12 Day Athenian with 4 Day Cruise

$1619 Land Only

$2329* Air & Land

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Highlights Package Includes Round trip flights NYC-Athens Other departure cities available. Click on date of departure for selection and prices. Airline fuel surcharges 10 nights First class accommodations 3 nights Hotel City Plaza, Athens 1 night Amalia, Olympia 1 night Amalia, Delphi ▲ 1 night Amalia, Kalambaka 4 nights Aegean Cruise, M/V Aquamarine, standard inside cabin with 2 lower beds All transfers 21 meals: 10 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 7 dinners Sightseeing per itinerary in modern air-conditioned motor coach Services of English-speaking tour manager (Days 4-7) Entrance fees per itinerary Special Features Acropolis in Athens Meteora Archeological site of Olympia Greek Islands of Mykonos, Patmos,Crete and Santorini Kusadasi, Turkey Greek style informal cruising Visit Mykonos on your Greece Vacation and Cruise Itinerary DAY 1, Monday - Depart USA Depart the USA to Greece. Your flight includes meals, drinks and in-flight entertainment for your journey DAY 2, Tuesday - Arrive in Athens Arrive and transfer to your hotel. Balance of the day at leisure Overnight: Athens DAY 3, Wednesday - Tour Athens Your morning tour of Athens includes visits to the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, Panathenian Stadium, the ruins of the Temple of Zeus and the Acropolis. Enjoy the afternoon at leisure in Athens. Overnight: Athens Meals: Breakfast DAY 4, Thursday - Olympia Depart Athens via the scenic coastal road to the Corinth Canal, where you will visit the amphitheater of Epidaurus, still used today. After envisioning Thespis singing the purest of dithyrambs, continue via Nauplion to Mycenae, the heartland of Greek mythology. Visit the archaeological site known as the "Treasury of Atreus," and the Tomb of Agamemnon, built around 1250 B.C. From here, drive the Central Peloponnese Peninsula, whose primary cities were Corinth and Sparta in classical times, through to the towns of Tripolis and Megalopolis. Continue to Olympia, birthplace of the first Olympic Games Overnight: Olympia Meals: Breakfast, Dinner DAY 5, Friday - Delphi Visit the archaeological site of Olympia, including the Sanctuary of Olympian Zeus, the ancient stadium, and the Archaeological Museum, where Greek works of art such as Nike of Paionios and terracotta statues date to 5th century B.C. Drive north through the plains of Eliad and Achaia, crossing the Corinth Strait via a cabled bridge from Rion to Antirion. Pass the towns of Nafpactos and Itea en route to the city of Delphi, home of the ruins of the Tholos Temple Overnight: Delphi Meals: Breakfast, Dinner DAY 6, Saturday - Kalambaka In the morning, visit the excavated site and museum of Delphi, where you will find the sacred Omphalos, once kept in the Adyton of Apollo's Temple, along with the Kourus Statues, Kleobis and Viton, and the 32 foot high Sphinx of Naxos, sitting on an Ionic column (circa 560 B.C.). Continue to the small town of Kalambaka, situated amidst smooth sandstone cliffs in the foothills of Meteora Overnight: Kalambaka Meals: Breakfast, Dinner DAY 7, Sunday - Meteora & Athens Visit Meteora, meaning "suspended in the air," with its mystical monasteries nestled perilously close to the edge of the bizarre rock formations. View exquisite specimens of Byzantine art, and then continue past Thermopylae, arriving in Athens in the early evening. Overnight: Athens Meals: Breakfast DAY 8, Monday - Mykonos Early morning transfer to pier for embarkation. Ship sails at 11:00 a.m. Cruise to Mykonos (Greece), and enjoy an evening on the island from 6:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. Overnight: Cruise Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner DAY 9, Tuesday - Kusadasi & Patmos Enjoy breakfast on board and the morning at leisure in Kusadasi (Ephesus, Turkey) from 7:00 a.m. to noon. Renowned for its beaches and attractive view of the Aegean, Kusadasi is near to several historical sites including Ephesus, the Temple of Artemis and the House of the Virgin Mary. Evening at leisure in Patmos (Greece) from 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Sail to Rhodes Overnight: Cruise Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner DAY 10, Wednesday - Rhodes Enjoy a full day on the island of Rhodes (Greece) from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., the largest island of the Dodecanese archipelago. Explore the island's medieval Old Town, preserved in and around the walls of a Venetian castle, built by the 14th century Knights of St. John. Declared by UNESCO a World Heritage Site, the citadel of Rhodes, located at the far northern end of the island, is considered one of the best preserved medieval towns in the Mediterranean Overnight: Cruise Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner DAY 11, Thursday - Crete & Santorini Arrive this morning in Heraklion (Crete, Greece) at 7:00 a.m., one of the four prefectures that constitute the island of Crete. Take a half-day tracing the footsteps of the artist El Greco on this once pirate-laden base, independently. At noon, cruise to Santorini (Greece), and enjoy an evening on Santorini Island from 4:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., an island known throughout the world for its sandy beaches, colorful sunsets, and whitewashed buildings along the sea-cliffs Overnight: Cruise Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner DAY 12, Friday - Depart for USA Disembark in Piraeus at 7:00 a.m. Transfer to the airport for your departure flight Meals: Breakfast Optionals Book your Optional Tours before you travel and see more, save time, save money, and protect your investment. Tours purchased while traveling cost at least 10% more! Tours often sell out - avoid disappointment! Save your cash - many countries do not accept credit cards. Travel insurance only covers services purchased prior to final payment. Book your Optional Tours before you travel and see more, save time, save money, and protect your investment. Tours purchased while traveling cost at least 10% more! Tours often sell out - avoid disappointment! Save your cash - many countries do not accept credit cards. Travel insurance only covers services purchased prior to final payment. Rates & Hotels Click On A Date To Book Online * All Prices are in USD 2008 Land/Cruise Only Air & Land/Cruise Aug 4 1709 2849 Sep 1 1809 2949 Sep 15 (Sold Out) 1819 2729 Sep 29; Oct 13 1819 2729 Oct 27 1629 2339 Nov 3 1619 2329 *Not included: airport taxes, fees & September 11th Security Fee, port charge of $90, shore excursions, tips (see Terms & Conditions). Land only price does not include arrival/departure transfers. As taxis are difficult to find upon disembarkation, we suggest that the departure transfer is pre-booked. Kindly plan your departure flight from Athens Airport no earlier than 10:00 AM in order to allow for the ship's disembarkation. If this is not possible, an additional night in Athens will be required. Click here for Ports of Call information. Visas are not required for shore excursions to Kusadasi and Istanbul. Upgrades for Athens hotels and cabin category choices: Stanley Hotel / Superior Inside Cabin Divani Palace Acropolis / Standard Outside Cabin Royal Olympic / Superior Outside Cabin Superior Outside Plan, Athens Hotel: The following departures will be accommodated at the N J V Athens Plaza Hotel: Apr 7; June 9 Cabin Categories Cabin Standard Inside - [details] Louis Hellenic Cruises   Athens Louis Hellenic Cruise Lines organizes a variety cruises to Greece and the Greek Islands. Vessels are modest, renovated older ships. They are typically small vessels, carrying no more than 1000 passengers, thus providing embarking and disembarking ease and the ability to access smaller ports on shorter itineraries of 3, 4 and 7 days. Services are limited by each ship's individual characteristics. [more] Hotel City Plaza   Athens This tourist class hotel is centrally located in the financial district close to many major attractions. [more] Amalia Hotel Olympia   Olympia This first class hotel is situated near many of the archaeological sites of Olympia including the Olympic Stadium and the Sanctuary of Zeus. [more] Amalia Hotel   Delphi This first class hotel is located within walking distance of the town and main tourist attractions. [more] Amalia Hotel   Kalambaka This first class hotel sits in Kalambaka near Meteora, a site famous for its monasteries built around 1100 AD. [more] Cabin Superior Inside - [details] Louis Hellenic Cruises   Athens Louis Hellenic Cruise Lines organizes a variety cruises to Greece and the Greek Islands. Vessels are modest, renovated older ships. They are typically small vessels, carrying no