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Aegean Discovery
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Enjoy the best of Greece and a taste of Turkey on this relaxing 11-day vacation. Visit the Acropolis and other famous sights in Athens before continuing to Delphi, to visit the ancient sanctuary of the god Apollo and the Archaeological Museum. Cross the Gulf of Corinth, and learn about the history of the original Olympic Games in Olympia. Then take in the scenery through the Arkadian Mountains on your way to visit Mycenae and Epidaurus. Next board your cruise ship and set sail on the deep blue waters of the Aegean Sea for a three-day cruise. Highlights along the way include visits to the Greek islands of Mykonos, Rhodes, and Patmos, as well as the port of Kusadasi.
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| Call 800-866-2056 for more information or to book today! Mention code 6551482 | | Globus | | | | Day | Destination | Description | | Day 1 | Board your overnight transatlantic flight | (Sat.) Board your overnight transatlantic flight. | | Day 2 | Athens | (Sun.) Time to rest or to start exploring the Hellenic capital. At 6 p.m. meet your Tour Director and traveling companions for a welcome drink. | | Day 3 | Athens | (Mon.) Enjoy a tour of the classical sights with a Local Guide: the Parthenon's crowning beauty atop the ACROPOLIS, the Erechtheum with its Porch of Maidens, the beautifully preserved Theseum, Roman Temple of Zeus, Theater of Dionysus, and the Agora where Socrates taught. Vistas of the Royal Palace, government buildings, and elegant homes in the modern city provide a striking contrast to the remains of the glorious past. The rest of the day is at leisure. How about a Greek dinner tonight? Your Tour Director knows where to find local fare and entertainment reminiscent of Zorba the Greek. (BB) | | Day 4 | Delphi | (Tue.) On the way to Delphi your Tour Director will tell you about Marathon, where in 490 B.C. 10,000 Athenians defeated more than twice that number of Persian invaders, and Thebes, the setting of Sophocles' Oedipus Rex. In the afternoon, a fascinating tour of Delphi's ancient sanctuary of the god Apollo in its dramatic setting on the slopes of Mount Parnassus. Hear about the Oracle and tour the EXCAVATIONS. Finally, visit the ARCHAEOLOGICAL MUSEUM to admire the Charioteer, an extraordinary 5th-century B.C. bronze statue. (BB,D) | | Day 5 | Olympia | (Wed.) Travel through the picturesque fishing villages along the coast to Patras on the Peloponnese. The afternoon is dedicated to OLYMPIA, where the athletes of antiquity performed in honor of the King of Deities. Learn about the history of those original Olympic Games as you walk with your Local Guide among the impressive remains of the Gymnasium and the Temples of Hera and Zeus. Also visit the MUSEUM that displays Praxiteles' magnificent statue of Hermes. (BB,D) | | Day 6 | Nauplia | (Thu.) Spectacular scenery on the way through the Arkadian mountains. Two major features today: MYCENAE, where 19th-century excavations reveal impressions of the splendors so vividly described by Homer. Admire the Beehive Tombs, the Treasury of Atreus, Lion Gate-Europe's oldest known monument, remains of Agamemnon's Royal Palace, and the impressive fortifications of the Citadel. Then a short drive to EPIDAURUS for a tour of its amazingly well-preserved 2,300-year-old open-air theater. Overnight in nearby Nauplia. (BB,D) | | Day 7 | Mykonos | (Fri.) Head for Piraeus via the bridge spanning the Corinth Canal. Around 11 a.m., sail into the deep blue waters of the Aegean Sea, easily settling into the cruising routine of sunbathing, sipping cool drinks, splashing in the pool, and reveling in the delights prepared by the ship's expert chefs. Later, dock at the mountainous island of Mykonos with its characteristic windmills and dazzling white houses. Time to wander at whim through narrow paved streets lined with trendy boutiques and shady tavernas before returning on board. (BB,L,D) | | Day 8 | Rhodes | (Sat.) All day is dedicated to the island of Rhodes. Explore the sights in the historic Old City with its ramparts and palaces built by the Knights of St. John during the Crusades. Another possibility: join an optional excursion to Lindos and the fabulous Temple of Athena. And if sightseeing is not your thing, Rhodes' sun-drenched public beaches and colorful shopping districts are within easy walking distance of the port. (FB,L,D) | | Day 9 | Kusadasi | (Sun.) Two ports of call today. First the tiny Greek island of Patmos, where St. John the Divine wrote the Revelation. The 11th-century monastery with its valuable manuscript collection is well worth a visit. Next, discover the Turkish port of Kusadasi. An optional excursion takes you to the fascinating Greek, Roman, and Byzantine excavations of Ephesus. (FB,L,D) | | Day 10 | Athens | (Mon.) After breakfast on board disembark at Piraeus and return to Athens. The remainder of the day is free to catch up on last-minute shopping. (FB) | | Day 11 | Return Home | (Tue.) Your homebound flight arrives the same day. (BB) |
| | | ATHENS Imperial (SF) | | DELPHI Amalia (F) | | OLYMPIA Europa (F) | | NAUPLIA Amalia (F) |
| US$ Price Details
Applicable air fare taxes and feesThe above prices are per person in category D twin inside cabin (code RI).
Upgrade per person to category TA/TB outside cabin:
$100 Upgrade per person to category SA/SB outside cabin:
$150 Supplement for single room in Athens and single occupancy of inside or outside cabin:
$561 Reduction for triple room in Athens and triple occupancy of inside or outside cabin:
$94 Reduction for leaving on day 10 in Athens (at end of cruise):
$88 Cabin assignments and meal sittings are determined during the tour prior to boarding. Extra nights per person in Athens:
Mar.-Apr.: in single room $170, in twin room $96, in triple room $82
May-Nov.: in single room $186, in twin room $105, in triple room $90
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-We may be able to provide you with flight arrangements from your gateway city.
-Additional accommodations before or after your tour may be available at our low prices. Departure/arrival taxes and fares from other cities will be advised at the time of booking. Price Guarantee: All vacation prices are based on rates (including foreign exchange rates) expected to be in effect at the time of departure. Prices are subject to increase without notice if such rates change prior to departure. The current price will be confirmed at the time of reservation. However, once Globus has received your deposit for any vacation departing during the current year, that land price is guaranteed, and any subsequent land cost increases are at our expense, not including any government tax increases. Airfares included as part of air-inclusive vacation prices are guaranteed when we receive confirmation of air itinerary and full payment. Vacation prices are per person, based on double occupancy. Single room supplements and triple room reductions may be applicable. Not included in the tour price: Federal Inspection Fees for the U.S. Customs and immigration; International Air Transportation Tax; agricultural tax; any other taxes; security fee; airport taxes and fees; passports; visas and vaccinations; tips to your tour director; tour host; tour driver; local city guides; gratuities on ferries, trains and cruise ships; laundry; telephone; mini bar; alcohol; beverages and food not on the regular table d'hote menu (these extra items will be billed to you before leaving the hotel or restaurant); optional excursions; porterage at airports; travel protection; excess baggage fees; all other items of a personal nature. |
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