Itinerary
- Day 1
Athens
You'll arrive in Athens and spend time at the Acropolis and Parthenon before heading to the harbor. Later this afternoon, you'll board Scenic Ikon, a next-generation Discovery Yacht. After settling into your suite with champagne, there's a welcome reception where you'll meet the Captain, crew, and your butler. It's a chance to get oriented and toast to the voyage ahead.
- Meals
- Dinner
Included Activities
- Board Scenic Ikon Discovery Yacht
- Welcome reception with Captain and crew
Optional Activities
- Explore the Acropolis and Parthenon
Landmarks/POIs Acropolis Parthenon - Day 2
Hydra
The yacht brings you to Hydra, a Greek island without cars or motor vehicles, which keeps things quiet and peaceful. You can walk the narrow cobblestone streets lined with traditional whitewashed buildings decorated with bougainvillea. The port town has that relaxed island character, perfect for wandering around and taking in the local architecture and harbor views.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Explore the port town of Hydra
- Walk through narrow cobblestone streets
- Visit traditional whitewashed buildings
Landmarks/POIs Hydra Port Town - Day 3
Milos
You'll reach Milos, known as the Island of Colours for its unusual geology. The landscape features rock formations in shades of yellow, orange, red and white rising from turquoise waters. While exploring, you can learn about the Venus of Milo sculpture and its connection to this island. The natural formations here are quite distinctive and worth checking out from the water and ashore.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Explore the unique coloured rock formations
- Visit sites related to Venus of Milo
Landmarks/POIs Milos - Day 4
Crete (Heraklion)
Arriving in Heraklion, Crete's main city, you'll have time to see the Palace of Knossos and the Minoan archaeological sites. From there, the old town's bustling markets are worth a walk through, and the Venetian harbor has real historical character. By evening, grab dinner at a waterfront taverna for some authentic Cretan seafood and local food.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Visit Palace of Knossos
- Explore the old town markets
- Admire the Venetian harbour
- Dine at waterfront tavernas
Landmarks/POIs Palace of Knossos - Day 5
Santorini
You'll anchor at Santorini, famous for its sunsets and white-walled buildings perched on cliffs above the caldera. The island's Cycladic architecture means cubic white buildings, blue-domed churches, and narrow walkways that are fun to explore. The views across the water to the volcano remain pretty striking, and this is one of the more photographed stops on the route.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Watch the famous Santorini sunset
- Explore whitewashed buildings and blue-domed churches
- Walk through narrow Cycladic laneways
Landmarks/POIs Santorini Caldera - Day 6
Naxos
Naxos is the largest Cycladic island, and its old town has distinctive Venetian architecture with steep lanes and a lively local feel. The ancient Temple of Apollo, a marble gate from 560 BC, is the island's most famous site and worth seeing. You'll also find some good beaches around the island and can try local specialties at small restaurants.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Visit Temple of Apollo
- Explore the old town
- Relax on the beaches
- Taste local delicacies
Landmarks/POIs Temple of Apollo - Day 7
Kusadasi
You'll reach Kusadasi, a seaside resort town in Turkey. The lively bazaars here are good for wandering, and Turkish food is worth trying. From here you can visit Ephesus, a major ancient city with Greco-Roman ruins, including the Library of Celsus and remains of the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders. The site spans a significant period of history from around the 10th century BC onward.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Wander bazaars
- Explore ancient city of Ephesus
- Visit Library of Celsus
- View Temple of Artemis ruins
- Taste Turkish cuisine
Landmarks/POIs Ephesus Library of Celsus Temple of Artemis - Day 8
Dikili (Pergamon)
Dikili is an authentic Turkish coastal town serving as the port for Pergamon. The archaeological site includes the Acropolis, an ancient theatre, and the Altar of Zeus, all significant Hellenistic period ruins. After exploring these historical remains, you can head back to town for a relaxed time by the waterfront and try local Turkish cuisine at a casual spot.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Explore Pergamon ruins
- Visit the Acropolis
- See the ancient theatre
- Visit Altar of Zeus
- Stroll along the marina
- Dine at a seaside café
Landmarks/POIs Pergamon Altar of Zeus - Day 9
At Sea
This is a sea day aboard the yacht, so you'll have time to relax and soak up the sun on deck. There are various activities available like guest lectures, live music, games, and creative classes, all happening throughout the day. Weather permitting, the yacht will cruise past ANZAC Cove this evening so you can see Gallipoli and its historical significance to the region.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Day at sea with onboard activities
- Guest lectures
- Live music performances
- Games and creative classes
- Cruise ANZAC Cove (weather permitting)
Landmarks/POIs ANZAC Cove - Day 10
Kepez (Dardanelles)
You'll arrive in Kepezi on the eastern Dardanelles coast, an area with Turkish culture and history. There's time for hiking or cycling in the surrounding parks and forests if you're interested, or you can relax on the local beaches. As evening comes, the yacht sails through the Dardanelles, the narrow strait connecting the Aegean to the Sea of Marmara and separating Asia from Europe.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Sail through the legendary Dardanelles
Optional Activities
- Hiking in surrounding parks and forests
- Cycling excursions
- Beach activities
Landmarks/POIs Dardanelles Strait - Day 11
Istanbul
Istanbul comes into view, spanning two continents and mixing East and West. There's a lot to see here from different historical periods: Byzantium, Constantinople, and Ottoman sites like Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace. You'll have time to walk the Grand Bazaar's winding lanes and sit down for Turkish tea or food. The city feels like a mix of old traditions and modern energy.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Visit Hagia Sophia
- Explore Topkapi Palace
- Wander Grand Bazaar
- Explore the narrow lanes of old Istanbul
- Taste Turkish delicacies
Landmarks/POIs Hagia Sophia Topkapi Palace Grand Bazaar - Day 12
Istanbul Departure
Your voyage ends this morning in Istanbul with one final breakfast aboard the yacht. You'll say goodbye to the crew and other passengers, then transfer to the airport. It's the end of a long journey through the Mediterranean and beyond, with plenty of stories and memories from the trip.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Final breakfast on board
- Disembark from Scenic Ikon
- Airport transfer
