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Day 1, Sun: Athens: |
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Upon arrival in Athens, you will be met and
transferred to your hotel. Rest of the day at
leisure. |
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Day 2, Mon: Athens / Mycenae / Olympia: |
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Today begin your Classical Tour of Greece.
Millenniums of history unfold as you visit the
archaeological sites of Mycenae and Epidaurus.
Drive on to Olympia for dinner and overnight. (B,D) |
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Day 3, Tue: Olympia / Delphi: |
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Morning visit of the ancient site of Olympia, site
of the ancient Olympic Games and its museum.
Drive via Patras and Rion to Delphi for dinner and overnight.
(B,D) |
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Day 4, Wed: Delphi / Athens: |
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Morning visit of the archaeological site of Delphi,
including the Temple of Apollo and its museum.
Evening return to Athens for overnight.
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Day 5, Thu- Athens: |
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Morning sightseeing tour of Athens including the Acropolis.
Spend the afternoon at leisure or take an optional tour
to Cape Sounion. (B) |
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Day 6, Fri: ATHENS / LAVRION - CRUISE: |
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This morning, transfer to Lavrion to board your 7-day cruise to
the Greek Islands and Turkey. Tonight you will enjoy the
shipboard activities. (B,L,D) |
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Day 7, Sat: ISTANBUL: |
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Morning arrival in Istanbul. Take an optional
excursion to the city of Istanbul where you will
visit the sites of the city including Aghia Sophia,
Topkapi Palace, the Blue
Mosque and much more. (B,L,D) |
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Day 8, Sun: KUSADASI: |
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This morning, enjoy the shipboard activities before a
mid-afternoon arrival into Kusadasi. From Kusadasi, you can
take an optional excursion to the ancient city of Ephesus,
the most sublime ancient city in Asia Minor. (B,L,D) |
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Day 9, Mon: Santorini: |
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You will spend the majority of today in Santorini, the volcano island,
one of the most unforgettable places in the world. Walk around the narrow
streets of the town of Thira or visit the beautiful village of Oia, perched
on the rim of the caldera offering panoramic views of breathtaking beauty. (B,L,D) |
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Day 10, Tue: Crete (AGIOS NICOLAOS): |
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Early morning arrival into Agios Nicolaos, one of Crete's resort areas.
A highlight of this visit is an optional excursion to the Palance of Knossos,
which was the center of the Minoan civilization and home of the
mythical Minotaur kept by King minos. (B,L,D) |
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Day 11, Wed: RHODES / SYMI: |
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Arrive in the island of Rhodes this morning. Opt to take
an excursion to the city of Rhodes and the rocky Acropolis of
Lindos to visit the Temple of Athena. Sail on to the scenic island
of Symi, with its precipitous cliffs and small bays, where you will
spend the afternoon. (B,L,D) |
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Day 12, Thu: CHIOS / MYKONOS: |
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Morning visit to Chios, the fifth largest island in Greece. This island,
known for its production of a special type of resin, is home to more than
30 monasteries and many medieval villages. Sail on to Mykonos where you will enjoy
the whitewashed houses, picturesque windmills and lively town with
its many restaurants and chic boutiques. (B,L,D) |
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Day 13, Fri: LAVRION / ATHENS: |
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Return to Lavrion (approximately 6 am at port).
Disembark after breakfast and transfer to Athens
airport. (B) |
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ADD METEORA TO YOUR TOUR:You may visit the breathtaking Meteora by adding one (1) day/night to the Classica Tour. Departures from New York on Fridays. If purchasing air on your own, please note approximate arrival time at Pireaus port when scheduling international air departure time.
NOTE: As of Apr 11, 2017 departure, this itinerary will be slightly different and will be available on the website after Oct 5, 2016. Please call us to find out the details if you wish to book this package before Oct 4, 2016.
Passengers arriving in Athens April 30th, will have day at leisure on May 1st. The Athens sightseeing tour will be offered on day 6, the morning before the cruise. |
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3 nights accommodations in Athens. |
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Breakfast daily in Athens. |
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3 day Classical Tour of Greece by air-conditioned motor coach. Guided visits to Mycenae, Olympia and Delphi. Accommodations at First Class Amalia Hotels with breakfast and dinner included as indicated in the itinerary. |
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7-night cruise to the Greek Islands & Turkey, including all meals and entertainment. Inside cabins with two lower beds. |
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Athens City tour including the Acropolis |
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All transfers as per itinerary. |
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Hotel taxes and service charges. |
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Porterage of one suitcase per person. |
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Orientation by Homeric Tours representative at Athens hotel. |
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24 Hour "Emergency" Hotline |
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USTOA $1 Million Travelers Assistance Program. |
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** Shore excursions of Ancient Ephesus, Taste of Crete, Oia Village in Santorini and Acropolis of Lindos and Citadel of the Knights in Rhodes |
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*** Unlimited non-alcholic and alcholic drinks on the cruise |
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IMPORTANT: Celestyal Cruises requires that you pre-purchase at least two shore excursion for the cruise portion of this package until Oct 2, 2016 departure. These excursions will be included as of Apr 9, 2017. Please ask for details.
** This feature is effective between the dates Apr 9, 2017 & Oct 15, 2017
*** This feature is effective between the dates Apr 9, 2017 & Oct 15, 2017
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Grecian Voyager ® starts on select Sundays.
Homeric Tours will offer competitive airfares from USA in conjunction with your tour request |
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| Athens |
Golden Age |
Athens Plaza |
| Aug 28, 2016 |
$1,916 |
$2,025 |
| Sep 4, 11, 18, 25, 2016 |
$1,995 |
$2,090 |
| Oct 2, 2016 |
$1,995 |
$2,090 |
| Apr 9, 16, 23, 2017 |
$2,260 |
$2,355 |
| Apr 30, 2017 |
$2,325 |
$2,420 |
| May 7, 14, 21, 28, 2017 |
$2,325 |
$2,420 |
| JUN 4, 11, 18, 2017 |
$2,325 |
$2,420 |
| Aug 27, 2017 |
$2,315 |
$2,420 |
| Sep 3, 10, 17,24, 2017 |
$2,395 |
$2,490 |
| Oct 1, 2017 |
$2,395 |
$2,490 |
| Oct 8, 15, 2017 |
$2,325 |
$2,420 |
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| Athens |
Golden Age |
Athens Plaza |
| Aug 28, 2016 |
$2,860 |
$3,065 |
| Sep 4, 11, 18, 25, 2016 |
$2,998 |
$3,162 |
| Oct 2, 2016 |
$2,998 |
$3,162 |
| Apr 9, 16, 23, 2017 |
$3 |
$3 |
| Apr 30, 2017 |
$3 |
$3 |
| May 7, 14, 21, 28, 2017 |
$3 |
$3 |
| JUN 4, 11, 18, 2017 |
$3 |
$3 |
| Aug 27, 2017 |
$3 |
$3 |
| Sep 3, 10, 17,24, 2017 |
$3 |
$3 |
| Oct 1, 2017 |
$3 |
$3 |
| Oct 8, 15, 2017 |
$3 |
$3 |
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Prices are per person, based on double occupancy.
Triple occupancy and children prices are available upon request. |
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Hotels featured above may be substituted according to the availability. |
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Port taxes and ship gratuities of $345 are additional. |
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Homeric Tours will provide competitive airfares from USA in conjuction with your tour request. |
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To view the single prices, please select the "Land Only - SGL" tab. |
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Tours can be extended as desired, please inquire directly. |
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