Search of Ulysses: Exploring Homeric Shores
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| Dates | Deck + Cabin Type | |||||||
| Cat E | Cat D | Cat C | Cat CC | Cat B | Cat BB | Cat A | Cat AA | |
| Jun 7 '12 |
$7,495 | $7,995 | $5,995 | $9,795 | $10,495 | $10,995 | $11,795 | $12,395 |
| Fuel Surcharge: $135 per person | ||||||||
| Deals, Discounts... Savings! | ||
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| Savings | Dates | |
| $3500-$5100 | Jun 7, 12 | |
| These special offers are applicable only to new bookings. Discounts are subject to availability, so contact us for more details. | ||
Please note: Cruise fare does not include fuel surcharges.
Deposit & Payment Day 1 Athens, Greece / Embark
Arrive in Athens and transfer to Piraeus to embark Callisto.
Day 2 Ithaca, Greece / Corinth Canal
Ithaca, the legendary home of Ulysses, is a stunning island of pristine beaches and verdant forest. Visit the bay of Dexia, Homer’s harbor of Phorkys, where the Phaeacians left Ulysses sleeping on the beach. Admire the Cyclopean Walls (Alalkomenai), a ruined site known locally as Ulysses’s Castle, and stand atop the Plateau of Marathia, where Ulysses’s loyal servant Eumaeus kept his swine.
Day 3 Parga / Dodoni
Call at Parga and travel to Dodoni, the oldest oracular site in Greece, perhaps dating to 1000 B.C. Beautifully situated in a valley below Mt. Tomaros, the site includes a superb theater, built during the reign of King Pyrrhus (3rd century B.C.). With walls 65 feet high and a seating capacity of 20,000, it was the second-largest theater in Greece, and was later used by the Romans for gladiatorial events.
Day 4 Assos / Fiskardo
Explore the ancient ruins of Assos including its main highlight, the Temple of Athena, located atop a conical hill. In the afternoon, travel to Fiskardo, the picturesque village that hugs the island’s main bay.
Day 5 Pylos / Methoni
Land at the picturesque village of Pylos, situated at the head of the bay, and drive to the Palace of Nestor, dating from the 13th century B.C. Even in ruins, the structure gives a vivid picture of the grandeur of the Mycenaeans. This afternoon, travel to Methoni, a strategic port the Venetians took over and fortified in the 12th century. Overlooking the east-west shipping routes, and deriving great wealth from its commercial activities and as a port of call for pilgrims to and from the Holy Land, Methoni was known as the “eye of Venice.” Tour the imposing fortress, built on a promontory facing the sea.
Day 6 Kalamata / Messene
Arrive in the delightful town of Kalamata, built between a hill crowned by a medieval castle and the sea, but perhaps most famous for its celebrated olive groves. Travel to nearby Messene, the ancient and well-preserved city founded in 369 B.C. Explore the impressive remains including the odeion, defense towers, and stadium. Remarkably, nearly ten kilometers of wall surrounding the city still exist.
Days 7-8 Nafplion / Tiryns / Argos / Epidaurus
Arrive in Nafplion where we will stay for two days. Upon arrival, travel to Homer’s “wall-girt” city of Tiryns, situated on a rocky summit and where imposing, massive walls of red and gray limestone are still standing 3,400 years after construction. Also tour Argos, an important ancient city whose ruins include the Mycenaean necropolis, the Agora, and the Sanctuary of Apollo and Athena. In the afternoon travel to Epidaurus to visit the ancient shrine of Asclepius, god of medicine, and the beautifully preserved 4th-century theater. The next day, take an excursion to Mycenae, center of the world of the Mycenaeans, an extraordinary civilization that flourished in the second millennium B.C. Homer described Mycenae, the home of Agamemnon, as “rich in gold.” A tour of the citadel includes the royal beehive-shaped tombs, set outside its walls, and the dramatic Lion Gate, which leads to the acropolis and grand palace. Return to Nafplion in the afternoon for free time to explore this charming town.
Day 9 Piraeus / Disembark / Athens
Disembark in Piraeus and transfer to the airport in Athens for your independent return flights home.
