CLASSICAL GREECE WITH GREECE and TURKEY CRUISE (RGL2012)

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Tour Length: 16 Days
Countries Visited: Greece, Turkey
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Tour Category: Other Globus Tours
Tour Operator: Globus Tours
Tour Code: RGL-2012
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Title
Classical Greece with Greece & Turkey Cruise

Vacation Overview
This vacation from picturesque fishing villages to ancient historic ruins is a classic. Spectacular ancient history will unfold in Athens, where you will visit the Acropolis; ancient Corinth; Mycenae, with 19th-century excavations; Epidaurus; Olympia, where athletes of antiquity competed; and Delphi, with a special visit to the Archaeological Museum. Enjoy a whole afternoon in the unreal, fantastic landscape of Meteora with its 24 rock-top monasteries. Visit Varlaam Monastery, famous for its frescoes, and St. Stephen’s, featuring a unique collection of icons and an incredible panoramic view. Next is Thermopylae, the site of the heroic battle of Leonidas’ 300 doomed Spartans against Xerxes’ huge Persian army. Drive past Thebes and Marathon before returning to Athens. Then board your cruise to some of the fantastic islands—Istanbul, Izmir, Patmos, Mykonos, Rhodes, Crete, and Santorini.

 

Hotels


ATHENS
Zafolia (F),

NAUPLIA
Amalia (F),

OLYMPIA
Amalia (F),

DELPHI
Amalia (F),

METEORA AREA
Amalia (F) at Kalambaka

Meals
Welcome drink in Athens; full buffet breakfast daily (B); 4 three-course dinners (D); full à-la-carte breakfasts, lunches, and dinners (B,L,D) while cruising

 
Day 1:
Athens, Greece. Time to rest or to start exploring the Hellenic capital. At 6 pm, meet your traveling companions for a welcome drink with your Tour Director.

Day 2:
Athens. Sightseeing with a Local Guide features a visit to the Parthenon’s crowning beauty atop the ACROPOLIS. The rest of the day is at leisure. Tonight, why not try out local fare and entertainment reminiscent of Zorba the Greek. (B)

Day 3:
Athens–Corinth–Mycenae–Epidaurus–Nauplia. Motor along the coast to the bridge crossing the spectacular Corinth Canal, then visit ANCIENT CORINTH, where St. Paul preached. Two more major features today: MYCENAE, where 19th-century excavations reveal impressions of the splendors so vividly described by Homer. Admire the Beehive Tombs, the Treasury of Atreus, Lion Gate, and the remains of Agamemnon’s Royal Palace. Then, a short drive to EPIDAURUS for a tour of its amazingly well-preserved 2,300-year-old open-air theater. Overnight in nearby Nauplia. (B,D)

Day 4:
Nauplia–Olympia. Spectacular scenery on the way through the Arkadian Mountains. Then, an afternoon in OLYMPIA, where the athletes of antiquity competed in honor of the king of deities. Learn about the history of those original Olympic Games as you walk among the impressive remains of the Gymnasium and the Temples of Hera and Zeus. Also visit the MUSEUM that displays Praxiteles’ magnificent statue of Hermes. (B,D)

Day 5:
Olympia–Delphi. Drive to the busy seaport of Patras and proceed to mystic Delphi. The afternoon is devoted to a fascinating tour of the ancient sanctuary of the god Apollo in its dramatic setting on the slopes of Mount Parnassus. Hear about the Oracle and tour the EXCAVATIONS. End the day with a visit to the ARCHAEOLOGICAL MUSEUM to admire the Charioteer, an extraordinary 5th-century BC bronze statue. (B,D)

Day 6:
Delphi–Meteora Area. North via Lamia and Trikala to Kalambaka in the unreal, fantastic landscape of Meteora with its 24 rock-top monasteries. Visit VARLAAM MONASTERY, famous for its frescoes, and ST. STEPHEN’S MONASTERY, featuring a unique collection of icons and an incredible panoramic view (ladies are suggested to pack one long skirt, as shorts or trousers may be inappropriate when visiting the monasteries). (B,D)

Day 7:
Meteora Area–Thermopylae–Athens. Today’s highlight is a guided visit to THERMOPYLAE, the site of the heroic battle of Leonidas’ 300 doomed Spartans against Xerxes’ huge Persian army. On the way back to Athens, your Tour Director will tell you about Thebes, the setting of Sophocles’ Oedipus Rex, and Marathon, where 10,000 Athenians defeated more than twice that number of Persian invaders in 490 BC. You can enjoy an optional dinner in a restaurant overlooking Microlimano in Piraeus. (B)

