Discover Greece's most memorable spots by land and sea on this 12-day journey. Travel through Classical Greece with time to explore Athens, Olympia, Delphi, Kalambaka and the wondrous Meteora Monasteries. Then, board a 4-day cruise and explore Greece's beautiful coastline and charming island life.
Visit iconic Greek islands and experience the history, charm and sunny skies of this incredible region.
Partially guided tour | 12 days | 10 nights
Trip Highlights |
Greece
- Athens - Olympia - Delphi - Kalambaka - Mykonos - Patmos - Heraklion -Santorini
Turkey
Inclusions
- Round-trip flights to Athens (if Flight & Hotel package option is chosen)
- Airport and port transfers in Athens
- 7 nights of hotel accommodation
- 3 nights of cruise accommodation on a full-board basis
- 10 breakfasts, 3 lunches and 6 dinners; select drinks and beverages during food service hours on the cruise
- 4-day Classical Greece tour
- More Moments activities included:
- Half-day tour to the Acropolis and the New Acropolis Museum
- Ku?adasi Shore Excursion - Ancient Ephesus Through the Ages
- Crete Shore Excursion - Minoan Palace of Knossos
- Porterage and gratuities on cruise
- Earn extra Aeroplan® points per member on this tou
Day 1 | Depart Canada
Day 2 | Welcome to Athens
- Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel and check in. Spend the rest of the day exploring Athens at your own pace.
Day 3 | Athens: Sightseeing
- Enjoy a morning sightseeing tour of the city, including a visit to the Acropolis. Then, spend the rest of the afternoon discovering Athens at your own pace.
- More Moments Activities Included
- The Acropolis and the New Acropolis Museum
- Follow your expert guides as they take you for a quick stop at the Panathenaic Stadium, where the first modern Olympic Games were held in 1896. From here, you’ll pass by the Temple of Olympian Zeus, the Arch of Hadrian, the Parliament and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, the Academy, the University, the National Library and the Constitution Square (Syntagma). Next up is a comprehensive visit to the Acropolis to see architectural masterpieces of the Golden Age of Athens: the Propylaea, the Temple of Athena Nike, the Erechtheion and the impressive Parthenon. End the tour with a visit to the New Acropolis Museum.
- Meal(s): Breakfast
Day 4 | Athens: At Leisure
- Spend the day exploring Greece’s capital. Sample delectable Greek cuisine at one of the countless quaint tavernas and cafés or hit the shops on Ermou and Kolonaki streets.
- Meal(s): Breakfast
Day 5 | Athens - Classical Greece Tour
- After breakfast, embark on your four-day Classical Greece tour. Head out towards Olympia, with a stop at the Corinth Canal, then continue to Epidaurus with its fourth-century BC theatre. Next, stop at Nafplio, a modern seaside resort and old town. The last stop of the day is the archeological site of Mycenae, the city "rich in gold" of the ancient poets. Continue to Olympia for the night.
- (Approximately 265 km)
- Meal(s): Breakfast and dinner
Day 6 | Classical Greece Tour: Olympia - Delphi
- After breakfast, visit Olympia, the site of the ancient Olympic Games, where you can explore the Temple of Zeus and the Archaeological Museum of Olympia ($). Continue towards Delphi, passing through the picturesque coastal towns of Nafpaktos and Itea.
- (Approximately 240 km)
- Meal(s): Breakfast and dinner
Day 7 | Classical Greece Tour: Delphi - Kalambaka
- Enjoy a guided tour of Delphi. Located on the slopes of Mount Parnassus, Delphi is the home of the Temple of Apollo. Visit the Treasury of the Athenians and the Delphi Archaeological Museum. After your tour, depart for Kalambaka. Enjoy dinner at your hotel.
- (Approximately 228 km)
- Meal(s): Breakfast and dinner
Day 8 | Classical Greece Tour: Kalambaka - Meteora Monasteries - Athens
- Visit the breathtaking Meteora Monastaries. Perched on huge granite rocks, the monasteries seem to be suspended between earth and sky, providing a magnificent view. Each monastery contains priceless historical and religious treasures. Next, travel towards Athens via Trikala, Lamia and Thermopylae where a stop will be made to visit the Monument of Leonidas. Return to Athens for the night.