Itinerary Notes
Cruise fare includes:- 8-night cruise aboard the 34-guest yacht Callisto
- Complete pre-departure materials
- Welcome and farewell cocktail receptions aboard ship
- All meals aboard ship, including housewine, beer, and soft drinks with lunch and dinner
- Open bar aboard ship throughout the cruise
- Complete program of tours and excursions
- Educational program of lectures and discussions by accompanying guest lecturers
- Professional tour staff
- Baggage handling and transfers abroad on the designated program arrival and departure dates
- Port and embarkation taxes
- Gratuities to porters, guides, and drivers
Not included in cruise fare:
Airfare; visa and passport fees (if applicable); luggage and trip cancellation insurance; meals, soft drinks, and alcoholic beverages other than those specified above; personal expenses such as laundry, telephone calls, faxes, and e-mail service; and gratuities to shipboard personnel.
Deposit & Payment
Initial deposit is $1500, and most travelers will call our office and pay the deposit with a credit card. We accept Visa, Mastercard, AmEx, and Discover. Alternatively, you can send a check to our Missoula, Montana, office or register online at: https://www.adventure-life.com/forms/fourways.php
Final payment is due 100 days prior to departure.
Final payment by Visa, Mastercard, Discover or AmEx.
Booking last minute? No problem! Please contact one of our trip planners, and we can get you on your way if booking less than 100 days prior to departure.
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Cancellation Policy
| Days Prior to departure | Fee |
|---|---|
| 91 days or more | $400 per person |
| 90-61 days | 55% total cost |
| 60-0 days | 100% total cost |
Callisto
- Ship Highlights
- Passengers : 34
- Luxury Expedition Ship
Callisto is the last word in sophistication. The guest list is limited to 34—a group large enough to bring together an interesting mix, but small enough to foster a true spirit of community. Cabins are more like guest rooms in a fine home -- beautifully furnished, comfortably arranged, and complete with the little extras one would expect from a thoughtful host. The yacht's public areas, whether indoors or out on deck, are warm, inviting places where friends meet for conversation, a drink, or to pass a pleasant hour with a good book. The cuisine is superb. And the service is considerate and congenial for the best in luxury cruising of the Mediterranean, coastal Africa, Greek Isles and more.
Callisto was designed with the comfort of her guests in mind. All staterooms are exterior with large windows (portholes on Daphne Deck) that look out on the sea and the yacht's various ports of call; they are air conditioned and feature generous storage space, a telephone, two-channel radio, and a marble bath with shower. The yacht's public areas include a spacious lounge; a dining room in which all guests are accommodated at a single unassigned seating; two broad decks for sunbathing and dining alfresco; and a swimming platform at the yacht's stern. The Callisto flies the Greek flag and is served by a crew of 18.
Amenities
Beautifully appointed and filled with amenities one would expect to find in a fine country house, the 17 cabins feature large windows (portholes on the Daphne Deck) that look out on the sea. Cabins also feature:
• Satellite TV, DVD/CD player
• Telephone
• Mini-refrigerator
• Marble-appointed bathroom with fine toiletries
• Plush terry robes and slippers
• Fresh flowers and fruit basket
• 24-hour room service
Decorated with rich fabrics, handsome wood, polished brass, rare antiquities and fine works of art, the yacht’s public spaces are warm and inviting. These include:
• Library with Internet access
• Lounge with audiovisual facilities
• Dining room
• Two sun decks
• Jacuzzi
• Swimming platform
Fine Dining
To delight the gourmet palate, Callisto’s steward and kitchen staff seek fresh provisions from many ports of call. Guests savor just-caught fish and perfectly ripened produce from local markets, resulting in menus of classic regional specialties as well as creative Continental fare. Select regional wines are complimentary with lunch and dinner, and beginning in 2008, there will be open bar service throughout the day. Meals are served at a single, unassigned seating in the elegantly-styled dining room, surrounded by large picture windows. Weather permitting, guests may also dine al fresco on the broad sun decks.
An Uncommon Advantage
Callisto’s compact size allows visits to unspoiled islets, pristine beaches and intimate coves inaccessible to larger cruise-liners. At once large enough to offer every possible comfort, she is small enough to navigate tiny inlets and berth in exclusive harbors, taking travelers where few have ever gone.
| Cabins | |
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 | Cat E Outside cabins on Daphne Deck with portholes |
 | Cat D Outside cabins on Daphne Deck with portholes |
 | Cat C Outside cabins on Leto Deck with picture window |
 | Cat CC Outside cabins on Leto Deck with picture window |
| Cat B Outside cabins on Leto Deck with picture window | |
| Cat BB Outside cabin on Leto Deck with two picture windows | |
| Cat A Outside cabins on Leto Deck with two picture windows | |
| Cat AA Outside cabins on Leto Deck with two picture windows | |
