The Ancient World of
Greece and Egypt

This 9 -day tour with a 3 day Greek Cruise


takes you to Athens and Classical Greece, then onward to view the highlights of ancient Cairo . Tour starts weekly in Athens every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday
Weekly May through Nov

Compare with the 9 Day , 11 day , 12 day or 17 Day version , add a Nile Cruise or extend to Italy

DAY 1- ATHENS - Tues Click here for the Wed Edition
Our local personnel meets you at the airport and escorts you to your accommodations. You'll have time on your own to explore the Greek capital, browse for treasures and curios, and venture to a terrace cafe or a fine meal in the old Plaka district. Welcome fruit basket awaits you in your room with our compliments
Deluxe : Divani ( or similar) -Available upgrades to King George and Grand Bretagne ( additional $$ apply)
First Class: Stanley ( or similar )

DAY 2 - ATHENS (B) Wed
A half-day city tour will orient you to the high points of Athens. We'll visit Syntagma Square, at the very heart of the city; the Parliament; Hadrian's Arch; and culminate with the Acropolis and the Parthenon. Your afternoon is free for further exploring, shopping, or, perhaps, another visit to the Plaka.

DAY 3 - ATHENS (cB) Thus
You'll set your own program today from the many choices available. We've even given you a guidebook to assist you. Get together with new friends for cafe-sitting and people-watching in the Plaka. Prowl the many shops, or return to the Acropolis. We suggest an optional tour to Argolis or Delphi. Our optional tour to Argolis takes you across the historic Corinthian Canal to Mycenae, where you'll visit the Lion Gate and the tombs of Agamemnon and Clytemnestra. After a seaside lunch in Nauplion, you'll visit the theater of Epidaurus, known for its perfect acoustics. You'll return to Athens in the evening, after seeing the museum and Askelpeion. Our optional Delphi excursion takes you through Thebes, Levadia, and Arachova. In Delphi, you'll see renowned classical bronzes, and visit the Temple of Apollo, the Athenian Treasury, and Castalian spring.

DAY 4 - ATHENS / CRUISE TO MYKONOS (cBLD) Fri
Our staff will escort you to Piraeus, the port of Athens, to embark on your three-day cruise. You'll sail into the Aegean, and by sunset, reach the jet-set isle of Mykonos. Stroll at your own pace along lanes lined with whitewashed houses, up to the Church of Paraportiani, or along the shore to the island's signature windmills. Enjoy an ouzo or a glass of retsina at a waterside cafe. Re-embark for a nighttime sailing.

DAY 5 - RHODES (BLD) Sat
Our cruise ship arrives early at the harbor, allowing a full day on the Island of Roses. The compact, cobbled medieval city is perfect for exploring on your own. You'll want to visit the Palace of the Knights of St. John, take a look at the wares in the boutiques, and spend some time in a seaside cafe. We also offer an optional excursion to the Acropolis of Lindos and the Valley of the Butterflies. Spend a restful night on board as we sail to our next destination.

DAY 6 - KUSADASI (Turkey), PATMOS (cBD) Sun
We anchor at 7 a.m. your ship will call at the island of Patmos. Here you can visit the Monastery of St. John where the Book of Revelations was written.
You'll re-board in time for a late morning sailing. In the late afternoon, we reach Kusadasi, on the Turkish mainland, gateway to ancient Ephesus. Stroll the streets and stop in at shops filled with leather goods and bargains in gold. Our optional tour takes you to Ephesus, one of the best-preserved archaeological sites in the world.

DAY 7 - ATHENS / CAIRO (B) Mon
You'll sail into Piraeus early in the morning. Our Athens-based personnel will take you to the airport to catch your flight for Cairo ( air fare is included Athens/Cairo) , where our local staff whisks you through the excitement and hubbub of the terminal, and onward to your hotel . Complimentary visa for Egypt, issued upon arrival for American Canadian, Australian, NZ, EU, Singaporean & Japanese citizens (your passport must be valid for at least 6 month beyond the date of arrival). Welcome fruit basket and a warm pot of coffee or tea will be delivered to your room upon arrival.

• Deluxe : Le Meridien Pyramids. Ramses Hilton .Sofitel Gezirah . Cairo Sheraton . Grand Hyatt .
• First : Helnan Shepheard's. Zoser . Cataract

DAY 8 - CAIRO (BLD) Tues
Today, you'll explore the wonders of the Egyptian Museum, with its treasures of the ancient pharaohs: mummies, statuary, precious stones and metals. Travelers have long come to Cairo just to gaze on the sights, but your day has just started. You'll lunch at a charming local Restaurant, then depart to Giza for an afternoon visit to the mysterious Sphinx, the Pyramids, and the Valley Temple. Taking a camel ride is entirely your own choice! Conclude a memorable day as we host you on a Nile dinner cruise complete with exotic Egyptian entertainment.

DAY 9 - DEPARTURE (BLD) Wed
You'll enjoy a full American breakfast before we escort you to the airport for your flight home. This tour departs every Tuesday, from March through November . Cruise itinerary may vary according to ship and cruise line selected . Extend your stay in Cairo or Luxor , or take a Nile Cruise .
Extend your air ticket to Istanbul, special add on $200 including tax.

Rates per person in US$, Double Occupancy outside Cabins with 2 lower beds, or Upper & lower

Rate includes:

• Three -day cruise to Greek Islands and Turkey.
  
• International Air Fare ATHENS / CAIRO one way " Y" class , including tax.
  
• Hotel accommodation in each of Cairo & Athens as listed .
  
• Athens & Cairo sightseeing tour as per itinerary including English speaking guide & entrance fees.
  
• Breakfast daily at the hotel. And a dinner cruise on the Nile in Cairo.
  
• All meals during the cruise.
  
• Greeting and assistance on arrival, and transport to hotel (Cairo & Athens) , to cruise ship, and back to airport ( Athens & Piraeus).
  
• Hotel service charges, taxes, and hospitality services .
  
• Port taxes .
  
• Lonely Planet travel guide books.
  
• Complimentary visa for Egypt, issued upon arrival for American Canadian, Australian, NZ, EU, Singaporean & Japanese citizens (your passport must be valid for at least 6 month beyond the date of arrival).
  

Not included:

• Shore excursions.
• International airfare from/to your home country .
• Gratuities Personal expenses, beverages, and meals not specifically listed.
• Trip Cancellation Insurance/Travel Insurance