Take in awe-inspiring views of the Greek isles. This land-and-sea tour highlights the best of Greece-from the paradise islands of Mykonos and Santorini to Athens, site of the 2004 Summer Olympic Games.

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1 - Athens

Journey to Greece aboard an overnight transatlantic flight.

Day 2 - Athens

A Go Ahead representative greets you as you clear customs and escorts you to your hotel. Meet the other travelers in your group at tonight’s dinner.
Included meals: breakfast (in flight), dinner

Day 3 - Athens

A local guide introduces you to the highlights of this bustling ancient capital. On your tour of the Acropolis—the original City on a Hill—you can walk amid the ruins of the Parthenon and the Temple of Athena Nike. Descending from the Acropolis, view the Presidential Guard in their traditional costumes and the classically inspired Greek Parliament. Then pass through Syntagma Square, where you’ll see the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. After your tour, opt for an excursion to Cape Sounion, where you can see the inspiring Temple of Poseidon.
Included meals: breakfast
Included entrances: Acropolis site

$55 USD

Cape Sounion At the southern tip of the Attica Peninsula, view one of the most imposing sights in the ancient world. From this lofty cliffside location, you can see five Aegean islands on a clear day.

Day 4 - The Aegean Islands

Travel to the port of Piraeus, where you'll board your Louis Cruise Lines' ship for a three-night cruise of the Aegean Islands.
Included meals: breakfast, dinner

Day 5 - The Aegean Islands

Your first port of call is Patmos, where you'll spend a relaxing morning. Then cruise to the Turkish seaport of Kusadasi with its bustling harbor lined with inviting cafes. Nearby find the ruins of Ephesus, one of the best-preserved cities from ancient times.
Included meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner

Day 6 - The Aegean Islands

Dock in Rhodes, once the domain of the Knights of St. John. Its irresistable combination of beautiful beaches and rich history has lured the travelers the world over.
Included meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner

Day 7 - Crete

Your cruise ends this morning in Heraklion, a historic seaport on the island of Crete. Crete, home to Greece's earliest known civilization, thrived in 2000 B.C. Dinner is included tonight.
Included meals: breakfast, dinner

Day 8 - Crete

Today's guided tour of Heraklion includes a visit to the ancient royal complex of Knossos, ruled over by the wealthy King Minos.
Included meals: breakfast

Day 9 - Crete

With a free day in Heraklion, you might relax on the beach or visit the Minoan ruins at Faistos or Gortys. Alternatively, opt for an excursion to Venetian- and Turkish-influenced Rethymnon and the harbor of Hania.
Included meals: breakfast

$99 USD

Rethymnon & Hania Travel to Rethymnon, where your tour director leads you through the historical Old Town, boasting many relics from Venetian and Turkish rule.

Day 10 - Santorini

In Heraklion, board a day ferry for a scenic journey to the volcanic island of Santorini, with its black-sand beaches, sprawling vineyards and cliff-lined shores.
Included meals: breakfast, dinner

Day 11 - Santorini

On your guided tour of Santorini, visit the Petros Nomikos Exhibition Center in Fira to view wall paintings depicting the art, economy, religion, environment and everyday life of Greeks living in the first half of the second millennium BC. Then consider an optional lunch and wine-tasting excursion. Santorini is renowned for its white wine because the volcanic soil is ideal for harvesting grapes.
Included meals: breakfast
Included entrances: Petros Nomikos Exhibition Center

$65 USD

Greek Wine Tasting & Lunch While on the resort island of Santorini, attend a tasting at a local winery to sample the excellent white wine for which this region is known. The island’s volcanic soil provides rich and fertile ground for harvesting grapes. Learn about the local winemaking process as you taste the results.

Day 12 - Mykonos

A ferry takes you to Mykonos, known for its picturesque windmills and the winding streets that once sheltered pirates.
Included meals: breakfast, dinner

Day 13 - Mykonos

This morning, you might opt for an excursion to nearby Delos, once a worship mecca for the cult of Apollo. Later, spend the afternoon on the Mykonos beaches.
Included meals: breakfast

$75 USD

Delos Journey to the captivating island of Delos, an ancient island which was a bustling port more than 2000 years ago.

Day 14 - Athens

Board a ferry in Mykonos this morning for your return trip to Athens. This afternoon and evening are free for you to continue your explorations of the ancient city. Tonight, you might opt to join our Greek Folklore Dinner, featuring the fresh flavors of the Mediterranean.
Included meals: breakfast

$79 USD

Greek Folklore Evening Savor a meal carefully prepared to evoke the flavors of this Mediterranean country. Dishes you’ll savor might include spanakopita, mousaka and stuffed grape leaves. Also, you’ll have the opportunity to get on the stage and dance with the music from the bouzouki. Opa!

Day 15 - Athens

With a full day at your leisure, plan to visit any of the city’s excellent museums or take a walk in the National Gardens. Alternatively, join an optional excursion to the Temple of Apollo in Delphi including lunch.
Included meals: breakfast

$95 USD

Delphi Travel through Greek vineyards en route to the slopes of Mount Parnassus and the town of Delphi, home to the mystical oracle.

Day 16 - Athens

Fly home or continue to Istanbul for our tour extension.
Included meals: breakfast (In the case of early departures, breakfast may not be included.)