Iconic Aegean With 4-night Cruise
8 Days
Tour Description
Looking for a holiday to Greece that includes sightseeing, sailing, learning, lounging, discovering, and dancing? Eureka, this is it! Just as the Greek mathematician Archimedes shouted this exclamation after his great discovery, so will you as you float through the ancient ruins of Athens and then set sail for a 4-night Aegean Sea cruise to the historic coast of Turkey and the sunny Greek Isles. In between poolside chilling, you’ll discover the hottest sights of the Greek Islands—the towering windmills of Mykonos, the fortress-lined Old Town of Rhodes, Crete’s Bronze Age settlement of Knossos, and Santorini’s serene whitewashed and blue-roofed villages. Get ready for ruins and resorts, baklava and beaches, and ouzo and oodles of fun on this relaxing land and cruise tour of gorgeous Greece.
Traveller Notes
We’ve packed everything you need for the perfect holiday—from hand-selected hotels and dining to the friendly expertise of Globus Tour Directors and Local Guides (with headsets to hear every word), to seamless transportation between destinations and VIP access to the world’s most iconic sites! Touring by private, first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach with free Wi-Fi.
Traveller Notes
We’ve packed everything you need for the perfect holiday—from hand-selected hotels and dining to the friendly expertise of Globus Tour Directors and Local Guides (with headsets to hear every word), to seamless transportation between destinations and VIP access to the world’s most iconic sites! Touring by private, first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach with free Wi-Fi.
Priced From:
$ 4862pp *
Start Location: Athens, Greece
End Location: Athens, Greece
Major Destinations: Athens ,Cruising,Ephesus,Patmos,Knossos
Breakfast Meals Included:
7
Lunch Meals Included:
4
Dinner Meals Included:
4
Itinerary
Day
1
ARRIVE IN ATHENS, GREECE
Welcome to Athens!
At 6 pm, meet your Globus Host and travel companions for a welcome drink.
Day
2
ATHENS
Marvels & Myths
ATHENS Guided sightseeing includes a visit to the Acropolis and a stop at the Panathenaic Stadium. Free time this afternoon and evening. (B)
TOUR HIGHLIGHT
HISTORIC SPOTS Explore the heart of Ancient Greece, in the historic empire where 5th-century BC landmarks, including the Acropolis, never fail to amaze! See the Panathenaic Stadium one of the venues for the first modern Olympic Games.
Day
3
ATHENS (EMBARKATION)-MYKONOS
Beyond the Shore
ATHENS Embark on your Greek Islands cruise.
MYKONOS Enjoy free time to explore. (B,L,D)
FREE TIME TIPS
EXPLORE MORE Your dreams of the Greek Islands come true with free time in Mykonos. This Aegean paradise of pristine waters and beaches, mixed with a lively nightlife scene is only made brighter by the iconic 16th-century windmills that dot the hillside above.
Day
4
CRUISING: KUSADASI, TURKEY-PATMOS, GREECE
Turkish Treasures
KUSADASI Visit the excavations of Ephesus.
PATMOS Afternoon call. (B,L,D)
TOUR HIGHLIGHT
HISTORIC SPOT Pull into port in Turkey to explore the fascinating Greek, Roman, and Byzantine excavations of Ephesus - one of the best-preserved ancient cities in the world - with the historic ruins of the Library of Celsus, the Basilica of St. John, and the Temple of Artemis.
Day
5
CRUISING: RHODES
Blue Heaven
RHODES Enjoy a full day in port. Join a guided sightseeing of the Acropolis of Lindos. (B,L,D)
TOUR HIGHLIGHT
HISTORIC SIGHTS Rhodes is one of the most beautiful islands in Greece, in addition to its gorgeous beaches, you'll see the fascinating archaeological ruins of the legendary Lindos Acropolis - standing over 100 metres above the sea.
Day
6
CRUISING: HERAKLION, CRETE-SANTORINI
Sun, Sea & Sand
HERAKLION Enjoy free time to explore.
SANTORINI Afternoon call (weather permitting). (B,L,D)
TOUR HIGHLIGHT
NATURAL WONDERS The largest island in Greece, Crete captures all the wonder you have imagined a Greek island to be - a brilliant landscape of ancient ruins, lively sidewalks, and stunning beaches.
Day
7
ATHENS (DISEMBARKATION)
Capital Ideas
ATHENS Disembark your ship for a free day in Athens. (B)
FREE TIME TIPS
EXPLORE MORE There are countless ways to enjoy free time in the birthplace of democracy, arts, science, and the philosophy of western civilisation! Explore the urban landscapes and lively restaurants in this historic capital and enjoy the sunny slopes of this iconic city. Stroll in the shadow of the Acropolis in the village atmosphere of Plaka. Walk along the narrow cobblestone streets to browse jewellery stores and ceramics shops, then linger in a sidewalk cafe or taverna to celebrate your Greek adventure.
Day
8
ATHENS
Safe travels until we meet again!
Your holiday ends with breakfast this morning. (B)
Dates & prices
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Departure Date :
2024-10-05
Return Date :
2024-10-12
Single :
6591 NZD
Twin :
5022 NZD
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Departure Date :
2024-09-28
Return Date :
2024-10-05
Single :
6891 NZD
Twin :
5322 NZD
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Departure Date :
2024-09-21
Return Date :
2024-09-28
Single :
6921 NZD
Twin :
5352 NZD
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2024-09-14
Return Date :
2024-09-21
Single :
6921 NZD
Twin :
5352 NZD
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2024-09-07
Return Date :
2024-09-14
Single :
6921 NZD
Twin :
5352 NZD
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Departure Date :
2024-08-31
Return Date :
2024-09-07
Single :
6921 NZD
Twin :
5352 NZD
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Departure Date :
2024-08-24
Return Date :
2024-08-31
Single :
6761 NZD
Twin :
5192 NZD
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2024-08-17
Return Date :
2024-08-24
Single :
6761 NZD
Twin :
5192 NZD
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2024-08-10
Return Date :
2024-08-17
Single :
6761 NZD
Twin :
5192 NZD
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2024-08-03
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2024-08-10
Single :
6761 NZD
Twin :
5192 NZD
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2024-07-27
Return Date :
2024-08-03
Single :
6761 NZD
Twin :
5192 NZD
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2024-07-06
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2024-07-13
Single :
6761 NZD
Twin :
5192 NZD
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2024-06-29
Return Date :
2024-07-06
Single :
6761 NZD
Twin :
5192 NZD
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2024-06-22
Return Date :
2024-06-29
Single :
6731 NZD
Twin :
5162 NZD
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2024-06-15
Return Date :
2024-06-22
Single :
6731 NZD
Twin :
5162 NZD
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2024-06-08
Return Date :
2024-06-15
Single :
6731 NZD
Twin :
5162 NZD
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2024-06-01
Return Date :
2024-06-08
Single :
6811 NZD
Twin :
5242 NZD
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2024-05-25
Return Date :
2024-06-01
Single :
6731 NZD
Twin :
5162 NZD
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2024-05-18
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2024-05-25
Single :
6731 NZD
Twin :
5162 NZD
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2024-05-11
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2024-05-18
Single :
6731 NZD
Twin :
5162 NZD
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2024-05-04
Return Date :
2024-05-11
Single :
6731 NZD
Twin :
5162 NZD
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Departure Date :
2024-04-27
Return Date :
2024-05-04
Single :
6471 NZD
Twin :
4902 NZD
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Departure Date :
2024-04-20
Return Date :
2024-04-27
Single :
6431 NZD
Twin :
4862 NZD
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