Itinerary

Greece's cosmopolitan capital, Athens, connected by Piraeus port, is an exciting blend of ancient and modern. The Grand Promenade seamlessly links the city's main archaeological sites, and a visit isn't complete without exploring the Acropolis—a hill housing ancient ruins, including the iconic Parthenon. For deeper insights, the Acropolis Museum awaits, and a marble path ascends Filopappou Hill, offering majestic views of the 'high city.'

Monemvasia, a medieval castle town on a small islet attached to Greece's mainland, is among Europe's most picturesque and well-preserved medieval towns. Set on a rocky outcrop surrounded by the sea, it thrived as a crucial trading port during the Byzantine and Venetian eras. With narrow cobblestone streets, winding alleyways and charming stone houses, the town invites exploration of castle ruins, churches, boutique shops and rooftop dining.

Mystras - Last Byzantine City

Optional

07 h 00 m

Enjoy the panoramic drive trough orange and olive groves with the mighty Taygetus Mountain in the background
Visit the ancient town of Mystras and his Castle, an old town surrounded by Byzantine walls and with an imposing palace on top of the hill
Walk trough the narrow streets lined with churches and houses, monasteries and palaces

Upgraded - Monemvasia & The Olivie Oil Tradition

Optional

04 h 30 m

Walk through the unique medieval city of Monemvasia where you’’ll encounter the Church of Christ Elkomenos that managed to escape ruin and dates back to the 13th century
As part of our efforts to uphold the cultural heritage and local traditions of the area, you’ll visit the fully restored historic mansion that was once an olive oil factory and is now a museum
Partake in a buffet under the olive trees as your experienced chef prepares traditional Greek delicacies

Monemvasia Castle

Included

02 h 30 m

Explore the marvelous medieval castle of Monemvasia, a World Cultural Heritage monument with an unique atmosphere and fascinating history
Discover The Rock and feel overwhelmed by the magical wildness and history of this place
Be captivated by the impressive church of Christos Elkomenos featuring the heavily-guarded icon of the crucifixion

Adamas, a port town on volcanic Milos in the Cyclades, is a historical treasure trove. The 600-year-old Church of the Holy Trinity epitomises the island's religious legacy. The Catacombs of Milos are a subterranean labyrinth of early Christian tombs dating back to the 1st and 5th centuries AD, while the Ancient Theatre of Milos, stands as a remarkable remnant of the island's classical past.

Milos Highlights

Included

04 h 00 m

Visit to the classic Cycladic village of Plaka, with cobblestone streets and white stone houses accentuated with bougainvillea flowers
Enjoy the idyllic landscape of Papafragas, one of the most impressive sites of Milos
Admire the remnants of the imposing Cyclopean wall of ancient Phylakopi site

Sea Kayaking & Volcanic Food Tasting

Optional

05 h 00 m

Paddle to Tsigrado, a small bay and beach with wonderfully clear blue-green water
Enjoy the combination of sport activity and good food
Taste he 'volcanic food', cooked in the sand heated by geothermal activity

A Taste of Milos

Optional

06 h 45 m

Visit the picturesque village of Plaka
Taste some local wine varieties along with delicious products grown on the farm
Discover incredible volcanic swimming pool of Papafragas Cave

First inhabited by the Minoans, the Venetians and then the Turks, this romantic port, called Rethymno in Greek, on the island of Crete is a testament to its multicultural history. The town's charming Venetian-Ottoman quarter features ancient mansions with floral canopies, ornate monuments and enchanting, colourful lanes. The well-preserved medieval Venetian fortifications of the imposing Fortezza castle stand guard over the town.

Be a farmer for the day

Optional

04 h 00 m

Become a Cretan farmer for few hours and experience diverse activities, between wine making, milking the goats or make the traditional Creta cheese pies
Have a real culinary experience in a very friendly athmosphere
Visit the Chapel of St. Nicholas

Venetian Rethymnon

Included

04 h 00 m

Visit the Fortezza, built on the site of the citadel of ancient Rithimna and the Temple of Artemis Rokkea
Walk along the Venetian Harbor
Stop by the Rimondi fountain, built in 1626 during the Venetian rule

The Palace of Knossos

Optional

05 h 00 m

Enjoy this guided tour through the Palace of Knossos where you’ll visit the king and queen’s quarters as well as the theatre area, potters’ workshops and rooms for state occasions
Learn about the people who continued to lived here after the catastrophic eruption of the volcano in Santorini around 1.500 - 1.450 B.C.
Hear the story of how the palace was restored by Sir Arthur Evans, and though criticized for its modernity has been helpful for tourist to visualize the palace as it was and understand its labyrinthine complexity

Nisyros, in the Dodecanese, houses Greece's youngest volcano. The volcanic activity results in hot springs and black sand beaches. Walks to the crater rim or to the floor of the caldera take in the villages of Mandraki and Emborios. Nisyros also features the archaeological site of Palaiokastro with remnants of an acropolis and Nikia Monastery with Byzantine artefacts. Boats depart for Gyali Island, home to a pumice quarry and a monastery.

