SPARTAN
Athens, cruise to the Greek Islands and the Turkish Riviera from Athens
Guaranteed departures from Athens every Wednesday from March to the end of October.
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What is included in this cruise
- 2-night accommodation in Athens.
- 3-night cruise to the Greek islands and Turkey on a Full Board basis.
- Unlimited alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages on board the cruise ship.
- Half-day Athens sightseeing tour with an official English-speaking guide.
- Acropolis Museum tour with an official English-speaking guide
- Guided evening walking tour through Monastiraki, Plaka and Anafiotika.
- Excursion to the Ancient City of Ephesus in Kusadasi.
- Excursion to Knossos Palace in Heraklion.
- Entrance fees and tickets as per description.
- All transfers as per itinerary.
- 24/7 Emergency phone line.
- Daily breakfast in Athens.
- Boarding fees, tips and taxes.
Not included & Optionals
- Personal expenses.
- Book more nights in Athens by clicking on "Customize your Program" or during step 1 of your reservation.
- Inquire about cruise excursions not included in your tour program.
- Click on the FAQs for more information.
- 5% discount for groups of more than 10 travelers
IMPORTANT: On the last day of your tour your departure flight should be after 11:00 hrs.
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Cruise Itinerary: Spartan
After your arrival in the mythical city of Athens, the transfer to the city centre will be conducted in one of our private vehicles. Upon your arrival at your hotel, a member of our English speaking team will help you with the check-in, inform you of all the details of your trip, give a brief account of the city and its everyday way of life and answer any questions you may have. The rest of the day is free for you to relax and enjoy Athens at your own pace.
Greca Tip: Extend your stay in Athens by adding more nights during Step 1 of 3 of your reservation!
After your breakfast, and at the agreed time, you will commence the panoramic tour of the Athenian Neoclassical Center: the Parliament, the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, the University, the Library, and National Academy, the Ilion Palace, the Temple of Zeus and Hadrian's Gate, the Panathenaic Stadium, and many other monuments and sites of great interest. You will learn all there is to know about their history and background from the licensed English-speaking Tour Guide accompanying you on this tour.
Your next stop will be the "sacred rock", the spectacular, unique and magnificent Acropolis and the Acropolis Museum. The entrance fee to both sites is included. At the end of the visit, you can either choose to return to your hotel or set out on your own adventure through the charming and picturesque streets of Plaka.
In the evening, we have included a guided walking tour that will take you through the prettiest districts of the capital, such as Anafiotika, Thissio, Monastiraki, and Plaka.
Greca Tip: In Plaka look for something alluring, like ceramics, musical instruments, handmade jewelry to specialty food shops stacked high with olives and spices.
In the morning, your assistant will escort you, in one of our private vehicles to the port of Lavrion, where you will board ship. During the cruise, you will enjoy the brilliance of the sun, the deep blue of the Aegean and take part in the activities and services offered to the passengers. In the cruise package, Greca has included three meals, two excursions, and unlimited alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks. In this way you can really concentrate on having a great time!
Your first destination will be the famous island of Mykonos, where your cruise ship will dock from 18:00 hrs until 23:00 hrs before continuing your journey around the wonderful Greek islands. Mykonos is the meeting point of the international "jet set" and famous for its wonderful beaches, dazzling shops, and vibrant nightlife. Moreover, not very far away, there is the historic island of Delos, the birthplace of Apollo and Artemis, according to the Greek mythology. This small island, inhabited since 3000 B.C was one of the most significant cultural centers of antiquity. Finally, you can pre-book other amazing excursions organized by the cruise company, so that you can visit more fascinating places and make the most of your tour.
Greca Tip: Keep your camera ready as you wander round one of the most picturesque parts, the five Windmills of Kato Mili, which sit on a small hill above Little Venice.
At 07:30 hrs, after a peaceful and comfortable night's cruising, you will awaken on the Turkish coast and at the port of Kusadasi. The first stop of your shore excursion will be the ancient city of Ephesus once visited by Saint Paul, Mark Antony, and Cleopatra, among others. Ephesus was one of the twelve Ionian cities and flourished as an important cultural, religious and commercial center.
At noon, the cruise will leave port and sail, this time towards the island of Patmos, where Saint John wrote the Apocalypse and where Jesus Christ appeared to him in the Grotto of the Apocalypse or Book of Revelation.
From 17:45 hrs to 21:00 hrs, you will have time to visit the Holy Cave of the Apocalypse, the Monastery of Saint John the Theologian and to stroll in the port of this small but so important island.
Tip Greca: You can buy a souvenir from the quaint little shops at the port of Skala and Xerotigana, a deep-fried kind of pastry with abundant use of honey and cinnamon.
After a generous breakfast, you will awaken in the largest Greek island, Crete. More precisely you will start your day in Heraklion, the capital of the island and home of King Minos and the Minotaur. Heraklion was the most significant city of the Minoan civilization, with the oldest palatial complex in Europe, the Palace of Knossos.
Free morning and then, at around noon, you will depart for the amazing and picturesque island of Santorini. As your cruise ship approaches the island, you will be filled with admiration and awe. It is the perfect moment to capture the beauty of the capital city of Fira with its painted blazing white houses and the deep blue roofs. From 16:30 hrs. to 21:30 hrs. you will have free time to explore Fira through its narrow, winding streets and later on watch one of the most beautiful sunsets in the world.
Greca Tip: You can take your sit at one of the bars and coffee shops and enjoy the views of the caldera or follow the path along the caldera’s edge with sweeping views over the island and the volcano.
After your arrival at the port of Lavrion, a member of our staff will drive you to Athens Airport to board your international flight back home or to your next destination.
Undoubtedly, after spending a few fantastic days with Greca, we hope to see you again soon to create new and extraordinary moments that will be etched in your memory forever.
Have a nice trip!, or as Greeks say: Kalo Taksidi!
Greca Tip: As a going away gift you can choose from a wide range of brightly colored flokati rugs, handmade sandals, embroidered covers and Greek honey or olive oil.
