2015 Seven Day Greek Island and Turkey Cruise 'The best seven day cruise'
From Athens to Istanbul and the best of the Aegean!
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Seven nights cruise of the Aegean islands and Istanbul |
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All meals on board |
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Cruise per day Itinerary
The amazing seven day Aegean cruise to Istanbul
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| Day 1 - Friday |
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| Embarkation! Athens (Piraeus), Greece |
Welcome on Board
After embarkation this morning, on board, a range of activities are available to you:; sip a cocktail by the pool, try your luck in the casino, work-out in the fitness center or just relax and soak up the glorious Mediterranean sun.
You will be wined and dined with an array of enticing international and Greek cuisine.
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| Day 2 - Saturday |
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| Istanbul - Full day |
Morning arrival in Istanbul! After breakfast, optional tours will depart allowing you to explore Istanbul to its fullest. Highlights include the Hippodrome, the Blue Mosque and the Topkapi Palace, the official residence of the Ottoman Sultans and the home to the Spoonmaker`s Diamond, the 7th largest diamond in the world. Depending on your tour, lunch will be served onboard or at a local restaurant offering delectable Turkish cuisine.
Late afternoon return to enjoy the cruise ship cuisine as we sail towards the port of Kusadasi.
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| Day 2 - Sunday |
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| Kusadasi |
Relax on board this morning while sailing to Kusadasi.
In the afternoon the ship will dock at the bustling Turkish port of Kusadasi.
A must is the excursion to Ancient Ephesus to see the amazing ruins of this ancient Greek city.
Alternatively you may prefer to walk around the colourful town and try your luck at bargaining with the local shopkeepers in the bazaar.
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| Day 4 - Monday |
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| Santorini - Full Day |
A whole day is dedicated the stunning and unique island of Santorini.
Captivating views are not to be missed as your ship approaches this world famous volcanic island. Choose from a variety of excursions- including an island tour featuring Ancient Akrotiri, one of the best preserved ancient cities, thanks to the volcanic ash that once lay thickly upon it. Perhaps enjoy a cable car ride to the top of the island to enjoy the spectacular caldera views and picture post card images of the blue domed churches and white washed cubic houses built into the cliff side.
Early evening departure as we sail towards Crete and the picturesque harbour of Agios Nicholaos.
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| Day 5 - Tuesday |
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| Crete (Agios Nicholaos) |
Lots of time today to experience Greece's largest island – Crete!
Join an unforgettable optional tour of the Palace of Knossos and its excavations and learn of the fascinating Minoan Civilization. Perhaps stroll along the lovely harbor of Agios Nicholaos and relax on one of the nearby beaches.
We have a full day to enjoy this beautiful island rich in ancient and modern history.
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| Day 6 - Wednesday |
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| Rhodes and Symi |
Early morning arrival in Rhodes, known as the 'sunny island' with an average of 300 days of sun per annum!
Choose to explore Rhodes medieval old town, once home to the Crusaders, or perhaps enjoy an excursion to the beautiful village of Lindos situated on the south eastern part of the island - complete with its very own Acropolis.
Later in the afternoon we arrive at the picturesque islet of Symi, with its amphitheatrically shaped capital town full of mansions, some of which were once owned by wealthy sea merchants. The port of Symi is considered one of the prettiest of the Aegean Sea.
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| Day 7 - Thursday |
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| Visiting Chios and Mykonos |
Our morning is dedicated to the island of Chios, best known for its Mastic trees and pristine beaches, and is also thought to be the birth place of Homer!
Enjoy free time in the lovely port or take an optional excursion to discover the island in depth.
At noon we set sail for the cosmopolitan island of Mykonos. Mykonos needs little introduction! A summer holiday meeting point for jet setters worldwide, this glittering, glamorous island has everything you expect: fantastic beaches with crystal clear water, whitewashed sugar-cube houses with blue wooden shutters, narrow streets to stroll around, and last, but not least an incredible nightlife!
The evening is ours to enjoy this beautiful iconic Cycladic Island.
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| Disembarkation. Athens (Piraeus), Greece |
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An early breakfast is served onboard before we disembark our cruise ship.
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The seven day Iconic Aegean itinerary makes for an extremely interesting cruise combing six beautiful Greek islands, the Turkish port of Kusadasi and the amazing city of Istanbul.
