Itinerary
- Day 1
Athens
You'll arrive in Athens and head to your hotel to get settled. After you've checked in and had time to wander around the capital on your own, you'll meet up with your Travel Director and other travelers for a light dinner this evening.
- Meals
- Dinner (Light meal with Travel Director and travel companions)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Divani Caravel, Radisson Blu Park, Crowne Plaza Athens City Centre)
Optional Activities
- Explore ancient treasures and modern attractions in Athens
- Day 2
Athens
This morning you'll join a guided tour with a Local Specialist to see the Acropolis and its iconic monuments. Then you'll check out the included Acropolis Museum to view ancient artifacts. The rest of your day is open, so you can walk through Plaka, spend time in Syntagma Square, or hunt down the city's best souvlaki wherever you find it.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Divani Caravel, Radisson Blu Park, Crowne Plaza Athens City Centre)
Included Activities
- Guided morning sightseeing tour of the Acropolis complex
- Visit the Acropolis Museum
- See the Parthenon, Royal Palace, and Temple of Zeus
- View Hadrian's Arch and the stadium where the first modern Olympics took place in 1896
Optional Activities
- Explore the Plaka neighborhood
- People-watch in Syntagma Square
- Search for local souvlaki
Landmarks Acropolis Parthenon Acropolis Museum Temple of Zeus Hadrian's Arch Panathenaic Stadium Royal Palace Syntagma Square Plaka - Day 3
Athens - Corinth - Mycenae - Nafplion
You'll leave Athens and cross the impressive Corinth Canal with a Local Specialist. From there, head to Mycenae to see ancient sites like the Lion Gate and Treasury of Atreus. Next stop is Epidaurus to visit the ancient theatre and Sanctuary of Asclepius, then continue to the charming Venetian town of Nafplion where dinner at your hotel waits this evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Dinner at hotel)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Amalia Nafplio)
Included Activities
- Cross the Corinth Canal
- Guided tour of Corinth with Local Specialist
- Explore Mycenae including the Beehive Tombs (Treasury of Atreus), Lion Gate, and Agamemnon's Royal Palace with Local Specialist
- Visit the ancient theatre at Epidaurus
- View the Sanctuary of Asclepius
Landmarks Corinth Canal Ancient Corinth Mycenae Lion Gate Treasury of Atreus Agamemnon's Royal Palace Epidaurus Ancient Theatre of Epidaurus Sanctuary of Asclepius 
- Day 4
Nafplion - Olympia
Traveling through the Arcadian mountains toward Olympia, you'll stop at a family-run honey farm to taste thyme-infused honey and learn about traditional beekeeping. Then explore the ancient Olympic Games site where athletes once competed, walking through the ruins of the Temples of Zeus and Hera and the original stadium. This evening is yours to check out the village or relax at your hotel.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Amalia Olympia)
Included Activities
- Visit a family-run honey farm for MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience with honey tasting
- Explore the ancient athletic grounds of Olympia
- Walk among the ruins of the Temples of Zeus and Hera
- Visit the original Olympic stadium
Optional Activities
- Explore the quiet village centre of Olympia
- Visit a local taverna
- Relax at the hotel
Landmarks Ancient Olympia Olympic Stadium Temple of Zeus Temple of Hera 
- Day 5
Olympia - Patras - Delphi
Start the day with a Local Specialist visiting the ancient Olympic site, museum, and Temple ruins. Then meet the Karabelas family for a Be My Guest experience on their olive and wine estate, enjoying a homecooked meal and traditional dancing. From there, head north to Patras and cross the Gulf of Corinth toward Delphi, where you can try your hand at preparing local dishes during an optional interactive cooking lesson.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Homecooked meal with the Karabelas family at their olive and wine estate), Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Amalia Delphi)
Included Activities
- Visit the ancient Olympic site and museum with Local Specialist
- Explore the ruined remains of the Temples of Zeus and Hera
- Be My Guest experience with the Karabelas family at their olive and wine estate
- Enjoy homecooked meal and traditional dancing with the Karabelas family
- Travel to Delphi via Patras and the Gulf of Corinth
Optional Activities
- Interactive cooking lesson to prepare local dishes in Delphi
Landmarks Ancient Olympia Temple of Zeus Temple of Hera Delphi 
- Day 6
Delphi - Thermopylae - Kalambaka
You'll walk the Sacred Way with your Local Specialist to the Temple of Apollo, viewing statues honoring Olympic athletes from the Pythian Games. Continue on to Thermopylae where you'll see the Leonidas Monument dedicated to the 300 Spartans, then drive across the fertile Thessaly plains heading toward Kalambaka.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Amalia Kalambaka)
Included Activities
- Walk the Sacred Way to the Temple of Apollo with Local Specialist
- View statues honoring athletes from the Pythian Games
- Visit Thermopylae and see the Leonidas Monument