Day 8:
Athens–Piraeus (Embarkation). Morning at leisure. Later, head for Pireaus, where, at 4 pm you will sail into the deep blue waters of the Aegean Sea. (B,D)

Day 9:
Cruising: Istanbul. Plenty of time to get acquainted with the ship’s amenities as you cruise towards Istanbul. In the late afternoon, witness the spectacular passage through the Bosporus, a 20-mile strait separating Europe from Asia. (B,L,D)

Day 10:
Istanbul. Full day at leisure or enjoy an optional excursion in this fascinating gateway between Orient and Occident, the Christian and the Islamic worlds. Sail from Istanbul in the early evening. (B,L,D)

Day 11:
Cruising: Izmir. Cruise towards Izmir, situated in western Anatolia, and the second-largest port in Turkey. An optional excursion takes you to the fascinating Greek, Roman, and Byzantine excavations of Ephesus. (B,L,D)

Day 12:
Cruising: Patmos–Mykonos. Two ports of call today. First, the tiny Greek island of Patmos, where St. John the Divine wrote the Revelation. Next, discover the mountainous island of Mykonos with its characteristic windmills and dazzling white houses. Time to wander at whim through narrow paved streets lined with trendy boutiques and shady tavernas before returning on board. (B,L,D)

Day 13:
Cruising: Rhodes. All day is dedicated to the island of Rhodes. Explore the sights in the historic Old City with its ramparts and palaces built by the Knights of St. John during the Crusades. Another possibility – join an optional excursion to Lindos and Athena’s fabulous temple. And if sightseeing is not your thing, Rhodes’ sun-drenched public beaches and colorful shopping districts are within easy walking distance of the port. Sail from Rhodes around dinner time. (B,L,D)

Day 14:
Cruising: Crete & Santorini. Early arrival in Heraklion on Crete. A few miles away is Knossos, the center of the 3000 BC Minoan civilization, and an optional excursion can be booked. This afternoon, call at Santorini (weather permitting), the “Black Pearl of the Aegean.” The optional shore excursion here takes you up to the cliff-top village of Thera for one of the world’s most breathtaking panoramas. (B,L,D)

Day 15:
Piraeus (Disembarkation)–Athens. After breakfast on board, disembark at Piraeus and return to thens. The remainder of the day is free to catch up on last-minute shopping. (B)

Day 16:
Athens. Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (B)

 

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Documents
TRAVEL DOCUMENTS: Necessary Travel Documents such as Passports and Visas is the responsibility of the traveler. Passports must be valid six months from your return travel date.

City Highlights


Athens
Welcome drink; guided sightseeing, visit the Acropolis

Ancient Corinth
Guided visit of the excavations

Mycenae
Guided visit of the excavations

Epidaurus
Guided visit of the 2,300-year-old open-air theater

Olympia
Guided visit of the archaeological site and the museum

Delphi
Guided visit of the excavations, visit the Archaeological Museum

Meteora Area
Guided visit of the Varlaam and St. Stephen’s Monasteries

Thermopylae
Guided visit

Cruising
Seven-night cruise to Istanbul, Mykonos, Patmos, Kusadasi (Turkey), Rhodes, Crete, SantoriniHeadsets on the tourCruise Details: Rotation of ports of call may vary for congestion reasons at certain ports with or without prior notice.Cabin categories:Moderate Plus (inside cabin category IC)Premier (outside cabin category XC/XD)Premier Plus (upgraded outside cabin category XE/XF)All cabins with two lower beds and private shower and toilet.Full entertainment program on board.Globus host service throughout the cruise.Note:Please check visa requirements with your local consulate(s); responsibility for obtaining visas rests with the traveler.

Ship
Cristal

 

Globus Disclaimer - Indicates that this departure and vacation is available for 2012 early booking. Book and deposit to lock in an early guaranteed price and save 10% on the land-only price. Booking must be made and under deposit between June 29, 2011 and September 13, 2011 for travel between April 1 and December 31, 2012. All tours will be open for 2012 bookings in the Fall of 2011. Vacation upgrades and/or additions will not be available for early booking, as well as, any extra pre- or post-night pricing until the Fall of 2011. With the exception of Journeys Club discounts, future travel promotions are not applicable and are not retroactive on early bookings. Offer reliant on space availability. Applies to new 2012 bookings only. Full cancellation penalties will apply. Additional restrictions may apply.

