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Classical Greece with Iconic Aegean 3
Night Cruise 2026 - 12 days from Athens to Athens
Tour Description:
Let the sun and games begin on this lively land and cruise tour to Classical Greece, ancient Turkey, and the breezy Greek Isles. After following in the footsteps of profound philosophers and legendary Olympians, your mind and body will set sail from Athens for three triumphant nights on the brilliant blue waters of the Aegean Sea. Trade the discus throw for dancing and the chariot games for a chair by the pool as you peacefully float to the glamourous island of Mykonos; the Greek, Roman, and Byzantine excavations of Ephesus; the pilgrimage site of Patmos; the Bronze Age settlement of Knossos; and the dreamy, whitewashed isle of Santorini (weather permitting). With brilliant sights and sunsets on the itinerary from the mainland to Crete, you’re destined to bring home the golden this winning tour of Greece.
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Dates & Pricing
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| Thursday 16 Apr 26 — Tuesday 28 Apr 26
Small Group Discovery | Starting at $4,520 |  SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Thursday 23 Apr 26 — Tuesday 05 May 26 | Starting at $4,370 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Thursday 30 Apr 26 — Tuesday 12 May 26 | Starting at $4,370 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Thursday 07 May 26 — Tuesday 19 May 26 | Starting at $4,370 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Thursday 14 May 26 — Tuesday 26 May 26 | Starting at $4,380 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Thursday 21 May 26 — Tuesday 02 Jun 26 | Starting at $4,370 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Thursday 28 May 26 — Tuesday 09 Jun 26 | Starting at $4,370 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Thursday 04 Jun 26 — Tuesday 16 Jun 26 | Starting at $4,370 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Thursday 11 Jun 26 — Tuesday 23 Jun 26 | Starting at $4,370 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Thursday 18 Jun 26 — Tuesday 30 Jun 26 | Starting at $4,370 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Thursday 25 Jun 26 — Tuesday 07 Jul 26 | Starting at $4,380 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Thursday 02 Jul 26 — Tuesday 14 Jul 26 | Starting at $4,370 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Thursday 09 Jul 26 — Tuesday 21 Jul 26 | Starting at $4,140 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Thursday 16 Jul 26 — Tuesday 28 Jul 26
Small Group Discovery | Starting at $4,620 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Thursday 23 Jul 26 — Tuesday 04 Aug 26
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| Thursday 30 Jul 26 — Tuesday 11 Aug 26 | Starting at $4,170 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Thursday 06 Aug 26 — Tuesday 18 Aug 26
Small Group Discovery | Starting at $4,450 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Thursday 13 Aug 26 — Tuesday 25 Aug 26 | Starting at $4,170 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Thursday 20 Aug 26 — Tuesday 01 Sep 26 | Starting at $4,170 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Thursday 27 Aug 26 — Tuesday 08 Sep 26 | Starting at $4,480 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Thursday 03 Sep 26 — Tuesday 15 Sep 26 | Starting at $4,550 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Thursday 10 Sep 26 — Tuesday 22 Sep 26 | Starting at $4,550 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Thursday 17 Sep 26 — Tuesday 29 Sep 26 | Starting at $4,550 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Thursday 24 Sep 26 — Tuesday 06 Oct 26 | Starting at $4,340 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
Disclaimer: Prices listed are per person, based on double occupancy, and in USD. All promotions are valid for new bookings only, capacity controlled and valid on select dates and departures. Individual Terms and Conditions will apply to all promotions. Any promotion can be withdrawn at any time without notice. Please speak with your Pavlus Travel Planner for complete vendor terms and conditions, including eligible tour and cruise dates.