It operates from April to June, and September to October, departing on a Friday from the port of Lavrion (close to Athens) and returning the following Friday.
With 3 full day ports of call and an extended evening visit to Mykonos, this itinerary is relaxing as well as mesmerizing.
Seven Day cruise itinerary
Itinerary 7 day Cruise
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Destination |
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12:00 |
Athens (Lavrion) |
| Saturday |
09:00 |
20:00 |
Istanbul, Turkey |
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16:00 |
22:00 |
Kusadasi, Turkey |
| Monday |
10:00 |
18:30 |
Santorini, Greece |
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06:30 |
18:00 |
Agios Nikolaos (Crete) |
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07:00 |
14:00 |
Rhodes, Greece |
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16:30 |
20:00 |
Symi, Greece |
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07:00 |
12:00 |
Chios, Greece |
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17:00 |
23:59 |
Mykonos, Greece |
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06:00 |
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Athens (Lavrion), Greece |
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2015 Seven Day Aegean cruise Departure Dates
Sailings every Friday
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01, 08, 15, 22, 29 |
| June |
05, 12, 19, 26 |
| September |
04, 11, 18, 25 |
| October |
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Seven Day Cruise Istanbul
Seven Day Cruise Istanbul
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Dining and Diets on the Greek island cruise
Meals Included
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner are included in the price of the cruise ticket.
These are served in the dining areas and on occasion also on deck (lunches when weather permits).
The meals are nice and cater to the tastes of all, there is good choice and a Greek flavor to the menus.
Diets
If you have any specific dietary requirements, allergies or intolerance to any ingredients, you need to advise the cruise line in advance so necessary adjustments be made, wherever this is possible.
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Dress Code on the Cruise Ship
General
If you are traveling during the hot months (May-Sep), light, light colored, cotton clothes which “breathe” will keep you cool. Take with you your bathing suits if you wish to swim. It is good to have with you sunglasses, a hat and of course sun protection for the open spaces and the pool. For the evening it is best to bring a cardigan or light jacket, as it is possible that the weather may be cool on open decks; also remember the vessel is air conditioned). If you intend to use the gym aboard the ship, ensure to pack sports clothes and shoes, as well as the necessary accessories.
Dinning dress code
In both the restaurants and the public spaces on the ship, one ought to be country club casually dressed. Bathing suits & shorts are not allowed in the restaurants where casual dress is compulsory, for aesthetical and hygiene reasons. If you wish to have a meal on deck in your swimwear, you can enjoy the great range of the buffet on the deck (weather permitting), without having to change for lunch.
Formal Nights
Formal wear should be worn for the Gala Night and Captains Cocktail which take place during Seven day cruises. Formal dress entails, for women: Cocktail dress or a smart outfit, for men: Suit (trousers, shirt, jacket) and a necktie.
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Drinks on the Cruise ship
The cruise rates include drink packages.
There are different options to choose from including alcoholic and non-alcoholic packages.
(we will quote with packages included)
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Aegean Sea Shore Excursions
Cruising this amazing area of the world has an added bonus: the very interesting ports of call. Aegean cruises can be categorized as destination cruises as the main highlight are actually the ports of call. On all the islands there are excursions organized by the ship, in which you can participate at an extra cost.
The shore excursions are a highlight of the cruise and you should examine what options are available to you and choose the ones that you find interesting.
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Mobile Phones usage on the Greek Island Cruise
Aegean Sea cruises have an extra good thing going for them…. Mobile phone reception is available during most of the cruise. All the Greek islands have excellent mobile phone coverage this means that on the greater part of the cruise you will have good signal. The only times when you will not be able to use the phone is on long crossings, even though these are few and mostly done at night.
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Internet on the Cruise ship
You can browse the internet on the ship but this is quite expensive and done at a designated area of the ship that has computers with access, or where the WIFI of the vessel has coverage.
A good “tip” to have in mind is that in Greece most cafes offer free Wi-Fi to all their customers. So if you want to use Wi-Fi, and as the ship is in port for many hours, it is a good option to enjoy some time at a local café and use the free Wi-Fi.
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Smoking on the Cruise ship
Smoking is not allowed in any of the indoor areas of the cruise ship.
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