Athens (Piraeus)
Optional Private Excursions
Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience!
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Piraeus: The Ancient City of Athens - 8 Hours
Dominated by the remarkable Parthenon, which has stood for over 2,000 years, Athens is a city of major architectural and archaeological treasures. At Piraeus Port you will receive a warm welcome from your guide and driver who provides a captivating insight into the city’s history and culture during your full day tour.
For most, the highlight of a visit to Athens is the world famous Acropolis and the Parthenon. Dedicated to the Goddess Athena, it is one of the most important ancient monuments in the Western world. This afternoon, delight in the mesmerising display of eclectic Greek and Oriental art at the Benaki Museum. Complete your day with a drive past the Panethenaic Stadium, the pure marble masterpiece that served as the original site for the modern Olympics. At the end of the tour you are privately transferred back to your cruise ship.
Highlights:
- Ascend the Acropolis to the Parthenon, one of the most important ancient monuments in the Western world
- Tour the Benaki Museum
Tour Duration: 8 Hours
Tour Can Operate: Morning/ Afternoon
Wheelchair Accessible: Please enquire for more information
Physical Activity Level: Light
Inclusions:
- Private transport by luxury car or minivan
- An expert local guide for 8 hours
- Entrance fees to all sights and museums
All taxes
Exclusions:
- All cruise travel, personal items, meals and associated costs
- Gratuities
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Piraeus: Cape Sounion - 5 hours
Meet your guide as you disembark your cruise ship in Piraeus and venture along the scenic coast to Cape Sounion where you visit the ancient ruined Temple of Poseidon. This temple is believed to date from the 5th century BC and was built to honour Poseidon, who ranked second only to Athena herself in terms of power. The Temple enjoys an impressive position, high on the cliffs, and has, over the centuries, been marked by many travellers’ carved signatures, including that of Lord Byron. After touring the site, you return to your cruise ship in Piraeus.
Highlights:
- Venture along the coast to Cape Sounion to the ancient ruins of the Temple of Poseidon
Tour Duration: 5 hours
Tour can Operate: Morning/ Afternoon
Wheelchair Accessible: Please enquire for more information
Physical Activity Level: Low
Inclusions:
• Luxury car or minivan at your disposal during the tour
• An expert A&K local guide (5 hours)
• Entrance fees
• All taxes
Exclusions:
• All cruise travel, personal items, meals and associated costs
• Gratuities
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11/05/2024 |
11/05/2024 |
Santorini
Optional Private Excursions
Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience!
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Santorini Island Tour - Half Day Tour approx 4 hours
You will be met by your English-speaking guide upon disembarkation from the ship, at the bottom of the cable car at the Old Port of Fira. Our lovely tour starts with a scenic drive through the plains of Santorini to picturesque Oia, the crowning glory of peace and tranquility.
Built on the northern part of the caldera rim, it is here where many artists have been inspired due to its magnificent location with its most superb views of the caldera, the rest of the island and the Aegean Sea.. We then stop at one of the famous wineries to enjoy a wine tasting tour of the fine wines produced on the island. Our final stop is Fira, the islands capital town.
The island used to be circular, but a massive volcanic explosion around 3,500 years ago blew out the centre of the island. (Many people attribute the decline of Minoan civilization on Crete to this cataclysmic eruption. High cliffs jutting into the sea are all that's left of the crater rim.
The surrounding islands are the remains of the sides of the crater, and the sea has filled in the gaps, forming a beautiful bay. Sunsets on the island are particularly striking; all the restaurants and bars in Fira face west over the sunken volcano and the Aegean Sea.
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Santorini Wine Roads Tour (Private) - 5 hours
Highlights/Description:
You will be met in Fira town (top of the cable car) by your Expert Sommelier and seated on a luxury air conditioned coach, where you will travel around the Island visiting three Family Estate Wineries under the continual guidance of your Sommelier. Each Winery is unique in architectural design and you will get to taste fifteen different styles of wine. Our Sommelier will initiate you into the magical artistic process from the grape to the bottle, providing all the knowledge you need whilst enjoying a series of awarded white and upcoming red wines as some of the prestigious signature dessert wines Vinsanto. You will also get a chance to take in the scenery whilst stopping off a Vineyard to see the unique cultivation technique of "Kouloura" and the specificity of soil & microclimate. It is a journey among the paths of ancient vineyards, simplicity traditional family run wineries, modern wine making techniques and most important…the Awakening of the senses whilst tasting The Finest Theraic Wines, returning, having a memorable & most enjoyable experience.
