Day 1: Depart US for Athens (Tuesday)
Board your flight to Athens.
Day 2: Athens (Wednesday)
Yassou! You will be privately transferred to your hotel. Afternoon at leisure.
Day 3: Athens (Thursday)
Morning tour of Athens including the Acropolis. Afternoon at leisure to visit the National Archeological Museum and to stroll through the Plaka area where buildings have been restored to their original splendor.
Day 4: Athens / Piraeus (Friday)
Day free in Athens until the afternoon. Transfer to Piraeus for your cruise, sailing at 5:00 p.m. Dinner and entertainment on board this evening.
IstanbulDay 5: Istanbul (Saturday)
Arrive in Istanbul, Turkey at 3:00 p.m. As you approach Istanbul from the sea, the city's skyline of graceful minarets appears on the horizon creating an unforgettable impression. Evening free to explore Istanbul. Overnight aboard ship.
Day 6: Istanbul (Sunday)
Istanbul's blend of East and West has resulted in the most magnificent architecture in the world. The optional tour takes you to these masterpieces - the Blue Mosque, the Hippodrome, St. Sophia Church, Topkapi Palace, and the Underground Cistern! Set sail at 6:00 p.m.
Day 7: Mykonos (Monday)
Arrive in Mykonos, Greece at 3:00 p.m. Wander through the narrow streets lined with white-washed homes and shops. Mykonos is known as the island that never sleeps! Sail at midnight.
Day 8: Patmos / Kusadasi (Tuesday)
Arrive in Patmos, Greece at 7:00 a.m. The optional tour is to the Monastery of St. John. Sail at 10:30 a.m. Arrive at Kusadasi, Turkey at 2:30 p.m. The optional tour visits Ephesus, the most well preserved Greco-Roman city of antiquity. Feel history come to life! Sail at 8:30 p.m.
Day 9: Rhodes (Wednesday)
Arrive in Rhodes, Greece at 7:00 a.m. The beauty of Rhodes beckons you as you enter the port. See the old town of the Knights of the Order of St. John and the Medieval Castle. Optional tour to the Acropolis of Lindos. Sail at 6:00 p.m.
Day 10: Heraklion / Santorini (Thursday)
Arrive in Heraklion, Crete at 7:00 a.m. The optional tour visits the Palace of Knossos and the Heraklion Museum. In Greek mythology, the palace was known for the famous labyrinth and home of the Minotaur monster. Sail at noon. Arrive in Santorini at 5:00 p.m. Ascend by donkey or cable car to the town of Fira. See the spectacular view Santorini is known for! Sail at 9:00 p.m.
Day 11: Piraeus / Athens / Home (Friday)
This morning, our staff will escort you to Athens airport for your flight home.
Option:
Aegean Spree Santorini Extension 4 Day Tour
Breathtaking Santorini!
White washed homes against the blue sky and turquoise sea! Enjoy this fabulous and unique island before heading home. Disembark from your cruise on Saturday and spend the next three nights in Santorini. Your extension includes round trip transfers to your hotel. The experience will be one of the highlights of your trip.
Day 10: Santorini (Thursday)
Your ship will arrive in Santorini at 5:00 p.m. Do not miss the approach to the port of this stunning island. After disembarkation, you will be met and transferred to your hotel. Enjoy the balance of your day on Santorini. Stroll through the narrow and winding streets of Fira lined with white washed homes, stores, restaurants and cafes.
Day 11 & 12: Santorini (Friday & Saturday)
Two days to enjoy Santorini! Visit the small quaint towns of Immerovigli and Pirgos. Take a wine tasting tour to Boutari wines or enjoy a sunset cruise around the island. Visit the black sand beach of Kamari. Enjoy a meal at one of the many restaurants and cafes built into the Cliffside offering stunning views. Visit the world famous small village of Oia prior to sunset. Enjoy one of the most spectacular views of the sun slowly dipping into the sea and marvel the brilliant colors of the sun and sea as they meet for the sunset.
Day 13: Santorini / Athens / Home (Sunday)
Morning transfer to the airport for your flight to Athens and back home.