Symi, a small island of the Dodecanese group, lies between Rhodes and mainland Türkiye. Its main village, Ano Symi, is considered one of the most picturesque ports of Greece, with houses in vivid colours cascading down the hilly slopes. The Archaeological Museum of Symi features three collections—archaeological, Byzantine, and folklore—with Hellenistic and Roman sculptures and vessels, providing a glimpse into the island's rich history.

Symi Island Highlights

Included

05 h 00 m

Enjoy splendid panoramic views of your surrounds, including the ruins of 20 old windmills and Pontikokastro
Climb the steps to the Church of Our Lady of the Castle
Visist the Church of Timiou Prodromou dating back to 1838

Rhodes Town, one of Europe's best medieval walled towns, is known for the 14th century UNESCO-listed Old Town constructed by the Knights of St. John and the 100-foot Colossus statue that once stood in the harbour. Highlights include the bustling Turkish district, Grand Masters' Palace adorned with marble mosaics and Gothic Street of the Knights. Nearby Lindos offers whitewashed streets and an Acropolis with views over St. Paul's Bay.

Walking Tour of Old Rhodes Town

Included

03 h 00 m

Rhodes Old Town has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1988, it’s certainly unlike the main town of any other Greek island
Palace of the Grand Master, also known as the Kastello, the headquarters of the Order of the Knights of St John is the stand-out building of the old town
Walk through the Street of the Knights, one of the best-preserved medieval street in Europe

Acropolis of Lindos

Optional

04 h 30 m

Enjoy the scenic drive along the east coast passing by quaint villages, orange and lemon groves, vineyards and gnarled old olive trees
Admire the 4th-century B.C. Doric Temple of Athena Lindia and a double-winged portico
Look at the breathtaking panoramas from atop the Acropolis, including St. Paul's Bay

Rhodes Natural Beauty

Optional

04 h 30 m

Visit the beautiful Kallithea Springs, located on the eastern coast
Discover the Bee Museum offering a fascinating look into the world of bees and honey production
The perfect way to end the visit will be the valley of the Butterflies, a stunning nature reserve home to thousands of colorful butterflies

An Aegean island in the Dodecanese islands, Patmos is an important sacred site for Christian pilgrims connected to St. John. It is here that St. John, or John of Patmos, was believed to have written the Book of Revelations in the Cave of the Apocalypse, above the port of Skala. Pilgrims walk to the top of the hill to the 11th-century Monastery of Saint John, which overlooks the picturesque white-washed capital of the island, Chora.

Spirit of Patmos

Included

04 h 30 m

Visit the monastery dedicated to the ‘beloved disciple’, founded t in the late 10th century, place of pilgrimage and Greek Orthodox learning ever since
Discover Simantiri, the oldest mansion house of Chora, dating back to 1625 it Keeps the traditional and classic style
Enjoy the geek cuisine before getting back to the port

Daily life of a nun

Optional

02 h 30 m

Discover the humble, and yet surprisingly artful, lives of the approximately 100 nuns who live and work at the historic Monastery of Evangelismos
Stroll along private pathways taken by the nuns each day; witness their vibrant gardens; and learn how they make fresh honey and sweet fruit liquors
Enjoy a scenic drive before getting back to the port

Hiking in Patmos

Optional

05 h 00 m

Take an hike route through an area that remains untouched by time since the era of St. John
Enjoy the breathtaking landscapes and the beautiful coastline along the way
Discover the historical pathways, hidden alleys, human masterpieces, monuments of nature, the rich flora and fauna

Kusadasi is the gateway to 11th century BC Ephesus, a well-preserved ancient site. This UNESCO-listed treasure was a vital Roman capital and religious hub from 129 BC. It features marble streets, the Temple of Hadrian, mosaic-adorned Terrace Houses, the Library of Celsus and the amphitheatre where St. Paul spoke. Nearby stood the Temple of Artemis/Diana, once among the Seven Wonders. The Seljuk archaeological museum displays Ephesus artefacts.

Ephesus - Terrace Houses & Museum

Included

04 h 30 m

Visit Ephesus, considered Europe’s most complete ancient city. Ephesus was an important religious center second only to Athens and later Jerusalem
Admire the Terrace Houses "The Houses of the Rich", luxury Roman Villas
Sepnd some time in the Ephesus Museum, here are not only findings from the ongoing excavations

Priene -Miletus & Didyma

Optional

08 h 00 m

Discover Priene, less visited than other site in the region offers gorgeous Turkish landscapes, and retains a great deal of its ancient Greek heritage
Learn the history of Miletus, home not only to explorers and traders, but to a significant intellectual community
Wonder in front of the Didyma's Temple of Apollo

St. John Basilica - Artemis Tempel & V. House Of Virgin Mary

Optional

03 h 30 m

Visit this mystical site believed to be the last residence of the Virgin Mary
Stop at the Basilica of St. John, which was one of the most significant religious monuments of its time
Stop at the Temple of Artemis also known as the Temple of Diana, one of the 7 wonders of the world

The birthplace of Greek poet Homer, Chios island In the Aegean Sea, is known for mastic production and medieval villages. Fortress-like mastic villages were built under Genoese rule in the 12th century. Highlights include Olympi and medieval Pirgi with its intricately patterned geometric house decorations, Mesta with its fortified alleyways and central Taxiarches Church, and the mastic tree groves used to produce the unique resin.