Destination & Sightseeing
Destination & SightseeingSpecial Features Included in this Tour: • Guided sightseeing in Athens includes an orientation drive to see the main landmarks, plus a visit to the Acropolis• Visit to the ancient town of Corinth, plus a stop at the Corinth Canal• Guided visits to archaeological sites in Olympia, Mycenae and Epidaurus • Visit to the excavations and Archaeological Museum of Delphi• Guided visit to the monasteries of Varlaam and St Stephen’s in Meteora• Visit to the site of the Battle of Thermopylae• 3-night Iconic Aegean Cruise includes visits to Mykonos, Patmos, and Santorini• Guided visit to the excavations of ancient Ephesus in Turkey• Visit to Crete includes guided visit of the Minoan Palace of Knossos• [LF] Tzatziki cooking demonstration • [LF] Sirtaki dance lesson with complimentary glass of ouzo
Notes:
This tour requires walking on uneven terrain, especially at archaeological sites, which may pose a challenge to guests with physical limitations or reliant on mobility devices such as wheelchairs. The Greek Government has introduced a Sustainable Tourism Development Fee to all cruise tourists. This tax is applicable when a guest disembarks at a Greek island or mainland port. With your consent, Celestyal will facilitate the collection of these fees through your onboard account. Cruise details: Rotation of ports of call may vary for congestion reasons at certain ports, with or without prior notice.Inside cabin (category IB) - other cabin types are available for a supplement. Included drink package: selection of non-alcoholic and alcoholic drinks. Included select excursions as per detailed itinerary. Globus Host service throughout the cruise. Please ask your Travel Consultant for cruise ship details. The ship scheduled to depart for the cruise portion of your vacation is the Celestyal Discovery, operated by Celestyal Cruises.
This tour requires walking on uneven terrain, especially at archaeological sites, which may pose a challenge to guests with physical limitations or reliant on mobility devices such as wheelchairs. The Greek Government has introduced a Sustainable Tourism Development Fee to all cruise tourists. This tax is applicable when a guest disembarks at a Greek island or mainland port. With your consent, Celestyal will facilitate the collection of these fees through your onboard account. Cruise details: Rotation of ports of call may vary for congestion reasons at certain ports, with or without prior notice.Inside cabin (category IB) - other cabin types are available for a supplement. Included drink package: selection of non-alcoholic and alcoholic drinks. Included select excursions as per detailed itinerary. Globus Host service throughout the cruise. Please ask your Travel Consultant for cruise ship details. The ship scheduled to depart for the cruise portion of your vacation is the Celestyal Discovery, operated by Celestyal Cruises.
ITINERARY
ITINERARYDay 1 ARRIVE IN
ATHENS, GREECE Welcome to Athens! At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and traveling companions for a welcome drink
Day 2 ATHENS
Marvels & Myths Wake-up in Athens for the start of your Greek Odyssey! Guided sightseeing is composed of an orientation drive to see Athen’s main landmarks, including Syntagma Square, the Temple of Zeus, and the Panathenaic Stadium, plus a visit to the iconic Acropolis. Enjoy free time this afternoon and evening to explore more. (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
Breakfast
BreakfastDay 3 ATHENS–CORINTH–MYCENAE–EPIDAURUS–NAUPLIA
Greek History & Heroes Leave Athens and drive to Corinth, stop to take photos of the world’s deepest canal, and one of the most famous, the Corinth Canal, before joining a guided walking tour of the ancient city. Continue to Mycenae, according to legend the city walls were built by Cyclopes! Enjoy some free time for lunch before entering the excavations for a guided tour, including a visit to the museum. Reach Epidaurus for a guided visit to see the 2,300-year-old open-air auditorium. This evening, arrive at the seaside town of 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
Breakfast Dinner
Breakfast
DinnerDay 4 NAUPLIA–OLYMPIA
Ruins & Recipes Take a scenic drive across the Arkadian Mountains of the Peloponnese peninsula to reach Olympia, dedicated to Zeus, and birthplace of the Olympic Games. Join a guided walking tour of the archaeological site and visit the museum. This evening, [LF] attend a cooking demonstration to learn how to make traditional Greek tzatziki. (B,D)
112 mi / 181 km
LOCAL FAVORITE
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
Breakfast Dinner
Breakfast DinnerDay 5 OLYMPIA–PATRAS–DELPHI
Digs & Dances Depart Olympia, drive by the busy seaport of Patras and cross the spectacular Rion-Antirion bridge. Journey along the coast to reach Delphi, considered by ancient Greeks to be the center of the world where the oracles of Apollo predicted the fate of many a man. Take a guided walking tour of the excavations and Archaeological Museum to discover more. This evening, step into the culture when you [LF] learn how to dance the sirtaki while sipping a glass of ouzo, the traditional Greek spirit closely associated with friendship and laughter. (B,D)
