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7 Day Turkey and Greek Islands Cruise
(Cruise & Barge)
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Rhodes beach


Explore Athens, Istanbul, Mykonos, Patmos, Kusadasi, Rhodes, Crete and Santorini with a cruise on the Aegean Sea aboard the Cristal.
Purchase Deadline: Dec 17, 09 - Thu

 Price This Package

4/1/2010-4/30/2010 from $1819*
5/1/2010-5/13/2010 from $1929*
5/24/2010-8/19/2010 from $2279*
9/2/2010-10/14/2010 from $1929*

Package Includes
  • Roundtrip flight
  • Roundtrip private car Airport/Dock transfer
  • 7-night cabin accommodations aboard the Cristal
  • All meals on board
  • Cruise Line fuel surcharges
  • Mandated Fuel Surcharges

  • Package price excludes airport taxes and fees
    7 Day Turkey and Greek Islands Cruise
    Vacation Package Itinerary
    Turkey Mosaic Rhodes
    Day 1: Depart United States


    Day 2: Arrive Athens

  • Tranfer from the Athens Airport to the port of Piraeus
  • Your cruise departs at 5:00 p.m., so arrive with ample time to board for your amazing voyage for the next seven days. Please have all necessary documents needed to board the ship. You will board your ship in the port city of Piraeus, lying about 10 kilometers southwest of Central Athens, this city has been the port of Athens since classical times.
  • Depart Piraeus 5:00 p.m.

  • Day 3: Istanbul

  • Arrive Istanbul 3:00 p.m.
  • Arrive in the port city of Istanbul via the Bosphorus Straight. This port has been used for thousands of years by many Empires including the Ottoman and Byzantine. Choose our night tour of Istanbul, or explore on your own.

  • Day 4: Istanbul

  • Have a full day to discover Istanbul. Tour the Blue Mosque, or shop for treasures at the Grand Bazaar. The blend of east and west have left this city with such marvelous architecture, be sure to check out the Agia Sofia on your trek through the city.
  • Depart Istanbul 6:00 p.m.

  • Day 5: Mykonos

  • Arrive Mykonos 3:00pm
  • Cruise through the Aegean on your way to glamorous Mykonos, where we will spend the evening. We arrive in the afternoon and have enough time to enjoy one of the shore excursions offered through the cruise, or to explore the Island on your own. Mykonos is known for beautiful beaches, chic boutiques and a bustling nightlife.
  • Depart Mykonos 12:00 a.m.

  • Day 6: Patmos to Kusadasi

  • Arrive Patmos 7:00 a.m.
  • Visit both Greece and Turkey today. Start your day in Patmos, Greece, sometimes referred to as the ideal Greek destination due to the wide range of activities. Get off to an early start exploring. With such a short time on the island it is recommended to book a shore excursion to maximize your stay here.
  • Depart Patmos 10:30 a.m.
  • Arrive Kusadasi 2:30 p.m.
  • Sail on to Kusadasi, Turkey. Be sure to visit near by Ephessos, where you can see the Temple of Artemis, one of the Ancient Wonders of the World.
  • Depart Kusadasi 8:30 p.m.


    Day 7: Rhodes

  • Arrive Rhodes 7:00 a.m.
  • Wake up in the beautiful Island of Rhodes, the largest island in the Dodecanese. We have the day to explore the peaceful beaches, the old town or join one of the organized shore excursions offered.
  • Depart Rhodes 6:00 p.m.


    Day 8: St. Nicholas (Crete) to Santorini

  • Arrive St. Nicholas 7:00 a.m.
  • Make a visit to Crete, arguably the most beautiful Greek Island. Tour the historical sites including the Palace of Knosses, just a few miles away from the harbour.
  • Depart St. Nicholas 12:00 p.m.
  • Arrive Santorini 5:00 p.m.
  • The view arriving in Santorini will leave you feeling amazed. The crisp white buildings against the blue Aegean background will leave a lasting impression. With only a few hours on this spectacular island, it would be wise to join a shore excursion to make the most of Santorini.
  • Depart Santorini 9:00 p.m.


    Day 9: Piraeus/Athens

  • Arrive Athens 6:00 a.m.
  • Transfer from the Piraeus port to Athens Airport


  • Notes & Restrictions
    Notes:
    Cruise rates do not include:
  • Port Charges of approx $222pp (This will be added to final invoice)
  • Shore Excursions
  • Beverages of any type (except tea/coffee/water with meals)
  • Tipping
  • Telephone use
  • Personal expenses

    Thursday departures only.
    Please note: Cruise itinerary is subject to change without prior notice, please recomfirm itinerary upon arrival.

    Space is limited and your desired travel dates may not be available if you wait, so book early to avoid disappointment. We highly recommend 2nd and 3rd choices for travel dates and/or accommodations.

    Due to flight times a pre or post night in Athens may be required.

    The cruise line reserves the right to substitute ships when necessary.


  • 7 Day Advance Purchase Required.
  • Full payment due within 1 day of booking by 2pm.
  • Passport Requirements:
    It is the sole responsibility of each passenger to obtain the necessary documents for travel, not excluding passports and visas. A valid passport is normally the only requirement for U.S. citizens. Visa requirements do change without notice and vary by nationality. Please check with the consulate office of the destination country as to visa requirements.
  • Nonrefundable and nonchangeable once paid in full.

  • Restrictions:
    Prices are per person based on double occupancy. Purchases within 21 days will incur additional fees. Air carrier used in the package is based on gateway and availability at time of booking and multiple flights connections may be necessary. Flight departure times may be at any time on your requested departure day. Surcharges up to $50 per person each way may apply for travel Thursday through Monday depending on travel dates. Air taxes/Government-imposed fees/surcharges are excluded. These fees are in addition to the package prices and will be added to invoice. Travel is valid for these dates only. Certain other restrictions may apply, and offer is subject to change without notice. No request will be processed until full payment is received. Once submitted your request can take at least 24 hours to confirm. 2nd and 3rd choices for travel dates are highly recommended.

     

    * Not Included in the Vacation Price: Federal inspection fees for the Federal U.S. Customs and Immigrations; International Air Transportation tax; agricultural tax; other per person taxes imposed by government entities; airport taxes and fees including
    the September 11th Security fee up to $10 per person, Passenger facility charges up to $18 per person, Federal domestic
    flight segment fees up to $3.50 per segment and U.S. and International arrival and departure, and other government imposed
    fees up to $300 per person.
     
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