more than 1000 passengers, thus providing embarking and disembarking ease and the ability to access smaller ports on shorter itineraries of 3, 4 and 7 days. Services are limited by each ship's individual characteristics. [more] Stanley Hotel   Athens This superior tourist class hotel a short walk to the historical center of Athens including the Plaka, the Acropolis, and the Archaeological Museum. [more] Amalia Hotel Olympia   Olympia This first class hotel is situated near many of the archaeological sites of Olympia including the Olympic Stadium and the Sanctuary of Zeus. [more] Amalia Hotel   Delphi This first class hotel is located within walking distance of the town and main tourist attractions. [more] Amalia Hotel   Kalambaka This first class hotel sits in Kalambaka near Meteora, a site famous for its monasteries built around 1100 AD. [more] Cabin Standard Outside - [details] Louis Hellenic Cruises   Athens Louis Hellenic Cruise Lines organizes a variety cruises to Greece and the Greek Islands. Vessels are modest, renovated older ships. They are typically small vessels, carrying no more than 1000 passengers, thus providing embarking and disembarking ease and the ability to access smaller ports on shorter itineraries of 3, 4 and 7 days. Services are limited by each ship's individual characteristics. [more] Divani Palace Acropolis   Athens This superior first hotel has a unique feature due to the ancient ruins that were found in its foundation. These ruins have been incorporated into the hotel's architectural design. [more] Amalia Hotel Olympia   Olympia This first class hotel is situated near many of the archaeological sites of Olympia including the Olympic Stadium and the Sanctuary of Zeus. [more] Amalia Hotel   Delphi This first class hotel is located within walking distance of the town and main tourist attractions. [more] Amalia Hotel   Kalambaka This first class hotel sits in Kalambaka near Meteora, a site famous for its monasteries built around 1100 AD. [more] Cabin Superior Outside - [details] Louis Hellenic Cruises   Athens Louis Hellenic Cruise Lines organizes a variety cruises to Greece and the Greek Islands. Vessels are modest, renovated older ships. They are typically small vessels, carrying no more than 1000 passengers, thus providing embarking and disembarking ease and the ability to access smaller ports on shorter itineraries of 3, 4 and 7 days. Services are limited by each ship's individual characteristics. [more] Royal Olympic   Athens This deluxe hotel is located next to the Plaka and adjacent to the Temple of Zeus and the Acropolis. [more] N J V Athens Plaza Hotel   Athens This deluxe hotel is centrally located in Constitution Square, in the heart of the business district. [more] Amalia Hotel Olympia   Olympia This first class hotel is situated near many of the archaeological sites of Olympia including the Olympic Stadium and the Sanctuary of Zeus. [more] Amalia Hotel   Delphi This first class hotel is located within walking distance of the town and main tourist attractions. [more] Amalia Hotel   Kalambaka This first class hotel sits in Kalambaka near Meteora, a site famous for its monasteries built around 1100 AD. [more] Package Date: Select Date   Pre/Post Accommodations Pre-Accommodations: Nights   Include Flight? 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Your final flight details, airfare, airport taxes and fees will be advised 11 months prior to travel. Airfares are subject to change. Air reservations may be completed no more than 11 months prior to the date of travel. For travel more than 11 months prior, please call Gate 1 at (800) 682-3333. Accommodations Select Number of Rooms/Cabins   1 2 3 4 Room 1 # of Adults 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 # of Children -- 1 2 3 First Child Age -- 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Second Child Age -- 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Third Child Age -- 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Room 2 # of Adults -- 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 # of Children -- 1 2 3 First Child Age -- 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Second Child Age -- 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Third Child Age -- 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Room 3 # of Adults -- 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 # of Children