Itinerary
- Day 1
Arrival in Athens
A driver picks you up and takes you to your hotel so you can get settled in. This is your chance to drop your bags, freshen up, and relax. Later in the afternoon, stop by the front desk and check the information boards for details about when your tour kicks off.
- Day 2
Athens City Tour
You'll spend the day exploring Athens with a local guide. You'll see the Presidential Mansion and walk through the Panathenaic Stadium, where the first modern Olympic Games took place back in 1896. From there, head to the National Library and check out the city center squares. The guide will take you through neighborhoods that were developed after the 2004 Olympics, and then you'll make your way up to the Acropolis. By evening, a transfer takes you to the historic Plaka neighborhood where you'll have dinner at a traditional Greek taverna.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- City tour of Athens with local guide
- Visit Presidential Mansion
- Visit Panathenaic Stadium
- Visit National Library
- Explore city center squares
- Visit newer neighborhoods from 2004 Olympics development
- Evening transfer to Plaka neighborhood
Optional Activities
- Acropolis admission (not included in base tour)
Landmarks/POIs Presidential Mansion Panathenaic Stadium National Library of Greece Acropolis Plaka - Day 3
Peloponnese to Patras
You're heading through the Peloponnese with stops along the way. First up is the Corinth Canal, which is quite impressive to see. You'll drive through the mountains to Tripoli where you can take a break at Aeros Square. After that, continue on to Olympia to explore the archaeological site with a guide. Walk through the Temple of Zeus, the Stadium, the Gymnasium, and the Arena. You'll be standing where the first Olympic Games happened in 776 BC. Later, you'll end up in Patras, Greece's third largest city, where there's a medieval fortress and the country's largest cathedral.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Stop at Corinth Canal
- Break in Tripoli at Aeros Square
- Guided tour of Archaeological Site of Olympia
- Visit Temple of Zeus
- Visit Stadium at Olympia
- Visit Gymnasium at Olympia
- Visit Arena at Olympia
- Visit Patras medieval fortress
- Visit largest cathedral in Greece
- Visit Church of St. Andrew
Landmarks/POIs Corinth Canal Aeros Square Archaeological Site of Olympia Temple of Zeus Stadium at Olympia Gymnasium at Olympia Arena at Olympia Patras Medieval Fortress Cathedral of Patras Church of St. Andrew - Day 4
Peloponnese to Athens
After breakfast, you'll cross the Rio-Antirrio bridge, a cable-stayed structure connecting the Peloponnese to the mainland. Stop in Nafpaktos on the Gulf of Corinth to explore the Venetian fortress and harbor on your own. Next, continue to Mycenae, an ancient citadel from the 18th century BC where you have free time and can grab lunch. You'll visit the Fortress of Acrocorinth which has remains of an ancient temple of Aphrodite. There's also a quick stop at the Corinth Canal before heading back to Athens by evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Cross Rio-Antirrio bridge
- Stop in Nafpaktos
- Visit Mycenae ancient citadel
- Visit Fortress of Acrocorinth
- Stop at Corinth Canal
Landmarks/POIs Rio-Antirrio Bridge Nafpaktos Nafpaktos Venetian Fortress Mycenae Acrocorinth Fortress Temple of Aphrodite Corinth Canal - Day 5
Free Day in Athens
The entire day is yours to use however you'd like. Wander around Athens at your own pace and discover neighborhoods and sites that catch your interest. Take time to see the city on your own terms and let different corners reveal what interests you most.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Day 6
Mediterranean Cruise Departure
After breakfast, a transfer takes you to Lavrio Port for an 11:00 a.m. cruise departure. Spend the day enjoying the sea views and the sailing experience. You'll arrive in Mykonos at 6:00 p.m. and have free time to walk around this charming island known for its windmills and whitewashed houses right by the water. The ship departs at 11:00 p.m., and you'll settle into your first night on board.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Transfer to Lavrio Port
- Mediterranean cruise departure
- Free time in Mykonos
Landmarks/POIs Lavrio Port Mykonos - Day 7
Kusadasi and Patmos Cruise Stops
The cruise arrives in Kusadasi, Turkey, a resort town on the Aegean coast. You get admission to the Ancient City Ruins of Ephesus to explore. Return to the ship and continue sailing toward Patmos, where St. John the Apostle wrote the Apocalypse. You'll arrive on the island and the ship departs at 9:00 p.m., so you'll settle in for another night on board.
Included Activities
- Visit Ephesus Ancient City Ruins with admission
Landmarks/POIs Kusadasi Ephesus Ancient City Ruins Patmos - Day 8
Rhodes Cruise Stop
The cruise arrives in Rhodes at 7:00 a.m. This medieval walled city was once protected by the Colossus of Rhodes, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Spend the day exploring the city and using the ship's amenities. The cruise departs at 6:00 p.m. as you set sail again.
Included Activities
- Visit medieval walled city of Rhodes
Landmarks/POIs Rhodes Colossus of Rhodes - Day 9
Heraklion and Santorini Cruise Stops
You arrive in Heraklion at 7:00 a.m., the capital of Crete with the archaeological remains of Knossos nearby. Mid-morning, continue sailing to Santorini, one of the most impressive islands in the Mediterranean. The island is known for its dramatic ravines, white villages, and sea views. The ship departs at 9:00 p.m., and you'll get to enjoy the boat party as you settle in for your night on board.
Included Activities
- Visit Heraklion
- Visit Santorini
Landmarks/POIs Heraklion Knossos Archaeological Site Santorini - Day 10
Tour End at Lavrio Port
The cruise arrives at Lavrio Port at 6:30 a.m. and you disembark, which marks the end of your tour. If you're coming by ferry from Rhodes, you'll arrive at Piraeus instead. You'll head off with memories from the week.
Landmarks/POIs Lavrio Port Piraeus Port
