2008: GREEK ODYSSEY WITH 7 DAY CRUISE EXTENSION (6511)

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Tour Operator

Cosmos

Duration

16 Days

Escorted

Escorted - Yes

Itinerary

Day	Destination	Description
Day 1	Board your overnight transatlantic flight
Day 2	Athens	Check into your hotel. The rest of the day is free for you to start exploring the Greek capital. Later, meet your Tour Director and fellow travelers and maybe join them in an optional evening out.
Day 3	ATHENS-KALAMBAKA	This morning's included sightseeing features the highlights of Athens, with visits to the Acropolis, Temple of Olympian Zeus and the Arch of Hadrian. In the afternoon, after bypassing Lamia into Thessaly and by way of Trikala to Kalambaka for an overnight in the vicinity of Meteora, which will be visited tomorrow. (B,D)
Day 4	KALAMBAKA-DELPHI	A short drive to Meteora, which is a cluster of monastic buildings perched in an unforgettable manner on a set of rising rock formations. Your included visit is certainly the day's highlight. Later, retrace your steps southwards to reach Delphi for an overnight. (B)
Day 5	DELPHI-OLYMPIA	Included morning sightseeing in Delphi, in ancient times known as the "Navel of The Earth." Located five minutes from the village, the ancient site, backed by imposing Mount Parnassus, is in one of the most beautiful natural settings in the country. Sightseeing will guide you along the Sacred Way to see the Temple of Apollo, some of the treasures, and the theater. This afternoon follow the Gulf of Corinth through Nakpaktos to Antirion over the new spectacular bridge towards Olympia for an overnight. (B,D)
Day 6	OLYMPIA-EPIDAURUS-NAUPLIA	The original home of the Olympic Games first held in 776 B.C., Olympia was a sacred precinct to the god Zeus, whose temple once housed one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. This morning's included sightseeing takes in the ancient stadium where the games were held and the temples of Zeus and his wife Hera. Later, travel across the mountains of Arcadia, passing through Tripolis before entering the Argolis, land of Greek myths and legends. Stop awhile to visit the Epidaurus theater, which can still seat 14,000 spectators. Overnight in Nauplia on the Argolic Gulf. (B)
Day 7	NAUPLIA-MYCENAE-CORINTH CANAL-ATHENS	This morning visit the imposing ruins of the site of Mycenae with a Local Guide (entrance fees included), the ancient city Homer called a "city rich in gold." It was here that the Golden Mask of Agamemnon was unearthed, along with many other treasures that matched exactly Homer's descriptions in the Iliad. Enter the city by the magnificent Lion's Gate and stroll up to Agamemnon's Royal Palace. Then to the Corinth Canal for a brief stop before continuing to Athens for two overnights. (B)
Day 8	ATHENS-PIRAEUS (EMBARKATION)	Evening embarkation in Piraeus. Cruise overnight towards Istanbul. (B,D)
Day 9	CRUISING-ISTANBUL	Plenty of time to get acquainted with the ship's amenities as you cruise towards Istanbul. (B,L,D)
Day 10	Istanbul	Full day at leisure for optional sightseeing in this fascinating city, gateway between East and West and the Islamic and Christian worlds. Depart early evening for Mykonos. (B,L,D)
Day 11	Mykonos	This morning, cruise towards the mountainous island of Mykonos with its characteristic windmills and dazzling white houses. Arrive in the afternoon with plenty of time to wander at whim through narrow paved streets lined with trendy boutiques and shady tavernas. Sail for Patmos around midnight. (B,L,D)
Day 12	PATMOS-KUSADASI, TURKEY-RHODES, GREECE	Early morning arrival in Patmos. The tiny island is where St. John the Divine wrote the Revelation. The 11th-century monastery with its valuable manuscript collection is well worth a visit. Mid-morning departure for Kusadasi, arriving early afternoon. An optional excursion takes you to Ephesus' Greek, Roman, and Byzantine excavations. Evening departure for Rhodes. (B,L,D)
Day 13	Rhodes	Dock in Rhodes, largest of the Dodecanese Islands and site of the Colossus of Rhodes, a 105-foot statue destroyed by an earthquake in 224 BC. Most of the day is dedicated to the island of Rhodes. Explore the sights in the historic Old City with its ramparts and palaces built by the Knights of St. John during the Crusades. Another possibility: join an optional excursion to Lindos and the fabulous Temple of Athena. Rhodes' sun-drenched beaches also beckon. Early evening departure for Crete. (B,L,D)
Day 14	HERAKLION-SANTORINI-CRUISE TO PIRAEUS	Early arrival in Heraklion, capital of Crete. Enjoy a fascinating optional excursion to Knossos. Mid-day departure for Santorini the "Black Pearl of the Aegean." Arrival (weather permitting) mid-afternoon. An optional excursion takes you up to the cliff-top village of Oia for a breathtaking view. This evening depart for an overnight cruise to Piraeus. (B,L,D)
Day 15	PIRAEUS (DISEMBARKATION)-ATHENS	After breakfast on board, disembark at Piraeus and return to Athens. The remainder of the day is free to catch up on last-minute shopping or explore the city. (B)
Day 16	ATHENS YOUR HOMEBOUND FLIGHT ARRIVES THE SAME DAY	(B)

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US$ Price Details

*Air inclusive prices are based on departure from New York. Prices for departures from other cities will vary and can be obtained from your travel agent or by visiting www.cosmos.com. Air-inclusive prices do not include a September 11th fee of up to $10, passenger facility charges of up to $18, Federal domestic flight segment fees of up to $3.40 per segment, and U.S. and International arrival and departure fees of up to $300 depending on your itinerary. Air inclusive prices are subject to change and not guaranteed until payment is made in full. Restrictions apply. The above prices are per person in twin inside
cabins.

Upgrade per person to outside cabin tour 6411:
$105

Supplement for single room on land and single occupancy of inside or outside cabin on Greek cruise:
$679

Reduction for triple room on land and triple occupancy of inside or outside cabin on Greek cruise:
$84

Combination guaranteed shares on land and triple cabin on Greek cruise not available.

2009 departures are subject to itinerary and price modification. Details will be available in Oct. 2008.

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Air-inclusive prices do not include a September 11th fee up to $10, passenger facility charges of up to $18, Federal domestic flight segment fees of up to $3.50 per segment and U.S. and International arrival and departure and other government imposed fees of up to $300 depending on your itinerary. Please see the Applicable Airfare Taxes and Fee link above for more information.

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Federal inspection fees for the Federal U.S. Customs and Immigrations; International Air Transportation tax; agricultural tax; other per person taxes imposed by government entities; airport taxes and fees including the September 11th Security fee up to $10 per person, Passenger facility charges up to $18 per person, Federal domestic flight segment fees up to $3.50 per segment and U.S. and International arrival and departure, and other government imposed fees up to $300 per person; port taxes; passports; visas and vaccinations; tips to your Tour or Cruise Director, Local Host, driver, Local Guides, and/or ships' crew; gratuities on ferries, trains, and cruise ships; laundry; telephone; minibar; alcohol, beverages, and food outside of the contracted Globus menu as presented at a hotel or restaurant (these extra items will be billed to you before leaving the hotel, ship, or restaurant); optional excursions; airport transfers on non-qualifying flights; porterage at airports and train stations; Travel Protection premiums; all airline imposed baggage fees (including internal flights); and all other items of a personal nature.