13 Day Grecian Classics Private Small Group - Max. 18 pax Land Only

DAY 1, SUNDAY– USA /ATHENS: Overnight flight to Athens, Greece.  Airfare not included.

DAY 2, MONDAY - ATHENS: Upon arrival at the Athens International Airport, you will be transferred directly to your Athens Hotel. Enjoy an evening at leisure. Overnight Accommodations in Athens. (D) Royal Olympic Hotel 5*

DAY 3, TUESDAY - ATHENS: After breakfast, you will commence your guided Half Day Athens Sightseeing Tour which will give you an overall view of Athens and its monuments with the highlight of the tour being a visit to the world famous ancient Acropolis and its museum. Late afternoon we continue with a wonderful drive along the Athenian Riviera. During this relaxing ride you’ll enjoy splendid views of the Saronic Gulf while passing through some of Athens’ most beautiful suburbs.  Arriving at Cape Sounion you will visit the 5th century B.C. Temple of Poseidon with its magnificent panoramic view of the Aegean Sea. Tonight we will enjoy dinner at Vlaxika restaurant in Varkiza / Vari with authentic skewered lamb and Greek dishes. (B, D)   Royal Olympic Hotel 5*

DAY 4, WEDNESDAY – ATHENS / Kamena Vourla /  KALAMBAKA: After breakfast depart on your 5 day tour of Classical Greece and Meteora. We begin by heading north with a brief stop at Kamena Vourla and relax at one of the many cafes by the sea for a leisurely (coffee break). Next stop – Thermopylae – site of the famous Greek-Persian battle that King Leonidas and 300 Spartans heroically held the Persians. Few minutes for photos, continue to Kalambaka passing the towns of Lamia, Karditsa, Trikala and finally Kalambaka. Dinner and overnight.   (B, D)   Hotel Divani Kalambaka 4*

DAY 5, THURSDAY - KALAMBAKA / METEORA: After breakfast mid-morning we visit the breathtaking monasteries of Meteora atop 1000-1200 ft. cliffs. You will visit two ageless monasteries containing priceless historical and religious treasures standing suspended between earth and  sky. Rest of the day at your leisure. (B, D) Hotel Divani Kalambaka 4*

DAY 6, FRIDAY – KALAMBAKA / DELPHI / LOUTRAKI: Today we drive south to Delphi. Visits include the Doric Temple and the Sanctuary of Apollo, the Treasuries, the 5th-century bronzed Charioteer and the intriguing Archaeological Museum filled with ancient artifacts. Afternoon we continue to a seaside resort, Loutraki for our 3 night stay. (B, D)  Club Hotel Casino Loutraki 5*

DAYs 7/8,  SATURDAY  & SUNDAY - LOUTRAKI / CORINTH / MYCENAE / Nauplion / EPIDAURUS:  We will have plenty of time to see all the archaeological sites in the area on these two days. After breakfast we will take a short ride passing the Corinth Canal (photo shoot), continue to Epidaurus and its famous theatre. The UNESCO’S world heritage listed monument is reputed to be the birthplace of Apollo's son Asklepios, the healer and was the most celebrated healing center of the classical world. Epidaurus is probably most famous for its theatre, one of the best preserved classical Greek buildings and still used today due to its amazing acoustics.Time will then be taken for a traditional Greek optional lunch at a nearby restaurant in Nauplion, Continue to Argolis and Mycenae, land of Homer’s Golden Mycenae, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Dating back to the second century B.C., Mycenae was one of the major centers of Greek civilization and a military stronghold which dominated much of southern Greece. Visit the archaeological site, home to the kingdom of mythical Agamemnon. You will see the Cyclopean Walls, the Lion’s Gate, the Royal Tombs, including Agamemnon Clytemnestra's, and the Treasury of Atreus, a magnificent 14th-century B.C. structure.  Continue late afternoon to our hotel  for dinner and overnight. Leisure time will be available on either days. (B, D)  Club Hotel Casino Loutraki 5*

DAY 9, MONDAY - LOUTRAKI / PIRAEUS PORT / MYKONOS: Early morning breakfast at hotel prior to  transferring  to    Piraeus Port for our 4 night Aegean Cruise. Embark your cruise in the Port and sail to Mykonos with lunch offered onboard. Late afternoon, you will arrive in Mykonos, where you will enjoy free time on your own, on one of the most cosmopolitan islands in Greece. Return to the ship for dinner. (B, L, D)  Inside cabin Cat. IB Deck 3/4          OPTION:    Cat  XC outside    Deck 5/6    ADD: $160.00 p.p.d.o.     

