| Day 1 Saturday |
| Embarkation! Athens (Piraeus), Greece |
Welcome on board!
After embarkation this afternoon, on board, a range of activities are available to you; sip a cocktail by the pool, try your luck in the casino, work-out in the fitness center or just relax and soak up the glorious Mediterranean sun.
You will be wined and dined with an array of enticing international and Greek cuisine.
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| Day 2 Sunday |
| Thessaloniki |
Early morning breakfast will be served onboard as the ship docks at the Port of Thessaloniki.
The second largest Greek city rich in culture and history.
Thessaloniki is a vibrant city which has multiple cultural influences evident in all aspects of the local life.
From the amazing cuisine to the byzantine and ancient historical finds this city has so much to offer to the visitor.
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| Day 3 Monday |
| Kusadasi |
Early morning breakfast will be served onboard as the ship docks at the Port of Kusadasi, gateway to the majestic site of Ephesus.
A amazing excursion today! If you have not visited Kusadasi before, it is highly recommend to take part in the included tour to Ancient Ephesus.
After more than a century and a half of excavation, the city's recovered and renovated structures have made Ephesus Europe's most complete classical metropolis – and that's with 80% of the city yet to be unearthed!
You also have the opportunity to walk around this colorful port on your own and enjoy the bustling market place.
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| Day 3 Tuesday |
| Crete |
Cruise to Heraklion, the port of Crete.
In Heraklion you have the opportunity to participate in the very interesting excursion Knossos and see the ruins of the Palace of King Minos.
Or alternatively explore the town of Heraklion and enjoy a coffee in one of the outdoor cafes.
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| Day 4 Wednesday |
| Santorini |
In the morning today, the ship arrives in Santorini. Marvel at the captivating views of this magnificent island. As you approach Santorini from the water, it's hard not to be awed by the sheer cliffs that soar above a turquoise sea, by the fact that you're sailing in an immense crater of a drowned volcano and that before you lies an island shaped by an ancient eruption cataclysmic beyond imagining.
Passengers participating in the optional tour to Oia and Thira will disembark first via tender boats to Athenios Port where motor coaches will await. All other passengers will disembark via tender boats to Santorini`s small port where you can experience a fantastic journey up the caldera by cable car (disembaktion ports and procedure are weather permitting).
Either stay on the islands and enjoy dinner at leisure or return to the vessel after exploring this amazing island.
The ship will remain at the island until 00:30 a.m. of Thursday!
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| Day 5 Thursday |
| Mykonos (up to the early morning hours) |
Mykonos! An opportunity to explore this amazing island.
In the morning, the ship will dock in Mykonos; an island that needs little introduction! A summer holiday meeting point for jet setters worldwide, this glittering, glamorous island has everything you expect: fantastic beaches with crystal clear water, whitewashed sugar-cube houses with blue wooden shutters, narrow streets to stroll around, and last, but not least an incredible nightlife!
One of most known islands in Greece with a beautiful port (old town). For the avid shoppers there are souvenir shops scattered everywhere, and fashion lovers will find top shops especially for fashion and jewelry. Walk the narrow alleyways of Mykonos town, the pebble streets with the white washed houses, and uncover more of the secrets of the island!
Why not take part in the excursion by boat to the neighboring island of Delos. Famous in antiquity, covered with a myriad of ancient landmarks and buildings. The mythical birthplace of twins Apollo and Artemis, splendid Ancient Delos was a shrine turned sacred treasury and commercial centre. This Unesco World Heritage Site is one of the most important archaeological sites in Greece.
In the evening the picaresque port and the area of little Venice are great locations to enjoy the local cuisine or a coffee at one of the numerous cafes.
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| Day 7 Friday |
| Milos |
Today the cruise visits the two beautiful islands, Milos and Mykonos.
Milos, one of the less known islands of the Aegean, and one of the best hidden secrets. It is one of the cruise highlights, one of the prettiest islands and definitely worth exploring. The landscapes of Milos and the amazing rock formations make for unique scenery and some of the most interesting beaches worldwide.
Enjoy a nice breakfast and either take the optional excursion to be guided through all the interesting spots – or venture alone and explore the pristine beaches.
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| Day 8 |
| Disembarkation. Athens (Piraeus), Greece |
| An early breakfast is served onboard before disembarking the cruise ship.
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