Tour Duration: 5 Hours
Tour can operate: Morning or Afternoon
Wheelchair Accessible: No
Physical Activity Level: Light
Inclusions:
- English-speaking Sommelier guide
- Entrance fees
- Applicable taxes
- Transfers to/from Fira town
Not Included:
- Meals, unless otherwise noted
- Cable car tickets (5 EUR pp) from old Port into Fira town
- Gratuities
- Personal expenses
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Santorini Island Discovery - 5 hours
Highlights/Description:
Begin in the village of Mesa Gonia where you will visit one of the islands greatest treasures; the little Panagia Episkopi Church built in 1115 AD, during the Byzantine period and housing one of the three most priceless icons in the world. You will then be whisked up the hill to one of the more traditional villages, Pyrgos, which also boasts the ruins of a Medieval Venetian castle. The village is overlooked solely by the Mount Profitis Ilias and as one of the highest points of Santorini, offers a fantastic view of the crescent shaped island. Next we are off to a wine tasting at a family owned wine estate in Megalochori, where you have the opportunity to learn a little about and sip on some of the famous wines of Santorini. The Grand Finale of our tour sees you entering the gates of the ancient site of Akrotiri, also known as the "Minoan Pompeii" which was destroyed and covered by the ashes of an enormous volcanic eruption in 1450BC. The settlement contained sophisticated multi-story buildings and magnificent fresco paintings signifying the just how advanced the Minoans were at that stage. After this exhilarating experience our guide will bring you safely back to your hotel to enjoy the rest of your stay on Santorini.
Tour Duration: 5 Hours
Tour can operate: Morning or Afternoon
Wheelchair Accessible: No
Physical Activity Level: Moderate
Inclusions:
- Licensed, English-speaking guide
Not Included:
- Gratuities
- Personal expenses
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Santorini: Santorini Highlights - 4 hours
Meet your local guide and driver as you disembark your ship this morning for a half day exploring Santorini. Drive to Fira, where you will visit the Archaeological Museum which exhibits many items from excavations across the island such as vases from the 5th century BC and items from the Minoan age. After a short stroll in Fira, you may like to drive north to Oia, the most picturesque little town of the island, with white-washed houses, windmills and caves, perched on the very edge of the cliff.
A visit to Domain Sigalas or Boutari Wines will convince you that this small island, with some the oldest vineyards in the world, produces truly unique white wines. Or if you are an art lover you may like to visit the unique experience that is the Art Space, an art gallery set within caves of pumice rock. These carved chambers are those of a century old winery that is still in production now. The old winery production machines can be viewed alongside contemporary art from around the globe followed by a tasting of the wine produced there if you wish.
Highlights:
- Drive to Fira to visit the Archaeological Museum before heading to Oia, the most picturesque little town on the island
- Try some of the white wine produced on the island from some of the oldest vineyards in the world
Tour Duration: 4 hours
Tour can Operate: Morning / Afternoon
Wheelchair Accessible: Please enquire for more information
Physical Activity Level: Light
Inclusions:
• Private transport by luxury car or minivan
• An expert local guide for 4 hours
• Entrance fees to all sights and museums
• All taxes
Exclusions:
• All cruise travel, personal items, meals and associated costs
• Gratuities
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Santorini's ancient Akrotiri excavation & Oia Tour approx 4 hours
Begin with a scenic drive through the plains of Santorini to the picturesque village of Oia, the crowning glory of tranquillity, boasting the most superb views of the caldera. Stroll around the narrow streets and explore its quaint boutiques of local art, paintings and semi-precious jewellery.
Continue with a visit to Akrotiri and marvel at the “Minoan" excavations that have revealed complexes of multi-level buildings, streets and squares, with remains of walls standing as high as 8 meters, all entombed in the solidified ash of the famous eruption of Thera.
