Day 1 : Athens, City of Gods
You are met at the airport and transferred to your hotel. Join your Insight Vacations Representative and fellow travellers this evening for a Welcome Drink.
Accommodation : Divani Palace Acropolis, NEW Hotel, Athens Marriott Hotel
Day 2 : The Glories of Athens
See all the remarkable glories of Athens on a tour of the city. The highlight, of course, is a visit to the Acropolis with the remarkable Parthenon. Enjoy the afternoon at your leisure.
Accommodation : Divani Palace Acropolis, NEW Hotel, Athens Marriott Hotel
Day 3 : Cruising to Thessaloniki Relaxed Start
The morning is at your leisure. Late afternoon, board your cruise ship and set sail for the ancient city of Thessaloniki. While cruising, enjoy an exquisite variety of Mediterranean dishes as well as flavours, aromas and spices from around the world. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are served on-board daily. Your cruise includes a selection of alcoholic beverages and non alcoholic hot and cold beverages are included.
Accommodation : MV Celestyal Journey (or similar).
Day 4 : Discover Thessaloniki Relaxed Start
Today you will have time to explore Greece's second largest city. Walk along the waterfront and enjoy the many cafes along Aristotelous Square and see ancient monuments such as the Arch of Galerius.
Accommodation : MV Celestyal Journey (or similar).
Day 5 : Kusadasi Relaxed Start
This afternoon explore the Turkish port of Kusadasi and explore the ancient ruins of Ephesus with a Local Expert. In the evening, sail on to Crete.
Accommodation : MV Celestyal Journey (or similar).
Day 6 : Crete Relaxed Start
Start your morning on Crete, Greece’s largest island, and the fifth largest in the Mediterranean. Home to myths and legends, including Zeus' birthplace and the Minotaur, embark on an epic tour to the capital city of Heraklion and absorb the rich history of Europe’s first advanced civilization with a visit to King Minos' Palace in Knossos. In the evening, your cruise continues to Santorini.
Accommodation : MV Celestyal Journey (or similar).
Day 7 : Discovering Crete and Santorini Relaxed Start
Arrive in Santorini and gaze at the sheer cliffs and dazzling panorama. Explore the capital of Thira, with its clifftop restaurants and cafés, breathtaking views and amazing sunsets. This evening is free for you to explore Santorini's nightlife.
Accommodation : MV Celestyal Journey (or similar).
Day 8 : Mykonos Relaxed Start
The full day is yours to relax and explore Mykonos, with its dazzling sugar cube houses and whitewashed windmills. This evening, there is time to enjoy the buzzing nightlife.
Accommodation : MV Celestyal Experience (or similar).
Day 9 : Mykonos to Milos Relaxed Start
Today is yours to enjoy the gorgeous island of Milos, with its crystal waters and white cliffs. There will be time to explore the capital of Plaka or soak up the sun on the flat rocks of Sarakiniko Beach.
Accommodation : MV Celestyal Journey (or similar).
Day 10 : Athens at Leisure Relaxed Start
Disembark in the morning and transfer to your hotel where you are at leisure. Relax, shop or bargain in the local market. Perhaps ask about an optional experience to the Temple of Poseidon at Cape Sounion?
Accommodation : Divani Palace Acropolis, NEW Hotel, Athens Marriott Hotel
Day 11 : Depart Athens
Bid farewell to Athens. Your journey ends with a transfer to the airport.