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10 Days Athens (PIRAEUS) to Athens (PIRAEUS)

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10 Days

Athens (Piraeus), Greece

Mediterranean

SILVERSEA

Vessel : Silver Moon

Departure date : 23 Oct 2021

MO211023009 - Athens to Athens

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Day 1

Athens (Piraeus)

SATURDAY 23 OCT

Departure 6:00 PM Greece
A city of legend, civilisation and enduring culture, Athens is a majestic and magical urban sprawl. Extraordinary elegance and grace combine with grit and graft in Greece's capital, where highways encase ruins from antiquity, and gleaming museums and galleries stand beside concrete sprayed with edgy street art. These contrasts enhance and elevate the wonders of this 2,500-year-old city, however, which can count notable contributions to philosophy, drama and democracy, among its global legacy. Piraeus' giant port and naval base welcome you to the edge of the Athens' urban area. From there it's a simple jaunt to the centre. The majestic ancient citadel of the Acropolis dominates an elevated platform and is a constant presence as you explore the city. The wonderful remains of the columned temple of the Parthenon - which date back to the 5th century BC - stand here, representing the pinnacle of classical architecture.

Day 2

Kusadasi, Turkey

SUNDAY 24 OCT

08:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Explore the towering columns, and storied remains of Ephesus - one of the most spectacular cities left by the Ancient Greeks. Kusadasi welcomes you to the Turkish coastline and is your base for exploring these majestic remains, which sit just 10 miles inland from the port. The Ephesus UNESCO World Heritage Site is a true archaeological gold mine, and an amazingly well-preserved site - once home to 150,000 people. The grand Temple of Artemis rose up majestically here and was recognised as one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World before its untimely destruction. The grand city was a fitting location for such a wonder, and with a mere 20% estimated to have been uncovered, the scale and majesty of Ephesus is hard to fully comprehend, as you walk its ancient streets. Visit the precious Library of Celsus - a gorgeous, double-layered façade of columns and artistry - and enjoy the city's gently illuminated, atmospheric venues - which still host stirring evening concerts. Ephesus's museum adds context to the 25,000 treasures that are exhibited within. After a long hot day exploring, recharge with a perfectly-charred and seasoned kebab or vegetable and rice stuffed grape leaves like dolma. In Kusadasi itself, you can discover a lively seaside city with a buzzing Aegean beach scene, and a glut of restaurants and cafes to kick back in.

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Day 3

Rhodes Island, Greece

MONDAY 25 OCT

8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

With an endless sun-soaked season, earthy history and vibrant culture, the island of Rhodes has it all. At the crossroads between continents, and sandwiched between Crete and Turkey’s coastline, Rhodes has swayed between many mighty civilisations throughout its tumultuous history. Part of the Dodecanese Islands, which are sprinkled across the blissfully blue Aegean Sea, dive into this island of dazzling beaches, historic medieval towns, and whitewash villages. Crusted with turrets and walls, alluding to its strategic significance over the years. Incredible history has been left behind, and the cobbled streets of the UNESCO World Heritage site listed Old Town are some of Europe’s best. Wander back through time, with occasional minarets from Ottoman-era mosques rising from the tangle of Medieval history, and the smells of cinnamon, cumin and pepper lingering above stone-paved streets. Discover inviting outdoor restaurants, which spill across flower-filled courtyards, and enjoy fresh Greek cuisine with an eastern influence. The preserved columns of Lindos's spectacular Ancient Greek Acropolis watch out over electric blue water, while the Gothic Medieval stronghold of the 14th-century Palace of the Grand Masters of the Knights of Rhodes, adds more fascinating history to explore. Fragrant, pine tree coated hills, and gorgeous beaches of eye-watering blue water, offer your choice of unbridled relaxation or thrilling action, and you can raise the pulse with water sports, or shelter in coves with shocks of turquoise water and monolithic rock formations.

