11-Day Greece & Turkey Cruise with a Classical Mainland Tour
Trip overview
Discover mainland Greece and the Aegean on this 11-day Greece and Turkey tour. Visit Epidaurus, Mycenae, Ancient Olympia, Delphi and Meteora on a four-day classical tour, then return to Athens before boarding a four-night cruise. Scheduled ports include Mykonos, Kuşadası in Turkey, Patmos, Rhodes, Heraklion in Crete and Santorini. The package includes six hotel nights with breakfast, a four-night full-board cruise, scheduled sightseeing, entrance fees and transfers in Athens. Cruise shore excursions are optional and are not included. Departures operate on Tuesdays from 1 April to 15 October.
Trip at a glance
- Duration10 Nights / 11 Days
- RouteAthens · Epidaurus · Nafplio · Mycenae · Olympia · Delphi · Meteora · Mykonos · Kusadasi · Patmos · Rhodes · Heraklion (Crete) · Santorini · Piraeus
- Travel styleSmall group tour
- Guide languagesEnglish
- SeasonThis tour operates from 1 April to 15 October.
Highlights and route
- 10 Nights / 11 Days
- Four-Night Greek Islands & Turkey Cruise Included
- Small-group tour; private option available on request
- Cruise Ports: Mykonos, Kuşadası, Patmos, Rhodes, Crete & Santorini
- Tuesday Departures · 1 April–15 October
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Day-by-day itinerary
Arrive at Athens International Airport, where you will be met and transferred to your hotel. Check-in is available after 2:00 pm. The rest of the day is free to relax or explore Athens at your own pace. Overnight in Athens
Depart Athens in the morning and stop at the Corinth Canal. Continue to Epidaurus to visit its ancient theatre, renowned for its remarkable acoustics. After a short stop in Nafplio, explore Mycenae and the Tomb of Agamemnon. Then travel through Tripolis and Megalopolis to Olympia. Overnight in Olympia
Meals: Breakfast and Dinner
Visit the archaeological site of Ancient Olympia, including the Sanctuary of Olympian Zeus, the ancient stadium and the Archaeological Museum. Continue through the plains of Elis and Achaia, crossing the Rio–Antirrio Bridge. Pass through Nafpaktos and Itea before arriving in Delphi. Overnight in Delphi
Meals: Breakfast and Dinner
After breakfast, visit the archaeological site of Delphi and the Delphi Archaeological Museum, home to the famous Bronze Charioteer. Later, travel to Kalambaka, located at the foot of the Meteora rock formations. Overnight in Kalambaka
Meals: Breakfast and Dinner
Visit Meteora’s historic monasteries, built atop towering rock formations. Then return to Athens via Trikala and Lamia, stopping at Thermopylae to see the monument to King Leonidas. Continue through the Kamena Vourla area and arrive in Athens in the evening. Overnight in Athens
Meals: Breakfast
After breakfast, join a guided half-day tour of Athens. Visit the Acropolis of Athens and the Acropolis Museum, including the Parthenon. You will also see landmarks such as the Hellenic Parliament, the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, the Presidential Palace, Panathenaic Stadium, the Temple of Olympian Zeus and the Arch of Hadrian. The afternoon is free for independent sightseeing. Overnight in Athens
Meals: Breakfast
Transfer to the port and embark on your four-night Greek Islands and Turkey cruise. Sail to Mykonos, where you can explore the island’s beaches, Little Venice, iconic windmills and lively atmosphere. Overnight on board
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Arrive in Kusadasi, Turkey. An optional excursion to Ephesus is available. Later, continue to Patmos, where optional visits include the Monastery of Saint John the Theologian and the Cave of the Apocalypse. Overnight on board
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Arrive in Rhodes, known for its historic sites, beaches and shopping. Optional excursions are available to the Medieval Old Town and the Acropolis of Lindos. Overnight on board
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Arrive in Heraklion, Crete. An optional excursion to the Palace of Knossos offers the chance to explore one of the most important sites of the ancient Minoan civilization. Later, continue to Santorini, known for its volcanic landscape and caldera views. Overnight on board
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Arrive at the cruise port in the Athens area in the early morning. After breakfast on board, disembark and transfer to Athens International Airport for your departure flight.
