Day 01 ISTANBUL
After the boarding procedures, free time to relax and enjoy the ship's activities. Dinner and overnight stay on the ship. Our ship will depart from the port at 18:00.
Day 02 MYKONOS
Arrival in Mykonos at 15:00. Mykonos town is the most visited and one of the most expensive Greek islands with its white narrow streets and cube-shaped houses. The main regulars of the island are the world's jet-setters. Mykonos, established in 1615, is one of the most glamorous islands in Greece. The best beach on this island known for its beaches is located on the southern coast. This beach, located 4 kilometers away from Mykonos town, is called Platis Gialos. This main beach of the island has hotels and restaurants situated behind it. Mykonos is a classic Aegean destination with its narrow streets, white houses, and pink and white flowers spilling onto the roads. Its most extraordinary feature is the Nudist Camp located on the island. Our ship will depart at 23:00.
Day 03 CRETE
Arrival in Crete (Heraklion) at 09:00. Crete Island is located in the south of the Aegean Sea and is one of the 13 administrative regions of Greece. Crete is a world-renowned tourism center. Among its most interesting tourist attractions are archaeological sites in Gortis, Phaistos, and Knossos, the Venetian castle in Rethymno, and the natural beauties of the Aradena and Samaria gorges. Crete Island is where the Minos Kingdom, one of the first civilizations in Europe, lived between 3000 and 1400 BC. Crete has been influenced for many years by the Ottoman and Venetian kingdoms. However, thanks to the cultural richness of Ottoman, Venetian, and Spanish influences, it has a diverse and rich cultural mosaic. Our ship will depart at 19:00.
Day 04 RHODES
Arrival in Rhodes at 07:00; Rhodes Island, the largest of the twelve islands belonging to Greece, is located in the Aegean Sea and is directly opposite Marmaris. Rhodes derives almost its entire livelihood from tourism. The city of Rhodes, which is the center of the island, is divided into two parts: the Old City and the New City. As the name suggests, the Old City is where the historical buildings are located. The city is surrounded by walls that are 12 meters thick, with effects from the knights and the Ottoman period dominating the area. The Old Town features narrow streets once roamed by knights, a castle with a mystical atmosphere, churches, and mosques, attracting more tourists than other areas of the island. The Archaeology Museum, which was once used as a hospital by the knights, and the Aphrodite statue found within it are among the sights worth seeing. Lindos is the second most visited place on the island, 47 km from the city of Rhodes, known for its whitewashed cube houses, blue windowed geraniums, narrow winding streets, and the ancient castle that opens a page from history when you reach the top of the city. The locals have thought of those who are too lazy to walk up to the castle by bringing in donkey taxis. Our ship will depart from the port at 18:00.
Day 05 SANTORINI
Costa Fortuna will arrive at Santorini port at 08:00. After breakfast, our passengers will have free time to visit this location. Santorini, one of the most valuable and popular islands in the Aegean, is a captivating place with its historical sites and predominantly natural beauty. When one thinks of the Greek Islands, the blue-domed houses, luxurious hotels overlooking the Caldera, and sunsets come to mind, and Santorini is one of the first places to consider. It is the most romantic of the Cyclades islands! Santorini has a crescent-shaped geography surrounded by very high cliffs. The bay overlooking these cliffs is called Caldera. The most captivating feature of Santorini is that all the villages and nearly all hotels face this breathtaking view. Watching the sunset from the farthest point of Oia is also a Santorini tradition, and you will be enchanted by the beauty of this romantic island. Additionally, Santorini's blue dome church, the Catholic Cathedral of St. John the Baptist, the Thera Archaeological Museum, and Oia Castle are must-visit places for history and architecture enthusiasts. Santorini Island is also a tourist destination famous for its beautiful beaches in the Aegean Sea. There are many beaches on the island, such as Red Beach, Kamari Beach, or Perissa Beach. Our ship will depart from the port at 18:30. Dinner and overnight stay will be on the ship. Then, those who wish can shop at duty-free stores, try their luck at casinos, or enjoy various music and entertainment options available in many bars. Different food options will be available throughout the day.
Day 06 PIRE/ATHENS
Costa Fortuna will arrive at the Pire/Athens port at 07:00. After breakfast, our passengers will have free time to visit this location. Pire, a vibrant and large city integrated with Athens, is the largest port in Greece. The Parthenon, the most powerful symbol of Ancient Greek civilization, is located atop the Acropolis. Lower down, it is possible to capture the rhythm of day and night in Plaka, where taverns and shopping malls are located. Our passengers can take a pleasant journey to Athens, which is 45 minutes away from Pire. Upon arriving in Athens, you can begin a wonderful journey by visiting places worth seeing such as Acropolis, Agora, Temple of Zeus, Parliament Building, Syntagma - Omonia Squares, Presidential Palace, Prime Minister's Residence, Historical Olympic Stadium, Panepistimiou Boulevards, National Library, and Academy University. Our ship will depart from the port at 23:00. Dinner and overnight stay will be on the ship. Afterward, those who wish can shop at duty-free stores, try their luck at casinos, or enjoy various music and entertainment options available in many bars.
Day 07 SAILING AT SEA
On this day spent sailing at sea, our ship will offer you many alternatives. Those who wish can enjoy the ship's open and closed pools, jacuzzis, and sunbathing areas. Those who want can shop at duty-free stores, try their luck at the casino, or enjoy various music and entertainment options available in many bars. Throughout the day, various food options will also be available for you.
Day 08 ISTANBUL
Costa Fortuna will arrive in Istanbul at 07:00 local time. The end of our tour.