Our final stop is to Fira, the capital, perched on the edge of an impressive cliff 260m high, where you will have free time to explore on your own. Many of its beautiful buildings blue domed churches and sun-bathed veranda were constructed during the Venetian invasion and offer stunning views over the submerged volcano
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Santorini cooking and wine tasting class approx. 4 hours
Today you will be closer to the genuine tastes of Santorini through a farm to table experience. You will be offered fresh vegetables and herbs as well as other precious ingredients from local farmers, so as to cook them under the guidance of an experienced chef. This is an interactive course, where each participant is offered a glass of wine from Artemis Karamolegos Winery. Afterwards, you will enjoy the fruits of your labour at the picturesque veranda of the restaurants main area while enjoying 2 more wines while the presentation of the wines is given from experienced sommeliers. Upon completion of the tour, you will be transferred back to your hotel/ship.
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Megalochori village & the lost Atlantis Museum approx. 4 hours
Our tour begins with a visit at Megalochori village and you will walk through the traditional vineyards, the lava-stoned streets, the renovated and abandoned houses after the earthquake of 1956, and the colorful houses. Then we will continue with the Symposium experience. In ancient Greece, the symposium was a ritualized drinking event, when drinking for pleasure was accompanied by music, dancing, recitals, or conversation. Similarly, we will be accompanied by live Lyre playing, mythological and historical wine narration. Afterwards, embark on a journey in Greek History, Mythology, Philosophy and Geology! Discover all the evidence that connects Plato’s Lost Atlantis myth with the volcano eruption of the island. Follow Plato’s Journey that inspired him to write about the ideal city through an interactive fresco. View a Holographic representation of the geological evolution of Santorini Island from the prehistoric ages until today. Re-live, with all your senses, the earthquake, the tsunami, and the volcanic eruption that led to the destruction of Atlantis in a 9D experience.
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Santorini Walking food tour approx. 4 hours
Join us on a walking tour through Fira and neighboring Firostefani for a journey through senses - breathtaking views, hidden alleyways, local eateries - all of that while exploring the secrets of Greek cuisine and filling your belly!
The tour starts in Firostefani and ends in Fira, making a minimum of 7 stops to cover different aspects of Greek and local Santorini cuisine - from Greek coffee to local delicacies, to classic mezes and delicious deserts. Greek cuisine is not imaginable without olives and olive oil, as well as wine and ouzo. We will taste all this and much more. The goal of the tour is to introduce guests to the Greek cuisine in a fun and informative manner from the local standpoint, showcasing not only the flavors & ingredients of Mediterranean cuisine, but also the beauty of Santorini as a world-famous destination.
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Santorini sunset cruise approx. 5 hours
Enjoy sailing around the crystal-clear blue waters of Santorini. First, we will visit the Red and White beaches, both unique and named after the colour of the volcanic pebbles of which they are comprised. Next, we will sail past Akrotiri and into the Caldera. Sail close the volcanic island of Thirassia is the Hot Springs, where you will enjoy swimming and a spa-like mud bath in the warm waters. We continue to Palea Kameni island for some time for swimming and snorkelling. A delicious barbeque dinner will be prepared and served on board while the magical sunset appears on the horizon.
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Santorini caldera hiking trail OIa to Fira approx. 4 hours
This is the most scenic hike on the island of Santorini, starting from the capital city of the island, Fira, you will be led to Oia walking through the villages of Firostefani and Imerovigli. The greater part of the path is on the rim of the Caldera. Following this path affords a gorgeous view to the famous volcano and the Aegean Sea and also allows visitors to see the four most important villages of the island.
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Greek Food & Wine Tasting - Santorini - 5 hours
Experience the culinary delights of Santorini through a Greek Food & Wine Tasting Tour. Explore two renowned wineries and indulge in a delectable 3-course Greek meze-style menu at a charming traditional restaurant, savoring the flavors of local cuisine and wines. This comprehensive tour offers insights into Santorini's rich food and wine culture, along with valuable tips on Greek gastronomy. Perfect for food enthusiasts, wine connoisseurs, adventurous souls, and anyone seeking an immersive gastronomic journey in Santorini.
