Greece

Classical Greece: Islands of the Aegean

Program No. 22869RJ
Discover the wonders of the Aegean Sea aboard an elegant small ship. Sail from one idyllic island to the next as you learn the secrets of Ancient Greece and explore scenic villages.

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DATES & PRICES

Ship Outside
A cabin with a window or porthole to view the outside.
May 14 - May 24, 2024
Ship Outside 5,299
May 21 - May 31, 2024
Ship Outside 5,299
May 28 - Jun 7, 2024
Ship Outside 5,299
Jun 4 - Jun 14, 2024
Ship Outside 5,299
Sep 3 - Sep 13, 2024
Ship Outside 5,499
Sep 10 - Sep 20, 2024
Ship Outside 5,499
Sep 17 - Sep 27, 2024
Ship Outside 5,499
Sep 24 - Oct 4, 2024
Ship Outside 5,499
Oct 1 - Oct 11, 2024
Ship Outside 5,499
Oct 8 - Oct 18, 2024
Ship Outside 5,499
Oct 15 - Oct 25, 2024
Ship Outside 5,499

DATES & PRICES

Ship Outside
A cabin with a window or porthole to view the outside.
May 14 - May 24, 2024
Ship Outside 8,999
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May 21 - May 31, 2024
Ship Outside 8,999
May 28 - Jun 7, 2024
Ship Outside 8,999
Jun 4 - Jun 14, 2024
Ship Outside 8,999
Sep 3 - Sep 13, 2024
Ship Outside 9,199
Filling Fast!
Sep 10 - Sep 20, 2024
Ship Outside 9,199
Sep 17 - Sep 27, 2024
Ship Outside 9,199
Sep 24 - Oct 4, 2024
Ship Outside 9,199
Oct 1 - Oct 11, 2024
Ship Outside 9,199
Oct 8 - Oct 18, 2024
Ship Outside 9,199
Oct 15 - Oct 25, 2024
Ship Outside 9,199
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Apr 15 - Apr 25, 2025
Ship Outside 9,299
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Apr 22 - May 2, 2025
Ship Outside 9,299
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Apr 29 - May 9, 2025
Ship Outside 9,599
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May 6 - May 16, 2025
Ship Outside 9,599
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May 13 - May 23, 2025
Ship Outside 9,599
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May 20 - May 30, 2025
Ship Outside 9,599
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May 27 - Jun 6, 2025
Ship Outside 9,599
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Jun 3 - Jun 13, 2025
Ship Outside 9,599
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Sep 2 - Sep 12, 2025
Ship Outside 9,799
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Sep 9 - Sep 19, 2025
Ship Outside 9,799
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Sep 16 - Sep 26, 2025
Ship Outside 9,799
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Sep 23 - Oct 3, 2025
Ship Outside 9,799
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Sep 30 - Oct 10, 2025
Ship Outside 9,799
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Oct 7 - Oct 17, 2025
Ship Outside 9,799
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Oct 14 - Oct 24, 2025
Ship Outside 9,799

At a Glance

Limestone cliffs plunge into the turquoise waters of the Mediterranean, and the monuments of antiquity still grace sun-soaked coastlines. The majesty of the Greek islands is best experienced up close aboard an elegant small ship. Glide atop the shimmering waters of this magnificent archipelago, stopping on idyllic islands to learn about Ancient Greek society and explore quaint seaside villages. Survey Byzantine architecture, examine centuries-old artifacts and savor the opportunity to experience the ancient wonders of the Aegean Sea.
Activity Level
Keep the Pace
Walking up to two miles per day; uneven and inclined terrain including hills, stairs without railings and cobblestone streets. Getting on/off motorcoach and climbing in/out of tender.

What You'll Learn

  • Examine Bronze Age architecture in Knossos, the oldest city in Europe.
  • Explore Byzantine architecture in a medieval, hidden walled town.
  • Discover the archaeological remains of the mighty Acropolis and learn about ancient Greek relics.
Featured Expert
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Androniki Stavroulaki
Androniki Stavroulaki, Niki for short, lives in Crete, the largest Greek island. She did her university studies in Corfu and Luxembourg, where she worked as a translator for the European Union. Usually juggling between linguistics and leading groups, Niki currently focuses on the latter. She is passionate about her job, languages, traveling the world, and sunsets.

Please note: This expert may not be available for every date of this program.

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Androniki Stavroulaki View biography
Androniki Stavroulaki, Niki for short, lives in Crete, the largest Greek island. She did her university studies in Corfu and Luxembourg, where she worked as a translator for the European Union. Usually juggling between linguistics and leading groups, Niki currently focuses on the latter. She is passionate about her job, languages, traveling the world, and sunsets.
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Tasos Ioakeimidis View biography
Tassos Ioakeimidis, after getting his B.A. degree in history and archaeology, worked on several excavation sites in Greece, the UK, and Iceland. While studying at the National School of Tourist Guides of Greece, he started working as a group leader in Greece, Malta, and Spain. Since acquiring his Tourist Guide license in 2010, Tassos has been working across Greece, leading groups from around the world. He has great love and knowledge of history and the arts and always enjoys sharing it.
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