Itinerary
- Day 1
Athens
Your flight lands at Athens airport and you'll be met for a transfer to your hotel. After you arrive, the rest of the day is free to settle in and walk around at your own pace. Take it easy and get oriented to the city before things pick up tomorrow.
- Day 2
Athens
Today's a guided tour covering Athens' main spots. You'll start at Hadrian's Arch and the Panathenaic Stadium, then head to Constitution Square to see the Evzones guards at the Greek Parliament. From there, the tour takes you through neoclassical buildings like the University, Library, and Academy before moving on to the Acropolis and Parthenon. After lunch, the afternoon is free and you can wander through the historic center around Monastiraki, Plaka, and Thissio on your own.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- City tour of Athens with Spanish-speaking licensed guide
- Visit to Hadrian's Arch
- Visit to Panathenaic Stadium
- Visit to Constitution Square and see the Evzones guard changing ceremony
- Panoramic tour of neoclassical buildings including University, Library, and Academy
- Visit to the Acropolis and Parthenon with entrance fee
- Visit to the Erechtheion
Optional Activities
- Shopping in the historic center
- Dining at restaurants in Monastiraki, Plaka, or Thissio
Landmarks/POIs Hadrian's Arch Panathenaic Stadium Constitution Square Greek Parliament Tomb of the Unknown Soldier National Library of Greece Academy of Athens Acropolis Parthenon Erechtheion Monastiraki Plaka Thissio - Day 3
Athens to Mykonos
Grab breakfast at your hotel, then you'll transfer to Piraeus port to board your cruise ship. Your first stop is Mykonos, where you can walk the cobblestone streets of the main town, do some shopping, or relax on the beaches. The island has a lively nightlife scene if you're interested. Your ship doesn't leave until late at night, so you have most of the day to explore.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Transfer from hotel to Piraeus port
- Cruise embarkation
- Visit to Mykonos with free time to explore
Optional Activities
- Shopping in Mykonos
- Beach activities in Mykonos
- Dining and nightlife experiences in Mykonos
Landmarks/POIs Mykonos - Day 4
Patmos
Two ports today. In Kusadasi, Turkey, you can choose to visit the ancient ruins of Ephesus and the House of the Virgin Mary, or skip the tour and spend time on the beaches with views of the Aegean Sea. After lunch, the ship heads to Patmos, where you can check out the Monastery of Saint John or the Cave of the Apocalypse, both connected to the Book of Revelation. This island has a very different feel from where you started.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Visit to ancient ruins of Ephesus in Kusadasi
- Visit to House of the Virgin Mary in Kusadasi
- Beach and coastal activities in Kusadasi
- Visit to Monastery of Saint John in Patmos
- Visit to Cave of the Apocalypse in Patmos
Landmarks/POIs Ephesus House of the Virgin Mary Kusadasi Patmos Monastery of Saint John Cave of the Apocalypse - Day 5
Rhodes
You'll arrive at Rhodes, the largest of the Dodecanese islands. Spend your time in the Old Town, which sits inside medieval Venetian castle walls built back in the 14th century by the Knights of Saint John. It's a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the best-preserved medieval towns in the region. Walk around the charming streets and check out the local markets while you're there.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit to Rhodes Old Town
- Exploration of Venetian castle walls and medieval architecture
Optional Activities
- Shopping in local markets of Rhodes Old Town
- Dining and leisure activities in Rhodes
Landmarks/POIs Rhodes Old Town Citadel of Rhodes - Day 6
Patmos
The ship reaches Kusadasi around 6:00 AM. You can join an optional tour to see the ancient ruins of Ephesus, including the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders. By noon the ship leaves for Patmos, pulling in around 4:00 PM. You can visit Scala, the main port town, or take an optional excursion to the Monastery of Saint John and Cave of the Apocalypse. The ship sets sail again around 8:00 PM for an overnight journey.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Optional excursion to ancient ruins of Ephesus and Temple of Artemis
- Visit to Scala port in Patmos
- Optional excursion to Monastery of Saint John and Cave of the Apocalypse in Patmos
Landmarks/POIs Ephesus Temple of Artemis Scala Monastery of Saint John Cave of the Apocalypse - Day 7
Piraeus
The cruise arrives back at Piraeus port in the early morning. You'll disembark and then transfer to Athens Airport. Just note that your flight isn't included, so you'll need to arrange that separately.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Disembarkation from cruise ship
- Transfer to Athens Airport
Landmarks/POIs Port of Piraeus
