The Ancient World of Greece and Egypt
Tour these two gems of the Mediterranean in 10 Days

DAY 3 ATHENS (B)
Breakfast is included at the hotel. The remainder of the day is yours to explore Athens as you wish or ask us about available optional tours.

DAY 4 - Athens Markets or BYZANTINE Churches (cBL)
We may have to change itinerary around to accommodate changes in Market days , and local holidays.
Ride the new Athens Subway alongside the locals today ( always escorted with your English speaking Guide) ! We take pride in affording you this experience, entirely by public transportation, with orientation by our English-speaking representative. You'll get to tour Athens fascinating vegetable & fruit markets by subway and/ or taxi. Enjoy lunch at a charming local restaurant before we head back to the hotel . Markets days/dates are subject to change, we may have to change your program in Athens to accommodate such changes.

Or if you prefer you may choose instead to tour one of the following tours:

BYZANTINE CHURCHES
Russian Orthodox Church at Filellinon & Amalias
Athens cathedral (Mitropolis) at Mitropoleos
Kapnikarea at Ermou
Saint Theodore at Klafthmonos
They then visited the Jewelry museum (LALAOUNIS) before breaking for lunch.
They used the metro 3 times (because they wanted to).

HISTORICAL INTEREST- Museum Tour :
BENAKI MUSEUM - (closed on Tuesdays)
Covering the history of Greece from Paleolithic (pre-historic, 60000 B.C.) till present. Can easily spend over 4 hours in there. There is also a cafeteria for breaks.

ARCHAEOLOGICAL INTEREST
Temple of Olympian Zeus / Dionissos Theater/ Ancient Agora/ Roman Agora


Above are only suggestions , you may discuss with the guide and modify (add/subtract) according to what you are most interested in. The guide will advise you on what is feasible to cover in a half-day. Or add another half day : additional $$$ apply

DAY 5 - CRUISE TO MYKONOS (BLD) - Must be boarding on Fridays
Our staff will escort you to Piraeus, the port of Athens, to embark on your three-day cruise. You'll sail into the Aegean, and by sunset, reach the jet-set isle of Mykonos. Stroll at your own pace along lanes lined with whitewashed houses, up to the Church of Paraportiani, or along the shore to the island's signature windmills. Enjoy an ouzo or a glass of retsina at a waterside cafe. Re-embark for a nighttime sailing. 

DAY 6 - RHODES (BLD)- Saturday
Our cruise ship arrives early at the harbor, allowing a full day on the Island of Roses. The compact, cobbled medieval city is perfect for exploring on your own. You'll want to visit the Palace of the Knights of St. John, take a look at the wares in the boutiques, and spend some time in a seaside cafe. We also offer an optional excursion to the Acropolis of Lindos and the Valley of the Butterflies. Spend a restful night on board as we sail to our next destination.

DAY 7 KUSADASI (Turkey), PATMOS (BLD) - Sunday
We anchor at 7 a.m. in Kusadasi, on the Turkish mainland, gateway to ancient Ephesus. Stroll the streets and stop in at shops filled with leather goods and bargains in gold. Our optional tour takes you to Ephesus, one of the best-preserved archaeological sites in the world. You'll re-board in time for an afternoon sailing. In the late afternoon, your ship will call at the island of Patmos. Here you can visit the Monastery of St. John where the Book of Revelations was written. 

DAY 8 ATHENS, CAIRO (BD) - Monday
You'll sail into Piraeus early in the morning. Our Athens-based personnel will take you to the airport to catch your flight for Cairo, air fare is included in our rate in economy class Athens Cairo .

Land in Cairo where our local staff whisks you through the excitement and hubbub of the terminal, and onward  to your hotel, where dinner awaits you

Visa will be issued upon arrival.
As you exit the gate, you will pass through a door or two , down some stairs , then walk for 2-5 minutes , until you pass the duty free shops, at the end of a wide corridor , you will see the security officers. There you will be met by a local representative, who will be holding a sign with the name you prefer to use for the sign .

Our local representative will then take your passport to obtain a stamp from the cashier / bank window and escort you to speak with the passport officer. He will escort you through another last check on your passport as you exit the passport control, into customs area, he will assist you in collecting your luggage and clearing customs . After exiting the terminal, our local representative will escort you (private vehicle) to the hotel

DAY 9 - CAIRO (BLD) 
Today, you'll explore the wonders of the Egyptian Museum, with its treasures of the ancient pharaohs: mummies, statuary, precious stones and metals. Travelers have long come to Cairo just to gaze on the sights, but your day has just started. You'll lunch at a charming local restaurant, then depart to Giza for an afternoon visit to the mysterious Sphinx, the Pyramids, and the Valley Temple. Taking a camel ride is entirely your own choice! Conclude a memorable day as we host you on a Nile dinner cruise complete with exotic Egyptian entertainment.

DAY 10 - RETURN HOME (B)
You'll enjoy breakfast before we escort you to the airport for your flight home.

Cruise itinerary may vary according to ship and line selected

RATES per person in double occupancy, outside standard cabin with a lower and an upper bed or  two lower beds, in USD:

Rate is in US $ and is per person and includes:

• Air fare in Greece as well as air fare Athens/Cairo in Economy class , tax included.
  
• All transfers in Greece & Egypt as per itinerary
  
• Hotel accommodations with continental breakfast, tax and service charges, all as per itinerary
  
• Sightseeing with guide and entrance fees as indicated
  
• Meals as indicated, with pre-set menu (B = Breakfast, aB = full American breakfast, cB= Continental Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner)
  
• Egyptian visa fee issued on a complimentary basis upon arrival at Cairo Airport for the following nationalities : Australian, NZ, Canadian, Western Europe , US & Japanese citizens, passports must be valid for at least 6 month upon arrival
  
• Our local hospitality services
  
• Three day cruise to Greek Isles and Turkey, including meals
  
• Lonely Planet travel guides to Greece and Egypt

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