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Greece & Islands with Ephesus
12 Day Itinerary
DAY 1 FRI. : DEPART USA
Depart the USA for Greece on our transatlantic flight. Dinner and breakfast served aboard overnight flight.
DAY 2: ATHENS / THESSALONIKI
Arrive in Macedonia where we are greeted by our Tour Escort and transferred to our hotel. Dinner and overnight in Thessaloniki. (D)
DAY 3: THESSALONIKI / PHILIPPI
After breakfast at the hotel we depart for our guided tour beginning with Kavala, the port where Paul first landed with Timothy and Silas. We then continue on to Philippi, where Paul was imprisoned. View the prison, the Market Place, Basilica and Theater. Also visit the Amphipolis, famous starting point of Alexander the Great on his mission to "conquer the world." Dinner and overnight Thessaloniki. (B,D)
DAY 4: THESSALONIKI / KALAMBAKA
Today you will visit the Archeological Museum, St. George Church, the Galerius Arch and the Basilica of St. Sophia and St. Dimetrius before continuing to Macedonia. This afternoon we visit Pella, birthplace of Alexander the Great, and the famous steps of Paul in Beria, where he preached. Continue to Kalambaka for dinner and overnight (B,D)
DAY 5: KALAMBAKA / DELPHI
This morning we visit Meteora, where we will ascend huge granite rocks to view architectural wonders over 700 years old. Visit the monastery of Metamorphosis with its church and Museum containing priceless historic and religious treasures. Continue to Delphi for dinner and overnight. (B,D)
DAY 6: DELPHI / ATHENS
We depart after breakfast for Apollo. We will see the Treasury, the Theater, the Archeological Museum and the first monument built in the ancient world to "One God." Dinner and overnight in Athens. (B,D)
DAY 7: ATHENS
Our tour today takes us to the Acropolis and the ruins of Parthenon, Mars Hill, the Agora and other ancient sites. Dinner and overnight in Athens. (B,D)
DAY 8: CRUISING / MYKONOS
Transfer to the port of Piraeus for embarkation on our cruise ship. Enjoy the many shipboard activities or just relax while sailing to the Island of Mykonos with its jet-set atmosphere, whitewashed buildings, sidewalk cafes and chic shops. Here we will see the Archeological Museum and Temples. (B,L,D)
DAY 9: PATMOS / KUSADASI / EPHESUS
This morning we arrive at the island of Patmos and the Monastery of St. John the Divine, who received the Revelation here that forms the Last Book of the New Testament. Continue to .Kusadasi, Turkey site of one of the "Seven Wonders of the Ancient World," Ephesus. See Mary's House. (B,L,D)
Patmos
Ephesus
St. Mary's House
DAY 10: RHODES
This morning we arrive in Rhodes. This beautiful "Island of the Roses" has a rich and varied history. On a hill above the charming town of Lindos, rises an ancient Acropolis dedicated to the goddess Athena. Below lays the Bay of St. Paul where the Apostle landed during his voyage. The OPTIONAL shore excursion takes you there. Itinerary could change with a stop at Crete & Santorini instead of Rhodes. (B,L,D)
DAY 11: CRUISE / PIRAEUS / CORINTH / ATHENS
Morning arrival into the port of Piraeus. Disembark after breakfast and Depart for Corinth along St. Paul’s original journey. Walk the marketplace where St. Paul preached then visit the Archeological Museum and the Temples. Here Paul founded the first church consisting entirely of Gentiles. Return to Athens by way of the Corinth Canal and Cenchraeae harbor. Paul sailed from this site to Ephesus. Dinner and overnight in Athens. (B,D)
DAY 12 TUE.: ATHENS / USA
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for our return flight to the USA arriving home the same day. (B)
Included Highlights:
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Airfare: Roundtrip from JFK airport•
Accommodations: 7 nights Superior Tourist Class Hotels & 3 nights on cruise in 2 berth inside cabins. Cabin Upgrade available on request for $150.•
Meals: 10 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches & 10 Dinners.•
Sightseeing: As indicated.
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Also Included: Daily Mass, Airport-hotel transfers, hotel tips and taxes, baggage handling, Touring by Private Air-conditioned Motorcoach, Services of a professional tour escort.
Prices for Greece & Islands cruise with Ephesus
2009 Departure Dates
Per person in twin *
Land Only Price *
Single room supplement
Travel Insurance May 8 to 19
$ 3,199
$ 2,660
$ 600
$ 169 September 11 to 22
$ 3,199
$ 2,660
$ 600
$ 169 November 6 to 17
$ 2,699
$ 2,430
$ 600
$ 139 2010 Departure Dates
March 19 to 30 $ 2,749 $ 2,430 $ 600
$ 239
Depart New York JFK Airport
* Price is per person, based on double occupancy.
Price is based on a minimum of 25 passengers.
There are a limited number of single rooms available.
Add $60 port dues, $120 departure tax, $310 airline fuel surcharge, $32 cruise ship fuel surcharge and optional travel insurance (see above). Departure taxes and fuel surcharges are subject to change up until the time the group seats are purchased, typically 60-30 days prior to departure.
Passenger Reservation Form Travel Insurance Terms and Conditions
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