipment used on trip to excursions and hotel procedures. This process will continue with new, elevated health and safety checks, to maintain our promise that each touch-point of our tours and cruises are considered in our commitment to guest and team member well-being.

Others

ATHENS - Welcome drink; guided sightseeing, visit the Acropolis CORINTH - Guided visit MYCENAE - Guided visit of the excavations and museum EPIDAURUS - Guided visit of the 2,300-year-old open-air theater OLYMPIA - Guided visit of the archaeological site and the museum; Globus Local Favorite learn how to make the traditional Greek tzatziki appetizer DELPHI - Guided visit of the excavations, visit the Archaeological Museum; Globus Local Favorite learn to dance the sirtaki and have a glass of Ouzo METEORA AREA - Guided visit of the Varlaam and St. Stephenโ€™s Monasteries THERMOPYLAE - Guided visit CRUISING - Seven-night cruise to Athens, Mykonos, Milos, Santorini, Heraklion, Kusadasi (Turkey)

Transport

4-wheel-drive safari vehicle, between destinations and for game drives, with pop-up roof for easy game viewing and photography. We limit each vehicle to a maximum of six people, ensuring youโ€™ll always have a window seat. Intra-vacation flights. Celestyal Olympia.

Guide

Experienced English-speaking driver and guide throughout tour. You will also have the services of the Captain and Crew onboard the Celestyal Olympia.

Accommodation

4 nights in twin-share rooms at the Zafolia. 1 night in a twin-share room at the Amalia Nauplia. 1 night in a twin-share room at the Europa. 1 night in a twin-share room at the Amalia Delphi. 1 night in a twin-share room at the Amalia Kalambaka. 7 nights in twin-share inside cabins onboard the Celestyal Olympia. ยญ For more information on the Celestyal Olympia please see "transport" section below. ยญ Triple-share rooms and accommodation upgrades are available on request. Please be aware that all accommodations are subject to change until 4-6 weeks before the departure date. Final accommodation details will be provided to you with your finalised travel documents.

Not included:

Others

Arrival and departure transfers (Available on request). Tipping. Other meals, snacks and drinks. Pre and post tour accommodation. Single supplement (Mandatory) - Can be purchased on the โ€˜Book Nowโ€™ page. Accommodation upgrades (Available on request).

Optional

Optional experiences are available on this tour for an additional cost and will be provided to you with your finalised travel documents.

Insurance

Insurance is not included. Travel insurance is required for this tour. Please make sure you are adequately covered. If you require travel insurance, TourRadar has partnered up with World Nomads to provide a hassle-free experience. More information can be found here (http://www.tourradar.com/travel-insurance).

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Itinerary of your trip Classical Greece With Idyllic Aegean 7-Night Cruise

  • Day 1 Day 1: Arrive In
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Arrive In

      ATHENS, GREECE Welcome to Athens! At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and traveling companions for a welcome drink.

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  • Day 2 Day 2: Athens
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: Athens

      Marvels & Myths ATHENS Guided sightseeing includes a visit to the Acropolis and a stop at the Panathenaic Stadium. Free time this afternoon and evening. (B)

      TOUR HIGHLIGHT
      HISTORIC SPOTS Explore the heart of Ancient Greece, in the historic empire where 5th-century BC landmarks, including the Acropolis, never fail to amaze! See the Panathenaic Stadium, one of the venues of the first modern Olympic Games.


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  • Day 3 Day 3: Athensโ€“Corinthโ€“Mycenaeโ€“Epidaurusโ€“Nauplia
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Athensโ€“Corinthโ€“Mycenaeโ€“Epidaurusโ€“Nauplia

      Greek History & Heroes CORINTH Cross the canal and visit ancient Corinth.
      MYCENAE Free time for lunch. Guided visit of the excavations and museum.
      EPIDAURUS Guided visit to the 2,300-year-old open-air auditorium before continuing to Nauplia. (B,D)
      132 mi / 212 km

      TOUR HIGHLIGHT
      CULTURAL GEM The outdoor auditorium of Epidaurus combines perfect mathematic proportion with excellent acoustics. This fascinating archaeological treasure was used for the healing of patients from all over Greece and was dedicated to Asklepios, the god of healing.


