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Highlights
Athens - Discover some of the world's most famous architecture, from the Panathenaic Stadium to the legendary Acropolis
Meteora - Marvel at the magical and sacred cliff-top monasteries in one of the most beautiful regions of Greece
Santorini - Wander the streets of the pretty whitewashed towns of Oia and Fira or relax on the volcanic black sand lava beaches
Kusadasi - Hop into Turkey for an optional excursion to the incredible ruins of Ephesus, home to the Library of Celsus
Delphi - Follow in the footsteps of ancient pilgrims along the Sacred Way and admire the Temple of Apollo
Mykonos - Relax on the Greek island's famous beaches and enjoy a glass of wine in one of the town's many bars
Crete - Enjoy an optional excursion to the Minoan Palace of Knossos which was the home of the Minotaur in Greek mythology
Thermopylae - Visit the site where King Leonidas made his infamous final stand against the Persians in 480BC
Mykonos - Relax on the Greek island's famous beaches and enjoy a glass of wine in one of the town's many bars
Crete - Enjoy an optional excursion to the Minoan Palace of Knossos which was the home of the Minotaur in Greek mythology
Thermopylae - Visit the site where King Leonidas made his infamous final stand against the Persians in 480BC
8 daysDuration
Group TourJoin a group of travelers
18 - 80 yearsAge range for participants
EnglishGuide language
Easy
Light physical activity suitable for most people with average fitness levels.
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Ends
Athens, Greece
Athens, Greece
Itinerary
The "Jewels of Greece and Aegean Islands - 8 Days" tour is a seamless blend of classical history and island charm, specially curated for experienced travelers and seniors. Depart from Athens to uncover the treasures of the Acropolis and Meteora before setting sail for a three-night cruise through the sun-kissed islands of Mykonos, Patmos, and Santorini. Explore the ancient ruins of Ephesus in Turkey and relax on pristine beaches, all while enjoying the company of your group and expert guides. This tour’s unique highlight is its combination of mainland heritage sites and idyllic island escapes, offering a compact yet comprehensive Greek experience.
day 1Welcome to Athens!
Welcome to Greece! On arrival in Athens, you will be met and transferred to your hotel. The rest of the day is free to head out and explore the city, an incredible contrast of the ancient and the modern.
OverNight
Athens
day 2Athens sightseeing
day 3The Delphi Sanctuary
day 4Meteora & Thermopylae
day 5Cruising to Mykonos
day 6Ephesus & Patmos
day 7Crete & Santorini
day 8Athens
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What's Included
Accommodation
4 nights 3-4 star hotels
Meals
7 breakfasts, 3 lunches and 4 dinnersA 4-day/3-night Greek Islands cruise, interior (IA/IB) cabin, with all meals and accompanying soft drinks, port taxes, and service charges. Options to upgrade to an Exterior (XA/XB) cabin or Balcony (BA) cabin for a supplement.
Transport
One Airport arrival on Day 1 and one departure transfer on day 8 per bookingAll transfers and transportation in modern air conditioned vehicles
Guide
Services of an English-speaking tour guide for all scheduled sightseeing from days 1 - 4 and services of local guides for included sightseeing
Others
Guided sightseeing in Athens, Delphi, and MeteoraNote: Touring is operated in conjunction with other tourist groups, not solely On The Go. You will join travellers who booked through other operators for sightseeing each day, some staying in different hotels, and spend your evenings at leisure. The group can vary in size from 20 - 45 persons. Guiding may be in an additional language to English
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