Tour Duration: 5 Hours
Tour can operate: tour starts daily at 15:30
Inclusions:
- Licensed, English-speaking guide
- Applicable taxes
- Transfers to/from the place of choice
- Visit of 2 wineries and wine tasting
- Dinner in local tavern
Not Included:
- Gratuities
- Personal expenses
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11/06/2024 |
11/06/2024 |
Kusadasi (Ephesus)
Optional Private Excursions
Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience!
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2024 Kusadasi Customize Your Day Option - 4 Hours - Provided by Sea Song Tours
Guests have the flexibility to customize their day to explore as they wish.
Guests may advise their Private Guide on the day of the tour where they
would like to go. Please plan ahead to secure any necessary reservations or
entrance tickets for your guests' planned stops. *
Included:
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Private Luxury Van (Mercedes Vito) with English-Speaking guide and
driver for 4 hours
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Bottled water in the vehicle
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Gratuities to guide and driver**
Excluded:
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Cost of meals and refreshments other than bottled water
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Entrance fees
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Items of personal nature
*Mileage restrictions may apply.
**Gratuities have been prepaid. Additional gratuities are at the guest’s
discretion.
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2024 Kusadasi Local Highlights Option - 4 Hours - Provided by Sea Song Tours
Guests will enjoy a pre-arranged sightseeing itinerary with a Private Car
and Guide to explore the following destination highlights.
You will meet your professional guide, holding a name sign, outside of the
terminal building at the port for a half day private sightseeing. First,
you will visit the House of Virgin Mary, where the Virgin is said to have
lived the last years of her life. The building was rediscovered in the late
19 th Century by Lazartis from Smyrna based on the vision of a
German nun. The site is officially declared a shrine of the Roman Catholic
Church and visited by Pope Paul VI in 1967, Pope John Paul II in 1979, and
Pope Benedict XVI in 2007.
Next, you will visit Ephesus, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, famous
throughout the ancient world for its Temple of Artemis. You will first
visit the Odeon Theatre where the state affairs used to be held. Then, view
the Hadrian Temple - it was dedicated in 118 AD to Hadrian, Artemis, and
the people of Ephesus, but greatly reconstructed in the 4 th
Century. This impressive Corinthian style temple has beautiful reliefs on
the porch. According to the belief of the Ephesians, the Medusa head on the
porch would protect the city from its enemies.
The Terrace Houses (Villas) on Curetes street belonged to the rich people
of Ephesus. Many of them were three-storied and had peristyles surrounded
by rooms without windows but included frescoes and mosaics of mythological
scenes. Some of the frescoes were scenes from the comedies of Menander and
the tragedies of Euripides. They were luxuriously furnished private houses
with fountains and central heating. Between the street and houses was a
portico with a mosaic floor, behind which were shops.
The Celsus Library is a Roman mausoleum and library built in the early 2
nd Century AD. The Library of Celsus was commissioned by the
Julius as a mausoleum for his father, Roman governor of the Asian
Provinces. It is one of the most beautifully reconstructed buildings in
Ephesus, it has become an icon of the ancient city. The Great Theatre dates
to the Hellenistic period. It is one of the most impressive buildings in
Ephesus which has a capacity of 25,000 seats. The theatre was used for
concerts, plays and religious, political, and philosophical discussions and
for gladiator and animal fights.
Marble Road runs between the Library of Celsus and the theater and is a
part of the sacred walkway. At the end of your tour, you can return to
Kusadasi for some shopping in town or visit one of the carpet villages
along the way before embarking on the ship. If you are not interested in
shopping, please advise your guide that you would like to return directly
to the ship.
Included:
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Private Luxury Van (Mercedes Vito) with English-Speaking guide and
driver for 4 hours
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Entrance fees for listed sights
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Gratuities to guide and driver*
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Bottled water in the vehicle
Excluded:
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Cost of meals and refreshments other than bottled water
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Items of personal nature
*Gratuities have been prepaid. Additional gratuities are at the guest’s
discretion.
