The
Ancient World of Greece and Egypt
Tour these two gems of the Mediterranean in 10 Days
This Ten -day tour with a 3 day Greek Cruise, takes
you to Athens and Classical Greece, then onward to view the highlights
of ancient Egypt.
Prefer Island
Hopping without a cruise?
DAY
1 - ATHENS
This tour departs every Monday , Tuesday, and Wednesday
From May through Oct
In Athens Our local personnel meets you at the airport and escorts you
to your accommodations. You'll have time on your own to explore
the Greek capital, browse for treasures and curios. Add
air fare from USA ?
DAY
2 - ATHENS - Private Tour (BL)
A half-day private city tour will orient you to the high points of
Athens. We'll visit Syntagma Square, at the very heart of the city; the
Parliament; Hadrian's Arch; and culminate with the Acropolis and the Parthenon.
Lunch is included in a charming local Greek restaurant.
Your afternoon is free for further exploring, shopping, or, perhaps, another
visit to the Plaka.
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 (BL)
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.
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 (B) - 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 rep. whisks you through the excitement and hubbub of the
terminal, and onward to your hotel. Visa fee
for Egypt ,Visa maybe issued upon arrival at Cairo Airport for a limited
number of citizens such as : American, EU , Canadian , EU Singaporean
and Japanese citizens. Guests are to to pay for it upon arrival ( $ 15
- subject to change ) . You are responsible for having your passport in
order valid at least for 6 month beyond the date of your arrival in Cairo
. After exiting the terminal, our local representative will escort you
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:
|
Golden Star Aegean
Louis Cruise Lines
|
First Class Hotel |
Deluxe
Hotel |
| Outside
Cabins
Category B |
$
3870. |
$
4285. |
| Outside
Cabins
Category A |
$
4020. |
$
4335. |
| Outside
Cabins Category TA |
$
4120. |
$
4485. |
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)
- Our
local hospitality services
- Three
day cruise to Greek Isles and Turkey, including meals
-
Lonely Planet travel guides to Greece and Egypt
Not
included:
- International
Air fare .
- Trip
interruption and cancellation insurance .
-
Gratuities
- Shore
excursions while on the cruise ship .
- Additional
personal expenses and meals not specifically mentioned in the itinerary
-
Visa
fee for Egypt ,Visa maybe issued upon arrival at Cairo Airport for a
limited number of citizens such as : American, EU , Canadian , EU Singaporean
and Japanese citizens. Guests are to to pay for it upon arrival ( $
15 - subject to change ) . You are responsible for having your passport
in order valid at least for 6 month beyond the date of your arrival
in Cairo . After exiting the terminal, our local representative will
escort you to the hotel .
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