Perillo Tours 2024

Athens Olympia Kalambaka & Meteora Delphi Mycenae Epidaurus Lavrion Port Santorini Crete Patmos Kusadasi, Turkey Ephesus Mykonos Ephesus, Turkey DAY TRIP / VISIT OVERNIGHT STAY Perillo Tours & Perillo Tours Travelers @Perillo_Tours DAY 7 • KALAMBAKA » METEORA MONASTARIES » ATHENS THURSDAY: After breakfast, visit the breathtaking monasteries of Meteora. Perched on huge granite rocks, the monasteries seem to suspend between earth and sky, providing a magnificent view. Each monastery contains priceless historical and religious treasures. Enjoy your lunch at a local restaurant in Kalambaka (not included), before returning to Athens bypassing Trikala, Lamia and Thermopylae where a stop will be made to visit the memorial of Leonidas and the brave 300 Spartans. Return to Athens and overnight at our hotel. 3-NIGHT AEGEAN CELESTYAL CRUISE MYKONOS - KUSADASI - EPHESUS - PATMOS - CRETE - SANTORINI The best fleet in the Aegean, Celestyal Cruises, presents this true experience of the Hellenic heritage. (Actual ship assigned will be announced in Fall 2023.) Relax with a refreshing drink in the ambient lounges, enjoy the great cuisine and take advantage of our excellent onboard facilities, you will never be lost for something to do. Visiting 5 historic ports, this mini-cruise takes you to the most enchanting destinations in the romantic Aegean Sea. DAY 8 • ATHENS (LAVRION PORT) » 3 NIGHT AEGEAN CRUISE » ALL-ABOARD FOR MYKONOS! FRIDAY: Early this afternoon we board our ship and settle in our cabin. Mykonos invites you to admire its stunning coastline, soft sandy beaches, and rugged rocky landscape. Affectionately known as the ‘Island of the Winds’, Mykonos is home to the 16th century windmills that have become iconic landmarks on postcards. The energetic Greek island is well known for its beauty, diverse range of bars, cafes and restaurants and a vibrant atmosphere. Tonight, we depart Mykonos for Kusadasi, Turkey. Enjoy dinner at sea. DAY 9 • KUSADASI, TURKEY » EPHESUS TOUR » SAIL TO THE ISLAND OF PATMOS SATURDAY: This morning, we arrive in the stunning coastal town of Kusadasi where you’ll join your expert guide for an excursion to the iconic Hellenistic ruins of Ephesus, one of the ‘Seven Wonders of the World’. (Save some time to browse the port-side Bazaar.) This afternoon we depart for the volcanic Patmos which enjoys an enchanting lace-like coastline and dramatic sheer cliffs. Fascinating shore excursions such as the Monastery of St. John are available for purchase. Tonight we depart Patmos for Crete! DAY 10 • HERAKLION, CRETE » PALACE OF KNOSSOS TOUR » SAIL TO SANTORINI » OIA VILLAGE TOUR SUNDAY: This morning we dock in Heraklion, Crete. You’ll travel to the very depths of European history and mythology when you visit the Palace of Knossos, just outside Heraklion, the capital of Crete. This was not only the site of Minoan Crete’s grandest palace but also where the legendary King Minos is said to have built the labyrinth to contain the deadly Minotaur. That is until it was killed by the heroic Theseus who escaped back to Athens with King Minos’ daughter, Ariadne. Was the Minotaur half-man or myth? You’re about to find out! We depart Heraklion for Santorini at Noon today. Santorini is close – let’s sail there next! Thought by many to be the lost continent of Atlantis we’ll visit the charming Oia Village . On route admire the panoramic view of the Aegean Sea and neighboring islands. Built on the Caldera rim, Oia Village is an excellent example of Cycladic architecture. We walk along the cobble-stone streets and the white-washed houses with blue shutters appearing as a beautiful travel poster. Our excursion ends in Fira where our guide will show us the way to the cable car back to the ship. Enjoy a final dinner on board as we navigate toward Athens. DAY 11 • ATHENS » USA MONDAY: We arrive in Athens early this morning. Disembark and transfer to the airport for our return flight home. 3 8 C L A S S I C A L G R E E C E W I T H C R U I S E G R E E C E