Touch down in Athens and transfer to the hotel, in the heart of the city where you can soak up the hustle and bustle of the mega-metropolis. Enjoy the remainder of the day at your leisure, exploring the vibrant Athenian neighbourhoods and sampling delicious Greek cuisine. Overnight stay in Athens.

Breakfast at the hotel. Discover Athens today with a guided sightseeing tour. Begin with a panoramic tour of the city to see the Parliament Building, the University, National Library and Academy of Arts. Be awe-struck by the Temple of Olympian Zeus and the Panathenaic Stadium, carved from marble and famous as the site of the first modern Olympics in 1896. Next, pay a visit to the spectacular Athens Acropolis to explore one of the most famous archaeological sites on earth! Walk in the footsteps of the greats and finish the tour with an eye-opening visit to the New Acropolis Museum, home to the most impressive treasures unearthed from the Acropolis and ancient Athens.* The remainder of the day is free at your leisure to soak up the lively atmosphere of the city come nightfall and dine on delicious Greek cuisine. Alternatively, why not opt for an excursion to the amazing Temple of Poseidon at Cape Sounion?** Overnight stay in Athens.

* From January 1st 2023, the entrance fee to the Acropolis will be included.

Please note: At the Athens Acropolis, the terrain is quite uneven underfoot and includes a number of stairs. It may not be suitable for those with reduced mobility.

** Optional Excursion to Cape Sounion: Set off for Cape Sounion to see the amazing Temple of Poseidon, the ruins of which date back to the Golden Age of Athens. Overlooking the sea, the silhouette of this ancient temple is one of the most picturesque sights in Greece. Entrance fee to be paid at the destination (approx. 10 euros per person).

Breakfast at the hotel. Leave the capital behind as you travel to Delphi, thought to be the center of the ancient Greek world. In Ancient Greece, Delphi was the home of the Pythia, a priestess who had the ability to consult the Oracle in order to tell the future. Visit the archaeological site, home to the Temple of Apollo, the Athenian Stoa and the Treasury of the Athenians, and take in the captivating mountain views. Next, depart to Kalambaka (approx. 3.5 hr journey), home to amazing rock formations and ancient hilltop monasteries. Check-in and get settled at the hotel before enjoy an evening at your leisure. Dinner and overnight stay in Kalambaka.

Please note: At Delphi, the terrain is quite uneven underfoot and includes a number of stairs and steep paths. It may not be suitable for those with reduced mobility.

Breakfast at the hotel. Spend the day discovering the fascinating heritage of Meteora on an excursion to the floating Monasteries of Meteora.* Perched atop gravity-defying rocky peaks, the monasteries of Meteora are a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the 6 remaining monasteries are still active today. Established between the 12th and 16th centuries, the monks chose this isolated and hard to reach location to build their monasteries in order to escape the political and religious upheaval of the Middle Ages. Visit up to two of these ancient sites and enjoy the amazing views across the Plain of Thessaly. Afterwards, depart to Athens and transfer to the hotel (approx. 4.5 hr journey). The evening is free at your leisure to explore the atmosphere of Syntagma Square or enjoy the city's lively nightlife. Overnight stay in Athens. 

* Entrance fee must be paid at the destination (approx. 3 euros per person at each monastery).

Please note: At Meteora, the terrain is quite uneven underfoot and you will be required to climb a number of stairs in order to visit the monasteries. It may not be suitable for those with reduced mobility. Modest dress is required to enter the monasteries of Meteora. This includes a long skirt (not trousers) and covered neckline/shoulders for women, and long trousers for men. 

Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to the port of Lavrio this morning, where you'll board the ship ready to embark on an unforgettable full-board 3-night cruise around the eternal Greek islands. Your home for the next three nights is fully-equipped to ensure you have a memorable experience. Make the most of the Greek sunshine at the onboard pool and savour authentic Greek cuisine with three meals a day and an unlimited drinks package. All you have to do is sit back and enjoy! Set sail across the Aegean Sea, headed for your first stop of the journey: Mykonos! Famous for its vibrant nightlife and picture-perfect architecture, arrive in the evening and enjoy some time to explore at your leisure, soaking up the Mediterranean ambience or stopping for a sunset cocktail at a local taverna. Return to the ship and spend the night on board.

Full-board. This morning you'll anchor in Kusadasi, on Turkey's Aegean coast. This port city is the gateway to the ancient city of Ephesus, one of the best-preserved archaeological sites in the region. Disembark and set off on an included excursion to Ephesus to discover the secrets of this fascinating Greco-Roman Site. Back on board, leave Turkey behind as you navigate towards the island of Patmos. Part of Greece’s Dodecanese island group, Patmos is a famous place of Christian pilgrimage. To learn more about its spiritual heritage, we recommend an optional excursion to the Monastery of St. John.* Otherwise, spend some time exploring the island's pretty towns and tranquil coastline at your leisure. Back on board, why not enjoy a drink at the bar as you leave Patmos behind, ready to continue your adventure through the Aegean tomorrow morning! Night on board.

*Optional Excursion to the Monastery of St. John: Founded in 1088, this incredible monastery is named after St. John of Patmos, the author of the Book of Revelations. Pay a visit to this important centre of religious learning before heading to the sacred Grotto of the Apocalypse, said to be the place where St. John received his heavenly visions. 

Full-board. As the sun rises this morning, you'll arrive at the the port of Heraklion on the historic island of Crete. Famed for its rich Minoan heritage this large island is one of the most popular in all of Greece. Disembark and set off on an included excursion to the Palace of Knossos. A bronze-age archaeological site, the Palace of Knossos was once the center of the Minoan civilization and the birthplace of the famous Minotaur and the labyrinth myth! After exploring this legendary site, head back to the ship and set sail for Santorini, believed by some to be the lost city of Atlantis! Nowadays, its better known for its sophisticated atmosphere and sensational sunset views. Get to know the island better with an optional excursion to Oia, famed for its blue-domed roofs and charming cobblestone streets.* Depart Santorini in the evening and enjoy a relaxing night on board. 

*Optional Oia Tour in Santorini: Discover the cobblestoned streets of Oia as you enjoy a tour of this pretty town. Take in the fabulous views from its hilltop streets and admire the blue-domed roofs of its white buildings and you get to know Santorini's best-loved destination!

Please note: For departures during the month of November 2022 or 2023 or between March 17th and March 24th 2023, the cruise will not visit the island of Crete. During these periods, the optional Oia Tour in Santorini will be included.

Breakfast on board. Disembark the ship this morning and take a transfer back to Athens. After checking in at the hotel, the remainder of the day is free to enjoy the Greek capital at your leisure. Do some last-minute souvenir shopping, perhaps for some authentic Greek sandals or local delicacies or pay a visit to some of the city's top sights such as the beautiful National Gardens, the National Museum of Contemporary Art or the Technopolis Cultural Center. Overnight stay in Athens.