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11/07/2024 |
11/07/2024 |
Bodrum
Optional Private Excursions
Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience!
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Bodrum Port - Private Culinary Experience (Full Day Tour)
You will meet your private guide at the port for your full day of cooking class experience in Bodrum.
Your day will start a visit to a local country market where you will shop, together with a local chef for the ingredients you will use when cooking. Enjoy the vast array of fresh produce, olives, homemade jams, vegetables and fruits beautiful displaced with vivid colors. Mix with the locals who are doing their daily shopping and experience the sights and sounds of a Turkish Market.
Then, you will drive to local restaurant where will be your kitchen for the day, here you will learn about the art of Turkish Cuisine. It is always a pleasant surprise for the visitor. In addition to being the refined product of centuries of experience, Turkish Cuisine has a very pure quality.
The variety and simplicity of the recipes and the quality of the ingredients are guarantees of delicious meals. Lunch will be served at the restaurant including the recipes you have cooked with your own hands and a glass of Turkish wine.
After lunch you will return to Bodrum port with wonderful memories of your day with the locals.
OUR NET PACKAGE RATE INCLUDES
- 1 full-day of private cooking class experience with lunch in Bodrum.
- 1 Round-trip transfer from/to the restaurant for cooking class experience in a luxury air conditioned vehicle with a professional driver.
- Officially licensed, English speaking guide throughout the tour program.
- Bottled water provided thoughout the tour.
- VAT taxes.
OUR PACKAGE RATE EXCLUDES
- Gratuities to the Guide & Driver
- At the discretion of the guests
- Personal expenses of the guests.
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Bodrum and Halicarnassus - 4 hours
An English speaking officially licensed lecturer/guide will meet the guests at the exit of the cruise pier at 09:00 am for a private sightseeing tour of Bodrum.
The private tour will start with a visit to the Bodrum Castle built as the Castle of St. Peter by the crusader Knights in 1402. Located between the two bays that surround the town, this outstanding structure was built to defend the region of Southeastern Aegean. The fortress has beautiful gardens, housing the world-renowned Underwater Sea Museum.
Continue to the 4th C. BC Tomb of King Mausoleum in nearby Halicarnassus, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
The tour may end in the town at the guests’ hotel by 1.30 pm, or may continue for lunch at one of the small local restaurants by the yacht marina of Bodrum and possible shopping at the town’s local marketplace.
Added Value:
*Great introduction to Bodrum -the fashinable Aegean resort town
*The tour covers the main highlights of the town
Tour Duration : 4-5 hours
Tour can operate: Mornings or afternoons
Wheelchair Accessible: No
Physical Activity Level: High
Included: Transportation by a cheaffeur driven a/c private vehicle, an officially licensed bilingual private lecturer/guide, entrance fees to the sites/museums
Not Included: Gratuities to the guide and driver, meals and personal expenses
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11/08/2024 |
11/08/2024 |
Rhodes
Optional Private Excursions
Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience!
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2024 Rhodes Customize Your Day Option - 4 Hours - Provided by Travelive
Guests have the flexibility to customize their day to explore as they wish.
Guests may advise their Private Guide on the day of the tour where they
would like to go. Please plan ahead to secure any necessary reservations or
entrance tickets for your guests' planned stops. *
Included:
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Private Luxury Sedan with English-Speaking guide and driver for 4
hours
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Bottled water in the vehicle
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Gratuities to guide and driver**
Excluded:
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Cost of meals and refreshments other than bottled water
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Entrance fees
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Items of personal nature
*Mileage restrictions may apply.
**Gratuities have been prepaid. Additional gratuities are at the guest’s
discretion.
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2024 Rhodes Local Highlights Option - 4 Hours - Provided by Travelive
Guests will enjoy a pre-arranged sightseeing itinerary with a Private Car
and Guide to explore the following destination highlights.
