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Fri. Jun 27 Arrive in Athens and transfer to hotel

Early evening Athenian Neighborhoods and Food Tour
From the Parliament building in Syntagma Square to the posh Kolonaki neighborhood and the rebellious downtown district of Exarchia, you'll stop at special spots to sample local products like olive oil, honey, cheese, wine, vinegar, liquor, and sweets made by small producers from all over Greece. Following that, it's a street treat as you sample a koulouri, one of the all-time classic on-the-go snacks, and then a cup of authentic Greek coffee in a wonderful old caf

Sat. Jun 28 Acropolis and Acropolis Museum

Guided visit to the Acropolis and the Acropolis Museum
The Acropolis is the most important ancient site in the Western world. Crowned by the Parthenon, it stands sentinel over Athens is visible from almost everywhere within the city. Its monuments and sanctuaries of white Pentelic marble gleam in the midday sun and gradually take on a honey hue as the sun sinks, while at night, they stand brilliantly illuminated above the city. A glimpse of this magnificent sight can not fail to exalt your spirit. The Acropolis became a World Heritage-listed site in 1987. The Museum was founded to exhibit all the significant finds from the Sacred Rock and its foothills. It was designed by architect Bernard Tschumi with Michael Photiadis and inaugurated in the summer of 2009. The Museum hosts its collections across three levels and in the archaeological excavation that lies at its foundations.

Afternoon CE Lecture

Meals - D
Overnight - Athens Capital Center Hotel - McGallery Collection

Sun. Jun 29 Embarkation on the Azamara Pursuit

Check out of Athens Capital Center Hotel
Transfer to ship for Embarkation at 1:00pm

Meals - B,L,D
Overnight - Azamara Pursuit

Mon. Jun 30 Monemvasia

Arrive at Monemvasia
Monemvasia, founded by the Byzantines in the sixth century, is a breathtaking medieval tower town located on the south-eastern coast of the Peloponnese. Take the opportunity to explore this mystical stone-built settlement, nestled at the edge of a big rock by the sea, and immerse yourself in a unique medieval atmosphere!
Upon entering the castle, your journey through time begins. Peer into the fortress's history

Tues. Jul 1 Heraklion, Crete

Arrive Heraklion, Crete
The capital of Crete, Heraklion is a Greek port city and a popular stop on Mediterranean and Greek cruises. The city is a historical marvel, replete with archaeological wonders and remnants of the region's past. Highlights include the Heraklion Archaeological Museum, the Rocca a Mare Fortress, the Venetian Loggia, and just past the city limits, the Palace of Knossos.

Meals - B,D
Overnight - Azamara Pursuit

Wed. Jul 2 Rhodes Island

Arrive at Rhodes Island
Antiquity is everywhere on the island of Rhodes, from its cobbled Old Town to a mighty acropolis presiding high over the town of Lindos. Ancient ruins recall Crusades-era occupation and Ottoman tyranny, but today, a rather magical Aegean lifestyle is predominant. Travelers will enjoy excellent food, picturesque beaches, buzzing nightlife, and snorkeling in clear waters. Some must-sees here include the Palace of the Grandmaster of the Knights of Rhodes (a medieval castle), the Colossus of Rhodes statue, and the nature reserve Valley of the Butterflies.

Meals - B,D
Overnight - Azamara Pursuit

Thurs. Jul 3 Marmaris, Turkey

Arrive Marmaris
Sun-kissed beaches, pine-covered hills, pristine coves where the Mediterranean meets the Aegean.
Situated on a small and rocky peninsula behind the city's marina, Marmaris Castle is one of the most notable landmarks of the region. While the origin of the city

Fri. Jul 4 Patmos

Arrive at Patmos
Patmos

Sat. Jul 5 Disembark Athens and Fly Home

Pricing

$5700 Per Person

Based on Double Occupancy

8 Hours CDE

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