Upon arrival at Athens International Airport, you will be met by our representative and transferred to your hotel.
Balance of the day at leisure.
If time permits depending on your arrival time to Athens, you may enjoy one of our optional tours. (Cape Sounion or Athens By Night Tour with Traditional Greek show).
Overnight stay in Athens.

After breakfast, transfer to port for embarkation approximately at 13:00hrs on ship for a 4 days/3 Nights cruise exploring 4 Greek islands and Turkey.
18:00 Arrival at Mykonos, renowned the world over for its lovely countryside and its beaches, its iconic windmills and sea breezes, the Little Venice neighborhood of Mykonos Town… it’s a dream from which you won’t want to wake. Stroll the picturesque alleys of Mykonos Town and, after the sun tucks itself into the sea, drink and dance deep into the night in one of Mykonos Town’s jet set nightclubs. It only takes a few hours on this paradisiacal island to understand how it’s earned its reputation as one of the world’s most beloved vacation destinations.
Cruise ship departs for Kusadasi at 23:00hrs.
Overnight stay on Cruise

07:30hrs Arrive for breakfast in quiet Kusadasi, whose white sand beaches and incomparable shopping are a stone’s throw from the legendary excavation of Ancient Ephesus- one of the best-preserved and the Terrace Houses, one of the largest and most complete ancient cities in the world, the House of the Virgin Mary, beautiful Sirince Village and the thrilling metropolis of Izmir. Enjoy the excursion of “Ancient Ephesus through the ages” included in your program. Kusadasi is also home to a fantastic covered bazaar, where you can shop with a view of the town’s picturesque harbor.
Cruise ship departs for Patmos at 13:00hrs from Kusadasi.
17:45hrs Arrival at the blessed island of Patmos, a verdant, mountainous paradise considered one of the world’s loveliest destinations. Many believe John the Apostle wrote the Book of Revelations in a mountainside grotto (Grotto of Apocalypse) on Patmos where he heard the voice of God. At the top of the mountain, within the white walls of Hora, the monastery founded in his honor in 1088 stands guard above this holy island.
Cruise ship departs for Crete at 21:30hrs
Overnight stay on Cruise.

07:00 Ship arrives to Heraklion, an ancient Venetian port and the capital of Crete. Greece’s largest island will greet you like family. It’s a wonderland of secluded beaches, hiking trails, rivers and archeological marvels, including the Minoan Palace of Knossos, the first civilization in Europe, and the Archeological Museum in Heraklion with its majestic exhibition of invaluable treasures from the Ancient, Classical, Hellenistic and Roman periods of Crete in 20 galleries. Its collection of Minoan art and artifacts, many of them from nearby Knossos, is considered the finest in the world. Walking the city discover among others; Piazza dei Signori (Square of the Lords) and the elegant awarded Loggia, a nobleman’s club, the Fountain of the Lions, which was built by Francesco Morosini, St. Mark’s Basilica, the medieval Monastery of Saint Catherine and the Cathedral of Agios Minas. And don’t leave the island without a bottle of Cretan olive oil, the world’s finest. However you decide to spend your morning in Crete, you’ll fall in love.
Cruise ship departs for Santorini at 12:00hrs.
Arrival at 16:30hrs to the volcanic island of the Cyclades, Santorini; its mighty cliffs rise from the blue waters of the Aegean like a dream. Admire upon the cruise ship’s arrival in Santorini the spectacular caldera, created by the eruption of the island’s volcano in ancient times and the white washed houses perched on the edge, 300 meters above the sea level. Discover with your tour (optional) the breath-taking panorama of Oia, the most photographed spot in Greece, known worldwide for its fascinating sunset, the Monastery of Profitis Ilias and the capital of Fira with the Museum of Prehistoric Thira, whose exhibits date from the Neolithic era through the 17th century BC, and the Megaro Ghyzi, a cultural center. Fira is full of art galleries, award-winning restaurants, chic cafes, cozy bars, nightclubs, traditional taverns and unique shopping.
Cruise ship sets sail for Athens port at 21:30hrs.
Overnight stay on Cruise.

