Greek Islands
We can thank Greece for giving us the Olympics, Zorba, souvlaki, moussaki, Melina Mercouri and ouzo, but we can’t thank them enough for being one of Europe’s most alluring destinations!
One look at the Acropolis and the Parthenon and you’ll forgive Athens for its chaotic jumble of old and new. Visit Delphi and Olympia and be humbled by the sophistication of an ancient civilization.
Then venture to the Greek Islands and you may never go home; 1400 sun-kissed beaches lapped by a brilliant blue sea, dazzling white houses, vineyards, lemon groves, monasteries, golden domes, red roofs – sunnies a necessity!
Among them Rhodes, famous for its medieval town, historic Lindos and 300 sunshine hours a year; Crete with its rugged mountains and sandy coves; Mykonos for chic charm, Paros and Naxos best explored on a zippy motor scooter; and Santorini, with its submerged caldera, black sands and dramatic location. Island hop, cruise or discover them in your own bare boat charter – does it get any better than that?
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Greek Island Wanderer
The rocky Cyclades rich in history and myths, is most idyllic from April to October when the strong Meltemi winds temper the midday day heat and cool the nights. This 15 day journey begins in Athens with a walking tour before leaving for Syros. Then continuing onto Paros a fantastic spot for hikers and swimmers with many seafront tavernas for a cool refreshment. Santorini is next via the ghostly town of Oia and the ancient site of Thira. Take time to sample the local wines in Naxos and spend time relaxing or discovering this wonderful island.
Greece, Egypt, Crete and Italy
This ten night cruise departs from Genoa in Italy bound for Olympia and then into Athens. Unpack once, take time to discover all that cruising with MSC has to offer. The spend your days exploring the historic sites, small towns and amazing cities all from the comfort of your floating hotel. Highlights also include time spent in Rhodes, Alexandria, Heraklion and Rome.
- 11 days from NZD $2,570pp
- Note: Port charges are additional
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Greek Island Hopping
Experience the beautiful Greek Islands at your own pace and in the style you dream of. You can create a unique holiday experience to suit your travel requirements. Choose either our 7 day option (combining 2 islands) or our 10 day option (combining 3 islands). Alternatively ask us to tailor your own island hopping itinerary if you would like to extend your stay at some of the islands.
We will arrange your ferry tickets, hotels and transfers to suit so you can relax and make the most of your holiday.
This is the best way to truly experience the Greek islands. Each island offers it own unique experience, from spectacular Santorini and the beach scenes of Mykonos, to the vineyards on Paros and the quaint villages of Naxos.
- Price is dependent on itinerary
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Something Different
Athens to Istanbul
Mykonos is more than beautiful people and fashionable boutiques. Visit the ancient port town of Delos or the timeless and deserted beach at Agios Sostis. The cliff-hanging villages of Santorini offer some of the world's most spectacular views and romantic hideaways. Follow the labyrinthine streets of Rhodes to view the island's own Acropolis in Lindos. It's a fitting prelude to the well-preserved wonders that await at Ephesus, one of the worlds most important archeilogical and religious sites. Visit the resorted Odeon and reowned Temple of Hadrian. Temples turn to mosques and a chance to shop of chalcedony jewerlry and gorgeous kilims in endlessly fancinating Istanbul.
- 7 days from NZD $3,749pp
- Note: Port charges are additional
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- Telephone 0800 269 000