Itinerary
- Day 1
Arrival in Istanbul
You'll fly from the UK to Istanbul and transfer to your ship. The Cruise Director and your fellow passengers will gather for a Welcome Reception this evening, so you'll have a chance to meet everyone and settle in.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (MS Caledonian Sky)
- Day 2
Gallipoli Peninsula and Çanakkale
After docking in Çanakkale, you'll travel to the Gallipoli Peninsula to walk through preserved trenches and memorials from World War I. You'll visit Anzac Cove, the Australian Memorial at Lone Pine, and the New Zealand Memorial at Chunuk Bair. Later this evening there's a Gala Welcome Dinner on board.
- Meals
- Dinner (Gala Welcome Dinner)
Included Activities
- Visit Anzac Cove
- Explore Australian Memorial at Lone Pine
- Visit New Zealand Memorial at Chunuk Bair
- Guided tour of Gallipoli Peninsula trenches and memorials
- Gala Welcome Dinner
Landmarks/POIs Anzac Cove Lone Pine Australian Memorial Chunuk Bair New Zealand Memorial 
- Day 3
Mytilene
You have the day free in Mytilene, the capital of Lesbos. Wander through 19th-century mansions, ancient streets, or explore the Byzantine castle on your own. If you prefer, you can join optional guided tours of the town and castle, historic churches, or the marketplace. There's also a chance to visit the olive oil museum or try ouzo tastings in coastal villages.
Optional Activities
- Walking tour of Mytilene and the Venetian Castle
- Visit historic 16th-century church
- Explore marketplace along Evripos ancient road
- Local tavern visit with fresh fish and ouzo
- Olives and Ouzo tasting tour - Visit Vrana Olive Press (established 1887, now museum), explore olive oil production history and original machinery
- Ouzo tasting with light regional snacks in Perama coastal village
Landmarks/POIs Venetian Castle Vrana Olive Press - Day 4
Kuşadası and Ephesus
Docking in Kuşadası, you'll visit the ancient city of Ephesus, one of the best-preserved classical cities from the Eastern Mediterranean. Walk through impressive Roman buildings including the Library of Celsus. In the afternoon, you'll have an authentic home-cooked lunch followed by a folklore show.
- Meals
- Lunch (Authentic home-cooked lunch)
Included Activities
- Visit Ephesus - ancient Roman city tour
- Explore Library of Celsus
- Authentic home-cooked lunch
- Folklore show
Landmarks/POIs Ephesus Library of Celsus 
- Day 5
Patmos
You'll arrive on the island of Patmos and have time at leisure to explore town with its panoramic views over the Bay of Patmos. Optional tours are available if you'd like to visit the Cave of St. John, windmills, and scenic viewpoints, or you can tour the UNESCO World Heritage Monastery of St John and the Holy Grotto of the Revelation.
Optional Activities
- Island tour of Patmos - visit port of Skala, Cave of St. John, windmills of Chora, village of Grikos
- Taste of Greece at local restaurant - Greek meze with wine
- Sacred Monastery tour - UNESCO World Heritage Site Greek Orthodox Monastery of St John
- Visit Holy Grotto of the Revelation
Landmarks/POIs Cave of St. John Monastery of St John the Theologian Holy Grotto of the Revelation - Day 6
Delos and Mykonos
This morning you can explore Delos, one of Greece's most important historic sites, then sail to Mykonos. You'll have time to wander through the charming town with its whitewashed buildings and blue shutters. The ship stays docked late, so you can grab dinner at a local restaurant. Optional walking tours can take you through the main town, Ano Mera village, Kalafatis beach, or the archaeological sites of Delos.
Included Activities
- Leisure time at Delos archaeological site
Optional Activities
- Walking tour of Mykonos main town (chora) - view old port, traditional fishing boats, Cycladic architecture, famous windmills
- Optional stop at village of Ano Mera - see Panagia Tourliani Monastery, local bakeries, taverns and cafes
- Optional time at Kalafatis beach
- Delos Sacred Site Combination & Mykonos Walking Tour - visit UNESCO World Heritage Site, explore Terrace of the Lions, South Stoa, Sacred Way, Archaeological Museum of Delos, guided walking tour of Mykonos Old Town
Landmarks/POIs Delos Terrace of the Lions Archaeological Museum of Delos Panagia Tourliani Monastery Kalafatis Beach 
- Day 7
Milos
You'll visit volcanic Milos with its dramatic coastal landscapes featuring colourful and unusual rock formations. After disembarking, you'll tour the island including Plaka, the island's capital.
Included Activities
- Island tour of Milos including Plaka
Landmarks/POIs Plaka 
- Day 8
Athens
You'll spend the day exploring Athens and its most popular attractions including the Acropolis, the Parthenon, and the historic neighbourhood of Plaka.
