Greek island sojourn
Description
Athens - the city with the most glorious history in the world, a city worshipped by gods and people, a magical city!
If you are a "beginner" with limited time, combine the Athens classic and the islands classics!
Itinerary
( 6 days )Your tour’s schedule in detail:
Arrive in Athens
Upon arrival in Athens, you will be met and transferred to your hotel, where you will spend the next two nights.
Balance of the day is at leisure.
Athens Sightseeing Tour [duration approx. 4.5hours] &
Cape Sounion/Athens [duration approx. 4 hours]
Morning sightseeing tour of Athens, including a visit to the awesome Acropolis, Parthenon, Erechtheum, and Acropolis Museum Drive past the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, Royal Palace, Panathenian Olympic Stadium, Temple of Zeus, and lots more.
Take a couple of hours break from you Sightseeing to wander around the Plaka. It is the oldest district in Athens (it is also mentioned as "Gods' district") with outstanding scenery. The moment you start walking on its paved narrow lanes you get the feeling that you travel back in time. In the early afternoon, you will drive down the coast to Cape Sounion dominated by the spectacular Temple of Poseidon. Return to Athens in the early evening.
In the early afternoon, you will drive down the coast to Cape Sounion dominated by the spectacular Temple of Poseidon. Return to Athens in the early evening.
For dinner, visit Lycavittos hill or one of the numerous roof top restaurants to enjoy the magnificent night view to the Acropolis.
Embark your cruise
Mid morning transfer to the port for embarkation on your cruise ship
Friday [Mykonos]
| PORTS | ARR. | DEPT. |
|---|---|---|
| ATHENS [Lavrion] Greece | – | 13:00 |
| MYKONOS, Greece | 18:00 | 23:00 |
Saturday [Kusadasi & Patmos]
| PORTS | ARR. | DEPT. |
|---|---|---|
| KUSADASI (Ephesus), Turkey | 07.00 | 13:00 |
| PATMOS, Greece | 16:30 | 21:30 |
Sunday [Heraklion & Santorini]
| PORTS | ARR. | DEPT. |
|---|---|---|
| CRETE (HERAKLION), Greece | 07.00 | 12.00 |
| SANTORINI*, Greece | 16.30 | 21:30 |
*Tendering, weather permitting
Monday [end of cruise] - Departure
| PORTS | ARR. | DEPT. |
|---|---|---|
| ATHENS [Lavrion] Greece | 06.00 | - |
Early morning arrival - Disembarkation and transfer to the Athens center or the Athens airport.
[ we suggest and extra overnight in Athens. If not possible, then book flights departing after 12 noon]
Departure / Return location
ATHENS
Departure days :
Every Wednesday
From March 16 to October 26 2022
From March 29 to October 25, 2023
Special winter sailings without visiting Heraklion :
November 02,09, 16 & 23, 2022
March 15 & 22 - November 01,09,15 & 22, 2023
Wear
Casual dressing.
Most sites in Greece involve extended walking and/or slippery surfaces.
Therefore we strongly suggest wearing comfortable sturdy shoes.
Sunscreen, hat and water are also good “travel companions”.
Difficulty
Due to extend walking and slippery surfaces please inform us if you have walking disabilities or using a wheelchair before booking this tour.
Notes : All prices are per-person, based on a double occupancy of the stateroom and are quoted in Euro. All Inclusive fares include accommodation on board in the booked category, on-board dining as well as a choice of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages (All-Inclusive Classic Drinks), Specific Complimentary Shore Excursions, all port and service charges and entertainment program on board. Port and service charges are included in the cruise rate. Celestyal Cruises reserves the right to correct any incorrect information due to a human error, typographical error or technical error. The general terms and conditions of Celestyal Cruises apply.
Included
- Private arrival transfer from the Athens airport or Piraeus port.
- 2 nights’ accommodation at the hotel of your choice including breakfast daily and all taxes except the accommodation tax.
- Shared: Athens Sightseeing tour, Cape Sounion
- English Speaking Qualified Guide.
- Entrance Fees to the sites visited.
- 24hrs Assistance phone number.
- All Taxes
During the cruise
- All-Inclusive Classic Drinks
- Complimentary Onboard Dining
- Excursion - Ancient Ephesus
- Excursion - Minoan Palace of Knossos, Crete
- Onboard Entertainment
- Onboard Gratuities
- Shuttle Bus - Mykonos Old Town
Not Included
- Travel Insurance
- Tips
- Accommodation tax
- Anything not clearly stated above as included
During the cruise
- Gaming at the Casinos
- Internet and Telephone Use
- Laundry Services
- Locker Rental and/or Safety Deposit Box Rental
- The Celestyal Cruises Souvenir DVD
- Medical Expenses
- Professional Photography
- Purchases in Our Shops
- Room Service d
- Salon Products and Services
- Spa Products and Services
- Travel insurance
Highlights
- Acropolis
- Acropolis museum
- Cape Sounion
- Temple of Poseidon
- Mykonos
- Heraklion
- Santorini
- Kusadasi