Iconic Greek Islands - 3 Nights
Athens I Mykonos I Kusadasi I Patmos I Heraklion I Santorini I Athens
Cruise Line: Celestyal Cruises
Duration: 3 Nights
Ship: Celestyal Discovery
Sailing Date : May 15 2026 | May 22 2026 | May 29 2026 | Jun 05 2026 | Jun 12 2026 | Jun 19 2026 | Jun 26 2026 | Jul 03 2026 | Jul 10 2026 | Jul 17 2026 | Jul 24 2026
Itinerary
Day 1
Athens(Greece), Depart 11:00
Your three-night adventure starts as we head out to the idyllic island of Mykonos. Home to the famous white windmills, the Island of the Winds is a picturesque paradise with traditional villages, charming churches, whitewashed houses and a lively waterfront lined with bohemian cafes and welcoming bars.
Day 1
Mykonos(Greece), Depart 23:00
The magical sun-kissed island of Mykonos invites you to admire its stunning coastline, soft sandy beaches, and rugged rocky landscape. Affectionately known as the ‘Island of the Winds’, Mykonos is home to the 16th-Century windmills that have become iconic landmarks on postcards. The energetic Greek island is well known for its beauty, diverse range of bars, cafes and restaurants and a vibrant atmosphere.
Day 2
Kusadasi(Turkey), Depart 12:30
We arrive in the stunning coastal town of Kusadasi in the morning where you will disembark to join your expert guide for the complimentary excursion to the iconic Hellenistic ruins of Ephesus, one of the seven wonders of the ancient world. Upon returning, you’ll have just enough time to browse the port side bazaar.
Day 2
Patmos(Greece), Depart 21:00
In the afternoon, we head to the volcanic island of Patmos with its enchanting lace-like coastline and dramatic sheer cliffs. Patmos is where John the Apostle is thought to have penned the Book of Revelation and you have the opportunity to visit the “Cave of the Apocalypse” and monastery or indulge in a traditional feast.
Day 3
Heraklion, Depart 21:00
As we pull into Heraklion, you have the chance to snap the imposing 16th-Century walls of Koules Fortress. Here you can enjoy the calm of the stunning waterfront or opt to go on a whirlwind adventure of the Cretan countryside. To delve into Crete’s past, take a spellbinding tour of the Palace of Knossos, which invites you to listen to tales of intrigue and learn about Europe’s first civilization in the Knossos museum. Was the Minotaur half-man or myth? You’re about to find out!
Day 3
Santorini (Greece), Depart 20:00
The romantic charm of Santorini is one of the most celebrated Greek islands in the Aegean. Here you will have the opportunity to explore the magical villages of Fira and Oia and photograph the whitewashed houses and blue-blue-domed churches perched on caldera cliffs. With extraordinary from an elevated position, this idyllic island is the perfect location to watch the sunset.
Day 4
Athens(Greece), Arrival 06:00
The overnight journey back to the mainland signals the end of your three-day adventure. We bid you farewell as we dock in Athens where you have the entire day to visit the abundance of classical tourist attractions, art galleries and world-class museums the Greek capital as to offer.
