Friday   Athens - Marina Zeas

Saturday   Delos / Mykonos, Greece

The ship sails into the white and blue Cyclades. Enjoy an optional morning visit to tiny Delos, the mythical birthplace of Apollo and Artemis. On a guided tour, you’ll visit the archaeological ruins of this UNESCO World Heritage Site, unearthed here in the 19th century. Delos is a true open-air museum with many ancient monuments and buildings that are remarkably intact. Next, we sail to one of Mykonos beautiful bays for a nice swim stop and lunch, weather permitting. Later in the afternoon we will sail into Mykonos to allow you to discover its brilliant white houses and stroll the narrow streets. We’ll explore the interesting archaeological museum or maritime museum, and stop to visit a bakery that has been turning out bread in wood-fired ovens since the 15th century. At the conclusion of our tour, we’ll do as the Mykonians do and enjoy a glass of ouzo and traditional "ezedes" appetizers or enjoy Mykono's world famous night life. (B,L/D)

Sunday   Kusadasi, Turkey (Ephesus)

Today our explorations of ancient civilizations continue with an optional excursion to Ephesus, the grandest archaeological site in the Aegean region. As you tour this remarkably preserved Greek and Roman city, you may feel as if you’re about to encounter a toga-garbed resident, or hear a chariot clattering down the main avenue the same avenue down which Cleopatra and Mark Anthony rode in procession more than 2,000 years ago! After lunch, you will have some free time at the bustling market before we sail for the quaint Island of Samos where we will overnight in port. (B,L/D)

Monday   Patmos, Greece

Early morning sailing for Patmos. On the way, we will stop at Lipsi or Arki islets for a soothing swimming experience. Later on, we will reach Patmos, the tiny yet spectacular island featuring whitewashed houses with colorfully painted shutters and doors, stonepaved streets, and narrow alleys. Your optional Patmos excursion includes two UNESCO World Heritage Sites, the Grotto and Monastery of St. John and the historic center of the medieval town of Chora. (B,L/D)

Tuesday   Santorini, Greece

When you awake this morning, you will be back in the beautiful Cyclades Islands. We are visiting lovely Santorini, formed by the half-submerged crescent of a volcanic caldera. You’ll go ashore and take a cable car to the town of Fira a stunning cluster of white buildings atop a cliff. Here, you’ll enjoy a guided optional tour among Fira’s narrow, picturesque streets. You’ll also visit the Prehistoric Museum, which houses fascinating artifacts from Akrotiri, a city buried in the eruption that created the caldera in 1600 BC. (B,L/D)

Wednesday   Folegandros

In the morning we have breakfast while sailing to your surprise beach stop. Time to swim in an amazing spot before enjoying a BBQ. In the afternoon we leave for Folegandros, one of most quaint and original islands in the Cyclades. Late afternoon, it is time for an optional walking tour in Upper Town: You will discover one of the most charming spots in the Mediterranean and you will not resist trying some local specialities at one of the traditional tavernas. (B,L/D)

Thursday   Kea

Early morning sailing to Kea Island - Koundouros bay for your last swim of your cruise. Later in the afternoon we sail for Piraeus - Marina Zea. This evening, our last aboard ship, enjoy a Captain’s Farewell Dinner. (B,L/D)

Friday   Marina Zea

After breakfast, it is time for you to bid farewell to your fellow passengers and to your crew and disembark. (B)