Your cruise to the Greek islands has come to an end.
Upon arrival at port in Athens, approx. at 06:00, depart from Athens with the guide for the visit to the Monastery of San Luca (Osios Lucas), one of the most important examples of Byzantine architecture and art (UNESCO World Heritage).
Continue to visit the famous Archaeological Site of Delphi, known in ancient times for its mystical energy and for the power of the God Apollo. On Mount Parnassos, in a landscape of immense beauty, we find the ruins of the Sanctuary of Apollo and the Museum, full of masterpieces of ancient sculpture such as the bronze Auriga.
After Delphi visit, departure for Kalambaka.
Upon arrival in Kalambaka, check-in to hotel and overnight stay.

After breakfast at the hotel, visit the Meteora. Famous for its impressive and well-preserved monasteries, which contain an inestimable history and religious treasures, as well as exquisite examples of Byzantine art, remaining between earth and sky on top of huge rocks. Once the visit of the monasteries is over, we proceed to the city of Kalambaka for lunch and then we continue to Vergina, a small town in the northern part of Greece near Veria, capital of Imathia. The city became internationally famous in 1977, when the Greek archaeologist Manolis Andronikos unearthed what he thought was the burial place of the kings of Macedonia, including the tomb of Philip II, father of Alexander the Great. These artifacts established the site as the ancient city of Aigai. Visiting the museum that was inaugurated in 1993, you will understand that it was built in a way to protect the tombs, expose the artifacts and show the mound as it was before the excavations. The two most important tombs were not stripped and contained the main treasures that can be admired in the museum. The tomb of Philip II, father of Alexander, was discovered in 1977 and is divided into two rooms. The main room included a marble sarcophagus, and inside there was the larnax made of 24 carat gold and weighs 11 kilograms. Within the golden larnax the bones of the dead were found and a gold crown of 313 oak leaves and acorns 68, weighing 717 grams.
The facade of the tomb of Alexander IV of Macedonia: In 1978 another burial place was discovered near the tomb of Philippe, who belongs to Alexander IV of Macedonia, son of Alexander the Great. It was slightly smaller than the previous one and also was not stripped. Your guide will take you inside the museum to see some of King Philippe’s most important assets, including the King’s Shield and gold-trimmed pettor. According to legend, the golden chest containing the king’s bones was washed with wine and wrapped in a purple cloth. Moreover, you can learn how it was brought to light before seeing the golden chest. Also on display are the golden tiaras of unrivaled art, sumptuous wall paintings and a golden crown of oak leaves.
After visiting the archaeological site of Vergina, our bus will take us to a small hill near the town of Veria, where local tradition holds that St. Paul has preached. A small shrine known as the Altar of St. Paul was erected in this place. Many religious ceremonies are still held at this altar today.
After the visit to the Altar, we will return to the city of Thessaloniki, early in the afternoon.
Overnight stay at hotel in Thessaloniki.

After breakfast at hotel, drive towards Kavala, along “Egnatia” road built on the ancient Roman road “Via Egnatia” and passing by the lakes of Koroni and Volvi, as well as by the village of Asprovalta, with a visit to the Lion of Amfipolis.
We continue with a visit to the place where Santa Lydia, the first woman in Europe, was christened Cristiana da San Paolo and to the archaeological site of Philippi, where we can find the ‘Forum Romanum’ and the ruins of the two Christian Basilicas (the prison where Saint Paul was held prisoner), as well as the ancient Greek Theater.
At the end of the visit, depart for Kavala, stop to admire the beautiful town and its port and lunch in a local restaurant.
In the evening arrival in Thessaloniki and overnight stay at the hotel.

