"Best Seller" 14 Day Grecian Wonders - Tour/Cruise

DAY 2, MON - 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.  Royal Olympic Hotel 5*

DAY 3, TUE - 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 Vari with authentic skewered lamb and Greek dishes. (B, D)   Royal Olympic Hotel 5*

DAY 4, WED – ATHENS / DELPHI / KALAMBAKA: After breakfast depart on your 4-day tour of Classical Greece and Meteora. Our first stop is 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. Early afternoon we continue north passing the towns of Lamia, Karditsa, Trikala and into Kalambaka. Dinner and overnight.   (B, D)   Hotel Divani Kalambaka 4*

DAY 5, THURS - KALAMBAKA / METEORA: After breakfast mid-morning we visit the breathtaking monasteries of Meteora atop 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. Dinner tonight at a local taverna. (B, D) Hotel Divani Kalambaka 4*

DAY 6, FRI – KALAMBAKA / Thermopylae / Kamena Vourla / LOUTRAKI: Today we drive south to Thermopylae – site of the famous Greek Persian battle that King Leonidas and 300 Spartans heroically held the Persians. Few minutes for photos, continue to Kamena Vourla, a seaside resort area. Relax at one of the many cafes by the sea for a leisurely coffee break . Continue with a late afternoon arrival to your hotel in Loutraki.  (B, D)  Club Hotel Casino Loutraki 5*    

DAY 7, SAT – LOUTRAKI / Mycenae / Nauplion / Epidaurus / Port Piraeus:  After breakfast we 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 for a quick stop in the town of Nauplion  Panoramic view of Palamidi and Bourtzi Castle. We continue to Epidaurus. 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. Early afternoon we will continue to the port of Piraeus to board the ship for your 7-day Aegean Cruise. (B, D)  Cat IC inside Deck 5/6/9/10

DAY 8, SUN – THESSALONIKI: Early morning arrival to the port of Thessaloniki. Today you will have an excursion (included) The Royal tombs of Vergina (THS-02). Thessaloniki is a gorgeous and cosmopolitan seaside city with centuries of cultural commingling. Early evening departure for Kusadasi.  (B, L, D)  

DAY 9, MON - KUSADASI: Early afternoon arrival to the Port of Kusadasi. For those of you that have never discovered Kusadasi, we highly recommend the (included) excursion Ancient Ephesus through the ages (KUS-02) or perhaps you may prefer to walk around this colorful town on your own. Early evening return where dinner will await you as you sail for Heraklion, Crete. (B, L, D)    

 DAY 10, TUE - CRETE: Early morning breakfast will be served onboard as you arrive in the Port of Heraklion, Crete. Spend your morning with an unforgettable included excursion Minoan Palace of Knossos - 1st European Civilization (HER-02) and its excavations. Full day is at your disposal to enjoy the golden beaches, world-class museums and stylish nightlife before sailing midnight for Santorini. (B, L, D)