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Athens and Istanbul
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| Dates | Deck + Cabin Type | ||
| C - Window Stateroom | B - Window Stateroom | A - Balcony Stateroom | |
| Jun 8 '13 * Sep 7 '13 |
$3,795 | $4,195 | $5,295 |
| Port charges: $350 * Itinerary operates in reverse |
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| Jul 13 '13 Jul 27 '13 * |
$3,595 | $3,945 | $4,845 |
| Port charges: $350 * Itinerary operates in reverse |
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| May 31 '14 Jun 14 '14 * |
$3,995 | $4,345 | $5,395 |
| Port charges: $375 * Itinerary operates in reverse |
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- Please note: Cruise fare does not include optional shore excursions, available to purchase an additional fees.
- Cruise fuel surcharges may apply.
- Rates are posted as double occupancy, and single supplements are available at 100%.
- Optional hotel stays and land programs are available, please contact us for details.
Deposit & Payment - Cruise fuel surcharges may apply.
- Rates are posted as double occupancy, and single supplements are available at 100%.
- Optional hotel stays and land programs are available, please contact us for details.
Day 1 Embark the Tere Moana in Athens (Piraeus), Greece
The birthplace of Western civilization and modern capital of Greece, Athens is dominated by the spectacular Acropolis, where the ruins of the magnificent Parthenon still stand. You will embark the Tere Moana in Piraeus, the port for this illustrious city, and enjoy time to settle into your stateroom before the ship sets sail this evening for your Mediterranean cruise.
Day 2 Delos/Mykonos, Greece
A cruise of the Greek isles is one of the most coveted itineraries in travel. Your first port of call on this idyllic voyage is Delos, a stark, nearly treeless island whose pristine character is painstakingly preserved. One of the Cycladic Isles of the Aegean Sea, it is a treasure trove of history, boasting more than 5,000 years of civilization. The birthplace of Apollo and Artemis, according to Greek mythology, Delos is also considered a sacred island, as you’ll discover.
Day 3 Santorini, Greece
This stunningly beautiful island in the southern Aegean Sea was created by a volcanic explosion in 1600 BC. Today, it is renowned for its whitewashed villages and black-sand beaches. During today’s port call, you might venture to the rim of the now-dormant volcano, which is accessible by funicular or donkey.
Day 4 Rhodes, Greece
The largest of the Dodecanese islands, located in the Aegean between Crete and the near East, Rhodes boasts more sunny days than other cities in Europe and is known as the “Sun Island” for its subtropical climate. Its location on the crossroads of East and West explains the rich, 3,000-year, multicultural history that is yours to explore here. Or focus on the island’s ample shopping, dining, and glittering nightlife.
Day 5 Patmos, Greece
One of the Dodecanese Greek islands in the Aegean Sea, Patmos is important in both mythology and Christianity. It was named a Sacred Island by the Greek government in 1981 and a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1999, and has long been a popular pilgrimage site. Boasting an enchantingly beautiful landscape, Patmos was the place of exile for St. John the Divine, one of Jesus’ disciples, who is believed to have written the Book of Revelations here. A monastery dedicated to him is visible almost everywhere throughout the island, as you’ll see.
Day 6 Kusadasi, Turkey
Turkey’s premier resort on the Mediterranean coast is a dazzling modern city of gracious, palm-lined boulevards, beaches, and parks. Its history, however, dates to prehistoric times, and may be seen in the 13th-century Yivli Minaret—the symbol of the city—and Kaleiçi, the old town of narrow cobbled alleys lined with Ottoman-era structures. The city also features a fine Archaeological Museum, two water parks, and Ataturk and Karalioglu parks, where exotic blooms are cultivated. Or perhaps you’ll explore nearby Ephesus, whose astonishing Greco-Roman ruins are one of the world’s great archaeological sites.