Rhodes Panoramic City Tour & Medieval Town
Discover the highlights of ancient and modern-day Rhodes during this
picturesque orientation tour of the city. Depart with a scenic drive
through the modern areas of Rhodes. As you pass by the Mandraki Esplanade,
you will see the government buildings, Church of Annunciation built 1925, a
replica of the Old Church of the Knights of St John, and the deer statues
at the entrance of Mandraki port. Your driver will then continue up to
Monte Smith for panoramic views and photo opportunities of Rhodes and the
Aegean Sea. View from the distance the Acropolis of Rhodes with its Ancient
stadium nearby built 2 nd Century BC.
Next, you will continue to Rhodes Medieval City. Once your car reaches the
Gate d’Amboise, you will disembark and proceed to the Grand Masters Palace
for a guided walking tour. The Palace was built in the 14 th
Century A.D., destroyed in 1856, and rebuilt in 1939 by the Italians to
accommodate the King of Italy, Emmanuel 11 and Mussolini.
You will then walk down the Street of the Knights, where you will see the
many inns once occupied by the crusaders. At the end of the street, you
will arrive at the Archaeological Museum, formerly the Knights Hospital.
The museum was built in 1440 A.D. and is the most well-preserved building
in the Old City.
Included:
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Private Luxury Sedan with English-Speaking guide and driver for 4
hours
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Entrance fees for listed sights
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Gratuities to guide and driver*
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Bottled water in the vehicle
Excluded:
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Cost of meals and refreshments other than bottled water
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Items of personal nature
*Gratuities have been prepaid. Additional gratuities are at the guest’s
discretion.
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11/09/2024 |
11/09/2024 |
Agios Nikolaos
Optional Private Excursions
Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience!
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2024 Agios Nikolaos Customize Your Day Option - 4 Hours - Provided by Travelive
Guests have the flexibility to customize their day to explore as they wish.
Guests may advise their Private Guide on the day of the tour where they
would like to go. Please plan ahead to secure any necessary reservations or
entrance tickets for your guests' planned stops. *
Included:
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Private Luxury Sedan with English-Speaking guide and driver for 4
hours
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Bottled water in the vehicle
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Gratuities to guide and driver**
Excluded:
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Cost of meals and refreshments other than bottled water
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Entrance fees
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Items of personal nature
*Mileage restrictions may apply.
**Gratuities have been prepaid. Additional gratuities are at the guest’s
discretion.
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2024 Agios Nikolaos Local Highlights Option - 4 Hours - Provided by Travelive
Guests will enjoy a pre-arranged sightseeing itinerary with a Private Car
and Guide to explore the following destination highlights.
Leaving the port, begin your journey driving by the coastal area of Agios
Nikolaos city. This route covers an interesting part of the northeastern
axis of the island. Passing through the very well-known resort area of
Elounda, your first stop is a small fishing village called Plaka. From the
small port of the village, you will board a boat and, in a few minutes,
reach the historic small island of Spinalonga.
Spinalonga is an arid and barren rocky islet with an area of 8.5 hectares
lying at the mouth of the natural port of Elounda. Due to its strategic
location, it was fortified and served a variety of roles and purposes over
the centuries. In antiquity, the islet was walled to protect the ancient
city of Olous. In 1903, the Cretan State established a leper colony on the
island. After the leper colony closed in 1957, the islet remained desolate
and uninhabited. Spinalongas use as a place of confinement for lepers, who
experienced the reality of death in isolation and desertion, had stigmatized
it.
Upon return from Spinalonga Island, continue your tour to the island’s
quieter and authentic hinterland. Through the nearby mountainous area, you
will find the village of Fourni. Fourni village is in the homonymous
fertile plain (polje) at an altitude of 320m. Visitors often come across
houses of Venetian architecture, proof of the area’s long history. The area
has dozens of chapels and Monasteries, most of them from the 16
th
and 17 th Centuries. Enjoy a stroll in the village or a treat in
a typical local café (kafenion). As you continue further inland, you will
drive through the agricultural small town of Neapoli, reaching the main
national road, and returning to Agios Nikolaos Port.
Included:
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Private Luxury Sedan with English-Speaking guide and driver for 4
hours
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Entrance fees for listed sights
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Gratuities to guide and driver*
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Bottled water in the vehicle
Excluded:
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Cost of meals and refreshments other than bottled water
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Items of personal nature
*Gratuities have been prepaid. Additional gratuities are at the guest’s
discretion.
