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Aegean Explorer Istanbul to Athens (2025)

8 days
From Istanbul to Athens
4.1
26 traveler reviews

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Sailing
Catch the wind and set sail for new horizons
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 1 - 200
Ages 8+
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Arrival in Istanbul

    You'll fly from the UK to Istanbul and board your cruise ship once you arrive. This evening, there's a Welcome Reception where you'll meet the Cruise Director and get to know your fellow passengers.

    Accommodation
    Hotel (MS Caledonian Sky)
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  2. Day 2

    Gallipoli Peninsula

    The ship docks in Canakkale, and from there you'll travel to the Gallipoli Peninsula to learn about the Anzac history. You'll see trenches and memorials from the First World War, including Anzac Cove, the Australian Memorial at Lone Pine, and the New Zealand Memorial at Chunuk Bair. Back on the ship, there's a Gala Welcome Dinner this evening.

    Meals
    Dinner (Gala Welcome Dinner)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Gallipoli Peninsula
    • Explore trenches and First World War memorials
    • Visit Anzac Cove
    • Visit Australian Memorial at Lone Pine
    • Visit New Zealand Memorial at Chunuk Bair
    Landmarks
    Anzac Cove
    Lone Pine Memorial
    Chunuk Bair
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  3. Day 3

    Mytilene, Lesbos

    Today you have a leisure day in Mytilene, the capital of Lesbos. You can wander around the charming town on your own or sign up for a guided tour that takes you through 19th-century mansions, ancient streets, and the Byzantine castle on the hill with views over the town and Aegean Sea.

    Optional Activities

    • Guided tour of Mytilene
    • Visit Byzantine castle
    • View 19th-century mansions
    • Explore ancient streets
    Landmarks
    Byzantine Castle of Mytilene
  4. Day 4

    Kusadasi

    The ship docks in Kusadasi on Turkey's Anatolian coast. You'll have time to explore this coastal town at your own pace.

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  5. Day 5

    Patmos

    You'll arrive at the historic island of Patmos, which was first settled back in 1088. Spend your time here exploring at a relaxed pace, taking in the panoramic views over the Bay of Patmos and the surrounding islands. There's also an optional guided tour available if you want to learn more about the island's rich history.

    Optional Activities

    • Optional sightseeing tours of Patmos
  6. Day 6

    Delos and Mykonos

    In the morning, you'll visit the archaeological site of Delos, one of Greece's most significant historic locations. Then the ship sails to Mykonos. You can join a walking tour through the streets of Chora to see the whitewashed buildings with blue shutters, blue-domed churches, the old port, and the famous windmills. Since the ship stays docked until late, you'll have time to grab dinner at a local restaurant whenever you like.

    Included Activities

    • Explore Delos

    Optional Activities

    • Walking tour of Chora, Mykonos
    • Visit whitewashed buildings and blue-domed churches
    • Visit old port and windmills
    • Dinner at local restaurant
    Landmarks
    Delos
    Mykonos Windmills
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  7. Day 7

    Milos

    You'll visit Milos, a volcanic island known for the Venus de Milo sculpture and its dramatic coastal landscapes with colorful rock formations. A guided tour takes you through Plaka, the capital, Sarakiniko beach, and the fishing village of Pollonia. Later, you'll have a leisurely afternoon at Paleochori beach. This evening, join the Captain's Farewell Dinner with other passengers.

    Meals
    Dinner (Captain's Farewell Dinner)

    Included Activities

    • Tour of Milos including Plaka, Sarakiniko beach, and Pollonia

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Paleochori beach
    Landmarks
    Sarakiniko Beach
    Paleochori Beach
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  8. Day 8

    Return to UK

    After breakfast, you'll disembark the ship and head to the airport for your return flight to the UK.

    Meals
    Breakfast
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Number of tours

370

Age Range

8 to 99 years old

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APT Ship

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    Welcome aboard APT’s award-winning expedition ship, the MS Caledonian Sky. The advantages of cruising on this intimate vessel are numerous… Read more
    Capacity
    99
    Built
    Last Refurbished: 2018
    Guests
    Crew
    75
    Length
    90.6m
    Width
    15.3m
    Suites
    Staterooms
    Registry
    Gross Tonnage
    4200
    Electricity
    Beam
    Cruising Speed
    12 knots
    Generators
    Engines
    Draft
    Cabin
    Deck
    Deck with Cabins

Customer Reviews

  • Lenore
    · July 20th, 2023
    The tour was an absolute delight. Everything from the food to the tours to the company, we loved it. The staff were kind and ensured we had everything we needed to make our experience one to remember forever
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Tour ID: 287067

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  • Vaccines
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    • Hepatitis A - Recommended for Greece.Turkey. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Greece.Turkey. Ideally 2 months before travel.
    • Typhoid - Recommended for Turkey. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
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    • Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
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    • For any tour departing before March 21st, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after March 21st, 2026, a minimum payment of $1,100 is required to confirm your booking with APT. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 120 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
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Who is travelling?

AdultsAges 18 or above

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