- Seven nights on theMS Caledonian Sky and five nights in premium accommodation
- 30 meals – 12 breakfasts, 6 lunches and 12 dinners
- Explore 14 towns, villages and cities
- Services of a Travelmarvel Tour Director, Cruise Director and local guides
- Travel with a maximum 16 guests on your Small Group Journey
- Beer, wine and soft drink during lunch and dinner on board your cruise
- Explore Greece's breathtaking UNESCO World Heritage-listed site of Meteora
- Visit a local olive oil press to learn about the production of this essential ingredient
Authentic Greece with Greek Islands Explorer
Trip Type: Coastal Cruising
Greece
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13 Days
Starts From:
NZD 9,775.00 /Person
13 day, 30 meals. Embark on an immersive trip of mainland Greece on a six-day tour before boarding an eight-day coastal cruise around the Greek Isl...
Authentic Greece with Greek Islands Explorer
13 day, 30 meals. Embark on an immersive trip of mainland Greece on a six-day tour before boarding an eight-day coastal cruise around the Greek Islands on the MS Caledonian Sky. Discover Greece's vibrant culture, ancient ruins and stunning island scenery.
On arrival, be transferred to your hotel. Tonight, dine with a local in Athens and indulge in your first Insider Experience.
Accommodation
Athens, Titania Hotel
Meals Included
Lunch
Location
Athens , Greece
After breakfast, head north on a scenic drive through the beautiful Greek countryside, stopping at Thermopylae along the way. Discover the Meteora, an incredible rock formation, known for its impressive monasteries perched above the towering cliffs. Originally built by monks seeking solitude and spiritual elevation, these structures offer spectacular views of the surrounding landscape.
Accommodation
Kalambaka, Amalia Hotel
Meals Included
Breakfast,Lunch
Location
Athens , Greece
Awake to awe-inspiring views of the Meteora, directly translating to ‘suspended in the heavens above’. Discover the stunning monasteries that have stood the test of time since their construction in the 14th century and delve into the heart of this location. Soak in the sensational architecture of these sacred sites. Glimpse into the region’s rich history as you admire intricate frescoes, ornate courtyards and ancient relics. Then, head south towards the town of Delphi. En route, savour a wine and ouzo tasting. Tonight, enjoy dinner at your hotel.
Accommodation
Delphi, Amalia Hotel
Meals Included
Breakfast,Lunch
Location
Athens , Greece
This morning, discover the alluring highlights of UNESCO’s archaeological site of Delphi, perhaps the most renowned oracle of the ancient world. See the Panhellenic sanctuary of Delphi, situated at the base of Mount Parnassus. Pass the Castalian Spring before continuing to explore the vast World Heritage Site. Delight in locations including the Monument of the Argive Kings, the Treasury of the Athenians, the Athenian Stoa, the impressive Polygonal Wall, the Monument of Platea and the magnificent Temple of Apollo. Visit the famous ancient Oracle where seekers pursued enlightenment about their destinies through divine guidance. Afterwards, head south to the spectacular town of Nafplion. After an Insider Experience, arrive at the hotel, your home for the next two nights.
Accommodation
Two Nights, Nafplion, Amalia Hotel
Meals Included
Breakfast,Lunch
Location
Athens , Greece
After breakfast, visit the archaeological site of Mycenae, one of the most famous ancient locations of Greece and retrace the steps of the ancient civilisation who once lived here. Pass through the legendary Lion Gate as you head towards the ruins of the Mycenaean Acropolis and the Palace. Visit the tomb of Agamemnon and witness the ruins of the Cyclopean walls that surrounded this impressive citadel. Later, embark on a guided walk through the old quarter of Nafplion, pausing to sample local Greek coffee. Tonight, savour a dinner and bid farewell to your time in mainland Greece.
Meals Included
Breakfast,Lunch
Location
Athens , Greece
After breakfast, visit the UNESCO World Heritage-listed site of Epidaurus. Considered to be the birthplace of Asklepios, explore the impressive ancient ruins of temples and hospital buildings devoted to the healing gods. Delight in some of the purest masterpieces of Greek architecture in existence. Admire the Sanctuary of Asklepios, the Tholos and the Ancient Theatre of Epidaurus dating from the fourth century BC.
Later transfer to Athens to explore the highlights before heading to board your ship, the MS Caledonian Sky. This evening, get to know your Cruise Director and fellow travellers at a Welcome Reception.
Accommodation
Seven nights, MS Caledonian Sky
Meals Included
Breakfast,Lunch
Location
Athens , Greece
Awake in Syros, located in the spectacular Cyclades. The day has been set aside for you to explore at your leisure. Perhaps take an optional tour of the island and discover an array of colour and architecture. This evening, join your newfound friends for a Gala Welcome Dinner.
Meals Included
Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
Location
Athens , Greece
Arrive in the beautiful island of Amorgos, known for its ancient ruins and quaint villages. Set out on a guided tour, followed by an Insider Experience. Your ship will stay docked in port until late evening, so you may wish to disembark and enjoy dinner at your leisure at a local restaurant.
Meals Included
Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
Location
Athens , Greece
Today takes you to the volcanic island of Nisyros, where you will enjoy free time to explore. In the port of Mandraki, you may like to wander through its whitewashed streets and visit the cliffside monastery of Panagia Spiliani. Or perhaps visit the archaeological museum. Alternatively, join an optional tour to the Polyvotis volcano. Learn about the Greek legend surrounding this landmark and walk into the volcano’s caldera.
Later, continue to the island of Symi to discover an old-world glamour and neoclassical architecture, a legacy of Italian rule almost a century ago. With the afternoon at leisure, you may wish to join an optional guided tour, including Gialos Harbour with its pastel shaded houses, ancient monastery and Customs House.
Meals Included
Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
Location
Athens , Greece
This morning you will dock in Kusadasi, located on Turkiye’s Anatolian coast.
Meals Included
Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
Location
Athens , Greece
Land on the dazzling Greek isle of Mykonos, where you’ll have the day explore at your own pace. Perhaps, join an optional walking tour through the main town of Chora. Stroll through the maze of tiny lanes, soak in the whitewashed buildings with iconic blue shutters and see the majestic, blue-domed churches. Admire the old port and famous windmills so often featured on postcards. Your ship will stay docked in port until late evening, so you may wish to disembark and enjoy dinner at your leisure at a local restaurant.
Meals Included
Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
Location
Athens , Greece
Known for its most celebrated export, the iconic Venus de Milo, volcanic Milos arches around a central caldera and is ringed with dramatic coastal landscapes of colourful and surreal rock formations. Disembark your ship and enjoy a tour of the island which includes Plaka, the island’s capital, the beach of Sarakiniko and the small fishing village of Pollonia. With the afternoon at leisure, you may wish to enjoy a relaxing morning at one of the island’s most picturesque beaches, Paleochori. This evening, join your fellow travellers for a Captain’s Farewell Dinner.
Meals Included
Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
Location
Athens , Greece
This morning after breakfast, your journey draws to an end. Transfer to the airport for your onward flight.
Meals Included
Breakfast
Location
Athens , Greece
- Itinerary, inclusions and pricing are subject to change
- Prices are for cruise and land only. Flights not included unless specified
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APT
Reference Code:
EUTCCSA13
EUTCCSA13
Trip Location
Trip Starts:
Athens Return, Greece
Athens Return, Greece
Trip Finishes:
Greece
Greece
Countries Visited:
Greece
Greece
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