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Ultimate Greece Experience: Mainland Highlights & Aegean Cruise

Athens – Classical Greece – Meteora – Greek Islands & Turkey Cruise (14 Days)

Designed for smart travelers who want to experience the very best of Greece in one seamless journey, this all-inclusive itinerary combines ancient history, breathtaking landscapes, cultural depth, and island glamour — topped off with a luxury Aegean cruise to Greece and Turkey.

From the birthplace of democracy to the Oracle of Delphi, from cliff-top monasteries to iconic sunsets over the caldera, this journey truly delivers “the whole package.”

Departure from Athens: Every Sunday (May – October)

Why Choose This Tour?

• ✔️ Covers all major highlights of Greece in one itinerary

• ✔️ Combines guided mainland tours + premium Aegean cruise

• ✔️ Ideal for first-time visitors who want maximum value & depth

• ✔️ Carefully paced with expert guides and quality accommodations

• ✔️ Optional upgrades available for private tours & cabin classes

Tour Overview

🇬🇷 Athens – Where Ancient Glory Meets Modern Life

Your adventure begins in Athens, one of the world’s most historic capitals. Walk in the footsteps of philosophers, Olympians, and emperors as you explore iconic landmarks such as the Acropolis, Parthenon, and Panathenaic Stadium, before enjoying a scenic coastal drive to Cape Sounion and the legendary Temple of Poseidon, dramatically perched above the Aegean Sea.

🏛 Classical Greece – The Heart of Ancient Civilization

Journey through mainland Greece on a 4-day classical tour, discovering legendary sites that shaped Western civilization:

• Mycenae & Epidaurus, marvels of ancient engineering

• Olympia, birthplace of the Olympic Games

• Delphi, home of the mystical Oracle of Apollo

• Meteora, a UNESCO World Heritage Site where Byzantine monasteries crown towering rock formations

🚢 Aegean Cruise – Greek Islands & Turkey in Style

Complete your journey with a 7-night luxury cruise through the Aegean Sea. Visit a handpicked selection of iconic destinations:

• Thessaloniki, a vibrant city with strong Byzantine heritage

• Kusadasi (Turkey), gateway to the magnificent Ancient Ephesus

• Crete (Heraklion), with optional visit to the Palace of Knossos

• Santorini, world-famous for its volcanic caldera and golden sunsets

• Mykonos, cosmopolitan, stylish, and unforgettable

• Milos, a Cycladic gem with lunar landscapes and turquoise waters

What’s Included

• 3 nights hotel accommodation in Athens

• Full-day Athens city tour & Cape Sounion excursion (with lunch)

• 4-day Classical Greece tour (Olympia – Delphi – Meteora)

  • 3 nights accommodation in carefully selected 3★ hotels

• 7-night “Idyllic Aegean” Cruise with Celestyal Cruises

  • Standard inside cabin (Category IA – upgrade available)

  • Full board dining on board

  • Complimentary essential Wi-Fi

  • Unlimited soft drinks during meals

  • Coffee, tea, water & juices daily (06:00–22:00)

• All guided sightseeing entrance fees

• Transfers as per itinerary

• Meals included:

  • 13 breakfasts

  • 6 lunches

  • 10 dinners

• VAT included

Not Included

• International airfare

• Personal expenses & beverages not mentioned

• Port & service charges

• Visa fees (if applicable)

• Hotel stayover tax (paid locally)

• Sustainable Development Fee (paid on board)

• Customary tips

Detailed Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1 – Sunday | Arrival in Athens

Meet your local representative at Athens International Airport and enjoy a comfortable private transfer to your hotel. The rest of the day is free to explore Athens at your own pace — stroll through Plaka, enjoy a rooftop dinner, or admire the Acropolis illuminated at night.

Overnight: Athens

Day 2 – Monday | Athens Full-Day Tour & Cape Sounion

Discover Athens’ most important landmarks, including the Acropolis, Acropolis Museum, Hadrian’s Arch, Temple of Olympian Zeus, and Panathenaic Stadium. Enjoy lunch at a traditional Greek restaurant before driving along the coast to Cape Sounion for unforgettable sea views at the Temple of Poseidon.

Overnight: Athens
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 3 – Tuesday | Peloponnese: Corinth – Epidaurus – Mycenae – Olympia

Depart for mainland Greece. Stop at the Corinth Canal, visit the Theatre of Epidaurus, explore Mycenae and the Tomb of Agamemnon, then continue through scenic landscapes to Olympia.

Overnight: Olympia
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 4 – Wednesday | Ancient Olympia – Delphi

Explore Ancient Olympia, including the Temple of Zeus, the original Olympic Stadium, and the Archaeological Museum. Cross the spectacular Rio–Antirrio Bridge and arrive in Delphi.

Overnight: Delphi
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 5 – Thursday | Delphi – Kalambaka

Visit the Oracle of Delphi, Temple of Apollo, Ancient Theatre, and Museum (home to the famous Charioteer). Travel north to Kalambaka at the foot of Meteora.

Overnight: Kalambaka
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 6 – Friday | Meteora – Return to Athens

Discover the awe-inspiring Meteora Monasteries, built atop towering rock pillars. Return to Athens in the evening.

Overnight: Athens
Meals: Breakfast

Day 7 – Saturday | Embark on Aegean Cruise

Free morning in Athens for shopping or leisure. At noon, transfer to the port for embarkation.

Overnight: On board
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Days 8–14 | Aegean Cruise Highlights

• Thessaloniki – Byzantine heritage & waterfront culture

• Kusadasi – Optional tour to Ancient Ephesus

• Crete (Heraklion) – Optional Knossos Palace excursion

• Santorini – Caldera views & world-class sunsets

• Mykonos – Chic streets, beaches & nightlife

• Milos – Volcanic beaches & authentic Cycladic charm

Overnights: On board
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner daily

Day 14 – Saturday | Return to Athens & Departure

Disembark at the port of Athens and transfer to the airport for your return flight home — taking with you unforgettable memories of Greece.

Meals: Breakfast

Ready to Experience Greece the Smart Way?

This itinerary is ideal for travelers who want depth, comfort, and unforgettable moments — without compromise.