Description
Athens – the city with the most glorious history in the world, a city worshipped by gods and people, a magical city!
If you are a “beginner” with limited time, combine the Athens classic and the islands classics!
If you are a “beginner” with limited time, combine the Athens classic and the islands classics!
Cruise Smart
Itinerary
( 6 days )
Your tour’s schedule in detail:
- Arrive in Athens
Upon arrival in Athens, you will be met and transferred to your hotel, where you will spend the next two nights.
Balance of the day is at leisure. - Athens Sightseeing Tour [duration approx. 4.5hours] & Cape Sounion/Athens [duration approx. 4 hours]
Morning sightseeing tour of Athens, including a visit to the awesome Acropolis, Parthenon, Erechtheum, and Acropolis Museum Drive past the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, Royal Palace, Panathenian Olympic Stadium, Temple of Zeus, and lots more.
Take a couple of hours break from you Sightseeing to wander around the Plaka. It is the oldest district in Athens (it is also mentioned as “Gods’ district”) with outstanding scenery. The moment you start walking on its paved narrow lanes you get the feeling that you travel back in time. In the early afternoon, you will drive down the coast to Cape Sounion dominated by the spectacular Temple of Poseidon. Return to Athens in the early evening.In the early afternoon, you will drive down the coast to Cape Sounion dominated by the spectacular Temple of Poseidon. Return to Athens in the early evening.For dinner, visit Lycavittos hill or one of the numerous roof top restaurants to enjoy the magnificent night view to the Acropolis. - Embark your cruise
Mid morning transfer to the port for embarkation on your cruise ship
Friday [Mykonos]PORTS ARR. DEPT. ATHENS [Lavrion] Greece – 13:00 MYKONOS, Greece 18:00 23:00 - Saturday [Kusadasi & Patmos]
PORTS ARR. DEPT. KUSADASI (Ephesus), Turkey 07.00 13:00 PATMOS, Greece 16:30 21:30 - Sunday [Heraklion & Santorini]
PORTS ARR. DEPT. CRETE (HERAKLION), Greece 07.00 12.00 SANTORINI*, Greece 16.30 21:30 *Tendering, weather permitting
- Monday [end of cruise] – Departure
PORTS ARR. DEPT. ATHENS [Lavrion] Greece 06.00 –
Early morning arrival – Disembarkation and transfer to the Athens center or the Athens airport.
[we suggest and extra overnight in Athens. If not possible, then book flights departing after 12 noon]
Departure / Return location
ATHENS
Departure days :
Every Wednesday
From March 11 to October 28 2026
Wear
Casual dressing.
Most sites in Greece involve extended walking and/or slippery surfaces.
Therefore we strongly suggest wearing comfortable sturdy shoes.
Sunscreen, hat and water are also good “travel companions”.
Difficulty
Due to extend walking and slippery surfaces please inform us if you have walking disabilities or using a wheelchair before booking this tour.
Your ship
Celestyal DiscoveryIncluded
- Private arrival transfer from the Athens airport or Piraeus port.
- 2 nights’ accommodation at the hotel of your choice including breakfast daily and all taxes except the accommodation tax.
- Shared: Athens Sightseeing tour, Cape Sounion
- English Speaking Qualified Guide.
- Entrance Fees to the sites visited.
- 24hrs Assistance phone number.
- All current taxes and charges
During the cruise
- Delicious dining at breakfast, lunch and dinner, plus extra snacks from the Greek Deli and Pizza Oven at specified times throughout the day
- Unlimited filter coffee, tea, water and juice stations available during the day (during main restaurant opening times, usually 6:30am – 10:00pm)
- Unlimited free pour sodas in all main restaurants with meals. (Excludes Greek Deli)
- Complimentary Essential WiFi* which will allow you to browse the web, send emails, and text via select messaging apps. If you’re still hungry for more data, don’t worry – we offer a simple upgrade option.
- A range of onboard activities and entertainment throughout the day, with pop up music sessions and dazzling evening shows
- All port fees and gratuities
Not Included
- Travel Insurance
- Tips
- Climate crisis resilience charge
- Anything not clearly stated above as included
During the cruise
- Gaming at the Casinos
- Internet and Telephone Use
- Laundry Services
- Locker Rental and/or Safety Deposit Box Rental
- The Celestyal Cruises Souvenir DVD
- Medical Expenses
- Professional Photography
- Purchases in Our Shops
- Room Service d
- Salon Products and Services
- Spa Products and Services
- Travel insurance
Highlights
- Acropolis
- Acropolis museum
- Cape Sounion
- Temple of Poseidon
- Mykonos
- Heraklion
- Santorini
- Kusadasi
