Description
It’s no wonder the Greek Islands have always been a perennial favorite of travelers. Greece is a magical, romantic destination where you can wander alongside stunning coastlines, explore the ruins of ancient cultures, and dine on fresh Mediterranean cuisine all in one vacation.
On one of our luxury Greek Island cruises, explore far-flung beaches, drift out to sea on catamarans and kayaks, and duck into tiny tavernas where you can eat and drink like a local. From the sun-soaked stone buildings in Santorini to the white-sand beaches that beckon in Mykonos, a Greece cruise is the best way to experience the captivating Greek Islands.
ITINERARY - 1
| Itinerary | Date | Day | Duration | |||||||||||||
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| Valletta, Malta | 02MAY24 | THU | Embark | |||||||||||||
| CHECK IN STARTS AT 0100P | ||||||||||||||||
| At Sea | 03MAY24 | FRI | ||||||||||||||
| Ajaccio, France | 04MAY24 | SAT | In Port | |||||||||||||
| Arrive early morning Depart afternoon | ||||||||||||||||
| Livorno, Italy | 05MAY24 | SUN | In Port | |||||||||||||
| Arrive early morning Depart early evening | ||||||||||||||||
| Rome (tours fromCivitavecchia), Ita | 06MAY24 | MON | In Port | |||||||||||||
| Arrive early morning Depart early evening | ||||||||||||||||
| Naples, Italy | 07MAY24 | TUE | In Port | |||||||||||||
| Arrive early morning Depart early evening | ||||||||||||||||
| At Sea | 08MAY24 | WED | ||||||||||||||
| Valletta, Malta | 09MAY24 | THU | Disembar | |||||||||||||
Itinerary 2
| Itinerary | Date | Day | Duration | |||||||||||||
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| Valletta, Malta | 09MAY24 | THU | Embark | |||||||||||||
| CHECK IN STARTS AT 0100P | ||||||||||||||||
| At Sea | 10MAY24 | FRI | ||||||||||||||
| Mykonos, Greece | 11MAY24 | SAT | In Port | |||||||||||||
| Arrive early morning POSSIBLE TENDER Depart early evening | ||||||||||||||||
| Chania (tours from Souda Bay),Greec | 12MAY24 | SUN | In Port | |||||||||||||
| Arrive early morning Depart early evening | ||||||||||||||||
| Athens (tours from Piraeus), Greec | 13MAY24 | MON | In Port | |||||||||||||
| Arrive early morning Depart early evening | ||||||||||||||||
| Santorini, Greece | 14MAY24 | TUE | In Port | |||||||||||||
| Arrive early morning TENDER REQUIRED Depart early evening | ||||||||||||||||
| At Sea | 15MAY24 | WED | ||||||||||||||
| Valletta, Malta | 16MAY24 | THU | Disembark | |||||||||||||
Ship
MS Azura is a cruise ship operated by P&O Cruises and owned by Carnival plc. The ship was built by Fincantieri at their shipyard in Monfalcone, Italy. She officially entered service with the company in April 2010 and was named by Darcey Bussell.
Places
Valletta, MaltaValletta (or Il-Belt) is the tiny capital of the Mediterranean island nation of Malta. The walled city was established in the 1500s on a peninsula by the Knights of St. John, a Roman Catholic order. It’s known for museums, palaces and grand churches. Baroque landmarks include St. John’s Co-Cathedral, whose opulent interior is home to the Caravaggio masterpiece "The Beheading of Saint John."
Athens (Tours From Piraeus), GreecEscape the urban energy of Athens for the day and set sail for the Saronic Islands aboard a spacious Greek sailing ship. Find your favorite spot on deck to soak up the Mediterranean sun while island-hopping to Agistri, Moni, and Aegina. From ancient temples and wild peacocks to pristine beaches, there’s something for everyone at each stop. Swim and snorkel right off the boat, and indulge in a delicious Greek lunch onboard during this luxury island adventure.
Ephesus (From Kusadasi)Ephesus is an ancient city in Turkey’s Central Aegean region, near modern-day Selçuk. Its excavated remains reflect centuries of history, from classical Greece to the Roman Empire – when it was the Mediterranean’s main commercial center – to the spread of Christianity. Paved streets wind past squares, baths and monumental ruins. The Temple of Hadrian was built before 138 A.D. for Emperor Hadrian’s visit.
Rhodes, GreeceRhodes, the largest of Greece’s Dodecanese islands, is known for its beach resorts, ancient ruins and remnants of its occupation by the Knights of St. John during the Crusades. The city of Rhodes has an Old Town featuring the medieval Street of the Knights and the castlelike Palace of the Grand Masters. Captured by the Ottomans and then held by the Italians, the palace is now a history museum.
Santorini, GreeceSantorini is one of the Cyclades islands in the Aegean Sea. It was devastated by a volcanic eruption in the 16th century BC, forever shaping its rugged landscape. The whitewashed, cubiform houses of its 2 principal towns, Fira and Oia, cling to cliffs above an underwater caldera (crater). They overlook the sea, small islands to the west and beaches made up of black, red and white lava pebbles.