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Day 4

Alanya, Turkey

TUESDAY 26 OCT

9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Straddling the past and the present, Alanya, on Turkey’s southern coast, is truly a tale of two cities. The first – an ex Ptolemaic, Seleucid, Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman Empire, the second, a modern resort city that attracts sun lovers in their hoards. But whether you are looking for millennia old history or just wanting to relax on the golden sands, Alanya warrants discovery. Alanya’s popularity throughout the ages is undoubtedly due to its strategic position on the Mediterranean basin. The city was on a fast track to becoming a holiday maker’s alternative to the overrun Antalya, and this has not come without its critics. Thankfully, foreign influence stepped in at the right time and ordered a clean-up, resulting in colourfully painted apartment blocks, restoration of the Ottoman district and a number of handsome boutique hotels popping up inside the red-walled citadel. That is not to say that the city is without it happy jumble of shops selling everything from Turkish tea sets to fake Gucci watches. A word of advice – be prepared to haggle! If bargain hunting and sun bathing is not what you are after, the aforementioned citadel is doubt one of the highlights of the city. Here you’ll be thrown into the city’s historic past, which dates from 625 BC, and travels through a variety of empires. The city also has proven ties with Marc Anthony – one of the main beaches is named Cleopatra – but finds in the nearby Karain Cave indicate occupation during the Palaeolithic era as far back as 20,000 BC.

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Day 5

Limassol, Cyprus

WEDNESDAY 27 OCT

8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Considerably closer to Lebanon than London, Limassol bathes in an envied climate, and lavishes in the luxuries of Cyprus’s sun-soaked summers, on this eastern frontier of Europe. A strong British flavour blends with Greek here, following 82 years of rule under the Union Jack. With beaches offering unlimited sun-worshipping, rich Roman history, and expert wineries surrounding the city, accept your invitation to enjoy Cyprus’s distant island of legend and ancient wonder. The Medieval Limassol Castle dominates Limassol’s attractive old town - Agiou Andreou. Wander the paved streets to shop for carefully-woven baskets and intricate lace pattern products. Rebuilt by the Ottomans in 1590, it’s believed that Richard the Lionheart was married to Queen Berengaria of Navarre here. In doing so, she became the first Queen of England never to set foot in England. The castle now forms part of the Cyprus Medieval Museum, where archaeological finds including Byzantine-era ceramics and armours are on display. Uncork some of the city’s finest wines, as you explore the producers that surround Limassol, or settle back in waterfront eateries to enjoy infinite sea views. Nearby, travel to Paphos’ UNESCO World Heritage Site burial tombs, and the city’s extraordinary unearthed mosaics, which lie to the west of the island. Cyprus’s divided capital, Nicosia, has more fascinating history - and complicated politics - to explore to the north.

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Day 6

Day At Sea

THURSDAY 28 OCT

Days at sea are the perfect opportunity to relax, unwind and catch up with what you’ve been meaning to do. So whether that is going to the gym, visiting the spa, whale watching, catching up on your reading or simply topping up your tan, these blue sea days are the perfect balance to busy days spent exploring shore side.

Day 7

Santorini, Greece

FRIDAY 29 OCT

8:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Breathlessly romantic, and incredibly scenic, the azure domes and whitewash buildings that cascade down Santorini's slopes are prime honeymoon material - and relentlessly romantic. A true gem of the Cycladic island group, Santorini is startlingly pretty, and its white windmills and dazzling villages are incredibly easy on the eye. Envy-inducing and evocatively beautiful, Santorini's sunsets are legendary, and the island is a highlight of any voyage to the Greek islands. Look out over the endless expanse of blue waves, filling the massive volcanic caldera of Santorini – and absorb one of the most spectacular views in the world. The sheer rock shoulders of the caldera create an immense, natural amphitheatre - so enjoy the show, as you sip a local, volcanic-mineral enhanced white wine, and fall in love all over again. Any meal is well rounded off with the famous wine, Vinsanto. The east side of the island may lack the incredible panoramas, but it's ideal if all you want to do is recline on volcanic-sand beaches - which range in hues from charcoal-black to flame-red. This beautiful island was forged by powerful volcanic activity, and you can learn more about the huge eruption of 1,600 BCE - which wiped out the Minoan city at Akrotiri. The eruption sank the centre of the island, forming the moon-shaped topography we see now. Visit the archaeological site that has revealed and preserved the village, which was lost to time below the pumice and ash. Some whisper that this destroyed town may even be the fabled Atlantis.