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  • Day 4 Day 4: Naupliaโ€“Olympia
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4: Naupliaโ€“Olympia

      Ruins & Recipes Take a scenic drive through the Arkadian Mountains.
      OLYMPIA Join a guided visit to the archaeological site and the museum. Attend a cooking demonstration this evening to learn how to make traditional Greek tzatziki. (B,D)
      112 mi / 181 km

      LOCAL FAVORITE
      LOCAL TASTES Dip into the delicious tradition of Greek tzatziki โ€“ a mix of yogurt, cucumbers, garlic, salt, olive oil, vinegar, lemon juice, and herbs such as dill, mint, parsley, and thyme. Learn how to make this quintessential recipe loved the world over.


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  • Day 5 Day 5: Olympiaโ€“Patrasโ€“Delphi
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 5: Olympiaโ€“Patrasโ€“Delphi

      Digs & Dances Drive by the busy seaport of Patras.
      DELPHI Join a guided visit to the excavations and Archaeological Museum. This evening, learn how to dance the sirtaki while sipping a glass of ouzo. (B,D)
      149 mi / 239 km

      LOCAL FAVORITE
      CULTURE & TRADITION Dance in the steps of Zorba the Greek to learn the sirtaki. This passionate and dramatic dance goes very well with a glass of ouzo, the anice-infused drink the locals are so fond of.



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  • Day 6 Day 6: Delphiโ€“Meteora Area
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 6: Delphiโ€“Meteora Area

      Monasteries in Magical Greece Drive past Lamia and Trikala en route to Kalambaka.
      METEORA Guided visit of the Varlaam and St. Stephenโ€™s Monasteries. (B,D)
      155 mi / 249 km

      TOUR HIGHLIGHT
      SACRED SITES Perched atop soaring huge cliffs are the monasteries of Meteora, of which six are still active. Visit the beautiful monasteries of Varlaam and St. Stephenโ€™s to marvel at this serenely mystical landscape with breathtaking views from above. Long revered for the perfect monastic retreat from the world outside, Meteoraโ€™s spectacular array of massive sandstone cliffs create a surreal setting unlike any other.


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  • Day 7 Day 7: Meteora Areaโ€“Thermopylaeโ€“Athens
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 7: Meteora Areaโ€“Thermopylaeโ€“Athens

      Grecian Battles & Beauty THERMOPYLAE Stop at the battle site.
      ATHENS Free time late afternoon and evening. (B)
      236 mi / 380 km

      TOUR HIGHLIGHT
      LEGENDARY LIVES The story of the Battle of Thermopylae is hard to beat for drama. You may recognize this tale of the heroic, yet doomed Spartans of 480 BC fighting against the Persian army, which is dramatized in the film โ€œ300.โ€ Their brave battle endures as a valiant symbol of bravery and sacrifice for a patriotic cause.


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  • Day 8 Day 8: Athens (Embarkation)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 8: Athens (Embarkation)

      Beyond the Shore ATHENS Embark on your Greek Islands cruise. (B,D)

      TOUR HIGHLIGHT
      PICTURE PERFECT Set sail from Athens for a captivating course on the blue Aegean Sea to explore the exquisite beauty of the Greek Islands and Turkey. Marvel at the beauty of the island of Mykonos, also known as the island of the winds, revel in the unspoiled panoramas of Patmos, the magic of medieval Rhodes, Minoan Crete, and serene Santoriniโ€”with a special stop on the Turkish coast to see the amazingly preserved Greek, Roman, and Byzantine excavations of Ephesus.


