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Classical Greece with Iconic Aegean 4-night Cruise

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 Trip Length
13 Days
 Trip Starts
Athens
 Trip Finishes
Athens
13 Day Classical Greece with Iconic Aegean 4-night Cruise Itinerary (Globus)
Countries Explored: Greece, Turkey
Trip Operator
Trip Style
Tour & Cruise
Departures
Accommodation
4 - 4.5 Star
Max. Group Size
44
Guide Level
Fully Guided, Locally Guided
Trip Code
RGH
Ship
Passengers
1266
Crew
468
Launched
2003
Refurbished
2023

Overview

Read 2 reviews and enjoy exclusive savings on Globus 13 Day Classical Greece with Iconic Aegean 4-night Cruise. Relaxing days and fascinating knights. That is the appeal of the ancient island of Rhodes, famous for its brilliant azure waters, its Acropolis-topped village of Lindos, and its fortress-lined Old Town built by the Knights of St. John during the Crusades. This exhilarating land and cruise tour of Greece, starting with our 8-day Classical Greece vacation, includes Rhodes in the island-hopping fun that sets sail from Athens and follows a captivating...read more course to modern Mykonos, unspoiled Patmos, medieval Rhodes, Minoan Crete, and serene Santorini (weather permitting)—with a special stop on the Turkish coast to see the amazingly preserved Greek, Roman, and Byzantine excavations of Ephesus. See the iconic sights of mainland Greece—including Athens’ monumental Parthenon and the legendary town of Olympia—before you cruise into the blues on this tour of glorious Greece.

Itinerary

Welcome to Athens!

At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome drink.

Marvels & Myths

ATHENS: Guided sightseeing includes a visit to the Acropolis and a stop at the Panathenaic Stadium. Free time this afternoon and evening. (B)

TOUR HIGHLIGHT - HISTORIC SPOTS: Explore the heart of Ancient Greece, in the historic empire where 5th-century BC landmarks, including the Acropolis, never fail to amaze! See the Panathenaic Stadium, one of the venues of the first modern Olympic Games.

Greek History & Heroes

CORINTH: Cross the canal and visit ancient Corinth.

MYCENAE: Free time for lunch. Guided visit of the excavations and museum.

EPIDAURUS: Guided visit to the 2,300-year-old open-air auditorium before continuing to Nauplia. (B/D) 132 mi / 212 km

TOUR HIGHLIGHT - CULTURAL GEM: The outdoor auditorium of Epidaurus combines perfect mathematic proportion with excellent acoustics. This fascinating archaeological treasure was used for the healing of patients from all over Greece and was dedicated to Asklepios, the god of healing.

Ruins & Recipes

Take a scenic drive through the Arkadian Mountains.

OLYMPIA: Join a guided visit to the archaeological site and the museum. Attend a cooking demonstration this evening to learn how to make traditional Greek tzatziki. (B/D) 112 mi / 181 km

LOCAL FAVOURITE - LOCAL TASTES: Dip into the delicious tradition of Greek tzatziki - a mix of yogurt, cucumbers, garlic, salt, olive oil, vinegar, lemon juice, and herbs such as dill, mint, parsley, and thyme. Learn how to make this quintessential recipe loved the world over.

Digs & Dances

Drive by the busy seaport of Patras.

DELPHI: Join a guided visit to the excavations and Archaeological Museum. This evening, learn how to dance the sirtaki while sipping a glass of ouzo. (B/D) 149 mi / 239 km

LOCAL FAVOURITE - CULTURE & TRADITION: Dance in the steps of Zorba the Greek to learn the sirtaki. This passionate and dramatic dance goes very well with a glass of ouzo, the anice-infused drink the locals are so fond of.

Monasteries in Magical Greece

Drive past Lamia and Trikala en route to Kalambaka.

METEORA: Guided visit of the Varlaam and St. Stephen's Monasteries. (B/D) 155 mi / 249 km

TOUR HIGHLIGHT - SACRED SITES: Perched atop soaring huge cliffs are the monasteries of Meteora, of which six are still active. Visit the beautiful monasteries of Varlaam and St. Stephen's to marvel at this serenely mystical landscape with breathtaking views from above. Long revered for the perfect monastic retreat from the world outside, Meteora's spectacular array of massive sandstone cliffs create a surreal setting unlike any other.

Grecian Battles & Beauty

THERMOPYLAE: Stop at the battle site.

ATHENS: Free time late afternoon and evening. (B) 236 mi / 380 km

TOUR HIGHLIGHT - LEGENDARY LIVES: The story of the Battle of Thermopylae is hard to beat for drama. You may recognise this tale of the heroic, yet doomed Spartans of 480 BC fighting against the Persian army, which is dramatised in the film "300." Their brave battle endures as a valiant symbol of bravery and sacrifice for a patriotic cause.

Beyond the Shore

ATHENS: Embark on your Greek Islands cruise.

MYKONOS: Free time to explore this evening. (B/L/D)

FREE TIME TIPS - EXPLORE MORE: Your dreams of the Greek Islands come true with free time in Mykonos. This Aegean paradise of pristine waters and beaches, mixed with a lively nightlife scene is only made brighter by the iconic 16th-century windmills that dot the hillside above.

Turkish Treasures

KUSADASI: Visit the excavations of Ephesus.

