Itinerary
- Day 1
Athens
Your flight lands in Athens before 2:00 PM, and you'll head straight to the port to board the Emerald Cruises yacht. After settling into your cabin, the ship departs at 7:00 PM. You have time to grab dinner on board and get familiar with the ship before sailing out into the Aegean.
- Day 2
Delos - Mykonos
The morning takes you to Delos, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the mythological home of Apollo and Artemis. You'll join a guided tour through sanctuaries and ancient ruins scattered across the island, learning about its religious and cultural significance. Later in the afternoon, the ship sails to Mykonos where you can walk through whitewashed buildings, check out the blue doors, and see the historic windmills that overlook the town.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Delos (2.5 hours, moderate activity level)
Optional Activities
- Island tour of Mykonos, Ano Mera Monastery and wine tasting experience (4 hours, moderate activity level, must be pre-booked, extra expense)
- Explore Mykonos Town on own
Landmarks/POIs Delos Monastery of Panagia Tourliani 
- Day 3
Bodrum
You arrive in Bodrum on Turkey's southwest coast, known for its turquoise waters and white sandy beaches. The main attraction is Bodrum Castle, built by the Knights of St. John in the 15th century back when it served military purposes. Inside, the Museum of Underwater Archaeology displays artifacts recovered from shipwrecks found in the surrounding waters, giving you a sense of the region's maritime history.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Turkish cooking class (5 hours, easy activity level, extra expense)
- Knights' Castle and Mausoleum of Halicarnassus tour (4 hours, moderate activity level, extra expense, includes Sunken Boat Museum and leisure time in Bodrum centre)
Landmarks/POIs Bodrum Castle Museum of Underwater Archaeology Mausoleum of Halicarnassus - Day 4
Rhodes
Rhodes offers plenty of historical sites to explore during your day here. Head to the ancient Acropolis of Lindos perched high on a hilltop, then make your way to the Palace of the Grand Masters in Rhodes Town. The medieval Old Town is a UNESCO World Heritage Site with narrow streets and old fortifications. Between sightseeing, you'll find sandy beaches with clear water and green hills inland if you want to relax by the shore.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Guided tour of Lindos (4.5 hours, moderate activity level, extra expense, includes ascent to Acropolis)
- Walking tour of Medieval Rhodes and the Grand Masters Palace (3 hours, moderate activity level, extra expense, includes Knight's Street and old town exploration)
Landmarks/POIs Acropolis of Lindos Palace of the Grand Master Medieval Old Town of Rhodes 
- Day 5
Santorini
Santorini comes into view with its iconic whitewashed buildings and churches clustered on steep cliffs above the sea. The island has traditional villages with domed rooftops built into the hillside, creating those views it's known for. You'll likely have time to walk around the caldera edge or visit a village. If you're here in the evening, you can experience the sunset that draws people from around the world to this volcanic island.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Akrotiri, Oia and winery visit (5.5 hours, moderate activity level, extra expense, includes prehistoric Akrotiri ruins, wine tasting overlooking Santorini caldera, and charming village of Oia)
Landmarks/POIs Akrotiri Oia Thira 
- Day 6
Chania
Chania on Crete's northwest coast has a Venetian harbor where you can stroll along the waterfront and explore narrow winding streets. The town blends Venetian, Ottoman, and Greek architecture throughout its buildings and squares. You can walk through different neighborhoods, relax on nearby beaches, or visit historical sites and museums that tell the story of the island's varied past under different rulers.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Local folklore performance on board (1 hour, includes four talented dancers in traditional attire performing authentic Greek dances)
Optional Activities
- Taste and tradition: organic olive oil tasting (2.5 hours, moderate activity level, extra expense, includes visit to local estate, guided tasting of four distinct olive oils)
- Guided visit of Chania and Botanical Gardens (4.15 hours, moderate activity level, extra expense, includes Old Town exploration, marketplace, and Botanical Park)
Landmarks/POIs Venetian Harbor of Chania Botanical Park of Chania 
- Day 7
Hydra
Hydra is car-free, so the main town feels peaceful and walkable with cobblestone streets and traditional whitewashed buildings covered in bougainvillea. The island has rugged terrain and clear turquoise water, making it good for exploring on foot or swimming. The lack of motor vehicles gives it a different feel from more developed islands, and you'll find the atmosphere quieter and more relaxed as you wander around.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Discover the Island's Wild Beauty guided hiking tour (3 hours, moderate activity level, includes scenic trails, hidden gems, breathtaking viewpoints, energy bars and water provided)
Landmarks/POIs Hydra - Day 8
Athens
Your cruise comes to an end as you return to Athens. You'll disembark and arrange a transfer to the airport for your flight home or for any additional travel you have planned after the cruise. Make sure to check your departure time and allow enough time to get to the airport comfortably.
- Meals
- Breakfast
