5 day Cruise: Turkish Coast and Greek Islands from Athens

Boarding begins at the port of Lavrion at about 8:30 AM, and the ship is scheduled to leave the port at 1:00 PM.

Sailing the Aegean in the morning is the ideal time of the day to observe its deep blue color, enjoy the sun on deck or entertain yourself by joining in one of the many activities and services offered by the cruise company.

Onboard, Greca Travel includes a full-board meal plan along with non-alcoholic beverages during our meals, so our only concern is to have a good time.

Your first destination will be the glamorous island of Mykonos, where the cruise ship will dock from 6:00 until 11:00 PM, before continuing your tour around the wonderful Greek islands.

Mykonos is the meeting point of the international "jet set" and is famous for its wonderful beaches, dazzling shops, and vibrant nightlife.

Only a short distance away from Mykonos there is also the historic island of Delos, the birthplace of Apollo and Artemis according to Greek mythology. This small island, inhabited since 3000 BC, was one of the most significant cultural centers of Antiquity.

You will also have the opportunity to pre-book excursions organized by the cruise company to yet more fascinating places in your itinerary.

At 7:00 hours, after a calm and comfortable night's cruising, you will awaken on the Turkish coast and in the port of Kusadasi. You will have free time on your own to visit the ancient city of Ephesus once visited by Saint Paul, Marc Antony, and Cleopatra, among others.  Ephesus was one of the twelve Ionian cities and flourished as an important cultural, religious, and commercial center.

At noon, the cruise will depart again, this time towards the island of Patmos where Saint John wrote the Apocalypse and Jesus Christ was revealed to him in the Grotto of the Apocalypse. From 16:30 to 21:30 hours, you will have free time If you wish to visit the cave, the monastery dedicated to Saint John, and stroll in the port of this small but so important island.

After a peaceful night's sailing, you will arrive at the famous island of Rhodes, which was once home to one of the seven wonders of the ancient world, "the Colossus of Rhodes", a statue of Helios.

From about 7:00 until your departure at 18:00 hours, you will have free time to explore the renowned medieval town of Rhodes, recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. Also, you could visit the Acropolis of Lindos or simply sit back and enjoy the natural beauty of the largest island in the Dodecanese island complex.

Greca Tip: You can also visit the Valley of the Butterflies, a habitat of unique value and incomparable beauty with lush vegetation and streams along cleverly laid paths.

After a generous breakfast, your cruise ship will drop anchor at the largest Greek island: Crete. More precisely, you will arrive in Heraklion, the island's capital and home of King Minos and the ferocious Minotaur.

Heraklion was the most significant city of the Minoan civilization, with the oldest palatial complex in Europe, the Palace of Knossos.

You will have a free morning to explore this vibrant, working, small metropolis, and then, at around noon, you will depart for the amazing and picturesque island of Santorini.

As your cruise ship approaches the island, you will be filled with admiration and awe. It is the perfect moment to capture with your camera the beauty of the capital city of Fira with its painted blazing white houses and deep blue roofs.

From 16:30 to 21:30 hours, you will have free time to wander in its narrow, winding alleys and, later on, watch one of the most beautiful sunsets in the world.

Greca Tip: You can sit at one of the bars and coffee shops and enjoy the views of the caldera or follow the path along the caldera’s edge with sweeping views over the island and the volcano.

You will arrive at the port of Lavrion early in the morning, around 6:00 AM. You will enjoy a generous breakfast on board your cruise ship, and then you will disembark. At this point, your cruise to the Greek islands and our services will come to an end.

Undoubtedly, after spending a few fantastic days with Greca, we hope to see you again soon to create new and extraordinary moments that will be etched in your memory forever.

Have a nice trip! Or, as Greek people say, "Kalo taksidi!"

Greca Tip: You can add an optional city tour of Athens and keep enjoying your vacation!