PATMOS: Afternoon call. (B/L/D)

TOUR HIGHLIGHT - HISTORIC SPOT: Pull into port in Turkey to explore the fascinating Greek, Roman, and Byzantine excavations of Ephesus - one of the best-preserved ancient cities in the world - with the historic ruins of the Library of Celsus, the Basilica of St. John, and the Temple of Artemis.

Blue Heaven

RHODES: Enjoy a full day in port. Join a guided sightseeing of the Acropolis of Lindos. (B/L/D)

TOUR HIGHLIGHT - HISTORIC SIGHTS: Rhodes is one of the most beautiful islands in Greece, in addition to its gorgeous beaches, you'll see the fascinating archaeological ruins of the legendary Lindos Acropolis - standing over 100 metres above the sea.

Sun, Sea & Sand

HERAKLION: Enjoy free time to explore.

SANTORINI: Afternoon call (weather permitting). (B/L/D)

TOUR HIGHLIGHT - NATURAL WONDERS: The largest island in Greece, Crete captures all the wonder you have imagined a Greek island to be - a brilliant landscape of ancient ruins, lively sidewalks, and stunning beaches.

Amazing Athens

ATHENS: Disembark From your ship for a free day in Athens. (B)

FREE TIME TIPS - EXPLORE MORE: There are countless ways to enjoy free time in the birthplace of democracy, arts, science, and the philosophy of western civilisation! Explore the urban landscapes and lively restaurants in this historic capital and enjoy the sunny slopes of this iconic city. Stroll in the shadow of the Acropolis in the village atmosphere of Plaka. Walk along the narrow cobblestone streets to browse jewellery stores and ceramics shops, then linger in a sidewalk cafe or taverna to celebrate your Greek adventure.

Safe travels until we meet again!

Your holiday ends with breakfast this morning. (B)

Trip Inclusions

We’ve packed everything you need for the perfect tour—from hand-selected hotels and dining to the friendly expertise of Globus Tour Directors and Local Guides (with headsets to hear every word), to seamless transportation between destinations and VIP access to the world’s most iconic sites! Touring by private, first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach with free Wi-Fi. Enhance your free time with your GlobusGO mobile app!

And that's not all! Your tour includes a 4-day cruise experience aboard the Celestyal Discovery - featuring colorful lounges, bars, a variety of dining experiences, spa, pool, onboard shopping and evening entertainment. Ports of call include selected Greek Islands and Kusudasi, Turkey.

  • 12 Breakfasts
  • 5 Lunches
  • 8 Dinners

  • Athens Zafolia (First-Class)
  • Athens Stanley Hotel (Superior First-Class)
  • Nauplia Amalia Nauplia (First-Class)
  • Olympia Amalia Olympia (First-Class)
  • Olympia Europa (First-Class)
  • Delphi Amalia Delphi (First-Class)
  • Kalambaka Amalia Kalambaka (First-Class)

  • Airport transfers at your arrival and departure destination are not included in the price of the tour.
  • Itinerary and inclusions subject to change.
  • Price is for land, cruise and specified internal flights. International flights not included.
Sightseeing & VIP Access
Sightseeing & VIP Access

Don't waste your precious time qeuing up, skip the lines with special VIP access at the must-see sites. Read more

Expert Local Guides
Expert Local Guides

Travel with expert Tour Directors and Local Guides who share their vast knowledge of the destination. Read more

Culture Through Cuisine
Culture Through Cuisine

Globus has the recipe for a great holiday. Savour the flavours of Europe through its regional cuisine. Read more

Superior Hotels
Superior Hotels

Globus picks hotels picked on their centralised location, so you'll stay right in the heart of the destination. Read more

Travel in Style
Travel in Style

Globus' coaches offer one of the most comfortable, stress-free and eco-friendly ways to travel. Read more

Local Favourites
Local Favourites

Do as the locals do and enjoy unique experiences that you wouldn't find touring on your own. Read more

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Wonderful tour and cruise 1 , SA, Australia, Oct 2016
We thoroughly enjoyed our tour of Greece, and especially having the cruise in addition to the land tour, which was well worth the extra time and cost, though you need to pay for the optional excursions to get the most out of the cruise. The coverage of sites was good on the land tour, and the places visited on the cruise were also well chosen. We generally ...read more didn't get enough free times in places such as the ruins in Delphi to explore them to our satisfaction, but other people on the tour would have found the time long enough; it's hard to please everybody. The boat docking times were generally early in the morning or late afternoon, which meant very early starts in some places (e.g. 7am) and not much daylight in others, especially at this time of year (October). But it was absolutely worthwhile going on the island excursions despite the starting times, and I don't think the cruise could have fit everything into 4 days without doing this. We appreciated having a free day in Athens after the cruise. Had good weather on both land and sea. Thanks to Yvonne and Global Journeys for doing the bookings and packaging our tour with another we took earlier on so we got an extra discount.
Tour guide and Globus on-boat host were both excellent 1 , Australia, Oct 2014
My main comment is about the Globus tour guide and Globus on-boat host - both were excellent but in different ways. The tour guide had an amazing knowledge of the ancient Greek history, whereas the on-boat host was an excellent organiser. Both the land and sea parts of the tour ran perfectly and generally on time. One sour part was an optional dinner ...read more at the end of the land tour which was not worth what was paid for it. Noisy, poor service, very average meals and lousy wine. The location would have been good apart from this.
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