Itinerary
- Day 1
Arrival in Athens
An Insight host meets you at the airport and takes you to your hotel. After you get settled, your Travel Director greets everyone at 19:00 for a Welcome Reception with dinner and wine so you can meet the other travelers.
- Meals
- Dinner (Dinner with Wine at Welcome Reception)
Included Activities
- Welcome Reception with dinner and wine
- Day 2
Athens to Kalambaka
Your Local Expert guides you through ancient Athens, starting with the Temple of Olympian Zeus and Arch of Hadrian. Then you'll head up to the Acropolis to see the Parthenon, Temple of Athena Nike, and the Porch of the Maidens. After that, you travel south to Thermopylae to visit the Leonidas Monument before continuing on to Kalambaka for dinner.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Dinner with Wine)
Included Activities
- Guided exploration of Temple of Olympian Zeus
- Guided exploration of Arch of Hadrian
- Guided tour of the Acropolis
- Visit to Parthenon
- Visit to Temple of Athena Nike
- Visit to Porch of the Maidens (Erechtheion)
- Visit to Thermopylae and Leonidas Monument
Landmarks Temple of Olympian Zeus Arch of Hadrian Acropolis Parthenon Temple of Athena Nike Erechtheion Thermopylae Leonidas Monument - Day 3
Meteora
At the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Meteora, your Local Expert shows you around the massive rock pinnacles and one of the centuries-old monasteries perched on top. Later, the rest of the day opens up for you to either take nature walks or check out the Natural History Museum on your own.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided visit to UNESCO World Heritage Site of Meteora
- Visit to one monastery at Meteora
Optional Activities
- Nature trail walks
- Visit to Natural History Museum
Landmarks Meteora - Day 4
Delphi to Olympia
You travel south toward the Mount Parnassus foothills. Your Local Expert walks you up the Sacred Way of Delphi, passing the Treasury of the Athenians and Polygonal Wall to reach the Temple of Apollo, where the Oracle was said to live. From there, you head to Olympia for dinner.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Dinner with Wine)
Included Activities
- Guided walk on Sacred Way of Delphi
- Visit to Treasury of the Athenians
- Visit to Polygonal Wall
- Visit to Temple of Apollo
Landmarks Mount Parnassus Sacred Way of Delphi Treasury of the Athenians Polygonal Wall Temple of Apollo - Day 5
Olympia
Explore Ancient Olympia, where the Olympic Games started. You'll see the ruined Temple of Zeus, the athletes' gymnasium, and the Ancient Stadium with its stone starting markers. In the evening, a local chef walks you through a cooking demonstration of classic Greek cuisine, then you have a Highlight Dinner.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Dinner with Wine and cooking demonstration)
Included Activities
- Visit to Temple of Zeus
- Visit to Ancient Stadium of Olympia
- Visit to athletes gymnasium
- Cooking demonstration with local chef
- Highlight Dinner with Greek cuisine
Landmarks Ancient Olympia Temple of Zeus Ancient Stadium of Olympia - Day 6
Mycenae to Athens via Nafplio
Your Local Expert takes you through the ruined city of Mycenae, walking under the Lion Gate and seeing royal beehive-tombs and Cyclopean stone walls. You'll meet artisans at a family-run pottery studio. Then you travel to the elegant town of Nafplio, pass by the Corinth Canal along the Saronic Gulf, and arrive in Athens for a hearty Greek dinner.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Dinner with Wine in true Greek style)
Included Activities
- Guided visit to Mycenae
- Visit to Lion Gate
- Visit to royal beehive-tombs
- Visit to pottery studio in Mycenae
- Orientation of Nafplio
- Passage through Corinth Canal
Landmarks Mycenae Lion Gate Nafplio Corinth Canal - Day 7
Athens to Kusadasi (Cruise Embarkation)
The morning in Athens is free for you to do what you like. In the late afternoon, you board your cruise ship and set sail for Kusadasi. Food onboard includes Mediterranean and international cuisine with breakfast, lunch, and dinner served daily, plus a complimentary drinks package with both alcoholic and non-alcoholic options.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Dinner with Wine onboard)
Included Activities
- Cruise embarkation
- Onboard dining and beverage service
- Day 8
Kusadasi and Ephesus
In the morning, you explore the Turkish port of Kusadasi. Your Local Expert takes you to the ancient ruins of Ephesus, one of the world's finest archaeological sites. In the evening, the ship sails on to Rhodes.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch with Wine), Dinner (Dinner with Wine)
Included Activities
- Exploration of Kusadasi
- Guided tour of Ephesus
- Visit to Library of Celsus
- Visit to Amphitheatre
- Visit to House of the Virgin Mary
Landmarks Kusadasi Ephesus Library of Celsus House of the Virgin Mary - Day 9
Rhodes
When you arrive at Rhodes, a medieval fortress built by the Crusaders, the day is yours to explore at your own pace. You can join an included walking tour of the old town with its medieval walls and the village of Lindos, or relax on the golden beaches. By evening, you sail on to Crete.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch with Wine), Dinner (Dinner with Wine)
Included Activities
- Included walking tour of Rhodes old town (optional participation)
Optional Activities
- Walking tour of Rhodes old town
- Visit to Lindos village
- Beach relaxation
Landmarks Rhodes Lindos Acropolis of Lindos Palace of the Grand Master - Day 10
Crete
The ship sails to Crete, which is the birthplace of Zeus in Greek mythology. You have leisure time to explore Agios Nikolaos, or you can join an optional guided visit to King Minos' Palace at Knossos. In the evening, the ship sets sail for Santorini.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch with Wine), Dinner (Dinner with Wine)
Optional Activities
- Guided visit to King Minos' Palace at Knossos
Landmarks Crete Agios Nikolaos Palace of Knossos - Day 11
Santorini
You wake up in Santorini with a full morning to yourself. Take in the sheer cliffs and panoramic views from the white-washed buildings. Explore the capital of Thira with its clifftop restaurants and cafes, or if you're interested, join a Local Expert for a guided visit to Oia, a Cycladic village known for its views of the caldera.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch with Wine), Dinner (Dinner with Wine)
Optional Activities
- Guided visit to Cycladic village of Oia
Landmarks Santorini Thira Oia - Day 12
Milos to Mykonos
Spend plenty of time on the island of Milos with its clear waters and white cliffs. Later in the afternoon, the ship sails for Mykonos. Once you arrive, you can wander the maze of whitewashed streets, check out welcoming tavernas, and experience the nightlife.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch with Wine), Dinner (Dinner with Wine)
Optional Activities
- Exploration of Milos
Landmarks Milos Mykonos - Day 13
Mykonos
The full day on Mykonos is yours. Walk through the sugar cube houses and see the whitewashed windmills that make this Cycladic island so recognizable.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch with Wine), Dinner (Dinner with Wine)
Optional Activities
- Exploration of Mykonos
- Visit to sugar cube houses
- Visit to whitewashed windmills
Landmarks Mykonos - Day 14
Athens
You disembark in the morning and transfer to your hotel in Athens. The day is free, so you can relax, shop, or bargain in the local market. You also have the option to visit the Temple of Poseidon at Cape Sounion if you'd like.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Visit to Temple of Poseidon at Cape Sounion
Landmarks Temple of Poseidon - Day 15
Departure from Athens
You say goodbye to Athens, and a transfer takes you to the airport to end your journey.
- Meals
- Breakfast