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11/10/2024 |
11/10/2024 |
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At Sea
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11/11/2024 |
11/11/2024 |
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Volos (Meteora)
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11/12/2024 |
11/12/2024 |
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Thessaloniki
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11/13/2024 |
11/13/2024 |
Mykonos
Optional Private Excursions
Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience!
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Mykonos Island Tour - Half Day Tour
Guests will be met by our English speaking guide to commence the tour. Upon completion of the tour, transfer will be provided back to the ship.
During this tour you will see and visit the most interesting places of the island. First destination is the beach of Saint Ioannis with the picturesque little church. At this quaint little church you will be able to see the interior of a typical Greek Church (more than four hundred on the island).
Following the route past Ornos beach, San Stefano beach, and Tourlos harbour continuing to the distant beaches of Kalafatis and Santa Anna. Later on you will have the opportunity to visit the village of Ano Mera, which is well known for the monastery Panagia Tourliani and the typical little square surrounded by traditional Greek taverns. After visiting the monastery and enjoying the magnificent views, we shall return to Mykonos town.
Starting from the Yacht club at old port you will stroll around the narrow alleys of Mykonos, visiting Manto Mavrogenous square, the unique church of Parapaportiani, the lovely Little Venice, the magnificent Windmills. The numerous souvenir shops, the cafes at the waterfront were you can see the pelicans being fed from people, create a unique atmosphere that no one can forget. Colours such as blue and white remind that the island has remained untouched throughout the years. Free time at the end is recommended.
Upon completion of the tour, you will be transferred back to the port of Mykonos.
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Mykonos: Stunning Mykonos - 4 hours
Mykonos town is best known for its whitewashed buildings and today you have an introductory tour through its labyrinth of cobbled streets. Meet your driver and guide at the port before seeing the iconic windmills and the area known as Little Venice, where coloured balconies adorn the white facades and hang above the lapping waves. If of interest, you may like to visit the Maritime Museum, which exhibits ship models from the early Minoan period until the 20th century. Alternatively, you could explore the many jewellery shops and boutiques. Finish your tour with a visit to a traditional local bakery before your private transfer back to your cruise ship.
Highlights:
- Explore the whitewashed houses and beaches of Mykonos and discover seafaring heritage dating back to pre-Minoan times at the Maritime Museum
- Admire the island's iconic windmills and taste the delicacies at a local bakery
Tour Duration: 4 hours
Tour Can Operate: Morning/Afternoon
Wheelchair Accessible: Please enquire for more information
Physical Activity Level: Light
Inclusions:
• Private transport by luxury car or minivan
• An expert local guide for 4 hours
• Entrance fees to all sights and museums
• All taxes
Exclusions:
• All cruise travel, personal items, meals and associated costs
• Gratuities
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Delos island tour approx 4 hours
Delos, once a Sacred Island, is the legendary birthplace of the Sun God Apollo and his twin sister Artemis. Its religious significance coupled with a good harbour and strategic location on the Aegean trade routes enabled Delos to flourish for 500 years. Today, the only remaining inhabitants are its treasured ruins and their caretakers.
Visit the marbled streets of the Agora and Sacred Way, the Sanctuary of Apollo, the theatre, the Sanctuary of the Foreign Gods and the Sacred Mount Cynthus. View the remains of a Hellenistic Quarter with its harbours, water houses and luxurious villas, including the Houses of Cleopatra, the Dolphin, the Masks and the House of Dionyssos. Marvel at the spectacular Avenue of the Lions, where five proud Naxian marble beasts from the 7th Century BC crouch, vigilant guardians of the Sacred Lake, which stands dry today. A small museum on the island displays artefacts from the site.