Day 7 Canakkale, Turkey
Straddling the Dardanelles—the narrow strait that links the Aegean Sea and the Sea of Marmara—the city of Canakkale, like Istanbul, lies on two continents: Europe and Asia. History buffs will remember Canakkale as the site of the World War I Battle of Çanakkale between the U.K., France, and the Ottoman Empire. You may delve further into the region’s history at the Çanakkale Museum, the Naval Museum in Çimenlik Fortress, and Korfmann Library here.
Day 8 Disembark in Istanbul, Turkey
Your Mediterranean idyll ends where it began, in exotic Istanbul. Enjoy breakfast aboard before disembarking for your return flight home.
Itinerary Notes
Additional Fees:Port, security and handling charges are additional per person. Cruise ship fuel surcharge may apply.
Deposit & Payment
Initial deposit is 25%, 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 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 |
|---|---|
| 121 days or more | $300 |
| 120-91 days | 15% total fare |
| 90-61 days | 25% total fare |
| 60-31 days | 55% total fare |
| 30-0 days | 100% total fare |
Tere Moana
- Ship Highlights
- Passengers : 90
- Luxury Expedition Ship
In December 2012 the luxury ship Tere Moana will begin sailing. Tere Moana will accommodate just 90 guests and will reflect the high standard of quality and service already established by her sister ship the Paul Gauguin.
Tere Moana specializes in European, Caribbean, and Latin American destinations, with an emphasis on delivering unique itineraries that larger ships cannot offer and exploring hidden ports throughout these regions. Spacious staterooms, an onboard watersports marina, a choice of two open-seating venues, and extensive spa are among her luxurious attributes. There is simply no better way to experience Europe, the Caribbean, or Latin America than aboard this sleek and sophisticated, intimate ship.
Ship Information
- Only 90 guests
- 45 staterooms, all oceanview and 8 with balconies
- Crew to guest ratio of 1 to 1.5
- All onboard gratuities included
- Complimentary beverages including select fine wines and premium spirits, soft drinks, bottled water, coffee, and tea served throughout the ship
- In-suite minibar replenished daily with soft drinks, beer, and bottled water
- Onboard watersports Marina
- Onboard lecture program
- Two elegant restaurants, both with open-seating dining
- Le Salon with stage for live entertainment
- Well-being and vegetarian selections and special dietetic menus upon request
- WiFi hotspots throughout the ship
- Complimentary 24-hour room service
- Complimentary in-room dining
- Complimentary in-room movie channels and movies available
Staff and Services
Enjoy the ultimate in personal service on the Tere Moana. You'll know it as soon as you step aboard. With one crew member for every 1.5 guests, you're assured the highest level of personal attention. The staff's rigorous dedication to your comfort and well-being is gracefully expressed in a hundred thoughtful acts. The way the maitre d' remembers your name or which table you prefer. And in the warmth of your stewardess' smile as she places a perfect ripe mango in your fruit basket. Yet, surprisingly, the staff expects no gratuities. Gratuities are included in your cruise fare.
Among the many additional services included in your Tere Moana experience are 24-hour room service, laundry and pressing services, telephone, fax and internet communication services, and 24-hour medical personnel.
Luxurious Accommodations
All staterooms feature an ocean view, temperature control, queen-size bed (all have twin-bed configuration), bathroom with full-size shower, bathrobes, slippers, hair dryer, TV, CD/DVD player, personal safe, refrigerator stocked with soft drinks, and more. Select staterooms can accommodate three guests.
Watersports Marna
Watersports are a highlight of The Moana experience. With the specially designed retractable watersports platform, guests may descend to sea level where they can conveniently hop aboard a windsurfer or launch a kayak in select destinations in Europe, the Caribbean and Latin America.
| Cabins | |
|---|---|
 | C - Window Stateroom Window Staterooms are 194 sq ft, some can accommodate a third guest on a sofa bed. Rooms 302-319. |
 | B - Window Stateroom Window Staterooms are 194 sq ft, some can accommodate a third guest on a sofa bed. Rooms 401, 403-419. |
 | A - Balcony Stateroom Balcony Staterooms are 298 sq ft (205 sq ft stateroom with 93 sq ft veranda). Rooms 501-508. |
