Greece is THE land of ancient sites and architectural treasures: the Acropolis in Athens, the amphitheater of Epidaurus, the reconstructed palace at ...more
Greece is THE land of ancient sites and architectural treasures: the Acropolis in Athens, the amphitheater of Epidaurus, the reconstructed palace at Knossos, the belly button of the cosmos at Delphi, fallen columns galore on the sacred island of Delos, and frescoed Minoan palaces on Crete. But don't expect a visit there to be a sober study of the ancient world, the Greek propensity for partying dates back to Dionysus. Then there are 1400 islands to explore. Greece is much more than what you were taught at school or the predictable summer image of glorious sunsets and sandy beaches.
Spend 2 nights in Athens, then a 4 night cruise on the Ocean Countess and end with a 2 night stay in the island of Santorini. The islands of the Aegean are blessed with clear water, gentle breezes and clarity of light, that have drawn visitors throughout the ages. Walk through the medieval city of Rhodes, where crusaders gathered before sailing to the Holy Land or visit the Acropolis of Lindos perched on a hill high above the sea with spectacular views in all directions. The world renowned land mark of Mykonos, the white-washed windmills and cobbled streets will enchant you, especially in the evening sitting on the waterfront watching the sun set over the sea and the distant islands. You will also have the opportunity to visit the Minoan Palace at Knossos and see the throne room and the ancient Labyrinth. Visit Mykonos, Patmos, Rhodes, Heraklion and Santorini in Greece and Kusadasi in Turkey. Departure Dates 2008: April: 19, 26 - May: 3, 10, 17, 24, 30 - June: 7, 14, 21, 28 - July: 5, 12, 19, 26 - August: 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 - September: 6, 13, 20, 27 - October: 4, 11, 18, 25 -November: 1
Spend 2 nights in Athens, then a 4 night cruise on the Ocean Countess and end with a 2 night stay in the ... more
Included:
• Round trip International Flights
• Hotel for 2 nights in Athens
• 3 night cruise on board the Ocean Countess
• (note - cruise is 4 nights - but you skip the last cruise night to stay in Santorini as the ship returns to Athens)
• Hotel for 2 nights in Santorini
• All meals during cruise: 4 breakfasts, 4 lunches and 4 dinners
• Host service throughout cruise
• All port taxes are included
• NOTE: Please be advised that ferries and hydrofoils only operate between April 19 and September 30 due to weather conditions.
Flight: US Airways leaving from Los Angeles to Athens, Aegean Airlines leaving from Athens to Mykonos, Aegean Airlines leaving from Santorini to Athens, US Airways leaving from Athens to Los Angeles.
Land Arrangements:: Aug 23 - Royal Olympic 5 star in Athens for 2 nights. Aug 25 - Myconian Imperial 5 star in Mykonos for 2 nights. Aug 27 - Hydrofoil from Mykonos to Santorini. Aug 27 - Majestic(Volcano View) 5 star in Santorino for 3 nights. Aug 30 - Royal Olympic 5 star in Athens for 1 night. Breakfast daily.
Flight: Delta Airlines leaving from New york to Athens, Aegean Airlines leaving from Athens to Mykonos Island, Olympic Airlines leaving from Mykonos Island to Istanbul, Delta Airlines leaving frim Istanbul to New York.
Land Arrangements:: Aug 7 - Kaningos 21 4 star in Athens for 3 nights. Aug 10 - Vencia 3 star in Mykonos for 3 nights. Aug 13 - Hyatt Regency (Deluxe)5 star in Istanbul for 3 nights. Breakfast Daily.
Flight: US Airways leaving from Los Angeles to Athens, Aegean Airlines leaving from Mykonos to Athens, US Airways leaving from Athens to Los Angeles.
Land Arrangements:: Jul 22 - Athens Imperial 5 star in Athens for 4 nights. Jul 26 - Hydrofoil from Athens (Piraeus) to Santorini. Jul 26 - El Greco 4 star in Santorini for 3 nights. Jul 29 - Hydrofoil from Santorini to Mykonos. Jul 29 - Mykonos Palace 4 star in Mykonods for 5 nights. Breakfast daily.
Flight: Olympic Airlines leaving from New York Athens, Olympic Airlines leaving from Santorini to New York.
Land Arrangements:: Jul 19 - Philippos 3 star in Athens for 2 nights. Jul 21 - Hydrofoil from Athens (Piraeus) to Paros. Jul 21 - Eri 3 star in Paros for 3 nights. Jul 24 - Hydrofoil from Paros to Santorini. Jul 24 - Aressana 3 star in Santorini for 2 nights. Breakfast Daily.
Land Arrangements:: Jul 7 - Parthenon 4 star in Athens for 3 nights. Jul 10 - Lato 4 star in Heraklion for 3 nights. Jul 13 - Aegean Plaza. 4 star in Santorini for 3 nights. Jul 16 - Economy 2+ star in Athens for 1 night.
Flight: Olympic Airlines leaving from New York to Athens, Aegean Airlines leaving from Santorini to Athens, Olympic Airlines leaving from Athens to New York.
Land Arrangements:: Jul 5 - Aristoteles 2+ star in Athens for 2 nights. Jul 7 - Hydrofoil from Athens (Piraeus) to Mykonos. Jul 7 - Elena 2+ star in Mykonos for 2 nights. Jul 9 - Hydrofoil from Mykonos to Santorini. Jul 9 - Marianna 2+ star in Santorini for 2 nights. Breakfast Daily.
Flight: US Airways leaving from Cincinnati to Athens, Aegean Airlines leaving from Mykonos Island to Athens, US Airways leaving from Athens to Cincinnati.
Land Arrangements:: Jul 4 - Arion Athens 3 star in Athens for 4 nights. Jul 8 - Albatros 3 star in Santorini for 3 nights. Jul 11 - Hydrofoil from Santorini to Mykonos. Jul 11 - Mykonos Palace 4 star in Platid Yialos for 3 nights. Breakfast Daily.
Flight: Olympic Airlines leaving from New York to Athens, Olympic Airlines leaving from Santorini to New York.
Land Arrangements:: Jun 17 - Electra 4 star in Athens for 2 nights. Jun 19 - Hydrofoil from Athens (Piraeus) to Mykonos. Jun 19 - Andronikos 4 star in Mykonos for 2 nights. Jun 21 - Hydrofoil from Mykonos to Paros. Jun 21 - Narges 4 star in Paros for 3 nights. Jun 24 - Hydrofoil from Paros to Santorini. Jun 24 - Majestic 5 star in Santorini for 4 nights. Breakfast Daily.
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