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Day 8

Souda Bay (Crete), Greece

SATURDAY 30 OCT

8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Enter Souda Bay to land on Greece’s largest island, and explore the sun-soaked charms of this fascinating land of legends, landscapes and luxuries. Packed with beautiful beaches and rich maritime history, Souda Bay’s huge natural harbour is a spectacular entrance, opening up the treasures of Crete’s many well-stocked museums, rich archaeological sites, and charming Venetian fishing towns. The massive natural harbour of Souda Bay also makes the site an interesting spot for military history - with a huge NATO base here, as well as the Souda Bay War Cemetery, which honours Allied soldiers of World War II. Soak up some Mediterranean sunshine by heading straight to one of the luxurious white sand beaches - where you can recline to a soundtrack of fizzing waves, and dine with sparkling sea views stretching out before you. Explore olive groves producing golden oil, and savour the deep, fruity flavours. The island's renowned wineries, also invite you to sample lovingly-crafted Vilana grape wines. Rethymnon’s old town and star-shaped, seafront fortress are impressive sites to explore, or you can head to Akrotiri to discover the Arkadi Monastery's role in the Cretan resistance - and visit the site where the Greek flag was hoisted high into the sky by rebels in 1897. Crete retains its independent spirit but has gathered countless influences over its history. The island’s most beautiful Venetian port - Chania - is close by, and its picturesque old town and collage of historical influences are a highlight of any trip.

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Day 9

Nafplion, Greece

SUNDAY 31 OCT

8:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Greece’s first capital remains the escape of choice for Athenians, who weekend here to indulge in the town's gorgeous seaside setting. One of the country's most romantic towns, the warm colour palette and tempting, island-sprinkled waters, pull on plenty of heartstrings. With perfect beaches, crystal clear waters for swimming, and evocative fortress-capped mountains, Nafplion is a sun-soaked Greek beauty. A gorgeous blend of Greek, Byzantine, Venetian and Ottoman influences, stroll the seafront promenade and soak up the ambience in tavernas and bars. Head into the warren of an old town, which is full of narrow streets, neoclassical architecture and pink-flowered trees drooping over walls. Located on the hill that towers over Nafplion, Palamidi Fortress is a Venetian castle built in 1714, and its steep walls flow dramatically down the slope. If you're feeling brave, a slog of 857 steps will take you to the top to see beautiful views across Nafplion and the Argolic Gulf. Acronafplia fortress is Nafplion's oldest castle, and its walls enclosed the entire town until the 13th century. Just offshore, the Venetian Bourtzi fortress rises on a tiny islet, a short boat ride away across the glistening waters. Venetians built this harbour fortress to protect the town before it later housed the official executioner. Today its hardy walls shake to music, during its summer festival, and the castle enjoys a gorgeous view back over the waves to the town's humming waterfront. Ancient cities like Corinth lie close by, recovered and unearthed after being wiped from history by immense earthquakes.

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Day 10

Athens (Piraeus), Greece

MONDAY 01 NOV

Arrive 7:00 AM

A city of legend, civilisation and enduring culture, Athens is a majestic and magical urban sprawl. Extraordinary elegance and grace combine with grit and graft in Greece's capital, where highways encase ruins from antiquity, and gleaming museums and galleries stand beside concrete sprayed with edgy street art. These contrasts enhance and elevate the wonders of this 2,500-year-old city, however, which can count notable contributions to philosophy, drama and democracy, among its global legacy. Piraeus' giant port and naval base welcome you to the edge of the Athens' urban area. From there it's a simple jaunt to the centre. The majestic ancient citadel of the Acropolis dominates an elevated platform and is a constant presence as you explore the city. The wonderful remains of the columned temple of the Parthenon - which date back to the 5th century BC - stand here, representing the pinnacle of classical architecture. The nearby Acropolis Museum adds context to your visit and frames the broad views from its giant glass windows. Or rise up Mount Lycabettus, to be rewarded with perhaps Athens' best panorama of the Acropolis sitting high over the city on its grand stage. See the marble horseshoe of the Old Olympic Stadium, where the first modern Olympics were held in 1896, for more of the city's enduring legacy. Elsewhere, golden beaches and temples stretch out along the coastline, should you wish to explore a little further afield. Coffee is an art form to the Greeks, and it's an unwritten rule that coffee time must never be rushed. So prepare to settle down for a couple of hours and lose yourself in a good chat. Feeling hungry - try traditional souvlaki made with sauces handed from generation to generation.

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