Overview
This journey begins in Athens with time to explore the city before boarding a scenic Mediterranean cruise. The cruise includes visits to the glamorous island of Mykonos, the Turkish port of Kusadasi with an excursion to ancient Ephesus, the spiritual island of Patmos, and the historic city of Heraklion in Crete. You’ll also experience the iconic beauty of Santorini before returning to Athens for a city tour ending at the Acropolis.
The adventure continues north through coastal towns and historic landscapes, including Kamena Vourla and the legendary Thermopylae Pass. In Meteora, you’ll discover breathtaking monasteries perched on giant rock formations. The tour also includes a visit to Delphi’s renowned archaeological site and the Byzantine Monastery of Hosios Loukas. The journey concludes back in Athens with memorable highlights of Greece’s history, culture, and natural beauty.
Highlights
- Aegean Cruise Experience: Explore Mykonos, Patmos, Heraklion (Crete), and the iconic island of Santorini, with a special excursion to ancient Ephesus in Kusadasi.
- Athens City Tour: Discover key historic sites, ending at the legendary Acropolis.
- Meteora Monasteries: Visit one of the stunning clifftop monasteries in this UNESCO World Heritage landscape.
- Delphi Archaeological Site: Explore one of Greece’s most important ancient sanctuaries and oracles (admission included).
- Monastery of Hosios Loukas: Experience one of Greece’s finest Byzantine masterpieces, also a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
