Greek Escape plus 3-night Iconic Cruise 2024
Tour Operator:
Tour Code:
KGKX4
Start City:
Athens
End City:
Athens
Tour Style:
Tour Quality:
First Class
Tour Length:
11 days
Dates & Prices
| Start Date | End Date | Offers | Brochure Land Price | Quote |
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| Saturday, Oct 19, 2024 | Tuesday, Oct 29, 2024 | Get Lower Price | Get Quote | |
| Saturday, Oct 26, 2024 | Tuesday, Nov 05, 2024 | Get Lower Price | Get Quote | |
| Saturday, Nov 02, 2024 | Tuesday, Nov 12, 2024 | Get Lower Price | Get Quote |
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Tour Itinerary
You’ve dreamed of the sparkling blue waters of the Aegean Sea and the white houses of the Greek Islands. Now you can have both with a guided tour of Greece with a Greek Island cruise. History comes alive on your guided visits to many of Greece's ancient sites. In addition to the Acropolis and Olympia, you'll also visit the ruins in Mycenae, dating from 1,350 to 1,200 BC and described in Homer’s epic poem, “The Iliad.” Also see the amazingly well-preserved, 2,300-year-old open-air theater in Epidaurus. In ancient Greece, people traveled to Delphi to seek the wisdom of the Oracle. Learn about the Oracle, tour the excavations, and visit the Archaeological Museum. To add to your Greek experience, enjoy a cooking demonstration where you learn to make traditional tzatziki; take a sirtaki dance lesson; and try a glass of ouzo. Plus, you'll be accompanied by an expert Tour Director who will bring this country to life by sharing its history, stories, and insider secrets.Your Mediterranean vacation continues with a 3-night Greek cruise on the Aegean Sea! Sail from Athens aboard a Celestyal Cruise ship to dock on the island of Mykonos. Next, you’ll sail towards the shores of Turkey to visit Kusadasi and the ancient excavations of Ephesus. Sail, weather permitting, to the panoramic and volcanic island of Santorini—“The Black Pearl of the Aegean.” Relax while basking in the beauty of the sea as you return to Athens. From the picturesque fishing villages to ancient historic sights and sailing the Aegean Sea, this Greek cruise and tour vacation has it all!
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Day 1
ARRIVE IN ATHENS, GREECEWelcome to Athens! At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and traveling companions for a welcome drink.ATHENS-CARYATUD-PORCH.jpg
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Day 2
ATHENSMarvels & Myths ATHENS Guided sightseeing includes the Acropolis and a picture 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 of the first modern Olympic Games.ATHENS-ACROPOLIS.jpg
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Day 3
ATHENS–CORINTH CANAL–MYCENAE–EPIDAURUS–NAUPLIAGreek History & Heroes CORINTH CANAL Photo stop.MYCENAE Guided visit of the excavations and museum.EPIDAURUS Guided visit of the 2,300-year-old open-air theater before continuing to Nauplia. (B,D) 132mi/212kmTOUR HIGHLIGHT CULTURAL GEM The outdoor auditorium of Epidaurus combines perfect mathematic proportion with excellent acoustics. This fascinating archaeological treasure was used for the healing of patients from all over Greece and was dedicated to Asklepios, the god of healing.EPIDAURUS-THEATER.jpg
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Day 4
NAUPLIA–OLYMPIARuins & Recipes Scenic drive through the Arkadian Mountains.OLYMPIA Guided visit of the archaeological site and the museum. Attend a [LF] cooking demonstration this evening and learn how to make the traditional Greek tzatziki appetizer. (B,D) 112mi/181kmLOCAL FAVORITE LOCAL TASTES Dip into the delicious tradition of Greek tzatziki – a mix of yogurt, cucumbers, garlic, salt, olive oil, vinegar, lemon juice, and herbs such as dill, mint, parsley, and thyme. Learn how to make this quintessential recipe loved the world over.OLYMPIA-TZATZIKI.jpg
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Day 5
OLYMPIA–DELPHIDigs & Dances DELPHI Join a guided visit of the excavations and Archaeological Museum. This evening, [LF] learn how to dance the sirtaki in a dance class while sipping a glass of Ouzo. (B,D) 149mi/239kmLOCAL FAVORITE CULTURE & TRADITION Dance in the steps of Zorba the Greek to learn the sirtaki. This passionate and dramatic dance goes very well with a glass of ouzo, the anice-infused drink the locals are so fond of.DELPHI-AMPHITHEATER.jpg
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Day 6