Price Details US
Dates and prices do not include international air travel. When planning your trip, allow one extra day before tour date for travel between the USA and Europe.Prices based on double room occupancy.The prices are per person in category IC twin inside cabin.Upgrade per person Premier outside cabin XC/XD: $190Premier Plus outside cabin XE/XF: $410Supplement for single room and single occupancy of Moderate Plus inside cabin IC: $953Supplement for single room and single occupancy of Premier outside cabin XC/XD: $1151Supplement for single room and single occupancy of Premier Plus outside cabin XE/XF: $1746Reduction for triple room and triple occupancy of Moderate Plus inside cabin IC: $188No reduction for triple room and triple occupancy of Premier outside cabin XC/XD.No reduction for triple room and triple occupancy of Premier Plus outside cabin XE/XF.Cabin assignments and meal seatings are determined during the tour prior to boarding.Extra nights per person in Athens:Start of vacation: in single room $193, in twin room $110, in triple room $92End of vacation: in single room $212, in twin room $126, in triple room $108Note:Gratuities to service personnel on board are not included. We recommend that you plan to spend about US$70 per person for gratuities to the service personnel on board.Port taxes of approximately US$260 are not included in the Globus price.2013 departures are subject to itinerary and price modification. Details will be available in October 2012.

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With Globus, travel is definitely a family affair. Young travelers ages 8-17 receive a 10% discount on the land-only portion of their Globus vacation.

10% off Young Traveler discount based on the full land-only cost of the tour. Does not apply to Avalon Waterways. To receive the Young Traveler discount, the age of the traveler must qualify at commencement of services. Discount is applicable to any accommodation. On Monograms, children of all ages are welcome.


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Journeys Club members can save 5% on any 2012 Globus vacation. This is on top of other great member benefits, including exclusive deal alerts throughout the year, unique travel accessories, and special partner discounts and benefits. 

Must be a Journeys Club member at the time of booking to receive 5% discount on the land-only portion of Globus, Cosmos, Monograms or Avalon Waterways core tour, package or cruise, not including extra night accommodations, extensions, taxes/fees, tips and supplements. Booking must be made, under deposit and discount applied between August 10, 2011 and December 31, 2012 for travel commencing by December 31, 2012. Must have traveled within the last five years of your booking date to receive discount. Journeys Club discount is not available retroactively. Applies to new 2012 bookings only. Full cancellation penalties will apply. Additional restrictions may apply.


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Discount on the land-only portion of core tour, not including extra night accommodations, extensions, taxes/fees, tips and supplements. Does not apply to Cosmos, Monograms or Avalon Waterways. Multiple tours must travel within the same calendar year and must be booked at the same time. Booking must be made, under deposit and discount applied between August 10, 2011 and December 31, 2012. Discount is calculated off the least expensive tour. Not combinable with any other offer or discount. Offer reliant on space availability, and applies to new 2012 bookings only. Full cancellation penalties will apply. Additional restrictions may apply.


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With Globus, planning ahead pays off. Book your 2012 Globus vacation and pay in full 9 months or more prior to your departure and save 10% off the land-only portion of your tour.

Requires payment of per person non-refundable deposit at the time of booking and full payment a minimum of 9 months prior to 2012 departure date. Discount based on land-only portion of core tour, not including extra night accommodations, extensions, taxes/fees, tips and supplements. Booking must be made, under deposit and discount applied between August 10, 2011 and March 31, 2012. Does not apply to Cosmos, Monograms or Avalon Waterways. Not combinable with any other offer or discount other than the Journeys Club repeat traveler benefit. Offer reliant on space availability and applies to new 2012 bookings only. Full cancellation penalties will apply. Additional restrictions may apply.


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You can also save when three people travel together and share accommodations. Refer to the itinerary pages for the specific reduction per tour.

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Traveling with family and friends has always been rewarding, and now the rewards can really pile up. Small groups of 5, 6, or 7 can save 5% per person off the land-only portion of Globus vacations.

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Traveling party of 5, 6 or 7 must travel from same origination point and must be advised at the time of booking. Discount on the land-only portion of core tour, not including extra night accommodations, extensions, taxes/fees, tips and supplements. Booking must be made, under deposit and discount applied between August 10, 2011 and December 31, 2012, for travel commencing by December 31, 2012. Does not apply to Cosmos, Monograms or Avalon Waterways. Not combinable with any other offer or discount other than the Journeys Club repeat traveler benefit. Not combinable with other group allowances. Travelers already traveling at a discount, such as children, do not count toward the party total. Offer reliant on space availability, and applies to new 2012 bookings only. Full cancellation penalties will apply. Additional restrictions may apply.


 

Avoid the Single Room Supplement

    

 

We do not take reservations on a “share” basis because we have found that strangers rarely enjoy sharing a room for the duration of their vacation. Avoid the single room supplement by traveling with a friend. It’s less expensive and much more fun!

 

 

 
 

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