DAY 10, TUESDAY - KUSADASI / PATMOS: Early morning breakfast will be served onboard as you arrive in the Port of Kusadasi. For those of you that have never discovered Kusadasi, we highly recommend the included tour to Ancient Ephesus or perhaps you may prefer to walk around this colorful town on your own. Return to the ship mid-morning and enjoy lunch onboard before sailing to Patmos. Late afternoon arrive in Patmos and explore the Monastery of St John and the Grotto of Revelations with the optional tour. Early evening return to the ship where dinner will await you as you sail for Rhodes. (B, L, D)  

DAY 11, WEDNESDAY - RHODES: Early morning breakfast will be served onboard as you arrive in the Port of Rhodes. As your ship will remain in Rhodes all day, we suggest taking in the included excursion that visits Lindos and its Acropolis, the Medieval Town of Rhodes with its cobblestoned pathways or the archaeological site of Filerimos. For those wishing, lunch will be offered onboard or perhaps you may prefer to enjoy a meal ashore at one of the many quaint Greek tavernas at your own expense. The afternoon can be spent wandering around or taking a quick swim at one of the nearby beaches. Late afternoon, return to your ship. Dinner will be served onboard as you sail for Crete. (B, L, D)    

DAY 12, THURSDAY - CRETE / SANTORINI: Early morning breakfast will be served onboard as you arrive in the Port of Heraklion, Crete. Spend your morning with an unforgettable optional tour visiting the Palace of Knossos and its excavations. Return to the ship mid-morning and enjoy lunch onboard before sailing to Santorini. Captivating views are not to be missed as your ship has Santorini in its sight. Today enjoy an optional tour to Oia Village perched on the Caldera rim. All other passengers that are not taking the tour will disembark via tender boats to Santorini`s small port where you can experience a journey up the caldera by cable car, donkey taxi or foot. Early evening return to the ship via cable car and tender boat for dinner as you depart Santorini and sail back to Piraeus. (B, L, D) 

DAY 13, FRIDAY:  ATHENS, Piraeus / HOME: The ship docks at 6:30am. Early breakfast prior to your transfer to airport.  (B) 

Package Includes:      

· Deluxe hotel accommodations in  Athens with breakfast daily

· 24 meals -10 Breakfast, 4 Lunch, 10 Dinners per itinerary. 

· Athens City Tour and Acropolis Museum Tour.

· Sounion sightseeing tour plus dinner at Vlahika.

· "Private Minibus Classical Greece and Meteora Tour" with first class hotels in Kalambaka, breakfast  and dinner daily,  all sightseeing / entrance fees per    itinerary plus Deluxe hotel in Loutraki     for three nights.

· Tour Escort/Driver and English speaking local Guides where available per itinerary.

· Due to limited space, porterage for 1 medium 25” suitcase per passenger Information packet included plus much more.

· 4 Night Aegean Island Cruise with all meals daily, entertainment, inside cabin Cat IB  with two lower beds.

· Shore Excursions included (KUS-02) Ancient Ephesus,  (RHO-01) Medieval Tour - Acropolis of Lindos & Citadel of the  Knights. Add-ons are an option.

· Beverage pkg: Unlimited non-alcoholic & alcoholic drinks throughout the cruise

· Includes Port Tax & service charges of $216.00 per person (cruise gratuities included)

· All transfers per itinerary; Airport - Hotel - Port.

· All hotel taxes and service charges including Hotel Local City Tax.

Hotels featured in itinerary may be substituted according to the availability.