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CRUISING THE GREEK ISLANDS

Patmos Crete
AEGEAN CLASSICS & CRUISE 14 DAYS
$

ATHENS – OLYMPIA – DELPHI – KALAMBAKA – ATHENS – THESSALONIKI – KUSADASI – From 4756 * ^ per person twin share
RHODES – CRETE – SANTORINI – MYKONOS – MILOS – ATHENS
14 DAYS | ATHENS TO ATHENS
Day 1: Athens You will be met on arrival at Athens Airport Day 8: Kusadasi (BLD) Spend the morning cruising before
and transferred to your hotel. Spend the rest of the day an afternoon arrival at Kusadasi on the Turkish coast. TRAVEL TYPE: Coach Touring, Cruise
at leisure. Overnight in Athens. Join a complimentary excursion to the Hellenistic ruins DEPARTS: Mondays (10 Apr – 2 Oct 23)
Day 2: Athens to Olympia (BD) Travel the scenic coastal of Ephesus, famed for one of the Seven Wonders of
road to Olympia. There is a short stop at the Corinth the Ancient World, the Temple of Artemis. You will also HIGHLIGHTS
Canal before arriving at the Theatre of Epidaurus, have plenty of time to explore this colourful beach town.
renowned for its remarkable acoustics. Continue via Overnight cruise to Rhodes. • Visit the renowned sites of Delphi, Olympia and
Nafplion to Mycenae to visit the Tomb of Agamemnon. Day 9: Rhodes (BLD) Arrive in Rhodes and enjoy a full day Meteora
Travel through the central Peloponnese, passing the to explore at your own pace. Get lost in Rhodes' lovely • Discover picture perfect destinations while
towns of Tripolis and Megalopolis, to Olympia, the Old Town with its maze of atmospheric cobbled streets cruising the Aegean Sea
birthplace of the ancient Olympic Games. Overnight that will transport you back to the Byzantine Empire. • Explore ancient Ephesus in Turkey
in Olympia. A complimentary excursion to the fishing villages and • Wander the beautiful island town centres with
Day 3: Olympia to Delphi (BD) Visit Olympia’s archaeological site at Lindos is included. Overnight cobbled streets, white-washed buildings and
archaeological sites; the Sanctuary of Olympian Zeus, cruise to Crete. lively restaurants
the archaeological museum and the stadium. Later drive Day 10: Crete to Santorini (BLD) Arrive in Crete early INCLUDES
through Eliad and Achaia then across the Corinthian Bay for a morning of independent touring. Visit the capital
to Delphi. Overnight in Delphi. Heraklion and absorb some of its extraordinary history. • 3 nights 3 to 4 star accommodation
Day 4: Delphi to Kalambaka (BD) Visit Delphi’s At midday the ship departs for Santorini, an instantly • Half day Athens City Tour
archaeological site and museum before continuing recognisable destination with soaring landscapes, • 4 day coach tour including entrance fees to
to Kalambaka, a small town at the foot of the giant clusters of white-washed houses, incredible sunsets Mycenae, Epidaurus, Olympia Archaeological
Meteora rock pillars and monasteries. Overnight in and the iconic, blue-domed churches of Oia. You have Site and Museum, Delphi Archaeological Site and
Kalambaka. free time to watch the sunset and try one of the many Museum and two Meteora monasteries
restaurants jostling for position on the edge of the • 7 night cruise including inside cabin
Day 5: Kalambaka to Athens via Meteora (B) Visit the caldera. Overnight cruise to Mykonos.
remarkable rock-top monasteries of Meteora. Seemingly accommodation, drinks package and two shore
suspended between the earth and sky and surrounded Day 11: Mykonos (BLD) Morning arrival at Mykonos, the excursions
by impressive scenery, these monasteries contain Island of the Winds. You have free time to enjoy a full • Meals as specified
priceless historical and religious treasures. Return to day of sightseeing or to set your own pace just strolling • Return airport and port transfers in Athens
Athens via Trikala, Lamia and Thermopylae, stopping through the atmospheric Old Town with its immaculate • Fuel Surcharge, Port Taxes and Service Charges
to admire the famous Leonidas Monument. Arrive into white-washed houses, winding alleys, lovely little ^Price includes EUR1.50 tourism tax per room per night for
Athens early evening where you overnight. churches, and delightful restaurants. See the picture 3 star hotels and EUR3 tourism tax per room per night for
postcard white windmills sitting side by side, overlooking
Day 6: Athens (BD) After breakfast depart for a half the sea. There is the option of a tour to the ancient 4 star hotels to be paid directly to the hotel by you. Price valid
day Athens city tour. See the Panathenaic Stadium temples on neighbouring Delos. for 10 Apr – 30 Apr 23.
where the first Olympic Games of modern times were
held in 1896. Pass by the Prime Minister's residence Day 12: Milos (BLD) Enjoy breakfast before arriving on the
guarded by the Euzones in their colourful uniforms, island of Milos. You have free time to explore the capital
see the Temple of Olympian Zeus, Hadrian's Arch and Plaka, 2,000-year-old catacombs or simply soak up
the Constitution Square (Syntagma) before arriving the sun on the flat rocks of stunning Sarakiniko Beach. Thessaloniki
at the Acropolis. Visit the Propylaea, the Temple of The real beauty of this gorgeous island is found in its
Athena Nike, the Erechtheion and finally the Parthenon. stunning landscapes, wind and sea sculptured rock Meteora •
Following the tour, you will travel to Piraeus to begin your formations, soft sandy beaches, secluded coves, and Kalambaka 1
seven night cruise. Overnight cruise to Thessaloniki. crystal-clear aquamarine waters.
Day 7: Thessaloniki (BLD) After breakfast, disembark Day 13: Athens (B) Arrive early at the port of Piraeus.
at Thessaloniki. Be captivated by a city that radiates After breakfast, disembark and transfer to your hotel. Delphi 1 TURKEY
culture and sophistication. Palm-lined avenues house Overnight in Athens.
glamorous shops and gourmet restaurants, and historic Day 14: Athens (B) Enjoy a final breakfast before checking GREECE 3 Athens Kusadasi
cobblestone streets present traditional tavernas and out of your hotel for your transfer to the airport. Olympia 1
ouzerias to satisfy everyone’s tastebuds. Beautiful Mykonos
churches appear on every corner, seasonal markets (B = breakfast, L = lunch, D = dinner)
sell colourful local produce and there are shaded spots Milos
on Aristotelous Square where you can sit back with Santorini Rhodes
a homemade ice cream and watch the world go by.
Overnight cruise to Kusadasi. START/FINISH
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ATTRACTION Heraklion Crete
CRUISE

* Prices are a guide only, subject to change and availability and are in New Zealand Dollars. Prices for cruises are per person twin share, unless otherwise specified. For full terms and conditions including pricing and conditions, refer
to the Booking Conditions at the back of this brochure. 57