Tips: Wear flat, comfortable walking shoes, there is a lot of walking over cobbled paths. Carry a cold bottle of water with you on hot days, wear lots of sunscreen and preferably a hat, as there is no shade on the island
Inclusions: Licensed English-speaking guide / Round trip transfers in Sedan taxi/ Deluxe A/C minibus /Round trip ferry tickets to Delos Island / Entrance fees to indicated sites /Taxes
Exclusions: Gratuities / Personal expenses /anything not mentioned above /
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Mykonos full day cruise approx 9 hours
ITINERARY: South Coast of Mykonos – Dragonisi
We depart from Platys Gialos Port and sail at low speed to view the VIP beach of Psarou from a different perspective. We continue our trip towards Ornos Beach and end up at the last southwestern beach of Mykonos, known as Glyfadi. Then we speed up and sail past the famous southern beaches of Mykonos (Paranga, Paradise, Super Paradise, Agrari, Elia, KaloLivadi, Agia Anna, Kalafatis, Lia, and Fragia) and head off towards an isolated island called Dragonisi, reachable only by private yacht. There we stop off to enjoy a swim at a uniquely beautiful beach. Snorkelling gear is provided for those who are interested in exploring the beautiful underwater environment. On our way back we stop off at Agrari Beach for more swimming and snorkelling in the blue sea or water sports for the more athletic. Our trip ends at the port of Platys Gialos. One of the major advantages of this itinerary is that it is not affected by weather conditions as the yacht sails close to the coast.
Included:
An 8 to 9 hours cruise at Mykonos Island/ The fuel consumption for the aforementioned itinerary (1,5 cruising hours)/ a captain/ a multilingual crew member/ a bottle of wine per 4 persons/ Water & a fruit salad/ Snorkeling equipment is provided on board,
Not Included: Lunch, return transfer from port to hotel , any services not mentioned
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11/14/2024 |
11/14/2024 |
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Souda Bay (Chania)
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11/15/2024 |
11/15/2024 |
Athens (Piraeus)
Optional Private Excursions
Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience!
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Piraeus: The Ancient City of Athens - 8 Hours
Dominated by the remarkable Parthenon, which has stood for over 2,000 years, Athens is a city of major architectural and archaeological treasures. At Piraeus Port you will receive a warm welcome from your guide and driver who provides a captivating insight into the city’s history and culture during your full day tour.
For most, the highlight of a visit to Athens is the world famous Acropolis and the Parthenon. Dedicated to the Goddess Athena, it is one of the most important ancient monuments in the Western world. This afternoon, delight in the mesmerising display of eclectic Greek and Oriental art at the Benaki Museum. Complete your day with a drive past the Panethenaic Stadium, the pure marble masterpiece that served as the original site for the modern Olympics. At the end of the tour you are privately transferred back to your cruise ship.
Highlights:
- Ascend the Acropolis to the Parthenon, one of the most important ancient monuments in the Western world
- Tour the Benaki Museum
Tour Duration: 8 Hours
Tour Can Operate: Morning/ Afternoon
Wheelchair Accessible: Please enquire for more information
Physical Activity Level: Light
Inclusions:
- Private transport by luxury car or minivan
- An expert local guide for 8 hours
- Entrance fees to all sights and museums
All taxes
Exclusions:
- All cruise travel, personal items, meals and associated costs
- Gratuities
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Piraeus: Cape Sounion - 5 hours
Meet your guide as you disembark your cruise ship in Piraeus and venture along the scenic coast to Cape Sounion where you visit the ancient ruined Temple of Poseidon. This temple is believed to date from the 5th century BC and was built to honour Poseidon, who ranked second only to Athena herself in terms of power. The Temple enjoys an impressive position, high on the cliffs, and has, over the centuries, been marked by many travellers’ carved signatures, including that of Lord Byron. After touring the site, you return to your cruise ship in Piraeus.
Highlights:
- Venture along the coast to Cape Sounion to the ancient ruins of the Temple of Poseidon
Tour Duration: 5 hours
Tour can Operate: Morning/ Afternoon
Wheelchair Accessible: Please enquire for more information
Physical Activity Level: Low
Inclusions:
• Luxury car or minivan at your disposal during the tour
• An expert A&K local guide (5 hours)
• Entrance fees
• All taxes
Exclusions:
• All cruise travel, personal items, meals and associated costs
• Gratuities
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11/16/2024 |
11/16/2024 |
The Signature Collection – A Hosted Sailing