- Scenic drive across the Thessaly plain
Landmarks Sacred Way Temple of Apollo Thermopylae Leonidas Monument - Day 7
Kalambaka - Meteora - Athens
Visit the UNESCO World Heritage monasteries of Meteora, joining a Local Specialist to explore two of the six Eastern Orthodox monasteries perched on towering rock formations. After a scenic drive back to Athens, you'll have a final dinner with your travel companions to celebrate your Greek journey.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Final dinner with travel companions)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Divani Caravel, Radisson Blu Park, Crowne Plaza Athens City Centre)
Included Activities
- Visit two of the six Eastern Orthodox monasteries of Meteora with Local Specialist
- Scenic drive back to Athens
Landmarks Meteora - Day 8
Athens
You have the full day to explore Athens on your own terms. Revisit any ancient sites you might have missed earlier or simply take in the city's atmosphere at your own pace.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Divani Caravel, Radisson Blu Park, Crowne Plaza Athens City Centre)
Optional Activities
- Explore Athens's ancient sites at your own pace
- Day 9
Athens
Spend the morning exploring what was once the 'Cradle of Western Civilisation' before boarding your cruise ship in the afternoon for a seven-day voyage through the Aegean Sea.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (MV Celestyal Journey)
Optional Activities
- Explore Athens's ancient sites before departure
- Day 10
Thessaloniki
You'll arrive in Thessaloniki, Greece's second largest city, and have time to explore on your own. Walk along the waterfront, try cafes in Aristotelous Square, and check out ancient monuments like the Arch of Galerius.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (MV Celestyal Journey)
Optional Activities
- Walk along the waterfront
- Enjoy cafes in Aristotelous Square
- View the Arch of Galerius and other ancient monuments
Landmarks Arch of Galerius Aristotelous Square - Day 11
Kusadasi - Ephesus
You arrive in Kusadasi and join an included guided tour of the ancient City of Ephesus. Walk along marble colonnades and see the Library of Celsus and Temple of Artemis, then head back to your ship for your evening departure.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (MV Celestyal Journey)
Included Activities
- Included Ancient Ephesus sightseeing tour
- Explore the Hellenistic and Roman heritage of Ephesus
- Stroll along marble colonnades
- Admire the Library of Celsus
- Visit the Temple of Artemis
Landmarks Ancient Ephesus Library of Celsus Temple of Artemis - Day 12
Crete
You'll start your morning on Crete, Greece's largest island. Choose between an epic tour to Heraklion to visit King Minos' Palace in Knossos and learn about Europe's first advanced civilization, or venture into the countryside to see authentic Cretan lifestyle and culture.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (MV Celestyal Journey)
Optional Activities
- Epic tour to Heraklion and King Minos' Palace in Knossos
- Explore the countryside and experience true Cretan lifestyle
Landmarks Knossos Heraklion - Day 13
Santorini
Wake up in Santorini and explore the capital of Thira with its clifftop restaurants and views. Choose an optional Shore Experience to visit villages and vineyards on your way to Oia and its famous white buildings and blue-domed churches with caldera views. This evening you're free to explore Santorini's nightlife.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (MV Celestyal Journey)
Optional Activities
- Explore the capital of Thira
- Visit clifftop restaurants and cafes
- Optional Shore Experience passing villages and vineyards to Oia
- Explore Santorini's nightlife
Landmarks Thira Oia - Day 14
Mykonos
You have a full free day to explore the narrow streets of Chora with its white-washed cottages and bougainvillea, or find a quiet spot overlooking the Old Port with a refreshing drink. Alternatively, choose an optional visit to the Sacred Island of Delos, birthplace of Apollo, where archaeological treasures await.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (MV Celestyal Journey)
Optional Activities
- Explore the streets of Chora
- View white-washed cottages and bougainvillea
- Relax overlooking the Old Port
- Optional visit to the Sacred Island of Delos and archaeological sites
Landmarks Chora Old Port Delos Windmills of Kato Mili - Day 15
Milos
You dock at Milos, the former home of the famous Venus de Milo. Explore the 'Island of Colours' on an optional experience, or trek through Milos sampling local cuisine on the move in a sensory tour. You'll depart this evening for Athens, celebrating a final evening on board with new friends.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Final evening celebration on board with fellow travelers)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (MV Celestyal Journey)
Optional Activities
- Explore the 'Island of Colours' on Optional Experience
- Trek to the heart of Milos sampling local cuisine
Landmarks Milos - Day 16
Athens
You'll disembark from your cruise ship this morning and transfer to the airport for your departure.
- Meals
- Breakfast
