From July. 1 to August. 31, 2010 you can save up to $125 per person on our brochure programs
Summer Savings are valid on all our destinations: Italy, France, Spain, Portugal, Greece, Turkey, Cyprus, Egypt, Israel, Jordan and our River Cruises.
Contact our Call Center to take advantage of the Summer Savings on a wide selection of our brochure programs.
Other Specials to consider:
GROUPS, FAMILIES & FRIENDS 1 free Land or Land/Cruise for every 15 paid passengers traveling together on Louis Cruises 1 free Cruise for every 9 paid adult passengers travelling together on select Europe River Cruises.
4th or 5th NIGHT FREE Enjoy 1 night FREE for every 3 or 4 paid nights at select hotels in Rome,Florence and Venice. (Indicated in red.)
KIDS SAIL FREE Kids, 16 years and under, cruise FREE when sharing a cabin with two adults on Louis Cruises. Children only pay port taxes.
Central Holidays Amenities Every traveler on our escorted tours, cruises and independent packages (as featured) will receive: • travel bag • travel wallet • luggage tags • hotellist • travel tips • sightseeing information • Global Discount Phone card with prices as low as 99 cents per minute • Duty-Free shopping card • special international cell phone offer... and much more!
Note: Summer Savings are valid for new bookings received between July. 1 and August. 31, 2010, for travel July. 1, 2010 to Mar. 31, 2011. Summer Savings are valid on select programs as they appear in all our brochures: Italy, France, Spain, Portugal, Greece, Turkey, Cyprus, Egypt & Enchanting River Cruises. Summer Savings are based on $50 per person on Independent & River Cruise programs and $125 per person on motorcoach programs. Some programs may not qualify for the Summer Savings offer - please contact our call center for a list of eligible programs. This offer is not combinable with other offers or promotions. Other exclusions & restrictions may apply.
"Santorini and the Aegean" is a Hosted Tour plus Cruise in which you will explore the finer islands of the Aegean. You will also spend two days exploring all the wonders of Santorini. You will sail to the volcano island of Santorini where you will visit the town perched high above the ocean before disembarking to your hotel. The second day of your visit in Santorini you can relax on the black sand beaches or take an optional tour of a local winery. The half-day guided city tour of Athens takes you to the Acropolis, one of the most historically important ruins in Western civilization. You will also travel to Kusadasi, Patmos, Rhodes, Heraklion, and Mykonos. You will also be provided with four star accommodations in Santorini.
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Tour Features
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Air transportation from NYC, including fuel surcharge, (only included with Air/Land/Cruise plan) OTHER GATEWAYS AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST
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Flight Santorini/Athens (only included with Air/Land/Cruise plan)
4-day/3-night cruise to the Aegean Isles and Turkey, inside cabin with two lower beds (Category IB)
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Onboard the M/V AQUAMARINE including: - Captain's Welcome Cocktail Reception & Farewell Dinner - Full entertainment program & midnight snack buffet daily
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Buffet breakfast daily in Athens and Santorini - PLUS breakfast, lunch and dinner daily during cruise
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Half-day city tour of Athens
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Assistance at the hotel in Athens by local representative
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All transfers per itinerary (Land/Cruise rates do not include airport transfers at arrival and departure city)
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Travel bag, one per person
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Document holder and luggage tags
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Hotel taxes & service charges
Day 1 Thu Depart USA
Overnight transatlantic flight to Athens. Meals and refreshments served on board
Day 2 Fri Athens
Arrive at Athens Airport where you will meet your Central Holidays tour host and transfer to your hotel in Athens. Balance of day at leisure.