DELPHI–ARACHOVA–ATHENSMountain Highs ARACHOVA Visit the picturesque mountain town.ATHENS Free time. (B) 118 mi / 190 kmTOUR HIGHLIGHTLOCAL TRADITIONS Besides being one of the most beautiful Greek mountain resorts, popular with celebrities, Arachova is famous for a variety of specialties, including hand-woven textiles, woodwork, cheese and wine.ARACHOVA-CITYSCAPE.jpg
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Day 7
ATHENS–(EMBARKATION): MYKONOSBeyond the Shore ATHENS Embark on your Greek Islands cruise.MYKONOS Free time to explore this evening. (B,L,D)TOUR HIGHLIGHT NATURAL WONDERYour 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.MYKONOS.jpg
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Day 8
CRUISING: KUSADASI, TURKEY–PATMOS, GREECETurkish Treasures KUSADASI Visit the Greek, Roman, and Byzantine 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.KUSADASI-EPHESUS.jpg
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Day 9
CRUISING: SANTORINI, GREECESpectacular Views SANTORINI Visit Oia village and free time to explore (weather permitting). (B,L,D)TOUR HIGHLIGHT PICTURE PERFECT With its postcard-like scenery, the lofty volcanic footprint of Santorini’s Oia caldera landscape embodies the essence of the Cyclades Islands. Spend free time amid azure seas and white and blue houses that line the maze of alleyways.SANTORINI.jpg
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Day 10
ATHENS (DISEMBARKATION)Capital Ideas After breakfast on board, disembark and return to Athens city center. (B)FREE TIME TIPSEXPLORE MORE There are countless ways to enjoy free time in the birthplace of democracy, arts, science, and the philosophy of western civilization! 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 jewelry stores and ceramics shops, then linger in a sidewalk café or taverna to celebrate your Greek adventure.ATHENS-PLAKA-AGORA.jpg
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Day 11
ATHENSSafe travels until we meet again! Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (B)ATHENS-STREET-SCENE.jpg
Meals: Breakfast
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Rotation of ports of call may vary for congestion reasons at certain ports with or without prior notice.
Outside cabin (category XA) - All cabins with two lower beds and private shower and toilet.
Full entertainment program on board.
Included drink package: selection of non-alcoholic & alcoholic drinks.
Globus Host service throughout the cruise.
Please ask your Travel Consultant for cruise ship details. The ship scheduled to depart for the cruise portion of your vacation is the Celestyal Olympia, operated by Celestyal Cruises.
The cruise itinerary for the departures October 21 also stops in Crete. Port of call are as follows – Athens -Mykonos – Kusadasi – Patmos – Crete – Santorini – Athens. The included shore excursion of Oia will be replaced by the Palace of Knossos in Crete.
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All Escapes by Globus tours and departures are excluded from the following Globus discounts: Book Early & Save Discounts, Second Tour Discount and Small Group Discount.
Port Taxes $119 & Gratuities $30 to service personnel on board the ship are not included but additional and mandatory. These fees will be added to your Vacation Estimate. Gratuities for Cruise Host are included in the Globus price.
A fuel surcharge of $24 per person has been implemented by Celestyal Cruises for bookings made October 3, 2022 onward traveling on 2023 sailings.
87-89 Alexandras Avenue
Athens , Greece
National Road Argos
Nauplia , Greece
Pyrgou-Olympias Main Rd
Olympia , Greece
Archaia Olympia - Drouva
Olympia , Greece
1 Apollonos Street
Delphi , Greece
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This was my first guided tour and in most cases it exceeded my expectations. I booked as a solo traveler even though I was with two friends who also booked as solo travelers. At the hotels and then the cruise cabin it was great to have the space to myself. We preceded our trip with three days in Istanbul, which we did on our own and was phenomenal. The hotels booked with Globus were very nice with appropriate amenities. The tour guides, were absolutely wonderful, and the group of 34 people we were traveling with were so much fun. We became one big happy family and I would love to travel with them all again. I think the only negative is the feeling of being rushed all the time. I wish we could have spent more time at some of the locations, but then again, when I think of all the places we visited, I am amazed at how much we saw and how much we did. It was a wonderful opportunity to be able to do this.