Day 01 KUSADASI - PATMOS
Boarding times for the ship are between 09:00 - 11:00. Our ship departs from Kuşadası at 13:00 and arrives in Patmos at 16:30; with its dazzling white houses reflecting typical Mediterranean architecture and culture, Patmos is a paradise on earth. Ferries, yachts, and sightseeing boats commonly anchor in Skala, the island’s central and port city. The city has a very frequent and luxurious vibe with numerous souvenir shops and boutiques. Every day, boat and small vessel tours are organized from the port to the island’s large beaches. Our ship departs at 21:30.
** Depending on weather conditions, landings at ports may be made by boat.
Day 02 RHODES
Arrival in Rhodes at 07:00; Rhodes Island, the largest of the 12 islands belonging to Greece, is located in the Aegean Sea directly opposite Marmaris. Rhodes almost entirely depends on tourism for its livelihood. The central city of the island, Rhodes, is divided into Old and New Town: The Old Town, as the name implies, contains historical buildings. The city, surrounded by walls that are 12 meters thick, reflects the influences of knights and the Ottoman period. The Old Town, with its narrow streets that once were walked by mounted knights, the mystical atmosphere of the castle, and its churches and mosques, is the region that attracts more tourists compared to the other area. Among the noteworthy places to visit are the Archaeology Museum, which was once a hospital for knights, and the statue of Aphrodite found in this museum. Lindos, located 47 km away from Rhodes city, is the second most visited place on the island, with its whitewashed cubic houses, indigo windows adorned with geraniums, narrow winding streets, and the ancient castle on top of the city that opens a page from history. The local people have also thought of those who hesitate to climb the castle and have introduced donkey taxis. Our ship departs at 18:00.
Day 03 CRETE - SANTORINI
Arrival in Crete (Heraklion) at 07:00; Crete Island is located in the southern Aegean Sea and is one of Greece’s 13 administrative regions. Crete is a world-renowned tourism center. Among its most interesting tourist attractions are the archaeological sites in Gortis, Faistos, and Knossos, the Venetian castle in Rethymno, and the natural beauties of the Aradena and Samaria gorges. Crete Island was home to one of the first civilizations in Europe, the Minoan Kingdom, between 3000 and 1400 B.C. Crete has been influenced by the Ottoman and Venetian kingdoms for many years. However, due to the cultural wealth stemming from Ottoman, Venetian, and Spanish influences, it has a diverse and rich cultural mosaic.
Our ship departs at 12:00. Arrival in Santorini at 16:30; Santorini Island, famous for its white villages perched on volcanic rocks above black sandy beaches, takes its name from Saint Irene in the 13th century. Key locations on the island include Akrotiri, Ancient Thera, Fira, and Oia. The central hub, Fira, was rebuilt after the 1956 earthquake. This center, which has a wonderful view, is 580 steps away from the small port Skala Fira. It is possible to reach this port by cable car or by climbing steps with donkeys. The third largest port on the island, Oia, has become a traditional settlement after the earthquake. Surrounded by neo-classical mansions, Oia is considered mysterious. Our ship departs at 21:30.
** Depending on weather conditions, landings at ports may be made by boat.
Day 04 ATHENS (LAVRION) - MYKONOS
Arrival in Athens (LAVRION) at 06:00; Piraeus, a sweet port of the capital Athens, is a beautiful city with charming small hotels. At the Acropolis, which overlooks Athens, stands the strongest symbol of Ancient Greek Civilizations, the Pantheon. Below, in Plaka, where there are taverns and shopping centers, it is possible to catch the rhythm of the day and night. Our ship departs at 13:00.
Arrival in Mykonos at 18:00; Mykonos town is the most visited and one of the most expensive Greek islands, with its white narrow streets and cubic houses. The island's primary visitors include the world’s jet set. Mykonos, one of Greece's most glamorous islands, was established in 1615. The best beach of this island is located on the southern coast. This beach, known as Platis Gialos, is 4 kilometers from Mykonos town and is the island's main beach, backed by hotels and restaurants. Mykonos, with its narrow streets, white houses, pink and white flowers spilling over the roads, is a classic of the Aegean. Its most extraordinary feature is the Nudist Camp located on the island. Our ship departs at 23:00.
** Depending on weather conditions, landings at ports may be made by boat.
Day 05 KUSADASI
Arrival in Kusadasi at 07:00.