7-day Idyllic Aegean cruise
Following a unique itinerary, this week-long cruise will offer you plenty of time to visit and enjoy its first class destinations:
- A full day and an overnight in cosmopolitan Mykonos for a late night out to its trendy clubs,
- Two full days in Santorini, one of the most romantic and spectacular islands in the world
- 12 hours in Crete, the biggest island in Greece, with historical significance that is second to none and of extraordinary natural beauty and diversity.
Apart from these three most popular Greek islands in the Aegean, you will also visit Milos (11 hours stay), a stunningly beautiful volcanic island with a unique coastline of endless coves and beaches, mostly known for the statue of Aphrodite (Venus de Milo, now in Louvre).
Before returning to Athens, the cruise visits Kusadasi (Ancient Ephesus) in Turkey, another top destination in the Aegean.
You will be offered a combination of fascinating beaches and landscapes, places with great historical background as well as places famous for their cosmopolitan atmosphere and night life with ample of time to enjoy them.
The here above description refers to the year 2019 itinerary.
7-day cruise ports of call & itinerary map
| Port | Day | Arr. | Dep. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Piraeus (Athens), Greece | Monday | 21:00 | |
| Mykonos, Greece* | Tuesday | 07:00 | |
| Mykonos, Greece* | Wednesday | 07:00 | |
| Milos (Melos), Greece* | 13:00 | midnight | |
| Santorini (Thira), Greece* | Thursday | 08:00 | |
| Santorini (Thira), Greece* | Friday | 23:00 | |
| Crete (Heraklion), Greece | Saturday | 07:00 | 20:30 |
| Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey | Sunday | 11:30 | 17:00 |
| Piraeus (Athens), Greece | Monday | 09:00 | |
| * Disembarkation by tenders (boats), weather permitting. - Embarkation/disembarkation possibilities also from/to Kusadasi and Crete. Information on the port of Piraeus | |||
| Port | Day | Arr. | Dep. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Piraeus (Athens), Greece | Saturday | 19:00 | |
| Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey | Sunday | 08:00 | 19:00 |
| Rhodes, Greece | Monday | 08:00 | 18:00 |
| Crete (Heraklion), Greece | Tuesday | 08:00 | midnight |
| Santorini (Thira), Greece* | Wednesday | 07:00 | |
| Santorini (Thira), Greece* | Thursday | 02:30 | |
| Milos (Melos), Greece* | 08:30 | 13:30 | |
| Mykonos, Greece* | 19:00 | ||
| Mykonos, Greece* | Friday | 18:00 | |
| Piraeus (Athens), Greece | Saturday | 09:00 | |
| * Disembarkation by tenders (boats), weather permitting. Information on the port of Piraeus | |||
Cruise ship operating the cruise & departure dates
‘Celestyal Crystal’
cruise vessel
‘Celestyal Crystal’
cruise vessel
Tours available at each port of call
Delos Apollo Sanctuary Tour (MYK-03)
Mykonos Walking Tour & Mykonian Dinner (MYK-04)
Mykonian countryside, Chora & Little Venice (MYK-06)
Delos & Rhenia Islands (MYK-12)
Milos, 'Step Back in Time' tour (MIL-02)
Santorini's islands & volcano (SAN-02)
The Essence of Santorini (SAN-06)
Santorini, Akrotiri village excavations (SAN-08)
Santorini, Jeep Safari Adventure (SAN-10)
Knossos Palace & the Archaeological Museum (HER-01)
Minoan Palace of Knossos (HER-02)
Cretan countryside and lifestyle (HER-04)
Knossos Palace & Cretan Landscapes (HER-05)
Ancient Ephesus & the House of Virgin Mary (KUS-01)
Ancient Ephesus through the ages - Hellenistic and Roman (KUS-02)
Pre- & post-cruise package
With rates starting from EUR164 per person, you get
- two overnights, in double room, in a centrally located hotel in Athens including breakfast
- both ways private transfers between Athens and the cruise port.
Why to take this package deal?
- Athens, the city close to the cruise port is more than just the place your cruise begins and ends; it's an exciting and world renowned destination!
- If you have to take an overnight flight or a long haul flight you need at least a day to recover, otherwise the first day or two of your cruise can be an absolute waste.
- It functions as a "safety-cushion" in case of flights' or other delays.
- It is a convenient way to get by pre-arranged transfers from your hotel to the pier and back. Like this you avoid to carry heavy luggage in public means of transportation.
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