Meals: Breakfast
Inclusions
What is included
- Six nights’ accommodation in selected 4-star hotels, with daily breakfast
- Four-night Greek Islands and Turkey cruise with full-board meals on board
- Four-day Classical Greece tour, including Meteora, with an English-speaking guide, entrance fees and transportation
- Half-day Athens group tour with an English-speaking guide, entrance fees and transportation
- Airport, hotel and port transfers in Athens, as specified in the itinerary
What is not included
- International flights to and from Greece
- Optional cruise shore excursions, including excursions to Ephesus, Patmos, Rhodes and the Palace of Knossos
- Hotel city tax, payable directly to the hotels: €10 per room per night at 4-star hotels; €15 at 5-star hotels
- Personal expenses
- Meals not specifically listed as included
- Visa fees, travel authorizations and other required entry documents
- Any service not specifically listed under “What Is Included”
Trip requirements and practical information
Domestic flights
No
Walking level
Moderate
Passport and visas
Each traveler must hold a valid passport with at least six (6) months' validity beyond the intended date of return, unless otherwise required by the destination country. Travelers are solely responsible for obtaining all required visas, travel authorizations, vaccinations and other entry documentation.
Travel insurance
Magnificent Travel strongly recommends that all travelers purchase comprehensive travel insurance before departure. Magnificent Travel does not provide travel insurance.
Good to know
- International and domestic flights
- Overnight city tax payable directly to hotels
- 4-star hotels: € 10 per room per night
- 5-star hotels: €15 per room per night
- Personal expenses
- Any services not mentioned in the inclusions
- Cruise Exclusions
- Casino expenses
- Onboard purchases
- Spa, beauty salon, and wellness services
- Photo shop purchases
- Shore excursions
- Wi-Fi and telephone calls from the cabin
- Medical services and expenses
- Laundry services
- Room service
- Specialty dining menus
- Snacks, pizza, and bar items
- Mini bar charges where applicable
Frequently asked questions
The mainland tour visits Epidaurus, Nafplio, Mycenae, Ancient Olympia, Delphi and Meteora before returning to Athens. The four-night cruise calls at Mykonos, Kuşadası in Turkey, Patmos, Rhodes, Heraklion in Crete and Santorini. The tour lasts 10 nights and 11 days.
Yes. The four-night cruise is included and sails from Piraeus to its scheduled ports of call: Mykonos, Kuşadası, Patmos, Rhodes, Heraklion and Santorini. Optional shore excursions are not included in the cruise fare.
No. International flights to and from Greece are not included. No domestic flights are required for this itinerary.
An English-speaking guide is included for the four-day Classical Greece tour and the half-day Athens sightseeing tour. Cruise shore excursions are optional and are not included.
Yes, this tour is ideal for first-time visitors who want a comprehensive introduction to the Greek Islands. It combines famous destinations, ancient history, beautiful coastlines, and a visit to Turkey, creating a diverse and memorable travel experience.
The walking level is moderate. Expect walking at archaeological sites, monasteries, historic areas and cruise ports. Some locations may have stairs or uneven surfaces. Contact Magnificent Travel before booking if you have mobility concerns.
Mykonos is known for its windmills and waterfront lanes. Kuşadası is the departure point for an optional excursion to Ephesus. Patmos is known for the Monastery of Saint John and the Cave of the Apocalypse. Rhodes offers a Medieval Old Town and the Acropolis of Lindos; Crete includes the port of Heraklion and an optional visit to Knossos. Santorini is known for its volcanic caldera and cliffside villages.
The itinerary offers an introduction to mainland Greece, Meteora and selected Aegean destinations, with a cruise port call in Turkey at Kuşadası. The Turkey portion is limited to Kuşadası and any optional shore excursion.
The cruise operates seasonally according to cruise schedules and weather conditions. You can extend your stay in Athens before or after the cruise, upgrade accommodation, add optional excursions, or customize your travel arrangements. Contact Magnificent Travel for a personalized itinerary and quotation.
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Price and availability
From€2,495 per person
Starting price per person. The final price depends on dates, hotels and group size.
The tour price is quoted per person and is based on a minimum of two adults. It does not apply to solo travelers. Prices may vary depending on the travel date.
Request a personalized quoteSeason
This tour operates from 1 April to 15 October.
Departure options
- Every Tuesday from 01 April until 15 October
Payment summary
Deposit
50%
Required at the time of confirmation to secure all travel arrangements.
Balance
50%
Due no later than fifteen (15) days before the arrival date, regardless of the booking date.
We accept
Visa, Mastercard, Bank transfer
Card payments may be subject to applicable bank processing fees.
Trip cancellation terms
Free cancellation up to 90 days before the tour date.
- Cancellation of confirmed cruise bookings will be subject to the following penalties
- (cancellation policy applies to cruise fare only):
- 90 days or more before sailing: Full refund / no cancellation fee
- 89–30 days before sailing: Deposit amount is non-refundable
- 29 days or less before sailing: No refund
- (except port taxes and service charges)