15124, Maroysi, Athens, Greece
Piraeus port is the gateway to Athens center. Don't miss the Parthenon, the temple to Athena which looms over Athens from its perch atop the Acropolis, an eternal icon of art and civilization. Completed in 438 B.C., the temple still astounds as the flowering of Greek art and architecture. When you come down off the hill, don't miss a visit to the Ancient Agora, Syntagma Square, the Acropolis Museum and the city's historic centre, around Plaka. Ideally, sit and relax at a cafe on the foot of the hill, sample some Greek souvlaki or a frappe, take a glance back up the hill from time to time and give the goddess her due.
The smallest - just 48 sq.km - but most cosmopolitan island of the North Sporades complex, Skiathos is the “Garden of Eden” for thousands of Greek and foreign tourists. The island combines incredible natural beauty, with lush vegetation reaching the crystal waters of its beaches, developed tourist infrastructure and a vivid lifestyle. The picturesque town of Skiathos with a population of 5,000 is the only town on the village, standing on the same location and under the same name since antiquity and along with its great tourism development it manages to keep its unique character intact. Homeland to Alexandros Papadiamantis, with the white houses, the many belfries, the blooming alleys and the vibrant commercial and night life, Skiathos is built on a semicircular plan on the north-east side of the port. Book your flight with Aegean Airlines and fly to one of the most beautiful islands in Greece.
Dikili is a coastal town and a district of İzmir Province. The district is quite picturesque both along its shoreline and in its interior parts, and is a popular summer resort.
A number of cruise ships call there each year, using the port as a starting point for excursions to the interior, mainly the ancient site of Pergamum. In addition, the village and its surrounding area offer a relaxed holiday atmosphere, with fishing boats, small waterfront cafés and a limited number of shops.
Santorini is essentially what remains of an enormous volcanic explosion dated back 3,600 years (between 1627- 1600 BC) and which created the current geological caldera: a giant central lagoon, more or less rectangular, measuring about 12 by 7 km. The effect is still explosive: 300-m-high steep cliffs on three sides rise from sea level, cubic white houses surrounded by pink bougainvilleas glow in the Aegean sun. The wild beauty, the fascinating Caldera, the gold sunset, of the Number 1 destination in Greece will steal your heart away!
Piraeus port is the gateway to Athens center. Don't miss the Parthenon, the temple to Athena which looms over Athens from its perch atop the Acropolis, an eternal icon of art and civilization. Completed in 438 B.C., the temple still astounds as the flowering of Greek art and architecture. When you come down off the hill, don't miss a visit to the Ancient Agora, Syntagma Square, the Acropolis Museum and the city's historic centre, around Plaka. Ideally, sit and relax at a cafe on the foot of the hill, sample some Greek souvlaki or a frappe, take a glance back up the hill from time to time and give the goddess her due.
Welcome to Greece's most famous cosmopolitan island, a whitewashed paradise in the heart of the Cyclades. Whether you are an entertainment junkie out for a real good time or a visitor who wishes to explore the island’s history and tradition, Mykonos will certainly meet your expectations, as one of the most quaint destinations of this cruise. Ramble along narrow streets past white-washed houses and blue-domed churches, bougainvillea-covered walls and thread-like, step-laden footpaths leading everywhere. Set out on a journey to discover a fascinating world where glamour meets simplicity.
Agios Nikolaos is the capital of Lasithi Prefecture and an international resort that attracts thousands of visitors annually. It is located in the natural harbor of Mirabello, a name that derives from the words "mira bella", which characterize the magnificent view to the sea. Agios Nikolaos took its name from the small byzantine church which dates from the 7th century. It thrived during the Venetian rule (12-13nth century). The city's marvel is the Lagoon, which connects with the sea through a small canal, while the surrounding red rocks and lush trees create a unique atmosphere. You can stroll along the shops and local crafts stores or relax at the numerous cafes and tavernas, sip a "raki" with the locals and enjoy the view.
At the port of Gialos, the traditional mansions spread amphitheatrically up the hill that lies in the distance. Symi, the "jewel of the Dodecanese" as it is called, has evolved in recent years to a very popular destination.
