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Sunset over Athens' port
from $7,270
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European Autumn in the Aegean Sea

Athens Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Champlain
  • See Athens Acropolis monuments
  • Explore Skiathos town
  • Explore Kavala old town
  • Discover Skiathos' white houses
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Athens / Athens
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Wine Tasting, Local Market Visits
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Sail an 8-day cruise through Greece aboard Le Champlain, roundtrip from Athens. Visit Skiathos, Volos, Thessaloniki, Kavala, Limnos, and Hydra, combining UNESCO landmarks, ancient ruins, island towns, cultural walking tours, and scenic sailing along Mount Athos.
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Explore the heart of the ancient world
from $3,550
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Classical Greece

Roundtrip Athens - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Variety Voyager
  • Explore the beautiful Cyclades
  • Discover Delos archaeological site
  • Tour Nafplion's old quarter
  • Explore Kea’s charming port
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Athens / Athens
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Embark on an 8-day Aegean cruise on the Variety Voyager, starting in Lavrion. Highlights include Mykonos, Santorini, Crete's Knossos, and Hydra, before returning to Athens.
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See the ancient world come alive in Athens
from $3,350
EBD 10%
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Classical Greece

Roundtrip Athens - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Harmony G
  • Explore Kea’s charming port
  • Discover Delos archaeological site
  • Visit Monemvasia’s medieval streets
  • Stroll Nafplion’s old town
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Athens / Athens
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Set sail on an 8-day cruise from Athens aboard the Harmony G, exploring the Cyclades, Crete, and the hidden gem of Kythira. Discover historic charm in Monemvasia and Nafplion while enjoying a unique blend of cruising and yachting.
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Ruins Athina Pronaia temple in Ancient Delphi
from $9,100
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Ancient Mediterranean: Exploring Greece, Croatia and Albania

Greece to Croatia - 8 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Orion
  • Navigate scenic Corinth Canal
  • Explore Delphi Ruins
  • Stroll Dubrovnik Walls
  • Taste Local Wines
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Athens / Zadar
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Hiking, Cooking Classes, Kayaking, Festival Visits, Urban Exploration, Wildlife Viewing, Stand Up Paddle Boarding
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Embark on an 8-day Mediterranean cruise aboard the National Geographic Orion, sailing from Greece to Croatia with stops in Albania, Corfu, and Dubrovnik. Explore ancient ruins, UNESCO World Heritage sites, and coastal cultures on this expertly guided expedition.
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Stroll the ancient walkways of Athens
from $6,590
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Ancient Cities of the Mediterranean

Athens - Valletta - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville
  • Explore ancient Athens landmarks
  • Walk Nafplion’s fortress paths
  • Discover Corfu’s old town
  • Tour Valletta’s historic streets
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Athens / Valletta
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Variable
Sail from Athens to Valletta on an 8-day cruise aboard Le Dumont-d’Urville. Visit Nafplion, Monemvasia, Gythio, Corfu, Gallipoli, and Syracuse. From ancient fortresses and neoclassical towns to volcanic coasts and baroque streets, explore the deep cultural heritage of Greece, Italy, and Malta along the Ionian and Aegean seas.
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Explore beautiful Paros
from $11,000
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Crossroads of the Ancient World: Exploring Greece and Turkey

Roundtrip Athens - 11 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Orion
  • Explore Delos ancient ruins
  • Walk Ephesus ancient city
  • Explore Paros harbor towns
  • Visit Didim Apollo sanctuary
  • Visit Patmos monastery site
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Athens / Athens
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Explore the Greek Islands and Turkey on an 11-day cruise aboard National Geographic Orion. Travel from Athens and Lavrio to Delos, Patmos, Samos, Ephesus, Bodrum, Leros, Naxos, and Paros. Walk ancient ruins, visit monasteries, explore island villages, sail the Aegean Sea, and experience local culture and history.
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from $3,090
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Jewels of the Cyclades

Roundtrip Athens - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Panorama
  • Stroll Folegandros cliffside views
  • Tour Delos sacred temples
  • Swim Poliegos turquoise waters
  • Explore Poros neoclassical charm
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Set sail on an 8-day cruise aboard the Panorama, exploring the beautiful Cyclades from Athens to islands like Santorini, Mykonos, and Folegandros. Enjoy swim stops, cultural experiences, and delightful Cycladic cuisine on this unforgettable journey.
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Wander through Rome
from $7,590
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From the City of Gods to the Eternal City

Athens - Civitavecchia - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bougainville
  • Explore the Mediterranean
  • Explore notable stops
  • Explore southern Aegean Sea
  • Explore Civitavecchia
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Athens / Civitavecchia
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Variable
Join Le Bougainville on this 12-day journey from Athens to Civitavecchia, exploring the Mediterranean. Enjoy diverse experiences with included excursions at each port of call. Highlights include marveling at Taormina, exploring Chania, and visiting Phaestos Palace. Discover ancient cities, coastlines, and historical treasures.
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Visit beautiful Hydra
from $10,390
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Ancient Wonders of the Mediterranean

Athens - Valletta - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville
  • Explore the rocky plateau of Athens
  • Explore Patmos
  • Admire volcanic beauty and ruins
  • Explore the Delphi Sanctuary
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Athens / Valletta
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Variable
Embark on a 13-day Mediterranean cruise aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville, exploring the enchanting destinations of Greece, Turkey, and Italy. Each destination offers unique experiences, from ancient ruins and historic monasteries to stunning beaches and charming villages.
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Sail the Mediterranean
from $2,500
SS 25%
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Greek Island Odyssey

Piraeus Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Star Flyer
  • Walk Ancient Athens landmarks
  • Explore Karpathos Harbor
  • Visit Ephesus Ruins
  • Explore Patmos Heritage
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Athens / Piraeus
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Small Ship Sailing
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Variable
Sail for 8 days aboard Star Flyer on the Greek Island Odyssey through the Aegean Sea. Travel from Athens to Karpathos, Rhodes, Kusadasi, Patmos, and Andros, balancing iconic ports, historic sites, and relaxed sailing days before returning to Piraeus.
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Enjoy a gondola ride through beautiful Venice
from $8,180
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Cruising the Dalmatian Coast and the Ionian Sea

Venice to Athens - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bougainville
  • Explore Venice’s Historic Landmarks
  • Discover Hvar’s Ancient Heritage
  • Explore Dubrovnik’s Medieval Walls
  • Cross the Corinth Canal
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Venice / Athens
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Village Visits, Archaeological Site Visits
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Variable
Explore a 9-day cruise from Venice to Athens aboard Le Bougainville, visiting Hvar, Split, Ploce, Dubrovnik, Kotor, Saranda, Itea, and the Corinth Canal. Discover UNESCO World Heritage sites, ancient cities, historic monuments, local traditions, regional cuisine, and coastal landscapes across Croatia, Montenegro, Albania, and Greece. Visit museums.
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Relax on the beaches of Croatia's Dalmatian coast
from $8,430
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The Dalmatian Coast and the Ionian Sea– with Smithsonian Journeys

Venice to Athens - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville
  • Explore Venice’s canals
  • Visit Split’s Diocletian’s Palace
  • Discover Hvar’s Stari Grad plains
  • Visit Delphi Sanctuary
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Venice / Athens
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Variable
Set sail from Venice to Athens on a 9-day cruise aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville, visiting Italy, Croatia, Montenegro, Albania, and Greece. Explore Venice’s canals, Diocletian’s Palace in Split, the Stari Grad plains on Hvar, Dubrovnik’s ancient walls, Kotor’s medieval streets, Saranda’s Ionian harbor, and Delphi’s UNESCO Sanctuary.
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