149 mi / 239 km
LOCAL FAVORITE
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
Breakfast Dinner
Breakfast DinnerDay 6 DELPHI–METEORA AREA
Monasteries in Magical Greece Drive north past Lamia and Trikala to reach Meteora, which can be translated as “suspended in the air.” Prepare to be inspired by the breathtaking views afforded by this UNESCO-listed area. Enjoy a fascinating guided visit to the Monastery of St. Stephen and the Holy Monastery of Varlaam, perched atop the vertical rock formations. (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
Breakfast Dinner
Breakfast DinnerDay 7 METEORA AREA–THERMOPYLAE–ATHENS
Grecian Battles & Beauty This morning, sit back and relax for a scenic drive. Stop at Thermopylae, learn about the famous battle and see the statue of the Spartan King, Leonidas. Continue to Athens and enjoy a leisurely afternoon and evening exploring. (B)
236 mi / 380 km
TOUR HIGHLIGHT
LEGENDARY LIVES The story of the Battle of Thermopylae is hard to beat for drama. You may recognize this tale of the heroic, yet doomed Spartans of 480 BC fighting against the Persian army, which is dramatized in the film “300.” Their brave battle endures as a valiant symbol of bravery and sacrifice for a patriotic cause
Breakfast
BreakfastDay 8 ATHENS (EMBARKATION)–MYKONOS
Beyond the Shore Today board your Celestyal cruise ship and set sail for Mykonos, one of the most celebrated of the Cyclades Islands. Enjoy free time this afternoon and evening to explore the island. See the iconic 16th-century windmills that dot the hillside, and the colorful homes of Little Venice. Browse the charming streets and stores and try some of the local delicacies. (B,L,D)
ENHANCED FREE TIME
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
BreakfastLunch Dinner
BreakfastLunch DinnerDay 9 CRUISING: KUSADASI, TURKEY–PATMOS, GREECE
Turkish Treasures Today reach the coast of Turkey and disembark at Kusudasi. Head to the incredible archaeological site of Ephesus, be captivated by stories as you follow your Local Guide on a fascinating walking tour to discover more about the city. This afternoon, sail to Patmos known as “the Island of the Apocalypse” as it is said to be where St. John the Evangelist wrote the Book of the Revelation. Enjoy an afternoon call with free time to discover more. (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
BreakfastLunch Dinner
BreakfastLunch DinnerDay 10 CRUISING: HERAKLION, CRETE–SANTORINI
Greek Mythology & Marvels This morning reach Crete, the largest of the Greek islands and disembark in Heraklion for a guided visit to the Minoan Palace of Knossos. Later, set sail and arrive at the iconic island of Santorini. Enjoy free time to stroll along the charming streets, marvel at the amazing views, browse the stores, and try local specialties. (B,L,D)
TOUR HIGHLIGHT
MYTHS & LEGENDS Marvel at the architecture of the Palace of Knossos in Crete’s city of Heraklion. Here, you’ll envision epic tales of Greek mythology- the Labyrinth, the Minotaur half-man/half-beast, and the legends of Daedalus and Icarus
BreakfastLunch Dinner
BreakfastLunch DinnerDay 11 ATHENS (DISEMBARKATION)
Amazing Athens This morning, disembark from your ship. Enjoy a free day in Athens, absorb more art and culture in one of the museums, browse the stores, or try local specialties. (B)
ENHANCED FREE TIME
EXPLORE MORE There are countless ways to enjoy free time in the birthplace of democracy, arts, science, and the philosophy of western civilization! 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 jewelry stores and ceramics shops, then linger in a sidewalk café or taverna to celebrate your Greek adventure
Breakfast
BreakfastDay 12 ATHENS
Safe travels until we meet again! Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (B)
Accommodations
Accommodations| Athens | Athens | Nauplia | Olympia | Olympia | Delphi | Meteora Area | Athens |
Zafolia
First-Class
Hotel as shown or similar
87-89 Alexandras Avenue Athens Greece
Attractive 7-story Hotel situated near museums, 1 km from Larisis train station & 35 km from El. Venizelos Airport.
First-Class
Hotel as shown or similar
87-89 Alexandras Avenue Athens Greece
Attractive 7-story Hotel situated near museums, 1 km from Larisis train station & 35 km from El. Venizelos Airport.
Disclaimer: Prices listed are per person, based on double occupancy, and in USD. All promotions are valid for new bookings only, capacity controlled and valid on select dates and departures. Individual Terms and Conditions will apply to all promotions. Any promotion can be withdrawn at any time without notice. Please speak with your Pavlus Travel Planner for complete vendor terms and conditions, including eligible tour and cruise dates.
