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13 cities
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Cruise the Greek Islands and See Ancient Turkey During a 12-Day Guided Tour
Slow down and step back in time during a 12-day guided tour of Greece and Turkey. Sail to the Greek island of Patmos, where Saint John the Divine was inspired to write the ‘Book of the Apocalypse.’ Cruise to Crete and see the ruins of King Minos' Palace of Knossos with a Local Expert, then journey to Santorini, an idyllic island where you can dine at hilltop cafes with breathtaking views of the caldera. In Athens, tour the Temple of Olympian Zeus and Arch of Hadrian with a Local Expert, who will share secrets of the ancient ruins’ past. Join a Local Expert at the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Meteora for a tour of a monastery perched over the Peneios Valley. And see unique pottery pieces made by a family of artisans during a private tour of their Mycenae studio.
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Start Athens, Greece. End Athens, Greece.
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WHAT TO EXPECT
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 delight you with an Insight Flourish, which is a local specialty representing the destination.
3 nights aboard your mid-size cruise ship featuring air-conditioned cabins with private facilities, outdoor pool, fitness center, 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.
YOUR WELL-BEING IS OUR TOP PRIORITY
Our Well-Being Directors take a proactive approach to your welfare ensuring all well-being regulations are met (available on tours with 21 or more guests).
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. Our customized luxury coaches are sanitized before the start of your tour and are maintained to very high standards. Physical distancing measures have been implemented on our customized luxury coaches.
Experience enhanced hygiene protocols to align with the latest guidance following COVID-19.All Travel Directors, Well-Being Directors and Drivers have completed training in enhanced well-being and hygiene protocols.
We only work with establishments we are confident will consistently adhere to our high well-being standards, which include hotels, restaurants and sight-seeing venues.
Hand sanitizer is freely available on board for you to use throughout the day.
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