Greek Islands Getaway – ITINERARY

Ports of Call

Day 1, (Wed) USA- Athens, Greece
Board your overnight flight to Athens. Relax and enjoy dinner, movie, and breakfast on board. (D,B)

Day 2, (Thu) arrive in Athens, Greece
Welcome to Athens, capital of Greece, cradle of democracy, birthplace of Western Civilization - Athens is a vibrant city where the ancient and the modern co-exist. The majestic Acropolis with Parthenon rises above the city, its ancient glory still visible in the timeworn stone, and the National Archaeological Museum holds countless treasures from Athens' Golden Age.
Our representatives will meet you after clearing customs, and you’ll be transferred to your centrally located hotel. Remainder of the day is at leisure to relax after your transatlantic flight or to begin your explorations of this fascinating and historic city (B)

Day 3, (Fri) Athens - Piraeus (Embarkation 11am) – Arr. Mykonos 6pm – Depart 11pm

Drive to Piraeus for embarkation. At 11am, sail into the deep blue waters of the Aegean Sea, easily settling into the cruising routine of sunbathing, sipping cool drinks, splashing in the pool, and reveling in the delights prepared by the ship's expert chefs. Later, dock at the mountainous island of Mykonos with its characteristic windmills and dazzling white houses. Time to wander at whim through narrow paved streets lined with trendy boutiques and shady taverns before returning on board. (B,L,D)

Day 4, (Sat) Kusadasi, Turkey - Patmos, Greece .

Kusadasi, Turkey. Arrive 7:00am – Depart 12:00 noon):
Kusadasi is a picturesque Turkish town  located approximately 17 km from Ephesus the ancient Greek colony founded by the Athenians. A tour to nearby Ephesus should not be missed, for here history truly comes to life. Walking towards the ancient harbor, down a marble road rutted by the wheels of countless chariots, you pass architectural masterpieces like the Library of Celsus before arriving at the Great Amphitheater where St. Paul was arrested and cast out of the city.

Patmos, Greece  (Arrive 4:00pm – Depart 9:00 pm):
This island is known as the site of the apocalyptic Revelations of St. John the Divine, written here during his exile from the Roman Empire. The cave where he lived is near the site of the Monastery of the Apocalypse. The Monastery of St. John, built on one of the island's highest points, houses priceless icons and manuscripts in its Treasury. (B,L,D).

Day 5, (Sun) Santorini, Greece  (Arrive 8:00AM– Depart 9:00pm)

The island of Santorini is perhaps the most breathtaking of all the Greek Islands. The town of Fira white-washed houses, narrow streets, open-air cafes and glittering boutiques cling to steep cliffs, accessible by cable-car or mule. To the south is Akrotiri where recent Minoan excavations support the theories that Santorini might be the fabled lost continent of Atlantis. The optional shore excursion is available to the cliff-top village of Thera for one of the world's most breathtaking panoramas. (B,L,D)

Day 6, (Mon) Piraeus, Greece (Disembarkation) – Athens. Arrive Piraeus at 6am.
After breakfast on board, disembark at Piraeus and return to Athens. The rest of the day is free to catch up on last-minute shopping. (B)

Day 7, (Tue) Flight Home
Transfer to airport for your flight back home. (B)

About the Islands covered by this Cruise:

Mykonos, Greece: This cosmopolitan and picturesque island is well known for its graphic paved streets with hundreds of boutiques and Cycladic art shops. Beneath the sophisticated surface of Mykonos lies a quintessential Greek Island. Hundreds of tiny chapels dot the island and sheep graze in the shadow of white-washed windmills. Find a table on the waterfront and bask in the serenity of sunset over the picturesque harbor.

Kusadasi (Ephessos), Turkey: A tour to nearby Ephessos should not  be missed, for here history truly comes to life. Walking towards the ancient harbor, down a marble road rutted by the wheels of countless chariots, you pass architectural masterpieces like the Magnesian Gate and the Library of Celsus before arriving at the Great Amphitheater where St. Paul was arrested and cast out of the city.

Patmos, Greece: This island is known as the site of the apocalyptic Revelations of St. John the Divine, written here during his exile from the Roman Empire. The cave where he lived is now the site of the Monastery of the Apocalypse. The Monastery of St. John, built on one of the island's highest points, houses priceless icons and manuscripts in its Treasury

Santorini, Greece: The island of Santorini is perhaps the most breathtaking and beautiful of all the Greek Islands - it is the ideal place for enjoying the most romantic sunsets. The town of Thera's white-washed houses, narrow streets, open-air cafes and glittering boutiques cling to steep cliff, accessible by cable-car or donkey. To the south is Akrotiri, where recent Minoan excavations support the theories that Santorini might be the fabled lost continent of Atlantis.

Athens
Stanley Hotel 4-star

The 4-Star air-conditioned Stanley Hotel is located Hotel 5 minutes away from the city center of Athens, and just a mile from the
Syntagma Square, and forty five minutes drive from the Airport. The hotel was built in 1966 and renovated in 2003. It features a roof-top restaurant and bar.

GREEK ISLANDS GETAWAY CRUISE Vacation Ship Description

LOUIS MAJESTY

Ship Info
Louis Majesty is a smart, stylish and contemporary ship. Her tastefully appointed décor with soothing colors, well appointed staterooms and suites and the warm hospitality you experience on board will take you to a dreamy voyage in the treasures of the Mediterranean.

Staterooms
All 731staterooms are equipped with shower, WC, wash basin, air condition, telephone and TV and can accommodate 1,800 passengers. All cabin categories SJO, SJ & S have fridge. Hairdryer in all S staterooms.

Public rooms
The ship's public areas are of high standard. You will take pleasure in the fine international cuisine offered in Four Seasons Restaurant, Seven Seas Dining Room and Le Bistro Restaurant, relax in the elegant Coffee Bar/Espresso Point and Polo Club Piano Bar, enjoy cocktails in the lively Rendez Vous Bar, Royal Fireworks Lounge and dance the night away in Frame 52 Disco. Other facilities on board feature Monte Carlo Casino, Internet café, library & card room, boardroom, video arcade, kid's corner & pool, swimming pool, 2 hot tubs, fitness centre, Sana Wellness Center & Sauna. The vessel has stabilizers, is fully air-conditioned, with telephone, fax, satellite telephone and physician on board.

Ship Itineraries
Louis Majesty's 7, 8, 9 , 11 & 13 day cruises takes you to the highlights of the Mediterranean, lively Spain, mysterious Morocco & Tunis, beautiful Malta, picturesque Sicily & Portugal, magnificent Ionian Islands and mythical Egypt.