Get ready to be serenaded by the romance of the Aegean Sea and captivated by Greece and Turkey on this expertly-crafted 12 day land and cruise independent package! Start your adventure in Athens where you can spend your leisure time wandering the famous Plaka (Old Town) and let your knowledgeable guide show you around the must-see sights of ancient Athens including the Acropolis, Parthenon, and the temple of Athena Nike. Then, board your cruise ship, the stunning Celestyal Crystal, and set sail! Arrive in Istanbul to see first-hand the complex way Europe and Asian influences impact this metropolitan city. Stop in Çanakkale, the gateway to cities of epic proportion: Troy and Assos. Here you can walk battlefields that span centuries—from ancient wars to modern moments including Gallipoli and Brighton Beach. And last but not least, visit some of the most enchanting Greek isles where culture, history, pristine beaches, fascinating ruins and quaint fishing villages suspended in time await. Explore the “Little Venice” vibe of Mykonos. Watch the sunset paint the sky striking shades of gold and red from a rooftop restaurant in Santorini. Explore centuries of history in Volos and witness the mythological home of Zeus in Heraklion (Crete). 

Our incredible independent package includes international, round-trip flights, 5-star hotel accommodations in Athens, 7 nights deluxe cruise with included shore excursions and so much more!  Explore on your own, or take interesting and inexpensive optional excursions. All the flexibility and fun is yours for incredibly low prices.