Day 3 Sat Athens
Half-day morning city tour includes highlights of Athens and the Acropolis plus the new Acropolis Museum. Afternoon and balance of day at leisure. (B)
Day 4 Sun Athens
A full day at leisure to explore this fascinating city on your own or take an optional tour to Delphi or Argolis. (B)
Day 5 Mon Cruise/Mykonos
After breakfast, transfer to the port of Piraeus and sail to Mykonos. Known for its white-washed buildings, sidewalk cafes and shops, this cosmopolitan island offers great beaches and a lively harbor town. Sail this evening. (B,L,D)
Day 6 Tue Kusadasi/Patmos
Morning arrival in Kusadasi, Turkey, located nearby Ephesus, one of the 'Seven Wonders of the Ancient World'. Wander through the famous Turkish bazaar or enjoy an optional tour of Ephesus. This afternoon sail to Patmos, site of the Monastery of St. John the Divine and the Grotto of the Apocalypse. Optional excursion to visit these sites is available. Evening departure for Rhodes. (B,L,D)
Day 7 Wed Rhodes
A day on the Island of Roses, famed for its Medieval Old Town, great shopping and ancient site of the Colossus of Rhodes. Visit the Temple of Athena on the majestic Acropolis of Lindos, overlooking the Bay of Paul (optional) or visit the Valley of Butterflies on your own. Sail in the evening. (B,L,D)
Day 8 Thu Heraklion/Santorini
Morning call at Greece's largest island, Crete. Visit Knossos and the Palace of King Minos (optional). Later you sail for the volcanic island of Santorini. Some of the villages are perched on the rim of the volcano and believed by many to be the site of the Lost Continent of Atlantis. Disembark and transfer to your hotel here. (B,L)
Day 9 Fri Santorini
A full day to take in the wonders of this island. Optional visit to a local winery or relax at one of the black sand beaches. A magnificent sunset awaits you. (B)
Day 10 Sat Santorini
Full day at leisure to explore on your own. Be sure to schedule a visit the excavations at Akrotiri (optional). (B)
Day 11 Sun Santorini/Athens/USA
A short flight to Athens Airport, where you connect with your return flight to the USA, arriving the same day. (B)
US Departures for 2010
Now that you have chosen your package, the following chart below shows “Land Only” rates. To add your airfare, go to Book your Package, select "Flight + Land", select your departure date and departure city and you will add our most competitive airfares to your land price.
Rates (except cruise portion) indicated on the website are subject to currency fluctuations. The correct price is available by either booking your reservation online or through our Call Center at 1-800-935-5000.
Once we have received your deposit, the price is guaranteed from any future fluctuations in the rate of exchange.
Special Airfares are available for this selected packages.
Cabin Upgrade: Supplements (in double) Per Person Outside 2 Lower Beds Cat XA & XB $ 69.00 to $77.00 p.p Superior Cabin Cat XC $ 128.00 to $ 148.00 p.p Deluxe Cabin Cat XD $ 187.00 to $ 208.00 p.p
FREE CRUISE for children under 16 years of age if sharing cabin with two adults.
Plus applicable airport taxes and fees. Port Taxes $ 105.00 p.p. No fuel surcharge for cruise portion
Price is per person based on double occupancy and may vary according to hotel selection. Rates for Single/Triple/Children and additional nights in Athens are available. A SELECTION OF OTHER HOTELS IS AVAILABLE.
On board our classic cruise ships you will be pampered by our crew. All staterooms are equipped with shower, WC, wash basin, air conditioning with individual thermostat control, safety boxes, telephone with direct dial , radio and TV. Facilities. Dining room, Buffet, Entertainment Lounge, Bars and Disco, Pub, Children Club, Casino, Beauty Salon, Fitness Center, Basketball & Volley Court, Sauna / Massage, Swimming pool, Internet Corner, Fully air-conditioned, Telephone Fax, Satellite, Telephone, Doctor on board, Duty Free & Travel Value Shop. Technical Data: Gross Tonnage: 23.149 - Length: 635.33 feet Breadth: 78.74 feet - Draught: 22.05 feet - Cruising speed: 17 knots Passenger Decks: 7 - Elevators: 4 - Stabilizers: yes - Electric Current: 110V AC Classification Society: DNW
Amenities
When at sea, relax on one of our spacious sun decks, read your favorite book, play a game of cards in our library, take dancing lessons or enjoy a daily work out at the fitness center followed by a complete make over in the beauty salon or our full service health spa. A refreshing swim in the pool will prepare you for our Shore Excursion Program that offers a variety of interesting tour options ashore. Take in the sights and sounds of foreign lands. Clear blue skies, unspoiled scenery, fascinating archaeological sites, friendly vibrant people, delicious food, captivating music and dances will entertain your mind, body and soul. At sunset the lights come on and the atmosphere onboard changes completely! Enjoy the company of newfound friends, try your luck in the casino, enjoy the show and then hit the dance floor in the disco till early morning hours! Children's Activites. Onboard there are menus, activities and a variety of entertainment designed to suit every family member from kids to grandparents. In our onboard Duty Free and Travel Value shops, you will find an extensive selection of international brands and designer products.
