Itinerary
- Day 1
Athens
You'll arrive in Athens and transfer to your Emerald Cruises yacht to start your Mediterranean voyage. The city combines ancient history with modern energy, setting the tone for what's ahead on the water.
- Meals
- Dinner (Welcome Reception & Dinner)
Landmarks Athens 
- Day 2
Corinth Canal to Itea
Your yacht moves through the Corinth Canal, a 19th century engineering project with ochre cliffs rising on either side. After passing through, you'll reach Itea, where you can take a trip inland to see the ancient ruins of Delphi and its surrounding landscape.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Explore the ancient ruins of Delphi, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Landmarks Corinth Canal Delphi 
- Day 3
Katakolon
The ship docks at Katakolon on the Peloponnese's western coast. From here you can visit Olympia, a UNESCO site that includes the Temple of Zeus and the original Olympic stadium where ancient games took place.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Explore the ancient archaeological site of Olympia, including the Temple of Zeus and original Olympic stadium
Landmarks Olympia Temple of Zeus - Day 4
Chania
You'll pull into Chania on Crete's northwest shore. The town has a Venetian harbor, narrow streets to wander through, and plenty to do whether you want to relax on beaches or check out the historical museums and ruins.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Relax on one of the beautiful beaches
- Explore historical sites including ancient ruins and museums
Landmarks Chania 
- Day 5
Santorini
Santorini comes into view with its white buildings climbing the cliffs above the Aegean. You can explore Fira along the caldera edge or head to Oia to see the blue-domed churches and catch the sunset the island's known for.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Explore Fira, the picturesque main town dramatically resting on the caldera cliff
- Visit Oia, a charming traditional village known for quaint narrow streets, blue-domed churches and sunsets
- Relax on the island's black sand beaches
Landmarks Santorini Fira Oia 
- Day 6
Mykonos
Mykonos is next, where traditional Greek culture meets a cosmopolitan vibe. The whitewashed houses with bright blue doors line the cobblestone streets, and you'll find historic windmills and nice beaches around the island.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Explore atmospheric Mykonos Town with whitewashed houses and vibrant blue doors
- Visit historic windmills
- Relax on the island's beaches
Landmarks Mykonos Mykonos Town 
- Day 7
Kusadasi
You'll arrive in Kusadasi on Turkey's Aegean coast, a resort town with beaches and traditional markets. It's the jumping off point for Ephesus, a UNESCO site that shows what one of the ancient world's major cities looked like.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Relax on beautiful beaches
- Shop in traditional Turkish markets
- Explore the ancient city of Ephesus, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Landmarks Kusadasi Ephesus 
- Day 8
Dardanelles to Kepez
The yacht sails through the Dardanelles, the narrow strait linking the Aegean to the Sea of Marmara. The passage offers views and history lessons before you reach Kepez, known for its Old Town, Hadrian's Gate, and seafood restaurants.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Explore the Old Town
- Visit Hadrian's Gate
- Sample delicious seafood cuisine
Landmarks Dardanelles Hadrian's Gate - Day 9
Istanbul
Istanbul appears ahead, straddling Europe and Asia with layers of Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman history. Key spots to see include Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, and Topkapi Palace, each offering different windows into the city's past.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Visit the Hagia Sophia
- Visit the Blue Mosque
- Explore Topkapi Palace
Landmarks Istanbul Hagia Sophia Blue Mosque Topkapi Palace 
- Day 10
Istanbul
You'll spend a second day in Istanbul exploring the markets. The Grand Bazaar and Spice Bazaar have goods to shop for and local food to try, letting you experience the city's vibrant shopping and dining scene.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Shop at the Grand Bazaar
- Visit the Spice Bazaar
- Sample traditional Turkish cuisine
Landmarks Grand Bazaar Spice Bazaar - Day 11
At Sea
This is a relaxing day at sea on your yacht. You can use the pool, head up to the Sky Deck for views across the water, or just settle in the Observation Lounge to unwind before the cruise ends.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Relax in infinity-style pool
- Enjoy Sky Deck with panoramic views
- Unwind in Observation Lounge
- Day 12
Athens
The cruise wraps up as you return to Athens. After goodbyes with passengers and crew, you'll transfer to the airport for your flight home or to wherever your next stop is.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Farewell Reception & Dinner)
Landmarks Athens
