2021 & 2022 Globus Guided Tours - Globus® Vacation Packages

Athens Escape plus 7-night 3 Continents Cruise (KGM)

10 Day Tour from Athens to Athens

2024 Tour Details

Escape to the blue waters of the Mediterranean to explore Greece, Egypt, Israel, Cyprus, and Turkey by land and by sea. The true highlight of this off-season Escape is a 7-night, 3-continent Mediterranean cruise. Begin and end in legendary Athens—site of Greek mythology, the first Olympians, and epic literature—including guided sightseeing with an expert Local Guide.

You’ll visit historic and cultural sites in Egypt, Israel, Cyprus, Greece, and Turkey, while sailing on the glimmering Mediterranean Sea. Answer the riddle of the Sphinx and see the Great Pyramid of Giza, one of the 7 Wonders of the ancient world. In Cairo, peruse the treasures of King Tutankhamun. When docking at Ashdod (Israel) and Limassol (Cyprus), choose from a selection of fascinating optional excursions. In Rhodes, you'll have plenty of time to explore the Old Town with its ramparts and palaces. Dock in Kusadasi to discover the amazing excavations of Ephesus that go back approximately 3,000 years. Return to Athens to visit the Acropolis, see the Parthenon, Temple of Athena Nike, and more incredible sights.

Join us to take advantage of fewer crowds and lower prices on this spectacular Greek vacation and Mediterranean cruise!


Athens Escape plus 7-night 3 Continents Cruise map
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 Photo Highlights

 Meals & Itinerary


Notes:

CRUISE DETAILS
Rotation of ports of call may vary for congestion reasons at certain ports with or without prior notice.
Outside cabin (category XA) - All cabins with two lower beds and private shower and toilet.
Full entertainment program on board.
Included drink package: selection of non-alcoholic & alcoholic drinks.
Globus Host service throughout the cruise

Please ask your Travel Consultant for cruise ship details. The ship scheduled to depart for the cruise portion of your vacation is the Celestyal Crystal, operated by Celestyal Cruises.

 Itinerary

Day 1 ARRIVE IN ATHENS, GREECE

Welcome to Athens! At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and traveling companions for a welcome drink.

Day 2 ATHENS–(EMBARKATION)–CRUISING

Beyond the Shore ATHENS Embarkation. Cruising.

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
PICTURE PERFECT Set sail from Athens for a captivating course on the blue Aegean Sea to explore the exquisite beauty of the Eastern Mediterranean. Marvel at treasures created by ancient civilisations, admire breathtaking natural wonders and try out local specialties. Multiple ports of call await, and each is a gateway to discovery.

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Day 3 CRUISING: AT SEA

Relaxing at Sea! Time to relax and enjoy the ship’s facilities as you cruise towards Egypt.

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
PORTS OF CALL The Celestyal Journey gets even closer to some of the destinations, as its design allows it to dock in some of the smaller ports that the bigger ships cannot reach. The crew’s hospitality ensures that the atmosphere onboard is always warm and welcoming, making sailing on this vessel so memorable.

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Day 4 CRUISING: PORT SAID, EGYPT

Secrets of the Sphinx CAIRO Visit the National Archaeological Museum and the Pyramids of Giza.

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
HISTORY & MYSTERY Get up close and personal with The Pyramids of Giza - one of the World’s Seven Wonders. Ponder the enigmatic secrets of the Sphinx and the Great Pyramid of Giza. Marvel at the massive monument of Cheops, the most colossal pyramid ever built with an original height of 496 feet.

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Day 5 CRUISING: ASHDOD, ISRAEL

The Holy Land ASHDOD A full day in port, enjoy free time or join one of the optional shore excursions.

FREE TIME TIPS
EXPLORE MORE of Israel with an optional shore excursion to visit Jerusalem and Bethlehem. Learn about the fascinating history of these cities while taking in celebrated sites such as the Mount of Olives, Via Dolorosa, Church of the Holy Sepulchre and “Dome of the Rock,” in Jerusalem, and the Church of the Nativity and Manger Square in Bethlehem.

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Day 6 CRUISING: LIMASSOL, CYPRUS

City by the Sea LIMASSOL Free time at this port of call.

FREE TIME TIPS
EXPLORE MORE with a stroll in the old town and see the castle where Richard the Lionheart married Berengaria of Navarre, proclaiming her Queen of England, or enjoy local specialties in a sidewalk café. Alternatively, a selection of optional shore excursions is available.

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Day 7 CRUISING: RHODES, GREECE

Blue Heaven RHODES Free time at this port of call.

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
LEGENDARY GREETINGS One of the original Seven Wonders of the World, the Colossal of Rhodes, a statue of the sun-god Helios said to be over 100ft high, once stood at the harbour greeting visitors to the island.

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Day 8 CRUISING: KUSADASI, TURKEY

Turkish Treasures KUSADASI Visit the Greek, Roman, and Byzantine excavations of Ephesus.

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
HISTORIC SPOT Pull into port in Turkey to explore the fascinating Greek, Roman, and Byzantine excavations of Ephesus - one of the best-preserved ancient cities in the world – with the historic ruins of the Library of Celsus, the Basilica of St. John, and the Temple of Artemis.

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Day 9 ATHENS–(DISEMBARKATION)

Marvels & Myths After breakfast on board, disembark.
ATHENS Guided sightseeing includes the Acropolis and a picture stop at the Panathenaic Stadium. Globus Local FavoriteGlobus Local FavoriteReceive a small bottle of Ouzo as a souvenir. Free time this afternoon and evening.

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
HISTORIC SPOTS Explore the heart of Ancient Greece, in the historic empire where 5th-century BC landmarks, including the Acropolis, never fail to amaze! See the Panathenaic Stadium, one of the venues of the first modern Olympic Games.

Breakfast Breakfast

Day 10 ATHENS

Safe travels until we meet again! Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.

Breakfast Breakfast

 Accommodations

 Optional Excursions

No matter what you’re into: food, wine, history, art, music or anything else, we give you the freedom to personalize your vacation with optional excursions that speak to your interests.

When you book your excursions with us, you can be assured that every optional excursion that we offer coordinates with the free time that you'll have in your destination, so you'll never have conflicts between included and optional activities. Our team of travel experts carefully selects each optional excursion that we offer to ensure that you receive the highest quality at a great value. Our tried-and-true partners have a finger on the pulse of the city in which they operate so they deliver the very best experiences. We offer experiences you cannot create on your own and because you’re booking with us, we coordinate all your transportation and timing needs.

The following optional excursions are examples only for this vacation. These may or may not be offered, and availability is subject to days of operation and seasonality. Please select a departure date to view optional excursions and pricing for a specific date (due to currency fluctuation, pricing shown is subject to change until purchased). Optional excursions are available for purchase on our MyGlobus site 90 days prior to the tour start date.

Price Ranges

$ ($50 CAD and under)
$$ ($51 - $100 CAD)
$$$ ($101 - $150 CAD)
$$$$ (Over $150)


Athens

Athens

Dinner and Folklore

Dinner and Folklore

Head to Athens for a delectable 4-course dinner featuring Greek specialties and authentic Greek entertainment!

Price Range: $$

Greek Dinner by the Sea

Greek Dinner by the Sea

Tonight, don't miss the chance to leave the busy city center and visit a private yacht marina along the coastal Poseidon avenue. This is a hotspot for the locals, where you will enjoy a delicious 4-course dinner along with your drinks overlooking the marina and the luxurious yachts. At the end of the dinner stroll around in the Marina, mingle with the locals and take some photos in what can only be described as a unique evening...

Price Range: $$



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