Aegean Delights followed by Grecian Discovery Cruise

Day 1 - Limassol

Arrive: Wed 07 May 2025 / Depart: Wed 07 May 2025 at 23:00

For those who want to shop – and those who want to explore – the main seaport of Limassol offers lots of opportunities. Limassol is the place to discover the real traditions of Cypriot life. Search through traditional old boutiques for curios, sample the island's famous whisky-sour drink in dark inns, visit the medieval Limassol Castle, or find authentic Cypriot crafts in the Folk Art Museum.

Day 2 - At Sea

Day 3 - Izmir

Arrive: Fri 09 May 2025 at 08:00 / Depart: Fri 09 May 2025 at 18:00

One of Turkey's biggest hubs, Izmir is your gateway to Ephesus, the Mediterranean's best-preserved classical city. It was in Ephesus that one of the seven Ancient Wonders of the World once stood, the Temple of Artemis. Be whisked back to the Roman age and feast on its architectural riches.......

Day 4 - Patmos

Arrive: Sat 10 May 2025 at 08:00 / Depart: Sat 10 May 2025 at 18:00

Patmos, an Aegean island in the north of Greece’s Dodecanese island group, is a significant Christian pilgrimage site. Its Cave of the Apocalypse is where John of Patmos (St. John the Theologian) is said to have written the Book of Revelations. A fortresslike, 11th-century monastery dedicated to the saint overlooks the whitewashed houses of the hilltop capital, Hora (also known as Chora).

Day 5 - Kos

Arrive: Sun 11 May 2025 at 08:00 / Depart: Sun 11 May 2025 at 18:00

Kos Town is the capital and the main port of the island. It is built on the north eastern side of Kos, around a vast area full of greenery.

Day 6 - Marmaris

Arrive: Mon 12 May 2025 at 08:00 / Depart: Mon 12 May 2025 at 18:00

Bright and breezy meets class and sophistication as the yachts of the rich and famous anchor off the the coast of Marmaris. Being the largest of the Turkish beach resorts, there's a definite ‘Riviera' feel to Marmaris. Elegant palm-lined promenades run along the waterfront while the marina plays host to a large collection of yachts. By day the young and beautiful frolic in the sea or bathe on the five kilometre stretch of Uazn Yali Beach - but scratch the surface and traditional Turkey is never far away. The rabbit warren of small streets with its whitewashed, red-roofed houses hide a treasure trove of delights including a bazaar. Not too far away is ancient Ephesus, one of the world's most impressive classical sites that was once home to the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the World.

Day 7 - Alanya, Turkey

Arrive: Tue 13 May 2025 at 08:00 / Depart: Tue 13 May 2025 at 18:00

Legendary hangout of Queen Cleopatra, Alanya’s two-faced for all the right reasons. On the one hand an ancient Seljuk city, on the other a slick beach resort, it’s a place where old meets new and the pair get along famously. Walk around and you’ll notice a lot of places with Cleopatra in their names, even one of the beaches. It’s no coincidence. In 44BC, Mark Antony presented the town to his girlfriend as a present. And as gifts go, it takes some beating…......

Day 8 - Limassol

Arrive: Wed 14 May 2025 at 08:00 / Depart: Wed 14 May 2025

For those who want to shop – and those who want to explore – the main seaport of Limassol offers lots of opportunities. Limassol is the place to discover the real traditions of Cypriot life. Search through traditional old boutiques for curios, sample the island's famous whisky-sour drink in dark inns, visit the medieval Limassol Castle, or find authentic Cypriot crafts in the Folk Art Museum.

Day 9 - At Sea

Day 10 - Athens

Arrive: Fri 16 May 2025 / Depart: Fri 16 May 2025

Surrounded by beautiful hills, Athens offers a blend of traditional Greek culture and modern hustle and bustle. From the ancient marketplace of Agora to glass-faced skyscrapers, it is quite simply unforgettable.

Day 11 - Santorini

Arrive: Sat 17 May 2025 at 08:00 / Depart: Sat 17 May 2025 at 18:00

Prepare to fall head over heels for this sun-blushed beauty. Santorini is the very essence of Greek charm. Sugar-cube houses cling to the cliffs. Vivid blue church domes add a splash of colour. And steep cliff-sides tumble into an impossibly clear sea. Just beautiful.......

Day 12 - Bodrum

Arrive: Sun 18 May 2025 at 08:00 / Depart: Sun 18 May 2025 at 18:00

Modern Bodrum is a bit like St-Tropez, only with belly dancers. Mega-yachts slide into the town’s twin harbours. Celebs lunch in trendy waterfront eateries. And bronze-limbed beauties lounge at wood-decked beach clubs. What’s the draw? For a start, the stop-and-stare scenery – think whitewashed houses dripping in bougainvillea, and olive-green hillsides melting into the Aegean. Then there’s the history – this place is home to one of the Seven Ancient Wonders of the World. And, of course, there’s its traditional Turkish charm. Bodrum’s jet-set following and blow-out night scene may have catapulted the place into the 21st century, but bazaars, belly dancing and backgammon are still the mainstay of life.......

Day 13 - Heraklion

Arrive: Mon 19 May 2025 at 08:00 / Depart: Mon 19 May 2025 at 17:00

Today, Heraklion is a city of contrasts where old meets new - ancient Byzantine churches sit in perfect harmony against the modern skyline. Crete's capital, Heraklion, is the cultural and commercial hub of the island. It's taken on a vibrant, cosmopolitan air and brims with pavement cafes, sophisticated bars, elegant boutiques and intimate tavernas. Traditional Cretan life can still be seen in the winding backstreets and alleyways that surround the old harbour.

Day 14 - Rhodes

Arrive: Tue 20 May 2025 at 08:00 / Depart: Tue 20 May 2025 at 16:00

Pack your beach towel, your sunblock and your camera, The third largest Greek island and one of the sunniest places in Europe also features Rhodes Town. Combining cosmopolitan charm with medieval sights, Rhodes Town has all the sun, sea, sand and attractions you could wish for. Wander through the Old Town to see the Palace of the Grand Masters, decked with mosaics, sculptures and antiques. Call in at the 15th century Knights of St John Hospital, now a splendid archaeological museum which houses the statue of Aphrodite of Rhodes. Continue down to the beaches and find the Street of the Artists, where artists share pavement space with open air cafes. And for the best view of the town and harbour, take a taxi to the top of Monte Smith, crowned by a 3rd century BC stadium.

Day 15 - Limassol

Arrive: Wed 21 May 2025 at 08:00 / Depart: Wed 21 May 2025

For those who want to shop – and those who want to explore – the main seaport of Limassol offers lots of opportunities. Limassol is the place to discover the real traditions of Cypriot life. Search through traditional old boutiques for curios, sample the island's famous whisky-sour drink in dark inns, visit the medieval Limassol Castle, or find authentic Cypriot crafts in the Folk Art Museum.