Dining
From early morning to late at night, there will hardly be a moment that you will not be tempted by something delicious and appetizing. Aromas from an outdoor fresh pasta station or a teatime buffet full of tasty sandwiches and pastries are bound to break your resolve. Our cuisine combines the exquisite variety of the Mediterranean with other popular flavours from around the world, creating a culinary harmony that suits every palate. All our food is produced onboard and we are sensitive to modern dietary concerns, using healthy preparation methods and fresh ingredients. So eat to your heart�s content in our well designed restaurants with pleasing sea views!
Athens by night $91This Tour is Available from:Athens
Athens by night with dinner Departure time: Between 7:25pm and 8:10pm Schedule: From April to October: Daily. From November to March: on Thursdays and Saturdays only. Duration: 4 hours Highlights: Scenic drive followed by dinner in the Plaka district, including a show at a typical Greek taverna.
Full day Argolis $151This Tour is Available from:Athens
Full day Argolis with lunch Departure time: Between 7:35am and 8:10am Schedule: From April to October: on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays only. From November to March: on Tuesdays and Saturdays only. Duration: 8 hours
Highlights: Lion's Gate, the tomb of Agamemnon, the Palace, Epidaurus and its theater.
Full-day cruise Hydra-Poros-Aegina $153This Tour is Available from:Athens
Full day cruise Hydra-Poros-Aegina with lunch Departure time: Between 7:20am and 7:40am Schedule: Daily Duration: 8 hours
Highlights: Tome at leisure on the Island of Hydra. Visit of Poros on the Island of Aegina.
Full-day Delphi $157This Tour is Available from:Athens
Full day Delphi with lunch Departure time: Between 7:35am and 8:10am Schedule: From April to October: Daily. From November to March: on Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays only. Duration: 8 hours
Highlights: Drive through Levadia and Arachova to Delphi, the ancient sanctuary of Apollo. Visit the museum and Temple of Apollo.
Half-day ancient Corinth $101This Tour is Available from:Athens
Half day ancient Corinth Departure time: Between 7:35am and 7:40am Schedule: From April to October only: on Mondays and Fridays only. Duration: 4 hours
Highlights:See the Ancient town of Corinth where St. Paul lived and preached for two years. The remains of the city include the Agora, the Apollo s Temple and the ancient port where St. Paul disembarked.
Half-day Cape Sounion $56This Tour is Available from:Athens
Half day Cape Sounion Departure time: Between 2:10pm and 2:45pm Schedule: From April to October: Daily. From November to March: on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays only. Duration: 4 hours
Highlights: Scenic drive along the coastal road followed by a visit of Cape Sounion, dominated by the Temple of Poseidon
Half-day tour of Athens $84This Tour is Available from:Athens
Half day Tour of Athens Departure time: Between 7:35am and 8:10am Schedule: Daily Duration: 4 hours
Highlights: Roman Temple of Olympian Seuz, the Acropolis, the Parthenon, the Propylaea, the Temple of Athena Nike and the Erechteion, Acropolis Museum (museum will reopen sometime in 2009 - no offical date is available).