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Glories of Greece & Three Continents Cruise - Standard, Classic Group, Winter 2021 2022

Glories Of Greece & Three Continents Cruise - Standard, Classic Group, Winter 2021 2022
Discover the treasures of some of the world's most ancient civilisations in the Mediterranean as you explore history through archaeology, religion and culture on a 7-day, multi-continent cruise.

Authentic Dining

Athens: Get to know your fellow travelers over a delightful Welcome Dinner at a local restaurant.
Olympia: Join a local chef and savour the regional

Athens: Get to know your fellow travelers over a delightful Welcome Dinner at a local restaurant.
Olympia: Join a local chef and savour the regional specialities in a fun, exciting introduction to Greek cooking.
Olympia: Join a local chef and savour the regional specialties in a fun, exciting introduction to Greek cooking.
Athens: Toast the culmination of your vacation with a lively Celebration Dinner in true Greek style at a local restaurant.
Dining Summary: 13 Breakfast (B), 1 Dinner (D), 11 Dinner with Wine (DW), 6 Lunch with Wine (LW)

Insight Experiences

Mycenae: Discover traditional pottery methods at an artist's studio in Mycenae.

Top Rated Highlights

Athens: See the Arch of Hadrian, erected in honour of the Roman Emperor and used as a divider between the ancient city and the new Roman district, along with the remaining columns of the Temple of Olympian Zeus.
Thermopylae: See the Leonidas Monument dedicated to the brave warrior and his 300 Spartans.
Kalambaka : Your Travel Director will provide an orientation of this town situated at the base of the extraordinary Meteora rocks.
Meteora: With a Local Expert, visit one of the remarkable centuries-old monasteries of Meteora, teetering on towers of rock and arguably the most spectacular place to visit in Greece.
Delphi: With your Local Expert, walk to The Sacred Way once lined with offertory temples. See the reconstructed Athenian Treasury and pass the superb Polygonal Wall to reach the Temple of Apollo, where the people would seek divine wisdom from the mysterious Oracle.
Olympia: The stadium of Olympia hosted the ancient Olympic Games and the Heraia, the women's games in honour of Hera. See the Temple of Zeus, athlete's gymnasium and the stone marker where the sprint began.
Mycenae: Walk through the Lion Gate past the royal beehive-tombs where Schliemann uncovered golden treasure, while hearing tales of Agamemnon from your Local Expert.
Nafplio: Join your Travel Director in an orientation of this beautiful seaport town and see why it is named one of Greece's prettiest spots.
Corinth Channel: Cross the amazing rock-cut channel dividing the Peloponnese from mainland Greece.
Cairo: Admire the remaining Wonders of the Ancient World as you explore through the Pyramids of Giza and the mighty Sphinx. Hear about Egyptian history as you walk through the National Archaeological Museum and learn the art of making papyrus paper out of reeds when you visit a Papyrus Institute.
Rhodes : See the classical Acropolis of Lindos and the Palace of the Grand Master of the Knights in Rhodes.
Ephesus: Discover one of the world's finest ancient sites. Led by your Local Expert, walk the Arcadian Way, see the Library of Celsus and Amphitheatre and visit the House of the Virgin Mary.

Included Insight Services

Our highly-skilled Travel Director will ensure your journey is seamless, serving as your expert guide, consummate organiser, and friend overseas
In Athens, your knowledgeable local Insight host will ensure your time in this city is seamless
Enjoy the comfort of Insight's luxury, air-conditioned, 40-seat coach with onboard washroom
Alternate vehicles without onboard washroom or 40 seats may be used on occasion
On departures with 8 or more guests, personal radio headsets give you the freedom to wander during visits to famous highlights, without missing any of your Local Expert's fascinating commentary
We carry your bags for you and promptly deliver them to your hotel door
Hotel and restaurant tips are included - you'll never have to worry about how much to give, nor search for foreign currency
We also include all taxes and porterage charges at hotels
Stay connected with friends and family with our complimentary coach and hotel Wi-Fi (where available)
From time to time, your Travel Director will enchant you with an Insight Flourish, which is a local specialty representing the destination
7 nights aboard your mid-size cruise ship featuring air-conditioned cabins with private facilities, outdoor pool, fitness centre, beauty salon, casino, bars & restaurants
You will enjoy the services of a Cruise Director, while on board, and all port taxes and crew gratuities are included
Breakfast, lunch and dinner are served daily onboard your ship and we provide a complimentary drinks package, featuring a selection of alcoholic, soft drinks and hot beverages
Transfers are included between Insight hotels and cruise port
Complimentary transfers from/to Athens Airport are available on arrival and departure days, or with additional accommodation booked through Insight Vacations

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Dec 05, 2021 through

Dec 19, 2021

Book by: Dec 1, 2021 7:00 PM

14 Nights from

$4,725.00 (USD)

Per Person

Airfare not included

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6706926

Dec 19, 2021 through

Jan 02, 2022

Book by: Dec 15, 2021 7:00 PM

14 Nights from

$4,795.00 (USD)

Per Person

Airfare not included

Terms & Disclaimers

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6706928

Itinerary

Day	Destination
1	Welcome to Athens
2	Athens, City of Gods
3	The pinnacles of Meteora
4	The Sacred Way and onto Olympia
5	Ancient Olympia
6	Mycenae and Nafplio
7	Getting ready to sail
8	Sailing to Egypt
9	Alexandria and Port Said
10	Discovering Ashdod
11	Adventures on Cyprus
12	Myth and Legend of Rhodes
13	On to Kusadasi
14	Disembark in Athens
15	Depart Athens

Detailed Itinerary

Prices are per-person based on double occupancy, unless otherwise noted.