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Athens
- Visit Acropolis
- Visit Parthenon
- Explore historic neighbourhood of Plaka
Landmarks/POIs Acropolis Parthenon Plaka 
- Day 9
Corinth Canal and Delphi
Early this morning your ship will pass through the famous Corinth Canal, which is just 21.3 metres wide. You'll arrive in Itea and travel to Delphi, the sacred site. There you'll explore the Sanctuary of Apollo, visit the Treasury of the Athenians, and tour the museum with its collection of archaeological treasures.
- Meals
- Lunch
Included Activities
- Traverse Corinth Canal
- Excursion to Delphi sacred site
- Visit Sanctuary of Apollo
- Visit Treasury of the Athenians
- Visit Delphi museum
Landmarks/POIs Corinth Canal Sanctuary of Apollo Treasury of the Athenians Delphi Archaeological Museum - Day 10
Otranto
You'll have a relaxing morning on board as your vessel sails towards Italy. After lunch, you'll arrive in Otranto in Puglia, where the afternoon is free to explore. Optional guided tours can take you through Otranto or to the historic town of Lecce if you'd like.
- Meals
- Lunch
Included Activities
- Sailing to Italy
Optional Activities
- Otranto City Tour - explore 15th-century castle, 12th-century Cathedral with floor mosaic representing Judaism, Christianity, and Islam, medieval streets
- Tour of Lecce - 'Florence of the South', 17th-century baroque churches and palazzi, Duomo and Santa Croce Basilica
Landmarks/POIs Otranto Castle Otranto Cathedral Lecce Duomo Santa Croce Basilica - Day 11
Kotor
You'll cruise through Kotor Bay in Montenegro. Upon arrival in Kotor, you have time at leisure to explore the charming Old Town. If you're keen for exercise, you can climb 1,350 steps to the top of the town's fortifications for views over the bay, or join optional guided tours instead.
Optional Activities
- Kotor Walking Tour - St. Tryphon Cathedral (12th century), guided exploration of Old Town, Cable Car ascent to Lov\u0107en Mountain summit with views over Bay of Kotor and Lov\u0107en National Park
- Montenegro Highlights tour - Budva Riviera views, Cetinje (former royal capital), Museum of King Nikola, Lov\u0107en Mountain, village of Njegusi with smoked ham production experience, meal of smoked ham, local cheese with honey and wine
Landmarks/POIs Kotor Old Town St. Tryphon Cathedral Lov\u0107en Mountain Museum of King Nikola - Day 12
Dubrovnik
You'll arrive in Dubrovnik and join a guided tour to learn about the city's famous walls. After that, the afternoon is free for you to explore on your own. The ship stays docked until late evening, so you'll have time to find a local restaurant for dinner.
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Dubrovnik walls
Landmarks/POIs Dubrovnik City Walls 
- Day 13
Mljet and Korculum
You'll have the morning at leisure in Mljet, then sail for Korculum, the birthplace of Marco Polo. You can explore at your own pace or choose from optional tours including a walking tour of Korculum's Old Town with wine tasting, island exploration, e-bike cycling through national parks, or visits to St Mary Islet.
Optional Activities
- Historic Korculum and Wine tasting - walking tour of Old Town, Cathedral of St. Mark, Marco Polo birthplace, Lumbarda winery visit
- Korculum in Depth - Zlokic Olive Oil Production visit (established 1995), see 15th-century wooden olive press and 18th-century hydraulic compression system, Toreta Winery in Smokvica for wine tasting
- Mljet National Park by E-bike - approximately nine km cycling on flat roads, learn history of park, cycle along shores of lakes, visit St Mary Island, discover flora and fauna (graded strenuous, requires regular exercise and above average fitness)
- Mljet St Mary Islet - 30-minute walk through forest paths, 15-minute boat ride to charming St. Mary Islet, guided one-hour tour of 12th-century Benedictine monastery, explore Romanesque architecture, panoramic views, return by boat with forest walk
Landmarks/POIs Korculum Old Town Cathedral of St. Mark Marco Polo Birthplace Lumbarda Winery Zlokic Olive Oil Production Toreta Winery Mljet National Park St Mary Islet Benedictine Monastery (St Mary Islet) 
- Day 14
Šibenik and Krka National Park
Your ship docks in Šibenik and you'll disembark for a special experience in Krka National Park with its dramatic waterfalls. You'll walk along wooden jetties and bridges to see Skradinski Buk and the unique plants and wildlife. Tonight you'll gather for a Captain's Farewell Dinner with your fellow travellers.
- Meals
- Dinner (Captain's Farewell Dinner)
Included Activities
- Krka National Park visit
- Explore Skradinski Buk waterfall
- Walk along wooden jetties and bridges
- Captain's Farewell Dinner
Landmarks/POIs Krka National Park Skradinski Buk 
- Day 15
Departure
After breakfast, you'll disembark and transfer to the airport for your return flight to the UK.
- Meals
- Breakfast
