CONDITIONS:
All reservations must be accompanied with a $200.00 per person deposit along with a current IATA/ARC list. (non IATA travel agents must pay the supplement). Balance must be received no later than 30 days prior to departure. The following cancellation penalties apply: Up to four weeks prior to departure: $200.00 per person. Less than two weeks or no shows: the full cancellation will be in effect. Administration fee of $100 pp at any time of cancelation. Spouse or travelling companion will be at a supplement of $225.00. Additional charges are: Cruise port tax $190.00, Single Supplement: $495.00. Travel insurance is advised. ATI acts only as agents for cruise lines & hotels.All cancellations must be submited in writing.
DAY 1 ATHENS/GREECE
Upon your arrival in Athens, you will be met by Acadimos Tours who will assist you through customs. You will then be transferred to your hotel in Athens. Rest of the day at leisure to explore this fascinating city on your own.In the evening, you will enjoy a cocktail party and orientation of the hotel.
DAY 2 ATHENS/GREECE
After breakfast you will be picked up at the hotel to begin your sightseeing tour of Athens. You will visit the House Of Parliament, Tomb of The Unknown Soldier, Theater Of Dionysos. Philopappus Hill, the Acropolis, the Erectheum, the Parthenon, the Forum and much more.
CAPE SOUNION
In the afternoon, you will be picked up at the hotel for your excursion to Cape Sounion. Drive along the beaches of Vouliagmeni, Varkiza and Glyfada along the Saronic Gulf to some of the most breathtaking scenery you will ever see. Arrive in Cape Sounion which is dominated by the spectacular Temple Of Poseidon. Cape Sounion is well noted for its magnificent sunsets.
DAY 3 ATHENS
After breakfast, you will have a day at leisure. You may wish to take a cable car tothe top of Mt. Lycabettus for a magnificent view of Athens and the Acropolis. Take a stroll in Plaka (oldest section in Athens) and visit the Flea Market. Enjoy a swim along the Saronic Gulf or relax in the popular cafes in Constitution Square.You may also wish to take optional tours to such destinations as: Delphi, Argolis(Corinth, Mycenae, Epidaurus) or a one day cruise to Aegina, Hydra and Poros.(If interested, please inquire).
DAY 4 ATHENS/PIREAUS
After breakfast, you will have the morning free. Afternoon transfer to Piraeus to board your cruise ship. Set sail for Rhodes. Dinner and entertainment on board.
DAY 5 AT SEA
DAY 6 EGYPT/PORT SAID
Morning arrival. A short ride takes you to Cairo where optional tours are available. An adventure. See the famed Pyramids of Giza, The Stoic Steadfast Sphinx, Ancient Memphis where you will see the Alabaster Sphinx, Al Moallaha (Hanging Church and Statue Of Ramses 11) see the Citadel of Saladin, The Serapeum and the Great Step Pyramid. Visit the famous museum and the great Khan El Khalili Bazaar.
DAY 7 ISRAEL/ASHDOD
Morning arrival. Optional tours available to Jerusalem. A land consecrated with Religious sites and powerful scenes. See the Church of annucniation (300 years old Greek Church), See Mary's Well, Joseph's Workshop, The Synagogue where Jesus studied. Visit Mt. Tabor, site of Christ's Transfiguration. See the Church of the Holy Seplechure, Tour the Sea Of Galilee,Capernaum, Taga and the Wiling Wall.
DAY 8 LYMASSOL/CYPRUS
Morning arrival. The republic of Cyprus is the third largest island in the Mediterranean and Limassol is the main port of entry. Cyprus reflects both Greek and Ottoman influences as well as a century of British occupation.
DAY 9 ANTALYA (TURKEY)
Morning arrival. This is the tourism center for Southwest Turkey. It is often described as the "Honolulu of Turkey". It was known as Pamphylia in antiquity. It was founded by Attalua II (King of Pergamum) in 159 - 136 BC. Optional Tours available. Seee sights such as: Kaleici Square, Yivili Minare, The Alaeddin Mosque, Karatay Medressi, The Zincirkiran Mehed and the Pasa Hatum Turbe Tombs constructed in 1502. Visit the famous museum and such sites as Perge and also take an excursion to Aspeddos.
DAY 10 - SANTORINI
Morning arrival. Called the "Black Pearl" of the Aegean Sea, Santorini is reputed to be the legendary "Lost City Of Atlantis". Take a donkey ride up the steep cliffs to the dazzling city for a fascinating view of the Aegean Sea. The Town clings to precipitous cliffs overlooking the bay that is the crator to the volcano which erupted in 1500 B.C.
SANTORINI
Afternoon arrival. It is called the "black Pearl" of the Aegean Sea. It is repputed to be the legendary"Lost City Of Atlantis". Take a donkey ride up the steep cliffs to the dazzaling village gor an increadible view of the Aegean Sea. The town cllings to precipious cliffs which overlook the bay which is crator to the volcano which erupted in 1500 B.C.
DAY 11 PIRAEUS/ATHENS AIRPORT
Breakfast upon docking. After breakfast you will be transferred to Athens Airport for your return flight to the U.S.
Ship profile,shore excursions, ports of call - MONARCH CRUISES