Experience the Acropolis, the Parthenon, the Plaka district and all things Greek during your two-night stay in Athens. Then board your four-night cruise and sail through the Aegean Sea, making stops in Mykonos, Rhodes, Santorini, Heraklion, Patmos and Kusadasi, Turkey. Enjoy free time in each of these exotic ports or choose one of our shore excursions to maximize your stay.
Package Includes
Roundtrip flight2-night accommodations at Stanley Hotel in Athens4-night cabin accommodations aboard the Aegean PearlContinental breakfast daily during hotel stayAll meals on boardHotel taxes and service chargesCruise Line fuel surchargesPackage price excludes airport taxes and fees
(Fuel Surcharges are included in the package price)
Vacation Package Itinerary
CRUISE ITINERARY
Day 1: Piraeus/Athens to Mykonos
Your cruise departs at 11:00 a.m., so arrive with ample time to board for your amazing voyage for the next three days. Please have all necessary documents needed to board the ship. You will board your ship in the port city of Piraeus, lying about 10 kilometers southwest of Central Athens, this city has been the port of Athens since classical times. Cruise through the Aegean on your way to glamorous Mykonos, where we will spend the evening. We arrive at 6:00 p.m. and have enough time to enjoy one of the shore excursions offered through the cruise, or to explore the island on your own. Mykonos is known for beautiful beaches, chic boutiques and a bustling nightlife.Depart Mykonos 11:00 p.m.Day 2: Kusadasi to Patmos
Visit both Turkey and Greece today. Arrive at 7:00 a.m. and start your day in Kusadasi, Turkey. Be sure to visit near by Ephessos, where you can see the Temple of Artemis, one of the Ancient Wonders of the World.Depart Kusadasi 12:00 p.m.Sail on to Patmos, Greece. Patmos is sometimes referred to as the ideal Greek destination due to the wide range of activities. Arrive at 4:00 p.m. and start exploring. With such a short time on the island it is recommended to book a shore excursion to maximize your stay here.Depart Kusadasi 9:00 p.m.Day 3: Rhodes
Wake up in the beautiful Island of Rhodes, the largest island in the Dodecanese. We arrive here at 7:00 a.m. and have the day to explore the peaceful beaches, the old town or join one of the organized shore excursions offered.Depart Rhodes 6:00 p.m.Day 4: Heraklion to Santorini
Make a visit to Crete, arguably the most beautiful Greek Island. Tour the islands historical sites including the Palace of Knosses, just a few miles away from the harbor.Depart Heraklion 11:30 a.m.The sites arriving in Santorini will leave you feeling amazed. The crisp white buildings against the blue Aegean background will leave a lasting impression. With only a few hours on this spectacular island, it would be wise to join a shore excursion to make the most of Santorini.Depart Santorini 9:00 p.m.Day 5: Piraeus/Athens
Arrive Athens 6:00 a.m.Transfer from port to Athens Airport (transfer cost not included in package price)