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  • Day 9 Day 9: Cruising: Thessaloniki
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 9: Cruising: Thessaloniki

      Island Life & Times THESSALONIKI Free time to explore. (B,L,D)

      ENHANCED FREE TIME
      EXPLORE MORE in the Greek port city of Thessaloniki on the Aegean Sea. Youโ€™ll find remnants of fascinating Roman, Byzantine and Ottoman history in this cultural capital of Greece. Dine on delicious Greek specialties and wander the lively streets, or simply stretch out on the shore to take it all in.


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  • Day 10 Day 10: Cruising: Kusadasi, Turkey
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 10: Cruising: Kusadasi, Turkey

      Turkish Treasures KUSADASI Visit the excavations of Ephesus. (B,L,D)

      TOUR HIGHLIGHT
      HISTORIC SPOT Pull into port in Turkey to explore the fascinating Greek, Roman, and Byzantine excavations of Ephesus - one of the best-preserved ancient cities in the world โ€“ with the historic ruins of the Library of Celsus, the Basilica of St. John, and the Temple of Artemis.


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  • Day 11 Day 11: Cruising: Heraklion, Crete
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 11: Cruising: Heraklion, Crete

      Greek Mythology & Marvels HERAKLION Visit the Minoan Palace of Knossos. (B,L,D)

      TOUR HIGHLIGHT
      MYTHS & LEGENDS Marvel at the architecture of the Palace of Knossos in Creteโ€™s city of Heraklion. Here, youโ€™ll envision epic tales of Greek mythology- the Labyrinth, the Minotaur half-man/half-beast, and the legends of Daedalus and Icarus.


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  • Day 12 Day 12: Cruising: Santorini, Greece
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 12: Cruising: Santorini, Greece

      Sun, Sand & Sea SANTORINI Free time (weather permitting). (B,L,D)

      TOUR HIGHLIGHT
      PICTURE PERFECT With its postcard-like scenery, the lofty volcanic footprint of Santoriniโ€™s Oia caldera landscape embodies the essence of the Cyclades Islands. Spend free time amid azure seas and white and blue houses that line the maze of alleyways.


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  • Day 13 Day 13: Cruising:
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 13: Cruising:

      MYKONOS Mediterranean Magic MYKONOS Enjoy free time in Mykonos. (B,L,D)

      TOUR HIGHLIGHT
      CULTURAL GEMS Your dreams of the Greek Islands come true with free time in Mykonos. This Aegean paradise of pristine waters and beaches, mixed with a lively nightlife scene is only made brighter by the iconic 16th-century windmills that dot the hillside above.


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  • Day 14 Day 14: Milos
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 14: Milos

      Goddess of Love MILOS Enjoy free time to explore. (B,L,D)

      TOUR HIGHLIGHT
      NATURAL WONDERS Like love, Milos is both beautiful and dramatic in nature, with its enticing beaches and volcanic terrain. Here, an iconic statue was found hundreds of years ago โ€“ known as the famous Venus de Milo โ€“ a tribute to the Greek goddess Aphrodite.


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  • Day 15 Day 15: Athens (Disembarkation)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 15: Athens (Disembarkation)

      Amazing Athens ATHENS Disembark From your ship for a free day in Athens. (B)

      ENHANCED FREE TIME
      EXPLORE MORE There are countless ways to enjoy free time in the birthplace of democracy, arts, science, and the philosophy of western civilization! Explore the urban landscapes and lively restaurants in this historic capital and enjoy the sunny slopes of this iconic city. Stroll in the shadow of the Acropolis in the village atmosphere of Plaka. Walk along the narrow cobblestone streets to browse jewelry stores and ceramics shops, then linger in a sidewalk cafรฉ or taverna to celebrate your Greek adventure.


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  • Day 16 Day 16: Athens
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 16: Athens

      Safe travels until we meet again! Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (B)

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Basic

Almost everyone is fit for these activities. Every hike or physical exercise last less than 30 minutes, such as paragliding and horseback riding. Please ask about specific conditions.

Age range

Age range

Min: 5 / Max: 80

Age range allowed for this experience.

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