- (Approximately 354 km)
- Meal(s): Breakfast
Day 9 | Athens - 3-Day Cruise: Mykonos
- Transfer to the port to board your 3-day cruise. Arrive in Mykonos and spend the evening exploring this lovely island filled with charming, whitewashed buildings at your own pace.
- Meal(s): Breakfast, lunch and dinner on board
Day 10 | Cruise: Ku?adasi Shore Excursion - Patmos
- Arrive in Ku?adasi early in the morning and head out on an excursion to Ancient Ephesus. The next port of call is Patmos. Stroll through the picturesque town or join an optional shore excursion to the Monastery of Saint John the Theologian and the Cave of the Apocalypse ($).
- More Moments Activities Included
- Ku?adasi Shore Excursion - Ancient Ephesus Through the Ages
- Explore this UNESCO World Heritage Site and see relics from Hellenistic and Roman eras. Stroll through the ancient city and see the Agora, the Temple of Hadrian and the Library of Celsus. End the day at the Grand Bazaar in Ku?adasi.
- Meal(s): Breakfast, lunch and dinner on board
Day 11 |Cruise: Crete Shore Excursion - Santorini
- After an early morning arrival in Crete, embark on a bus tour to the Minoan Palace of Knossos to see relics of Minoan civilization from thousands of years ago. In the afternoon, set sail for magical Santorini and be greeted by legends of time past.
- More Moments Activities Included
- Minoan Palace of Knossos
- Continue on your excursion and learn all about Venetian heritage, including Koules Fortress, the Morozini Fountain, and the Church of St. Titus.
- Meal(s): Breakfast, lunch and dinner on board
Day 12 | Cruise - Athens - Return to Canada
- Arrive in Athens early in the morning. Transfer to the airport to board your flight home.
- Meal(s): Breakfast
Comfort Accommodation
Athens
- Polis Grand Hotel (or similar)
Olympia
Delphi
- Hermes Delphi Hotel (or similar)
Kalambaka
- Orfeas Hotel (or similar)
Superior Accommodation
Athens
- The Stanley Hotel (or similar)
Olympia
- Hotel Europa (or similar)
Delphi
- Amalia Hotel Delphi (or similar)
Kalambaka
- Grand Meteora Hotel (or similar)
Premium Accommodation
Athens
- Wyndham Grand Hotel (or similar)
Olympia
- Hotel Europa (or similar)
Delphi
- Amalia Hotel Delphi (or similar)
Kalambaka
- Grand Meteora Hotel (or similar)
Important Information | Departure Dates | March 26 – October 09, 2026
Not included:
- Meals and drinks, unless noted
- Transfers, unless noted
- Additional activities and excursions
- Personal expenses and insurance
- Greece city Tax paid locally, upon arrival at hotel, per room per night. Subject to change without notice.
- New Government Sustainable Development Fee for guests visiting Greek Ports
- Gratuities for the land portion
- Celestyal Pay: Food & Beverages including drinks and meals at specialty restaurants purchased onboard the vessel on 1st day of the cruise
- Gratuities for the land portion
- New Government Sustainable Development Fee for guests visiting Greek Ports
Activities
- The More Moments activities/excursions mentioned in the itinerary are all included in the package but may be rescheduled to take place on an earlier or later day, depending on availability and operational day.
- The Acropolis and the New Acropolis Museum:
- Half-day morning tour
- April to October
- Daily service
- English/French departure at 8:45 a.m. – return at 1:30 p.m.
Transportation
- Celestyal Cruises with M/V Celestyal Discovery or similar
City Tax
- City taxes are applicable for hotel stays in Greece and are payable in local currency upon arrival.
Important Note
- The order visited may change due to operational restrictions. The itinerary above is for reference only.
- Celestyal Pay Program aboard the Celestyal Cruise line
- Food & Beverages including drinks and meals at specialty restaurants must be purchased onboard the vessel on 1st day of the cruise
- Outside Cabin and may be allocated in category XA or XBO (Obstructed View)
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