CLASSICAL GREECE Athens- Mykonos-Kusadasi-Rhodes-Crete-Santorini Mykonos- Athens-Delphi-Kalambaka-Athens 15 Days/14 Nights

FLIGHTS AVAILABLE ON REQUEST TOUR DEPARTURES ON SUNDAY DAY 1 SUNDAY: ATHENS Arrival in Athens airport. After passing through customs, our representative awaits for you at the airport. They will guide and assist you to your hotel, take care of your luggage and of your transfer to your hotel. The remainder of the afternoon and evening is free to discover this incredible city at your leisure. Accommodation in Athens. DAY 2 MONDAY:  DEPARTURE FOR 4-DAY CRUISE:  ATHENS-MYCONOS

(Arrival 18:00 – Departure 22:00) After breakfast, the moment has arrived to commence your cruise to the Greek Islands, and the discovery of the Aegean Sea. In the evening you will reach the first port of call, Mykonos, a sun filled island and an excellent tourist spot. The nightlife is animated with bars, discotheques, and taverns, the gathering place of the international jet set. On your return aboard, you will be served supper, followed by a rich evening of entertainment.

DAY 3: KUSADASI

(Arrival 07:00 – Departure 12:00)

During the night, the cruise will head in the direction of Turkey. In the morning you will be in Kusadasi, its port also being the entry to the city of Ephesus, one of the most important archaeological reconstructions in the world.

PATMOS:  (ARRIVAL 15:30 – DEAPRTURE 20:00)

In the middle of the afternoon, you will reach your second port of call of the day: Patmos. You will admire the magnificent Monastery of Saint John dating back to the 11^th century, where magnificent frescos and rare manuscripts are sheltered. The island is also known as the place where Saint John transcribed the Apocalypse.

DAY 4:  RHODES

(Arrival 07:00 – Departure 18:00)

In the morning you will be in Rhodes. The entire day will be dedicated to visiting the city. Rhodes will give you the impression of a city right out of a fairy tale. After your arrival take the opportunity to stroll in the old quarters of the medieval era of Rhodes.

Departure in the evening.

DAY 5:  CRETE

(Arrival 07:00 – Departure 11:30)

After disembarking in Crete early morning, you will be on your own to discover this

enchanting island, the largest in Greece. Heraklion, Agios, Nicholaos, Chania, Elounda, Reythmnon and the gorge of Samaria are only a few of the attractions in Crete, an archaeological treasure. This island also possesses magnificent ruins, museums, beautiful beaches and restaurants with the Cretan tradition.

SANTORINI (ARRIVAL 16:30 AND DISEMBARKATION)

In the afternoon the cruise will depart for Santorini. This island has, with out a doubt, the most striking sight of the Mediterranean. This circular island was devastated by a volcanic eruption 3000 years ago. You will undoubtedly fall for the charm of the dazzling, white, arched homes built in the volcanic rock, in the principle city of Fira, situated on the side of a mountain, 900 meters above sea level. End of your cruise, accommodation in Santorini.

DAY 5-6-7:  SANTORINI

Free day in Santorini

DAY 8:  SANTORINI – MYKONOS

From Santorini you will take the ferry to Mykonos and deepen your visit of this contradictory island. Mykonos is an enchanting and characteristically proper island with 365 Churches and Chapels, one for every day of the year, its famous, signature detachable Blue Dome, and the unforgettable mills that transform into Chinese shadows at sunset.

DAYS 8-9:  MYKONOS

Free day in Mykonos.

DAY 10:  MYKONOS – ATHENS

Departure by ferry to Athens. Accommodations in Athens.

DAY 11: ATHENS – DELPHI

From Athens, departure for the classical tour of “Delphi and the Meteora” 3days/2 nights. You will proceed along the road via the fertile plains of Boeotia, passing the towns of Levadia, Thebes and Arachova, the latter reputed for its colourful carpets (brief stop). Finally, you will reach Delphi, also considered to be the centre of the universe by the ancient Greeks. You will begin your visit at the Sanctuary of Apollo, the treasure of the Athenians and the Temple of Apollo. After lunch, you will continue your tour towards the Delphi Museum, where you will see the famous bronze sculpture of Athlete Aghias. Supper and accommodation in Delphi.

DAY 12:  CLASSICAL TOUR:  DELPHI – KALAMBAKA

Morning free in Delphi. After lunch, departure for Kalambaka (the gateway to the Meteora) passing from the centre of Greece. After arriving in Kalambaka, you will savour a succulent typical Greek supper.

DAY 13:  KALAMBAKA – ATHENS

In the morning you will visit the Monasteries of Meteora, built on the summit of huge rock formations. Your return to Athens you will pass by the cities of Trikala, Lamia and Kamena Vourla, and a brief stop in Thermopulae will permit you to see the monument of King Leonidas. Arrival, early evening in Athens. Accommodations in Athens.

DAY 14:  ATHENS

Morning, city tour of Athens: at the top of this city presides the majestic Parthenon on the Acropolis, a constant reminder of the unforgettable past of this ancient city. Athens a city of contrast combines the ancient and the modern. La Plaka, an old quarter of the city, with its nightlife, cafes, terraces, of the Apollo coast, and its numerous beaches, are just a few of the Capital’s attractions. Afternoon and evening free.

DAY 15:  DEPARTURE FROM ATHENS

After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your return home.

PACKAGE INCLUDES:

• 3 nights in Athens with breakfast

• 3 nights in Santorini with breakfast

• 2 nights in Mykonos with breakfast

• 3 day Classic tour with 2 meals per day

• 4 day cruise with all meals

• Ferry: Santorini/Mykonos/Athens

• Cruise tax $120.00 CAD

• All transfers

• Athens city tour

TOUR IN 3 * HOTELS

Athens: Hotel King Jason

Santorini: Hotel Daedalus

Mykonos: Hotel Mykonos Bay

TOUR IN 4 * HOTELS

Athens: Hotel Parthenon Palace

Santorini:  Hotel Daedulus

PRICE PER PERSON IN CANADIAN $

4 * HOTELS  3 * HOTELS