After breakfast at the hotel, meet with our guide and start the tour with a panoramic tour around the city. See the main places of interest in the city. Take a short break at the White Tower to take some pictures. Then continue the tour by visiting Agios Demetrios Byzantine church which is the most important church in Thessaloniki for religious, historical and artistic reasons. The most famous and interesting part of the church is the ancient underground “Crypt”. The crypt was rediscovered after the fire of 1917 and was finally restored as an exhibition / museum in 1988. According to Christian tradition, the Saint was imprisoned here and died in 303 AD. You will also have the opportunity to visit the “Vlatadon” monastery, also known as the “Tsaous” Monastery. It is a monastery in the Upper Town region of Thessaloniki. It is the only monastery of the Byzantine period of the city, founded in the mid-14th century, which remains open until today. During the 15th century the abbey prospered. After the capture of Thessaloniki by the Turks, some privileges were given to the monastery, validated with a “firm” by Sultan Mehmed II in 1446. In addition, some Ottoman-style buildings show that in the 16th century the monastery was inhabited by Turks. In 1801 the patriarch Cirillo Loukaris restored the monastery church, but in 1870 a fire destroyed part of it, including the library. The damages were repaired at the expense of the Ecumenical Patriarchate.
Today the Abbey belongs to the Ecumenical Patriarchate. From the original construction, the only thing that remains is the sanctuary and a few other architectural elements. Near the monastery church, which is dedicated to the “Transfiguration”, there is a vaulted chapel from the 14th century with period frescoes of the “Paleologo” family. According to local tradition, the monastery was built in the place where Paul preached and lived during his stay in the city. 93 codes and records of the monastery are saved and have been transferred to the “Moni Iviron of Mount Athos”, during the Second World War.
After visiting the Altar, return to Athens by bus.
On our way to Athens, a brief stop at Thermopylae, where the fierce battle between Persians and Greeks took place during the Persian invasion of 480-479 BC. The Greek force (300 warriors) was small but very determined able to take a stand against the huge Persian army.
Arrival in Athens and overnight stay at the hotel.

After breakfast at hotel, pick up for our Athens Sightseeing Tour. Our Athens Half Day Tour begins with a panoramic drive around Syntagma square, passing by many sightseeing hot spots such as National Garden, Hadrian’s Arch, St. Paul’s Church, Parliament, Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, Catholic Cathedral and Schliemann’s House. We will then drive past the Athens Trilogy which includes the University of Athens, the Academy of Athens, and the National Library. Our licensed guide will make you feel as if you are experiencing firsthand Athens’s old and new history as you look at these stately buildings. We continue for a photo stop at Panathenaic Stadium, otherwise known as Kallimarmaro Stadium, where the first Olympic Games took place in 1896. As we proceed, we pass by Zappeion and the Temple of Olympian Zeus. Last but not least, we make our way to the archaeological site of Acropolis, an UNESCO’S world heritage monument and we visit Propylae, as well as the small Temple of Athena Nike. Of course, our visit shall not be completed without the Parthenon and Erechtheion. The expert guided Athens sightseeing and museum tour continues with a pleasant short walk passing by Herodion and Dionysos Theater, in order to visit the New Acropolis Museum. With this Athens half day tour, you will enjoy one of the top UNESCO'S world heritage monuments.
At the end of our tour, we drive towards Ancient Corinth to continue following the steps of St. Paul.
Departure from Athens toward the southwest of Greece, enjoying a scenic drive along the coastline until reaching the impressive Corinth Canal, the narrow man-made channel that dramatically slices through rock to connect the Aegean Sea with the Ionian Sea (short stop for photos). Continue to Ancient Corinth, one of the most significant cities of early Christianity and the place where St. Paul lived, preached, and wrote for nearly two years. As you explore the extensive archaeological site, you’ll walk among the remains of the Agora, the bustling marketplace where St. Paul spoke to the Corinthians, and admire the striking Temple of Apollo, dating back to the 6th century BC. The ruins vividly reflect the power, prosperity, and cultural importance of Corinth in antiquity, offering a meaningful setting to reflect on St. Paul’s teachings and the early Christian community that once flourished here.
Return to Athens late in the afternoon.
Overnight stay at hotel in Athens.

Breakfast at the hotel, check-out and morning at leisure for your last-minute shopping or strolling down the streets of Athens.
Depending on your international departure flight, transfer to Athens International Airport.