Chios Highlights

Included

04 h 30 m

Visit Pyrgi Village one of the most beautiful villages on the island of Chios, known as the "painted village" thanks to the unique facade of the stone houses
Continue the island discovery to the Mesta, the best preserved medieval village of Chios
Discover the secrets of Masticha plantations

Nea Moni Monastery & Anavatos

Optional

04 h 00 m

Pay a visit to the Nea Moni monastery, considered as one of the most famous buildings of the Byzantine period
Stroll around the small streets of Avgonima, surrounded by the stone made houses with the flat roofs and have a coffee break at the central square
Discover Anavatos, an impressive medieval village located at the center of Chios island

Chios Town history and Food tour

Optional

03 h 00 m

Walk through the small alleys of Chios Town and make several stops to the locals’ favourite places
Taste some local specialties
Discover the Medieval castle of Chios

Mitilini with its medieval alleys, is capital of Lesbos, Greece's third-largest island and an Ancient Greek cultural centre. Sappho, a female ancient Greek poet who worshipped Aphrodite, is celebrated at her birthplace in Skala Eressos. Messa features a 4th-century BC temple dedicated to Zeus, Dionysus,and Hera. The Lesvos Island UNESCO Global Geopark showcases an ancient preserved forest. Lesbos is also famous for ouzo distilleries.

Mytilene at a Glance

Included

04 h 00 m

Visit the Church of the Virgin Mary in Agiasos
Discover the history of the Monastery of Taxiarches
Enjoy the panoramic views of the island

The culturally significant seaport of Çanakkale is the gateway to the Dardanelles, connecting the Sea of Marmara to the Aegean Sea. This historic city in northwestern Turkey, on the Asian side of the Dardanelles Strait, is renowned for its role in the poignant Gallipoli Campaign during World War I, commemorated at the Gallipoli Peninsula Historical National Park. The ancient city of Troy, immortalised in Greek mythology, lies nearby.

Troy & Museum

Included

03 h 45 m

Discover Troy Antique Site, with its 4,000 years of history, is one of the most famous archaeological sites in the world
After the visit of the aecheological site spend some time at the Museum, honoring this heritage and is a medium to tell the rich history of Troy

Assos Antique Site

Optional

04 h 00 m

Discover the incredible history of Assos founded by Methymians from the Island of Lesbos in the 7th century BC
Have a full immersion in the history of this incredible site

Gallipoli

Optional

05 h 00 m

The Dardanelles strait, known as the Hellespont in antiquity, links the Sea of Marmara to the Aegean Sea. This strategic 60 km passage between Europe and Asia has been contested for millennia, controlling access to the Black Sea. Mythology recalls Helle's drowning and Leander's legendary swim, later repeated by a 22-year-old Lord Byron. Today, tourists explore Gallipoli on the northern shore, the WWI campaign site where the Anzac legend was born.

Istanbul bridges Europe and Asia, shaped by Greeks, Romans, Byzantines and Ottomans. This diversity infuses the city's architecture, cuisine, music and arts. Sites include the Hagia Sophia museum, a former church and mosque, the stunning Blue Mosque with six minarets, Topkapi Palace, the former residence of the Ottoman sultans, and the Grand Bazaar, one of the largest and oldest covered markets in the world.

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Oceanview D4

20 m²

Oceanview Staterooms measure 20m²(215ft²) and can accommodate two guests. They feature two single beds or a double bed, a bedroom with living room area, and a luxurious bathroom.

Oceanview M4

20 m²

Oceanview Staterooms measure 20m² (215ft²) and can accommodate two guests. They feature two single beds or a double bed, a bedroom with living room area, and a luxurious bathroom.

Balcony D5

25 m²

Balcony Staterooms measure 25m² (269ft²) – including a 5m² (54ft²) private balcony – and can accommodate two or three guests. They feature two single beds or a double bed, bedroom with living room area, and a luxurious bathroom.

Balcony M5

25 m²

Balcony D6

25 m²

Junior Suite

32 m²

Junior Suites measure 32-36m² (344-388ft²) – including a 6m² (65ft²) private balcony – and can accommodate two guests. They feature a king size bed, have a separate living room area, and luxurious en-suite bathroom.

Suite

41 m²

Suites measure 41m² (441ft²) – including a 5m² (54ft²) private balcony – and can accommodate two or three guests. They feature a king size bed, and have a separate living room, with a flame-effect fireplace. There’s also a luxurious ensuite bathroom with separate bath tub and a walk-in shower.

Premium Suite

41 m²

Premium Suites measure 41m² (441ft²) – including 8m² (86ft²) private balcony – and can accommodate two guests. They feature a king size bed, separate living room, and flame-effect fireplace. There’s also a luxurious ensuite bathroom – with separate bath tub and shower – and a walk-in wardrobe.