Rome and Athens, the two cities that have given the Western World all the standards of law, culture, architecture, art, aesthetics, and religion, from that of antiquity to Christianity. With this European tour package you will visit major landmarks such as the Roman Forum, Colosseum, Trevi Fountain, St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican City, and the awe...Read More
- Day 1
Wednesday - Rome
Arrival into Rome. Balance of the day is at leisure for you to get acquainted with Rome, the “Eternal City”.
- Day 2
Thursday - Rome
Your morning tour reveals Rome’s infinite beauty. The rest of the day is at leisure. Rome is filled with monuments, fountains, antiquities and other sites worth exploring. Use this free day to discover, on your own, all the Eternal City has to offer. Take an optional tour or discover why Roman trattorias are famous for their fine cuisine. (B)
- Day 3
Friday - Rome
Full day at leisure. Stroll down the beautiful Via Condotti or the romantic Spanish Steps. Discover Rome’s hidden treasures at your own pace or perhaps take an optional excursion to Pompeii or Florence. (B)
- Day 4
Saturday - Rome | Athens
This morning transfer to the airport for your flight to Athens (not included). Upon arrival you will be met and transferred to your hotel. Balance of afternoon and evening is at leisure. (B)
- Day 5
Sunday - Athens
Half day morning city tour includes highlights of Athens, the Acropolis plus the new Acropolis Museum. Afternoon and balance of day is at leisure. (B)
- Day 6
Monday - Athens | Mykonos
After breakfast, you transfer to the port of Athens and embark on your cruise ship. Sail to the picturesque isle of Mykonos, known for its windmills and lively harbor. Continue sailing in the evening. (B,L,D)
- Day 7
Tuesday - Kusadasi | Patmos
Morning arrival in Kusadasi, Turkey, located nearby Ephesus, one of the “Seven Wonders of the Ancient World”. This afternoon sail to Patmos, site of the Monastery of St. John the Divine and the Grotto of the Apocalypse. Evening departure for Rhodes. (B,L,D)
- Day 8
Wednesday - Rhodes
A day on the Island of Roses, famed for its Medieval Old Town, great shopping and ancient site of the Colossus of Rhodes. Sail in the evening. (B,L,D)
- Day 9
Thursday - Crete | Santorini
Morning call at Greece’s largest island, Crete. Later you sail for the volcanic island of Santorini where some of the villages are perched on the rim of the volcano. This island is believed by many to be the site of the Lost Continent of Atlantis. View a breathtaking sunset before you sail later this evening. (B,L,D)
- Day 10
Friday - Athens to USA (or extend your stay)
Disembark in Athens this morning and say “kali antamosi” to Greece or extend your stay. (B)