Kusadasi is a popular resort along the coasts of Asia Minor, our base of the exploration of nearby ancient town of Ephesus, which has one of the largest collections of ruins in the eastern Mediterranean. In the first century B.C., it was one of the largest cities in the world, boasting the Great Theater which 24.000 people, the Temple of Artemis, which was one of the seven wonders of the ancient world, the Library of Celsus, which was considered the finest in creation. Today, we can see only parts of the ancient glory but still, you will definitely be enchanted. Don't miss the chance to visit the local bazaar in Kusadasi.
Çeşme is a coastal town in Turkey's westernmost end, on the tip of the homonym peninsula. It lies across a strait facing the Greek island of Chios. It is a popular holiday resort.
Piraeus port is the gateway to Athens center. Don't miss the Parthenon, the temple to Athena which looms over Athens from its perch atop the Acropolis, an eternal icon of art and civilization. Completed in 438 B.C., the temple still astounds as the flowering of Greek art and architecture. When you come down off the hill, don't miss a visit to the Ancient Agora, Syntagma Square, the Acropolis Museum and the city's historic centre, around Plaka. Ideally, sit and relax at a cafe on the foot of the hill, sample some Greek souvlaki or a frappe, take a glance back up the hill from time to time and give the goddess her due.
The magic, old castle-town of Monemvasia is a perfectly preserved medieval settlement, an world cultural heritage monument and a major attraction for every traveller in the Peloponnese. Castles, walls, old mansions, narrow cobblestone streets, 40 churches, low arches and vaults, coats of arms, imperial marble thrones, Byzantine icons, all give the impression of a town untouched by time. The main thoroughfare, consisting of a narrow cobbled Byzantine street flanked by shops, leads to the main square dominated by an old cannon and the town cathedral, the Church of Elkomenos Christos and 16th century former mosque now housing the Monemvasia Archaeological Collection. The new town of Monemvasia, built in the shadow of the rock on which the medieval fortress town stands, is a lively tourist destination offering a large variety of hotels, restaurants and cafe bars and attracting thousands of visitors year round
Itea is the most important and biggest port of Fokida. In recent years rapid tourist development has taken place, thanks to its archaeological treasures and crystal clear beaches. It is connected by road to Delphi, the ancient Greek city in which there was the most important oracle of the ancient world, a world heritage site by UNESCO
Nydri is a coastal village in the prefecture of Lefkada in Greece. It is located in the eastern part of the island and is the most famous and cosmopolitan tourist resort of the prefecture. The village became particularly well-known when, in 1963, Aristotle Onassis, the shipowner, purchased the opposite Isle of Scorpio. Since then the village has hosted a number of celebrities from around the world. At the harbor of the village there is today a statue of Onassis. It belongs administratively to the Municipality of Elmenoe, of which it is also based.
Fortresses flank your entrance to magnificent Corfu, one of the most beautiful of the Ionian Islands. Lose yourself in the Venetian old town or head north of the island, for dramatic seascapes. Explore the legacies of Greek, Roman and Venetian Empires or simply marvel at nature’s treasures that are hidden in this beautiful island, swathed in emerald green, lapped by turquoise waters and fringed with golden sand. The once pastel colours on Venetian buildings may have faded, but the welcoming scent of eucalyptus, fig and lemon trees are fragrant as ever.
Is a city in the region of Apulia in southern Italy, the capital of the province of Brindisi, on the coast of the Adriatic Sea. Historically, the city has played an important role in trade and culture, due to its strategic position on the Italian Peninsula and its natural port on the Adriatic Sea. The city remains a major port for trade with Greece and the Middle East. Brindisi's most flourishing industries include agriculture, chemical works, and the generation of electricity. The city preserves important archaeological finds and coastline, particularly the north coast, where there are many large sand dunes and beaches.
Dubrovnik, the so rightfully called "Adriatic jewel", is walled all around with ramparts that drop to the sea and enclose a town of closely clustered buildings, mostly attired in white walls and brilliant red rooftops. A walk along its cobblestone streets, where time seems to stand still, will reveal an idyllic small town, with many highlights, such as Roland's Column, the Bell Tower or the Old Port, the Franciscan Monastery/ Old Pharmacy Museum, Rector’s Palace (the most historic monument in Dubrovnik), Sponza Palace and the Dominican Monastery, between the Sponza Palace and the Ploče Gate. Time allowing, take the cable car and enjoy the best views of Dubrovnik and the surrounding area are, from the top of the Srd Hill.